Concert Choir (Fall Semester) Assignments
- Instructor
- Greta Davis
- Term
- 2020-2021
- Department
- Electives
- Description
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
Due:
Sing That Thing-Episode 1
1. Open the slideshow attached below.
2. Click on File-make a copy-entire slideshow
3. Rename the title of the slideshow to include your first and last name.
4. While watching the show during class read the directions on slide 1-3.
5. While watching the show during class complete slides 4-7.
6. Be ready to talk about you top choice and responses during class.
7. When class has finished add a copy of the slideshow as an attachment to the assignment and resubmit.
2. Click on File-make a copy-entire slideshow
3. Rename the title of the slideshow to include your first and last name.
4. While watching the show during class read the directions on slide 1-3.
5. While watching the show during class complete slides 4-7.
6. Be ready to talk about you top choice and responses during class.
7. When class has finished add a copy of the slideshow as an attachment to the assignment and resubmit.
Due:
Solo, Duo, Trio-Final Video
Students will submit their final recording and video no later than December 4th
SOLOISTS!
If you are performing a solo you can submit your final video by using the Flipgrid link or upload a video directly to google classroom.
DUOS & TRIOS
If you are performing a duet or trio you need to edit your videos so both of you are seen at the same time. I recommend you use https://upbeatmusicapp.com/ and create an account using your google login. When your group has finished your video please download a copy and upload it as an attachment to this assignment on google classroom. Another option is to open your own zoom meeting after school and record your zoom meeting so it just shows your group singing together. You can also use video editing software like IMovie depending on the device you have. Only one member of your group needs to submit your final video, but if it is not turned in by Friday it will be marked late for the entire group.
Performance Guidelines
Duration: Song must be between 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes and 30 seconds long.
Who sings?: Each performer in the group must have a solo in the song. (part where just they perform)
Parts: Each song performed with more than one member must have a harmony part added. (at least 2 parts)
Song chosen must be school appropriate and clean. Songs that need a clean version will not be accepted. Songs can be denied if deemed inappropriate by the teacher.
Acoustic performances are wonderful. No a cappella unless it is in multiple parts. You may play the piano, guitar, or any other instrument as long as you are also singing during your performance.
Accompaniments must be karaoke with no voices or words in the recording.
Performance must be memorized. You should be looking at the camera when singing. I should see each performer's face in the videos.
Performance rubric will be passed out separately.
SOLOISTS!
If you are performing a solo you can submit your final video by using the Flipgrid link or upload a video directly to google classroom.
DUOS & TRIOS
If you are performing a duet or trio you need to edit your videos so both of you are seen at the same time. I recommend you use https://upbeatmusicapp.com/ and create an account using your google login. When your group has finished your video please download a copy and upload it as an attachment to this assignment on google classroom. Another option is to open your own zoom meeting after school and record your zoom meeting so it just shows your group singing together. You can also use video editing software like IMovie depending on the device you have. Only one member of your group needs to submit your final video, but if it is not turned in by Friday it will be marked late for the entire group.
Performance Guidelines
Duration: Song must be between 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes and 30 seconds long.
Who sings?: Each performer in the group must have a solo in the song. (part where just they perform)
Parts: Each song performed with more than one member must have a harmony part added. (at least 2 parts)
Song chosen must be school appropriate and clean. Songs that need a clean version will not be accepted. Songs can be denied if deemed inappropriate by the teacher.
Acoustic performances are wonderful. No a cappella unless it is in multiple parts. You may play the piano, guitar, or any other instrument as long as you are also singing during your performance.
Accompaniments must be karaoke with no voices or words in the recording.
Performance must be memorized. You should be looking at the camera when singing. I should see each performer's face in the videos.
Performance rubric will be passed out separately.
Due:
Participation in Winter Concert
Attend the Virtual Winter Concert on Thursday, December 3rd at 7:00pm.
Due:
Winter Dreams-Final Recording.
1. Click the link: https://walnutvalley-usd.musicfirstclassroom.com/
2. Log into musicfirst.
3. Go to the top left corner of the screen and click on Software.
4. Click on Soundtrap.
5. Refresh the page.
6. Click on the Winter Dreams.
7. Click the plus sign to make a new track. Close the record window.
8. Click the 3 dots on your track and rename your track with your first and last name.
9. Select the headphones icon on the background track and your voice part track.
10. Click on the track with your name.
11. Click the red circle and record yourself singing along. You must be wearing headphones to record.
12. Click the square button when you are done recording.
13. Click the Arrow (play button) and listen to your recording. Re-record any section you are not happy with. When you like your track push save in the top middle of the screen and refresh the page to make sure your track has saved.
DO NOT delete or touch other tracks.
MAKE SURE you push SAVE when you are done.
2. Log into musicfirst.
3. Go to the top left corner of the screen and click on Software.
4. Click on Soundtrap.
5. Refresh the page.
6. Click on the Winter Dreams.
7. Click the plus sign to make a new track. Close the record window.
8. Click the 3 dots on your track and rename your track with your first and last name.
9. Select the headphones icon on the background track and your voice part track.
10. Click on the track with your name.
11. Click the red circle and record yourself singing along. You must be wearing headphones to record.
12. Click the square button when you are done recording.
13. Click the Arrow (play button) and listen to your recording. Re-record any section you are not happy with. When you like your track push save in the top middle of the screen and refresh the page to make sure your track has saved.
DO NOT delete or touch other tracks.
MAKE SURE you push SAVE when you are done.
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Winter Dreams-Final Video
After you have submitted your audio recording on Soundtrap record a video of yourself singing along with the audio on soundtrap. You do not need to wear headphones. Record from the beginning of the song straight through until the music completely stops. Make sure your face is showing entirely in the middle of the screen and make sure you are showing an expressive face. Facial Expression Competition Begin!
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Pass Off 3
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Music Theory Quiz
You will take this quiz Friday during class.
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You Will Be Found-Final Recording.
1. Click the link: https://walnutvalley-usd.musicfirstclassroom.com/
2. Log into musicfirst.
3. Go to the top left corner of the screen and click on Software.
4. Click on Soundtrap.
5. Refresh the page.
6. Click on the You Will Be Found Project.
7. Click the plus sign to make a new track. Close the record window.
8. Click the 3 dots on your track and rename your track with your first and last name.
9. Select the headphones icon on the background track and your voice part track.
10. Click on the track with your name.
11. Click the red circle and record yourself singing along. You must be wearing headphones to record.
12. Click the square button when you are done recording.
13. Click the Arrow (play button) and listen to your recording. Re-record any section you are not happy with. When you like your track push save in the top middle of the screen and refresh the page to make sure your track has saved.
DO NOT delete or touch other tracks.
MAKE SURE you push SAVE when you are done.
2. Log into musicfirst.
3. Go to the top left corner of the screen and click on Software.
4. Click on Soundtrap.
5. Refresh the page.
6. Click on the You Will Be Found Project.
7. Click the plus sign to make a new track. Close the record window.
8. Click the 3 dots on your track and rename your track with your first and last name.
9. Select the headphones icon on the background track and your voice part track.
10. Click on the track with your name.
11. Click the red circle and record yourself singing along. You must be wearing headphones to record.
12. Click the square button when you are done recording.
13. Click the Arrow (play button) and listen to your recording. Re-record any section you are not happy with. When you like your track push save in the top middle of the screen and refresh the page to make sure your track has saved.
DO NOT delete or touch other tracks.
MAKE SURE you push SAVE when you are done.
Due:
You Will be Found-Final Video
After you have submitted your audio recording on Soundtrap record a video of yourself singing along with the audio on soundtrap. You do not need to wear headphones. Record from the beginning of the song straight through until the music completely stops. Make sure your face is showing entirely in the middle of the screen and make sure you are showing an expressive face. Facial Expression Competition Begin!
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Week 14-Solo, Duo, Trio-Background & Total Time Submission
The background track for the song must be submitted on Google Classroom in a google form along with starting and stopping times. If students are playing acoustically without a backing track then a total performance time needs to be submitted on Google Classroom in a google form. This is due on November 13th at the end of class. For each day the group has not been submitted sheet music points will be lost.
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Solo, Duo, Trio (Song Lyric Submission for approval)
Song Lyric Submission for approval: The title of the song and sheet music/lyrics must be submitted on Google Classroom in the form of a photo or google document by November 10th at the end of class to receive full points. Students are responsible for finding copies of the sheet music/lyrics on their own. For each day the group has not been submitted sheet music points will be lost.
Performance Guidelines
Duration: Song must be between 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes and 30 seconds long.
Who sings?: Each performer in the group must have a solo in the song. (part where just they perform)
Parts: Each song performed with more than one member must have a harmony part added. (at least 2 parts)
Song chosen must be school appropriate and clean. Songs that need a clean version will not be accepted. Songs can be denied if deemed inappropriate by the teacher.
Acoustic performances are wonderful. No a cappella unless it is in multiple parts. You may play the piano, guitar, or any other instrument as long as you are also singing during your performance.
Accompaniments must be karaoke with no voices or words in the recording.
Performance must be memorized. You should be looking at the camera when singing. I should see each performer's face in the videos.
Performance rubric will be passed out separately.
Performance Guidelines
Duration: Song must be between 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes and 30 seconds long.
Who sings?: Each performer in the group must have a solo in the song. (part where just they perform)
Parts: Each song performed with more than one member must have a harmony part added. (at least 2 parts)
Song chosen must be school appropriate and clean. Songs that need a clean version will not be accepted. Songs can be denied if deemed inappropriate by the teacher.
Acoustic performances are wonderful. No a cappella unless it is in multiple parts. You may play the piano, guitar, or any other instrument as long as you are also singing during your performance.
Accompaniments must be karaoke with no voices or words in the recording.
Performance must be memorized. You should be looking at the camera when singing. I should see each performer's face in the videos.
Performance rubric will be passed out separately.
Due:
Sight Reading Assignment 1
Record yourself singing the exercise on solfege. "Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Ti, Do"
Due:
Week 13-Part Test-You'll Be Found-pg. 10-15
Please record yourself singing pages pg. 10 (measure 52) through page 15 (measure 86) on Flipgrid. Make sure you are singing with headphones. I am grading on words and accurate notes and rhythms. You must practice with your part track prior to recording. The part track can be found in the songs folder listed on classwork.
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Pass Off 2
Complete your 2nd pass off during class or tutorial this week.
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Solo Duo Trio Project-Group Names
Group may consist of 1, 2, or 3 people total. Participants must be members of the guitar program. Group members must be chosen and submitted through google classroom in a google form by the end of class on November 2nd in order to receive full points. For each day the group has not been submitted points will be lost. If you do not choose by November 6th I will pick your group for you. You may NOT change groups after you turn in your google form.
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Week 12-Part Test-You'll Be Found-beginning
Please record yourself singing pages pg. 4-8 on Flipgrid. Make sure you are singing with headphones. I am grading on words and accurate notes and rhythms. You must practice with your part track prior to recording. The part track can be found in the songs folder listed on classwork.
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24 hours without Music
Pick 24 hours straight between the end of class on Wednesday and when class starts on Friday at 11:10am where you do not listen to any music. Period. That means no television, commercials, radio, youtube, video games, singing, etc. If you still wish to do these activities you need to mute the volume, plug your ears, or just leave the room. If you are unable to avoid the music then you need to add it to a written list that you will submit on Friday showing all of the times you were unable to avoid music. I recommend you write this list on a piece of physical paper so you can carry it with you during the 24 hours. On Friday I will ask you to show me this list and write a reflection in class on what your experience was like. You need to try your best.
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In Class Activity 10/30/20
In a private comment put the time the teacher gives you when you escape the room to show you have completed our in class activity.
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Week 12-Check In 10/27
Complete the google form at the end of class on October, 27th.
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Week 11-Sound track of my Life-Final Powerpoint
Complete steps 4-9 on the attached instruction page. Use the google document you already completed with steps 1 through 3 as a reference as you finish your slideshow.
When you have finished the slideshow share the link with WVUSD and attach the link to this assignment.
When you have finished the slideshow share the link with WVUSD and attach the link to this assignment.
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Part Test-You'll Be Found
Please record yourself singing pages 15-end on Flipgrid. Make sure you are singing with headphones. I am grading on words and accurate notes and rhythms. You must practice with your part track prior to recording. The part track can be found in the songs folder listed on classwork.
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Sight-reading Recording
Please record the following example using solfege on Flipgrid.
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Sectional Competition
Complete this with your section.
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What fun activity did you do for homework this weekend that was not school related?
Write 3 sentences explaining what you did. Each complete sentence is worth one point.
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Week 10-Music Theory Check In Quiz
Please complete this google form during class on Friday, October 15th. This is a music theory quiz.
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Week 10-Soundtrap Play Assignment
Log into soundtrap with the teachers instructions. Open the link and try changing the song around.
1. Create at least 1 new track with any instrument and save your work.
1. Create at least 1 new track with any instrument and save your work.
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Participation in Fall Concert
Attend the Fall Concert on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30pm.
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Week 8-Soundtrack of my Life (Part 1)
Complete Steps 1-3 of the instructions on the Soundtrack of My Life Instructions using the attached google doc (chart).
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Week 8-Final Submission-September Listening and Reflection Notebook
Open your listening notebook and click on the share button. Copy the link and attach the link under this assignment. Make sure you have all of the slides completed to get credit. If you missed a listening example, find the appropriate youtube video attached below and watch it, add your reflection before you submit the journal.
1. Slide 6: You may skip this slide
2. Slide 9: As we warmed up each day you should have listed your lowest and highest notes. Please also answer if your range grew.
3. Slide 11 & 12: Song Title-Nyon, Nyon (Listen to the video and reflect on slide 12).
4. Slide 14 & 15: Song Title-Deum Verum (Listen to the video and reflect on slide 15).
5. Slide 17 & 18: Song Title-Summertime (Listen to the video and reflect on slide 18).
6. Slide 20 & 21: Song Title-Winter Dream(Listen to the video and reflect on slide 21).
1. Slide 6: You may skip this slide
2. Slide 9: As we warmed up each day you should have listed your lowest and highest notes. Please also answer if your range grew.
3. Slide 11 & 12: Song Title-Nyon, Nyon (Listen to the video and reflect on slide 12).
4. Slide 14 & 15: Song Title-Deum Verum (Listen to the video and reflect on slide 15).
5. Slide 17 & 18: Song Title-Summertime (Listen to the video and reflect on slide 18).
6. Slide 20 & 21: Song Title-Winter Dream(Listen to the video and reflect on slide 21).
Due:
Design a Cover for our Fall Concert Program
Guidelines: This is an optional assignment!
1. Must say "Chaparral Middle School Choirs present our Fall Concert"
2. Must say "October 7, 2020"
3. Must be music related
4. I encourage a picture that has a positive message.
Upload a photo of your final drawing if you would like to participate.
1. Must say "Chaparral Middle School Choirs present our Fall Concert"
2. Must say "October 7, 2020"
3. Must be music related
4. I encourage a picture that has a positive message.
Upload a photo of your final drawing if you would like to participate.
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Week 7-Recording Ad Astra for Fall Concert
1. Find a quiet area.
2. Check your surroundings.
3. Turn on the background track with your part playing.
4. Make sure you hear it with your headphones.
5. Hit record on flipgrid.
6. Hit play on the music.
7. I should see your face then entire time the audio is playing, even when you are not singing.
8. Sing the entire song.
9. Stop recording.
10. Listen to your recording.
11. If you are happy you may submit.
2. Check your surroundings.
3. Turn on the background track with your part playing.
4. Make sure you hear it with your headphones.
5. Hit record on flipgrid.
6. Hit play on the music.
7. I should see your face then entire time the audio is playing, even when you are not singing.
8. Sing the entire song.
9. Stop recording.
10. Listen to your recording.
11. If you are happy you may submit.
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Optional (October Concert Solo Auditions)
If you would like to audition for a solo for our October Concert then you will submit a recording on this assignment.
1. The solo needs to be a song you think people need to hear during this time.
2. It may not be longer than 2 minutes and 30 seconds. Figure out the best place to stop in the middle of the song if it is too long.
3. I recommend something uplifting and encouraging.
4. I will only choose a small number of students to perform at this first concert.
5. You may attach a song directly to this assignment after recording it on your phone or computer or you may use the flipgrid link that is attached.
IT IS NOT REQUIRED to do this assignment.
1. The solo needs to be a song you think people need to hear during this time.
2. It may not be longer than 2 minutes and 30 seconds. Figure out the best place to stop in the middle of the song if it is too long.
3. I recommend something uplifting and encouraging.
4. I will only choose a small number of students to perform at this first concert.
5. You may attach a song directly to this assignment after recording it on your phone or computer or you may use the flipgrid link that is attached.
IT IS NOT REQUIRED to do this assignment.
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Week 7-Dad Joke Submissions
Section leaders please submit your favorite 3 dad jokes!
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Week 7-Are you interested in being considered for a solo on "I'm Still Standing?"
Please answer with "yes" or "no".
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Week 6-Pass off Number 1
You will be singing your first pass off in class on Wednesday. If you pass you will receive a 10. If you do not pass you will receive a 6 until you do pass.
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Week 6-I'm Still Standing Final Recording
THIS IS THE ENTIRE SONG! Read the attached directions to see the steps to set up for a recording. I should only hear your voice in the recording (no background tracks). If you send a recording with background tracks I will ask you to resubmit. You must be listening to the background track while you record so you have the right tempo. This recording must be turned in by Friday 9/18/20. You are recording the entire song. Think about how you are dressed and look as this video will show during our concert.
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Week 6-Music Theory Quiz 2
We will take this quiz Friday in class.
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Week 6-Music Meme Challenge
Work with the people in your group to create/find music memes related to our choir class. Only the section leader is responsible for uploading the photos to google classroom. You will be graded as a group and will lose points if the photos are turned in late. This is due on Wednesday. If everyone is not participating section leaders will inform me. You will be choosing your favorite 3 memes to submit and you should choose these by popular vote.
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Week 6-Music Review Worksheet
Complete this in class on Tuesday, September 15th.
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Pass off Number 1
You will be singing your first pass off in class on Wednesday. If you pass you will receive a 10. If you do not pass you will receive a 6 until you do pass.
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Week 5-Sep. Listening and Reflection Notebook-Link Submission
Click the share button on your notebook and copy the link. Paste the link on this assignment.
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What is your favorite tongue twister?
Write your favorite tongue twister in response.
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Week 4-What is your favorite tongue twister?
Write your favorite tongue twister in response.
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Sectional Logo Presentation
Complete the google slide with your section during class. Presentation is on Friday.
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Week 4-Sectional Logo Presentation
Complete the google slide with your section during class. Presentation is on Friday.
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I'm Still Standing Recording 1 (Practice)
Read the attached directions to see the steps to set up for a recording. I should only hear your voice in the recording (no background tracks). This recording must be turned in by Friday 9/4/20. You are recording the first 2 verses and 1st chorus. Stop after page 4.
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Week 4-I'm Still Standing Recording 1 (Practice)
Read the attached directions to see the steps to set up for a recording. I should only hear your voice in the recording (no background tracks). This recording must be turned in by Friday 9/4/20. You are recording the first 2 verses and 1st chorus. Stop after page 4.
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Week 3-Music Theory 1 Quiz
Complete the google form in class on Friday.
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Week 3-Music Theory Review-Note Construction
Click the link and complete the challenge. You may take it as many times as you would like to receive the score you want. When you have received a score you like, sign the report, copy the link and submit the link on google classroom by adding the link as an attachment before turning the assignment in. You will receive the score you submit.
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Week 3-Choir Leadership Voting Round 2
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Week 3-Music Theory-Note Identification
Click the link and complete the challenge. You may take it as many times as you would like to receive the score you want. When you have received a score you like, sign the report, copy the link and submit the link on google classroom by adding the link as an attachment before turning the assignment in. You will receive the score you submit.
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Week 3-Choir Leadership Voting
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Week 2-EGBDF Survey
Please complete the google form during class on Friday, 8/21
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Week 2-Treble Clef Note Names
Click the link and complete the challenge. You may take it as many times as you would like to receive the score you want. When you have received a score you like, sign the report, copy the link and submit the link on google classroom by adding the link as an attachment before turning the assignment in. You will receive the score you submit.
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Week 2-Baba Yetu- Listening Assignment
Complete this google form as you listen to Baba Yetu in class.
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Week 1-Choir Handbook Assignment
Please review the choir handbook with your parents and sign the google form. An extra copy of the handbook will be placed as a material on google classroom as a reference if you have questions throughout the year.
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Week 1-Warm-ups Video (8/14/20)
Submit video of warm-ups on Flipgrid.
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Week 1-Listening-Scary Pockets Assignment
Complete google form during listening activity in class. Link is below if you are absent.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJF7MMSqBiE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJF7MMSqBiE