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| The Arts of IS25 |
| All incoming sixth grade students will have the opportunity for an interview/audition Prior dance training is not required for admission but an interest in movement and performance is a must. Our program provides students with detailed instruction in a variety of dance techniques including modern, jazz, and ballet. Students will perform basic dance movements in each of these styles as well as apply correct dance terminology. Students will also learn various cultural and social dances these dances and develop an understanding of its contribution to past and present day society. In addition to the instruction of the styles listed above students will study and analyze major dance works and artists. They will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the choreographic principles, processes, and structures used in their own movement ideas. During the school year students will have the opportunity to perform in various school concerts. Performance is major component of the IS 25 dance program and is a requirement for all students. Through the art of performance students can demonstrate their knowledge, display their talent, and showcase their hard work. The IS 25 dance program provides well-rounded instruction that adheres to the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts. Our goal is to provide students with a life long appreciation for the art of dance. We hope that through our program students will gain confidence and a sense of accomplishment, which will remain with them throughout their lives. Band Mr. Copell IS 25 offers a three-year band program for grades six through eight. All students will have the opportunity to come to IS 25 with their elementary school during the spring term so that they may request and be interviewed for band. No experience playing a musical instrument or singing is required to join the band, however students who do have experience are usually placed in the same beginning band class by grade. Whereas all students selected for beginning band classes learn the same basic skills, the pace of instruction for the more experienced students is faster. Instruments taught in band class are flute, clarinet, bass clarinet, saxophone (alto/tenor/baritone), trumpet, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, bass guitar, drums, percussion, bells and xylophone. Piano and guitar are not part of the regular curriculum but there are some opportunities for students who play those instruments to perform with the band and small ensembles. Once a student is selected for the band on a preliminary basis, parental consent is required. Parental involvement in their child’s music education is important. Students will need to make a three year commitment to band participation. Once a child in admitted into the band with parental consent each child has the opportunity to participate in this professional training course in learning to play an instrument and performing in ensembles large and small. Concert performances are required of all students. Some rehearsals may be scheduled in addition to the usual band class periods during the day. All students are expected to participate in all rehearsals. In addition to the regular instruction during the school day, students who are not otherwise mandated may volunteer to participate in band class during the extended day period Monday through Thursday until 3:02 PM. Students in this smaller ensemble play music that is not performed by the regular band classes and emphasizes blues and jazz including improvisation. The IS25 Band program is affiliated with The Academy—A Program of Carnegie Hall, The Julliard School and The Weill Music Institute and the Queens College Jazz Project. These programs bring other professional musicians and teaching artists into the classroom to work directly with the band. The IS25 Band offers the middle school student the opportunity to learn to play a musical instrument and explore her or his musical talent while learning to take personal responsibility for the success of the group. Our goal is for all students to explore and develop their musical potential while sparking a lifetime of music appreciation. Vocals Ms. Lupinacci SING, SING,SING! The Vocal group at IS 25 is a 3 year program which starts in grade 6 and continues through grade 8. We teach the children not only how to sing but how to utilize all parts of their bodies. From Classical to Rap, Rock and Hip-Hop, all genres all music are added to the vocalists repertoire. A “Good Feeling” comes from expressing themselves with the enthusiasm of performing for others and “Feeling Good” about themselves. |