Why is it important to thoroughly know the cognitive and physical development of your students? Because it separates you from the rest of the teachers who are only focusing on teaching how they were taught and expecting their students to learn only how they learn. A general overview of cognitive and physical development will enable you to modify your lesson plans to the differentiated learners in the classroom. Many of you are doing a wonderful job making connections between learning and learners, and I fear that some of you are only completing each assignment with the expectation of checking yet another course off your list.
I encourage you to take this opportunity to develop into a stronger teacher candidate by making important connections between classroom management, cognitive and physical development, and the development of critical thinking skills. Music is a tool to unlock such possibilities, reaching students who would have been left behind otherwise.
Teaching is not a job. It's a lifestyle. We should all be living to teach rather than teaching to live (earn a living).
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Saturday, May 11, 2013
MUS 214 Updated Syllabus
Hello All!
The syllabus on the G:// drive is the most CURRENT and Up-To-Date syllabus. Please replace this with all previously saved syllabi. This has a few more specifics (more detailed instruction) to help you navigate the course in an easier fashion.
Best,
Dr. H.
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Welcome to MUS 214!
Hello, May Term of MUS 214! You have successfully found me in the blogging world. Please make sure you email me your URL LINK so that I may find you and add you to my blog. Please do this immediately---I will compile a blogging list of the class and distribute it to your peers so that you may complete your assignments.
Introduce Yourself!
Here are a couple of songs/chants for introducing the class:
Jump in, jump out, Introduce Yourself!
My name is: __________
Class: YEAH!
I have _______________(descriptor #1)
Class: YEAH!
And I ___________ (descriptor #2)
Class: YEAH!
All: Alright, Alright, Alright, Alright!
Strawberry Shortcake, Huckleberry Finn
When I say your Birth-month, Jump In!
January, (pause), February (pause), March (pause), etc.
Horses have a muzzle, pigs have a snout,
When I say your Birth-month, Jump Out!
December (pause), November (pause), October, (pause), etc.
Good morning, Friends,
Hello, and how are you?
We're fine, We're fine,
And I hope that you are too!
My name is _________, what's your name?
My name is ___________,
Class: Hello ___________!
His/Her name is ________, what's your name?
(Repeat for entire class)
The first chant is a great way for students to get to know each other (and for you to remember your students early on in the year). The formula is this: The First Line is repeated with each student. The second line is where the student inserts his/her name. The third line contains a verb--sing, run, dance, play, etc. The fourth line should contain a noun. Cats, books, cars, etc. The fifth line always ends in Alright! Clap to the steady beat and encourage the students to move freely.
Another fun way to get to know each other:
E is for Elise and I like Eclairs,
A is for Aaron, and I like Apples.
(Class) "Elise likes Eclairs, and Aaron Likes Apples!"
Add two students per "turn".....all students should repeat ALL of the names of previous students. It gets a little crazy, but it is a great ice breaker. The group should alternating between patting and clapping to keep a steady beat and try to speak their name and noun/verb with a steady beat.
Do you have any ideas for rhythmic ice breakers?
Introduce Yourself!
Here are a couple of songs/chants for introducing the class:
Jump in, jump out, Introduce Yourself!
My name is: __________
Class: YEAH!
I have _______________(descriptor #1)
Class: YEAH!
And I ___________ (descriptor #2)
Class: YEAH!
All: Alright, Alright, Alright, Alright!
Strawberry Shortcake, Huckleberry Finn
When I say your Birth-month, Jump In!
January, (pause), February (pause), March (pause), etc.
Horses have a muzzle, pigs have a snout,
When I say your Birth-month, Jump Out!
December (pause), November (pause), October, (pause), etc.
Good morning, Friends,
Hello, and how are you?
We're fine, We're fine,
And I hope that you are too!
My name is _________, what's your name?
My name is ___________,
Class: Hello ___________!
His/Her name is ________, what's your name?
(Repeat for entire class)
The first chant is a great way for students to get to know each other (and for you to remember your students early on in the year). The formula is this: The First Line is repeated with each student. The second line is where the student inserts his/her name. The third line contains a verb--sing, run, dance, play, etc. The fourth line should contain a noun. Cats, books, cars, etc. The fifth line always ends in Alright! Clap to the steady beat and encourage the students to move freely.
Another fun way to get to know each other:
E is for Elise and I like Eclairs,
A is for Aaron, and I like Apples.
(Class) "Elise likes Eclairs, and Aaron Likes Apples!"
Add two students per "turn".....all students should repeat ALL of the names of previous students. It gets a little crazy, but it is a great ice breaker. The group should alternating between patting and clapping to keep a steady beat and try to speak their name and noun/verb with a steady beat.
Do you have any ideas for rhythmic ice breakers?
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Check this out!
Check out this great blog site for music technology in the classroom!
http://musictomysoul.wordpress.com/
Also, Silver Burdett has a great facebook page I am following:
http://www.facebook.com/SBMakingMusic
http://musictomysoul.wordpress.com/
Also, Silver Burdett has a great facebook page I am following:
http://www.facebook.com/SBMakingMusic
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
BLOGGING!
Hello, All!
I hope you are enjoying the first week of May classes. Please add the following URL's to your blog list so that you may comment on peer blogs. Keep up the great work!
Dr. H.
http://brittanypenlerick.blogspot.com
http://heatherfeltes.blogspot.com
http://dreamtraveler23.blogspot.com
http://benjaminrobinson13.blogspot.com
http://alwilk02.blogspot.com
http://carlyscenter.blogspot.com
I hope you are enjoying the first week of May classes. Please add the following URL's to your blog list so that you may comment on peer blogs. Keep up the great work!
Dr. H.
http://brittanypenlerick.blogspot.com
http://heatherfeltes.blogspot.com
http://dreamtraveler23.blogspot.com
http://benjaminrobinson13.blogspot.com
http://alwilk02.blogspot.com
http://carlyscenter.blogspot.com
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
REMINDERS HEPWORTH STUDIO
Hello, All!
This is mid-terms, which means you must have a total of 8 blog posts after this week to not have your final grade affected by 1/2 letter.
Take the time to catch up---
Also, please email me the title of your piece as well as the composer and composer's dates for the Italian studio recital on April 18th. Also, please email me the Italian text and the translations for the program notes.
This will be due by March 30.
Keep up the steady work!
Dr. H.
This is mid-terms, which means you must have a total of 8 blog posts after this week to not have your final grade affected by 1/2 letter.
Take the time to catch up---
Also, please email me the title of your piece as well as the composer and composer's dates for the Italian studio recital on April 18th. Also, please email me the Italian text and the translations for the program notes.
This will be due by March 30.
Keep up the steady work!
Dr. H.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
REMINDERS
Hello, All!
Just a reminder to those who need to BEGIN blogging---we are in week #7, and half of the studio has yet to begin this requirement. Your final grade will be affected by one half letter, so make sure you fulfill this easy requirement!
Also, memory tests are next week. You will be required to sing your "assigned" songs by memory.
One more reminder: those going on tour will need to make up their lesson time (Thursday: Will, Eric, Doug, and Mary; Wednesday: Stephanie, Carl, Katie B., Austin, and Jamie). Come by my office ASAP to get a spot----first come, first served.
Stay healthy, sing wisely, and represent WSC well!!!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Just a reminder to those who need to BEGIN blogging---we are in week #7, and half of the studio has yet to begin this requirement. Your final grade will be affected by one half letter, so make sure you fulfill this easy requirement!
Also, memory tests are next week. You will be required to sing your "assigned" songs by memory.
One more reminder: those going on tour will need to make up their lesson time (Thursday: Will, Eric, Doug, and Mary; Wednesday: Stephanie, Carl, Katie B., Austin, and Jamie). Come by my office ASAP to get a spot----first come, first served.
Stay healthy, sing wisely, and represent WSC well!!!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Monday, February 13, 2012
Keep these things in mind....
Hello, All!
Three weeks stand between you and mid-term break at this moment, and that means three weeks to polish up those first assigned songs for your memory test.
Keep in mind that you should be blogging once a week, that you should be working on your translations, biographies, and items for your end of the semester notebook.
Those giving a recital: your first draft of program notes are due at the time of your jury. If you have yet to get me your senior/junior recital request form and a printed order of your program, you need to do this ASAP. Technically it should be turned in two weeks before your jury....which is coming up fast!
If anyone would like to attend my recital this week in Norfolk, it is held at the Johnny Carson theater at 7pm. Admission is free!
Other than that, keep working and doing such a fabulous job!
Dr. H.
Three weeks stand between you and mid-term break at this moment, and that means three weeks to polish up those first assigned songs for your memory test.
Keep in mind that you should be blogging once a week, that you should be working on your translations, biographies, and items for your end of the semester notebook.
Those giving a recital: your first draft of program notes are due at the time of your jury. If you have yet to get me your senior/junior recital request form and a printed order of your program, you need to do this ASAP. Technically it should be turned in two weeks before your jury....which is coming up fast!
If anyone would like to attend my recital this week in Norfolk, it is held at the Johnny Carson theater at 7pm. Admission is free!
Other than that, keep working and doing such a fabulous job!
Dr. H.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Keep Blogging!
Hello, Hepworth Studio!
I just wanted to send out a few reminders..... but first, I wanted to express my excitement to be working with such a strong and talented group of people. This might be our best semester yet!
Some things to keep in mind:
1. BLOG--once a week; include your assignments, your reflections about practice and performance, and your worries or concerns about repertoire and/or technique (if applicable).
2. Start working on your character studies.
3. All copied music is due to Phil by the end of this week....your grade will be reduced.
4. We only have 12 weeks (after this week) left in the semester...divide this by your total songs, and that should give you a good idea of how many you have to memorize per week.
5. Senior recitals---get your jury scheduled and turn in your Junior/Senior recital request form ASAP.
6. Keep track of which Tuesdays you sing---get those to the office before noon on Mondays!
7. Keep up the good work---we are off to a running start!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
I just wanted to send out a few reminders..... but first, I wanted to express my excitement to be working with such a strong and talented group of people. This might be our best semester yet!
Some things to keep in mind:
1. BLOG--once a week; include your assignments, your reflections about practice and performance, and your worries or concerns about repertoire and/or technique (if applicable).
2. Start working on your character studies.
3. All copied music is due to Phil by the end of this week....your grade will be reduced.
4. We only have 12 weeks (after this week) left in the semester...divide this by your total songs, and that should give you a good idea of how many you have to memorize per week.
5. Senior recitals---get your jury scheduled and turn in your Junior/Senior recital request form ASAP.
6. Keep track of which Tuesdays you sing---get those to the office before noon on Mondays!
7. Keep up the good work---we are off to a running start!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
A few reminders
Hello, All! I hope you enjoyed the first week of class---it has been a pleasure to read your blogs, assignments, and lesson plans thus far this week. I wanted to send you a couple of reminders for next week of class:
1. For your first journal article, please choose a peer-reviewed journal (digital OR hard copy)--it should be from Teaching Music or the Journal of Music Education. If you find another interesting journal article and are unsure about its validity, just shoot me an email.
2. Remember to bring your recorder next Tuesday---we will be beginning learning the recorder. Please review musictheory.net to ensure that you know the names of the lines and spaces on the treble clef staff. We will be moving sequentially, but quickly, so come prepared.
3. Please keep in mind that every assignment is important and has a purpose....if you are continuing to read the lecture notes, the hand-outs in class, and assigned reading from your texts, you will find that there is a culminating theme---much of this course is "active learning"---my role as a facilitator, and your role as a life-long learner. Think of college as your chance to "train" for teaching rather than just another place to finish assignments, get "through" a class, and get your degree.
An interesting article to read about discovering your own learning style (as well as shedding some light on the learning styles of your future students) discusses the Myers-Briggs model for student learning:
http://www2.gsu.edu/~dschjb/wwwmbti.html
(Hint: this would be an excellent article to print off for your portfolio):-)
Have a wonderful weekend, and I am looking forward to seeing you Tuesday!
Dr. H.
1. For your first journal article, please choose a peer-reviewed journal (digital OR hard copy)--it should be from Teaching Music or the Journal of Music Education. If you find another interesting journal article and are unsure about its validity, just shoot me an email.
2. Remember to bring your recorder next Tuesday---we will be beginning learning the recorder. Please review musictheory.net to ensure that you know the names of the lines and spaces on the treble clef staff. We will be moving sequentially, but quickly, so come prepared.
3. Please keep in mind that every assignment is important and has a purpose....if you are continuing to read the lecture notes, the hand-outs in class, and assigned reading from your texts, you will find that there is a culminating theme---much of this course is "active learning"---my role as a facilitator, and your role as a life-long learner. Think of college as your chance to "train" for teaching rather than just another place to finish assignments, get "through" a class, and get your degree.
An interesting article to read about discovering your own learning style (as well as shedding some light on the learning styles of your future students) discusses the Myers-Briggs model for student learning:
http://www2.gsu.edu/~dschjb/wwwmbti.html
(Hint: this would be an excellent article to print off for your portfolio):-)
Have a wonderful weekend, and I am looking forward to seeing you Tuesday!
Dr. H.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Introduce Yourself!
Hello, All! I am re-posting this blog because the previous blog seems to have disappeared.
Here are a couple of songs/chants for introducing the class:
Jump in, jump out, Introduce Yourself!
My name is: __________
Class: YEAH!
I have _______________(descriptor #1)
Class: YEAH!
And I ___________ (descriptor #2)
Class: YEAH!
All: Alright, Alright, Alright, Alright!
Strawberry Shortcake, Huckleberry Finn
When I say your Birth-month, Jump In!
January, (pause), February (pause), March (pause), etc.
Horses have a muzzle, pigs have a snout,
When I say your Birth-month, Jump Out!
December (pause), November (pause), October, (pause), etc.
Good morning, Friends,
Hello, and how are you?
We're fine, We're fine,
And I hope that you are too!
My name is _________, what's your name?
My name is ___________,
Class: Hello ___________!
His/Her name is ________, what's your name?
(Repeat for entire class)
Here are a couple of songs/chants for introducing the class:
Jump in, jump out, Introduce Yourself!
My name is: __________
Class: YEAH!
I have _______________(descriptor #1)
Class: YEAH!
And I ___________ (descriptor #2)
Class: YEAH!
All: Alright, Alright, Alright, Alright!
Strawberry Shortcake, Huckleberry Finn
When I say your Birth-month, Jump In!
January, (pause), February (pause), March (pause), etc.
Horses have a muzzle, pigs have a snout,
When I say your Birth-month, Jump Out!
December (pause), November (pause), October, (pause), etc.
Good morning, Friends,
Hello, and how are you?
We're fine, We're fine,
And I hope that you are too!
My name is _________, what's your name?
My name is ___________,
Class: Hello ___________!
His/Her name is ________, what's your name?
(Repeat for entire class)
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
MUS 214---Philosophies and Assignments
Hello, All!
I have been thoroughly enjoying your posts and assignments. I hope that the comments made on your blogs give you another perspective. The philosophies look good---think more about stating YOUR beliefs as well as proof of how you will implement your beliefs into your classroom. I saw several "autobiographies" as well as what teachers "should do" rather than a personal belief system. Most schools will ask for a personal statement (autobiography), an application letter (a brief summation of resume as well as philosophy), and a philosophy. Two great music philosophers were David Elliot and Bennett Reimer. They have contrasting/conflicting philosophies about music education, but each list fundamental beliefs as well as examples of how those basic beliefs would be applied in the classroom. If you feel like "Google-ing" these two individuals, you will find many examples of their basic philosophical beliefs.
Take time to truly explore your belief system---if you are not sure exactly what you believe, that is acceptable as well.....this is your opportunity to develop a philosophy that will define your journey as a future educator.
See you tomorrow!
Dr. Hepworth
I have been thoroughly enjoying your posts and assignments. I hope that the comments made on your blogs give you another perspective. The philosophies look good---think more about stating YOUR beliefs as well as proof of how you will implement your beliefs into your classroom. I saw several "autobiographies" as well as what teachers "should do" rather than a personal belief system. Most schools will ask for a personal statement (autobiography), an application letter (a brief summation of resume as well as philosophy), and a philosophy. Two great music philosophers were David Elliot and Bennett Reimer. They have contrasting/conflicting philosophies about music education, but each list fundamental beliefs as well as examples of how those basic beliefs would be applied in the classroom. If you feel like "Google-ing" these two individuals, you will find many examples of their basic philosophical beliefs.
Take time to truly explore your belief system---if you are not sure exactly what you believe, that is acceptable as well.....this is your opportunity to develop a philosophy that will define your journey as a future educator.
See you tomorrow!
Dr. Hepworth
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Welcome MUS 214!
Hello, class!
I am so excited for the next few weeks---I hope your lives are changed and your views on education are challenged throughout our journey together. You have the power to change lives---I hope you leave WSC refreshed and energetic about the number of lives you will reach and change as future educators!
Best of luck for the next few weeks---remember, I am here to serve you!
Dr. Hepworth
I am so excited for the next few weeks---I hope your lives are changed and your views on education are challenged throughout our journey together. You have the power to change lives---I hope you leave WSC refreshed and energetic about the number of lives you will reach and change as future educators!
Best of luck for the next few weeks---remember, I am here to serve you!
Dr. Hepworth
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Back from the Dead
Hello, Troops!
Thank you all for being supportive this week during my illness. It is so imperative that you keep a positive attitude now that finals week is upon us. For those who missed their lesson Thursday, I am open Tuesday morning (would you like to meet Tuesday morning during your normal Thursday time?). If you have ANY questions about juries, please let me know....I am here to make it a positive experience for you.
In regards to your final grade---check the recital attendance board next to the main office. Under the minimum required recitals will drop your final grade by one letter. In regards to the blog---you should have 14 total entries--failure to do so will drop your final grade as well. In regards to your voice notebook--you should have all the requirements outlined in the syllabus (weekly assignments, IPA, translations, character studies, composer and poet/librettist biographies, final reflection). Hopefully you have had that done for quite some time now--your final performance will have so much depth and maturity!
I will have your notebooks graded and in the music office by the end of the week (I will most likely look through it during your juries and hand it back to you to prevent it hovering in the music office for the summer).
Also--please sign up with the registrar for voice lessons ASAP. Failure to do so will most likely mean that you will be unable to study in my studio next semester.
Good luck with your other exams this week! I encourage you to sleep enough and eat well especially during this week of strain and stress. You will be surprised how much a greasy pizza can affect your focus the next day!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Thank you all for being supportive this week during my illness. It is so imperative that you keep a positive attitude now that finals week is upon us. For those who missed their lesson Thursday, I am open Tuesday morning (would you like to meet Tuesday morning during your normal Thursday time?). If you have ANY questions about juries, please let me know....I am here to make it a positive experience for you.
In regards to your final grade---check the recital attendance board next to the main office. Under the minimum required recitals will drop your final grade by one letter. In regards to the blog---you should have 14 total entries--failure to do so will drop your final grade as well. In regards to your voice notebook--you should have all the requirements outlined in the syllabus (weekly assignments, IPA, translations, character studies, composer and poet/librettist biographies, final reflection). Hopefully you have had that done for quite some time now--your final performance will have so much depth and maturity!
I will have your notebooks graded and in the music office by the end of the week (I will most likely look through it during your juries and hand it back to you to prevent it hovering in the music office for the summer).
Also--please sign up with the registrar for voice lessons ASAP. Failure to do so will most likely mean that you will be unable to study in my studio next semester.
Good luck with your other exams this week! I encourage you to sleep enough and eat well especially during this week of strain and stress. You will be surprised how much a greasy pizza can affect your focus the next day!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Monday, April 11, 2011
THREE WEEKS AND COUNTING!
I really want to inspire and encourage those of you who are finding it difficult to kick it in gear these last few weeks of the semester. Mediocrity is rampant in our country....we are not forced as a society to be the best because there are many available jobs for those in the middle. I don't want any of you to settle for mediocrity...you ALL deserve the best---so why would you settle for anything less than?
Tips to get you over the Mediocrity Bump
1. Practice---FORCE yourself to do more....
2. Score study---Reading your music and listening to your recordings will give you an extra edge in your performances
3. Motivate---Get together with your friends....get competitive...practice with one another!
4. Blog---Reflection and evaluation makes a HUGE difference when self-assessing.
Keep up the great work, group! I am looking forward to listening to your phenomenal performances on Thursday!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Tips to get you over the Mediocrity Bump
1. Practice---FORCE yourself to do more....
2. Score study---Reading your music and listening to your recordings will give you an extra edge in your performances
3. Motivate---Get together with your friends....get competitive...practice with one another!
4. Blog---Reflection and evaluation makes a HUGE difference when self-assessing.
Keep up the great work, group! I am looking forward to listening to your phenomenal performances on Thursday!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Five Weeks and Counting....
WOW! Where has the semester gone? We only have five weeks left to memorize, polish, and perfect. Just a few reminders:
For those who are going for upper levels: please check the G drive for important information.
All juries: your notebook will be due at this time---it should include ALL character studies, song research, translations, and FINAL REFLECTION paper. All elements should be typed for full credit.
Keep up with the blogging.....attendance to studios on Friday is also VERY important.
Next semester our studio meetings will be held on MONDAYS at 1pm.....I know this is also during brass ensemble, but I believe it will affect very few. If you plan on enrolling in brass ensemble, please come speak to me so we may work something out.
I will have the schedule for next semester on my door in the next few weeks. My schedule will be extremely tight, as I am taking on additional responsibilities since Dr. Bohnert will be on sabbatical next fall. Sign up....it goes quickly!
If you are planning on enrolling in voice, please bring a drop/add slip as soon as registration comes around. Because I have so many requests to study in my studio, the last individuals to register are not guaranteed as spot---even if you have been in my studio for several years. Overflow will be required to study with Dr. Lofgren.
I believe that is all for now.....keep up the great work!!!
For those who are going for upper levels: please check the G drive for important information.
All juries: your notebook will be due at this time---it should include ALL character studies, song research, translations, and FINAL REFLECTION paper. All elements should be typed for full credit.
Keep up with the blogging.....attendance to studios on Friday is also VERY important.
Next semester our studio meetings will be held on MONDAYS at 1pm.....I know this is also during brass ensemble, but I believe it will affect very few. If you plan on enrolling in brass ensemble, please come speak to me so we may work something out.
I will have the schedule for next semester on my door in the next few weeks. My schedule will be extremely tight, as I am taking on additional responsibilities since Dr. Bohnert will be on sabbatical next fall. Sign up....it goes quickly!
If you are planning on enrolling in voice, please bring a drop/add slip as soon as registration comes around. Because I have so many requests to study in my studio, the last individuals to register are not guaranteed as spot---even if you have been in my studio for several years. Overflow will be required to study with Dr. Lofgren.
I believe that is all for now.....keep up the great work!!!
Friday, March 18, 2011
PLEASE send me your blogging link
For those who have yet to do so, PLEASE send me your blogging link so I can check on your entries. Failure to do so will lower your FINAL grade one letter! If I have not commented on your blogs, it is because I do not have the link to read them!
Please also stop by my office to reschedule this week's lesson if you have yet to do so. There are time slots left for next Saturday, March 26. After that, make-ups for the month of March will not be made.
Keep practicing!
Please also stop by my office to reschedule this week's lesson if you have yet to do so. There are time slots left for next Saturday, March 26. After that, make-ups for the month of March will not be made.
Keep practicing!
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
WHEW!!! Mid-Terms! Now it is all downhill from here!
Hello, All!
Thanks to those who are continuing to keep up with your blogs. I find it so incredibly informative to read what you are thinking at the moment. I feel that it has helped me better serve your needs immediately rather than reading all of your comments at the end of the semester!
Keep up with the practice---you should now increase your practice time from a minimum of 30 minutes a day to a minimum of 45 minutes to one hour a day. Believe it or not, I can tell! It was so refreshing to have those of you who spent time over break practicing come to lessons fully prepared. Thank you!
A couple of reminders:
Please check your WSC accounts. That is where I send all emails in regards to make-up lessons, cancellations, and changes in schedules. I am making up several lessons this Saturday and next, so if you want to get on board for a make-up lesson, come by my office to sign up! Also, our STUDIO RECITAL has been rescheduled to April 14th. Mr. Phil will be traveling to Michigan the following week, so we will move our concert to accommodate his needs. Reminder---thank Phil for his dedication and work this week if you have not already. He is a treasure.
Also--we will not be having studio this Friday due to the fact that Mr. Phil and I will be driving back from Kearney early that morning. I am giving a recital at UNK Thursday evening. Wish me luck!
Have a great tour Wed. and Thursday---again, check your WSC accounts for information about rescheduling lessons, or just stop by my office.
Take care, keep practicing, and stay healthy!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Thanks to those who are continuing to keep up with your blogs. I find it so incredibly informative to read what you are thinking at the moment. I feel that it has helped me better serve your needs immediately rather than reading all of your comments at the end of the semester!
Keep up with the practice---you should now increase your practice time from a minimum of 30 minutes a day to a minimum of 45 minutes to one hour a day. Believe it or not, I can tell! It was so refreshing to have those of you who spent time over break practicing come to lessons fully prepared. Thank you!
A couple of reminders:
Please check your WSC accounts. That is where I send all emails in regards to make-up lessons, cancellations, and changes in schedules. I am making up several lessons this Saturday and next, so if you want to get on board for a make-up lesson, come by my office to sign up! Also, our STUDIO RECITAL has been rescheduled to April 14th. Mr. Phil will be traveling to Michigan the following week, so we will move our concert to accommodate his needs. Reminder---thank Phil for his dedication and work this week if you have not already. He is a treasure.
Also--we will not be having studio this Friday due to the fact that Mr. Phil and I will be driving back from Kearney early that morning. I am giving a recital at UNK Thursday evening. Wish me luck!
Have a great tour Wed. and Thursday---again, check your WSC accounts for information about rescheduling lessons, or just stop by my office.
Take care, keep practicing, and stay healthy!
Your biggest fan,
Dr. H.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
No Studio This Friday
Hello all!
Due to a majority of you who are unable to attend studio this week, I have decided to cancel our meeting on Friday. Please use that hour to practice!
Also---there are SEVERAL of you who continue to forget to blog. Your grade has been lowered at LEAST 5% now for not blogging the first 8 weeks of school. By the end of March your grade will be lowered at LEAST another 5% if this continues to happen. Keep practicing, keep reflecting (blog), and keep up the good work!
One more item--for those of you who will be missing lessons due to Tour, please stop by my office to sign up for a make-up time. I will come in on two separate Saturdays to make up lessons, for this is the only time I have in my schedule to do so.
Your options are:
Saturday March 19 (9am-noon)
Saturday March 26 (10am-noon)
My Monday folks might be affected as well---I am on the committee to hire a permanent person for the woodwind position. Those who are finalists are visiting March 14, March 21, and March 28.
Have a great spring break!
Dr. H.
Due to a majority of you who are unable to attend studio this week, I have decided to cancel our meeting on Friday. Please use that hour to practice!
Also---there are SEVERAL of you who continue to forget to blog. Your grade has been lowered at LEAST 5% now for not blogging the first 8 weeks of school. By the end of March your grade will be lowered at LEAST another 5% if this continues to happen. Keep practicing, keep reflecting (blog), and keep up the good work!
One more item--for those of you who will be missing lessons due to Tour, please stop by my office to sign up for a make-up time. I will come in on two separate Saturdays to make up lessons, for this is the only time I have in my schedule to do so.
Your options are:
Saturday March 19 (9am-noon)
Saturday March 26 (10am-noon)
My Monday folks might be affected as well---I am on the committee to hire a permanent person for the woodwind position. Those who are finalists are visiting March 14, March 21, and March 28.
Have a great spring break!
Dr. H.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
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