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Playing Test Expectations

 

The following is what you will need for your playing test:

1. KNOW THE DATE

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2. PRACTICE THE SONG

Any of the songs listed below.

Songs can be found in 'Book 1: Song List' link below or in our essential elements books. 

Fingering charts are on the side bar once you are in the 'Book 1' link and also in the back of the book.

3. SEE THE RUBRIC

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4. FILL OUT PRACTICE LOG

Can be found in music class next to sign out log or by clicking here

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Book 1: Song List

​click on Teacher, then type in the following:

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Username: Ms.S.dawoud

Password: bandislife

 

In order for you to be successful at your playing test, ensure that you select a song that best represents your skill level at your instrument. Here are some guiding questions that can assist you in selecting your song:

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  • Does it teach me a new technique?

  • Do I need to practice this song at least 10 times in order to be able to play it?

  • Is this song at least 4 bars long?

  • Will I be good at playing this song without pauses while keeping a steady beat? 

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Test song suggestions: (all can be found in 'Book 1' link above)

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  • 12: First Flight

  • 18: Go Tell Aunt Rhodie

  • 30: London Bridge

  • 38: Jingle Bells

  • 53: Aura Lee Duet

  • 55: When the Saints

  • 57: Ode to Joy

  • 78: Up on a Housetop

  • 79: Jolly Old St. Nick

  • 167: O Canada

  • 187: La Bamba- Duet

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