IRHS Music and Recording Technology 2016-2017
Instructors: Mark Hodge/Damon Knepper
Course Goals:
1. Develop a lifelong appreciation of music & the arts
2. Gain technical Knowledge of the
3. Develop teamwork & leadership skills
4. Learn basics of sound
5. Learn basics of music theory & history
6. Understand the vast and ever changing world of electronic music
7. Understand the creative process modern sound designers and composer use
8. Share your passion for music with the IRHS community
Expectations & Obligations:
1. 100% participation: being on time, asking questions, improving your musical skills, listening to suggestions & helping others.
2. Demonstrate a knowledge & appreciation of basic music theory, sound design, recording and post production
3. Be an active participant, always hold yourself to a high standard
4. Maintain a cooperative & collaborative attitude
5. Having all materials and handouts each class period
6. Show respect to staff, artists & fellow students
7. Ask questions when you don’t understand something - It’s how you learn and grow!
Classroom Procedures:
- Setup - When you first enter our classroom, grab a chair and sit face the TV at the front of the room. Take out your notebook and pencil and complete your bellwork assignment or wait for further instruction.
- Clean Up - Put your chair, music stand and other materials. Class will not be dismissed until the room is cleaned properly.
- Restrooms - Take care of all personal needs before class begins.
Stay Current - Check your teacher’s website in order to stay current with events
- Letters of Recommendation - Please be sure to ask in advanced for summer camp & college letters.
It is in your best interest that I have at least four weeks to write a fabulous letter for you. Visit your counselor for more info regarding requesting a letter.
Classroom Rules:
- Food - Absolutely no food or drink allowed! Bottled water is ok.
- School Equipment- IF IT’S NOT YOURS DON’T TOUCH IT! This will relieve you of any responsibility should anything disappear or become broken.
- Outside Materials - Do not bring: outside homework, books, or anything else not pertaining to MARtech class. Materials which do not belong are only a distraction to you and those around you.
- Punctuality- Three tardies = 1 after school detention. It is not my responsibility to inform you that you have been marked tardy. If you are late, consider yourself marked tardy!
- Raise your hand - This is just like any other class, you must raise your hand if you have a question, comment or concern.
- Sickness - If you’re sick PLEASE do not come to my class and spread your germs! If you come to school, you are still expected to participate.
- Missed Work In Other Classes - Please do not ask if you can make up missed work from other classes during class.
Grading:
30% Projects/Presentations
20% Daily Participation
10% Classwork
10% Homework
10% Midterm
20% Final
We’re looking forward a great school year for the MARtech classes! Go Nighthawks!
Teacher Contact info:
Mark Hodge
Damon Knepper
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Your first assignment is to turn in your signed syllabus form
No Later Than Friday 8-12-16
I have read & agree to the rules & policies set forth in the music syllabus
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