Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 11 (Grade 6 Band): Instrumental Improvisation Grade 6 band unit introducing improvisation using limited pitch sets, steady rhythms, and expressive goals to build confidence and creativity.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 10 (Grade 6 Band): Scale & Key Awareness Grade 6 band unit building scale fluency by performing scales with correct fingerings, key signatures, steady tempo, and improved intonation.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 9 (Grade 6 Band): First Ensemble Performance Prepare Grade 6 band students for their first performance by building accuracy, ensemble listening, focused rehearsal habits, and professional stage etiquette.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 8 (Grade 6 Band): Rehearsal Strategies Grade 6 band unit using slow practice, chunking, looping, and feedback to improve accuracy, timing, and expressive ensemble performance.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 7 (Grade 6 Band): Articulation & Style Basics Grade 6 band unit applying articulation and dynamic changes to match musical style, tone color, and character through listening, rehearsal, and performance.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 6 (Grade 6 Band): Ensemble Blend & Balance Improve ensemble blend and balance in Grade 6 band by learning to listen, adjust volume and tone, and use rehearsal strategies for unified performance.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 5 (Grade 6 Band): Rhythm Accuracy & Counting Improve rhythmic accuracy in Grade 6 band by using counting systems and subdivision to read, perform, and analyze rhythms with steady tempo.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 4 (Grade 6 Band): Reading Music Review Build music reading skills in Grade 6 band by mastering notes, rhythms, dynamics, and steady tempo through guided sight-reading practice.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 3 (Grade 6 Band): Tone Production Basics Develop characteristic tone in Grade 6 band through focused airflow, embouchure, and mallet control while exploring tone color and musical character.
Paid-members only Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 2 (Grade 6 Band): Instrument Setup & Posture Build healthy band technique in Grade 6 by reinforcing posture, hand position, embouchure, and breathing to support consistent tone and confident playing.
Grade 6 Band Units Unit Plan 1 (Grade 6 Band): Band Routines & Expectations Establish strong rehearsal routines, focus, and collaboration in 6th grade band so students build responsibility, teamwork, and ensemble success.