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Goal

To improve music literacy among 100–200 band and choir students by providing differentiated instructional materials and structured sight-reading practice that strengthen students’ ability to recognize musical notation, decode rhythmic patterns, understand music vocabulary, and independently interpret unfamiliar musical passages. By the end of the project, at least 80% of participating students will demonstrate measurable growth in music literacy skills, as documented through pre- and post-assessments. 

 

Category

Books - BEST Books, Approved Books 

 

What will be done with my students

The Reading Between the Notes project will provide students in band and choir with structured, consistent music literacy instruction using Tradition of Excellence for band and Sing at First Sight for choir. These method books will serve as instructional resources to help students develop foundational music-reading skills and become more independent musicians.
Grant funds will be used to purchase copies of Tradition of Excellence and Sing at First Sight for classroom use. These resources will provide students with consistent, sequential instruction and opportunities to practice music literacy skills at appropriate levels. The books will be incorporated into regular lessons and rehearsals, allowing students to apply their reading skills to unfamiliar musical passages and current repertoire. The materials will remain available for continued instructional use in future school years.
Project Timeline:

November–December 2026: Establish baseline music literacy skills through notation, rhythm, and sight-reading assessments. Introduce the method books and begin targeted instruction.

January–February 2027: Implement consistent music-reading activities during band and choir classes, using guided and independent practice to reinforce foundational skills.

March 2027: Continue progressive sight-reading instruction, monitor student growth, and provide additional support based on assessment results.

April–May 2027: Administer follow-up assessments, compare results with baseline data, and evaluate the effectiveness of the instructional resources. 

 

Benefits to my Students

This project will help students in band and choir develop stronger music literacy skills, including reading notation, recognizing rhythms, and independently interpreting unfamiliar music. Through consistent, structured practice, students will build confidence, improve musical accuracy, and become more independent learners. These resources will provide lasting benefits by supporting student growth throughout the 2026–27 school year and beyond. 

 

Budget Narrative

Grant funds will be used to purchase Tradition of Excellence method books for band and Sing at First Sight for choir. These resources will provide students with structured, sequential instruction and consistent opportunities to practice music notation, rhythmic reading, and sight-reading skills. By incorporating these materials into regular classroom instruction, students will strengthen their music literacy, build confidence, and become more independent musicians while supporting measurable student growth throughout the 2026–27 school year. 

 

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