Need some extra credit?  Forgot your practice record too often?  Just want to get some ideas for fun projects?  Try one of these.

Go to a concert - bring the program to Mr. Stenzel with your name on it Play in another group - let Mr. Stenzel know about your concerts/performances Take Private Lessons - make sure you tell Mr. Stenzel who your teacher is and how often you have a lesson Listen to a Recording ­ - of band music or of a professional playing your instrument.  Then write two or more pages about which pieces you liked/didn't like. Create an Instrument - it must be playable and must show the effort you have put into its design and creation. Write a paper - on a composer.  Background, famous pieces, why famous and why you choose him are all things that can be included. Do a computer based project - create a web page on the history of your instrument or on some aspect of music.  Perhaps create a Powerpoint presentation. Research the history of your instrument - then write down the important facts you found - two or more pages. Write your own music - see Mr. Stenzel for some guidelines about length, etc. Be Creative - come up with your own idea for extra credit and get approval from Mr. Stenzel.