Mark Roddy
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Music- University of North Carolina Pembroke Master of Music Education-University of Florida
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Mark Roddy has taught, consulted, and written for many award winning high school programs throughout the southeastern U.S. His groups have medaled at the AtlanticIndoor Association Championships over ten times, and in enjoyed numerous undefeated seasons in the fall marching season. He was on the instructional staff for the University of North Carolina at Pembroke "Spirit of the Carolina's" Drumline as an undergraduate student and formerly served as percussion caption head for Platinum Drum and Bugle Corps from Raleigh N.C.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Music- University of North Carolina Pembroke Master of Music Education-University of Florida
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Mark Roddy has taught, consulted, and written for many award winning high school programs throughout the southeastern U.S. His groups have medaled at the AtlanticIndoor Association Championships over ten times, and in enjoyed numerous undefeated seasons in the fall marching season. He was on the instructional staff for the University of North Carolina at Pembroke "Spirit of the Carolina's" Drumline as an undergraduate student and formerly served as percussion caption head for Platinum Drum and Bugle Corps from Raleigh N.C.
EDUCATION:
BME Coastal Carolina University
MAT Coastal Carolina University
EXPERIENCE
Ben Anderson's performance experiences include performances with the Spirit of the Chanticleer Marching Band, The Lexington Community Band, The North Myrtle Beach Community Band, and Festive Brass of Myrtle Beach. The latter allowing him travel both across the country and overseas to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor and the 80th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy France. Ben is a member of SCMEA, NAFME, SCBDA, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and Sigma Phi Epsilon.
Ben is the former director of bands and ensembles at Palmetto Middle in Mullins, SC, and director of world percussion at Carolina Forest Elementary. He currently serves as Assistant Director of Instrumental Music at Carolina Forest High School in Myrtle Beach S.C.
A native of Myrtle Beach, Ben Andersen has been a part of the staff at Carolina Forest since 2018. During his time there, the ensembles he’s worked with have enjoyed tremendous success including several undefeated marching seasons and their highest placement at a BOA regional. He has also done well at the indoor level including multiple WGI finals appearances, medaling at AIA championships and the 2022 SCBDA WSA Gold Medal.
BME Coastal Carolina University
MAT Coastal Carolina University
EXPERIENCE
Ben Anderson's performance experiences include performances with the Spirit of the Chanticleer Marching Band, The Lexington Community Band, The North Myrtle Beach Community Band, and Festive Brass of Myrtle Beach. The latter allowing him travel both across the country and overseas to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor and the 80th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy France. Ben is a member of SCMEA, NAFME, SCBDA, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and Sigma Phi Epsilon.
Ben is the former director of bands and ensembles at Palmetto Middle in Mullins, SC, and director of world percussion at Carolina Forest Elementary. He currently serves as Assistant Director of Instrumental Music at Carolina Forest High School in Myrtle Beach S.C.
A native of Myrtle Beach, Ben Andersen has been a part of the staff at Carolina Forest since 2018. During his time there, the ensembles he’s worked with have enjoyed tremendous success including several undefeated marching seasons and their highest placement at a BOA regional. He has also done well at the indoor level including multiple WGI finals appearances, medaling at AIA championships and the 2022 SCBDA WSA Gold Medal.
At CFHS, marching band is considered an extracurricular activity. Information regarding becoming a member of the CFHS Marching Panthers can be obtained from Mr. Mark Roddy, Band Director- [email protected]
Beginning Band
Credit: 2 Credits (1 credit fall/ 1 credit spring)
This course is for students who have not been enrolled in the regular sequence of the District Band Curriculum. It is designed to assist students in developing skills and talents to perform and participate in high school ensembles. Instruction will be based on the District Middle School Band Curriculum Guide. Limited ensemble participation which includes performances and rehearsals outside of regularly scheduled school hours may be required. Scope includes tone quality and intonation, rhythm and meter, keys, scales, rudiments, notation, mechanics of the instrument, individual and group performance, sight-reading and ear training, form and analysis, music history, humanistic skills, and aesthetic valuing.
Concert Band
Prerequisite: Middle School Band
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
Band I is for somewhat advanced students who have demonstrated technical skills. Master musicianship, technique, and performance-related music theory skills will be emphasized. Students will perform music commensurate with grade level IV-VI (on a music grading scale of I-VI). Students will also be eligible to participate in those activities within the band program that are considered co-curricular. Some activities will occur outside of the regular class period. Band II is for advanced students who have demonstrated advanced technical skills. Master musicianship, technique, and performance-related music theory skills will be emphasized. Students will perform music commensurate with grade level IV-VI (on a music grading scale of I-VI). Students will also be eligible to participate in those activities within the band program that are considered co-curricular. Some activities will occur outside of the regular class period. (2 semester course)
Symphonic Band
Prerequisite: Middle School Band or teacher approval
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
Symphonic Band is for advanced students who have demonstrated technical skills. Master musicianship, technique, and performance-related music theory skills will be emphasized. Students will perform music commensurate with grade level IV-V (on a music grading scale of I-VI). Students will also be eligible to participate in those activities within the band program that are considered co-curricular. Some activities will occur outside of the regular class period. (2 semester course)
Percussion
Prerequisite: Middle School Band or teacher approval
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
In this band class, students will study and perform a variety of percussion literature and techniques. Techniques of study will include; Orchestral Percussion, Marching Percussion, Timpani, and Drum-Set. Extra rehearsals may also be scheduled as needed. Students will participate in the Solo and Ensemble Festival as well as audition for the Region and All-State Bands as part of the class grade. Select students will also be assigned to perform with the Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Marching Band and various Chamber Ensembles as needed. (2 semester course)
Instrumental Music: Wind Ensemble
Prerequisite: Audition or teacher approval
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
Wind Ensemble I include the analysis and study of history, appropriate musical vocabulary and symbols, and an appreciation of and an understanding of music in relation to styles of music, music periods, composers, and various cultures. Students will exhibit an understanding of and advanced proficiency in performance, conducting, listening, appreciation, history analyzing, and research culminating in written reports, composing, and use of current technology. Students will perform music in concert, competitions, and festivals at an IV-V level of difficulty. Wind Ensemble II consists of only the most advanced wind and percussion players. The Wind Ensemble will study literature grades IV-Masterworks. This ensemble will perform 6-10 times during the semester; performances will include SCBDA Concert Festival, Regional and National level Concert Festivals. Students are required to participate in the Solo and Ensemble Festival and to audition for the Region and all-State Bands as part of the class grade. After-school rehearsals will be required. (2 semester course)
Winter Guard
Beginning Band
Credit: 2 Credits (1 credit fall/ 1 credit spring)
This course is for students who have not been enrolled in the regular sequence of the District Band Curriculum. It is designed to assist students in developing skills and talents to perform and participate in high school ensembles. Instruction will be based on the District Middle School Band Curriculum Guide. Limited ensemble participation which includes performances and rehearsals outside of regularly scheduled school hours may be required. Scope includes tone quality and intonation, rhythm and meter, keys, scales, rudiments, notation, mechanics of the instrument, individual and group performance, sight-reading and ear training, form and analysis, music history, humanistic skills, and aesthetic valuing.
Concert Band
Prerequisite: Middle School Band
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
Band I is for somewhat advanced students who have demonstrated technical skills. Master musicianship, technique, and performance-related music theory skills will be emphasized. Students will perform music commensurate with grade level IV-VI (on a music grading scale of I-VI). Students will also be eligible to participate in those activities within the band program that are considered co-curricular. Some activities will occur outside of the regular class period. Band II is for advanced students who have demonstrated advanced technical skills. Master musicianship, technique, and performance-related music theory skills will be emphasized. Students will perform music commensurate with grade level IV-VI (on a music grading scale of I-VI). Students will also be eligible to participate in those activities within the band program that are considered co-curricular. Some activities will occur outside of the regular class period. (2 semester course)
Symphonic Band
Prerequisite: Middle School Band or teacher approval
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
Symphonic Band is for advanced students who have demonstrated technical skills. Master musicianship, technique, and performance-related music theory skills will be emphasized. Students will perform music commensurate with grade level IV-V (on a music grading scale of I-VI). Students will also be eligible to participate in those activities within the band program that are considered co-curricular. Some activities will occur outside of the regular class period. (2 semester course)
Percussion
Prerequisite: Middle School Band or teacher approval
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
In this band class, students will study and perform a variety of percussion literature and techniques. Techniques of study will include; Orchestral Percussion, Marching Percussion, Timpani, and Drum-Set. Extra rehearsals may also be scheduled as needed. Students will participate in the Solo and Ensemble Festival as well as audition for the Region and All-State Bands as part of the class grade. Select students will also be assigned to perform with the Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Marching Band and various Chamber Ensembles as needed. (2 semester course)
Instrumental Music: Wind Ensemble
Prerequisite: Audition or teacher approval
Credit: 2 credits (1 credit fall/1 credit spring)
Wind Ensemble I include the analysis and study of history, appropriate musical vocabulary and symbols, and an appreciation of and an understanding of music in relation to styles of music, music periods, composers, and various cultures. Students will exhibit an understanding of and advanced proficiency in performance, conducting, listening, appreciation, history analyzing, and research culminating in written reports, composing, and use of current technology. Students will perform music in concert, competitions, and festivals at an IV-V level of difficulty. Wind Ensemble II consists of only the most advanced wind and percussion players. The Wind Ensemble will study literature grades IV-Masterworks. This ensemble will perform 6-10 times during the semester; performances will include SCBDA Concert Festival, Regional and National level Concert Festivals. Students are required to participate in the Solo and Ensemble Festival and to audition for the Region and all-State Bands as part of the class grade. After-school rehearsals will be required. (2 semester course)
Winter Guard
