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Robert K. Gidron, ED.S
Murphey Middle School
BAND/CHORUS DIRECTOR
1921 Eagles Way
Augusta, Ga 30904
(706) 737-7350 Google Classroom: Direct Contact (678) 827-9829
Gidroro@boe.richmond.k12.ga.us
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the 20245-2025 school year!!! I am Robert Gidron and I will be the Band/Chorus director for Murphey Middle School. I am also the Assistant band director at T. W Josey. This is my fourth year at Murphey, and I am excited and passionate about success this year. I am a graduate of Jackson State University, and also Purdue University. I hold a bachelor's in Music Education and a Master of Science in Education. I recently obtained a Specialist degree from Augusta State University. I teach and play multiple instruments in many different genres of music. Last school year I was honored to receive New Teacher of The Year from the fine arts department. My previous year I took the band to Large Group Performance Ensemble, this was an esteemed honor for the Band Program and the school. When I am not playing music, I enjoy vacations at the beach, reading and studying real state, and family church time on Sundays. Again, I am excited to serve as your Band/ Chorus director for Murphey Middle School this year!!!
* I also want to announce with parents' consent that eighth graders can experience marching in the Sonic Boom of the South at Josey! Eighth graders have a chance to experience the marching band. Middle school band members will play at least one Murphey football game and a basketball game this season. This includes all grades. Please feel free to email me with any questions and concerns. This year, to help conserve the environment and be paper friendly, I will upload most updates and syllabus to the Canvas platform.
EDUCATION
Jackson State University (Bachelor of Music Education)
Purdue University (Master of Science in Education)
Augusta State University (Educational Specialist)
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We will be attending Large Group Performance in the spring. Students will also have an opportunity to attend the Richmond County Honors Band and Solo Ensemble.
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CLASS MATERIALS
Woodwind players: Reeds, Essential Elements, Ligatures
Brass: Mouthpiece for instrument, Essential Elements, Slide Oil, Valve, Oil
Percussion: Drum Sticks, Strap for particular drum, Mallets, Essential Elements, Drum pads
*Instruments furnished by parents can be either rented from local vendors or bought to prevent parents and students being responsible for school instruments.