MS Band Handbook 2018-2019
PE Rotation for 2018-19 1 st Rotation-8/24-9/21 2 nd Rotation-9/24-10/19 3 rd Rotation-10/22-11/16 BLUE RED YELLOW GREEN ORANGE PURPLE GRAY GOLD MAROON Band 1 Band 2 Theater 1 Strings 1 Vis. Art 1 Vocal 2 Band 1 CW 1 Theater 1 Dance 1 Theater 2 Dance 2 Vocal 1 Strings 2 Vis. Art 2 CW 2 Theater 2 Band 2 CW 1 CW 2 Piano 1 Piano 2 4th Rotation-11/26-12/20 5th Rotation-1/7-2/1 6th Rotation-2/4-3/1 BLUE RED YELLOW GREEN ORANGE PURPLE GRAY GOLD MAROON Vis. Art 1 Dance 1 Vocal 2 Band 1 Band 2 Theater 1 Vis. Art 1 Vis. Art 2 Vocal 1 Dance 2 Vocal 1 Vis. Art 2 Theater 2 Strings 1 Strings 2 Vocal 2 Piano 1 Piano 2 Piano 1 Piano 2 7th Rotation-3/4-4/3 8th Rotation-4/4-4/30 9th Rotation-5/1-5/24 BLUE RED YELLOW GREEN ORANGE PURPLE GRAY GOLD MAROON Theater 1 Theater 2 Strings 1 Band 1 Band 2 Dance 1 Dance 1 Dance 2 Vocal 1 CW 2 Strings 2 CW 1 Vis. Art 1 Dance 2 Vis. Art 2 CW 1 Vocal 2 Strings 2 Piano 1 Piano 2 Strings 1 CW 2 Major classes will attend Physical Education classes four times throughout the year. Each of these rotations will be four weeks long. Dates are subject to change due to changes in the master calendar.
2018-2019 SOA MS band Calendar 2018-2019 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 A B C D E Date Day Event place Who 8/20/18 MON. first day of school! SOA ALL 8/25/18 Sat. POOL PARTY 7-9:30pm Parkshore pool students only 8/30/18 sat Band night! SOA MS band room parents 9/3/18 Mon. Labor Day / HOLIDAY ALL 9/20/18 Thurs. FIRST PERFORMANCE! / CONCERT RMMT ALL 11/6/18 Tues ELECTION DAY / NO SCHOOL ALL 11/16/18 Fri. CONVOCATION RMMT 7&8 11/19/18 MON FALL BREAK BEGINS ALL 12/6/18 Thurs. WINTER CONCERT RMMT ALL 12/7/18 Fri. HS BAND WINTER CONCERT RMMT ALL 12/21/18 Fri. HALF DAY/ WINTER BREAK BEGINS ALL 1/7/19 MON School resumes ALL 1/12/19 SAT. region auditions Summerville HS 7 & 8 1/13/19 SAT OYSTER ROAST BOWENS ALL &PARENTS 1/21/19 MON MLK DAY HOLIDAY NO SCHOOL ALL 1/26/19 SAT. ALLSTATE AUDITIONS Lexington HS selected 2/15/19 Fri. Festival Clinic SOA MS band room 7 & 8 2/16/19 SAT. Festival Clinic SOA MS band room 7 & 8 2/22/19 Fri. REGION BAND CLINIC CSU selected 2/23/19 Sat. REGION BAND CLINIC CSU selected 3/4/19 mon Pre- Festival CONCERT RMMT ALL 3/12/19 tues woodwind sectional SOA MS band room 7&8 3/13/19 WED. Brass sectional SOA MS band room 7&8 3/15/19 Fri. ALLSTATE BAND CLINIC FURMAN UNIV Selected 3/16/19 SAT. ALLSTATE BAND CLINIC FURMAN UNIV selected 3/17/19 SUN ALLSTATE BAND CLINIC FURMAN UNIV selected 3/20/19 Wed. Concert Band Assesment MYRTLE BEACH 7&8 3/21/19 Thurs. Concert Band Assesment / myrtle bch.trip MYRTLE BEACH 7&8 3/22/19 Fri. HALF DAY/ SPRING BREAK BEGINS students 4/1/19 Mon. Jazz band rehearsal SOA MS band room selected 4/3/19 WED SPRING SHOWCASE SOA ALL 4/8/19 Mon. Jazz band rehearsal SOA MS band room selected 4/15/19 Mon. Jazz band rehearsal SOA MS band room selected 4/19/19 FRI SPRING WEEKEND ALL 4/29/19 Mon. Jazz band rehearsal SOA MS band room selected 5/4/19 SAT. SOLO & ENSEMBLE GOOSECREEK HS ALL 5/6/19 Mon. Jazz band rehearsal SOA MS band room selected 5/8/19 Thurs. Spring Concert! RMMT ALL 5/13/19 Mon. MS awards banquet Cafeteria ALL 6/6/19 Thurs. LAST DAY! 8TH SUBJECT TO CHANGE
SOA MS BAND RULES OF BAND 1. ARRIVE EARLY (ON TIME IS LATE!) 2. BE PREPARED 3. RESPECT ALL OTHERS 4. RESPECT OTHERS PROPERTY 5. DO NOT LITTER 6. NO EATING OR DRINKING IN THE BANDROOM A. (EXCEPT PLAIN WATER) 7. GUM CHEWING IS PROHIBITED BEHAVIORAL CONSEQUENCES VERBAL WARNING LUNCH DETENTION YOUR PARENTS WILL BE CONTACTED REFERRED TO ASST. PRINCIPAL NOT ALLOWED TO TRAVEL WITH THE BAND
SOA Middle School Band Grading Policy 2018-2019 Item A Item B Item C Item D Item E PRACTICE LOGS TESTS SMARTMUSIC/ PLAYING TESTS CLASSROOM GRADE PERFORMANCES Practice @ Home SIGHTREADING Written/ rhythm PLAYING Submitted/ In -class On-Time, Prepared, Attitude Materials Professionalism Grade 5% 15% 20% 20% 40% The above grading policy is subject to change each nine weeks. Every student in the SOA MS Band Program is expected to give 100% everyday.
ITEM A - Practice logs Submitted every Friday ITEM B TESTS Sight-reading tests Rhythm tests Theory tests ITEM C -Playing tests Examples of these are: Tests not submitted through Smartmusic will be played in class In class tests announced in advance Pop or Surprise tests SmartMusic is a computer program for at home practice. Smart Music is the equivalent of a homework grade in academic classes. ITEM D CLASSROOM GRADE The following occurrences have a negative effect on a student s classroom grade: Tardiness This will also result in a referral to the Assistant Principal. NOT bringing an instrument = N/I NOT having a good reed = N/R NOT having your own books/music/binder = N/B NOT having a pencil = N/P Upon the third occurrence of these, the result is a grade of zero = 0 Every occurrence after the third, will also result in a grade of zero = 0 Non co-operative attitude = 0 (First time and every time) The grade will reset at the beginning of each nine-week grading period. ITEM E PROFESSIONALISM GRADE The following items are considered in the Professionalism Grade: Attendance at all rehearsals. Attendance at all performances. Proper Attire Preparation & personal musicianship. Attitude
Practice Log Name Date Assignment: Friday Day of the Week What did you practice? Minutes Practiced Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday *To ensure progress, please practice at least 120 minutes each week. Practice must take place on four separate days. Practice logs are due in class on Fridays. Parent Signature Date
Performance Preparation and Expectations Band Rehearsals and Performances Concert Band and Wind Ensemble Rehearsals will be held on campus at School of the Arts. See attached schedule! Adequate notification of changes will be given so transportation can be arranged. Band members are required to attend ALL rehearsals and to participate in a functional way at all performances. This is part of the performance grade. Missing a rehearsal or performance will result in a grade of Zero (0). Band members are expected to be prompt to all rehearsals and performances. On time is late. Early is on time. There are no excuses acceptable, short of a major catastrophe or death in the family, for missing a major performance. All concerts and any other performance events are considered major performance events. Missing a major performance event without a valid, acceptable reason will have a significant impact on the grade for that quarter in band. Band members are expected to be present for rehearsal if they are present for school. Please arrange other important appointments and activities around the rehearsal schedule. When an absence is anticipated, the director must be notified in writing in advance of the date. Every effort should be made to make medical appointments at times not in conflict with the band rehearsal schedule as the absence of one band member affects the entire group. Unexcused tardiness will result in disciplinary action. SEE THE BAND CALENDAR! Conduct Expectations 1
Personal Appearance Band members will be well groomed at all times when they appear in any uniformed band function (shirts tucked in, hair combed, good shoes, etc.). Students are to remain in full uniform until the director instructs the band otherwise. Parents, please help supervise this at concerts. Band Uniforms All band members are expected to wear the band uniform approved by the Band Booster Board. Students out of uniform WILL NOT PERFORM at concerts at school or other venues. This will result in a grade of Zero (0). Casual uniform Band shirt long pants, no SHORTS (unless outside performance) Formal uniform Boy s uniform is a full tuxedo with red bow tie and red cummerbund. Girl s uniform is the middle school band uniform black dress with red sash. All students will need all-black socks or hose and All black shoes for the formal uniform. Conduct Expectations 2
Conduct Expectations Because of the nature of the organization, band discipline must be strict! Band students and parents must believe in the ideals, principles, and rules of the organization. Each member must always be aware of good behavior and think for himself. Any misconduct casts a bad light on the school, community, and band program. Any member who casts discredit on the organization by his/her conduct or actions in band, in another class, or on a trip may face discipline within the program, including the possibility of dismissal from band field trips and any out-of-town trips. This decision will be at the director's discretion. Severe improper conduct shall be grounds for immediate disciplinary action, which may include dismissal from the School of the Arts Middle School Band Program. Examples of such behavior include, but are not limited to: committing a theft or taking any type of drug (including alcohol and tobacco) while on a band trip. BAND TRIPS ARE NOT DATING EVENTS. Public displays of affection (including holding hands) are not appropriate. Theft and vandalism are cause for immediate disciplinary action, which may include dismissal from band and possible suspension from school. Damages or loss will be the sole responsibility of the thief or vandal. This includes but is not limited to school-owned property. Students are subject to the rules of the school and Charleston County School District Policies. Students should never leave their instruments unattended at school, on the bus, at the bus stop, or any other place where they could be vandalized. Conduct Expectations 3
PERFORMANCE AND COMPETITION OPPORTUNITIES Band Competitions Concert Performance Assessment (Late March) The Wind Ensemble and possibly Concert Band (6 th & 7th grade bands) perform at this event. This is an event where bands are evaluated based on their live performance of prepared music and sightreading ability. The South Carolina Band Director s Association (http://www.bandlink.org/ ) sponsors CPA and attendance is required for all students who are members of a participating band. Transportation and fees are provided by the Band Boosters. Out-of-Town Band Competition - In the spring of each year, the band may participate in an out-of-town competition. Carowinds music festival will be attended every other year by the 6 th grade band. This is usually a one-day event consisting of time in the park and an adjudicated performance. Conduct Expectations 4
Regional Individual Opportunities There are several honor band opportunities available to students through audition. These include All-Region Band and All-State Band. The audition process is similar for both. All 7 th & 8 th grade band students are required to participate in these auditions. Failure to audition will result in a grade of zero(0). Region Band is Mandatory for 7 th & 8 th grade Band Students. Auditions are in January at Summerville High, and Clinic and Performance at CSU. The Region Band is a group of students from District 4 (region) South Carolina, selected by auditions held at Summerville High. The Band Booster organization is responsible for entry fees, but students are responsible for their own meal expenses and transportation to the audition and to the event. The event involves an all-day Friday and Saturday morning rehearsal at CSU. The event culminates in a concert on Saturday afternoon. Participation is an honor and a responsibility All-State Band (Auditions in January with the concert in March) Audition by invitation depending on standing in Region Auditions. The All-State Band is a group of students from all over South Carolina, selected by audition at Lexington High School. The event requires the student to miss one Friday of classes and stay four nights in Greenville. If selected to All- State, students are responsible for their own meals, lodging, and travel expenses. The event culminates in a concert on Sunday afternoon at Furman University that is open to the public. Participation is an honor and a responsibility. This is the highest honor band a student can reach in the State of South Carolina. Solo & Ensemble - (May) (required) The Solo & Ensemble event is a regional opportunity where students may play solos and/or ensembles for ratings and to earn medals. Solos published with a written accompaniment MUST be accompanied. The Band Booster organization is responsible for entry fees. Students are responsible for their own accompanist fees. More information will be distributed in the second semester. Conduct Expectations 5
ARTISTIC PROBATION POLICY Beginning in the seventh grade, and continuing through grade 11, a student who earns an average of 80 or less during any nine-week grading period in any of their arts major classes will be placed on artistic probation for the following grading period. Students are required to raise their average over the next grading period to an 81 or higher. Students who earn a grade of 80 or below in their major for any two grading periods in a school year will be required to re-audition before the end of the school year. In order to maintain active membership at School of the Arts, a committee of the arts faculty, including the student's major teachers, will audition probationary students to determine their status for continued enrollment at SOA.
School of the Arts Middle School Arts Supply List for 2018-2019 MS Piano Supply List Piano Fee - TBD (checks made out to SOA Piano) Stereo Headphones The plug-in cord should be at least 4 feet For ease of movement at the piano. ¼ inch adaptors 3 ring binder with sheet protectors Music that you have been using most recently. Pencils for class USB Flashdrive MS Dance Supply List Dance Fee - - $150 in lump sum paid by August 7th or $200 afterwards (Checks made out to SOA Dance Boosters) Girl s attire: Plain Black short sleeve leotard (no lace, no sheer) Pink or flesh colored convertible tights Black convertible tights Black athletic bra only Black ballet skirt (optional) Black stretch dance shorts over leotard (optional) Shoes: pink or flesh colored ballet shoes Boy s attire: White or black fitted shirt Fitted black jazz pants or black fitted athletic pants no stripes Black ballet tight (optional) Shoes: Black or skin tone ballet shoes Dance belt or compression shorts 6 th & 7 th grade dancers Black and white lined composition notebook Small dance bag or SOA dance sack for transporting dance gear 8 th grade dancers 3 ring binder with 6 section dividers and paper Small dance bag or SOA dance sack for transporting dance gear Everyone- Dance classroom supplies Band-aids 2 boxes of facial tissues Hair ties Theatre Supply List Pencils & Paper Highlight marker Black clothing for performances (Details to TBA) $150.00 Theatre Fee Checks payable to SOA Black Box Boosters MS Vocal Supply List $200.00 Vocal Fee (Checks payable to SOA Singers) 1 3 ring 1 Black View Binder 6 Section dividers for binder 2 reams of white copy paper 2-box Ticonderoga #2 pencils (24 count total) 1 roll paper towels 1 case of soda for each semester Bring the above items to vocal room on Back to School Night Concert Performance attire (specific info will be given on 1 st day of school) Men: black tuxedo ensemble Ladies: Black concert dress with black character shoes, 1/5 heel 6 th Grade only Alfred s Essentials of Music Theory Book 1 1 ream (500 sheets) of pastel paper 1 large box tissues 7 th Grade only 1 package of Expo Markers 8 th Grade only 1 ream (500 sheets) of neon brightly colored paper (single color) Creative Writing Supply List 6 th grade $25 Activity Fee (Checks payable to CCSOA Creative Writing Dept.) $50 Booster Club Fee (Checks payable to SOA Creative Writing Booster Club) Marble notebook (to use as a journal) 1 3 ring binder with dividers Loose leaf paper Pens, pencils & highlighter Flash Drive (to be kept in CW classroom) 1 containers disinfectant wipes 1 ream of white copy paper 7 th grade $25 Activity Fee (Checks payable to CCSOA Creative Writing Dept.) $50 Booster Club Fee (Checks payable to SOA Creative Writing Booster Club) Journal 1 3-Ring binder with dividers Loose leaf paper Pens, pencils & highlighter Flash Drive (to be kept in CW classroom) 1 box of tissue 1 container disinfectant wipes 8 th grade $25 Activity Fee (Checks payable to CCSOA Creative Writing Dept.) $50 Booster Club Fee (Checks payable to SOA Creative Writing Booster Club) Journal 1 3-Ring binder with dividers Loose leaf paper Pens, pencils & highlighter Flash Drive (to be kept in CW classroom) 1 ream of white copy paper 1 ream of colored printer paper (any color) MS Strings Supply List All students must have an instrument to use at home. ALL MS Strings $175.00 Strings Fee Pay to SOASO (Must be paid by September 15 th in order to audition for Region) 1 Black Binder with a view (front plastic cover) Music stand for practice at home All students will need to purchase formal concert attire in October ($65/girls, $35/boys) 6 th Grade: Most music stores will have, or order online: Alfreds Essentials of Music Theory Bk.1 Essential Elements 2000 Book 2 for your instrument 1 Box of tissues 7 th Grade: Alfreds Essentials of Music Theory Bk. 2 24 Pre-sharpened pencils 8 th grade: 1 box of tissues ALL Cello and Bass Students turn in: $100/yearly In Class Instrument Usage Fee, check to: SOA (please don t combine checks for class fee and instrument fee) 1 cake of bass rosin or cello rosin for in class use 1 Soft Cloth for wiping off instrument in class use Violin and Viola Students (keep these items in your case at ALL times) 1 extra set of strings (Dominant Brand is preferred NO super sensitive) 2 extra E strings for Violin 1 cake of dark Rosin Shoulder Rest Mandatory (prefer Kun or Wolfe Primo) Luggage Tag attached to your case with your name and phone number. String Supplies can be ordered at www.sharmusic.com MS Band Supply List All Students $200 Band Fee (Checks payable to SOAMSBB) A MUSIC STAND (HOME PRACTICE) 6 th Grade Students Approved Instrument (Students must have completed mouth piece placement test) Essential Elements 2000 Book 1 (for your instrument) Master Theory Book 1 Cleaning Kit (instrument specific) Smart Music Microphone 2 4 Pencils 1 1 Black Binder 10 Clear plastic sheet protectors Extra reeds (reed instrument only) 7 th Grade Students - All Habits of a Successful Middle School Musician book (for your instrument) Bach and Before book (for your instrument) Master Theory Book 2 & 3 Working Smart Music Microphone 4 Pencils 1 1 Black Binder 20 Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors 1 box of tissues Woodwinds 1 Box Reeds (single reed instruments only) 2 Extra Reeds (double reed instruments only) 1 Reed Case (Reed instruments only) Tuner Brass Players Valve oil Cleaning rag Straight mute (except euph. & tuba) 8 th Grade Students - All Habits of a Successful Musician - book (for your instrument) Bach and Before book (for your instrument) Master Theory Book 3 Working Smart Music Microphone 1 roll of paper towels Pencils 1 2 Black Binder Tuner 1 Box Reeds (single reed instruments only) 2 Extra Reeds (double reed instruments only) 1 Reed Case (Reed instruments only) All Percussionists need the following Stick Bag 1 pair of SD1 Concert Snare Sticks 1 pair of T1 General Timpani Mallets 1 pair of rubber mallets for Xylophone 1 pair of M2 yarn mallets for Marimba A Pitch Pipe MS Visual Arts Supply List 6 th - 8 th Grade Visual Arts This list is being revised and will be sent to you over the summer by Damond Howard, the MS Visual Art teacher. 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