This course is designed to give the student a love and understanding of all types of music by learning to perform the best of the available band literature.

1. Be on time to every class and rehearsal
2. Raise your hand to be recognized.
3. Gum, candy, food or drinks are not allowed in the bandroom.
4. Students must have their instrument, music folder, reeds and valve oil, etc. for every class.
5. Have daily personal planner at your stand each day.

1. Students are responsible for the music and instruments that are checked out to them. They will be responsible for replacing lost music.
2. All forms and permission forms need to be turned in on time.
3. Students should help keep the bandroom clean at all times.
4. All percussion players must have their own snare drum and stick bag. The bag needs to contain snare sticks, timpani sticks, yarn mallets and bell mallets. The band will not provide these items.

The grades will be calculated as follow:

Students will be given points based on preparation for class. Bringing their instrument, music and pencil will figure into the overall grade.

Students will be given weekly playing and written test.

The practice record is due either Mon. or Tues. of each week. To receive an "A" on the practice record for the week, they will have to practice 5 days a week, 30 minutes a day. Students may also submit their practice record over the internet.

Demerits are given for offenses which are in nature of nuisance rather than serious problems. Demerits are not given for offenses of a more serious nature which demand the immediate attention of the band director and/ or the school administration. Disrespect or disobedience will call for immediate disciplinary actions. Each student will begin at 0 demerits at the beginning of each 9 weeks. The following are the consequences for receiving demerits:

1^st - Warning/ Student Conference                                 4^{th -} 30 min. Teacher detention

2^{nd -} 15 min. Teacher detention                                         5^{th -} Office Referral

3^rd - Parents Contact                                                            6^th - Office Referral

Students who demonstrate the correct classroom behavior, participate in class, and show a good positive attitude will be rewarded with extra time on their practice record, extra points, demerits being erased, etc.

Performances:

All performances count as a test grade. All 8^th Grade Concert Band members are required to attend performances.

Football Band (7^th and 8^th Grade)

The members of the 8^th Grade Concert Band have the option of joining football band. The football band will perform at the home football games and pep rallies. To be a member of the football band the student must complete the following requirements: 1) play the audition for Symphonic or Concert Band and 2) Attend the scheduled rehearsals and games. Any 8^th Grade Concert Band member who has attended the rehearsals and performances for football band and 8^th Grade Concert Band and have shown a superior behavior and attitude will be eligible to go on any scheduled spring band trip.

1. The 8^th Grade Concert Band will rehearse occasionally afterschool. Leave Wednesday open for that rehearsal day.
2. To be in 8^th Grade Concert Band students must attend rehearsal. Students can be removed from the performing band for not attend rehearsals and performances.
3. If a student needs to be absent from a rehearsal, then a note signed by the parent explaining the reason must be given to the director before the absence or the absence is considered unexcused.
4. Please try to schedule all doctor’s and dentist appointments on days other than rehearsal days.

1. The band room has shelves that can be used to store instruments during the day. Since shelves do not have locking doors, it is a good idea to put some type of locking device on the case. This will help in providing maximum security.
2. All instrument cases and books must be clearly identified with the student’s name at all times. The completion of this will be used in the grading process.

Each student will need a 1/2inch clear vue notebook, 10 sheet protectors, and a highlighter. THE GOOD NEWS-the band is buying all these supplies at a greatly reduced rate. The whole package of supplies are only $3.00 and you don’t have to go out and buy them yourselves. We will collect the money the first week of school.

A band handbook will be sent home later that goes into greater detail about all aspects of the band program.

Books needed for class:

8^th Grade Concert Band: 1. 150 Original Exercises and 2. Foundations for Superior Performance

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Please return this portion to the band director. Due Friday, Aug. 17, 2001

I have read the 8^th Grade Concert Band syllabus and realize what is expected for the 2001-2002 school year. I also realize that being a member of the 8^th Grade Concert Band that I am expected to come to rehearsals and performances.

______As a member of the 8^th Grade Concert Band, I would like to join the football band. I understand from the letter above the requirements to be in that band.

Students Signature________________________________________Student E-mail___________________

Parents Signature_________________________________________Parent E-mail____________________

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