Symphonic Band


To Do:

Charms Enrollment Form

Private Lesson Form





Symphonic Band Norms 2023-2024


EXPECTATIONS


You will remain quiet & focused in class. Our class is one that is based upon your ability to hear instructions and follow them, so your silence and attention is essential.



You will be prepared to learn. An instrument that is not ready to play is worthless; make sure that you have everything you need in order to make beautiful music!



You will be respectful of the Band hall and each other. Bullying of any type will NOT be tolerated.



You will be an enthusiastic music student….making music is fun, and if you are not having fun then you are not doing it right! Practice hard, until you get it right; the better you play the more fun you will have!



Communicate with Mr. Owen! (jeff_owen@roundrockisd.org) in a timely manner regarding scheduling conflicts and absences. If you will not be able to be at a required event, performance or rehearsal you must communicate with Mr. Owen directly and prior to the required event. Students should communicate for themselves! Parent communication may be requested from Mr. Owen.



Be on time – Students are required to be in class before the tardy bell. Tardies are accounted for in the attendance system and will be dealt with by your grade level principal.



Be involved – this is YOUR BAND!



Improve – Fundamentals of your instrument through private lessons and practice



Audition – for All-District Band and All-Region Band. 


Perform a Solo at the RRISD Solo & Ensemble Contest. 


Participate in a Festival Performance & hopefully go on the full trip! Go to Six Flags Fiesta Texas and ride some roller coasters with me!







CLASSROOM PROCEDURES


Come prepared to class: instrument, organized band binder, supplies, and POSITIVE attitude

Be in your seat with your instrument assembled and daily assignment ready within 2 minutes after the tardy bell.



As per the CeVMS School Policy, CELL PHONES should be turned off and put away during class. Ask permission before you get it out for any reason.



Look at the board and be mentally set up for rehearsal.



Have metronome-tuner & contact microphone connected and ready to begin rehearsal on time.



Have a PENCIL on your music stand and use it during rehearsal



During class write down changes, circle important sections, and note areas for home practice.



Participate throughout the entire class period; all instruction relates to everyone.



Take your instrument home every night to practice!



Band class is meant to be a place where we put together the parts we learned at home.



PERCUSSION: instruments set up and ready to play and put all instruments away at the end of rehearsal.







PRIVATE LESSONS





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