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Community Engagement
Community Engagement
Purpose: The White Stripe focuses on community engagement as reflected in Tau Beta Sigma's Mission Statement. Our community extends from our band programs and campuses to the broader communities we serve. Two programs specifically designed to strengthen community engagement are Crescendo & Coda.
Chapters must complete one of the two program options below to earn the White Stripe.
Chapters must complete one of the two program options below to earn the White Stripe.
TO RECEIVE THIS STRIPE COMPLETE EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING:
TO RECEIVE THIS STRIPE COMPLETE EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING:
Host a Crescendo event.
Examples of Crescendo events: Storytime with instruments, instrument petting zoo, beginner-friendly auxiliary clinic, host/facilitate an event for high school band day, craft instruments, Section/Small Band Showcase and share experience of how band provides value to you
2/3rds of your Active Chapter Membership must participate
OR
Host a Coda event.
Examples of Coda events: Music Bingo, storytime with instruments, instrument petting zoo, craft instruments, host a mini concert, Section/small band showcase and share experience of how band provides value to you
2/3rds of your Active Chapter Membership must participate
Important Notes:
Before hosting an event, Chapters must obtain all required permissions the participating school, organization, or facility, including photography
If your Band or University is hosting or facilitating this event, it does NOT count as a Coda or Crescendo project
In the event that you are not given permission to take pictures but can still host the event, reach out to the National Vice President for Special Projects for submission instructions
White Stripe Submission - Due Date June 1st, 2027
Example Projects
Example Projects
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