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Winter Indoor Percussion Line
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Caption Head: John Antonelli | For more information, contact: percussion@adhsband.com |
Six orientation/
I. Qualifications
A. The Winter Percussion Line is open to all current seniors, juniors, sophomores and freshmen.
B. A positive attitude must be demonstrated at all times as reflected in the quality of the work and the relationships with other members of the unit. Students must be trusted to work independently and be able to work together in small and large groupings. Students must also be willing to spend the extra time required to set-up and store-away equipment used in rehearsals/performa
C. Minimal musical competency includes the comprehension and performance of basic rhythms (subdivision to the sixteenth note and syncopation) in 2/4, ¾, 4/4, 6/8 and cut time meter. All students must be able to read rhythmic notation; mallet performers must be able to read pitch notation.
II. Attendance
It is important to realize that because the group is so interdependent (that is, everyone depends on everyone to be there), any absence or tardy hinders the progress of the group. All percussionists are expected to be at every rehearsal and performance. The attached schedule of rehearsals and performances is tentative, but fairly accurate; the entire schedule will be discussed in detail during the orientation/Once the schedule is officially agreed upon and confirmed, conflicts with any of the dates must be presented in writing to both the instructors and the parent advisors. Email addresses and phone numbers will be distributed at the orientation rehearsals. The instructor reserves the right to prohibit a student from performance due to excessive or unexcused absence.
III. Performance Expectations
Members will be expected to know the music and choreography before being permitted to perform. This policy will be enforced in the interest of the individual student as well as the entire unit. A member who does not demonstrate satisfactory proficiency in performing part of the show may be asked to perform less work.
IV. Orientation Sessions
The orientation sessions will consist of sight reading and exercises related to specific instruments. Students who have no previous percussion experience, but who can read music, should not be discouraged from participating. We are especially interested in piano players for mallet instruments.
Instrument assignments will be determined by the quality and skill of those participating and the needs of the line.
V. Fair Share Expense
There is a “fair share obligation” for participating in the Winter Percussion Line because the program is not funded by the county. In order to cover the cost of the instructors, music, choreography, competition entry fees, and select equipment, each member will be assessed $350. Symphonic Band students attending the National Concert Band Festival will be assessed $150. Members will also be expected to pay for an inexpensive uniform (not to exceed $50). Travel to competitions will be the responsibility of each student; however, details will be coordinated with the parent advisors. Carpools will be arranged to offset expenses. There may also be a food/lodging expense for the AIA Championships in Virginia Beach.
The $350 obligation may be paid in full at the beginning of the season (12/10), or may be divided up in the following manner: $50 on 12/10; $100 on 1/8; $100 on 2/5; and $100 on 3/12. Financial assistance is available through the booster organization for students who demonstrate need; however, assistance is often contingent on willingness to participate in fundraising activities and past record of service. No student should be discouraged to join due to the financial obligation; we will assist every family willing to contribute their “fair share.”
VI. Commitment
Upon deciding to participate in the Winter Percussion Line, each student—new and returning-- must complete the attached form and submit it to the parent advisor with at least a $50 deposit by Thursday, Dec. 10th (checks made payable to the Athens Drive Band Boosters). Students/families with a credit in their band account can have this deposit deducted by indicating so on the form. The $50 will be used toward the overall Winter Percussion Line assessment.
If you have any questions regarding the contents of this letter or our band program, please do not hesitate to contact me (email is easiest). We look forward to seeing you on December 1st.
Intent Form
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ADHS 2009-10 WINTER PERCUSSION INTENT FORM
(please print clearly)
Student’s name ____________
Student’s Address ____________
City ____________
Home phone ____________
Email (where you would like correspondence) ____________
Parent(s) Names ____________
This is to verify that my child(ren) is intending to be a member of the 2009-10 Winter Percussion Line. I have read and understand the information regarding scheduling and financial commitment and agree to be a cooperative participant.
Signed (parent) ____________
____ $50 Deposit (non-refundable) enclosed/attached.
____ Please deduct the $50 from my band account (must have credit).
THIS FORM MUST BE RETURNED BY THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10th IN ORDER TO BE GUARANTEED A POSITION IN THE 2009-10 WINTER PERCUSSION LINE.