William Blount High School Band

2009 WILLIAM BLOUNT SYMPHONIC BAND

The 2009 William Blount High School Symphonic Band will begin the first day of the second semester of the 2008-2009 school year.  The Symphonic Band is made up of all 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students enrolled in the William Blount High School Band program.  This is going to be the premier performing ensemble at William Blount High School.  There are several expectations that will be followed in order to be a part of this ensemble.

1. Every student will be expected to participate on an advanced level every day. Students who are sick will be expected to check out of school. If you are in class, you are expected to participate.

2. Every student will be expected to have their instrument in excellent playing condition every day. This includes all music, reeds, mouthpieces, oils, mutes, etc.

3. Every student will be evaluated on his/her performance of the selected music and skills. Additionally, attendance at after school rehearsals and deportment during ALL rehearsals have a significant impact on student’s grade in this class! Director will work individually with students who play sports, etc.

4. Every student will be held accountable for his/her performance of the selected music and skills.

5. Any Student not performing up to the expected standards may be removed from the performing ensemble at the discretion of the conductor.

6. Professional student behavior will be expected during all rehearsals, performances, and any time you are representing the William Blount High School Band program. Failure to do so will result in immediate dismissal from the band program.

ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO MEET THESE STANDARDS IN ORDER TO BE A PART OF THE WILLIAM BLOUNT SYMPHONIC BAND PROGRAM.

THE WILLIAM BLOUNT HIGH SCHOOL BAND

The William Blount High School Band program is going to strive to be among the most highly respected music organizations in state of Tennessee.  Every portion of our band program is important and requires a great deal of discipline and commitment.  The following are the guidelines for each of these disciplines.

Philosophy
1. Every student will learn to enjoy the beauty of music.
2. Every student will be able to produce a characteristic sound on his or her instrument by the end of the first semester of study with this program.
3. Every student will have a full understanding of his/her embouchure and demonstrate good breathing techniques.
4. The directors will introduce, motivate, and train the information base, schedule events, and lead discussions over the course of the semester.
5. The directors will guide the musical direction of these disciplines to ensure that all students are performing music at a high level.

Evaluations
1. Students will be evaluated on a daily basis through specific assignments.
2. Students will be responsible for all basic fundamental skills of their particular discipline within the program, as well as the pursuit of college and professional level skills.
3. Video and Audio recordings of individuals will also be a method of evaluation.
4. Directors and other contracted persons will pull students out to help when they are experiencing difficulties.
5. Participation in regional and state band events will be encouraged.
6. Private instruction will be strongly encouraged.

Expectations
1. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that will bring credit to themselves, their family, community, and school.
2. Students are expected to attend class every day with the expectation of learning the art of performing music at an extremely high level.
3. Students are expected to have all of the necessary supplies for daily class instruction.
4. Students are expected to be physically and mentally prepared for class each day.
5. Students and parents are expected to attend all performances of these ensembles.
6. Students are expected to enjoy making beautiful music through the following lifelong guidelines: Trustworthiness, Truthfulness, No Put-Downs, Active Listening, and Personal Best

2009 WILLIAM BLOUNT CONCERT BAND

The 2009 William Blount High School Concert Band will begin the first day of the second semester of the 2008-2009 school year. The Concert Band is made up of all students enrolled in the William Blount High School Band program. There are several expectations that will be followed in order to be a part of this ensemble.

1. Every student will be expected to participate on an advanced level every day. Students who are sick will be expected to check out of school. If you are in class, you are expected to participate.

2. Every student will be expected to have their instrument in excellent playing condition every day. This includes all music, reeds, mouthpieces, oils, mutes, etc.

3. Every student will be evaluated on his/her performance of the selected music and skills. Additionally, attendance at after school rehearsals and deportment during ALL rehearsals have a significant impact on student’s grade in this class! Director will work individually with students who play sports, etc.

4. Every student will be held accountable for his/her performance of the selected music and skills.

5. Any Student not performing up to the expected standards may be removed from the performing ensemble at the discretion of the conductor.

6. Professional student behavior will be expected during all rehearsals, performances, and any time you are representing the William Blount High School Band program. Failure to do so will result in immediate dismissal from the band program.

ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO MEET THESE STANDARDS IN ORDER TO BE A PART OF THE WILLIAM BLOUNT CONCERT BAND PROGRAM.