Paducah Tilghman Band of Blue

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1 Paducah Tilghman Band of Blue Percussion & Color Guard Camp: July from 8-4:30 Freshman Camp: July 18-20, 8-12 Full Band Camp: July and July 30-Aug 3 from 8:00am-4:30pm What You Need to Know About Band Camp 1. Be on time! Camp begins at 8:00am and ends at 4:30pm Monday-Friday 2. Lunch is from 12:00-1:00pm every day. Do not leave for lunch if you do not have your parent s permission. 3. Feel free to bring a sack lunch each day. Put your name on it. 4. Empty drink cans belong in the trash, not on the floor or on the ground. 5. Absolutely NO gum in the band room at anytime or at any rehearsal. 6. During band camp, you may eat lunch and drink in the band room provided you do not leave food or cans sitting around. During school there will be NO food or drinks in the band room at anytime without the permission of Mr. Saddler. 7. Use restrooms on this end of the building. Do not go into the main part of the school without Mr. Saddler s permission 8. All students are subject to the school code of conduct. 9. Wear proper clothing shorts, etc. No bathing suits. No exposed athletic bras. No short shorts, etc. 10. Wear good comfortable, sturdy tennis/jogging shoes WITH LACES. No sandals, bare feet, etc. Wear socks. 11. Wear a hat. 12. Be careful of the sun. Always use well protective sunscreen even when the sun is not out. You can t give 100% if you are sunburned. 13. On occasion, we use our blacktop practice field, which could increase the chance of sunburned legs, etc. Take necessary precautions. 14. Bring a towel with your name or initials on it. It might come in handy. 15. Parents are here to help you. If you get sick let someone know. 16. Gatorade or water will be served during your breaks. Cups belong in the trash. Do not throw water or ice. 17. Be courteous to all staff and parents. They are here to help you. 18. Conduct yourselves as ladies and gentlemen at all times. 19. If you have to miss a practice due to illness or death in the family during camp or any time during the year, you must let Mr. Saddler know before rehearsal. 20. Please schedule doctor and dental appointments sometime other than during rehearsal times. 21. You must have a pencil, reeds, oil, and any other equipment needed for your instrument. You must memorize your music! 22. Be sure your name is on all your equipment. These will be checked periodically. 23. Be a T.E.A.M. player because Together Everyone Achieves More.

2 General Policies 1. Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled rehearsals. This gives you plenty of time to assemble your instrument and report to your rehearsal location. Percussionists should arrive at least 20 m minutes before each rehearsal to ensure that all equipment is properly set up before each rehearsal. 2. All band members must have their own music and pencil at every music rehearsal. 3. All brass players must have their own supply of valve oil and tuning slide grease. 4. All woodwind players must have their own supply of cork grease and performance caliber reeds. A minimum of three working reeds is required at all rehearsals. 5. All instruments and equipment should be returned to their proper storage location after each rehearsal. Personal and school instruments must be stored in their case. Sousaphones can be stored on the rack, in the instrument storage room. 6. FOOD AND DRINKS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE BAND ROOM. ABSOLUTELY NO GUM OR CANDY AT ANYTIME! Mr. Saddle may make exceptions. 7. Students are responsible for keeping their instrument in excellent performance condition. Be pro-active. Regular maintenance and personal inspections will prevent excessive repair bills. Attendance By virtue of membership in the Band of Blue, you have placed upon yourself an obligation not only to yourself, but also to the entire organization. It is our desire to achieve the finest possible results; therefore attendance at all rehearsals and performances by every band member is mandatory. However, it would be unrealistic to assume that absences due to illness, death in the family and other valid reasons would not occur. Excused absences from a rehearsal or performance: 1. Your illness, verified in writing by your parents. After 3 days, a doctor s note is required 2. Death in the family. 3. Excused school absences verified by the dean s office. 4. Pre-arranged absence due to an official school event. 5. Other circumstances approved by Mr. Saddler. 6. In all cases, a note from your parents in advance of your absence, except in cases of a sudden onset of illness, is required.

3 Performance Events Concert Band The major performance group where students develop greater technical proficiency and perform a variety of music literatures. The concert band performs several concerts each year and participates in local concert festivals. All performances are mandatory unless otherwise stated by Mr. Saddler. Jazz Band A fun performance group that performs a variety of pop music at selected home basketball games, post-season tournaments and other concert opportunities (voluntary). However, once you commit, participation becomes mandatory. Marching Band This group focuses on public performance at football games, parades and contest. Members are challenged to increase their self discipline and musicianship while becoming a part of the band family through hard work, dedication and commitment. Students must schedule other extra-curricular activies so as not to miss any practices or competitions. Pep Band A fun performance group that performs a variety of pop music at selected home basketball games and post-season tournaments. Students are required to play at all games listed on the schedule. All-District, All-State, and Quad-State honor bands are a great opportunity for the student, and auditions are strongly encouraged. Solo & Ensemble Festival All Students have the opportunity to enhance their musical growth by preparing a solo, ensemble or both and being assessed by a professional musician. Other events may become available for participating by all or part of the band. You must check with Mr. Saddler to confirm if these are mandatory or not. Summer uniform will be either Band Shirt and Khaki pants or Khaki shorts; or wind suits that will be provided to you. Natural hair color will be required at concert, contest or performance events. If in question, consult Mr. Saddler. No visible piercings during performances!!! (This includes but is not limited to: earrings, nose rings, lip rings, etc.)

4 UNIFORM DRESS CODE The following applies to all performances which band uniforms are to be worn: Band t-shirt is to be worn under wind wuit White socks keep a spare pair in your bag. NO ANKLE SOCKS White Band Shoes Keep clean White gloves (except as directed by the director) No make-up No jewelry showing (remember in summer uniform even necklaces, watches and rings come off!! No fingernail polish Hair pulled back and off of neck not touching collar. In summer uniform pulled back is fine. When in full uniform hair must go (and fit!) inside of hat. REMINDER: If anything needs fixing (missing button, broken zipper, ripped seam, muddy, etc.) let a uniform mom know so it can be fixed before the next performance. You, the student, however, are responsible for the proper handling and hanging of your uniform. You will be responsible for non-reparable damage due to negligence on your part or loss of uniform pieces or accessories: Jacket $100 Bib Pants $50 Hat $21 Plume $12 Hatbox $5 Uniform Bag $10 Replacement band shoes: $30 for re-order Replacement white gloves: $5 White socks = $3 you wear em, you bought em

5 Concert Dress Boys Each boy is responsible for purchasing his own Black Suit, Tux Shirt, Bow-tie, Black Socks and Black dress shoes. Girls Each girl is responsible for purchasing/making/having made her own floor-length black band dress. If the stores do not have anything suitable, remember you can have one made, or ask to see a catalog that we will have available for you to order one from. REMEMBER: The dress will be predominately a band dress. This is a group acitivity and your dress should not shout, here I am! Look at me!! The object is to blend in and not call attention to yourself. The dress must be modest and non-revealing, including the necline front and back. If there is a question about the suitability of a certain dress, leave the tags on and get it approved by Mr. Saddler. Below are the guidelines you are to follow when choosing your dress: 1. Must be BLACK Solid Black. Sheer (see through) is NOT ok; black lace overlay over another color is NOT ok. Minor sparkle is Mr. Saddler s judgment call you do not want to call attention to yourself. 2. FLOOR LENGTH Not mid-calf or tea length! 3. NO SPAGEHTTI STRAPS OR BARE SHOULDERS You may have short sleeve, long sleeve, in between or sleeveless (at least 2 inches wide). 4. NO MIDRIFF is to show. 5. SLITS no front slits. NO other slits higher than the knee. Anything higher and when you sit down your thigh will be exposed and that is inappropriate for a band concert. 6. BLACK SHOES BLACK HOSE legs show when you are seated. If everyone does not wear black hose it is very noticeable. Again this is a group activity, and we are to look as a unified whole. No one person s attire should attract the attention of the audience. If your dress does not meet these guidelines you will be asked to correct it.

6 How Can I Help? The success of the Paducah Tilghman Band of Blue depends upon the hours of volunteer help from the parents of students participating in the program. Listed below are some of the opportunities to serve and be part of your child s successful year: 1. Water/Drink Parents Serve drinks to thirsty marchers during rehearsals, parades, and competitions. 2. Phone Committee Telephone band members when needed 3. Uniform Helpers Uniform maintenance. Help is always needed before and after performances. 4. Sack/Lunch Volunteers Coordinate snacks/lunches for the kids on contest days. 5. Pit Crew Helps with equipment and set-up for marching contests and football games. Get to see all the action behind the scenes. 6. Spirit Items Workers Selling items during football and basketball games. 7. School T-Shirts Help the band make $$ 8. Parade Chaperones Walk the parade route with the band. 9. Fruit Sales Coordinate the fundraiser in Nov./Dec. 10. Yard Sale Coordinate the fundraiser in May 11. Car Wash Coordinate this fun filled fundraiser. 12. Sponsorship Signs Signs that are displayed at home games in support of local businesses. 13. Honors Banquet Coordinator Coordinate the dinner and decorate for the event. 14. Public Relations Person News stories in local papers, support on local business signs, and thank you notes. 15. Newsletter This should go out monthly in advance of our monthly booster meeting to announce upcoming events as well as accomplishments and needs that we might have. This can go out, when possible, via to save on postage. CHEERING SECTION Be a part of the Tilghman Tornado Band of Blue Experience! At any event that we compete in, the kids love to hear the roar of the crowd coming from the parents. It Calms the nerves as we are waiting to enter the field. Everyone must do his or her part in the category!!! Of course, good sportsmanship is a must in all situations. Please be polite, courteous, and friendly to everyone in the crowd.

7 Band 2834 Prerequisite: Director Permission Grades 9-12 The band is comprised of several performance ensembles: concert band, jazz band, pep band, and marching band. All and students are required to participate in marching band and band camp. Furthermore, students are encouraged to broaden their musical experience by participating In Solo & Ensemble Festival and auditioning for honor bands, such as All-District, All-State, and Quad-State. A $75.00 supply fee is required for shoes gloves, supplies, and uniform dry cleaning and maintenances throughout the year.