KENT STATE UNIVERSITY MARCHING GOLDEN FLASHES

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1 KENT STATE UNIVERSITY MARCHING GOLDEN FLASHES JOHN FRANKLIN, DIRECTOR THE 2014 MACHINE The Marching Golden Flashes serve a variety of roles on the campus and in the community of Kent State University. Success depends on a systematic way of doing things. We call this our system of doing things THE MACHINE. The MACHINE represents the total structure of the band including organization, procedures, activities, philosophies, teaching methods, marching and playing style, leadership structure, and policies. Success also depends on an enthusiastic, dedicated, and spirited membership eager to always keep THE MACHINE well oiled and perfectly MAINTAINED. The marks of a good mechanic are great practice habits and rehearsal etiquette, positive attitudes, mental and physical discipline, commitment, cooperation, responsibility, dependability, enthusiasm, creativity, and hard work. It is our goal to constantly MAINTAIN the MACHINE which in turn brings about a tradition and legacy of excellence.

2 FACULTY & STAFF DIRECTOR OF BANDS.. Dr. Jesse Levya DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC BANDS......Dr. John Franklin DRUMLINE INSTRUCTOR......Courtney Lambert TOUCH OF GOLD INSTRUCTOR....Beth Graal COLORGUARD INSTRUCTOR.....Lewis Shingleton GRADUATE ASSISTANTS TBA COMMUNICATIONS.....Lauren O Kane PHOTOGRAPHER Kristen Hardesty VIDEOGRAPHER...TBA MEDICAL ASSISTANT....Natalie Gittinger VOICE OF THE MGF....Dr. Charles Latshaw

3 UNDERGRADUATE STAFF (UGS) FIELD COMMANDERS Stephen Bonhag Jordan Provost PICCOLO/FLUTE Alisha Cope Section Leader Amanda Kerbis Assistant CLARINET Allison LeBorgne Section Leader Ashley Schwartz Assistant ALTO SAXOPHONE Cory McDaniel Section Leader Katie Strok Assistant TENOR SAXOPHONE Adria Trusso Section Leader TBA Assistant TRUMPET Sean Dolansky Section Leader Derek Szabo Assistant MELLOPHONE Chris Kottman Section Leader Ben Smith Assistant TROMBONE Maria Espenschied Section Leader Greg Kramer Assistant BARITONE Bryan Bidwell Section Leader Katelyn Flannery Assistant SOUSAPHONE Vann Falisavec Section Leader Trey Lawrence Assistant DRUMLINE TBA Section Leader TBA Assistant COLORGUARD Maria Scott Section Leader Olivia Chuzie Assistant TOUCH OF GOLD Megan Marchione Section Leader

4 COMMITTEES ALUMNI RELATIONS Cate Fox Chair Jenna Cassidy Assistant CELEBRATIONS & EVENTS Maria Espenchied Chair JoJo Rogucki Assistant COMMUNICATIONS Lauren O Kane Chair TBA Assistant COMMUNITY SERVICE Alisha Cope Chair Nate Condos Assistant INSTRUMENTS & EQUIPMENT Vann Falisavec Chair Derek Szabo Assistant LIBRARY Ashley Schwartz Chair Adria Trusso Assistant OUTREACH & RECRUITMENT Erica Cope Chair Katie Strok Assistant REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE Valeree Kofol Chair Alie Thompson Assistant SPIRIT CREW Bryan Bidwell Chair George Bagay Assistant Allison Reilly Assistant UNIFORMS Katelyn Flannery Chair Skylar Toller Assistant

5 COMMUNICATION The Marching Golden Flashes is a large organization with many diverse activities. It is inevitable that changes in schedules, itineraries, and plans will be made occasionally during the season. We will always strive to inform you of such changes far in advance. For this reason, we announce changes using a variety of methods: via KSU , mass text, on the KSUMGF Twitter feed, on the KSUMGF Facebook page on the band website home page, and posted on the Department of Bands bulletin board located outside Dr. Franklin s door (CPA E108). Members of the Marching Golden Flashes are expected to check their Kent University on a daily basis for updates and important information. REHEARSAL CANCELLATIONS OR CHANGES Assume that all rehearsals will be on the practice field unless otherwise indicated. Never assume that a rehearsal, performance, or event is cancelled until you have received official word from the Director of Athletic Bands. Meet in E112 in the case of inclement weather unless notified otherwise. WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS Weekly announcements will be sent out via and posted on the band website Announcements page. DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Daily announcements will be posted on the dry erase board at the beginning of rehearsal and read in the last five minutes of each one. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM BAND MEMBERS All mass announcements are to be sent to the Director of Athletic Bands who will review and forward them on to the appropriate parties. Likewise, any student announcements to be added to the announcement board at rehearsal must be ed to the Director of Athletic Bands no later than one (1) hour prior to the beginning of rehearsal. NO EXCEPTIONS. Please subscribe to the MGF Text Messaging System by sending a text to (330) with the

6 CONTACT INFORMATION Hugh A. Glauser School of Music 1325 Theatre Drive PO Box 5190 Kent, Ohio Phone: (330) Web Address: General Office Hours: 8 am 5 pm Dr. Franklin s jfrank24@kent.edu Dr. Franklin s Cell: (812) Facebook: Twitter: KSUMGF Text Messaging texted to (330) Dr. Franklin s Office Hours (CPA E108) TWR from 10 am noon during the Fall semester or by appointment as needed

7 ASSISTANCE REFERENCE Syllabus Grades Policies Registration Leadership: Performance/Rehearsal Absences: Tardy Check-in: Attendance: Wind Instruments: Drumline Equipment: Colorguard Equipment & Uniforms: Touch of Gold Equipment & Uniforms: Instrumentalists Uniforms: Flip Charts, Music, & Drill: Replacement Music & Drill: Rehearsal/Performance Logistics: Performance Help: Illness During Reh/Per: Medical emergency: Dr. Franklin submit requests on MEMBERS ONLY section Clipboard by the Tower Lauren O Kane Vann Falisavec Courtney Lambert Lewis Shingleton Beth Graal Katelyn Flannery Your Section Leader MEMBERS ONLY section Valeree Kofol Section Leader/Field Commander Natalie Gittinger Any Faculty or Staff

8 2014 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE July 26 PRE-CAMP MUSIC REHEARSAL All members 1 pm 4 pm August UNDERGRADUATE STAFF CAMP UGS only August DRUMLINE & AUXILIARY CAMP All Drumline, Guard, & ToG August PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP All Members August 15 WELCOME BACK BBQ All Members, Alumni, & Families 5:30 pm August 22 CONVOCATION MACC 10:30 am August 22 FRIDAY NIGHT IN THE HOUSE Field House 8 pm midnight August 24 BACK TO SCHOOL PEP RALLY MACC 5 pm August 30 KENT vs. OHIO (Visiting Band) 6 pm September 6 KENT vs. SOUTH ALABAMA (Band Day) 2 pm September 13 ROAD TRIP TO OHIO STATE TBA September 20 JACKSON APPLE FESTIVAL BAND SHOW & PARADE TBA September 27 TENTATIVE ROAD TRIP TO VIRGINIA TBA October 3 KENT vs. AKRON (volleyball game) 7 pm Blue & Gold Pep Band October 11 KENT vs. UMASS 2 pm October 18 HOMECOMING PARADE 10 am October 18 KENT vs. ARMY (Homecoming/Alumni Band) 3:30 pm October 25 BRUNSWICK SOUND SPECTACULAR TBA October 30 KENT vs. OHIO (volleyball game) 7 pm FlasherBrass November 4 KENT vs. TOLEDO 8 pm ESPN2/ESPNU November 15 KENT vs. BOWLING GREEN (volleyball game) 7 pm FlasherBrass November 16 SHOWCASE CONCERT in KSC Ballroom 1 pm November 16 BANQUET in KSC Dining Hall 6 pm 9 pm November 25 KENT vs. AKRON (Visiting Band) 7 pm ESPN2/ESPN3 December 5 MAC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME TBA December - January POSSIBLE BOWL GAME mid Dec Jan 12

9 WEEKLY REHEARSAL SCHEDULE MONDAY 1:30 pm 2:30 pm Staff & UGS Meeting 3:20 pm 5:15 pm Full Band Rehearsal 6 pm 7 pm Colorguard Rehearsal WEDNESDAY 3:20 pm 5:15 pm Full Band Rehearsal 6 pm 7 pm Colorguard Rehearsal 6 pm 8 pm Drumline Rehearsal FRIDAY 3:20 pm 5:15 pm Full Band Rehearsal (Practice Field)* 6 pm 7 pm Colorguard Rehearsal (Practice Field)* GAME DAY 4.5 hours before kickoff Continuity Rehearsal (Dix Stadium) All Rehearsals are at the practice field unless otherwise stated. Check for updates regarding inclement weather relocation

10 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE SATURDAY, JUNE 28 DEDICATION 9 am 4 pm Day of Drumming (E112) MANDATORY for all Drumline SATURDAY, JULY 26 COMMITMENT 1 pm 5 pm Full Band Music Rehearsal (E112) MONDAY, AUGUST 11 BLUEPRINT 1 pm 3 pm Staff and Field Commander meeting

11 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE TUESDAY, AUGUST 12 SERVANT LEADERSHIP 9 am 11 am Undergraduate Staff (UGS) Check-in and Move-in 11 am noon Staff and UGS Meeting (E112) Noon 1 pm Lunch 1 pm 5:30 pm Staff and UGS Leadership Training (E112) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm Staff and UGS Leadership Training (E112) 9 pm 11 pm UGS Movie Night (E112)

12 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13 IGNITION 8 am - noon UGS Marching Fundamentals Training (Practice Field) Noon 1 pm Lunch 1 pm 5:30 pm UGS Music Rehearsal (E112) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm UGS Marching Fundamentals Training (Practice Field)

13 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 RHYTHM OF THE MACHINE 8 am 9 am UGS Meeting (E112) 9 am 1 pm Check-in for all Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold, instrument and locker checkout, uniform fitting, etc. (CPA Main Hallway) then move in to residence halls 1:30 pm 2:30 pm Meeting for Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold (E112) 2:30 pm 5:30 pm Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold Rehearsal (practice field) 2:30 5:30 pm UGS Activity (TBD) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm UGS Activity (TBD) 7 pm 9 pm Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold Rehearsal (practice field)

14 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE FRIDAY, AUGUST 15 FAMILY 8 am 9 am UGS Meeting (E112) 9 am 1 pm Check-in for all Brass & Woodwinds, instrument and locker checkout, uniform fitting, etc. (CPA Main Hallway) then move in to residence halls 8 am noon Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold Rehearsal (practice field) Noon 1 pm Lunch for UGS, Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold 1:30 pm 2:30 pm UGS & all Rookie Brass & Woodwinds Meeting (E112) 1:30 pm 2:30 pm Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold Rehearsal (practice field) 2:30 pm 3:30 pm Full Band Meeting (E112) 3:30 pm 5:30 pm Brass & Woodwinds Marching Fundamentals Training (Practice Field) 5:30 pm 7:30 pm Dinner 7:30 pm 9 pm Full Band Music Rehearsal (TBD) 9:30 pm 11 pm Campus Tour for Rookies (sponsored by ΚΚψ)

15 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 PUTTING EXCELLENCE INTO ACTION 8 am noon Fundamentals Training for all Band Members (Practice Field) Noon 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm 3 pm Music Auditions for all Brass & Woodwinds (Rooms as Assigned) 1:30 pm 3 pm Drumline, Colorguard, and Touch of Gold Rehearsal (practice field) 3:30 pm 5:30 pm Full Band Music Rehearsal (Recital Hall) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm Fundamentals Training for all Band Members (Dix Stadium) 9:30 pm 11 pm Section Night Out

16 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 THE GAUNTLET 8 am noon Fundamentals Training for all Band Members (Practice Field) Noon 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Full Band Music Rehearsal (TBD) 4 pm 5:30 pm Music Sectionals (Rooms as Assigned) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 8 pm Fundamentals Training for all Band Members (Dix Stadium) 8 pm 9 pm The Gauntlet! (Dix Stadium) 9:30 pm 11 pm Game Night (sponsored by ΚΚψ)/Final Band Block Posted

17 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE MONDAY, AUGUST 18 ASSEMBLING THE MACHINE 8 am noon Pregame Rehearsal (Practice Field) Noon 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Music Rehearsal (TBD) 4 pm - 5:30 pm Music Sectionals (Rooms as Assigned) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm Show 1 Rehearsal (Dix Stadium) 9:30 pm Rest!

18 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 OILING THE MACHINE 8 am noon Pregame Rehearsal (Practice Field) Noon 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Music Rehearsal (TBD) 4 pm - 5:30 pm Music Sectionals (Rooms as Assigned) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm Show 1 Rehearsal (Dix Stadium) 9:30 pm Band Challenge! (sponsored by ΚΚψ)

19 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 STRENTHENING THE MACHINE 8 am noon Pregame Rehearsal (Practice Field) Noon 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Music Rehearsal (TBD) 4 pm - 5:30 pm Music Sectionals (Rooms as Assigned) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm Show 1 Rehearsal (Dix Stadium) 9:30 pm Band Dance (sponsored by ΚΚψ)

20 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 PERFECTING THE MACHINE 8 am noon Pregame Rehearsal (Practice Field) Noon 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Music Rehearsal (TBD) 4 pm - 5:30 pm Music Sectionals (Rooms as Assigned) 5:30 pm 7 pm Dinner 7 pm 9 pm Show 1 Rehearsal (Dix Stadium) 9:30 pm KKPsi/TBS Info Session; Scavenger Hunt

21 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 FRIDAY IN THE HOUSE 9:30 am Convocation Performance Call Time (MACC) 10:30 am Convocation Performance 1:30 pm 2:30 pm Committee Meetings (TBD) 3 pm 5 pm Clean up 8 pm midnight Friday Night in the House Dress Rehearsal (Field House)

22 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP SCHEDULE SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 LEGACY 1:30 pm 5:30 pm Full Band Rehearsal (Practice Field) 5:30-7 pm Kappa Kappa Psi/Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Picnic (Practice Field) SUNDAY, AUGUST 24 SPIRIT 4 pm Back to School Pep Rally Call Time (MACC) 5 pm Back to School Pep Rally Performance (MACC)

23 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP INFORMATION CHECK-IN INFORMATION All potential members of the MGF are to check in the lobby of the Center for the Performing Arts located at the corner of Fairview Drive and E. Main Street during the times listed below: Undergraduate Staff 9 am 11 am, Tuesday, August 12 Drumline, Colorguard, & Touch of Gold 9 am 1 pm, Thursday, August 14 Brass & Woodwinds 9 am 1 pm, Friday, August 15 Early Residence Hall Move-in All potential Marching Golden Flashes living in KSU Residence Halls for the fall semester who register for Preseason Training Camp by completing and submitting the Preseason Camp Registration Form prior to August 1 will be allowed to move in to the Residence Halls during their assigned camp check-in time slot. In most cases, these students will move into the rooms assigned to them for the academic year. Students must check in for camp in the Center for the Performing Arts lobby BEFORE moving into their residence halls. Parking Parking during camp will be permitted in the C Lot on Theatre Drive across from the School of Theatre. Preseason Camp Meals Band members will be issued FLASHcards that will allow them to eat lunch and dinner at any open oncampus dining facility through the duration of camp. Breakfast will be provided in the Rehearsal Hall (E112) from 7-7:50 am from Thursday, August 14 through Thursday, August 21.

24 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP INFORMATION SECTIONAL ROOMS Rehearsals will NOT be cancelled because of inclement weather. When the weather is poor, report to room E112 in the Center for the Performing Arts (CPA). Preseason Training Camp Sectional Rooms Flutes/Piccolos: Clarinets: Alto Saxes: Tenor Saxes: Trumpets: Mellophones: Trombones/Baritones: Sousas: Drumline: Full Woodwind: Full Brass: Colorguard: Touch of Gold: D105 D106 Green Room D001 C304 D104 E202 D307 E112 C304 Recital Hall TBA TBA

25 PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP INFORMATION STAYING HEALTHY Preseason Training Camp takes place during one of the hottest months of the year and requires high levels of physical, mental and emotional intensity. As such, it is important to follow these guidelines to lessen the chances of harm or illness. Camp and Rehearsal Apparel As we will be outside on the practice field for most rehearsals, it is required that all band members wear comfortable clothing (dependent on the weather) and TENNIS SHOES (NO DRESS SHOES, SANDALS, FLIP-FLOPS, CROCS, ETC.). Jeans are NOT permitted for outdoor marching rehearsals. A ball cap or wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses are also strongly recommended. Hydration Proper hydration should begin the week prior to camp so each member should drink as much water as possible (males should drink 1 gallon of water per day; females should drink ¾ gallon of water per day) at least 5 days before physical activity begins. Furthermore, sugary and alcoholic drinks should be avoided during the duration of camp. A good rule of thumb is to drink 1 electrolyte drink (Powerade, Gatorade, etc.) for every 2 waters you drink. We will have water stations during Preseason Training Camp and on hot days during the semester but please bring your own Nalgene bottles, thermoses, etc. pre-filled to start off rehearsal. There will be NO cups available during camp so each member will be responsible for his/her own. Students are recommended to use hydration backpacks during camp. These can be purchased at various sports stores and websites. When outdoors, we will work in short segments with brief water breaks between each one. Make sure to hydrate at each break, even if you do not feel thirsty.

26 Food and energy The type of activity that occurs during Preseason Training Camp requires much more energy than is expended during normal daily activity. As such, each member must eat more than they do on a normal basis. Preseason Training Camp is NOT a time to begin dieting or extreme changes in eating habits. All band members are to eat a solid meal during every meal break and in the morning before rehearsals begin. Members are also encouraged to bring good energy snacks to eat during their short breaks. Good foods are those high in carbohydrates (pasta, rice, granola bars, etc.) but low in fat and sugar. Eating fruit high in vitamins will give you much more lasting energy than you would get from a candy bar. Strength & Conditioning We will begin each day with some stretching, cardio, and strength work designed to optimize our physical and visual performance and endurance throughout the season. Students are encouraged to know their physical limits while pushing themselves to achieve daily fitness goals established during these periods. A large towel or yoga mat should be brought to camp to use for these sessions. Sunscreen & Insect Repellant The use of sun screen and insect repellant is strongly recommended. Sleep and Rest Students should get between 7-8 hours of sleep per night through the duration of camp. Furthermore, all meal breaks should be used as a time to eat, rest and recharge for the next rehearsal session. RESIDENCE HALL ETIQUETTE KSUMGF members and potential members are expected to follow all official KSU Residence Hall guidelines and expectations. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from the band as well as revocation of current and/or future residence hall privileges. DESTINATION KENT STATE Students who need to participate in DKS Freshman Orientation events will be excused from rehearsal as needed provided that notice is given to their section leader prior to the event. These students will be responsible for obtaining all information given during their absence. It is strongly encouraged to miss as little rehearsal time as possible as no special consideration will be granted to any student who misses rehearsal for any reason. Too many absences for any reason will affect the final band block placement of that individual. TIME MANAGEMENT It is imperative that members of the Marching Golden Flashes manage their off time such that they have adequate time to travel to each rehearsal/performance site, gather and assemble proper equipment and warm up. Except for extreme, unforeseeable emergency, no excuses for tardiness or absences will be accepted. Consequences Any student who is tardy or absent from ANY scheduled preseason training camp activity or event may result in dismissal as a member of the Marching Golden Flashes.

27 BAND MEMBERSHIP PROCEDURES CLASS REGISTRATION All students participating in the Marching Golden Flashes must be registered for the class no later than August 1, MUS for all undergraduates MUSC for all graduate students PRESEASON TRAINING CAMP All potential members of the Marching Golden Flashes must attend the ENTIRETY of preseason training camp in order to be considered for membership. In addition to registering for the class, all potential members must register for Preseason Training Camp by completing and submitting the Preseason Camp Registration Form no later than August 1, AUDITIONS Membership in the Marching Golden Flashes is based on two factors: 1) Instrumentation balance and 2) Audition. Everyone planning to participate in the Marching Golden Flashes must complete an audition during preseason camp to be considered for band membership. While the goal is to allow as many members into the band as possible, the auditions are meant to check basic level skills. See the following information for specific audition requirements for each section: Brass & Woodwind All brass and woodwind players must complete a playing and marching audition during camp. Playing auditions will occur on August and will consist of five prepared pieces (Separate Ways, Slither, Proud Mary, Men of Ohio and the Kent State Fight Song), major scales up to 3 sharps and 4 flats, chromatic scale, and a short sightreading excerpt. The prepared pieces will be available for download by July 1, 2014 (Only those students who have registered for both the class and preseason training camp will be able to access music to download). All brass and woodwind members must also complete a marching fundamentals audition on the evening of August 17. This will consist of each member demonstrating the call to attention, horns up

28 and horns down and a forward march while playing the KSU fight song. Scores will be based on precision and accuracy, body and horn carriage, energy and enthusiasm. The scores for both the playing and marching audition will be used to determine membership, part, and rank placement for all brass and woodwind players with the results posted on the band website by midnight on August 17. Drumline The number of Drumline members is fixed each year. Therefore, rigorous auditions will determine membership for this section. Auditions are held during the spring semester for the following year For more information about the MGF Drumline including audition information and materials, please visit the Drumline website and/or contact Drumline Instructor Courtney Lambert at celambert2@gmail.com. Colorguard & Touch of Gold Twirlers Auditions for the MGF Colorguard and Touch of Gold Twirlers also take place each spring. Information concerning Colorguard audition information and requirements can be found on the Colorguard website and/or by contacting Colorguard Instructor Lewis Shingleton at lshingle1@kent.edu. Likewise information concerning requirements and auditions for Touch of Gold Twirlers can be found by visiting the Touch of Gold website and/or by contacting Twirler Instructor Beth Graal at bcolose1@kent.edu. The Band Block Every member of the Marching Golden Flashes will be assigned two numbers: a pregame number and an attendance block letter and number (A1, B6, K9, for example) also called your rank number. These numbers will remain THE SAME throughout the season. You MUST memorize your rank number!!! These will be the same numbers used for taking attendance as well as marking your spot on halftime drill charts. The ranks are assembled with the #1 member serving as the RANK LEADER. The rank number IS NOT the same as your pregame show number. Pregame Block The Marching Golden Flashes pregame show utilizes the same number of performers every year regardless of the size of the band. Members are selected to participate in the pregame show based on band balance, experience and/or ability. Each member in the pregame show will be assigned a specific pregame drill number. In some cases, rotating alternates might be used for a pregame spot. Alternates In some cases, there may be alternates for the band block. An alternate is a full member of the marching band. Alternates will practice and rehearse at every rehearsal. Alternates will perform in the stands and other musical appearances utilizing the entire ensemble. Marching performances will be limited, however, to those persons named to the band block. In some cases, there may be two alternates who share a permanent spot. In this case, the alternates will take turns marching every other performance. Alternates may also be determined by limited availability in sections (instrumentation), marching scores, playing scores and exceptional cases. Any potential or returning member scoring too low to be named a regular member may be placed as an alternate. Regular members may become alternates in the case of unexcused absences, missed rehearsals, disciplinary action, or missed performances. Any member missing any part of a rehearsal or a performance may be replaced by an alternate.

29 GENERAL RULES & CONDUCT Members of the Marching Golden Flashes are expected to exhibit the highest standards of personal contact both when together at an official performance, trip, rehearsal, or event and even in their own personal lives. As such the following expectations must be met: Alcohol & illegal drugs The use of alcohol or any illegal substance that impair an individual s ability to represent the Marching Golden Flashes, Hugh A. Glauser School of Music, or Kent State University in a positive manner will not be tolerated. Violators may be dismissed from the Marching Golden Flashes and/or may face legal or university ramifications. This applies to every band member and staff and is not limited to activity that takes place only during official Marching Golden Flashes performances, trips, rehearsals, or events. Smoking Smoking is not tolerated during any rehearsal or performance, even if the band is on a break. Smoking is not permitted while we are functioning as a group. Anyone smoking in uniform or during a rehearsal may be dismissed from the band. Internet Message Boards Marching Golden Flashes members will refrain from commenting on ANY message board (Rivals.com, etc.) on the topic of KSU Athletic Bands (even if the comment is positive in nature, or to defend the band program). When commenting on message boards about non-band subjects, members are NOT permitted to identify themselves as members of the MGF. If you feel a response is needed to something you have seen, forward the information to the Director of Athletic Bands. Media Interviews MGF members are NOT permitted to grant interviews with news media (print, television, radio, internet, school news, etc.) regarding KSU Athletic Bands topics without specific permission from the Director of Athletic Bands (even if the comment is positive in nature or to defend the band program). When reporting the interview request to the Director of Athletic Bands, please include publication, reporter, & topic.

30 Social Media MGF members are not permitted to post or allow others to post images of themselves engaging in any of the following on any picture-hosting and/or social media website: ANY illegal activity Underage alcohol consumption or possession Irresponsible legal alcohol consumption Illegal drug use or possession or abuse of legal drugs Inappropriate state of undress Any behavior that could reflect a negative image on the KSU Athletic Band program Inappropriate use of the KSUMGF uniform or logos (see UNIFORMS ) Ad Hoc Performance Groups MGF members are not permitted to perform under the guise of any Kent State University Band Ensemble without explicit permission from the Bands faculty. Be Mindful of the 3 R s RESPECT RESTRAINT RESPONSIBILITY Your reputation is EARNED, not given to you. You are what you DO, not what you SAY or THINK.

31 REHEARSAL ETIQUETTE The Marching Golden Flashes work as a well oiled machine during our rehearsals in order to perfect our performances. It is expected that all members understand and adhere to the following etiquette and rehearsal expectations and procedures: Be the first, never the last, to rehearsal Early is on time; On time is late arrive at rehearsal at least 15 minutes early and warm up on your own until the attendance whistle is blown Move to the Attendance Block at the 2-minute whistle. Fall into Parade Rest Participate in 100% of all activities 100% of the time with 100% effort, focus, and intensity. This includes fitness, stretching, breathing activities, etc. Instruments, cases, bags, etc. are to always be placed neatly and at least 10 yards off the sideline Always have music, instruments, pencils, and drill at EVERY rehearsal (even Continuity rehearsals) Wear appropriate clothing at all rehearsals Demonstrate desire, spirit, and enthusiasm for learning, working, and contributing Prepare and master your part of the performance in advance Only your BEST is good enough Refrain from making comments or carrying on a conversation during rehearsal Maintain eye contact with the Staff or UGS in charge Use High Intensity Listening Be humble in your success. Demonstrate class in all situations Turn work into play. Enjoy rehearsal regardless of the circumstances. Remember the band is only as good as your attitude and contributin. Stop immediately when a cut-off is given or a move is completed When cleaning drill, always begin in minus one and end in plus one unless otherwise instructed Understand the need for repetition Embrace the concept of CHECK-ADJUST-MARK-LISTEN If you experience failure, analyze it and make a plan to improve the next time Move with haste between rehearsal events Staff and UGS will be called upon by the Director to fulfill numerous responsibilities. Some of these responsibilities may include setting drill, running sectionals, and insuring that rehearsals run

32 smoothly. These students have been specially chosen for their high quality of marching and musicianship as well as for their character. Listen to ALL staff and UGS You are responsible for your own spot Rehearsal is a time to practice and prepare. Leave all Non-band issues off the field Be flexible in rehearsal. Changes will occur daily to improve our performance effectiveness so be flexible, adjust, and make it happen. Be courteous and respectful to all band staff and leadership at all times. They are required to treat you in a similar matter. Save all conflicts for a time when you can handle them privately. Resolve all conflicts within 24 hours. Instructions will be given to you from both the tower and the field. When the instructions come from the tower, it is the priority and all other instruction should cease. Field instructions will be given when the tower is silent. It is imperative that the director and leadership have your undivided attention during rehearsals. Therefore, any behavior such as talking, TEXTING OR OTHER SMART PHONE USE, listening to mp3 players, zoning out, etc. that might distract you from remaining fully engaged in the rehearsal is prohibited. Always leave performance/rehearsal spaces in better shape than when you arrived. See ATTENDANCE POLICY concerning tardies, absences and early departures Perfect Practice makes Perfect. Practice at Performance level all the time. Always count the subdivision loudly when cold running or working on fundamentals Maximize! Be WHERE you are supposed to be WHEN you are supposed to be there WITH the items you are supposed to have Doing WHAT you are supposed to be doing HOW you are supposed to be doing it.

33 GAME DAY RULES & PROCEDURES Game Day in the Marching Golden Flashes is what we live for. It is the main reason for existence as we serve to be the Tip of the Bolt in supporting our athletic teams. Whether we are up or down by 70 or going for the win on the last play, we will always be the most vocal, energetic, creative, and supportive fans our teams and fans will ever encounter. We do things big in the MGF-it s part of what makes us so unique. GAME DAY SCHEDULE The exact schedule for each game will be posted the week preceding that game. The tentative Game Day Schedule is as follows: 5 hours before Kickoff - Drumline, Tubas, Colorguard, R&P Committee, & Instruments Committee meet to unload truck 4.5 hours before Kickoff Continuity Rehearsal 2 hours before Kickoff Team Walk and Pep Rally Performance 1.5 hours before Kickoff Meal Break/Uniform Inspection 45 min before Kickoff Line up for Pregame 25 min before Kickoff - Pregame EXPECTATIONS We stay for the entire game We stand the entire game We play between all downs We participate in 100% of all cheers, horn moves, etc. 100% of the time We do everything with class and sportsmanship We remain in FULL uniform at all times when in public unless instructed differently by the Director of Athletic Bands 100% of the band plays 100% of the time we play We play only what is on the page

34 We are ready to play at any given time. Frequent communication will be given via PA, dry erase boards, and/or hand signals We start and end playing at the same time and when the conductor starts us off After pre-game and half time performances, band members should quickly get to their spots in the stands. We want to be ready as quickly as possible to play music and cheer the Golden Flashes to victory and can t do that if half the band is still wandering to their seats. The band area of the stands is for the band only unless the Director of Athletic Bands says otherwise. Band members are to stay in the band area Make sure any activity, conversation, etc. does not distract you from your number one priority for the game: to play music at any given moment. All visuals and sectional cheers will be determined by the section leaders and Spirit Committee Cell phones are not to be used when the band is playing or performing When in the stands, you may not leave unless you have a restroom emergency in which case you should notify your section leader and return as soon as possible. Only 2 members of each section may be allowed to be gone at any time. Talking on the field during a performance is not permitted for any reason. Eating in the stands will only be done at the discretion of the staff. Members are NOT permitted to leave the stands during the game to visit the concession areas unless given permission to do so by the Director of Athletic Bands We are all dismissed at the end of the game as a group The MGF PUTS OUT 100% of the Time THE TIP OF THE BOLT

35 BAND TRAVEL Travel is one of the finest experiences about membership in the KSU Marching Golden Flashes. On trips, the band serves as an ambassador of the entire KSU band division, the Hugh A. Glauser School of Music, Kent State University, the city of Kent, and sometimes the state of Ohio and even the United States. Normally the mere presence of the band attracts attention. When the impression left behind is good, the chances are very high that students will become interested in KSU as their choice for continuing their education. LODGING AND MEALS Accommodations for the MGF will be in hotels/motels on most trips. Regardless of the accommodations, members are expected to follow the KSU codes of student conduct, MGF Policies and Procedures, as well as proper ethical behavior. Nothing but impeccable conduct will be tolerated. \ In some cases, meals will be provided. When this is not possible or practical, students will be given a per diem based on the State of Ohio regulations. TRAVEL GUIDELINES Students will sign up for roommates prior to departure. You will be required to stay with the roommates you have been assigned during the course of the trip. Students will sign up for buses prior to departure. You will be required to stay on the bus you have been assigned during the course of the trip. During most trips, the marching band travels by bus. In some cases, students may be permitted to travel to or from venues by their own means of transportation. Students who request to do so MUST fill out a Travel Deviation Form found on the MEMBERS ONLY section prior to the date of travel before they will be permitted to make alternate arrangements. NO EXCEPTIONS. Students will not be dismissed from any part of the travel until bus captains have given permission to do so. All venues, whether bus, rehearsal space, eating area, rest area, performance space, etc. must be thoroughly clean and neat before receiving permission to be dismissed. Upon arrival at sites, the only students allowed to get off the bus are the staff, bus captains, and assigned student leadership. These people will receive directions to give to the buses before disembarking. Violation of any Conduct rules may result in immediate dismissal from the band at which time the student will be required to arrange transportation back to campus at their own expense.

36 BOWL GAME POLICY It is a policy of the KSU Marching Golden Flashes that all members participate in any university sanctioned bowl game activity as part of the course requirements. While every attempt is made to plan these trips as early as possible, the ultimate destination relies solely on the football team s record and the invitation by the bowl committee. In cases when KSU is playing in the MAC championship game, the bowl destination will not be decided until early December. All personal plans for travel, vacation, etc. between the end of the fall and beginning of the spring semester should be tentative until the bowl game is announced. Post-season activities are subject to the attendance and grading policies outlined in the Marching Golden Flashes handbook. Complete list of possible KSU Marching Golden Flashes bowl games Famous Idaho Potato Bowl (Boise, ID) Dec 20 Raycom Media Camellia Bowl (Montgomery, AL) Dec 20 Boca Raton Bowl (Boca Raton, FL) Dec 23 Bahamas Bowl (Nassau, Bahamas) Dec 24 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Dec 31 Fiesta Bowl (Glendale AZ) Dec 31 AT&T Cotton Bowl (Arlington, TX) Jan 1 Rose Bowl (Pasadena CA) Jan 1 Sugar Bowl (New Orleans LA) Jan 1 GoDaddy Bowl (Mobile, AL) Jan 4 National Championship (Arlington, TX) Jan 12 *MANDATORY attendance for Bowl games will include up to 4 days BEFORE the game date and up to 2 days AFTER the game date.

37 ATTENDANCE POLICY Perfect attendance is considered the norm. Band demands on your time are published in advance and members should make the necessary arrangements to be at all required functions. Serious illness, death in the family, marriage in the immediate family, religious obligations, academic responsibilities, and career interviews are the ONLY excused absences. An excused absence does not affect an individual s grade but may affect performance status. REGULAR REHEARSALS Because of the demanding performance schedule and short amount of rehearsal time, students are expected to be on time at all rehearsals. Attendance will be taken PROMPTLY at the posted call time for every event. Attendance records will be posted every Monday during the season. It is the responsibility of the student to be aware of your absence and grade situation and to notify the. DRUMLINE AND AUXILIARY REHEARSALS Sectional rehearsals for Drumline and Auxiliary groups are required and follow the same rules and expectations as Regular Rehearsals. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES Each member is allowed one free rehearsal absence to be used at his/her discretion during the season. Any further absences will result in the lowering of your final grade by one letter for each subsequent absence. Once the free absences is used up, no further excused absences will be granted. Members may petition to have any absences beyond their one free one to not count adversely against their grade. Petitions for excused absences due to EXTREME and UNAVOIDABLE circumstances must be presented to Dr. Franklin within one week of your return to rehearsal. In most cases, emergencies must be documented by the hospital, doctor, or authorities to receive consideration for excusal. Attending rehearsal or performance without your instrument, drill, music, or appropriate attire will also be considered an unexcused absence. Do not schedule doctor s appointments, lessons, hearings, academic meetings, etc. during rehearsal hours.

38 GAME DAY REHEARSALS Game Day Rehearsals are held in Dix Stadium for 2.5 hours usually starting 4.5 hours before kickoff. Students arriving more than 15 minutes late may not march that game at the discretion of the Band Director. The offending member may also be relegated to alternate status for the following game. This will be considered an unexcused absence. Arriving late but prior to 15 minutes will be considered a normal tardy. LAST FRIDAY REHEARSAL If any member is absent from or significantly tardy to the last regular rehearsal prior to a game (i.e. Friday afternoon s rehearsal before a Saturday game) or from the game day continuity rehearsal, they may not be allowed to perform on the field with the band that game. A second such absence may result in losing your permanent spot in the drill. TARDIES/EARLY DEPARTURES Attendance is taken promptly at 3:20 pm at every rehearsal (and at posted rehearsal call-times for performances, games, events, and trips). The field commanders will give a warning whistle 2 minutes prior to attendance block. Members must be in their assigned attendance block spot by the 2 nd whistle or you will be considered tardy. Members who are tardy or leave rehearsal early are required to sign in or out on the tardy board posted on the director s observation tower. This must be done before the end of rehearsal or the tardy will be recorded as an absence. Members who leave rehearsal early without signing out will be marked absent for that particular rehearsal. Petitions to not have a tardy beyond your first follow the same guidelines as stated in the absence policy. Any tardies beyond 15 minutes after the call time will be considered absences unless there are mitigating circumstances. The tardy policy is: 0-2 tardies = no penalty Every tardy after the second one = ½ of an absence CLASS CONFLICTS Band members are allowed to miss up to a certain amount of rehearsal per week for the SOLE reason of conflict with other regularly scheduled KSU classes or labs. This policy exists so that students are able to take classes they need for their major without having to withdraw from participating in marching band. This policy DOES NOT allow students to miss for any activities related to another class (such as observations, clinic experiences, extra lessons, etc.) but are not part of the schedule as outlined by the registrar. Band members may miss up to but no more than the following amount of rehearsal each week: 4 th year members no more than 1 ½ hours/wk 3 rd year members no more than 1 hour/wk 1 st & 2 nd year members no more than 45 min/wk Procedure for obtaining permission to miss rehearsal due to class conflicts: 1. Complete the Class Conflict Form on the Members Only section no later than 6 p.m. on Friday, August Confirm with the Band Office Staff PRIOR to the rehearsal from which you have requested leave. 3. Follow procedures for signing the board for excused tardies/early departures.

39 Members with class conflict-related tardies will be held accountable to the information filled out on the form. Any member arriving later than the agreed upon time will fall under the same guidelines as a regular tardy. PERFORMANCES Music groups exist to perform for audiences. Therefore it is absolutely necessary that you are in attendance at each performance. This often means you have to miss an event back home or elsewhere which you heretofore thought extremely important (like your high school s homecoming or a competition with the high school band you work with). Excused absences will be permitted only for EXTREME and UNAVOIDABLE circumstances. In some cases, members may petition to be excused from a performance due to once-in-lifetime event. Each request will be addressed on a caseby-case basis with final decision made by Dr. Franklin. Unexcused absences include but are not limited to most non-ksu performances, work, vacations, etc. Policies for obtaining excused tardies/early departures/absences for performances follow those for rehearsals. Any unexcused absence from a performance will result in a semester grade of F as well as immediate dismissal from the Marching Golden Flashes ABSENCE REQUEST FORM 1. Complete a Planned Absence Form found on the Members Only section no later than 2 weeks prior to the requested absence. 2. Confirm with the Band Office Staff in PRIOR to the rehearsal/performance from which you have requested leave. 3. If you have an ongoing class conflict that will prohibit you from being at rehearsal on time, you must fill out a Class Conflict form. REMEMBER!!! FOLLOWING THESE PROCEDURES DOES NOT GUARANTEE THAT AN ABSENCE OR TARDY WLL BE EXCUSED. IT IS THE STUDENT S RESPONSIBILITY TO FOLLOW UP ON THEIR REQUESTS TO ENSURE THAT AN EXCUSED ABSENCE/TARDY HAS BEEN GRANTED. IN ALL CASES, THE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC BANDS WILL HAVE THE FINAL WORD CONCERNING THE EXCUSABILITY OF ANY ABSENCE/TARDY. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO COMMUNICATE ALL CONFLICTS WITH REHEARSAL/PERFORMANCE IN A TIMELY MANNER. IN EXTREME CASES WHEN AN UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY ABSENCE/TARDY OCCURS, YOU MUST MAKE ALL ATTEMPTS TO NOTIFY THE BAND LEADERSHIP (SECTION LEADER AND BAND DIRECTOR) IN A TIMELY MANNER.

40 GRADING Grade Attendance Etiquette Assignments A 0-2 rehearsal absences 0 performance absences No more than 4 tardies B 3 rehearsal absences 0 performance absences No more than 6 tardies C 4 rehearsal absences 0 performance absences No more than 8 tardies D 5 rehearsal absences 0 performance absences No more than 10 tardies F 6 rehearsal absences* 1 performance absence* 11 or more tardies* No less than % consistent adherence to all expectations No less than 80-89% consistent adherence to all expectations No less than 70-79% consistent adherence to all expectations Less than 70-79% consistent adherence to all expectations* Less than 70-79% consistent adherence to all expectations* *May also result in dismissal from the KSUMGF All music pass-offs completed with at least 95% completed on time All music pass-offs completed with at least 90% completed on time All music pass-offs completed with at least 85% completed on time All music pass-offs completed with at least 80% completed on time Some music passoffs incomplete and/or less than 80% completed on time*

41 UNIFORMS Responsibility for the issue/return, care, and maintenance of University Band uniforms rests with the student who has signed for that equipment. There is no charge to use school-owned uniforms but items not returned will be billed through your student account and collected by the university. Scholarship stipends will not be distributed until satisfactory return of all university owned items. DISTRIBUTION OF UNIFORMS Winds and Percussion 1 Official KSUMGF uniform t-shirt 1 Official KSUMGF ball cap 1 Official KSUMGF beanie 1 Official KSUMGF drawstring bag 1 Garment Bag 1 Pair of flat black oxford style marching shoes with heels and laces. (if needed)** 2 Pairs of clean white gloves (except for percussion)** 1 Coat* 1 Pair of Pants* 1 Hat with Box* Black socks (must reach mid-calf or higher)*** Khaki shorts*** Colorguard 1 complete guard uniform* 1 Official KSUMGF uniform t-shirt 1 Official KSUMGF ball cap 1 Official KSUMGF beanie 1 Official KSUMGF drawstring bag 1 Garment Bag 1 Warm-up** 1 Duffel bag** 1 pr of jazz/dance shoes**

42 1 pr of earrings** Khaki shorts*** Touch of Gold 1complete twirler costume* 1 Official KSUMGF uniform t-shirt 1 Official KSUMGF ball cap 1 Official KSUMGF beanie 1 Official KSUMGF drawstring bag 1 Warm-up** 1 Duffel bag** 1 pr of tan jazz shoes (Dance Now)** 1 pr Tan Insteps 1 pr of earrings** (3) 28" or 29" ABC or Sharp Batons (7/16")** 2 pr Capezio Tights #1815 or 1816 LSN** *To be returned at the conclusion of the season **To be kept by each student but paid for out of their scholarship monies ***To be purchased separately by each student prior to PTC EMERGENCY REPLACEMENT PARTS Uniform inspection will be conducted by section leaders and staff prior to each performance. Students not up to standard will be required to pay a non-refundable rental cost for temporary replacement of the part or will be unable to perform for that performance. The availability of extra parts for rental will be based on the remaining unused inventory. Replacements for non-school-owned uniform parts (such as gloves, t-shirts, etc.) will have to be purchased. Any replacement items not returned immediately following the performance will result in a Bursar hold and the cost of replacement levied against the responsible person. Price for rental and/or replacement of uniform parts Rental Price Replacement Price Hat $10.00 $80.00 Hat Box N/A $15.00 Plume N/A $25.00 Coat $25.00 $ Pants $25.00 $ Shoes N/A $35.00 Gloves N/A $3.00 a pair Band t-shirt N/A $25.00 Ball cap N/A $20.00 Beanie N/A $15.00 Raincoat N/A $50.00 RAINCOATS On the occasion that raincoats are needed, they will be checked out to band members and collected at the end of the rehearsal/performance. Students are expected to return raincoats in good condition or they may incur the cost of repair and/or replacement. UNIFORM STANDARDS Wearing the uniform of the Marching Golden Flashes is a unique privilege that is earned only by your commitment, hard work and talent. When you put it on, you become an icon and a visual

43 representation of the university, the School of Music, and the band as a whole. Therefore, it is expected that you hold your speech, actions, and demeanor to the highest standard anytime the uniform is on. When in doubt about whether or not something would be appropriate or not while in uniform, use the Disney Rule which essentially means that every thing you do in uniform is part of the performance, even when you think no one else is looking. Violations of the uniform standard may result in grade penalties, suspension, or even dismissal from the Marching Golden Flashes. Uniforms are to be fully on or fully off. At no time should you ever have jackets hanging on your shoulders, improper shoes, etc. This includes any time before or after a game, exhibition performance, parade, etc. For games during warm months, the Band Director may instruct the band to remove their jackets in the stands. Wear the uniform to the specifications that are established by the Uniform Standard. All uniforms must fit correctly. Proper pant length is the responsibility of the individual member. Socks must be black and reach at least mid-calf. Ankle socks or socks with patterns are NOT ALLOWED. All parts of the uniform MUST be clean, neatly pressed and wrinkle-free. It is YOUR responsibility to dry clean your uniform during the season. Dryel is not an appropriate substitute! No alcohol consumption, smoking, gum chewing, or profanity is allowed by band members in uniform. This applies to any clothing identifiable as the Kent State Marching Golden Flashes. Remember the Disney Rule! Wet uniforms should be hung up to dry. Uniforms should be hung up between performances (the trunk of your car is not an acceptable place to store your uniform!) Black marching shoes are required. If you already have possession of a pair of black marching shoes in good condition, you will not be required to purchase a new pair. Staff members must approve any pair of black marching shoes brought from an outside source. Shoes should be polished and clean at all times. Gloves must be clean, white and with no holes (except woodwinds who may cut off the fingertips). Uniform t-shirts, hats and beanies must be clean and neat. No faded, dingy, or dirty shirts will be permitted. If yours does not fall under acceptable guidelines, you will need to purchase a new one. There will be at least one assigned professional cleaning midway through the season. Band members are REQUIRED to have uniforms cleaned during this time. Only official KSUMGF t-shirts may be worn under the uniform coats. Jeans, cargo pants, or any rough material may not be worn underneath the uniform as it may cause damage to the uniform. Appropriate uniform apparel includes the following: athletic shorts, athletic or yoga pants, leggings or tights, short and long sleeved t-shirts (no collar), UnderArmour. All top apparel worn underneath a KSUMGF uniform is limited to navy blue ONLY. Bottom apparel should be dark colors. Only official KSUMGF ball caps or beanies may be worn with the uniform. Headbands are permitted but must be navy blue ONLY and no more than two-inches wide. Handkerchiefs or do rags are NOT permitted. Sunglasses may be worn in the stands only but must come off for any field performances. Only tasteful, small jewelry items may be worn with the uniform. If it is visually noticeable from more than a few feet away, it should be taken off or covered up with band-aids. Hair should be worn up inside the hat. No hair should be hanging out or touch the collar. Braids are fine as long as the braids can be tucked into the hat. Hair color should be natural or professionally colored (no spray-colored blue or gold hair). Facial hair must be well groomed. Visible tattoos must be covered. No face paint is allowed. Students may wear only officially licensed temporary tattoos and only one per side of face. Band members are to remain in full uniform at all times. In the case of extremely hot weather, permission may be granted by the director to remove the band jacket. Students are not permitted to do so until