I am so glad for the great work we have already achieved in the first three days of class! I will begin counting rehearsal points tomorrow, so all students should be prepared to play with reeds, valve oil, rosin or any other supplies needed. Don't forget that the signature page for the course handbook is due this Friday. Also, please take time to indicate sizes of polo shirts, jackets and need for a tuxedo or dress on the back page.
Listening Logs are due tomorrow. If you have a question, or were unable to complete this assignment, I will be assisting students Monday during S period. All journals must be turned in by the end of the day Monday.
All students who need to use a school instrument (except Beginning Band) this year should have
already gotten a blue contract. No student is allowed to take an
instrument home without turning in this blue contract. Families who are able to make the Instrument Donation are asked to make checks to "Pioneer Performing Arts."
Students are reminded to consider opportunities for student leadership this week. I will meet with all candidates prior to elections. In addition to the officers, as we begin to play, I will be working to determine section leaders for the year.
Due to a last minute personnel change, there is one sax opening in Jazz Band. I will take time to hear every sax player in Wind Ensemble and Concert Band audition Monday as there may be some shuffling taking place this week. Schedule changes will only be available with administrative approval because the school year has already started.
We will also begin our first fundraiser of the year- Entertainment Book sales. Similar to last year, I ask every family to sell just two books. If we do just that, we will raise about $4,000- most of which goes directly into student credit for performing attire, travel and more. Books will retail for $30 with a profit of $10 each. Checks can be made to "Pioneer Performing Arts."
Many students have begun to turn in tour contracts. Please remember that there is a $250 deposit which must be submitted with the contract. More information, and a tour contract are available on the Tour 2013 page of my blog. This contract is due Friday, September 14 and checks should be made payable to "Pioneer Performing Arts."
