NORTHVIEW SCHOOL:
an IBO World School
BAND & ORCHESTRA
HANDBOOK
2015 - 2016
Beginning Band – Concert Band – Symphonic Band - Orchestra
DIRECTOR OF BANDS AND ORCHESTRA:
Mrs. Kathryn Redling
kathryn_redling@iss.k12.nc.us
BEGINNING BAND STUDENTS
By The First Week of School You Should Have:
1. Rented a starter Instrument - Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone/ Baritone, Percussion
2. Purchased your beginning band book - "Essential Elements 2000 - Book 1" for your specific
instrument.
3. A 1" binder with 20 page protectors inside.
4. Beginning Percussion - Don't forget to purchase your Vic Firth Education Pack; drum Sticks
WILL NOT be provided by the school. Also be sure to rent your Combo Percussion Kit that
includes a snare and bell set to practice at home.
CONCERT BAND - 7th Grade
You Will Need:
1. "Essential Elements 2000- Book 2"
2. 10 Sheet Protectors
3. Your Instrument ad Pencil in your case
4. Extra Reeds for saxophone and clarinet, Rosin for orchestra students
SYMPHONIC BAND - 8th Grade
You Will Need:
1. “I Recommend” – James Ployhar (Percussion need the Flute Book)
2. 10 Sheet Protectors
3. Your Instrument and Pencil in your case
ORCHESTRA 2nd and 3rd year Strings
1. Extra Rosin and rock stop if needed
2. Essential Elements Book 3
PURPOSE
This handbook is designed to guide both students and parents towards an enjoyable and
successful experience in the Northview IB Band and Orchestra Program. Please carefully read
each section, and keep this handbook “handy” for future reference. Students and parents need
to read, sign and return the last page of this handbook by September 4th, 2015.
MISSION
The mission of the Northview IB Band and Orchestra Program is to provide its students with an
enjoyable experience in music, ultimately guiding each student toward having a life that is
enriched by listening to and creating music. This experience will be achieved through high
standards of musical excellence, personal responsibility, and a strong work ethic. In pursuit of
this goal, students will develop self-esteem, confidence, character, and meaningful relationships
with others.
COMMUNICATION
Kathryn Redling
Director of Bands and Orchestra
Kathryn_redling@iss.k12.nc.us
For updates, handouts, important dates, announcements and musical links, please visit my
teacher webpage listed under my name on the school’s website.
CLASSROOM RULES
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Students will exhibit good rehearsal etiquette. (Always show respect for the podium and
for whoever is instructing on it by being quiet and attentive)
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Students are to only touch or play their own instruments. Only percussionists are to
touch the percussion equipment.
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Students will need to come prepared to class with all supplies; instrument, pencil, and
music.
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Students will help to maintain a clean and organized classroom and instrument storage
room.
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No gum or food is allowed in the classroom at any time! Only bottled water is allowed
CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
Before Rehearsal:
• In a timely manner, take out your instrument and sit in your assigned seat with materials and
a pencil. All cases should be left in the storage room.
• Take care of all instrument maintenance prior to class starting. (This includes: oiling valves,
changing reeds, oil your slide, rosin on bows etc.)
During Rehearsal:
• No talking while the director is on the podium.
• Raise your hand for questions and wait to be called upon.
• Be respectful of classmate’s instruments.
After Rehearsal:
• Do not pack up until told to do so. The bell does not dismiss you.
• Storage Room is not a social room. Unpack/pack your instrument then return to your seat.
• Percussionists: clean up your area after every rehearsal.
PRACTICE
Practice is required to master the skills of performing on an instrument. It is recommended
that students practice no less than 15 minutes a day. Students are expected to do the following
during a practice session:
1. Properly warm-up; including breathing exercises, buzzing on mouthpiece, long tones, lip
slurs, scales & tonguing exercises, etc.
2. Work on lesson assignment from method books or music handouts.
3. Work on band music or other music that will be performed in public.
There will be no practice chart. Instead, there will be bi-weekly playing tests that students will
need to pass off. Students will be graded: Pass, Half Pass, or Fail. If the student fails the test they
will need to make it up again the next class or set up a time to pass it off before or after school.
EQUIPMENT
Students are required to provide their own instrument. Students should clean, oil and/or
grease their instruments regularly. They must also provide their own supplies for their
instrument, such as valve oil, slide grease, cork grease, reeds, neck straps, etc. to use on the
instrument both at home and at school.
SCHOOL OWNED INSTRUMENT
If your student is borrowing a school owned instrument for band or orchestra there is be a $40
nonrefundable fee to cover the general wear and tear of these items. It is expected that the
borrower will return the item in good repair. This includes cleanliness, no new dents or
excessive scratching, rips, bends, etc. The item is to be returned no later than the last day of
school or report card will be held. Should items fail to be returned or returned with any
damages not noted above and beyond the scope of normal wear and tear; an invoice will be
mailed from the Northview School book-keeper for replacement or satisfactory repair of the
instrument.
INSTRUMENT REPAIR
Please DO NOT attempt to fix the instrument on your own. Instrument rental repairs need to be
serviced with your music dealer. All others should visit your local music dealer or can be done
through our music representative at your own expense.
INSTRUMENT STORAGE
Lockers will be assigned this year to students that play flute, clarinet, saxophone, violin or viola.
Students will need to provide their own pad lock for locker. Students may drop off their
instruments in the morning prior to their first class and pick up their instrument before they
leave for home.
To avoid confusion with similar looking instruments, please properly identify your instrument
with the student name, address and telephone number.
ATTENDANCE AT PERFORMANCE
Attendance at performances is a requirement for participation in band and orchestra. It is very
difficult to give a good performance without the participation of every member. If for some
reason absence from a performance is unavoidable, the director should be notified as soon as
possible to avoid conflicts with missing parts, seating, and the ability to perform the music at an
acceptable level.
Please keep in mind that there will be a “concert time” and a “call time”. The “call time” is when
all students should be in their seats at the concert venue, ready to warm-up and tune prior to
the start of the performance. All performance times and locations will be announced well in
advance so that students and their families can plan accordingly.
CONCERT ATTIRE
Beginning Band:
Guys: Khaki pants, and a white dress shirt and tie; Cargo shorts and cargo pockets on pants are
NOT permitted.
Girls: Khaki pants or floor length khaki skirt and a white polo dress shoes. No flip-flops
7th Grade Concert Band/ All Orchestra Ensembles:
Guys: White, long-sleeved, button-up dress shirt and tie; black dress pants, black socks, black
dress shoes.
Ladies: Black Dress Pants or floor length black skirt, white dress shirt or blouse – No sleeveless
shirts. Black dress shoes – no flip-flops.
8th Grade Symphonic Band:
Guys: Black dress pants, Black collared shirt with tie, black socks and shoes.
Ladies: Black dress pants with a black blouse or black dress. Sleeveless dresses are NOT
permitted.
EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY
Extra Credit is available for students who attend any instrumental performance (not vocal) at
any level higher than middle school. Attend a local high school band concert. Go to any UNC
campus and attend a band, orchestra, or jazz band concert (not a football game). Afterwards
student will need to turn in a concert program and a concert review form that can be picked up
from Mrs. Redling for full credit.
FORGETTING YOUR INSTRUMENT:
How do you learn to play without an instrument? It is crucial to have your instrument in class
every day that you have band or orchestra. However, I understand that it does happen on
occasion for various reasons. Please make sure your musician always has their instrument on
his or hers band or orchestra day.
EVENTS TO REMEMBER:
October 14th-28th, 2015 Fall Arts Department Fundraiser
December 10th, 2015 Winter Concert- All Performing Groups @ Statesville HS 7pm (Required)
December 12th, 2015 All County Band Auditions @ EMS (Band)
January 9th, 2016 All-District Band Auditions- Lexington, NC (Band optional)
January 23/24, 2016 All-County Band Clinic @ SHS
February 19/20, 2016 All District Clinic @ ASU
May 12, 2016 Spring Concert, SIHS 7pm (Band, Orchestra, and Jazz) (required)
May 14th, 2016 Carowinds Trip, 8th Grade Band and 7/8th grade Orchestra
There will also be middle school band nights at HS football games throughout first quarter.
***Please sign and return this form to Mrs. Redling by September 4th, 2015. ***
Contact Information
This information will be used to contact parents and send important information home about
concerts and events throughout the year.
Name of Student: ____________________________________ Level________________
Name(s) of parent/Guardian(s): ____________________________________________
Home Phone: __________________________ Work Phone: _____________________
Cell Phone: ________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________________
Student / Parent Agreement
I, (student name) ______________________________________, have read and understand the band
handbook. I agree to abide by the rules and guidelines within.
Student's Signature ___________________________________
I have read the band handbook with my musician and will do my best to encourage and support
my child’s musical endeavors.
Parent/Guardian's Signature ____________________________
Certificate of Rental Certificate of Rental 2015-2016
Terms of rental:
The below listed items that have been rented are the sole property of the Northview School
Bands and Orchestra. It is expected that the renter will submit a non-refundable repair/rental
fee of $40.00 by September 4th for the year. It is expected that the borrower will return the item
in good condition. This includes cleanliness, no new dents or excessive scratching, rips, bends,
etc. The item is to be returned no later than the last day of school. Should the item fail to be
returned or returned with any damages not noted above, and beyond the scope of normal wearand-tear, an invoice will be mailed from the Northview School book-keeper for replacement or
satisfactory repair of the instrument. The Northview School Band and Orchestra Director in
conjunction will determine the cost with a music repair facility of her choosing. Should the
renter fail to resolve charges, legal action will ensue on behalf of the school system. Signing this
agreement binds the signees to all said conditions stated above.
NAME: ____________________________________ PHONE: ___________________
INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION: ___________________________________________
SERIAL #:_________________________ REPLACEMENT VALUE: $___________
CONDITION: _______________________SCH. BD. PROPERTY #:______________
ITEMS INCLUDED: _____________________________________________________
1. The undersigned is solely responsible for any and all repairs or damage to the assigned
instrument, which may occur during the rental period.
2. We acknowledge the receipt of the above instrument and accessories in the condition as
stated. We agree to the following:
a. To be personally responsible for the safe-keeping of this instrument and to return it to the
school immediately upon the request of the music director or principal
b. To keep the instrument clean, polished, adjusted, and in good playing condition at all times,
including having it repaired and adjusted from normal use or abuse
c. To pay for repairs and maintenance mentioned above, or in the event of loss or total damage,
to pay current replacement value for the instrument
d. To have the instrument inspected and repaired upon return to the music department
e. To allow no other person other than the undersigned student to play, handle, or use this
instrument without the specific permission of the music director.
STUDENT SIGNATURE: ________________________________ DATE: __________
PARENT SIGNATURE: _________________________________ DATE: __________