Washington D.51
Central Intermediate School
2015-2016
Music Handbook
Mrs. Randolph and Mrs. Houle
Encouraging Excellence Every Day with Compassion, Commitment, and Community
E3 + C3 = D51
Music Handbook
Welcome to the Central Intermediate School Chorus and Band programs. We are both very
excited you decided to join the Chorus and/or Band and we look forward to having a
successful and fun year making music.
I.
GRADING
Students will be graded according to their own participation and improvement. Grading will be on
a total-points basis, with points earned from the following categories:
A. Classroom Participation includes consistency of daily preparation for class and participation
during class.
Daily points (3 possible per rehearsal/lesson):
 On time to rehearsal/lesson
 Appropriate materials (3-ring binder for band, folder for choir, pencil, instrument for
band)
 Appropriate use of time (participating in a productive manner)
B. Concert/Parade/Special Event Participation includes participation in all required band and
choral activities, such as concerts and festivals. Concerts are worth 50 to 100 points and
are required for all students. There is at least one concert assignment per quarter for
all band and choir students.
C. Written Assignments include theory assignments, as well as any other written work. You may
expect written assignments. Written assignments are worth 5-20 points and are required
for all students.
D. Playing/Singing Assignments include any live or recorded, or Smart Music playing/singing
assignments. You may expect at least one playing/singing assignment per quarter.
Playing/Singing assignments are worth 25-50 points and are required for all students.
II.
REHEARSALS
A. ATTENDANCE POLICY
Rehearsals during Activity Periods:
 7th/8th Chorus - Monday and Wednesday
 7th/8th Band - Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday
 6th Band – Monday and Wednesday
 5th/6th Chorus – Tuesday and Thursday
 5th Band – Friday
1. Students are expected to attend rehearsals
2. Students are to be in the band/chorus classroom by the time the 3-minute tardy bell rings.
 Band students have 2 additional minutes to be ready in their seat with assembled
instrument and folder.
 Consequences for lateness may include, but are not limited to, points off the
weekly grade, a detention warning, and an assigned detention.
3. If a student misses rehearsal or is late, the student will bring a pass to their chorus/band
teacher. Without a pass from another teacher, he/she will lose points from their weekly
grade and will be considered and unexcused absence and a detention may be given.
B. LESSONS:
1. 5th-8th Grade Band/Choir students will have weekly lessons scheduled.
 5th grade will have one 45 minute weekly lessons scheduled out of their PE time.
 6th & 7th will have one 20 minute weekly lesson scheduled out of their PE time.
 8th Grade will have one 20 minute weekly lesson scheduled out of PE.
 7th-8th Grade Choir will have one 45 minute lesson once a week during PE or Lunch
Recess depending on schedule.
 5th-6th Grade Choir will have one 45 minute lesson once a week scheduled out of
their PE time.
2. A student who misses a lesson will lose points from their weekly grade and will be considered
and unexcused absence and a detention may be given.
C. PREPARATION:
1. Students should bring the following items to rehearsal:
 Chorus – pencil and music
 Band – 3-ring binder, pencil, music, and necessary supplies
a. Saxophones and clarinets players should always have at least three
good reeds in their case
b. Brass players need to have valve oil/slide lubricant in their case.
III.
PERFORMANCES
A. Students are expected to attend all performances in which they participate.
1. The performances were scheduled around other CIS events so there should be no CIS
conflicts. CIS concerts take precedence over all other non school related activities.
2. Students are expected to stay for the entire duration of a concert in which they are a
participant even if their ensemble is finished performing. Students may only leave early if
the parent/guardian has provided a note of explanation to Mrs. Randolph or Mrs. Houle prior
to the concert.
3. Excused absences include family emergencies and illness. Parent/guardian must call school or
provide written explanation of absence
4. Please check the attached Music Department Calendar and inform Mrs. Randolph or Mrs.
Houle of any conflicts no later than two weeks prior to the performance.
5. If a student misses a performance or leaves before the performance is completed, and the
absence is not excused, their final quarter grade will be lowered by two letters.
IV.
ENROLLMENT
Students who sign up for choir and band are expected to participate the ENTIRE SEMESTER
(two grading periods). A note from a parent/guardian is necessary for withdrawal. Just as it is
with any sport or organization, we need EVERYONE in order to succeed. Extra ordinary
circumstances will be dealt with at the discretion of the administration after consultation with
Mrs. Randolph, Mrs. Houle, and the parent/guardian.
V.
PERFORMANCE ATTIRE
For every concert, everyone is expected to wear the following:
 Girls:
 White blouse or button down shirt
 Black pants/skirt/capri pants
 Black sock/nylons/tights (if necessary)
 Black shoes (Please, no tennis shoes or flip flops)
 7th/8th girls have the option to wear a solid black dress (long enough to reach below the
knees when sitting)
 Boys:
 White button down shirt
 Tie is optional but highly recommended
 Black pants
 Black socks
 Black shoes (Please, no tennis shoes or flip flops)
th
 7 & 8th Grade Marching Band:
 CIS Music T-shirt
 Jeans
 White Socks
 Tennis Shoes
VI.
CARE OF SCHOOL EQUIPMENT AND MUSIC
A. Original Music
The music used in chorus is the property of Central Intermediate School District #51. Students
are expected to take care of their music and folder that is assigned. If original music is returned
with damages or is not returned at all, the students will be charged a fee to replace their copy.
B. Instrument:
 If renting a school owned instrument, see the rental agreement form.
 It is not recommended that students switch instruments once already receiving instruction on a
first instrument (unless the director thinks it would be better for the student). However, if a
parent finds it necessary to switch instruments, the director HIGHLY RECOMMENDS that the
student take private lessons on the new instrument. If the student does not take private lessons,
the director may move the student down to a band of his or her ability level.
VII.
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AWARDS
All 5th-8th Choir/Band students will receive a Certificate of Participation
Student in 6th, 7th, 8th may receive a letter or a pin if the participate in two (2) of the following:
o Band: Jazz Band, IMEA District Festival, IGSMA Solo & Ensemble Contest
o Choir: Boys Ensemble, IMEA District Festival, IGSMA Solo and Ensemble Contest, Peoria
Area Civic Festival Choir, Solo during Concert Performance, Piano Accompaniment of Choir
Concert Dates
Fall 2015 Semester
SEPTEMBER
Wed. 9th – 5th Grade Band Sign Up Night (3:30-6:00pm)
Sat. 19th- Morton Pumpkin Festival Parade 7th/8th Band (8am-12pm)
 This is a required performance for 7th/8th Grade Band
OCTOBER
Thurs. 1st – Fannie May Fundraiser Starts
 More information TBA
Fri. 2nd - Homecoming 7th/8th Band (11am-8pm)
 This is a required performance for 7th/8th Grade Band
Mon. 12h - IMEA Auditions - Petersburg, IL
 This is an opportunity for 7th and 8th Band/Choir members to audition for
the IMEA District 4 Festival. The performance is at WIU, November 14th.
 More information TBA
Tues. 13th - Fall 5th-8th CHOIR CONCERT
 7pm – CIS Holford Gym
 This is a required performance for all 5th-8th choir members
NOVEMBER
Sat. 14th - IMEA District 4 Festival (Western Illinois University-Macomb)
 More information TBA for those 7th/8th graders who were accepted.
Sat. 21st - IMEA District 4 JAZZ Festival (Quincy, IL)
 More information TBA for those 7th/8th graders who were accepted.
DECEMBER
Wed. 9th- Winter Band/Choir Concert-7pm (CIS Gym)
 6th, 7th, 8th Bands
 5th/6th Choir and 7th/8th Choir
 Jazz Band
 This is a required performance for 6th-8th Grade Band
 This is a required performance for 5th-8th Grade Choir
*Thurs. 17th- (5th-8th) Peoria Civic Choir Festival Rehearsal-Five Points –
 selected choir students – more info TBA
*Fri. 18th- (5th- 8th) Peoria Civic Choir Festival Performance-Five Points –
 selected choir students – more info TBA
Concert Dates
Spring 2016 Semester
January
Mon.25th – 5th Grade Band Concert-6:00pm
 This is a required concert for 5th grade Band members
February
Thurs.11th – Central “Coffee” Concert (7th/8th) -6:00pm
 This is a tentative concert to showcase Jazz Band, Soloists, and novelty
choral pieces - TENTATIVE
March
Solo & Ensemble Contest at ICC (Selected 6th–8th)
 These dates are still tentative. Some possibilities include:
March 4th/5th
March 11th/12th
 More information TBA
Tues. 22nd – Washington Township BAND Festival 7pm (7th/8th)
 Rehearsal during the day at Five Points – details TBA
 Five Points – Arrive at 6:30 for a 7pm start
 This is a required performance for 7th/8th Grade Band
APRIL
Thurs.14th – Washington Township Choir Festival (7th/8th) -5:20pm
 This is a required performance for 7th/8th Choir members
 Large Group rehearsal at 5:30pm, doors open at 6:30, 7pm concert start
MAY
Mon. 2nd – Spring BAND Concert - 7:00pm (CIS Gym)
 This is a required performance for 5th-8th Grade Band
 Arrive for warm-ups at 6:30
Tues. 3rd – Spring CHOIR Concert - 7:00pm (CIS Gym)
 This is a required performance for 5th-8th Grade Choir
 Arrive for warm-ups at 6:30
Other Performances that are yet to be scheduled
 Primary/Intermediate Arts Day
 7th/8th Field Trip
 Peoria Spring Music Festival “Brown Bag It”
 8th Grade Graduation (8th Choir Only)
Central Music Department T-Shirt Order From
$11.00
Student Name_______________________________
Youth Sizes:
Adult Sizes: S
M
M L
L
XL 2XL
Cash or Check Payable to:
Central D51
Please place order form and payment in envelope with
student name on front. All orders are due in the Choir
Room lock box by Thursday, August 27th 2015.
A second order will be placed on Friday,
September 11th 2015.
Central D51 Music
2012-2013
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Design Ink Colors:
Royal Blue/Turquoise
Garment Color:
Sports Gray
CIS Music Contract
It has been in our experience that most students can easily do both
ensembles during their entire year while maintaining their grades and
participating in extra-curricular activities. In fact, many of our students
have chosen to participate in chorus and band during their entire
Intermediate School years! Please discuss these options with your child and
return this form to Mrs. Randolph or Mrs. Houle by the start of their
participation.
_____Chorus and Band
_____Chorus Only
_____Band Only
Students: I have read the Music Handbook and I understand the
commitment and responsibilities that will be asked of me. I agree to abide
by the condition of this contract. I will follow classroom and school
expectations.
Student Signature___________________ Date: ___________
Grade:
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
Parents: I have read the Music Handbook and understand the commitment
and responsibilities that my child is willing to undertake. I will support the
director and the policies concerning the CIS Music Program and agree to
help my child abide by the commitments required.
Parent Signature______________________ Date: _________