The concert band is a performing group, a student organization and a class. The purpose of our full and sectional rehearsals will be to work on ensemble problems inherent in the music. For this reason, it is expected that you will attempt to solve individual technical problems in personal, private practice and come to band prepared to interface your prepared part with your fellow musicians. Regularly, but especially at the beginning and end of the semester, you will be asked to sightread music.
Attendance is necessary at all rehearsals and concerts.
If it is absolutely imperative that you miss a rehearsal, see me in advance. In case of illness, contact me as early in the day as possible. If you are ill, come see me as soon as you are well. You can be excused with a note from your doctor. For each absence, an absence form must be filled out and returned 7 days of the absence.