What is the first thing you should grab when you enter the band room?
A music stand!
Should we have our phones out during class?
No!
What is the first thing we do at the end of class?
Put instruments away.
When is the shoe order form due?
Friday, August 14th
What is our parade tune called?
Uma Thurman
What materials do you need for class? (4)
Pencil, music stand, instrument, music binder
What should we do if we need to use the restroom?
(2 steps)
Show the hand sign for restroom!
If Ms. Hollis says yes, use the smart pass kiosk at the front of the room.
What is the second thing we do at the end of class?
Put music stands away on the cart.
When is the syllabus due?
Friday, August 14th
What is Ms. Hollis's favorite drink?
Coffee!
How do we know what music to have out on our stand first?
What could you do while Ms. Hollis is working with another section?
Look ahead in the music at a tricky part (work through notes, rhythms, etc.)
What is the role of the row manager?
Are they the only person who should do this job?
The row manager fixes up the rows before they leave.
No, everyone should help by fixing their own chairs.
When do I need my binder and tab dividers by?
Monday, August 17th
What foot do we march with first?
Left!
How long should it take you to get ready?
2 minutes tops! We start two minutes after band has begun (HS).
We start right at 8:44! (JH)
How many reeds do you get for free from Ms. Hollis per semester?
How much do clarinet reeds cost?
How much do saxophone reeds cost?
2
$2 Clarinet
$3 Saxophone
What is the row of the stand cart manager?
Are they the only person who should do this job?
The stand cart manager ensures that the stand cart has been filled correctly and has as many stands as it can fit. The remaining stands are to be tucked in next to it.
Everyone is responsible for putting their own stand away on the rack. The manager ensures it was done properly.
Should we touch instruments that we do not play?
No! If you are not a percussionist, you should not touch percussion equipment. Period.