Instruments
Drum sticks!
True or false: You need to bring your own folder to band every day.
True: You should probably get a good plastic one so that it lasts the whole year. 6th & 7th graders should keep their red book in their folders.
How many people can be out of the room at one time?
TWO - there are only two passes.
True or false: Participation is 50% of your grade in band.
True - show up, be prepared, do the right thing & you'll be good to go!
What do clarinet, saxophone, and oboe players need to bring every day in ADDITION to their instruments?
Reeds: there are links for good reeds in the Band Guidelines
True or false: You should have a PEN on your stand every day.
FALSE: PENCIL ONLY!!
How do you let Ms. Warno know if you need to use the bathroom or get a drink?
Hand signals!
25%
Brass players should have these two things in their cases
Valve oil and/or slide grease
Should you bring your chromebook to band and lessons?
Yes! WILL use it, but not every day.
How many minutes after the bell do we start class?
Three
How many lessons do you need to attend each quarter?
All of them - the schedule will be done soon! There will be make-up lessons available, too. Lessons & concert attendance are 25% of your grade.
What 4 instruments can NOT be rented through JFK?
Flutes, Clarinets, Alto Saxophones, Trumpets - you must go to a music store for these
What do I do with the Warm Up books at the end of the period?
LEAVE THEM! They live on the stands and should not be moved.
What happens when Ms. Warno steps onto the podium?
SILENCE
What date is the Memorial Day parade?
Monday, May 29th (7th & 8th grade only)
Where can I find rental information and links to necessary supplies?
What color is the method book that the 6th and 7th graders will be using this year?
Red - Tradition of Excellence, the one from Elementary School
What should percussionists be doing while everyone else is packing up?
Putting everything away NEATLY
What are our two concert dates?
December 13th and May 18th