Marshfield Jazz Band Commitment Contract
The Marshfield Jazz Band’s history is characterized by a tradition of excellence with a state-wide reputation. This is due to the hard work of those in the past, the high level of quality we expect, and the outstanding behavior and attitude of our students. Because of these high expectations, we have the tradition of excitement and achievement to maintain and to build upon.
Each student is vital to
the Jazz Band’s success. Jazz Band is different than concert band in that Jazz
Band, there is only one person per part.
Each part is extremely important and cannot function without the rest. If a
part is missing, then it affects the whole piece of music. In concert band,
there are many students covering each part, so if a person is absent, the band
can still perform with little to no problems. As a jazz band member, it is
imperative that ALL students be in attendance at each and every rehearsal as
well as performances.
Please take a look at the performance dates. If there is a problem, please let us know as soon as possible. We have already secured school transportation for this school year. Jazz festival registration will begin next month. If we cannot go to a festival and have already registered, we will loose the $500 it costs for us to attend. We have budgeted only for these festivals, so if we loose the money, we cannot attend another festival. Also, most festivals fill up completely by the end of December, so if we don’t register early, we loose out. It’s just how the system works.
Please look over the performance dates and secure them on your calendar. Think about college auditions, family reunions, etc. If it is a work conflict, then you must change your work schedule. If you are in a spring sport, we will give up some rehearsals, but you must be at the performances.
Please look over the rehearsal schedule and secure them on your calendar. Work will not be excused. Please give your employer a copy of this schedule in advance, or let them know in advance about these rehearsals. Also, if you need extra help with another teacher, please find another time. They will be willing to work with you before/after school and/or choice time.
***Failure to make a commitment to the jazz band will result in being replaced***
These guidelines are set-up for the success of the group. When everyone is present, great things can occur during the rehearsals. When the rehearsals are successful, the performances are going to be outstanding. Setting high expectations will get you very high results. We all want to attain the very best we can. In doing so, we will create an out of this world, top-notch ensemble.
Jazz Band Guidelines
v Come to rehearsal ready to work!
v Be on time every time which means be ready to begin playing at the start of each rehearsal (Jazz Band 1 - 4 o’clock during Sept, Oct, Nov; 3:30 the rest of the year)(Jazz Band 2 – 5 o’clock all year).
v Stay until rehearsal in finished.
v Have a pencil at every rehearsal.
v Have your music at every rehearsal and performance.
v Have correct supplies: reeds, mouthpieces, mutes, sticks, brushes, cords, etc.
v Have a good attitude. No one likes to be around people who constantly put others down. We are a team, let’s help each other.
v Learn your music! This means you will be required to practice outside the “once a week” jazz rehearsal. If we want to reach our goal and play difficult music and succeed at festivals, we have to spend time learning and working out our own parts.
v Listen to jazz music—as much as you can!!!!
Jazz Band Travel
v In accordance will school policy, students will travel only in school-approved or school-provided vehicles to an event. Other arrangements will be made only if special circumstances are involved and if they are approved by the school administration.
v When we travel, you represent yourself, your band program, your school, and your community. Remember “Marshfield” is written on the bus for all to see.
v Be respectful to everyone. Please respect those who are performing regardless of their skill level.
v Always bring your instrument, music, mutes, uniform and money for lunch/dinner to all festivals.
Jazz Band 1 Uniform
v Black pants (or skirt)
v white long sleeve button up shirt with collar
v black shoe
v black sock
v jazz band tie (school provides)
Jazz Band 2 Uniform
v Jazz Band T-Shirt
v Khaki pants
Marshfield Jazz Band Commitment Contract
I have read the Marshfield Jazz Band Commitment Contract and understand my role and responsibilities as a member of the Jazz Band. I hereby agree to do my very best at all times. I know the dates of all rehearsals and performances and have secured all the performance dates. I understand the importance of attending all rehearsals.
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Student Signature Date Telephone
As Band Parents, we too have read the Jazz Band Commitment Contract and will help our son or daughter fulfill their role and responsibilities to the jazz band. We understand when all the performances are and have secured those dates. We understand the importance of our son or daughter attending all rehearsals. We also know that if our son or daughter does not make a commitment to the jazz band, they will be replaced.
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Parent Signature Date Telephone
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Parent Signature Date Telephone