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WEST
SALEM
MIDDLE
SCHOOL
BAND
HANBOOK
GO
PANTHERS!
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Table of Contents
This is a resource book to help your family understand the
requirements of our performance class of BAND.
For access to this handbook, schedules, and other band info,
go to this website:
http://www.wsalem.k12.wi.us/content/our-schools/middle-school/fine-arts/band
Daily Expectations Page 3
Home Practice Expectations Page 3
Assessments Page 4
Band Grading Page 5
Lesson Information Page 6
Performance Policy Page 6
Performance Uniform Page 8
Music Co-Curricular Activites Page 9
• Color Guard
• Jazz Band
Ordering Supplies Page 9
Music Store Info Page 10
Suggested Products Page 11
WSMS Music Calendar Page 12
Student & Parent Contract Page 13
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Daily Expectations
• Be prepared for class and in your seat with all needed materials within
two minutes of the start of class. There is a countdown timer on the
front screen. Please read the screen for instructions. Assemble your
instrument and begin your warm-up before the timer hits 0:00.
• Please make sure to warm-up properly at a soft to medium volume only.
Please no blasting!
• No gum chewing is allowed. All gum must be spit out before going to
your seat.
• Be respectful of others in the class, including the director (student
teacher, substitute teacher, etc.).
• Be respectful of all materials used – instruments, music, folders, etc.
• Only percussionists may play on the school percussion equipment.
• Please plan on using the restroom before coming into class.
• BE WILLING TO TRY - AIM TO GET BETTER - YOU CAN DO IT!
Home Practice Expectations
Growth and progress on a musical instrument comes with commitment to
working on music exercises and songs at home. The minimum requirement
is ONE HOUR every week, which is best broken into at least 4, 15-minute
sessions. More sessions of shorter times are better than 1 or 2 longer
practice sessions per week.
Students will actively record their exercises, using their iPad and GOOGLE
CLASSROOM. This is how we will know home practice is taking place.
Our most successful students practice 6-7 days a week for 20 or more
minutes each time.
Make practice a fun time by using our practice strategies and work for
speed by timing your exercises.
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Assessments
All students will be evaluated according to the Wisconsin State Music
Standards.
Most Band assessments are evaluated using a 5-4-3 scoring system which
define the skills being assessed. At times, rubrics will be used for lessons,
projects, and concerts, among other assessments. It is expected that students
will complete all lessons and assignments to the best of their ability.
Assignments not turned in and incomplete lessons will be entered into Skyward
with a “0” and will negatively impact a student’s grade. Assignments can be
turned in through the end of the trimester for partial credit. Students may have
the option to re-do an assignment if they feel they can improve upon their
performance. Students need to talk to their lesson teacher for those
opportunities.
Lessons
Students will receive an assignment at each lesson that needs to be prepared for
the next scheduled lesson. Lessons should be approached like tests in other
classes. The scores will be based on the student’s preparation and
demonstration of correctly played rhythms and pitches, as well as demonstrating
proper usage of music terms and symbols. Students are expected to have a
minimum of 60 minutes of practice per week. This is the minimum requirement.
Students will also be expected to make recordings of their lesson exercises in
preparation for each lesson. This will be done on the school issued iPad and
submitted in GOOGLE CLASSROOM.
Performances
Students in grades 6-8 will participate in all scheduled performances as indicated
on the calendar. Concerts/marching performances are a class project and a
requirement to receive a passing grade in the course. Please read the
Performance Policy on Page 6. Band Students in Grades 7-8 will participate in
four graded marching performances (Band Night, Torch Light Parade,
Homecoming Parade, & June Dairy Days Parade).
Music Theory
Students in band will have a few in class assignments and quizzes on basic
music vocabulary, symbols, and concepts. There is no outside of class
homework, outside of instrument practicePage 5
Band Grading
• Lessons are worth 40% of the overall grade. This is our opportunity to
work with students one-on-one or in small groups. Students will be graded
on performance on the required exercises.
Lesson Scoring will be done on a 5-4-3 system based on:
RHYTHM, PITCH, & MUSICAL DETAILS
5 = Proficient - Demonstrates accuracy - Will show up as 100% (A)
4 = Near Proficient - A few errors to correct - Will show up as 80% (B-)
3 = Not Prepared - Struggles to show skills - Will show up as 60% (D)
0 = Not Complete - Will remain a “0” until the lesson skills are
demonstrated
• Performance Units are worth 25% of the overall grade. Students must
participate in the group concert. Students who have an excused absence
must perform their concert music for the instructor AND also listen to the
recorded concert and fill out a critique of the event. For 7th & 8th Grade,
the marching performances will count as one collective unit.
• Rehearsal Techniques are worth 20% of the overall grade. This will be
based directly on technique and skill displayed during rehearsal time.
Readiness for class will also be considered. This includes being ready on
time with all needed materials (instrument, reeds, music, pencil, iPad, etc.)
• Music Theory Worksheets/Quizzes are worth 15% and will be completed
in class. This is the part of band in which students understand the basics
of music notation, music symbols, vocabulary, and concepts.Page 6
Lesson Information
• Each student will be scheduled for a lesson approximately 10-12
minutes in length once every 8 school days. Lessons are scheduled
during music class, Panther Time (Enrichment), and occasionally
during recess. Before or after school lessons may be available if
requested by the student.
• Lesson schedules will be posted outside of the band room.
• Students must come to their lessons on time. While waiting for the
previous lesson to finish, band students should get music
(instruments) ready and warm-up.
• If the director is gone for the day, the lessons will still continue with the
substitute teacher.
• If a student misses a lesson, a make-up lesson should be scheduled
immediately with the teacher. You need to be responsible in taking
care of this responsibility.
Performance Policy
•Since band is a performance-based class, all concerts are used as an
important evaluation tool for the class.
•Parades/marching events are also required for 7th and 8th grade band
students.
•Please check the schedule and reserve dates in advance to avoid
conflicts. Please notify your music teacher(s) of any excused
absences (vacations, weddings, etc) at least 2 weeks in advance.
For excused absences, an alternative assignment will be given to the
student, to be completed within one week of the missed performance.
It is unacceptable to notify of a conflict with less than the 2 week window.
Your child plays an important role in our performing group and we may
have to make personnel changes if your child is gone.Page 7
•An UNEXCUSED absence could result in a Failing grade for that term.
•All performing activities are scheduled before the beginning of the school
year. These dates are listed in the back of this WSMS Band Handbook
and can also be found on the district website at this link:
http://www.wsalem.k12.wi.us/content/our-schools/middle-school/fine-arts/band
•Conflicts that occur with school events will be resolved by the music
teachers and activity advisors. If there is a conflict with a non-school
event (club sport, dance, etc.), please give those coaches/advisors
ample notice of your child’s required class performance.
•With parades, it is possible that you may be involved with other activities
that have an entry in the same parade. As a member of the marching
band, you will be expected to participate with the band as it is a required
performance. This is not because we feel that the band is more
important, but rather it is because other groups are involved in the
parade in a non-performance role.
•Please understand that by signing the handbook form, you clearly
understand this part of the arrangement.Page 8
Performance Uniform
The following “uniform” will be required for all
6th, 7th and 8th grade music students for concert
choir, concert band, solo & ensemble festival,
marching band, and jazz band:
BLACK WEST SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL
POLO SHIRT ($15 paid at start of year)
(8th Grade still has the Orange Shirt)
BLACK PANTS - You Provide
NOTE: Athletic pants, capris, and shorts are not
acceptable for performance.
BLACK BELT - Optional
BLACK SOCKS & SHOES
There should be no skin showing
below the waistline, especially at the
ankles. Black uniform from waistline
to toes.Page 9
Music Co-Curricular Activities
These co-curricular music groups are available to WSMS students. Please
read through the requirements/expectations for these optional groups.
Students involved in any of these groups are subject to the requirements of
the WSMS co-curricular/extracurricular conduct code.
• Color Guard is available to all 7th and 8th Grade students at WSMS.
Auditions may be necessary if there is enough interest. Color Guard
begins at camp in August and runs through Homecoming in September.
The Color Guard also participates with the June Dairy Days Parade.
• Jazz Band is open to WSMS 7th and 8th Band students and meets
Wednesdays from 7:00-7:40am, starting in October and ending in April.
Non-band students may be used on rhythm section instruments (drum set,
guitar, bass guitar, piano) if no band student has filled those openings.
Please commit to all scheduled performances if you choose to participate
in this group. Students involved with athletics may still participate with jazz
band.
Ordering Supplies
We are very fortunate to have two outstanding music stores in La Crosse,
which service our school district. SSE Music and Leithold Music both send
store representatives weekly to our schools to deliver supplies and pick up
instruments needing repair. Items such as reeds, valve oil, lesson books,
and drum sticks will need to be ordered from these stores either in person,
by phone, or online. Both stores provide a secure internet shopping site,
and free delivery to our band room is provided using the codes listed below.
We have a handful of reeds and miscellaneous supplies that we are clearing
out. Once they are gone, all items need to be ordered through the stores.
Please consult the list of recommended products on the next page.Page 10
Music Store Info
SSE Music Leithold Music
Toll free: 1-800-795-2850 Toll free: 1-800-288-9743
Web: www.ssemusic.com Web: www.leitholdmusic.com
Coupon Code: wetmsba Coupon Code: student
Special Instructions for SSE Music Online Orders:
1. Go to www.ssemusic.com and click on the “accessories” key.
2. Choose a category and browse to choose the items you need.
You may also “search” to quickly find what you need.
3. Click on “buy” to make your order.
4. You may change quantities or continue shopping. When finished,
click on “checkout.”
5. When completing your checkout, please type in your child’s name
in the “additional information” field.
6. Remember the coupon code for free delivery. Enter this in the
“Coupon or Discount Number” field
7. This is a secure transaction. Credit card info will not be kept on
file from an internet order.Page 11
Suggested Products - Band
The following products are ranked in order of quality and preference. As
with most things, higher quality comes at a higher price, so it is your
decision as to which brands to order:
Reeds for Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone,
and Baritone Saxophone :
1. Vandoren Please indicate strength: “2½” for 6th grade
2. Rico Royal &
3. Juno “3” for 7th & 8th grade
4. Rico (unless told different)
Oboe Reeds:
1. Jones Please indicate strength:
2. Lester “Medium soft” for 6th
3. Fox “Medium” for 7th & 8th
4. Renard
Bassoon Reeds: (unless told different)
1. Fox Renard
2. Emerald
Cork Grease/Oils/Slide Cream/Other Lubricants: all pretty much the
same (Al Cass “Fast” Valve Oil and “Superslick” trombone slide cream are
preferred)
If you have questions on products please feel free to contact Mr. Waldhart.Page 12
2018-2019 West Salem
Middle School BAND
DATE TIME WHO? EVENT/LOCATION
2018
Aug. 22 1:00-5:00pm Band 7/8 MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD CAMP @ WSMS
Aug. 23 8:00am-12noon Band 7/8 MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD CAMP @ WSMS
Aug. 24 8:00am-12noon Band 7/8 MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD CAMP @ WSMS
Sep. 14 5:30-9:00pm Band 7/8 BAND NIGHT w/ WSHS Marching Band
Sep. 27 5:30-9:00pm Band 7/8 TORCH LIGHT PARADE in La Crosse (parade at 7pm)
Sep. 28 1:30-3:00pm Band 7/8 HOMECOMING PARADE (parade at 2pm)
Oct. 16 6:30-7:45pm Band 6 PREVIEW CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 7pm)
Dec. 11 5:30-6:45pm Band 7 WINTER CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 6pm)
7:00-8:15pm Band 8 WINTER CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 7:30pm)
2019
Jan. 10 3:30-8:30pm Band 7/8 RECITAL NIGHT @ WSMS
Jan. 19 All Day Select Group NBA-WC Junior All-State Band @ UW-Eau Claire
Jan. 22 6:30-7:45pm Band 6 WINTER CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 7pm)
Jan. 28 6:30-8:30pm Jazz DISTRICT JAZZ CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 7pm)
Feb. 1 All Day Select Group UWEC Middle School Honor Band @ UW-Eau Claire
Feb. 23 8:00am-3:30pm Optional WSMA DISTRICT SOLO & ENSEMBLE @ Bangor HS
Feb. 27 In Class Band 7/8 WSMA CONCERT BAND CLINIC in WSMS Band Room
Mar. 12 6:30-8:15pm Band 6/7/8 WSMS BAND EXTRAVAGANZA in the NEW GYM!
(concert at 7pm)
Mar. 13 During School Select Group PIANO SOLO & ENSEMBLE FESTIVAL @ Ona Luther
Mar. 28 6:00-6:45pm Jazz JAZZ PERFORMANCE AT Beginner Program @ WSES
Apr. 6 Noon-1:30pm Jazz JAZZ AT SOLO & ENSEMBLE @ Heider Center
May 13 5:30-6:45pm Band 6 SPRING CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 6pm)
7:00-8:15pm Band 7 SPRING CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 7:30pm)
May 20 6:30-7:45pm Band 8 SPRING CONCERT @ Heider Center (concert at 7pm)
May 24 All Day Band 8 KALAHARI BAND FESTIVAL @ Wisconsin Dells Kalahari
June 2 11:30am-1:30pm Band 7/8 JUNE DAIRY DAYS PARADE (parade at noon)
June 11-14, 17-21 afternoons HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND CAMP
for 8th Graders enrolled in HS Band for 2019-2020
Aug. 21-23 times TBD 7th & 8th GRADE BAND & COLOR GUARD CAMP
for 6th & 7th Graders enrolled in MS Band for 2019-2020Page 13
BAND STUDENT & PARENT CONTRACT
Student’s name _______________ _________________________________ Grade________
First Last
Address_________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone________________________ Cell Phone__________________________
Would you prefer notifications via TEXT MESSAGE? YES NO
Email(s)__________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Names_____________________________________________________
I am enrolled in: BAND BOTH CHOIR & BAND
If in band: Instrument__________________________ Rent Own School
(circle one)
Other Information
(special needs or medical information that would be helpful when traveling)
ALL Music Students, please return this slip by Friday, September 7
✓ I (parents & student) have read this music handbook.
✓ I understand the expectations of this class, lessons, and performances and will make
every effort to meet those expectations.
✓ I am aware of the performance dates and understand that all marked performances are a
requirement of the class.
Student Signature ___________________________________________ Date____________
Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________________ Date____________You can also read
