Wichita High School East

Band Handbook
2022

Director of Bands—Maranda Wilson

[email protected]

Assist. Director of Bands—Carla Chapman

[email protected]

Office Phone: 973-7280

Website: wichitaeastband.weebly.com

Twitter: @wichitaeastband

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 Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome to the Wichita High School East Band Program! It is my hope that this
handbook will help you better understand the expectations of students enrolled in
band at East High School. Participating in band in high school develops skills like
creativity, responsibility, work ethic, time management, team building, problem
solving, and communication, as well as developing musicianship skills that enrich
a person’s life.

The East High Bands have a long tradition of excellence, and together we will
continue the tradition with hard work and dedication.

This handbook will answer many of your questions, but feel free to contact me if
you have concerns. I am dedicated to the success of each and every student
enrolled in band!

Sincerely,

Maranda Wilson, Director of Bands

[email protected]
316-973-7280

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Course Content
Band at East High is a year-long class that requires previous experience in band in middle
school. In this class, students will work on their musicianship skills through performance on their
instrument. Students will have the opportunity to explore creativity and interpretation of music
through a varied selection of repertoire in both marching and concert band settings.
There are two bands at East High School. Varsity Band meets during 1st hour and Jr. Varsity
meets during 2nd hour.
*Students wishing to be in the Varsity Band must be recommended by the directors
based on evaluations in four areas: playing ability, marching ability, attendance, and
attitude.

East High School Band Goals

o Create high standards of excellence through quality music performances.

o Grow and develop musically each day.
o Learn high levels of self-discipline, responsibility, and cooperation (Be the Best People!).
o Learn to enrich one’s life through the Art of Music.

Guidelines to Success
CARE--Collaboration/Accountability/Respect/Engagement

C—Am I a team player?

A—Can you count on me to do my part?
R—Do I treat others with Dignity?
E—Am I giving 100%?

The success of any musical organization depends on the daily accomplishments in rehearsals.
The band room is our classroom and in order to meet our goals, we must follow certain
expectations to keep an orderly, organized atmosphere. I have come up with 3 basic
expectations that I believe encompass everything.

1. Be Prompt, Present, and Prepared

2. Respect Others and Property
3. Bring a Pencil to Every Rehearsal

Students who do not adhere to classroom expectations will be subject to discipline action which
may include loss of points, detentions, referral to administrator, and removal from class.

Grades
Grades are derived from three areas: daily participation, performances, playing/written
assignments and assessments:

Daily Participation 35%

This includes all rehearsals on the schedule. Students must have instrument, music, and pencil
at every rehearsal and must show maximum effort to receive all the points.
Assignments and Assessments 25%
This includes all written assignments, performance assessments, playing tests, self-evaluations,
etc. It is the student’s responsibility to turn in all assignments and assessments.
Performances 40%
Improper performance attire, behavior concerns, and lack of preparation will each result
in grade reduction.
Absence (excused or unexcused) Loss of Points
Tardy to class/performance Loss of ½ Points

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Daily points can be made up for excused absences by practicing on your own for 30 minutes
for each class period missed. Performance points can be made up for excused absences by
hand writing a 2-page paper on a famous composer. Unexcused absences cannot be made
up.

Attendance Policy
The only excusable absences are prearranged school conflicts and those that would be
excused by the school for regular attendance records, e.g. illness, death in the family, etc.
Individual needs will be addressed as they occur. The following procedures must be followed by
the student and parent in the case of any absence.
• The director must be notified in advance.
• An anticipated absence form must be filled out and approved by the director. Simply
completing a form does not guarantee approval.
• For illness, a parental note or doctor’s excuse must be submitted.
• Although cleared by the school office, absences from a band activity that same day must
be cleared with the director as well (phone call or email to the band director).

Resolving conflicts between band and other activities or events is the responsibility of the
student. Rehearsal and performance schedules are given out in advance so that arrangements
can be made. Work is not an excuse for missing any band activity.

Example:

East High Band Date: ___________________

Anticipated Absence Form

In the case of an anticipated absence from a required band performance (or rehearsal outside of school),
please complete this form and return to Mrs. Wilson one week in advance of the missed performance.

Name: ____________________________________ Grade: _________________

Date of Absence: _______________________________________________________________

Specific Reason for Absence:

______________________________________________________________

Parent Signature: _______________________________________________________________

Kansas Music Standards

Music is core to academic growth and central to the education of every student.

Music Education is an essential, vibrant part of life. Learning, performing, creating, and appreciating music brings
meaning and richness to our heritage and culture. Music Education is a positive influence in the lives and education
of students and society as a whole. Music Education facilitates learning in other subjects and enhances skills that
children inevitably use in all areas of life.

Standard 1: Creating Conceiving and developing new artistic ideas and work.
Standard 2: Performing Realizing artistic ideas and work through interpretation and
presentation.
Standard 3: Responding Understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaning.

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Performance Attire
Wear your uniform with pride! Pride in yourself and pride in what and who you represent!
Marching Band—Full uniform for includes white gloves, all-black marching shoes, and
black socks. Band t-shirt is to be worn under uniform.
• Each student will be required to sign a contract regarding the care of the uniform.
• Each student will be required to purchase marching shoes, gloves, and a band t-shirt.
• Hair extending past the collar will be worn up inside the hat.
• Rings worn on the fingers are permitted under gloves. Only post earrings should be
worn, nothing dangling. All other jewelry visible outside of the uniform is inappropriate.
• A complete uniform should be always displayed in public unless specifically authorized
by the band director.
• When not being worn, uniform should be hung on hanger properly and taken home.
• Uniform should be kept in the garment bag with the student’s name showing on the bag.

Concert Band—All students will be required to wear concert black.

Concert Black includes long black dress or skirt (past the knee with black opaque tights, no
bare skin showing) or black dress pants and a long-sleeved black dress shirt (black tie
optional). Belts should be black. All students should wear black dress shoes with black
socks or tights, no tennis shoes. No t-shirts, jeans, leggings, or revealing clothing.

Pep Band/Basketball Band—Pep Band t-shirt (required) and jeans or school appropriate
shorts. This will be your ticket into basketball games.
Please make appropriate arrangements to have these items for each performance.

Policies for Performances

➢ Students will sit as a group within a designated area for their ensemble only. Great ensembles
look organized all times. Our conduct is a vital portion of the impression we leave with the public.
During football and basketball games, non-band members will not be permitted to sit in the
band area—only band members and staff members are allowed.
➢ There is to be no talking while sitting in the audience at concerts. You must set the example for
the rest of the audience members.
➢ Do not bring cell phones or other handheld electronic devices to performances.
➢ No gum, food or drinks allowed in the auditorium or on stage.
➢ Each student is required to stay for the entire performance.
➢ Smoking, profanity, and/or any possession or use of alcoholic beverages or controlled substance
while in uniform or representing East High Band is absolutely prohibited.
➢ The East High Marching and Pep Bands will be given third quarter off. Third quarter procedures:
o All members will be expected to be back in their seats, ready to play, before third quarter
expires. Attendance will be taken.
o Be sure your instrument is safe while you are gone. Watch your instrument carefully! Be
very selective as to where you lay it down.
o Remain in full uniform during the entire break.
o Do not bring food or drink back to the band area.
o Do not leave the stadium without permission. Early dismissal of a student from a game
will require notifying the band director with a note from a parent/guardian prior to game
day and personal contact with the band director by student and parent/guardian at the
time of departure.
Those who fail to comply with the above rules will lose performance points or their third quarter
privilege for the following game.

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 Required Materials
All students will be required to have a pencil, music, and instrument in good working condition at
every rehearsal and performance. Some school instruments are available for rent. See Ms.
Wilson for fees and availability.

Each student must also provide their own:

Woodwinds
o Lyre and flip folder for marching
o 2 working reeds at all times (except flutes)
o Instrument swab
o Name tag for instrument case

Brass
o Lyre and flip folder for marching
o Valve/slide/rotor oil
o Name tag for instrument case
o Trumpets—straight mute (cup mute also recommended)

Percussion
o Each student must pay a rental fee which includes the use of all marching and concert
percussion instruments.
o Stick bag including- 1 pair of SD1 Snare Drumsticks, M5 Medium Hard Rubber
Keyboard Mallets, and M14 Soft Poly-Ball Keyboard Mallets, Vic Firth TI Timpani
Mallets, and marimba mallets Vic Firth M3 or M124, Pitch pipe or tuning app on
phone
These items can be purchased at any music store. If you need help with expenses, please let
me know so we can work something out.
Repairs
Repair of a student owned instrument is the responsibility of the student. If a repair is needed on
a school owned instrument, please bring the instrument to the band director as soon as the
problem is detected. An instrument repair form needs to be filled out for any repairs on school
instruments. Any repairs need to be taken care of before or after class, not during.
Music
Each student will be issued one set of music. If the music is lost or torn, the student will be
responsible to pay for replacement music. Mark your music in pencil only!

Recommended “Step Up” Mouthpieces

An easy way to improve a musician’s sound is by switching to a more advanced mouthpiece. Here is a list of
recommended brands/models. It is highly recommended that a performer try out several mouthpieces before
purchasing in order to achieve the best sound possible.
Clarinet: Vandoren B45 or 5RV (Rovner ligature)
Saxophone: Selmer C*(Rovner ligature)
Trumpet: Bach 7C or 3C
Horn: Schilke 29 or 30, Yamaha 29D4, 30C4, or 31D4
Trombone: Bach 6 ½ AL (small shank), Bach 5G or Benge 6 ½ ALL (large shank)
Euphonium: Bach 6 ½ AL, Schilke 51D
Tuba: Bach 22 or 18, Helleberg 120S

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Recommended Method Books
All Instruments
Rubank Intermediate and Advanced Method

Flute
The Art and Practice of Modern Flute Technique by William Kincaid
Eck Method for Flute by Emil Eck
Exercisis Journaliers –Flute by H. Altes

Clarinet
Forty Studies for Clarinet, Bk 1 by C. Rose
Klose’s Celebrated Method for Clarinet by Hyancinthe Eleonor Klose
Melodious and Progressive Studies by David L. Hite

Oboe
Barrett Oboe Method by A. M. R. Barrett
Fifty Classical Studies for the Oboe by Gunther Joppig
Practical and Progressive Oboe Method by Albert J. Andraud

Bassoon
Practical Method for the Bassoon by J. Weissenborn

Saxophone
Thirty-five Melodious and Technical Exercises: Saxophone by D. Gatti
Universal Method for the Saxophone by Paul de Ville

Trumpet
Arban’s Complete Conservatory Method by Jean-Baptiste Arban
Daily Drills and Technical Studies for Trumpet by Max Schlossberg
Technical Studies by Herbert L. Clark

Horn
First Book of Practical Studies for Cornet and Trumpet by Robert W. Getchell
Lyrical Studies for Horn by Guiseppe Concone
Sixty Studies for Horn (2 volumes) by G. Kopprasch

Trombone/Euphonium
Arban’s Famous Method for Trombone by Jean-Baptiste Arban
Daily Drills and Technical Studies for Trombone by Max Schlossberg
Melodious Etudes, Book 1 and 2 by Joannes Rochut
Method for Trombone/Euphonium by Herbert L. Clark

Tuba
Arban’s Complete Method for Tuba by Jean-Baptiste Arban

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Suggested Listening
Tone is the quality of the sound produced on an instrument. Achieving good tone is probably the most elusive and abstract part of
playing an instrument, yet it is also the most important part. One of the best ways to achieve great tone is to work with a private teacher
who can play with and for the student. A second way is to listen to lots of performances and recordings. Below is a list of
recommended performers to get you started.

FULL BAND: Eastman Wind Ensemble, Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Dallas Wind Symphony, President’s Own Marine Band
FLUTE: Jean-Pierre Rampal, James Galway, Jazz performers: Bud Shank, Hubert Laws, Frank Wess (with Count Basie)
OBOE: Heinz Holliger, Nancy Ambrose King, John De Lancie, John Mack, Harold Gomberg, Marcel Tabateau.
CLARINET: Robert Marcellus, Harold Wright, David Schifrin, Richard Stoltzman. Jazz Performers: Benny Goodman, Eddie Daniels.
SAXOPHONE: Marcel Mulé, Vincent Abato, Eugene Rousseau, Eugene Bozza, Laura Hunter, Harvey Pittel, Branford Marsalis. Jazz
performers: Charlie Parker, Stan Getz, Sonny Rollins, Phil Woods, Joshua Redmond, John Coltrane, Lester Young, Gerry Mulligan,
Harry Carney.
BASSOON: Sherman Walt, Claus Thunemann, John Miller, Christopher Weait, Judith Leclaire, Frank Morelli, Milan Turcovic.
WOODWIND QUINTETS: (flute, oboe, clarinet, french horn and bassoon): Dorian Woodwind Quintet, Philadelphia Woodwind
Quintet, New York Woodwind Quintet.
TRUMPET: Maurice Andre, Armando Ghitalla, Wynton Marsalis (crosses styles and is equally good in classical and jazz), Christopher
Martin. Jazz performers: Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, Dizzie Gillespie, Chuck Mangione, Maynard Ferguson, Freddie Hubbard.
HORN: Hermann Baumann, Froydis Ree Werke, Barry Tuckwell, Dennis Brain, Alan Civil, Phil Farkas.
TROMBONE: Christian Lindberg, John Swallow, Bradnimir Slokar. Jazz performers: Melba Liston (The first professional woman jazz
trombone player), Hal Crook, JJ Johnson, Slide Hampton, Frank Rosolino, Bill Watrous.
BARITONE/EUPHONIUM: Brian Bowman, Robert Childs, Nicholas Childs, Roger Behrend, Jean-Pierre Chevallier. Jazz performer:
Rich Matteson.
TUBA: Patrick Sheridan, Sam Pilafian, Roger Bobo, Dan Perantoni, Gene Pokorny, Jim Self
BRASS ENSEMBLES: Canadian Brass, Dallas Brass, Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass, Mnozil Brass.
PERCUSSION: Jazz Drumset performers: Max Roach, Buddy Rich, Louie Belson, Art Blakey, Elvin Jones, Mel Lewis, Peter Erskine,
Cindy Blackman. Vibraphone: Gary Burton, Lionel Hampton. Marimba: Keiko Abe, Evelyn Glynnie. Check out videos on VicFirth.com
and drummerworld.com.

Rehearsal Guide

➢ To Be Early Is To Be On Time!
➢ When you enter the room, check the board for any announcements or special instructions. Get your
music and instrument and take your seat.
➢ Reeds, valve oil, and any other accessories should be brought to your seat before rehearsal begins.
Repairs of any kind should be taken care of before or after rehearsal, not during rehearsal.
➢ Loud playing as a warm-up and noise for “noise’s sake” is a sign of immature musicianship and will not
be tolerated in our ensemble. Please use proper warm-up techniques (e.g. long tones, scales, excerpts
from music, etc.)
➢ Rehearsal begins when the director steps onto the podium. At this time, all talking and playing will stop.
➢ When the director is rehearsing a particular section, (trumpets, clarinets, etc.) there is to be no talking.
Sit quietly and listen or look at your part and mentally rehearse; be ready when your section is called
upon to play.
➢ Bring a pencil to every rehearsal. Never mark your music with ink.
➢ Be responsible for all of your music and keep it safely in your folder.
➢ When you are dismissed, put your music and instrument in the appropriate places and wait for the bell
to leave the room.
➢ Do not bring food, candy, gum, or drinks into the band room.
➢ Our band room should be kept clean and orderly. Books, clothing, and trash should not be left lying
around.

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Recommended Private Teachers
Instrument Name Contact
All Instruments Senseney Music https://senseneymusic.com/music-lessons/
All Instruments Airhouse Music https://www.airhousemusic.com/teachers/
Bassoon Kimme Whittemore 651-0339 [email protected]
Bassoon Zachary Hague 574.238.4682 [email protected] Wichita State
Woodwinds and Piano Merrilee Tuinstra 685-3235 [email protected]
Clarinet Rachelle Goter 729-0583 [email protected] Wichita State
Clarinet Chris Johnson [email protected] Friends University
Clarinet Charisse Tierney 283-1414 [email protected]
Clarinet Laurie Thornton 316-260-8736
Clarinet, Saxophone Erik Stone 913-424-4615 [email protected]
Flute Jennifer Kirk 316-250-2153

Flute, Piccolo Amy Hoffman 316-721-3738 Friends University

Flute, Piccolo Carmen Lemoine 316-978-6598 [email protected] Wichita State Professor
Guitar Randy Zellers 316-303-7110
Horn Mirella Gauldin 856-304-8327 [email protected]
Horn Jeb Wallace [email protected] Wichita State Professor
Horn Denise Kintzel [email protected] Friends University
Percussion Steve Hatfield 316-267-8356
Percussion Sean Borst 316-204-7422. [email protected]
Percussion Andrew Slater [email protected] Friends University
Saxophone Courtney Long [email protected] Friends University
Saxophone, Clarinet Matt Koehn 838-1051 [email protected]
Saxophone, Clarinet James Pisano 316-978-6273 [email protected] WSU Jazz Professor
Trombone Matt Blauer 316-269-3398
Trumpet Brian Hoffman 316-721-3738
Trumpet David Hunsicker [email protected] [email protected] Wichita State Professor
Trumpet Nick Schroeder [email protected] Friends University
Trumpet Bret Goter 316-729-0583
Trumpet Dana Hamant 316-6363-2332. [email protected]
Tuba Phil Black 316-978-6111 [email protected] Wichita State Professor
Tuba Gret Nickel [email protected] Friends University
Tuba/baritone Devon Elliot 913-257-0665
Woodwinds Joel Boettger 620-217-9421 Newton

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Lettering

Letters will be awarded to those students who achieve 15 points and fill the requirements listed
below. These points will be separate from the classroom grading points. Keep this page to keep track
on your own. You must turn in this page to receive a letter. The highest score in each grade level will
earn the outstanding musician award.
Here are the activities that will earn points towards a letter:

Name: __________________________________

Check here if this is your first letter ______

1. Private Lessons 5 points

2. Participation in Basketball Band 5 points
3. District/State Participation 3 points
4. All City Band/YSO 3 points
5. Solo/Small Ensemble Festival participation 3 points
6. Participation in Jazz Band 3 points
7. Pit Orchestra 3 points
8. Attending summer music camp (prev summer) 3 points
9. Truck Crew (all games) 3 points
10. District/State Audition 2 points
11. Division I rating at State Festival 2 points
12. Perform on inst with Choir/Orchestra 1 point
13. Other (list) up to 3 points
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________

Requirements:
1. Receive an “A” in band ______
2. Attend all required performances ______
3. Achieved Advanced Musician level both semesters ______

Total # pts. ______

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 East Band Contract

Please complete this form and return to Ms. Wilson by Monday, August 22nd. 20 points

The handbook can also be found on the band website and will also be emailed to you through ParentVue.
https://wichitaeastband.weebly.com/

Parent/Guardian, please initial next to each statement:

1. I have received the East Band Calendar for this year and understand that performances are not
optional. _________
2. I have read and understand the grading and attendance policies for band. _________
3. I have read and understand the requirements for Concert Black attire for performances. ________
4. I agree to provide the required supplies for my band student. ________

I have read the contents of the East High School Band Handbook for the 2022-23 school year and
understand the policies and procedures fully. I agree that I will abide by them while I am enrolled in the East
High Band, and that the school staff will deviate from these guidelines only if necessary, to best serve the
interest of the students.

Student: ____________________ ____________________ ______________

Print name Signature Date

Parent: ____________________ ____________________ ______________

Print name Signature Date

Parent Volunteers— https://signup.com/go/LmxJAzm

Clothing Orders:
The following items are ordered through the school and can be paid for in the East Cashier’s office. Please
make checks payable to “East High School.” You will not receive your items until you have paid. Please
indicate the size for each item you want to purchase.
Band T-Shirt* (required for everyone)--$15.00 Circle Size: S M L XL 2X 3X (Adult sizes
only)
Marching Shoes (only first year)--$35.00 Size: ___________ Circle: M or W
Band Jacket (completely optional)--$45.00 Size: S M L XL 2X 3X Circle: M or W
*Indicate if you would like any additional items and include in the total price.
Total Amount: ____________

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