This evening's concert is postponed until Thursday, December 20, 2007 @7:30 pm. Freshman Concert band students should prepare for performance exams on Tuesday and Wednesday To really polish up the performance.
Practice playing all music beginning to end while recording yourself. Then listen back and give yourself an articulation and dynamic test grade.
Woodwinds check sustained notes with a tuner in all musical selections.
Trumpets tune your 'A's and low 'D's with a tuner.
Low brass more sound with a clean tongue.
Percussion more contrast in dynamics with a metronome.
Practice playing staccato for the ENTIRE SONG.
Oboes Tune, Tune, Tune.
The concert is going to be great but let's shoot for AMAZING!!.
Mom and Dad deserve AMAZING!!.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Friday, October 26, 2007
Protecting yourself from bacteria
Cleaning your instrument is always a good idea to prevent any bacterial growth. In light of recent news broadcasts now is the time all students should give their instrument the once over.
Your Instrument manufacturer has the definitive instructions on your specific brand and model care and should be consulted first.
Brass Students (trumpet, trombone, french horn, baritone horn and tuba):
Mouthpieces can be boiled for 15 minutes or dowsed in alcohol or peroxide. Use a mouthpiece brush to get to the inside tube (bore) of the mouthpiece. Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
Instruments may get a luke warm water bath with a gentle soap. Cleaning rods with cheese cloth or flexible brushes may be used on the inside of tuning slides, hand slides and valve casings. Rinse extensively with cold water. Any soap left behind may prevent valves and slides from operating properly with lubricants. Dry with a soft cloth that won't scratch the instrument's finish.
NOTE: Do not scratch the valve or slide surfaces (inside and out) with any type of cleaning rod. Scratches will make valves or slides sticky that heavy lubrication can not fix. Use valve oil for valves only, light vaseoline for tuning slides and slide 'O mix solution for trombone slides.
Woodwind Students (Flute, piccolo, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, bass clarinet, ALL saxophones):
Flute and piccolo head joints can be cleaned with alcohol pads but should be rinsed afterward. Q-tips can be used on the metal portion of keys. Do Not use silver polish or detergent on any portion of soft pads. The pads will be destroyed and have to be replaced. You may also use a cleaning rod with cloth for the inside of the head joint and body parts.
All clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces may be sanitized with peroxide or alcohol. Use a mouthpiece brush for for the interior and rinse thoroughly with cold water. Clarinet mouthpieces have cork and this area of the mouthpiece should be cleaned very quickly and gently so as not to tear the cork. Do not saturate the cork. If the cork tears it will have to be replaced.
The interior of clarinets and saxophones may be swabbed with a swab kit. The tone holes of the clarinets should be cleaned with a mild alcohol on q-tips. The necks of saxes should be flushed with a mild soapy water and rinsed. Do not allow any type of polish or metal cleaner to touch the soft pads of the keys as this will destroy the pads and all pads will have to be replaced.
The bokel of a bassoon may be cleaned with a long pipe cleaner and alcohol. Rinse thoroughly. Tone holes may be cleaned the same as the clarinet.
Reeds may be soaked in listerine or replaced. All reeds should never be left on the mouthpiece. This creates a happy place for mold and ruins the reed. Reeds should be kept in a reed saver or the plastic case they came in.
Your Instrument manufacturer has the definitive instructions on your specific brand and model care and should be consulted first.
Brass Students (trumpet, trombone, french horn, baritone horn and tuba):
Mouthpieces can be boiled for 15 minutes or dowsed in alcohol or peroxide. Use a mouthpiece brush to get to the inside tube (bore) of the mouthpiece. Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
Instruments may get a luke warm water bath with a gentle soap. Cleaning rods with cheese cloth or flexible brushes may be used on the inside of tuning slides, hand slides and valve casings. Rinse extensively with cold water. Any soap left behind may prevent valves and slides from operating properly with lubricants. Dry with a soft cloth that won't scratch the instrument's finish.
NOTE: Do not scratch the valve or slide surfaces (inside and out) with any type of cleaning rod. Scratches will make valves or slides sticky that heavy lubrication can not fix. Use valve oil for valves only, light vaseoline for tuning slides and slide 'O mix solution for trombone slides.
Woodwind Students (Flute, piccolo, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, bass clarinet, ALL saxophones):
Flute and piccolo head joints can be cleaned with alcohol pads but should be rinsed afterward. Q-tips can be used on the metal portion of keys. Do Not use silver polish or detergent on any portion of soft pads. The pads will be destroyed and have to be replaced. You may also use a cleaning rod with cloth for the inside of the head joint and body parts.
All clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces may be sanitized with peroxide or alcohol. Use a mouthpiece brush for for the interior and rinse thoroughly with cold water. Clarinet mouthpieces have cork and this area of the mouthpiece should be cleaned very quickly and gently so as not to tear the cork. Do not saturate the cork. If the cork tears it will have to be replaced.
The interior of clarinets and saxophones may be swabbed with a swab kit. The tone holes of the clarinets should be cleaned with a mild alcohol on q-tips. The necks of saxes should be flushed with a mild soapy water and rinsed. Do not allow any type of polish or metal cleaner to touch the soft pads of the keys as this will destroy the pads and all pads will have to be replaced.
The bokel of a bassoon may be cleaned with a long pipe cleaner and alcohol. Rinse thoroughly. Tone holes may be cleaned the same as the clarinet.
Reeds may be soaked in listerine or replaced. All reeds should never be left on the mouthpiece. This creates a happy place for mold and ruins the reed. Reeds should be kept in a reed saver or the plastic case they came in.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Everyone who is interested in Jazz Ensemble
Sign the sheet on the first bulletin board in the music suite under Mr. Cassera. There will be an audition that follows on Tuesday, 10/2 and Wednesday, 10/3 after school first come, first heard basis.
The jazz ensemble instrumentation shall consist of:
2 Alto Saxes
2 Tenor Saxes
1 Baritone Sax
5 Trombones or 4 bones and a tuba, or 2-3 bones,1-2 baritone horns that will play valve trombone and or a tuba depending on the audition.
5 Trumpets
1 Piano
1 Guitar
1 Acoustic and Electric Bass
2 Drummers
1 Mallet player depending on the audition.
Auditions will entail sight-reading, a prepared Jazz solo, chromatic scale in two octaves.
Brass your range will be observed, (highest note you can play to by scale and just pick off).
Rhythm section players (piano, guitar, bass, and percussionists) you must be able to read music, chord symbols with voicing interpretations and accompany in the style of swing, blues, funk, bossa nova, samba, jazz waltz and rock.
The jazz ensemble instrumentation shall consist of:
2 Alto Saxes
2 Tenor Saxes
1 Baritone Sax
5 Trombones or 4 bones and a tuba, or 2-3 bones,1-2 baritone horns that will play valve trombone and or a tuba depending on the audition.
5 Trumpets
1 Piano
1 Guitar
1 Acoustic and Electric Bass
2 Drummers
1 Mallet player depending on the audition.
Auditions will entail sight-reading, a prepared Jazz solo, chromatic scale in two octaves.
Brass your range will be observed, (highest note you can play to by scale and just pick off).
Rhythm section players (piano, guitar, bass, and percussionists) you must be able to read music, chord symbols with voicing interpretations and accompany in the style of swing, blues, funk, bossa nova, samba, jazz waltz and rock.
Monday, September 10, 2007
Week of 9/10/07 Orientation Lessons
First lessons this week you will receive audition material and review of general knowledge and receive rehearsal materials that will be used on a daily basis.
The following lessons apply to both the Freshman Concert band and the Upper Classmen Concert Band.
Tues. 9/11
Per. 2 All Brass in the Auditorium
Per. 6 All Flutes in the Band Room
Per. 9 All Clarinets in the Band Room
Wed. 9/12
Per. 2 All Saxes in the Auditorium
Per. 6 All Percussion in the Band Room
Per. 9 All Double Reeds in the Band Room
The following lessons apply to both the Freshman Concert band and the Upper Classmen Concert Band.
Tues. 9/11
Per. 2 All Brass in the Auditorium
Per. 6 All Flutes in the Band Room
Per. 9 All Clarinets in the Band Room
Wed. 9/12
Per. 2 All Saxes in the Auditorium
Per. 6 All Percussion in the Band Room
Per. 9 All Double Reeds in the Band Room
Friday, September 7, 2007
Upgrading mouthpieces
If you are not studying with a private teacher, who would have a closer idea of your individual development in performance over the years, I am suggesting some changes with mouthpieces if you are still using a beginner size mouthpiece or a stock mouthpiece that came with a rental instrument. It is imperative that you are set up with equipment to help you succeed in your study of music and performance.
Trumpets should move to a Bach 5 or 3 'C' mouthpiece or a compatible brand.
http://www.ibowtie.com/tmptmpccharts.html
Trombones and baritone horns should move to a Bach 6 1/2AL or a Denis Wick 5 or a Schilke 51. Be sure to match your shank size to the instrument's Mouthpiece receiver, tenor bore or bass (large) bore.
http://www.ibowtie.com/mpccharts.html
French Horns should move to a Bach 7 or compatible brand size. Stick with Bach, Yamaha, Schilke or Dennis Wick.
http://www2s.biglobe.ne.jp/~t_ikeno/mpc_chart.html#1700
Tubas should move to a Bach 18 or compatible brand size. One special consideration is the brand of tuba and brand of your selection.
http://www.ibowtie.com/tubampccharts.html
Bb Clarinets should move to a Vandoren B45 or 5VR Lyre with a tip opening of 1.09 or larger.
http://www.myatt.co.uk/pics/clarinet_mp_chart.jpg
Bass Clarinets should move to a Vandoren B40 or B45.
http://www.saxplus.com/vandoren-clarinet-mpc-info.html
Alto Saxesshould move to a Vandoren T25, Yamaha 6CM. Do not get a metal mouthpiece. Meyer (rubber) and Brilhart mouthpieces compatible to the vandorens would be acceptable as well.
http://www.bill-lewington.com/charts/altosax.htm
Tenor Saxes should move to a Vandoren T15 through T 35 Java or Optimum TL4. Do not get Jumbo java or a metal mouthpiece. Meyer (rubber) mouthpieces compatible to the vandorens would be acceptable as well.
http://www.grevillea.com.au/grevilleadist/dist/images/v%20sax%20mp%20tenor.pdf
http://www.westwindmusic.com/facings.html
Baritone Saxes should move to a Vandoren B25, 27 or 35 Optimum BL 3 or 4
http://www.grevillea.com.au/grevilleadist/dist/images/v%20sax%20mp%20sop%20bari.pdf
Trumpets should move to a Bach 5 or 3 'C' mouthpiece or a compatible brand.
http://www.ibowtie.com/tmptmpccharts.html
Trombones and baritone horns should move to a Bach 6 1/2AL or a Denis Wick 5 or a Schilke 51. Be sure to match your shank size to the instrument's Mouthpiece receiver, tenor bore or bass (large) bore.
http://www.ibowtie.com/mpccharts.html
French Horns should move to a Bach 7 or compatible brand size. Stick with Bach, Yamaha, Schilke or Dennis Wick.
http://www2s.biglobe.ne.jp/~t_ikeno/mpc_chart.html#1700
Tubas should move to a Bach 18 or compatible brand size. One special consideration is the brand of tuba and brand of your selection.
http://www.ibowtie.com/tubampccharts.html
Bb Clarinets should move to a Vandoren B45 or 5VR Lyre with a tip opening of 1.09 or larger.
http://www.myatt.co.uk/pics/clarinet_mp_chart.jpg
Bass Clarinets should move to a Vandoren B40 or B45.
http://www.saxplus.com/vandoren-clarinet-mpc-info.html
Alto Saxesshould move to a Vandoren T25, Yamaha 6CM. Do not get a metal mouthpiece. Meyer (rubber) and Brilhart mouthpieces compatible to the vandorens would be acceptable as well.
http://www.bill-lewington.com/charts/altosax.htm
Tenor Saxes should move to a Vandoren T15 through T 35 Java or Optimum TL4. Do not get Jumbo java or a metal mouthpiece. Meyer (rubber) mouthpieces compatible to the vandorens would be acceptable as well.
http://www.grevillea.com.au/grevilleadist/dist/images/v%20sax%20mp%20tenor.pdf
http://www.westwindmusic.com/facings.html
Baritone Saxes should move to a Vandoren B25, 27 or 35 Optimum BL 3 or 4
http://www.grevillea.com.au/grevilleadist/dist/images/v%20sax%20mp%20sop%20bari.pdf
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Class Policy
SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL - WEST CAMPUS
CONCERT BAND CLASS POLICY
Mr. Cassera
Class Objective: The students will be able to express themselves through musical performance in a concert band setting. This music performance class stimulates the students to grow intellectually, emotionally, and creatively which aides in the development of a ‘well rounded person’.
Required Materials: Instrument must be in working condition. Students must have a PENCIL, metronome, ensemble music, , and the necessary supplies for their particular instrument such as reeds, valve oil, drum sticks, neck straps, etc….
Rehearsal Behavior: Each rehearsal will be conducted as a performance in preparation. Wearing of hats, any kind of food or drinks, lateness to class and inappropriate behavior will not be permitted or tolerated.
Grading Objective: The grading policy is designed to reflect the students’ individual effort, participation and growth.
Grading: An alphabetical grade is earned each marking period. The average of rotation class assignments equals one quarter of the grade. The second quarter of the grade is the average of performance exams. The balance of the grade is based on the average of daily rehearsal grades which encompasses class preparation, conduct.
Course Criteria:
Performances: Attendance is mandatory for all performances and are also understood as
performance exams.
Rotation classes: Each class represents a grade. The grade will be based upon the completion of the given assignment. Students may also be given written exams to further assess their understanding of material. It is building policy that students must attend scheduled rotation classes. Should a student have a testing conflict, then a make up class will be provided. Students are expected to communicate testing conflicts prior to their rotation class. If a student misses a rotation class without proper notice the student will have earned an ‘F’ for that class. All make up classes must be completed within the week of the missed class. If a rotation class falls on a student’s lunch period, the student should bring a bag lunch to eat in the rotation class.
Daily rehearsals: Prepared for class, includes instruments in working condition, PENCIL, ensemble music, lesson book, seated and ready to participate two minutes after the bell. Cooperative participation includes appropriate behavior, improvement on daily music and following all instructions given. Rehearsal conduct is expected which includes but not limited to, courtesy for the conductor and proper classroom manners toward fellow students.
Student success: The development of instrumental skills requires self-discipline and focused practice toward the given assignments on a daily basis.
First Assignment: Students will prepare assigned music, all major scales and percussion rudiments for a test grade. The results will also be used for seating and All County recommendations.
Performance Dress: Concert Dress: white top, black pants, black dress, black or dark tie, black socks and shoes, NO jeans, flip flops or sneakers. Parade Dress: Long Sleeve shirts (provided by school), Tan khakis, and white sneakers provided by student.
Students are responsible for their instruments (rented or owned) concerning theft or damage. Usually, homeowners’ insurance can offer a rider for protection. You will need to know the serial and model number and the instrument’s brand name. Space is available during the school day to store instruments but protection cannot be guaranteed.
Extra help is available for two periods per week by appointment with Mr. Cassera.
REQUIRED PERFORMANCE DATES
VETERANS DAY PARADE
Sunday, November 11, 2007
WINTER CONCERT I
FRESHMAN Concert Band
Thursday, December 6, 2007 7:30pm Smithtown High School - West Campus
WINTER CONCERT II
10th – 12th Grade Concert Band
Thursday, December 13, 2007 7:30pm Smithtown High School - West Campus
NYSSMA Major Organization Festival
specifics will be announced
SPRING CONCERT I
FRESHMAN Concert Band
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 7:30pm in the Freshman Campus
SPRING CONCERT II
10th – 12th Grade Concert Band
Monday, June 2, 2008 7:30pm in the Freshman Campus
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE.
FRESHMAN Concert Band
MAY, specifics to be announced
The Smithtown Friends of Music, our booster organization, will have its Recruitment and Showcase evening in the High School West Thursday November 1st at 7 pm. The New York State School Music Association’s SOLO Festival will be April 16th and 17th . NYSSMA All-State festival will be April 5th and 6th . Finally “Meet the Teacher” night will be Thursday, October 11th .
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Please record the performance dates and concert/parade dress for this year. Note also, student attendance and dress at performances is mandatory requirements for music performance courses. Students need to return this form with signatures, which will reflect that you are aware of the Concert Band’s class policy and course requirements. Should you have any questions or concerns you may contact me at the Smithtown High School-West Campus.
Thank you for your cooperation and support,
Mr. Cassera
Student name______________________________Student Signature_______________________
Parent/Guardian name Mr./Mrs/Ms._________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian signature_________________________________________________________
Contact telephone number:_________________________________________________________
CONCERT BAND CLASS POLICY
Mr. Cassera
Class Objective: The students will be able to express themselves through musical performance in a concert band setting. This music performance class stimulates the students to grow intellectually, emotionally, and creatively which aides in the development of a ‘well rounded person’.
Required Materials: Instrument must be in working condition. Students must have a PENCIL, metronome, ensemble music, , and the necessary supplies for their particular instrument such as reeds, valve oil, drum sticks, neck straps, etc….
Rehearsal Behavior: Each rehearsal will be conducted as a performance in preparation. Wearing of hats, any kind of food or drinks, lateness to class and inappropriate behavior will not be permitted or tolerated.
Grading Objective: The grading policy is designed to reflect the students’ individual effort, participation and growth.
Grading: An alphabetical grade is earned each marking period. The average of rotation class assignments equals one quarter of the grade. The second quarter of the grade is the average of performance exams. The balance of the grade is based on the average of daily rehearsal grades which encompasses class preparation, conduct.
Course Criteria:
Performances: Attendance is mandatory for all performances and are also understood as
performance exams.
Rotation classes: Each class represents a grade. The grade will be based upon the completion of the given assignment. Students may also be given written exams to further assess their understanding of material. It is building policy that students must attend scheduled rotation classes. Should a student have a testing conflict, then a make up class will be provided. Students are expected to communicate testing conflicts prior to their rotation class. If a student misses a rotation class without proper notice the student will have earned an ‘F’ for that class. All make up classes must be completed within the week of the missed class. If a rotation class falls on a student’s lunch period, the student should bring a bag lunch to eat in the rotation class.
Daily rehearsals: Prepared for class, includes instruments in working condition, PENCIL, ensemble music, lesson book, seated and ready to participate two minutes after the bell. Cooperative participation includes appropriate behavior, improvement on daily music and following all instructions given. Rehearsal conduct is expected which includes but not limited to, courtesy for the conductor and proper classroom manners toward fellow students.
Student success: The development of instrumental skills requires self-discipline and focused practice toward the given assignments on a daily basis.
First Assignment: Students will prepare assigned music, all major scales and percussion rudiments for a test grade. The results will also be used for seating and All County recommendations.
Performance Dress: Concert Dress: white top, black pants, black dress, black or dark tie, black socks and shoes, NO jeans, flip flops or sneakers. Parade Dress: Long Sleeve shirts (provided by school), Tan khakis, and white sneakers provided by student.
Students are responsible for their instruments (rented or owned) concerning theft or damage. Usually, homeowners’ insurance can offer a rider for protection. You will need to know the serial and model number and the instrument’s brand name. Space is available during the school day to store instruments but protection cannot be guaranteed.
Extra help is available for two periods per week by appointment with Mr. Cassera.
REQUIRED PERFORMANCE DATES
VETERANS DAY PARADE
Sunday, November 11, 2007
WINTER CONCERT I
FRESHMAN Concert Band
Thursday, December 6, 2007 7:30pm Smithtown High School - West Campus
WINTER CONCERT II
10th – 12th Grade Concert Band
Thursday, December 13, 2007 7:30pm Smithtown High School - West Campus
NYSSMA Major Organization Festival
specifics will be announced
SPRING CONCERT I
FRESHMAN Concert Band
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 7:30pm in the Freshman Campus
SPRING CONCERT II
10th – 12th Grade Concert Band
Monday, June 2, 2008 7:30pm in the Freshman Campus
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE.
FRESHMAN Concert Band
MAY, specifics to be announced
The Smithtown Friends of Music, our booster organization, will have its Recruitment and Showcase evening in the High School West Thursday November 1st at 7 pm. The New York State School Music Association’s SOLO Festival will be April 16th and 17th . NYSSMA All-State festival will be April 5th and 6th . Finally “Meet the Teacher” night will be Thursday, October 11th .
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Please record the performance dates and concert/parade dress for this year. Note also, student attendance and dress at performances is mandatory requirements for music performance courses. Students need to return this form with signatures, which will reflect that you are aware of the Concert Band’s class policy and course requirements. Should you have any questions or concerns you may contact me at the Smithtown High School-West Campus.
Thank you for your cooperation and support,
Mr. Cassera
Student name______________________________Student Signature_______________________
Parent/Guardian name Mr./Mrs/Ms._________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian signature_________________________________________________________
Contact telephone number:_________________________________________________________
Welcome Back!!!
To one and all, welcome to my blog spot. This space will be used to reinforce class announcements and assignments and/or requirements. Also I will only be teaching at the Western Campus this year. I will miss all of my East students very much, we had a great year.
I am excited to meet my new ninth grade class and working with my returning students. This should be a great year and I'm looking forward it.
Please check back for future postings and Have a great year!
See you in class.
I am excited to meet my new ninth grade class and working with my returning students. This should be a great year and I'm looking forward it.
Please check back for future postings and Have a great year!
See you in class.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Upper Classmen Concert Bands
Outstanding performances!!!
BRAVO!
We had some beautiful and musical moments.
Soloists, You really stepped up and delivered, Great JOB!!
Lead Chairs, Thank you for all your hard work and dedication, that makes all the difference.
And to the Full Band, your focus, attention to detail and musicality you brought to the performance is what releases the art of music and makes the evening a special and magical moment captured with a live audience.
Congratulations
BRAVO!
We had some beautiful and musical moments.
Soloists, You really stepped up and delivered, Great JOB!!
Lead Chairs, Thank you for all your hard work and dedication, that makes all the difference.
And to the Full Band, your focus, attention to detail and musicality you brought to the performance is what releases the art of music and makes the evening a special and magical moment captured with a live audience.
Congratulations
Friday, June 1, 2007
WEST Jazz Ensemble
Great Job on the Brentwood exchange concert. Thank you very much to all the students and parents for getting the students to this event and making it happen. My Brentwood colleague, Mr. Sarling also requested that I convey his gratitude. This was truly a great moment in jazz education. This kind of event was a very good educational exchange for everyone. Students experiencing other students' performance work is rare and unique.
Teachers, parents and students were able to observe different teaching styles and philosophies, abilities of students, facilities, more performance experience for the students and another cultural tie that music has created.
Great Job Jazzers!! and thank you once again to all students and parents.
Thank you Mr. Sarling and the Brentwood High School for making this event happen and all that is involved in hosting such a wonderful event.
Teachers, parents and students were able to observe different teaching styles and philosophies, abilities of students, facilities, more performance experience for the students and another cultural tie that music has created.
Great Job Jazzers!! and thank you once again to all students and parents.
Thank you Mr. Sarling and the Brentwood High School for making this event happen and all that is involved in hosting such a wonderful event.
West Upper Classmen Concert Band
Great Job!!! on the Memorial Day Parade and a big thank you to all parents and students for making necessary arrangements to participate.
Also a big thank you to both High School Principals, Mr. Dolan and Mr. Thompson for giving the bands a Mannino's pizza lunch. Great Pizza.
Performance Reminder: Wednesday, June 6, 2007 is our spring concert,@ 7:30pm Students must arrive no later than 6:45pm. Concert dress is black and white and dress shoes. No flip flops or sneakers.
Also a big thank you to both High School Principals, Mr. Dolan and Mr. Thompson for giving the bands a Mannino's pizza lunch. Great Pizza.
Performance Reminder: Wednesday, June 6, 2007 is our spring concert,@ 7:30pm Students must arrive no later than 6:45pm. Concert dress is black and white and dress shoes. No flip flops or sneakers.
East Upper Classmen Concert Band
Great Job!!! on the Memorial Day Parade and a big thank you to all parents and students for making necessary arrangements to participate.
Also a big thank you to both High School Principals, Mr. Thompson and Mr. Dolan for giving the bands a Mannino's pizza lunch. Great Pizza.
Performance Reminder: Tuesday, June 5, 2007 is our spring concert,@7:30pm Students must arrive no later than 6:45pm. Concert dress is black and white and dress shoes. No flip flops or sneakers.
Also a big thank you to both High School Principals, Mr. Thompson and Mr. Dolan for giving the bands a Mannino's pizza lunch. Great Pizza.
Performance Reminder: Tuesday, June 5, 2007 is our spring concert,@7:30pm Students must arrive no later than 6:45pm. Concert dress is black and white and dress shoes. No flip flops or sneakers.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
West Jazz Ensemble
Reminder of performances;
Wed. 5/30/07 @ 8:00pm Gala
"Georgia" and "Got to get you"
Thurs. 5/31/07 during 5th and 6th period Library performance for "DDI" Students
"songs from Freshman concert plus birdland and small combo jam."
Thurs. 5/31/07 @ 7:00pm Brentwood exchange concerts
Highlight and go to link below for map to "SOND." auditorium at the High School
http://www.brentwood.k12.ny.us/HTMLpages/About_BUFSD/AboutBUFSD.html
"all songs from Freshman concert plus birdland"
Friday 6/1/07 @ 7:00pm Smithtown Friends of Music awards night
@ WEST HS
"songs from Freshman concert plus birdland and small combo jam." for reception. We'll finish with Mercy, Mercy, Mercy.
PS. Songs from Freshman Concert were ( in case you were wondering)
Might as well be Spring
Bag's Groove
St.James Infirmary
Mercy
Georgia
Got to Get you into my life
Wed. 5/30/07 @ 8:00pm Gala
"Georgia" and "Got to get you"
Thurs. 5/31/07 during 5th and 6th period Library performance for "DDI" Students
"songs from Freshman concert plus birdland and small combo jam."
Thurs. 5/31/07 @ 7:00pm Brentwood exchange concerts
Highlight and go to link below for map to "SOND." auditorium at the High School
http://www.brentwood.k12.ny.us/HTMLpages/About_BUFSD/AboutBUFSD.html
"all songs from Freshman concert plus birdland"
Friday 6/1/07 @ 7:00pm Smithtown Friends of Music awards night
@ WEST HS
"songs from Freshman concert plus birdland and small combo jam." for reception. We'll finish with Mercy, Mercy, Mercy.
PS. Songs from Freshman Concert were ( in case you were wondering)
Might as well be Spring
Bag's Groove
St.James Infirmary
Mercy
Georgia
Got to Get you into my life
Monday, May 21, 2007
Concert Bands; East and West Memorial Day performances
Just a reminder that this Monday coming will be the Memorial Day Parade performances.
Students will be receiving flipfolders for their music from the school.
If students don't already own a Lyre (music stand that attaches to their instrument) they should take their instrument into the music store to match up their model with a lyre that will fit. Often students buy lyres with out checking the fit and find out too late that the lyre they bought doesn't work with their model instrument.
Students will be receiving flipfolders for their music from the school.
If students don't already own a Lyre (music stand that attaches to their instrument) they should take their instrument into the music store to match up their model with a lyre that will fit. Often students buy lyres with out checking the fit and find out too late that the lyre they bought doesn't work with their model instrument.
East Brass Ensemble
The Wed. 5/23 rehearsal is cancelled but the Wed. 5/30 rehearsal is our last rehearsal before the June 5th East concert. Attendance is a must.
West Jazz Ensemble
There is rehearsal Tues., 5/22 and 5/29. Please be aware we will be performing next week @ the following commitments;
Wed 5/30 Gala HS West
Thurs. 5/31 Brentwood High School Jazz Exchange
Fri. 6/1 Friends of Music Awards evening
Wed 5/30 Gala HS West
Thurs. 5/31 Brentwood High School Jazz Exchange
Fri. 6/1 Friends of Music Awards evening
Monday, May 7, 2007
Volunteer chaperones are needed
NYSSMA Majors (Concert Band) is quickly approaching and we need to firm up our chaperon list. We have a few names but we could use about 7-8 more people. If your available that would be great. You may email me at tcassera@smithtown.k12.ny.us.
ALL Clubs; Brass, Jazz, & Quintet
Regular rehearsal times are back in place for this week. We need full attendance for our final performances. See you Tues. or Wed., which ever day is yours.
Thank you
Thank you
MUSIC MAN PIT ORCHESTRA
Congratulations on an outstanding run of shows.
You guys are the best!
Once again, thank you for all of your commitment and hard work.
You guys are the best!
Once again, thank you for all of your commitment and hard work.
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Music Man Orchestra Pit / Show Performances
Hey Pit,
Dress for show performances is neat and all black.
5/3 Thurs.
Senior citizens dress performance
4:oopm Start Pit arrives @ 3:30pm
5/4 Fri.
Opening night
Call is 7:00pm Start @ 8:oopm
5/5 Sat.
Call is 7:00pm Start @ 8:oopm
5/6 Sun. Matinee
Call is 1:00pm Start @ 2:oopm
You guys have been great and I'm looking forward to a great run thanks to you.
Dress for show performances is neat and all black.
5/3 Thurs.
Senior citizens dress performance
4:oopm Start Pit arrives @ 3:30pm
5/4 Fri.
Opening night
Call is 7:00pm Start @ 8:oopm
5/5 Sat.
Call is 7:00pm Start @ 8:oopm
5/6 Sun. Matinee
Call is 1:00pm Start @ 2:oopm
You guys have been great and I'm looking forward to a great run thanks to you.
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
EAST Brass Ensemble
We will rehearse this Wed. 5/2 from 2:30-3:30 PM. This will be to solidify the Spring Concert Program.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Music Man Orchestra pit rehearsals
This week's rehearsals will begin @ 4:00pm. This means being warmed up, tuned up, and completely prepared to play with all specific equipment needs.
Today's rehearsal will be a straight "run through" of musical numbers to polish the music side of the show. Then we will run the show. Dinner is taken care of for tonight by Ms. Siano. Please thank her afterwards.
You guys have been great.
Today's rehearsal will be a straight "run through" of musical numbers to polish the music side of the show. Then we will run the show. Dinner is taken care of for tonight by Ms. Siano. Please thank her afterwards.
You guys have been great.
WEST Jazz Ensemble
No rehearsal tonight Due to Music Man Rehearsal Week.
Scratch May 24th but please look into the evening of May 31st for the exchange concert with Brentwood.
Reminder: next rehearsal we record.
Thank you
Scratch May 24th but please look into the evening of May 31st for the exchange concert with Brentwood.
Reminder: next rehearsal we record.
Thank you
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
WEST Jazz Ensemble
Please check your calendars for Thurs. May 24th to perform at Brentwood High School and let me know if there are any conflicts. Everyone will have to provide their own transportation, so please check with your parents. Please let me know by Friday April 27.
Thank you
Thank you
Monday, April 23, 2007
WEST Music Man Orchestra Pit
Rehearsals for the week of April 23rd will be:
MON. & TUES. 3-6 PM
WED. 3:30-7 PM with cast in auditorium
THUR. 4-6PM
FRI. 3-5 PM
MON. & TUES. 3-6 PM
WED. 3:30-7 PM with cast in auditorium
THUR. 4-6PM
FRI. 3-5 PM
Friday, April 20, 2007
WEST Jazz Ensemble
Performance Dates
May 17 Spring Concert 7:30 PM @HS
Students arrive @ 6:30 PM
Dress is Black Pants, Solid colored dress shirt, no tie, Black shoes
May 30 GALA Concert 7:30 PM @ HS
Students need to arrive by 8:30 PM unless performing with other groups
Dress same as May 17
May 17 Spring Concert 7:30 PM @HS
Students arrive @ 6:30 PM
Dress is Black Pants, Solid colored dress shirt, no tie, Black shoes
May 30 GALA Concert 7:30 PM @ HS
Students need to arrive by 8:30 PM unless performing with other groups
Dress same as May 17
EAST UC Concert Band
HS EAST Performances Dates
May 23 NYSSMA Majors (BAND) 2:45 PM -~~6:30 PM
Parent Chaperones will be greatly appreciated
Concert Dress is White top, dark tie,black pants/skirt black shoes
May 28 Memorial Day Parade 9:00 AM -~~3:00 PM at HS
Dress is Parade shirt (provided by school)and Tan pants with white shoes/sneakers
June 5 Spring Concert @ HS
7:30 PM Concert start--Student arrival @ 6:30 PM
Concert Dress
May 23 NYSSMA Majors (BAND) 2:45 PM -~~6:30 PM
Parent Chaperones will be greatly appreciated
Concert Dress is White top, dark tie,black pants/skirt black shoes
May 28 Memorial Day Parade 9:00 AM -~~3:00 PM at HS
Dress is Parade shirt (provided by school)and Tan pants with white shoes/sneakers
June 5 Spring Concert @ HS
7:30 PM Concert start--Student arrival @ 6:30 PM
Concert Dress
Dear Concert Band Parents and Students,
The Upper Classman's Concert Band will be performing in the Memorial Day parade on Monday May 28, 2007. This performance is replacing the graduation performance for the Upper Classman's Concert Band. The students have already been notified verbally.
They will need tan pants or Khakis (tan) with white sneakers or walking shoes. Smithtown Uniform Shirts will be provided by the district for students that do not already have a parade shirt. All students will arrive at the their respective schools by 8:45am and travel together to the parade site by bus. When we finish the parade in St. James, buses will take us to the parade in Smithtown. Students may be picked up from the end of the Smithtown parade (Town Hall) or travel by bus back to their respective schools. Hopefully, we should be all done at the HS by 1:30 PM.
St.James Parade route is on Lake Ave. from Woodlawn to St. James Elementary with memorial service.
Smithtown Parade route is on Main St. from Singer Lane (Dairy Barn)to Town Hall.
This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and an honor to perform on this national holiday.
This is a required performance and attendance will be taken.
The Upper Classman's Concert Band will be performing in the Memorial Day parade on Monday May 28, 2007. This performance is replacing the graduation performance for the Upper Classman's Concert Band. The students have already been notified verbally.
They will need tan pants or Khakis (tan) with white sneakers or walking shoes. Smithtown Uniform Shirts will be provided by the district for students that do not already have a parade shirt. All students will arrive at the their respective schools by 8:45am and travel together to the parade site by bus. When we finish the parade in St. James, buses will take us to the parade in Smithtown. Students may be picked up from the end of the Smithtown parade (Town Hall) or travel by bus back to their respective schools. Hopefully, we should be all done at the HS by 1:30 PM.
St.James Parade route is on Lake Ave. from Woodlawn to St. James Elementary with memorial service.
Smithtown Parade route is on Main St. from Singer Lane (Dairy Barn)to Town Hall.
This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community and an honor to perform on this national holiday.
This is a required performance and attendance will be taken.
Friday, April 13, 2007
WEST UC Concert Band
HS WEST Performance Dates
May 23 NYSSMA Majors (BAND) 2:45 PM -~~6:30 PM
Parent Chaperones will be greatly appreciated
Concert Dress is White top, dark tie,
black pants/skirt black shoes
May 28 Memorial Day Parade 9:00 AM -~~3:00 PM at HS
Dress is Parade shirt (provided by school)
and Tan pants with white shoes/sneakers
June 6 Spring Concert (previously scheduled for May 30) @ HS
7:30 PM Concert start--Student arrival @ 6:30 PM
Concert Dress
May 23 NYSSMA Majors (BAND) 2:45 PM -~~6:30 PM
Parent Chaperones will be greatly appreciated
Concert Dress is White top, dark tie,
black pants/skirt black shoes
May 28 Memorial Day Parade 9:00 AM -~~3:00 PM at HS
Dress is Parade shirt (provided by school)
and Tan pants with white shoes/sneakers
June 6 Spring Concert (previously scheduled for May 30) @ HS
7:30 PM Concert start--Student arrival @ 6:30 PM
Concert Dress
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