Symphonic Band Video.

A great many thanks to Will Link and his dad for getting this video to us.

Follow the link below to the Symphonic Band folder for the video of our Concert.

Concert videos

Enjoy!

Concert IV, Brass, Jazz, Messiah

Here for your enjoyment!!!




https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gkjrj1ull4rtecn/gEGVVaUXKL

Brass & Jazz Ensemble

Jazz will play 9th period as a dress rehearsal Mon. 12/16/13

Brass will play 9th period as a dress rehearsal Wed. 12/18/13

Symphonic Band, you played a wonderful performance!!!

I keep getting emails complimenting your concert!

Very Musical Performance Concert Band!!!

The compliments keep rolling in.

Winter Concert I rescheduled

Dear Students and Parents,

 

Due to the inclement weather the December 10, 2013 concert groups have been rescheduled accordingly.  Please be aware that all concerts start at 7:30 PM. Call time for students is 6:30 PM.


Concert II
12/12/13 Concert Band per. 3, Symphonic Band, Concert Choir with Mr. Cassera and Mrs. Christy

Concert III
12/17/13 Concert Orchestra ,Concert Band per. 6, Symphonic Orchestra with Mr. Cotignola and Mrs. Christy

Concert IV
12/19/13 Brass Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, U.S. Sounds Faculty Big Band & Chamber Choir and Orchestra performing selections from the Messiah with Mr. Cassera, Mrs. Christy and Mr. Cotignola.

 

Please be safe and warm.  Hope to see you at the concerts.

 

Winter Concert Series

Dear Parents and Students,

This week begins our winter concert series.  You are invited to attend any or all of the following programs.  Please be aware that all concerts start at 7:30 PM.  Call time for students is 6:30 PM.

Concert I
12/10/13 Concert Orchestra, Brass Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, & Concert Band per. 3

Concert II
12/12/13 Symphonic Band, Concert Choir

Concert III
12/17/13 Concert Band per. 6, Symphonic Orchestra

Concert IV
12/19/13 U.S. Sounds Faculty Big Band & Chamber Choir and Orchestra performing selections from the Messiah.

This was previously sent by email but it seems I do not have some correct email addresses.

Scholarships for Flute students. Dec 21st Deadline

The 29th Annual Long Island Flute Club High School Solo Competition

February 1, 2014 (Preliminaries)

February 2, 2014 (Finals)

Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY

 

1st Place: The Harold Bennett Memorial Award – $100.00

2nd

Place: The Irma V. Miller Memorial Award – $75.00

3

rd Place: The Jan Benson Memorial Award – $50.00

4

th Place: The Ivy Jacobsen Memorial Award – $25.00

Winners and finalists will perform at the LIFC Competition Recital

Sunday, March 9, 2014, 2:00 pm at the Half Hollow Hills Library, Dix Hills.

Rules:

•

This flute competition is open to all Long Island flutists in grades 10 – 12 who have not previously won 1st place in the LIFC Competition.

•

Any NYSSMA level VI solo is acceptable for audition. The number of movements must satisfy the

NYSSMA requirements for an All-State audition.

Works with piano parts must be accompanied.

•

Previous contestants must enter on a different solo each year.

•

Previous winners who have not fulfilled their pledge promise to the LIFC Winner’s Recital may not apply.

•

All entrants and their private instructors must be LIFC members in good standing, with dues paid for the

2013 – 2014 year. To become a member go to: www.longislandfluteclub.org

•

You and your accompanist must be available to accommodate any assigned audition time for both the

preliminary round (approximately 9 am – 5 pm) as well as the final round (approximately 11 am – 4 pm).

In the event 2 or more applicants place in the competition and perform on the same solo, the higher ranking place winner will perform his/her solo at the recital; the other contestant(s) must perform an alternate solo.

•

To register: Complete the application below (incomplete applications will not be processed), enclose a $35.00 application fee (make checks payable to LIFC, Inc.) and mail to:

LIFC, Inc. – Flute Competition

c/o Jennifer Travlos

25 Grace Lane

South Setauket, NY 11720

Application Deadline: Postmarked by December 21

st, 2013

Questions? Contact Ms. Travlos at 631.764.9456 or jennifer.travlos@gmail.com

LIFC HIGH SCHOOL SOLO COMPETITION APPLICATION

Please make sure everything is printed legibly

NAME:

_______________________________________________ Phone: (_________)____________________________

ADDRESS:

_______________________________________________)__________________________________________

Grade:

_________ SCHOOL: __________________________________________________________________________

SOLO

: _______________________________________ COMPOSER: _________________________________________

ACCOMPANIST’S NAME:

_____________________________________ Phone: (______)_______________________

PRIVATE TEACHER’S NAME PRINTED:

_____________________________________________________________

PRIVATE TEACHER’S SIGNATURE:

____________________________ Phone: (______)______________________

I, __________________________, have read and understand the rules for the Long Island Flute Club High School

Solo Competition. I agree that I will perform in the Winner’s Competition Recital on Sunday, March 9, 2014 at the

Half Hollow Hills Library in Dix Hills, NY if I have been selected as a finalist or winner. I guarantee that I will

attend all scheduled rehearsals if I am a finalist. I guarantee that I will attend the concert and I will assist in the

preparation of all music for the recital.

STUDENT’S SIGNATURE:

_____________________________________________

APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSTMARKED BY DECEMBER 21, 2013

Mail to:

LIFC, Inc. – Flute Competition

c/o Jennifer Travlos

25 Grace Lane

South Setauket, NY 11720

Flute Students

Jazz students auditioning for All-County

Please go to the dropbox for the blues recording in F for practice purposes.  You will have to go to the SHS jazz ensemble folder.

Congratulations Brass on an Outstanding performance at the American Legion Veteran's Day Ceremony!!!!!!!!!



Coverage from the Times Beacon: http://www.northshoreoflongisland.com/Articles-News-i-2013-11-07-97754.112114-sub18241.112114-Photos-Smithtown-Veterans-Day-parade-2013.html

 

Coverage from the Patch; http://smithtown.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/smithtown-officials-honor-those-who-serve-on-veterans-day 

 

 

 

 

 

Brass Ensemble Veteran's Day Ceremony

Hey Brass,

Our performance is on Monday, 11/11/13, 10:20am at the Veteran's plaza by Chase bank on Main st. in Smithtown.  Same place as last year.

Please remember to wear your Brass Shirts/White collared shirts and black pants and shoes out of respect for the Veterans.

You will also need a music stand and your music binders.  Ceremony begins at 10:45am and you should be done around 11:30am-12:00pm. If you are not familiar with the national anthem, and Liberty collection of songs please review them this weekend.

We did a great job last year so let's be ready to kick it again.

All County Orchestra Winds

Check out the folder for Bernstein

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gkjrj1ull4rtecn/gEGVVaUXKL

Congratulations Brass and Jazz on a performance well done at Smithtown HS West's Haunted Hallways!!!!!!!

Jazz & Brass Haunted Halloween Hallways

Today Brass will start @ 3:30PM in the E Commons.  Wear a costume or brass attire.

Jazz will start roughly @ 4PM in the E Commons.  Wear a costume or jazz attire.

Jazz Set List;
Soul Man
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy
Georgia on My Mind
Evil Ways
Free Bird
Caravan
Pick Up the Pieces
The Chicken
Frankenstein

If we are tight on time we will pull a chart or two.

We will be done at 4:45PM the latest.

Symphonic Band listening material

You will find our current concert selections plus the next piece to be handed out at the following link.

Jupiter, Waltz of the Flowers, Radetzky March, Sleigh Ride and Liturgical Dances

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gkjrj1ull4rtecn/gEGVVaUXKL

Attention Jazz and Flute Students

There is an improvisation master class at East this Tuesday, Oct. 22nd,  with guest artist Jamie Baum.

http://www.jamiebaum.com/recordings.php

Please let me know if you plan to go.

Congratulations SYMPHONIC BAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Awesome Job today at the Homecoming Parade!!

Thank you for looking and sounding great!!

PS.  Just a reminder. Monday's lessons will happen on Tuesday with Tuesday's groups. 

Brass and Jazz

Our rehearsals are happening this evening.

Brass meet from 5-6:30PM

Jazz meet from 6:30PM-8:30PM

We are preparing for Safe Halloween, 10/25/2013 @ 4PM

Symphonic Band: Homecoming Parade

We are marching for the HS in the Homecoming Parade this Sat., 10/12/2013.

Please have a marching liar if you did not memorize the music.

The dress code will be parade shirts and jeans/ khakis.

We meet behind the fire house on Plymouth Blvd. at 12:30 PM.

The parade will step off at 1:30PM and travel to the gates of Smithtown HS West.

All percussion and large instruments will continue to the music suite to return the instruments.

It would be best to work out car pools at the beginning and end of the parade route to make your departure easier.

Seniors seeking to perform in college

Please pass along the following information to your music students that are interested

in pursuing music in college as a major, minor, or simply wish to continue to perform

in ensembles.  We offer scholarship opportunity to any student that meets our

audition requirements and wishes to become involved in our performing ensembles.

 

Our Department of Music Open House is Sat., Oct. 26 at 1:00pm in Hillwood Commons

Recital Hall and we will be holding our first of three audition days following the Open House

for those entering Fall of 2014 that wish to audition early. 

Our Music Open house includes:

• Performances by student ensembles

• Information about degree programs and Scholarships

• Live demonstrations of how to perform a college music audition

• Opportunities to speak with music faculty and current music majors

 

To register to attend the Music Open House, students can visit www.liu.edu/post/yes .

To register for a Music Audition on Oct. 26 or any of our other dates, students can visit www.liu.edu/post/musicaudition.

Scholarship requirements and information about our programs can also be accessed via the music audition link.

 

Thank you for your time and attention and we at LIU Post wish you a productive and enjoyable semester.

 

Sincerely,

Lisa Meyer
Production Coordinator
Department of Music
LIU Post
720 Northern Boulevard
Brookville, N.Y. 11548-1300
Phone: 516-299-2475
Fax: 516-299-2884
Email: lisa.meyer@liu.edu
Web: www.liu.edu/post/music 

Brass Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble are canceled tonight, 10/1/13

Symphonic Band Students/ Summer music tour auditions. This Wed.

September 25, 2013

Dear Smithtown Music Student:

Congratulations! Based on your musical achievements, we are offering you the opportunity to participate in our

American Music Abroad Honor Bands, Choirs and Orchestras Tour of Europe for 2014.

For the past thirty-eight years, American Music Abroad has arranged excellent tour experiences for over 33,000 high school age musicians. We have enjoyed great receptions at concerts, broadened horizons and created wonderful memories for our tour participants. Most returning American Music Abroad students feel that the experience is one of the most enriching and educational of their lives.

This year's American Music Abroad Freedom Tour begins July 4 and returns to the United States on July 23.

We will be performing in and visiting France, Belgium, Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Our itinerary is carefully planned for exciting educational and cultural experiences. We stay in fine quality hotels throughout Europe. Some of the places that we will visit are Paris, Brugge, Koblenz, the Bavarian region of Germany, Heidelberg, the Tirolean region of Austria, Salzburg, the Alsace region of France, and Lucerne. Our concerts are often arranged by local cultural or musical organizations.

Highlights of the 2014 Freedom Tour include an evening cruise on the Seine in Paris; a guided tour of the Paris Opera House; a trip up the Eiffel Tower in Paris; a guided tour of Brugge; a cruise on the Rhine River; visits to the medieval towns of Heidelberg and Dinkelsbühl; a sobering visit to a concentration camp; participation in a Tyrolean Folk Fest; a guided tour of the musical city of Salzburg; an awesome trip via cable car to a glacier in the Austrian Alps; and a visit to Haut Königsburg Castle in France!

We have scheduled an American Music Abroad information meeting to be held on

Wednesday, October 2nd at 7:00 pm in the Commack High School Chorus Room. Please ask your parents to join you at the meeting.

The School is located at 1 Scholar Lane in Commack, NY.

If you are interested but unable to attend the meeting, please call American Music Abroad at 856-874-1010.

For more information on American Music Abroad, visit our website at www.americanmusicabroad.com and

watch our introductory video.

Respectfully,

Mr. Ronald Sutherland Mr. Christopher Toomey

Head Director Emeritus Band Director - Freedom Tour

American Music Abroad American Music Abroad

Honor Bands, Choirs and Orchestras Honor Bands, Choirs and Orchestras

Flautists check out this post!!!

Flute Workshop 2013

Directed by Jayn Rosenfeld

A series of eight evening classes for adult flutists. Intermediate to advanced level.


This class consists of chamber music coaching and master class teaching in a low-key, supportive atmosphere. Each flutist is requested to bring the parts to one flute duet, trio or quartet.


Wednesdays: 7:30 - 9:00 pm

October 9 - December 11, 2013


(Class dates: 10/9, 10/16, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, and 12/11)



Registration: $342
(Eight classes)

Registration Fee: $25


Call (212) 242-4770 for further details.


About the Director

Jayn Rosenfeld teaches flute and chamber music at Princeton University, the Music Advancement Program at the Juilliard School, and the Manchester Music Festival, in Vermont. She is a member of the New York New Music Ensemble, the Princeton Symphony Orchestra and several other ensembles in New York. She has given master classes around the country and in the Netherlands and has recorded for CRI, GM Recordings, Centaur Records, O.O. Disks and Bridge Records.

Greenwich House Music School

46 Barrow Street, NYC, 10014

212-242-4770

www.greenwichhouse.org/music

Symphonic Band plus All County and All State students

Hello all,

Please give the following a listen, plus students who were selected to participate in All State and All County are to report to the music suite Monday at the beginning of 8th period for your big photo shoot.  Wear a collared shirt in neat attire please and bring your instrument.

Jupiter
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/14516835/04%20Holst_%20The%20Planets%2C%20Op.%2032%2C%20H%20125%20-%20Jupiter%2C%20The%20Bringer%20Of%20Jollity.m4a

Waltz of the Flowers
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/14516835/1-19%20The%20Nutcracker%2C%20Op.%2071_%20No.%2013%20Waltz%20of%20the%20Flowers.m4a

Symphonic Band Class Policy

SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL- WEST CAMPUS

 SYMPHONIC BAND CLASS POLICY

Mr. Cassera

Class Objective: The students will be able to express themselves through musical performance in an advanced band setting. This music performance class stimulates the students to grow intellectually, emotionally, and creatively which aids 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….

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 based on a student's performance in rotation class assignments, daily rehearsal classes and on exam scores.  Exams are worth 30%, rotation classes are worth 30% and daily rehearsals are worth 40% of the quarter grade.  Daily rehearsal grades encompass class preparation, conduct and participation.

Rehearsal Behavior: Each rehearsal will be conducted as a practice performance. Wearing of hats, any kind of food or drinks, lateness to class and inappropriate behavior will not be permitted or tolerated.

Course Criteria:

Performances: Performances are exams, which are calculated into the quarter grade. Attendance is mandatory for all performances.

Rotation classes: Each class represents a grade.  The grade will be based upon the completion of a given assignment.  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 a zero 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 instructions given. Rehearsal conduct is expected which includes but not limited to, respect and courtesy for the conductor and respect and 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, which does not include rehearsal and lesson time.

First Audition: The results are used for section seating, the Suffolk County Music Educator’s Asso.’s (SCMEA) Division 3 (9^th and 10^th grades only) All County recommendations and count as the first test score.

Performance Dress: Concert Dress: white formal top, black dress slacks, black dress, black or dark tie, black socks and shoes, NO tee or tank shirts, jeans, flip flops or sneakers. Parade Dress: Long Sleeve shirts (provided by school), Tan khakis, and white sneakers provided by student.

Instrument safeguard: 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.

Announcements: Students will be informed during class and by way of the following website; www.mrcassera.blogspot.com.  Students should become followers of the website to be alerted when new announcements are made.

REQUIRED PERFORMANCE DATES

ALL PARADE PERFORMANCES

Homecoming Parade

October 12, 2013 12:30pm

WINTER CONCERT

Symphonic Band

Thursday, December 12, 2013 7:30pm

 NYSSMA Major Organization Festival

Monday, May 19, 2014 TBD

 

SPRING CONCERT

Symphonic Band

Tuesday, June 3, 2014 7:30pm

 

Upcoming Department Dates

 

Gala Concert is March 22, 2014 at 7:30pm. Jazz Festival is April 9, 2014. The New YorkState School Music Association’s ALL-STATE SOLO Festival will be April 25th & 26th, 2014

 

The New York State School Music Association’s SOLO Festival is April 23th & 24th, 2014

=============================================================

 

Detach and return please

 

 

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 Symphonic 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

382-3044
tcassera@smithtown.k12.ny.us

Student name_______________________________________________________

Student Signature___________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian name Mr./Mrs/Ms._________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature___________________________________________________

Contact telephone number____________________________________________________

E-Mail address_____________________________________________________

Congratulations Brass & Jazz @ the Fundraiser for the WS Commerdinger Suffolk County Park in Nesconset.

Outstanding first performance!!!!

There were many compliments from people attending the affair.

Brass & Jazz Gig info for Sat. 9/21/13

Please wear concert dress for Saturday, 9/21/13
Arrive at 6:15 PM
Done @ 8PM (when you finish playing)
Bring a music stand, gear and instrument and music.
You can follow the link for a map.



Cleary School for the Deaf
301 Smithtown Blvd Nesconset, NY 11767

Brass Ensemble

Here it comes--------our first rehearsal!!!

TUESDAY, 9/17/2013
5:00pm--6:30pm
SHSW Music Suite

First performance is Sat., 9/21/2013 in the early evening
Cleary School for the Deaf
for the suffolk county park fundraiser.
This will be an Ice Cream Social and Chinese auction to improve the WS Commerdinger Park.

Jazz Ensemble

Here it comes--------our first rehearsal!!!

TUESDAY, 9/17/2013
6:30pm--8:30pm
SHSW Music Suite

First performance is Sat., 9/21/2013 in the early evening
Cleary School for the Deaf
for the suffolk county park fundraiser.
This will be an Ice Cream Social and Chinese auction to improve the WS Commerdinger Park.

Concert Band Class Policy

Concert Band 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….

 

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 based on a student's performance in  rotation class assignments, daily rehearsal classes and on exam scores.  Exams are worth 25%, rotation classes are worth 25% and daily rehearsals are worth 50% of the quarter grade.  Daily rehearsal grades encompass class preparation, conduct and participation.

 

Rehearsal Behavior: Each rehearsal will be conducted as a practice performance. Wearing of hats, any kind of food or drinks, lateness to class and inappropriate behavior will not be permitted or tolerated.

 

Course Criteria:

 

Performances: Performances are exams which are calculated into the quarter grade. Attendance is mandatory for all performances.

Rotation classes: Each class represents a grade. The grade will be based upon the completion of a 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 a zero 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 instructions given. Rehearsal conduct is expected which includes but not limited to, respect and courtesy for the conductor and respect and 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 not including rehearsal and lesson time.

First Audition: The results are used for section seating, the Suffolk County Music Educator’s Asso.’s (SCMEA) Division 3 All County recommendations and count as the first test score.

Performance Dress: Concert Dress: white formal top, black dress slacks, black dress, black or dark tie, black socks and shoes, NO tee or tank shirts, jeans, flip flops or sneakers. Parade Dress: Long Sleeve shirts (provided by school), Tan khakis, and white sneakers provided by student.

Instrument safeguard: 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.

Announcements: Students will be informed during class and by way of the following website; www.mrcassera.blogspot.com. Students should become followers of the website to be alerted when new announcements are made.

 

REQUIRED PERFORMANCE DATES

 

ALL PARADE PERFORMANCES

TO BE ANNOUNCED

WINTER CONCERT

Concert Band Period 3

Tuesday, December 10, 2013 7:30pm

 NYSSMA Major Organization Festival

Monday, May 19, 2014 TBD

 

SPRING CONCERT

Concert Band Period 3

Tuesday, May 20, 2014 7:30pm

Gala Concert is March 22, 2014 at 7:30pm. Jazz Festival is April 9, 2014. The New YorkState School Music Association’s ALL-STATE SOLO Festival will be April 25^th & 26th, 2014

The New York State School Music Association’s SOLO Festival is April 23th & 24th, 2014

=============================================================

Detach and return please

 

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

382-3044

tcassera@smithtown.k12.ny.us

 

Student name________________________________________________________________

Student Signature_____________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian name Mr./Mrs/Ms._________________________________________________________________

 

Parent/Guardian signature_____________________________________________________

 

Contact telephone number:_____________________________________________________

 

E-Mail address:______________________________________________________________