Saturday, September 26, 2015
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Athletic Pep Band
Please be reminded that we are rehearsing Thursday, 9/24 from 2-4PM for Friday's 9/25 pep rally and the Homecoming Game, 9/26.
We will wear the Smithtown music parade Tee Shirts for these performances.
Please report for the pep rally by 12:00PM to set up and warm up. We are playing at the beginning.
All members should be marching with the Symphonic Band in the Homecoming Parade, Saturday, 9/26. Report to parade site at 11:00am on the corner of Singer Lane and Main St. (LA Fitness/ Buona Sera Parking lot buy Dairy barn). When we are finished you will need to report to High School West by 1:30PM to prepare for the game.
We will continue to rehearse weekly in preparation for the following home varsity football games and the upcoming basketball season.
Home Football games.
Saturday, 9/26, 3PM Game
Friday, 10/2, 6PM Game
Friday, 10/9, 6PM Game
Saturday, 10/17, 2PM Game
and Home Play-off games.
We will wear the Smithtown music parade Tee Shirts for these performances.
Please report for the pep rally by 12:00PM to set up and warm up. We are playing at the beginning.
All members should be marching with the Symphonic Band in the Homecoming Parade, Saturday, 9/26. Report to parade site at 11:00am on the corner of Singer Lane and Main St. (LA Fitness/ Buona Sera Parking lot buy Dairy barn). When we are finished you will need to report to High School West by 1:30PM to prepare for the game.
We will continue to rehearse weekly in preparation for the following home varsity football games and the upcoming basketball season.
Home Football games.
Saturday, 9/26, 3PM Game
Friday, 10/2, 6PM Game
Friday, 10/9, 6PM Game
Saturday, 10/17, 2PM Game
and Home Play-off games.
NYSCAME All County, NYSSMA All State and Nafme All National Photos are Thursday, 9/24, 8th period with Administration
Please report to the main office at the beginning of 8th period, (12:30PM). Dress is neat and bring your instrument. Photos will be posted on the bulletin and school website. This is for selected 11th and 12th grade students only.
Copy of Email Letter sent through parent portal
Dear Band Parents,
I hope you had a wonderful summer and are looking forward to this year's performances. I just wanted to touch base and let you know what is being offered to the students. All students at this point have received Friends of Music of Smithtown literature, audition materials, the class policy, march music, Athletic Pep Band music, Tri-M Honor society info., extra credit opportunities, NYSSMA solo benefits and the benefits of a private teacher as it pertains to extra credit, All-County, All State, Tri-M requirements and the college application process.
Please be aware that performance opportunities have been presented. They are as follows;
Brass Ensemble, no audition and meet Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm with yearlong commitment.
Jazz Ensemble, asked for three trumpet and two saxophone students to audition and meet Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm with yearlong commitment.
Athletic Pep Band, open to all for extra credit, meet Thursdays, 2-4pm for football games and basketball games with season long commitment.
The concert band is currently going through the audition process growth assessment, for seating and SCMEA All-County nominations while lesson rotations are expected to begin when auditions are complete. Mr. Cotignola will be teaching trumpet students and Ms. Irmscher will be teaching flute and clarinet students. Symphonic Band auditions will be held prior to the end of the first quarter. I am also collecting signed class policies and school instrument agreements. At home instruments are available for baritone horn and tuba students and should be picked up this week for home use.
In regards to the class policy, please be aware that parade uniform must be tan or Khaki pants not shorts or capris for the Homecoming Parade 9/26/15 at 11:00am. We will meet at the LA Fitness /Buona Sera parking lot near the Dairy barn corner (Singer lane and Main Street). Our homecoming this year is part of Smithtown?s 350th anniversary celebration. The parade will end just west of Town Hall on the north side. Students will need transportation to and from the parade. Other dates listed in the class policy should be noted as well specifically the concert date that corresponds to the period that your child's band rehearsal occurs.
It is a great pleasure to see my returning students as well as meeting such wonderful new students. I am looking forward to an exciting year of music. See you at back to school night, 9/24/15.
Links;
www.mrcassera.blogspot.com
http://
I hope you had a wonderful summer and are looking forward to this year's performances. I just wanted to touch base and let you know what is being offered to the students. All students at this point have received Friends of Music of Smithtown literature, audition materials, the class policy, march music, Athletic Pep Band music, Tri-M Honor society info., extra credit opportunities, NYSSMA solo benefits and the benefits of a private teacher as it pertains to extra credit, All-County, All State, Tri-M requirements and the college application process.
Please be aware that performance opportunities have been presented. They are as follows;
Brass Ensemble, no audition and meet Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm with yearlong commitment.
Jazz Ensemble, asked for three trumpet and two saxophone students to audition and meet Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm with yearlong commitment.
Athletic Pep Band, open to all for extra credit, meet Thursdays, 2-4pm for football games and basketball games with season long commitment.
The concert band is currently going through the audition process growth assessment, for seating and SCMEA All-County nominations while lesson rotations are expected to begin when auditions are complete. Mr. Cotignola will be teaching trumpet students and Ms. Irmscher will be teaching flute and clarinet students. Symphonic Band auditions will be held prior to the end of the first quarter. I am also collecting signed class policies and school instrument agreements. At home instruments are available for baritone horn and tuba students and should be picked up this week for home use.
In regards to the class policy, please be aware that parade uniform must be tan or Khaki pants not shorts or capris for the Homecoming Parade 9/26/15 at 11:00am. We will meet at the LA Fitness /Buona Sera parking lot near the Dairy barn corner (Singer lane and Main Street). Our homecoming this year is part of Smithtown?s 350th anniversary celebration. The parade will end just west of Town Hall on the north side. Students will need transportation to and from the parade. Other dates listed in the class policy should be noted as well specifically the concert date that corresponds to the period that your child's band rehearsal occurs.
It is a great pleasure to see my returning students as well as meeting such wonderful new students. I am looking forward to an exciting year of music. See you at back to school night, 9/24/15.
Links;
www.mrcassera.blogspot.com
http://
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Smithtown HS West Music Department 2015-16 Calendar
Smithtown High
School West
Music Department
Calendar 2015-16
9/26 Homecoming Parade/
Smithtown 350th
Anniversary Celebration
10/27 Great Artist performance by Break of
Reality
10/30 SCMEA Day of Tuba
11/10 SCMEA Administrator’s Dinner
11/12 NYSCAME All County Reh. 3-7pm Connetquot
HS
11/17 All County Vocal Jazz Auditions
11/18 All Couny Instrumental Jazz Auditions
11/19 NYSCAME All County Reh. 3-9pm Huntington
HS
11/20 NYSCAME All County Reh. 9am-1pm Huntington
HS
11/20 NYSCAME All County CONCERT 7:30pm
Huntington HS
12/3-6 All State Conference
12/8 Winter Concert I; Concert Orch. & P.4
Concert Band
12/15 Winter Concert II; Jazz and Brass Groups
12/17 Winter Concert III; P.6 Concert Band &
Symphonic Orch.
12/22 Winter Concert IV; Symphonic Band & Concert
Choir
1/22/16 SCMEA Day of Horn
2/6/16 SCMEA Day of Jazz
2/11/16 Rhapsody in Smithtown Blue
2/26/16 SCMEA Day of Percussion
3/2-5/16 Musical Theater Production Shows
3/5/16 All County Div. III Reh.
3/11/16 All County Div. III Reh.
3/12/16 All County Div. III Reh.
3/12/16 All County Div. III Concert 8pm
3/15/16 District 4th Grade Instrumental
Music presentation @ HSE
3/19/16 Gala Concert
3/20/16
Gala Concert Snow Date
4/1-2/16 Jazz NYSSMA
4/6/16 Smithtown Serenade 7pm Library
4/8-9/16 Smithtown hosts All State/Regular solo
Satellite
4/20/16 Jazz Festival
5/14/16 District wide Elementary Music Fest @ HSW
5/15/16 District wide Elementary Music Fest @ HSW
5/23/16
NYSSMA Instrumental Majors@ HSE
5/24/16 Spring Concert I; Outdoor Jazz & Chamber
Groups
5/25/16 Spring Concert II; Concert Orch. & P.4 Concert
Band
6/1/16 Friends of Music Awards Night
6/7/16 Spring Concert III; P.6 Concert Band &
Symphonic Orch.
6/8/16 Spring Concert IV; Concert Choir & Symphonic
Band
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 30%, rotation classes are worth 40%
and daily rehearsals are worth 30% 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 or Smart Music assignment 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 I
Concert Band Period 4
Tuesday, December 8, 2015 7:30pm
WINTER CONCERT II
Brass Ens., Jazz Ens., Jazz Choir
Tuesday, December 15, 2015 7:30pm
WINTER CONCERT III
Concert Band Period 6
Thursday, December 17, 2015 7:30pm
NYSSMA Major Organization Festival
Monday, May 23, 2014 TBD
SPRING CONCERT I
Brass Ens., Jazz Ens., Jazz Choir
Tuesday, May 24, 2016 6:00pm
Outdoor, BYO Chair
SPRING CONCERT II
Concert Band Period 4
Wednesday, May 25, 2016 7:30pm
SPRING CONCERT III
Concert Band Period 6
Tuesday, June 7 2016 7:30pm
Gala Concert is March 19, 2016 at 7:30pm. Jazz Festival is
April 20, 2016.The New York State School Music
Association’s ALL-STATE SOLO Festival will be April 8th &
9th, 2016. FOMOS Awards Reception is
June 1, 2016
=============================================================
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
631-382-3044
tcassera@smithtown.k12.ny.us
Student
name________________________________________________________________
Student
Signature_____________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian
name
Mr./Mrs/Ms._________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian
signature_____________________________________________________
Contact
telephone number:_____________________________________________________
E-Mail
address:_______________________________________________________________
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 (9th and
10th 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
September 26, 2015 12:00pm
WINTER
CONCERT IV
Tuesday,
December 22, 2015 7:30pm
GALA
CONCERT
Saturday,
March 19, 2016 7:30PM
NYSSMA
Major Organization Festival
Monday,
May 23, 2016 TBD
SPRING
CONCERT IV
Wednesday,
June 8, 2016 7:30pm
Upcoming Department Dates
SCMEA Day of Tuba is October 30, 2015.
All County Concert is November 20, 2015.
SCMEA All County Jazz Auditions are
November 18, 2015.
SCMEA
Day of Horn is January 16, 2016.
SCMEA
Day of Percussion is February 26, 2016.
The
New York State School Music Association’s
ALL-STATE & SOLO Festival will be April 8th & 9th, 2016.
Jazz
Festival is April 20, 2016.
FOMOS
Awards Reception is June 1, 2016.
==============================================================================
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
631-382-3044
tcassera@smithtown.k12.ny.us
Student name_______________________________________________________
Student Signature___________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian name
Mr./Mrs/Ms.________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature___________________________________________
Contact telephone
number__________________________________________
Friday, September 4, 2015
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