Verona Marching
Maroon & White
2014
“Clockworks”
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Verona High School
Music Department
Veronamusic.org
Welcome to the Verona High School Music Department! In this document you will
find the rehearsal/performance dates for the 2014-2015 school year. It is
imperative to plan accordingly for these dates, as any excused absence must be
sent and approved by Mr. Lynch via e-mail ([email protected]) at least
one week in advance. Students are permitted two excused absences for significant
personal/family matters per year (with the exceptions of emergencies/illness)
once the school year starts. If you are not currently on the mailing list for the
Verona Music Parents Association, please forward your information to:
[email protected]
Marching Maroon and White
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Mini Camp: Day #1: Color Guard/Percussion (Mandatory)
Thursday: August 21st: 9am to 4pm
Mini Camp: Day #2: Color Guard/Percussion/All New Members/
All Leaders (Mandatory)
Friday: August 22nd: 9am to 4pm
Band Camp (at VHS): Saturday, August 23rd Thursday, August 28th
Saturday, August 23rd:
8am to 2pm: Car Wash Fundraiser
(students will be assigned two-hour shifts with their sections)
3pm to 6:00pm (full rehearsal)
8:00pm: Party at the Verona Community Pool
Sunday, August 24th:
10am to 1pm: Session I
1:00pm to 2:00pm: Lunch
1:15pm: General Parent Meeting
2:00pm to 6:00pm: Session II
Monday, August 25th through Thursday, August 28th:
9:00am to 12:30pm: Session I
12:30pm to 1:30pm: Lunch
1:30pm to 4:30pm: Session II
4:30pm to 6:00pm: Dinner (Pizza Party at VHS on Wed. 8/29)
6:00pm to 9:00pm: Session III
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Saturday, September 6th, 9am to 4pm
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Tuesday Night Rehearsals 6:30pm to 9:00pm
9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 (now please see below)
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Special Championship Week Rehearsals at Centennial Field:
Tuesday 10/21 (5:30-9:00pm)
Thursday 10/23 (5:30-9:00pm)
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Color Guard and Percussion Sectionals: 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Thursdays (except where marked):
Wind/Brass Sectionals are optional on these evenings
9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/24 (Wednesday) 10/2, 10/9, 10/15 (Wednesday)
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Competitions:
9/27: Saturday, Roxbury
10/5: Sunday, Verona High School J J J
10/11: Saturday, West Orange
10/18: Saturday, South Brunswick High School
10/25: Saturday, New Jersey State Championships, Rutgers University
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Football Games (contingent on our performance times at competitions)
9/13: Saturday, Newark East Side, 1pm, away
9/20: Saturday, Marist, 1pm, home
9/27: Saturday, Glen Ridge, 1pm, home
10/11: Saturday, West Side, 1 pm away
10/18: Saturday, Shabazz, 1pm, home
10/25: Saturday, Millburn, 1pm, home
11/1: Saturday Orange 1 pm away
11/7: Friday Cedar Grove 7 pm away
11/14 or 11/15: Possible Playoff Game
11/21 or 11/22: Possible Playoff Game
11/27: Thanksgiving! Caldwell, 10am, home
12/5 or 12/6: Possible Playoff Game
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Concerts/Performances
Holiday Concert –Wednesday, December 17th, 7:30pm
Additional Concert Band Rehearsals
Wednesdays: 1/21, 2/11, 3/11, 4/29 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Vocal Concert: Thursday, March 12th (tentative)
State Concert Band Festival at VHS, Tuesday March 17th (5:00pm to 9:00pm)
Jazz Night –Wednesday April 15th 7:30pm
New Jersey State Gala Concert (if selected): Sunday, May 3rd
Spring Concert – Wednesday, May 6th 7:30pm
Spring Music Trip – Thursday May 14th through Sunday, May 17th (tentative)
Chamber Night – Tuesday, May 19th 7:30pm
Creative Arts – Wednesday, May 20th 7:30pm
Memorial Day Parade – Monday, May 25th 8:45am
Music Banquet –Monday, June 1st, 6:30pm (Hanover Manor, East Hanover)
Graduation – Friday, June 19th, 6pm
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Welcome - As the summer comes to an end and the school year commences the
excitement of band is in the air! The accomplishments of last year’s music department
were breathtaking, and we look forward to watching our student musicians add their
own chapter to the history of the Verona High School Music Department. We ask that
both parents/guardians and students read this manual thoroughly and sign the
appropriate lines on the last page. The expectations that are set forth in this packet are
the foundation for our success as an organization, as well as a pivotal step in creating
an opening line of communication between the staff, parents/guardians, and students.
Philosophy – The Verona High School Music Department prides itself on providing
students a well-rounded music education encompassed by opportunities to perform in
a variety of instrumental and choral ensembles, and participate in three rigorous tracts
of music theory (I, II, AP with emphasis on the educational process, quality literature,
and a true sense of family and camaraderie.
Staff –
Band Director – Erik Lynch
Assistant Band Director – Jonathan Sarafine
Marching Instructor/Drill Writer – Ken Sadowsky
Marching Instructors – Chris Johnson, Jesse Burbank
Color Guard Caption Heads – Beth Kierez, Bernard Kierez
Color Guard Instructors– Karen Salomon
Percussion Design and Instruction – Kenneth Riehman
Woodwind Instructor – Ryan Wiemken
Drum Line Instructor – Dan Granda
Pit Instructor – Zac Robason
Schedule/Attendance/Punctuality/Pit and Truck Duty– Pages 1+2 of this packet list
the rehearsals and performance dates for the 2014-2015 school year. As a member of
the Verona Band it is imperative to plan accordingly for these dates. It is imperative to
plan accordingly for these dates, as any excused absence must be sent and approved by
Mr. Lynch via e-mail ([email protected]) at least one week in advance.
Students are permitted two excused absences for significant personal/family matters
per year (with the exceptions of emergencies/illness). All students must adhere to these
attendance policies and all VHS policies to perform at football games/competitions.
Being on time, aka “early”, is at the heart of our success - clearly, this lesson goes far
beyond band. J After being late for two rehearsals, each additional late will result in
one point being subtracted for attendance portion (50%) of the marking
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period grade. Mr. Lynch sometimes grants exceptions to the lateness policy for students
who are involved in athletics. Any student found to be taking advantage of this policy
will face disciplinary action from the school administration and will jeopardize their
participation in the band.
All freshmen and percussionists (drum line/pit) have the responsibility of moving the
percussion and other equipment to the appropriate rehearsal spot and back to the
appropriate storage places. These members are required to arrive fifteen minutes before
rehearsal begins, and to move all equipment back after the rehearsal concludes. Specific
equipment assignments are posted in the band room. The above late policy will apply
to any person late for these responsibilities as well.
Block Scheduling
Verona High School will continue operate on a Block Schedule, which will be broken
down into Regular Days A, B, C, and D. The Band will rehearse during Regular Days
A, B, and C (not D) during Period 1. Please check Veronamusic.org for the most
recent weekly schedules.
Time
Day A
Day B
Day C
Day D
No
Band
7:558:50
Period
1
Band
Period
4
Period
3
Period
2
8:539:48
Period
2
Period
1
Band
Period
4
Period
3
9:5110:51
Period
3
Period
2
Period
1
Band
Period
4
10:5111:41
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
10:4412:44
Period
5
Period
8
Period
7
Period
6
12:471:42
Period
6
Period
5
Period
8
Period
7
1:452:40
Period
7
Period
6
Period
5
Period
8
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Each class period is 55 or 60 minutes in length; the lunch period is 50 minutes in length.
Chorus will meet on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 7:12 am to 7:52 am.
Rehearsal Preparation –
The following is a required list of items for each rehearsal and any student who
does not bring any of the required items for rehearsal will lose one point in the
participation (25%) of the marking period grade.
o Instrument/Flag/Accessories in working condition
o Sneakers/Socks (for marching)
o Marching Binder (For all warm ups, music and drill. Students should attach
rope to the binder so they may put it over their shoulder during marching
rehearsals and place all handouts in plastic cover sheets.)
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The following is a recommended list of items for each rehearsal:
Hat - highly recommended
Sunscreen – highly recommended
Appropriate clothing for varying degrees of weather
Towel (for color guard students during dance routines)
Nourishment –
Due to the rigorous physical nature of marching band, it is imperative that students eat
full meals and drink plenty of fluids before attending rehearsals. Since
rehearsal/game/competition days are quite long, it is equally important that
students/parents pack enough food and drinks for the day. It is completely
understood that choice of meals is something personal, however it is generally
suggested that students choose water, fruits, vegetables, and proteins over soda and
“junk food.”
Instrument/Equipment Care and Storage – It is imperative that students maintain
their respective school-owned or personal instruments. This includes regular cleaning,
as well as having the appropriate accessories (mouthpieces, valve oil, etc.) In emergency
situations, reeds are available in the office. No reed will be distributed without
receiving the appropriate payment. (Clarinet, Alto Sax and Tenor Sax are $1 per reed,
Bari Saxes are $2)
If equipment is damaged or lost, students are responsible for fixing or replacing it. All
equipment will be taped/labeled prior to rehearsal. Students are responsible for
bringing all equipment to rehearsal, football games, competitions, parades, etc.
All instruments, both school-owned and personal, will be stored in our storage area. All
students will be issued a lock and locker in the storage room, as well as a contract that
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he or she responsible for the instrument/lock. These cages must be locked at all times.
All school instruments must be returned by the last day of school, unless the student
wishes to fill out a contract for summer practice. Any instrument and equipment not
stored appropriately will be locked in the music office and one point will be subtracted
from the participation portion (25%) of the marking period grade. Students are
permitted to store only their instrument in the locker, no food, drinks, books, folders,
etc.
Grade Breakdown Attendance - 50%
Participation - 25%
Performance Assessments – 25%
Attitude – Above all mutual respect, pride, and class permeates our organization. We
travel to football games and competitions both in and out of state, and therefore we
represent our school, our community, and most importantly ourselves. Appropriate
etiquette and behavior is at expected at all times, which includes the respect of other
bands. Any behavior that is deemed inappropriate by the marching band staff will
result in immediate disciplinary action, and will require a parental conference with staff
and the school administration (please see contract on the next page).
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We have thoroughly read the contents of this manual and understand the
responsibilities, standards, and expectations of being a member of the Verona
High School Marching Maroon and White: (All manuals are due to Mr.
Lynch on Monday, August 25th, 2014 by 6pm.)
Date: ________________________
Student Name (Printed): _______________________________________
Student Name (Signed): _______________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (Printed): _________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (Signed): __________________________________________