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Marching Band Syllabus
Marching Band Syllabus
Course Expectations
Students are expected to work collaboratively and independently in band. This course requires a minimal
amount of written homework. Most outside-of-class work will come in the form of practicing. Students
should practice at home and/or during study hall/open periods at least three, preferably five or more, days
each week. Grades will be primarily performance based. Students may be required to complete
performance-based homework assignments and may borrow school materials if they do not have the
necessary technology at home.
Attendance
Due to the nature of this course, attendance at all rehearsals and performances is extremely important.
Please see the band attendance expectations listed in the online document accessible here:
tinyurl.com/BandAttendanceExpectations. Because most rehearsal and performance dates are shared
months in advance, students are expected to plan other commitments accordingly and communicate
immediately about any unresolvable conflicts. Managing a schedule and communicating with various
stakeholders is a life skill.
Remind
I use a free service called Remind to communicate with band members and families. If you have not been
receiving Remind messages from me, please use the link provided to sign up for Marching Band email
alerts or text messages: remind.com/join/bhsmband22
Food & Drink
Water is the only beverage allowed. No food, gum, or other drinks are permitted.
CONCERTS
Concerts are a culminating performance and an opportunity to showcase the learning that takes place
every day in this course. As indicated in the attendance expectations, except in emergencies, attendance is
expected at all concerts. Students who miss a concert may see a reduction in their grade and/or may be
asked to complete an alternate assignment. Please make note of the concert dates listed below and see the
Fall 2022 Schedule and Upcoming BHS Band Events Google Doc for a list of additional performances
and rehearsals. Dates are subject to change, and I will communicate any changes as quickly as possible.
I post the most up-to-date information about concerts and other upcoming events in the Upcoming BHS
Band Events Google Doc: tinyurl.com/BHSBandEvents
BHS Instrumental Music Winter Concert (Concert Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Orchestra)
Thursday, December 15, 2022
(Snow date is Monday, December 19)
7:00 p.m.
BHS Instrumental Music Spring Concert (Concert Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Orchestra)
Friday, May 12, 2023
7:00 p.m.
We will have a couple of rehearsals outside of school before our winter and spring concerts. Because
Concert Band and Marching Band meet separately, this is our only time to rehearse together before
performing in concert. I will communicate any additional rehearsal/performance dates when they are
confirmed.
Concert dress for the above performances is all black. This means: black dress shirt, black pants, black
belt (if wearing a belt), black socks, and black shoes. Long dresses or skirts are permitted, but they must
fall past the knees when seated; anything shorter is not appropriate for a concert. Attire should look
professional (i.e. no ripped clothes). Concert attire must follow the school dress code, as designated by
board of education policy.
Uniform for football games, parades, pep rallies, and other marching band performances is as follows:
School-issued BHS marching band uniform jacket and bibber pants
Marching band T-shirt (provided for first-year members) and other apparel (such as gym shorts,
leggings, athletic wear, and other soft fabrics) that will not damage the uniform. Jeans and other
rough fabrics are NOT allowed.
Long black socks (crew length, must cover ankle)
Marching band shoes: $37
Marching band gloves (all instruments except percussion): $3
If you are experiencing financial hardship or anticipate a problem with concert dress or uniform
expectations, please let me know immediately.
Grades
50% Performance Assessments
35% Written Assignments & Assessments
15% Written Reflections on Performance
Extra Help
Ms. Legman is available for extra help by appointment during Periods 1 and 8 and after school during
Semester I.
Senior Internships
Students participating in the senior internship program are expected to participate in any end-of-year
performances, including but not limited to the Spring Concert and Memorial Day Parade, and any evening
rehearsals to prepare for these events.
Final Exam
Per department policy, seniors who have earned an A average do not need to be present during the final
exam time slot. All other students (including students in grade 12 who have an A- or lower and all
students in grades 9-11) must attend the final exam.
Syllabus Acknowledgement
YEAR: 2022-23
Student Guardian
Initials Initials
_______ ______ I read and understand the cell phone policy, including that parents will be unable to
reach students via cell phone when they are in class.
_______ ______ I made note of the concert dates and understand rehearsal and performance
attendance expectations.
_______ ______ I read and understand the concert attire and marching band uniform expectations.
_______ ______ I read and understand the rehearsal and performance expectations for students
participating in senior internships.
Please indicate acknowledgement of all syllabus information by completing and signing the portion
below.