Handbook
 

Advantages:

Playing in an orchestra is part of a well-rounded education. Music teaches discipline, teamwork, and self-confidence. These qualities enable students to achieve higher academic goals.

Secondly, participants rehearse and perform with other talented young people.

Thirdly, youth have an opportunity to grow as musicians and to perform from the standard repertoire.

Responsibilities:

First of all, know your music part. Practice at home as well as at school so that you are prepared for Tuesday's group rehearsals.

(If you are struggling with any of the music, be sure to ask your music teacher for help.)

Punctuality is important! Rehearsals begin at 4:30 and end at 6:30. Be attentive and ready to listen to the conductor! Observe your section leaders as they model for you. Be willing to follow Darton College rules of refraining from eating and drinking in band room and whispering in the halls.

No chewing gum. Orchestra members are expected to behave professionally.

Proper handling of your instrument will be demonstrated and promoted in the rehearsal time. All cases should be locked and placed on their sides next to your chairs.

Take care not to put your instruments on the floor.

All orchestra members are expected to be active in every fund raising project. (We do accept donations.)

Dress rehearsals and concerts are mandatory.

Turn cell phones OFF before entering band room and put away. (They will be confiscated if rules are not followed and will be given back before you leave.)

Attendance:

* Please be prompt for each practice.

* Be sure to submit anticipated absences to the conductor.

* Very important!

a) After 3 late arrivals, student may be dismissed from orchestra concerts, trips, etc. (at the conductor’s discretion.)

b) After missing 3 rehearsals, student may be dismissed from orchestra concerts, trips, etc. (at the conductor’s discretion.)

Materials:

* Each student should bring a sharpened pencil to all rehearsals.

*Music is expected to be brought in a folder to all practices.
 

Dress Code:

Young men:

Black dress shoes (no tennis shoes)

Dark socks (black only)

Black pants

Solid, long-sleeved black shirt

Or Black tuxedo

Young ladies:

Solid black dress or

Black pants with solid black blouse/long-sleeved

Black hose and shoes

            

***Modesty speaks volumes! We do not want to draw attention to ourselves but rather present an excellent concert to our family and friends. Therefore, keep dress length below the knees and tops fully covered.