Concert Expectations
Band Concert Attendance Policy
Band at BMMS is considered a co-curricular activity. What does "co-curricular" mean? Activities such as sports, theatre, dance, cheerleading, and clubs are extra-curricular. All of the Participation in band at BMMS means that there are additional, graded obligations that take place outside of the normal school day. This will include weeknights and sometimes weekends. Attendance at these obligations is required, and therefore a part of the student’s grade each quarter. Students are expected to arrive on-time and remain for the entire event (concert, festival, performance, rehearsal) It is important that our students support each other and learn that part of becoming a well-rounded musician includes learning the role of the audience member.
What is an excused absence from a performance?
personal illness
family emergency
religious holidays as defined by law
Transportation difficulties is not considered an excuse. Any problems in arranging transportation to or from a concert should be communicated to the director as soon as possible and every effort will be made to find a solution.
Band at BMMS is considered a co-curricular activity. What does "co-curricular" mean? Activities such as sports, theatre, dance, cheerleading, and clubs are extra-curricular. All of the Participation in band at BMMS means that there are additional, graded obligations that take place outside of the normal school day. This will include weeknights and sometimes weekends. Attendance at these obligations is required, and therefore a part of the student’s grade each quarter. Students are expected to arrive on-time and remain for the entire event (concert, festival, performance, rehearsal) It is important that our students support each other and learn that part of becoming a well-rounded musician includes learning the role of the audience member.
What is an excused absence from a performance?
personal illness
family emergency
religious holidays as defined by law
Transportation difficulties is not considered an excuse. Any problems in arranging transportation to or from a concert should be communicated to the director as soon as possible and every effort will be made to find a solution.
Band Concert Dress Code
In an effort to create a unified image, students will be required to wear the following attire for all band concerts:
- Music Department Polo Shirt (the school will order them and the student will purchase from the school)
- Black dress pants (leggings, tights, jeans, etc are not appropriate)
- Black Dress shoes
In an effort to create a unified image, students will be required to wear the following attire for all band concerts:
- Music Department Polo Shirt (the school will order them and the student will purchase from the school)
- Black dress pants (leggings, tights, jeans, etc are not appropriate)
- Black Dress shoes
Concert Etiquette Expectations
Concerts have a set of rules for behavior that should be followed.
When we go to concerts, we go for many reasons,
But the most important reason is
To watch and listen to the performers.
The performers are NOT on television.
They are alive;
They can see and hear the audience;
They want to be able to do a great job for you.
Good concert etiquette helps the audience have a good experience.
What some people fail to realize is that the audience can also help the performers perform better. With no visual or auditory distractions, performers can concentrate on giving a great performance. They are trying their best to present an enjoyable musical experience for everyone.
To help the performers do their best:
- Don’t get out of your seat or move around in the auditorium, especially while the performers are performing.
- Don’t talk, whisper, sing, or make other noises.
- Arrive on time and stay until the end of the performance. Don’t leave early to beat the rush.
- Don’t take pictures during a performance.
- Turn off all of your noise making gadgets like watches, phones and games.
- Coughing fits and upset children are often unavoidable. If it happens, leave the auditorium quickly and quietly.
- Clap enthusiastically to show your appreciation. Don’t holler and hoot.
Remember:
Don’t do anything
That makes people notice you
Instead of the performance.
Concerts have a set of rules for behavior that should be followed.
When we go to concerts, we go for many reasons,
But the most important reason is
To watch and listen to the performers.
The performers are NOT on television.
They are alive;
They can see and hear the audience;
They want to be able to do a great job for you.
Good concert etiquette helps the audience have a good experience.
What some people fail to realize is that the audience can also help the performers perform better. With no visual or auditory distractions, performers can concentrate on giving a great performance. They are trying their best to present an enjoyable musical experience for everyone.
To help the performers do their best:
- Don’t get out of your seat or move around in the auditorium, especially while the performers are performing.
- Don’t talk, whisper, sing, or make other noises.
- Arrive on time and stay until the end of the performance. Don’t leave early to beat the rush.
- Don’t take pictures during a performance.
- Turn off all of your noise making gadgets like watches, phones and games.
- Coughing fits and upset children are often unavoidable. If it happens, leave the auditorium quickly and quietly.
- Clap enthusiastically to show your appreciation. Don’t holler and hoot.
Remember:
Don’t do anything
That makes people notice you
Instead of the performance.