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Updated June 19, 2010 Directors Letter for Fall 2010 Housing Information and Information for Academic Advisors Fall 2010 Schedule (tentative)
Welcome back to returning members of the MSU Bands!
And to the new and prospective
members of the MSU Bands, welcome and we hope you join us.
We hope you plan to continue your education at MSU and also plan to
be a very important member of the MSU Band. The MSU Band is the largest
student group on campus and very highly regarded by the faculty, the student
body, and the community. We have an exciting schedule for our 23nd year that
includes
a new
band hall. We want to
make sure you know we want you to be a part of all the fun.
Included with this letter: Fall
2010 schedule as of June 1, 2010, tentative roster, Frequently Asked
Questions page with information about scholarships and all of the bands,
Special information for students in University housing, A special
information sheet for your academic advisor so they will know what course to
enroll you in.
Pre-band rehearsals will begin at Noon on Monday, August 16 and will run
from noon to 8 pm for four days only. Dinner is provided each evening and
fun after-rehearsal activities are planned each night by Kappa Kappa Psi.
It is important that you be at the pre-band rehearsals.
Please look at the enclosed schedule
and let me know in advance if you cannot attend any pre-band rehearsals.
It is alright if you have to leave
rehearsal during pre-band to take care of advising and registration.
We are performing some great music in the fall: La Suerte de los
Tontos, Mangione Opener, Echano, and Malaguena.
The can hear the first three online at
www.arrangerspublishingcompany.com and enter the title in the search box
at the top of the page.
When classes begin, the Marching Band will rehearse on Tuesday nights from
6-9 p.m. (only for first 8 weeks of the semester until October 12) and on
Wednesday, and Friday from 1-3 (all semester). We do not have weekend
rehearsals and we do not hold class beyond class time because of other class
conflicts. The enclosed Fall 2010 tentative schedule tells you of every
activity you will be expected to be at as of June 1st.
Uniforms, instruments, and the band t-shirt are provided at no cost and the
only things you need to provide are white marching shoes, white socks, and
white gloves. We can order white shoes during pre-band week but you can take
care of your shoes early by going to a website like
www.mccormicksnet.com and
purchasing white marching shoes.
The cost will be between $27 and $40 and we recommend the MTX
marching shoe in white.
Arrangements are being made to again let band members check into the dorms
early on Sunday afternoon, August 15.
Last year band members were permitted to move in between 2 pm and 5
pm. The dorms do not open for
other students until Tuesday.
Our band fraternity, Kappa Kappa Psi, will be helping you with moving in.
If you are going to be in the dorm, be sure to call my office at
(940) 397-4210 and leave your name and phone number and let us know you will
be moving in that Sunday. We
will send a complete list to the Housing Office the week before pre-band.
We will also send you information in early August that will include a
phone number you can call on Sunday afternoon August 15th to get
help with moving into the dorms.
Since we will begin to write drill soon and everyone gets a spot on the
field, we need to know if you can or can't join us in the fall. I have
enclosed a very tentative roster. There
will be a lot of changes as the summer goes along.
If you are not on the roster and
should be, if you are in the wrong section, or if you are on the roster and
should not be, please let me know.
You can email me at larry.archambo@mwsu.edu or call (940) 397-4210
(office) and leave a message letting us know what changes to make. Don’t
hesitate to call (940)397-4210 (office) or (940)642-6076 (cell) if you have
any questions. It still isn't too late to juggle a class or two to make room
for Marching Band. It will take
much less time than you think.
The MSU Band is a great experience and we hope you will join us. Every
single member of the band is important and contributes to the success of the
group and we hope you choose to also. If you have questions, please don't be
afraid to call me at one of the numbers above.
Check www.msumusic.org for the latest
updates over the summer. We
hope to see you in the MSU Band in August.
Dr. Larry Archambo and Mr. Alan Black Roster as of Saturday, June 19, 2010
Need Instruments
Staff
Flute/Piccolo
Clarinet
Saxophone
Horn
Trumpet
Trombone
Baritone
Tuba
Snare Drum
Quints
Bass Drum
Cymbals
Side Ensemble
Guard
Frequently
Asked Questions about the MSU Band Program
What if I have a course conflict with any of the rehearsal times for
Marching Band?
It is possible to be in the University Marching Band and still take a course
that meets at the same time as Marching Band. The Marching Band rehearses
for 7 hours each week and it is possible to take a course that conflicts
with up to 2-3 hours of that rehearsal time. For example, you might be
enrolled in Marching Band and also for a science lab that meets on
Wednesdays from 1-2 pm. We recommend you go ahead and sign up for the other
course first. You will then
need to add Marching Band. One
of the band directors can help you add marching band as a course conflict.
You will receive full academic credit for both courses.
Do I get a scholarship for playing in the Marching Band?
Everyone in their first two fall semesters of Marching Band receives a
scholarship of $125, regardless of major. Beginning with the second year,
marching band scholarships go up to $225.
No audition is required and the scholarship is automatic.
How does the Marching Band for Physical Education substitution work?
Everyone at MSU must take two Kinesology (PE) courses (now 1 credit hours
each) on all degrees. Two semesters of Marching Band (lower-level or
upper-level) will substitute for the entire Kinesology requirement.
No additional paperwork required.
Is there a Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, or Steel Drums at MSU?
The Jazz Ensemble rehearses in the Band hall from 11:00-11:50 on
Monday/Wednesday/Friday. You must contact Mr. Alan Black at 397-4186 to make
arrangements for auditions or placement in the Jazz Ensemble. The Jazz
Ensemble is always looking for great players.
The Percussion Ensemble is a group of percussionists under the
direction of Alan Black that performs percussion music.
MSU also has a Steel Drum band call
The Steel Bandits under Mr.
Black's direction. The Percussion Ensemble and The Steel Bandits rehearse
every week during the fall and spring semesters. One hour of credit is
available each semester. Contact Alan Black if you are interested in playing
in the Percussion Ensemble or in playing steel drums.
Do I have to audition for the Marching Band and what do I have to provide to
be in the Marching Band?
There is no audition to be in the MSU Marching Band.
Marching Band members need to provide white marching shoes, white
socks, and white gloves. The Band will provide the Band t-shirt. Uniforms,
instruments, and the t-shirt are provided to students at no charge.
What about spring-semester bands, spring scholarships, and the Fine-Arts
Substitution for Symphonic Band?
In the spring semester we have the Symphonic Band (open to anyone without
audition) which rehearses on MWF from 1-1:50 pm and the Wind Ensemble
(auditions take place in November) which rehearses from 2-2:50 pm. The
scholarship is $100 for either group if you were in the Marching Band the
previous fall. Three semesters of Symphonic Band or Wind Ensemble substitute
for the Fine Arts requirement on all degrees.
What about the Basketball Pep Band for men’s and women’s basketball games?
The Basketball Pep Band plays for men’s and women’s home games. Everyone in
the Pep Band receives a scholarship (if they were in the Marching Band the
previous semester). Scholarships
vary by semester but have been around $250. Enrollment in the Pep Band is
during the spring semester only, but the Pep Band also plays 4 to 6 games
late in the Fall semester. Last
year the Basketball Pep Band attended the NCAA Elite 8 National Basketball
Tournament in Springfield, MA.
When does the Winterguard rehearse?
The Winterguard begins rehearsals near the end of the marching season,
usually early November. They rehearse in evenings to avoid conflicts with
classes. The competitive season for Winterguard usually begins in early
February and runs through mid-April. One hour of credit is available during
the Spring semester. Contact Mr. Black if you are interested in Winterguard
at MSU.
Who do I call if I have more questions? Call: Dr. Larry Archambo at (940)397-4210 or Mr. Alan Black at (940) 397-4186
Information for Academic
Advisors Give to your
advisor when you register for classes.
If you have questions, call (940)397-4210, (940)397-4186, or
(940)642-6076. MSU Marching Band
for Fall 2010
Lower Level (Freshmen and Sophomores) 10399 MUSC1041-80 Univ. Marching Band WF 1-2:50 pm and T 6-9 p.m. (8 weeks)
Upper Level (Juniors and Seniors)
10447
MUSC1041-80 Univ. Marching Band
WF 1-2:50 pm and
T 6-9 p.m. (8 weeks)
We DO permit students to be in the Marching Band and attend
rehearsals two times each week if
the student has a conflict between a scheduled Marching Band rehearsal time
and another scheduled class (such as a lab).
In this case, please enroll the student in the other course
first. They can always add
marching band during the first few days of class.
The computer will not take both courses at the same time unless the
enrollment form is signed “time conflict OK”.
You may sign the enrollment form “time conflict OK” to the right of
Marching Band for those students with a conflict if you wish.
Or Dr. Archambo or Mr. Black can
sign an add form to put Marching Band on the schedule during add week in
August.
There are NO weekend rehearsals for Marching Band.
We meet only at the regularly scheduled rehearsal times.
Because of scheduling this Fall, we play for six home football games.
Marching Band is a one credit-hour course.
All members of the Marching Band receive a scholarship, regardless of
their major area of study. Two
semesters of Marching Band substitute for the Kinesiology requirement.
Students receive an MSU Band letter jacket at the beginning of their
fourth year in Marching Band.
For any questions,
Dr. Archambo can be reached at his office at (940) 397-4210, at home at
696-5511, or on his cell phone at 642-6076.
Housing Information
Notice to Students in University Housing
Arrangements are being made to let marching band members check into the
dorms early on Sunday afternoon, August 15.
Last year band members were permitted to move in between 2 pm and 5
pm. The dorms do not open for
other students until Tuesday.
Our band fraternity, Kappa Kappa Psi, will be helping you with moving in.
If you are going to be in the dorm, be sure to call my office at
(940) 397-4210 and leave your name and a phone number on the answering
machine and let me know you will be moving in that Sunday.
We will send a complete list to the Housing Office the week before
pre-band. We will also send you
information in early August that will include a phone number you can call on
Sunday afternoon August 15th to get help with moving into the
dorms.
MSU Marching Band 2010 Fall
Schedule
August 15, Sunday, Band members can check in to dorms between noon and 3 pm.
Call xxx-xxx-xxxx or xxx-xxxx for help moving in.
Band get together in the
evening at 6 p.m., Bandhall.
August 16-19, Monday-Thursday, PreBand Rehearsals, Noon-8 p.m.
Activities after evening rehearsals each night.
Dinner provided at 5 pm each
evening. Drumline on Monday
9-11 am.
August 23, Monday, Classes begin
September 6, Monday, Labor Day, No MSU Classes
September 18, Saturday, Home
Football vs. SWOSU, 7 pm., Ready at stadium 6 pm.
Military Appreciation Day
September 25, Saturday, Percussion/Drum Line Show at Rider High School. Time
TBA.
October 2, Saturday. 7 p.m.,
Home Football vs. Incarnate Word.,
Ready at stadium 6 pm
October 4, Monday, 5-9 p.m. Wichita
Falls ISD Marching Festival, begins at 5 pm. The MSU Marching Band will
march last. All band members will need to be at the stadium ready to go
under the scoreboard on the south end by 8:15 pm. Volunteers will be needed
to work this contest.
October 12, Tuesday, 6-9 pm, Final Tuesday Evening Rehearsal of the
semester.
October 16, Saturday, Region II UIL
Marching Contest at Memorial Stadium. 2 Performances. Volunteers
will be needed to run this contest.
October 16, Saturday, 8 pm, Home
Football vs. ASU, Ready at 7 pm
October 23, Saturday, Tentative,
Away Football vs. WTAMU, 6 pm game.
October 28, Thursday, late evening,
Homecoming Bonfire on Campus.
Full band.
October 30, Saturday, Home Football
vs Tarleton State University, ready at stadium 6 pm.
November 13, Saturday, Home Football
vs NEOSU, ready at stadium noon.
November 20, Saturday, Football Playoffs Begin. Times and Locations TBA.
The full band will perform at home or away playoff games. Please keep this
day available.
December 3, Friday, 7:00 pm Fantasy
of Lights Christmas Concert. Check In band uniforms and Band Christmas
Party in the Band Hall after the concert.
December 4, Saturday. Kanza
Bowl in Topeka Kansas.
Selection depends on final region ranking.
December 10, Friday, 2 pm, Commencement Rehearsal. Wind Ensemble Only.
December 11, Saturday, 9:30 am, Fall Commencement. Wind Ensemble only.
Ceremony begins as 10 am. MSU Home MSUMusic.org Home Top of Page Department of Music, 3410 Taft, Wichita Falls TX 76308, (940) 397-4267 |
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