With the concert coming up, and the inevitable questions that I receive from students, I have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions. If your question is not answered here, feel free to send me an email!
Q: When is the concert?
A: Tuesday, December 19
Q: Wait...where is this again?
A: Carson City Community Center
Q: Can we come early to help set up?
A: Yes, as long as it's no earlier than 4:30 PM and you are with your parents. Bring decorations or lights and we may even use them as part of our concert!
Q: When is call time?
A: 5:45 PM for Beginning Band, Handbells, and Concert Band. No later than 6:45 PM for everybody else. In more than 1 ensemble? Arrive at the earlier of the two call times.
Q: What if I forget my instrument or music at CMS?
A: Beg your parents to take you back to school for whatever you forgot, and beg a custodian to let you into the band room. There's no guarantee that you'd make it back in time for your group's performance. Your best bet is to bring home everything you need that afternoon.
Q: What do we wear?
A: Parents may wear whatever they want!! But seriously, here's the concert attire for each group:
- Beginning Band, Concert Band: Blue CMS Band polo or SSA polo with black dress pants, black socks, and black dress shoes.
- Handbells: Festive/Christmas-like attire.
- Intermediate Band, Advanced Band, Jazz Band: Tuxedo outfit issued to your student, including blue cummerbund, bow tie, vests (certain Jazz Band members) and black marching shoes or dress shoes. *Remember to take your garment bags home*
Q: Can we decorate our instruments or ourselves?
A: Absolutely! Holiday hats are encouraged. If you decorate instruments, make sure the decorations do not get in the way of the functionality of the instrument or damage the lacquer.
Q: Can I bring baked goods without signing up online?
A: Sure! Just show up with your favorite individually packaged cookies, fudge, brownies, or anything else and we will sell it.
Q: What time does the concert start?
A: The concert starts at 6:00 PM. Part 2 starts at 7:00 PM.
Q: What is the order of groups:
A: Beginning Band, Handbells, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Intermediate Band, Advanced Band
Q: What is the order of groups:
A: Beginning Band, Handbells, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Intermediate Band, Advanced Band
Q: What time does the concert end?
A: The entire event should finish around 8:00 PM.
Q: Where do students sit when they don't perform?
A: They will sit with their families in the audience. They will also be required to stay in the audience whenever someone is performing. No students should be in the lobby or restrooms when anyone is playing.
Q: How much is admission?
A: My concerts are always FREE!
Q: How much is admission?
A: My concerts are always FREE!
See you all Tuesday night!
-Mr. Jacques-
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