Course requirement:
The schedule for each week’s rehearsals will be posted on Canvas and posted on the of instructor’s office bulletin board prior to the first rehearsal of each week. Students are responsible to check the schedule every day before rehearsals, as there may be changes or additional information.
Students will response to set up your own music stands and chairs before and after the rehearsals. Keep the class room clean all the times please.
Music Folders and pencil:
At each rehearsal, you are expected to have in your folder of all music we are learning in this semester. Bring your own pencils (no pens) for rehearsals to mark your parts required. Players who share the music sheet are responsible for bringing the folder to each rehearsal. If you know you are going to be absent, it is your responsibility to see that your stand partner gets the folder before rehearsal.
Seating:
Seating will be assigned by the instructors and rotated as appropriate. The instructors have the final right to determine seating rotation. We will have audition to select a concertmaster and section leaders at the beginning of each semester.
Preparation:
As a small ensemble, we are only as strong as our weakest link. Everyone must prepare before the rehearsal. If I feel my standards are not being met, I reserve the right to hold playing exams for sections or individuals. Your grade reflects your preparation.
Concert Dress:
Concert dress as follows: Men—tuxedo or black suit, white shirt, black bow tie; Women—black dress (below the knee) or dress slacks, black blouse with a conservative neckline.
Grading Policy:
Grades will be determined by evaluation of the ability of each student to perform assigned music, rehearsal attendance, effort, cooperation and attitude, performance participation, and other requirements set forth in this syllabus and in class by the director.