1. WELCOME TO YOUR BAND FUTURE

2. Mr. Davis
Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Sax, Bassoon, and Percussion
Mrs. Isaacson
Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, and Tuba

3. HOW WE COMMUNICATE
CHARMS KISD TEACHER WEB -Future Coyotes Section! REMIND Phone calls

4. WARNING!! Everything you heard may not be true!
Band Myths
WARNING!!
Everything you heard may not be true!

5. Myth #1 Musical Background Required?
Everyone can learn an instrument if they try!
We will teach all comers! 

6. Myth # 2 BAND TAKES TOO MUCH TIME
There are many levels of band and commitment
Practice according to personal goals
Afterschool= Zero the first year.
After the first year, the commitment level depends on the level of student achievement.

7. Myth #3 PRE-AP & BAND IS TOO MUCH!!!
Most band kids are enrolled in at least one PRE-AP class.
Several students in our top ensembles take all PRE-AP and are in NJHS!

8. We (directors/sponsors) all share the same kids b/t activities
Myth #4 I won’t be able to play sports or be a part of other activities
A large % of our students do band, athletics, theater, choir, art, cheer, SciOly, and more!
We (directors/sponsors) all share the same kids b/t activities

9. Myth #5 BAND COSTS TOO MUCH MONEY
School Owned Instruments available**
Instrument Rentals+
Gently Used
Not all supplies are mandatory.
We will let you know what is necessary
How much?
**certain conditions apply
+CRJH does not rent instruments
Local music stores, family/friends, pawn shops (Maybe?). Please see director for more info.
We will never keep a student from band due to Finances

10. usually the best option
INSTRUMENT RENTAL
usually the best option
CRJH BAND DOES NOT RENT BAND INSTRUMENTS
BUT…
*KISD offers certain instruments for use. These are instruments that are typically too expensive for home purchase. These include, Oboe, Bassoon, Fr. Horn, Euphonium and Tuba.
*There is an annual maintenance fee associated with these instruments.

11. Please do not purchase an instrument before your interview.
Local Music vendors have all of our instrument and accessory preference information
Please do not purchase an instrument before your interview.

12. WHAT IS AN INSTRUMENT INTERVIEW?
A min 1 on 1 session where an experienced band director will talk to you and your child about their instrument interest and desires for band.
Students will have the opportunity to have a “crash course” on the instrument in which the student is interested, and/or directors suggestion.
In most cases you will leave your interview knowing the instrument you will play and info on securing that instrument.
Percussion and Saxophone placement/confirmation will require a follow up interview or call back.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please trust the directors to help finalize your decision to make your band experience great. BE OPEN MINDED!! Students of “all shapes and sizes” can be successful on any particular instrument.

13. CRJH AVERAGE BAND CLASS SIZE ACTUAL NUMBERS WILL VARY DEPENDING ON SIZE OF FIRST YEAR BAND ENROLLMENT
Flute – Oboe 2 – 4
It’s not just for Girls! Want a Challenge?
Bassoon 2 – 4   Clarinet
Use every finger and a few toes too! Yes, Squidward’s instrument
Saxophone Trumpet
It’s like the cool kid at lunch Turn down for What!
French Horn Trombone
You get to stick your hand in the bell This slide is better than the playground
Euphonium 4 Tuba  4
Smaller than Tuba, but cooler The Biggest and the Best of all!
than trombone!!
Percussion – 10
Boom, Boom, Crash, Ting!

14. IMPORTANT SKILLS DEVELOPED IN BAND
COOPERATION
DISCIPLINE
STRENGTHEN SELF CONFIDENCE
RESPONSIBILITY
COORDINATION
SELF-EXPRESSION
Opportunities
Make Friends
Become a Leader
Have Fun

15. PRACTICE AND GRADING MAJOR (50%) MINOR (35%) OTHER GRADES (15%)
PERFORMANCES
TESTS (performing and written)
MINOR (35%)
Class Participation
Quizzes
OTHER GRADES (15%)
DAILY ENGAGEMENT
PREPARATION – MATERIALS, MUSIC, ETC.
HOMEWORK
*PRACTICE REPORTS

16. Objective Sheets Mastery Learning
Assessment, performance, practice record, and participation grades are not listed in the objective sheet.

17. Practice Reports WHY PRACTICE?
The same reason why Basketball players practice shooting free throws. Learning to play an instrument is about muscle development too! We also need to be ready for the big game (Performance)
WHEN TO PRACTICE?
Everyday, every other day, 5 times a week? YES! Practicing is not always fun, but you must develop the habit of practicing, much like brushing your teeth. The more you do it, the more you will make it a part of your routine.
HOW LONG?
10-30 minutes a session. No Cramming! Less time over the entire week is better than long practice sessions less often.
Practice the amount of time you need to achieve your goals.

18. DAILY PROCEDURE
INSTRUMENTS ARE STORED IN THE BAND HALL DURING THE SCHOOL DAY.
Drop off 7:20am
INSTRUMENTS GO HOME EACH EVENING.
Pick up 2:35pm

19. COYOTE FYB HAPPENINGS 2 EVENING PERFORMANCES 1 FESTIVAL
HOLIDAY CONCERT
SPRING CONCERT
1 FESTIVAL
KATY KLASSIC BAND FESTIVAL
SPRING FLING!
(Spring Trip)

20. SOCIAL EVENTS BACK 2 SCHOOL BASH Pizza Parties! Band Movie Night!
….and others

21. KISD PRIVATE LESSONS PROGRAM
ENCOURAGED FOR ALL CRJH BAND STUDENTS
HELPS STUDENTS DEVELOP GREATER EXPERIENCE AND SKILL
ONE ON ONE WITH THE INSTRUCTOR
OFFERED AT CRJH AND/OR OTHER KISD SCHOOLS
$17.50 PER ½ HR. ONCE EACH WEEK
TAUGHT BY PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS,TEACHERS AND LOCAL UNIVERSITY MUSIC MAJORS.

22. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!
Q &A
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!

23. TIME
TO SIGN UP