Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band (MUEN 285 & 287)
Wind Ensemble Rehearsal schedule*
            T 4:30-5:40             Chapel
            W 6:30-7:50            Shattuck 163
            F 3:30-4:40             Chapel
Symphonic Band Rehearsal schedule*
            M 4:50-6:40            Chapel
            W 4:50-6:00            Shattuck 163
            (*locations subject to change- check the band board or web site for any changes)
Instructor            Andrew Mast
Phone:                        6622
Office:                        Con West 206
Email:                        andrew.mast@lawrence.edu
Office hours:            Daily 9:30-11, 1:30-3 or by appointment
Web:                        http://www.lawrence.edu/conservatory/bands.shtml
Please check the web site for links to rehearsal schedules, rehearsal recordings, model recordings and much, much more!

Obective

The objective of the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band is to provide the highest quality musical experience through performance of exceptional literature.

History

The Lawrence University Conservatory of Music has had only three Director of Bands in the last half century (Fred Schroeder, 1951-1978; Robert Levy, 1979-2004 and Andrew Mast 2004-present) and has consistently maintained superior performance standards. Holding a prominent position in the creation and promotion of new music, superior performance of standard works and exploration of chamber repertoire, this balance remains a priority for current members of the ensemble.

Expectations for professionals

Pick up music before the first rehearsal and prepare difficult passages
Be early for every rehearsal, warmed up and ready to tune and play when the rehearsal starts.
Have a pencil for every rehearsal.
Prepare your part to the best of your abilities. When difficulties are encountered, ask for help from your section principle, applied teacher or myself.
Section leaders should call sectionals, giving appropriate lead time and accommodating various schedules, and expect 100% attendance
Make sure you have any required accessories such as mutes, extra instruments, mallets, etc. (see first item)

Attendance and Grading

            Students should be in place, warmed up and prepared for all rehearsals. Conflicts with classes meeting immediately before rehearsals should be addressed with that instructor. All absences or conflicts should be communicated to Mr. Mast as soon as possible.
            Tardies will given to students not seated, warmed up and prepared for the tuning note for a particular rehearsal or piece.
            When a student is absent or late for a rehearsal for any reason, he/she should complete an absence form available on the bands web page and on the band board. Completion of this form helps both student and conductor to be accountable for the results of missing rehearsals.
            When missing any portion of a rehearsal for reasons other than illness or emergency, that rehearsal should be listened to on iTunesU and a brief report (one or two paragraphs of critique including specific comments about your section as well as the entire ensemble) emailed or given to Mr. Mast.
            Absences will be excused for illnesses requiring medical attention or family emergencies. Absences may be excused for other reasons at the discretion of the conductor and excused absences will not count against the grade.
            Unexcused absences will result in the reduction by one letter grade. Two unexcused tardies will have the same effect as one unexcused absence.

Performance schedule

Sunday October 28 - SB & WE
Dress Rehearsal Saturday Oct. 27 9AM-1PM
Saturday December 1 – SB & WE
Dress Rehearsal Saturday Dec 1 9AM-1PM
Saturday January 26 - WE
Dress Rehearsal Saturday Jan 26 9AM-1PM
Sunday, January 27
Wind Ensemble Concerto Competition auditions (1-4)
Friday February 29 - SB
Saturday March 1 - WE
Dress Rehearsal Saturday Mar 1 9AM-1PM
March 13-15 WE CBDNA Performance – Omaha, Nebraska
Friday April 18 - SB & WE
Saturday May 17 - WE
Dress Rehearsal Saturday May 17 9AM-1PM
Saturday May 24 - SB
Dress Rehearsal Saturday May 24 9AM-1PM
“Grad Band” only (consisting of paid volunteer students from both ensembles):
Saturday, June 14, President's Park Concert with student conductors, Main Hall Green 12:00 noon
Sunday, June 15, Graduation, Main Hall Green, 10:00 am
NOTE: Rehearsals will be held on Wednesday, October 31 and Tuesday, November 20

Repertoire

Repertoire for each concert will be posted on the Wind Ensemble/Symphonic Band bulletin board and the web site. Recorded examples of repertoire will be available via on-campus computers via a link from the band web page or library ereserves.

Rehearsal schedule

Weekly rehearsal schedules will be posted on the WE/SB board (behind the Con office), on the bulletin board by the jazz room and on the web site.

Rehearsal recording Most rehearsals will be recorded and put on the iTunesU web site at: https://viking.lawrence.edu/itunesu/

Music

Every student is issued a folder and individual parts for outside preparation and practice. Failure to care for and return music on time will result in a withheld or lowered grade. Music needing to be copied should be tacked to the WE/SB board.

Section Leaders

While the personnel for the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band will be rotating on each concert, a section leader will be appointed for all sections. Section leaders should communicate with the conductor about any issues or concerns related to their section. Sectionals can and should be called whenever necessary, giving players in the section adequate time to adjust their schedules.

Concert attire
Concert black will be worn for all performances. Men should obtain tuxedos with white tuxedo shirts and black bow ties. Reduced rates may be obtained from The Formal Event (2415 N Richmond St., 730-8321) Women should wear black dresses or pant outfits. Tops should not be sleeveless or spaghetti-strapped, dresses should be at least tea-length. Flip-flops are not acceptable footwear for concerts.