Band Basics

• Be ready to Play
  • Arrive on time
  • In your proper place
  • Instrument assembled and in proper working condition
  • Music and pencil on stand
• Do your best
  • Proper playing position
  • Proper playing techniques
  • Play musically
  • Help with group responsibilities (equipment, clean-up, etc.)
• Be Disciplined
  • Quiet during rehearsal
  • Listen to and follow instructions
  • Stop and start with the conductor
  • Show respect to others
  • Mark your music
• Take care your instrument and music
  • Assemble instrument properly
  • Handle instrument carefully
  • Clean and put away instrument properly
  • Have and use the necessary supplies (reeds, grease, oil, swabs, etc.)
  • Store music and instrument properly
• Build your skill
  • Practice regularly
  • Warm up properly
  • Prepare assignments
  • Know your parts
• Perform
  • Put the Band Basics into practice