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M A RCH I NG BA ND
STU D ENT H A ND BOOK
2012 2013
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MARCHING BAND 2012 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (Chronological) - updated 12 August 2012
Sun. 12 Band Camp Move-ins & First Rehearsal 7:00 PM
Mon. Sun. 13-19 Band Camp All-Day Rehearsals
Fri. 17 Exhibition Performance @ Beech Grove HS Football Game
Sun. 21 Band Camp Banquet 7:00 PM
Mon. 22 Classes begin; Rehearsals MWF 3:30-5:30 &
TR 4:30-6:30 & Sat 8:30-11:00 when we perform
Fri. Sun. 24-26 FREE WEEKEND
Fri. 31 Exhibition Performance - TBA
Sat. 15 Exhibition Performance Providence Catholic HS (IL) Invitational
Sat. 15 Mexican Independence Day Celebration Performance
Sat. 22 MU vs. Grand View 1:00 PM (Homecoming)
Sat. 22 Exhibition Performance BOA Louisville (KY) Regional 9:00 PM
Fri. 28 Exhibition Performance - TBA
Fri. 5 Exhibition Performance @ Madison Consolidated HS Football Game
Sat. 13 MU vs. St. Francis 1:00 PM
Mon. Tues. 15-16 FALL BREAK
Fri. 19 MU 75th Anniversary Gala Performance (Downtown JW Marriott)
Sat. 20 MU vs. Concordia College 1:00 PM (Band Day)
Sat. 27 MU vs. Menlo College (CA) 1:00 PM (Halftime with Show Choir)
Sat. 3 MU @ Saint Xavier University (Chicago, IL) Full Band Trip
Weds. 7 BOA/IPS Tournament of Bands Headline Exhibition, Lucas
Oil Stadium, 9:00 PM
Fri. Sun 9-11 FREE WEEKEND
Sat. 17 Playoff Game PROBABLE
Thurs. Fri. 22-23 THANKSGIVING BREAK
Sat. 24 Playoff Game PROBABLE (Thanksgiving Break Game)
Sat. 1 Playoff Game possible
Tues. 4 Music Department Christmas Performance Hilaritas
Weds. 5 Marching Band Recording Session
Fri. 7 Reading Day
Mon. Fri. 10-14 Final Exams
Sat. 15 NAIA National Championship Game (Rome, GA)
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Marian University Marching Band 2012 Schedule (CATEGORICAL)updated 12 August 2012
Mark your calendars RIGHT NOW and BE THERE for these important events!
Band Camp
Sunday, August 12 - Full Band Move-ins 12:00 3:00 PM / Band Camp Check-in (4:00 - 6:00 PM)
Sunday, August 12 - First Rehearsal (7:00 - 9:00 PM) - Steffen Music Center
Monday, August 13 - Thursday, August 16 - Full Rehearsal Days (to 9:00 PM)
Friday, August 17 - Morning Rehearsal / Afternoon Rehearsal / Evening Performance at Beech Grove HS football game
Saturday, August 19 Full Rehearsal Day (to 9:00 PM)
Sunday, August 20 Rehearsal 1:00 4:00 PM / Band Camp Banquet / Alumni Dinner (6:00 PM) - Steffen Music Center
Football Performances
September 22 - Home Opener (Homecoming) - 1:00 PM kickoff
October 13 - 1:00 PM kickoff
October 20 1:00 PM kickoff (Band Alumni Day)
October 27 - 1:00 PM kickoff (Halftime with MU Show Choir)
November 3 MU @ Saint Xavier University (Chicago, IL) FULL BAND TRIP
Football Playoff Performances
November 17 - Playoff Game PROBABLE
November 24 - (Thanksgiving Weekend) Playoff Game PROBABLE
December 1 - Playoff Game possible
December 15 - NAIA National Championship Game (Rome, GA)
VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: The Knights are currently ranked nationally at #3 in the NAIA Pre-Season Coaches Poll. There is a VERY HIGHprobability of post-season play this year!!!We will perform EACH Saturday until our team is eliminated, including Thanksgiving weekend.The National Championship Game is December 15, which is the Saturday AFTER fall exam week.
Do not take a wait and see" approach! ASSUME THAT WE WILL BE IN THE PLAYOFFS!
Exhibitions
August 17 - (Fri) Exhibition Beech Grove HS Football Game (Beech Grove, IN)
August 31 - (Fri) Exhibition Performance TBA
September 15 - (Sat) Competition Exhibition - Providence Catholic High School (New Lenox, IL)
September 22 - (Sat) Competition Exhibition - Bands of America RegionalUniversity of Louisville Papa Johns Cardinal Stadium (Louisville,KY)
September 28 - (Fri) Exhibition Performance TBA
October 5 - (Fri) Exhibition Madison Consolidated HS Football Game (Madison, IN)
October 19 - (Fri) Marian University 75th Anniversary Celebration Performance JW Marriott Downtown Indianapolis
November 7 - (Weds) IPS Tournament of Bands Headline Exhibition - Lucas Oil Stadium
Free Weekends(Use these for other stuff, and NOT the performance dates above!!!)
August 24 - 26
October 14 16 (Fall Break)
November 9 - 11
November 22 23 (Thanksgiving Break)
ASSUME THAT NOVEMBER - DECEMBER WEEKENDS WILL BE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF GAMES!!
Annual Spring Game
April 13, 2013 - 2:00 PM (Tentative)
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The following meals are covered by the Marian University Band for all students andinstructors participating in the MU Band Camp. We spend approximately $10,000 on meals
during band camp, SO MAKE SURE YOU EAT!!!
BAND CAMP CAFETERIA HOURS: 7:00 9:00 Breakfast, 10:30 1:30 Lunch, 4:30 7:30 Dinner
NORMAL M-F HOURS: 7:15 10:00 Breakfast, 10:30 3:00 Lunch, 5:00 8:00 Dinner
GAMEDAY HOURS: 11:15 1:30 Lunch, 5:00 7:00 Dinner
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Dinner at the Band Camp Banquet Taco Bar!
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INTRODUCTION
are a member of one of Indianas finest college bands. No one can take your place or
do your part. With this tremendous opportunity comes great responsibility. This band is
successful because each of us takes great pride in giving his or her fullest effort
Most of our band members are not music majors. Our members are a cross-section of the
University, representing many majors, backgrounds, faiths, lifestyles, and skill levels. This
year is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that will require each persons absolute best work
ethic in order to meet or exceed the standard of excellence that was set by those who came
before us.
Our band is the heartbeat of Marian University. We represent every aspect of this school that
cannot be put into words. One has to look no further than our band to see what it means to
be a Marian Man or a Marian Woman. Some of us will meet our best friends and/or our
future spouse in this band. Every one of us will change while we are a part of the band, but
the band keeps going and will be here long after we are gone.
are a part of the Marian University Band. You are irreplaceablebut only if your
colleagues can count on you, without question, to make this band better each time you have
that opportunity. Whenever we step on the field, we from each other that our work
exceed anything that we have previously accomplished as individuals and as a group.
H OW GOOD W ILL THI S BAND BEI F EV ERYONE I N I T PERFORM S LI KE M E?
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Marian University Bands
3200 Cold Spring Road
Indianapolis, IN 46222
317-955-6174 phone
317-955-6414 fax
OFFICIAL BANDS WEB SITE http://www.marian.edu/bands
UNOFFICIAL BANDS WEB SITE http://www.mubands.com
Dr. Sidney T. Hearn
Director of Bands
Dr. James L. Larner, Chair
Department of Music
Mr. Gary Doherty
Assistant Director of Bands
Mr. Ryan L. Miller
Color Guard Director
Chuck Naffier
Wind Music Arranger
Jeff Queen
Percussion Music Arranger
Mr. Matt Harris
Front Ensemble Instructor
Brian Sweany
Performance Announcer
Emma Foster
Drum Major
Krystina Grewe, Andrew Howard
Freshman Advisors
Kristin Keers
Videographer
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We are on time, prepared, and always ready to work.
We make the best music possible at all times.
We strive to become strong and competent performers.
We conduct ourselves with class in everything we do.
We spread a positive, loyal, and optimistic attitude toward the bands, music department,
and university.
We are givers, and not takers.
As an institution of higher learning, Marian University strives to offer excellent teaching in
every aspect of moral, ethical, and spiritual guidance as well as academic and artistic
leadership. As musicians, we must be relentless in our pursuit of mastery, and yet humble in
the eyes of our brothers and sisters.
Music brings us together as brothers and sisters with an unconditional
respect for that bond.
Every performer must contribute his or her best effort. Every
individuals contribution is critical to the success of the group.
We are called to be examples in our lives and in the quality of
performance that we give.
Leadership is showing, not telling. Be a giver and not a taker.
Do your job with excellence and without excuses.
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1. The Marian University Band takes pride in its first class behavior. Represent Marian
positively. Never do anything that would reflect negatively on Marian University or the
Marian Band.
2. The Marian University Band has a tradition and reputation of friendliness and
politeness, not only to the general public, but also to other bands in particular. Please
do everything possible to preserve this tradition.
3. Beware of mob psychology. People will sometimes do rude, crude, or destructive
things when they are part of a large group that they would never consider doing as
individuals. Dont be influenced by this tendency. The only difference between a band
and a mob is what they do!
1. When you are in your band role, you are the image of the university and the band.
No one will say John Smith used profanity in the stands. They will say, A Marian
band member used profanity. Remember when in your band role that you are a
band member FIRST, and an individual SECOND.
2. We play and cheer for our team . Watch the game and know what is going on so
that you can anticipate what we will do next. Everyone in the band section should
cheer as well as you play.
3. At the game, we are professional entertainers during the entire event. You must be
ON the entire time. Pay attention. Play the first note of every tune.
4. No one is allowed to sit in the band section except band members. The show must go
on, and if you must visit with someone, you should briefly move to the aisle so that
you do not interfere with the performance. This should be an infrequent occurrence.
1. In the Steffen Music Center, St. Vincent Health Field (stadium), and the Practice
Field, there is a place for everything keep everything in its place.
2. Any instrument that is not transported in the Trailer should be transported to and
from rehearsal in its case.
3. We start rehearsal the same way every dayfull-speed AT the listed rehearsal time.We do not start with announcements or get equipment out at 3:30. Be there on time,
with your equipment out and ready to move 100mph.
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Band members are expected to be at all rehearsals and performances on time. We start full-
speed AT the listed time. The following attendance and grading procedures have been set
up by the directors along with input from student leaders in the band.
1. An excuse form must be filled out in the band office for ANY absence if you want it to
be excused.
2. Attendance will be taken at the field. Any student who is tardy may be counted as
absent and an excuse form must be filled out in the band office.
3. All absences for the previous week will be posted on Mondays. You have until 4:45
on Friday of that week to file your excuse form in the band office, or the absence will
be considered as unexcused.
1. Pre-arranged Absence
All requests to be excused from band functions should be submitted on an absence
form in advance of the missed function. Any absence not pre-arranged and not due
to illness/emergency will be considered as unexcused.
2. Illness/Emergency Absence
If a function is missed due to illness or emergency, submit an absence form for the
function that was missed along with documentation of the illness or emergency. A
doctors note or note from the health center must accompany the absence form for it
to be considered as excused.
Before approaching the band directors with a conflict, students should make every
effort to resolve conflicts using the following guidelines:
1. Students who are music majors may not have any scheduled conflicts with band
rehearsals or performances. If this is your major, you need to be here, period.
2. Band students who are not music majors are allowed to work through 1 class conflict
per week (can miss 1 of 3 rehearsals) if the conflict is with a class that is required for
their major.
3. Class conflicts must be approved and documented in advance.
4. Conflicts with activities that are not related to a students major field of study are not
allowed, unless that activity provides the student with a scholarship that is larger
than the music scholarship they receive.
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Grades are calculated as a combination of attendance and participation (see course
syllabus for detailed explanation).
1. A students grade for the course will be lowered by one letter for each unexcused
absence from rehearsal.
2. Two unexcused absences from rehearsal will result in removal from the performance
cast.
3. Lack of preparation for rehearsal will be recorded as one tardy.
4. Two tardies will be recorded as one unexcused absence.
5. Unexcused absence from a performance will result in dismissal from the band
program.
1. ALL band members are required to attend any post-season game, playoff game, orbowl game as an extension of the season. This includes playoff or championship
games which may occur after the conclusion of the academic semester.
2. Failure to plan for and attend post-season band commitments and performances will
result in dismissal from the band program.
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1. There will be a rehearsal prior to all Saturday performances. Saturday rehearsals will
be warm-up and run-through oriented.
2. A student who misses part of a Saturday rehearsal will not perform that part of the
show that day, no matter what the excuse may be.
3. Only illness/emergency are excusable from Saturday rehearsals and performances.
No pre-arranged excuses will be granted.
1. Music to be performed must be memorized.
2. Each student must pass off (play from memory) music before Saturday morning
rehearsal of the weeks performance. Students may pass off music to one of the
instructors or to another student who has already passed off music to an instructor.3. If a student does not pass off the music, the student will not perform and will receive
an unexcused absence, lowering the semester grade by one letter.
1. Every musician must have music in a flip folder.
2. Your flip folder must be with you at every rehearsal and performance.
3. Use of the flip folder improves the bands efficiency and leads to better
performances.
4. Use of the flip folder gives us the flexibility to march while learning new music.
5. Use of the flip folder allows us to learn drill with the music in front of us, and have
constant access to the music during visual rehearsals.
6. Last but not least, we play A LOT of music. Over time you will easily memorize many
of the tunes, but in order to memorize them correctly, you have to have the music in
front of you!
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1. Trips are an extension of the classroom. Conduct yourself in an exemplary manner at
all times, just like you would any other day.
2. Some of our bus drivers have driven the band for many years. They are great friends
and supporters of the University and the band. Treat them with courtesy and respect.
3. On Bus 1, the first three seats on both sides are reserved for directors, staff, guests,
etc.
4. Respect the privacy of others on the bus. If you want to listen to music, bring
earphones. If people are trying to sleep, be quiet. If you are trying to sleep, be
courteous when asking others around you to quiet down.
5. Because the band is bigger than you, our buses will depart on time
. This applies to every stop on every trip, and not just the departure time from
campus. If you miss the bus, you are responsible for getting to the destination onyour own at your own expense. If you miss the bus and miss a performance, your
absence will be recorded as unexcused (see Attendance and Grading).
6. When the bus stops, remain on the bus until you receive instructions of what to do.
7. Uniforms must be transported in the garment bag. Be sure to take the ENTIRE
uniform with you, including shoes, long socks, gloves, and cap.
8. Instruments must be transported in the case.
9. A loading plan will be designed by our student travel coordinators. Please stick to the
loading plan at all times.
10.The possession, use, or consumption of alcohol, illegal drugs, or other controlled
substances before or during rehearsals, performances, or trips will result indismissal from the band.
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TH E V OI CE OF EXPERI ENCE
1. The band is an emotional group. There will be ups and downs.
2. The band will not change as much as you will while you are in it.
3. Practice doesnt make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.
4. Its never as bad as it seems. Its never as good as it seems.
5. People tend to spread gossip more quickly than the truth.
6. Be part of the solution, not part of the problem.
7. Never confuse activity with accomplishment.
8. There are problems and there are inconveniences. Most things are inconveniences.
9. Rehearse at the level you want to perform and you will perform at the level you have
rehearsed.
10.Never confuse activity with accomplishment. If you take an axe to the forest and
hit every tree once, you have accomplished nothing.
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Marian University Bands discourage the use of alcohol by our student-musicians. Use of any
amount of alcohol at any time immediately prior to, during, or immediately following any
band performance, rehearsal, or other organized activity is unacceptable. This reflects poorly
on the organization and its first class reputation of quality and will not be tolerated.
Student will be subject to all regulations listed in the student handbook.
Additionally, student may be suspended indefinitely from future rehearsals and
performances. Student will be referred to Counseling Services, located in the Learning and
Counseling Center in Fisher Hall (317-955-6150).
Student will be subject to all regulations listed in the student handbook.
Student will be removed from the band program and forfeit all associated financial aid and
credit hours for the remainder of that academic year. Student may be allowed to re-auditionfor membership and/or scholarship in the following academic year only at the discretion of
the director of bands.
Marian University Bands discourage the use of tobacco in any form by our student-
musicians. Use of tobacco during rehearsals or performances is unacceptable. If you must
smoke, do not smoke on the rehearsal field, inside the music building, or within 50-feet of
any entrance to the music building.
Trips are an extension of the campus. All campus and organizational rules and regulations
apply at all times during trips.
If a band member is written up for inappropriate behavior in Residence Life or other
inappropriate behavior comes to the attention of the instructional staff from school
personnel or community, that student will receive Marian University sanctions as defined in
the student handbook.
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A tremendous amount of thought, love, and prayer has resulted in the creation of The
Marian University Marching Band uniform. Our uniform is unique and instantly recognizable
as representing the character and ideals of our University and music program.
Wear the uniform proudly, but only when you are with the group and exactly as the group is
wearing it.
Hang the uniform on the assigned hanger when not being worn.
Uniforms should be fitted and worn as fitted. (i.e. no saggy pants, rolled up sleeves, etc.)
Carry your headgear. Only set headgear down when the group does, and then in a manner
identical to the group.
Immediately report any issues with your uniform just as you would immediately address
any issues with your instrument.
Carefully follow all garment care instructions! If you do not know what this means, call your
mom, or DONT DO IT!!!!
Wrinkled uniforms are not acceptable.
An improper uniform may result in suspension from future performances.
Students must hold each other to high standards regarding use and care of the Marian
University Marching Band uniform.
Gentlemen must be clean-shaven for all performances.
Winds and Percussion must return uniform at the end of the semester so uniform can bestored for next year.
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MARIAN UNIVERSITY FIGHT SONG
We rise and cheer for you, Dear Marian,
And let our voices ring on high.
Well loudly sound your name,
And proudly spread your fame,
Raise your glory to the sky.
In battle you shall march to victory,
While we proclaim your might.
Your gold and blue will fly, as we forever cry,
Hail to the Marian Knights!
K N I G H T S
Hail to the Marian Knights!
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Please complete this form and return to the registration desk in the lobby of SMC.
Personal Information
Full name
Mailing Address
City, State
ZIP ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
Home phone ( ___ ___ ___ ) ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___
Mobile phone ( ___ ___ ___ ) ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___
Home e-mail address _________________________@___________________ . ___ ___ ___
MU e-mail address ____________________________________ ___ ___ ___ @marian.edu
Birthday (MM/DD/YYYY) ___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___ ___ ___
Education Information
Your High School
HS Graduation Year ___ ___ ___ ___
MU Graduation Year ___ ___ ___ ___
Intended Major at MU
Instrument(s) you play
Voice part
Todays Date (MM/DD/YYYY) ___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___ ___ ___
Emergency Contact Information
Name of Emergency Contact
Relationship to You
Emergency contacts phone
THANK YOU for visiting Marian University!
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If you have questions that you do not want to ask in front of the group, writethem below.
Your Name ________________________________________________________
Your MU Email __________________________@ marian.edu
Your question(s) ____________________________________________________
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Return this form directly to Dr. Hearn after rehearsal, or drop into the box onthe office door of MB 13.