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Personnel
Alan Francis, Director
Matthew Kansler, Manager
Tamika Gorski, Percussion Assistant
The Hartt School Community Division
200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
Phone: (860) 768-4451
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hcd.hartford.edu
Philharmonia Winds 2012 - 2013 Academic Year
Table of Contents
About the Ensemble
Leadership
Membership
Rehearsals
Concerts
Performance Attire
Tuition and Fees
Commitment
Attendance Policy
Withdrawal Policy
Expectations
Percussionist Expectations
Rehearsal Expectations
Performance Expectations
Advance Absence Forms
Calendar
Membership Agreement
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About the Ensemble
The Philharmonia Winds is a wind ensemble designed for high school and advanced middle school musicians.
This program is for motivated students looking to tackle challenging repertoire in a positive and encouraging
environment with other students from our region.
Leadership
"Philharmonia Winds rehearsals are a high point of my week with lots of energy and rapport. I look forward to
each rehearsal, working with highly motivated students on challenging repertoire, as we discover the details,
art, and joy of making music together."
—Alan Francis, Philharmonia Winds Conductor
Alan Francis is the director of Philharmonia Winds.
Education: B.M., The Hartt School; M.M., The Hartt School; Teacher Certification Program, The Hartt
School
Clarinet Study: Kalmen Opperman, Robert Genovase, Keith Wilson, William Goldstein, Henry Larsen
Orchestral Performance Experience: Member of the Hartford Symphony (Principal, Assistant Principal, Eb
Clarinet, Bass Clarinet), New Britain Symphony (Principal), Simsbury Light Opera Company Orchestra
(Principal), Hartford Chamber Orchestra (Assistant Principal), Asylum Hill Chamber Orchestra, Farmington
Valley Choral Society Orchestra, Wallingford Symphony, Goodspeed Opera House Orchestra, Baroque Arts
Chamber Orchestra of Washington D.C. (Principal), Inter Service Repertory Orchestra (Principal)
Band Experience: The United States Army Band of Washington D.C. (Assistant Principal, Eb, Bass, Eb Alto,
Bb Contra Bass), Wind Ensemble of The Baroque Arts Chamber Orchestra of Washington D.C., Hartford Pops
Band (Principal, Assistant Principal, Principal Second)
Chamber Music Studies: Robert Bloom, Julius Baker, Keith Wilson, Kalmen Opperman, Henry Larsen,
Williwm Goldstein, Harvey Goldstein
Chamber Music Experience: Solisti di Fiati Octet (founder), Hartford Symphony Woodwind Quintet,
Harmonie Hartford, Die Friespieler Octet, Pro Arte Quintet of Washington D.C.
Teaching Experience: Band and Orchestra Teacher, West Hartford Public Schools, from 1975 to 2008; Band
and Orchestra Teacher, West Hartford Public Schools, Summer School 1980 to 1984; Clarinet Teacher,
Windsor Public Schools 1972-1975, Hartt Community Division faculty member since 2002
Membership
Philharmonia is composed of high school and advanced middle school musicians from around southern New
England and New York. Auditions occur at our Audition Festival during the month of June. Alternative
audition times maybe made by appointment, please contact our office at (860) 768-4451.
Rehearsals
Philharmonia Winds meet on Saturdays from 9:00 – 11:00 am in the Bliss Music Room at the Hartt School.
Please see the Calendar in this handbook for specific dates.
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Concerts
Philharmonia Winds generally performs 2-3 concerts per year and all events can be found on our school website
http://hcd.hartford.edu and on the calendar located in the back of this handbook. Most concerts are recorded
and/or video-taped professionally and available for purchase.
The following concerts are MANDATORY, if you have any conflicts please inform the Manager as soon as
possible.
December 16, 2012, 7:30 pm in Lincoln Theatre, University of Hartford Campus
May 11, 2013, 7:00 pm in Millard Auditorium, University of Hartford Campus
Performance Attire (Mandatory)
Ladies – long, black skirt or black dress pants, white shirt and black shoes
Gentlemen– black dress pants, white shirt, black shoes, black socks and a long tie of any solid color.
Tuition and Fees
$540 per academic year
$150 per academic year for Hartt School Community Division private lesson students.
A $25 registration fee may apply.
Absence/Schedule Policy: Students are expected to attend all activities (rehearsals and concert) indicated on the
schedule on Page 7 of this handbook. Students who fail to meet attendance requirements are subject to
expulsion from the ensemble and will forfeit tuition and fees.
Commitment
Instrumentalists who have been accepted into Philharmonia Winds must submit a registration form with
appropriate tuition and fees before the first rehearsal. The submission of a signed registration form with tuition
and fees indicates agreement to the calendar and attendance policy listed in this handbook. It also indicates
that the student and his/her parents have read the handbook, looked at the yearly calendar, and are willing to
make a commitment to the organization for the coming year. A student who does not fulfill his/her commitment
to the organization may jeopardize current and future membership in the organization.
Attendance Policy
Attendance and active participation at all rehearsals and classes is crucial to the success of any organization. It
is expected that all members will demonstrate responsibility, punctuality, and dependability as part of their
commitment to the organization. If a student knows that he/she will have to be absent from a rehearsal or class,
an absence form on Page 6 must be completed and turned in to the manager. Excessive absence (more than
twice per semester) is not acceptable and may result in dismissal without refund for tuition and fees. In
the case of illness, members are expected to call and leave a message for the Philharmonia Winds manager
(860-768-4451) or email the manager at [email protected]. At the next rehearsal or class, the student
must fill out an absence form and turn it in to the manager.
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Withdrawal Policy
Students who submit written notice to the Registrar prior to the second rehearsal are eligible for a refund on
tuition. Verbal notice is insufficient, as is informing the manager or conductor. Medical withdrawal with
appropriate documentation will be reviewed.
Expectations
Members of Philharmonia Winds are expected to attend all designated rehearsal and performance dates
listed on the 2012-2013 Calendar. If additional rehearsals and/or performances are required, they will
be communicated well in advance. Members are not expected to attend rehearsals on religious holidays
or rehearsals that are in conflict with school music performances. Rehearsals and performances that
conflict with school music performances must be communicated in writing to the Philharmonia manager
as early as possible.
Members who miss more than two rehearsals before a concert may be asked not to perform. Members
who miss performances (except in the case of illness or family emergency) will not be considered for
future membership.
Members are responsible for all music or supplies checked out to them and must pay for anything that is
lost or damaged.
Members are expected to demonstrate a high level of self-discipline, maturity, and professionalism at all
times. They are expected to be courteous, polite, and respectful of other instrumentalists and adults.
Members who cannot abide by these expectations will be dismissed from the organization.
Percussionist Expectations
Percussionists are expected to help set up and remove percussion equipment prior to and following
every rehearsal and performance.
Percussionists must arrive at least 20 minutes early and plan to stay at least 20 minutes late for every
rehearsal and performance to allot time for care of equipment.
Rehearsal Expectations
Instrumentalists must plan to be in place and ready to begin with all the music and materials at least 15
minutes before each rehearsal.
Each instrumentalist must always keep a sharpened pencil in his/her folder.
Instrumentalists should not ask to be excused to visit the restroom or water fountain unless it is an
emergency. Drinks and restroom trips should be taken care of before rehearsal.
Instrumentalists should be attentive to all directions and follow them quickly. All communication with
the directors and managers should occur before or after rehearsals or at a designated break.
Instrumentalists are responsible for knowing assigned music when they come to a rehearsal.
Food and beverages (except for water) may not be consumed during rehearsals.
Folders should be kept neat and organized. A calendar should be kept in the folder at all times.
Cellphones and other handheld devices may be brought to rehearsals and concerts but must be turned off
prior to the start of the rehearsal or performance. Text messaging during rehearsals or concerts is strictly
prohibited.
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Performance Expectations
Instrumentalists must plan on being in place at the designated time.
Instrumentalists are required to wear the designated attire at all performances. Members who do not
dress appropriately will not be allowed to perform.
Instrumentalists who do not attend the final rehearsal before the performance may not perform with the
ensemble.
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Philharmonia Winds
Advance Absence Form
Name:______________________ Instrument: ___________________
Date of Absence:_____________
Student Signature:______________________________________
Parent Signature:_______________________________________
Reason for
Absence:_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________.
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Philharmonia Winds
Advance Absence Form
Name:______________________ Instrument: ___________________
Date of Absence:_____________
Student Signature:______________________________________
Parent Signature:_______________________________________
Reason for
Absence:_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________.
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Philharmonia Winds 2012 – 2013 Calendar
Changes to the regular schedule are in bold lettering.
Date Event Time Location
September 8 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
September 15 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
September 22 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
September 29 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
October 6 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
October 13 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
October 20 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
October 27 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
November 3 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
November 10 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
November 17 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
November 24 No Rehearsal
December 1 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
December 8 No Rehearsal
December 15 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
December 16 Concert Call 6:30 pm Lincoln Theater
December 16 Concert 7:30 pm Lincoln Theater
December 22 No Rehearsal
December 29 No Rehearsal
January 5 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
January 12 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
January 19 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
January 26 No Rehearsal
February 2 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
February 9 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
February 16 No Rehearsal
February 23 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
March 2 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
March 9 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
March 16 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
March 23 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
March 30 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
April 6 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
April 13 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
April 20 No Rehearsal
April 27 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
May 4 Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Bliss Music Room
May 11 Dress Rehearsal 9:00 am – 11:00 am Millard Auditorium
May 11 Concert 7:00 pm (6:00 call) Millard Auditorium
Schedule is subject to change.
To request an absence, please contact the manager at [email protected]
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Philharmonia Winds Membership Agreement
Please read the handbook and review the following policies carefully. Sign this agreement and return it to the
ensemble manager at the first rehearsal.
Attendance Policy:
Attendance and active participation at all rehearsals and classes is crucial to the success of any organization. It is
expected that all members will demonstrate responsibility, punctuality, and dependability as part of their commitment to
the organization. If a student knows that he/she will have to be absent from a rehearsal or class, an absence form (see
attached) must be completed and turned in to the manager. Excessive absence (more than twice per semester) is not
acceptable and may result in dismissal. In the case of illness, members are expected to call and leave a message for the
Philharmonia Winds manager (860-768-4451) or email the manager at [email protected]. The student must fill
out an absence form and turn it in to the manager at the next rehearsal or class.
Performances:
The Philharmonia Winds concerts will take place on:
I, _________________________, have read the preceding statements as well as the Philharmonia Winds Handbook and
agree to accept them as a condition of being a member of the large ensemble program at The Hartt School Community
Division. I understand that if I do not follow the above guideline and those in the handbook, my membership status in the
large ensemble program at The Hartt School Community Division may be subject to review.
Student’s Signature Date Parent/ Guardian’s Signature Date
Student’s Name: _______________________________ Parent/Guardian’s Name: _______________________
Hartt School Community Division Advisory Board:
The Hartt Community Division Advisory Board is vital to our mission. The Board focuses on fundraising, recruiting and promotion,
and community-building. They help make possible our high-quality performing arts instruction within a nurturing and vibrant
community. The board also serves the director as a sounding board on program and administrative issues. Members may volunteer or
be nominated; they are elected to serve a term of two years. Advisory board members participate at varying levels and membership is
renewable. We encourage you to get involved—join us!
Thank you,
Maggie Wyporek
Music Program Manager
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