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The Jacksonville University Marching Band Handbook 2013-‐2014
JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY MARCHING BAND “The Pride of the First Coast”
Director of Athletic Bands Christopher Creswell
PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Brass Tech and “The Voice” of “The Pride” -‐ Rob Van Eck
STUDENT STAFF Drum Majors -‐ Hollie Donaldson, Myles Moore, and Lindy Whitfield
Woodwind Tech / Dorsal Funk Coordinator – Joe Yorio
Staff Manager-‐ Tyler Hardison
Drum Techs / Logistics – Scott Barengo, Steve Barengo, Robert Horne
Logistics Manager-‐ Brooks Wofford Library Manager-‐ Delisa Youngblood Uniform Manager-‐ Christina Rodriguez Travel Manager-‐ Amber Rose
Colorguard Techs -‐ Michael Higbe, Tasha Ballard
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION LEADERS Flute-‐ Delisa Youngblood Clarinet-‐ Christina Rodriguez Saxophone-‐ TBA Trumpet-‐ Zach Shaad Mellophone-‐ TBA Trombone/ Baritone-‐ Amber Rose Tuba-‐ DeAndre Lettsome Drum Line-‐ Christopher Abshear Color Guard-‐ Cassandra Margeson, Whitney Abshear
Leadership Definitions………………………….2 Marching Fundamentals……............................6 Policy and Procedure…………………………12 Heat Related Illness..……………………………18
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“Effective leadership is not about making speeches or being liked; leadership is defined by results not attributes.” -‐ Peter Drucker
STUDENT STAFF POSITION DEFINITIONS All Positions listed are listed in order of rank unless otherwise noted.
DRUM MAJOR A Drum Major Position is to be held only by a person who is not in their first year of college at Jacksonville University (JU), and who is enrolled full-‐ time.
DRUM MAJOR This Drum Major is responsible for the following duties: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Acts as the musical head of the band as well as the spirit. Assists in conducting rehearsals and ensuring all objectives of rehearsal are attended to. Leads rehearsal efficiently and without discrepancy. Field Conducting, Field Calls, and Whistling when appropriate. Ensuring that rehearsal is conducted as smoothly as possible. Ensuring the rehearsal begins strictly on time. Collecting Attendance. Dismissing the Band. Ensuring all required objects and materials needed to conduct rehearsal are present when rehearsal begins. Working cohesively with the band and all of its parts. Warming up the Band. Representing the band in a positive light and attitude.
A DRUM MAJOR IN THE JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY MARCHING BAND IS ENCOURAGED NOT TO ACT AS A DISCIPLINARY HEAD. THEIR FUNCTION IS TO ENSURE OBJECTIVES ARE ACHIEVED IN THE MOST POSITIVE AND EFFICIENT WAY POSSIBLE. 2
MANAGERS A Manager Position is to be held only by a person who is not in their first year of college at Jacksonville University (JU), and who is enrolled full-‐ time. A manager is expected to understand that their position is merely a title and that they ultimately have a job to ensure the completion of:
STAFF MANAGER The Staff Manager is responsible for the following duties: • • • • •
Working with the other managers to ensure all of their duties are attended to. Assisting in encouraging the band to do as they are told as well as setting an example. Acting as the Voice of the Band as a whole and representing the thoughts of the band. Organizing and creating cheers as well as assisting to keep general spirit and moral boosted. Representing the band in a positive light and attitude.
LOGISTICS MANAGER This Manager is responsible for the following duties: • • •
Tending to the Transportation of necessary equipment to practice fields and football stadium. Maintaining and managing the Loading Crew. (Pod Squad) Representing the band in a positive light and attitude.
UNIFORMS MANAGER This Manager is responsible for the following duties: • • • • • •
Addressing any Uniform Issues reported. Establishing and maintaining an organized system of storage for Band Uniforms. Maintaining and Managing the Uniform Crew. Recording measurements for each Band Member for any band related attire. Ensuring that every band member is in correct uniform before performance, and reporting any discrepancies to the Drum Major-‐ Administration. Representing the band in a positive light and attitude.
LIBRARY MANAGER This Manager is responsible for the following duties: • • • • • • •
Maintaining all Band Records and Documents. Organizing and maintaining an extensive Library. Receiving and Organizing Attendance from Drum Major-‐Administration. Organizing Equipment in and orderly fashion. Auditing all equipment to make sure all equipment is accounted for at the end of each semester. Recording who checks out what equipment. Representing the band in a positive light and attitude. 3
TRAVEL MANAGER This Manager is responsible for the following duties: • • • • •
In charge of ensuring no equipment is left behind at any destination. Collecting Bus Attendance from each bus. Ensuring band members are located where they are supposed to be, and not leaving the site at large. Fields questions and complaints as well as situations that don’t require emergency/ urgent attention by the Band Director. Representing the band in a positive light and attitude.
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SECTION LEADERS A Section Leader is expected to do the following: • • • • • • •
Ensure their section is present, or provide reasoning as to their absence. Ensure their section is musically prepared. Ensure their section has their drill/ dot book. Assist members of their section in finding their correct spot among other tasks that arise during rehearsals. Conducting Uniform Inspections. Ensure their section is ready on rehearsals and especially on Game Days. Representing the band in a positive light and attitude.
CREW Crew consists of people who donate their time to help towards the upkeep of band functions which will reduce the amount of time needed to achieve a particular objective.
LOGISTICS/ LOADING CREW Logistics/ Loading Crew is in charge of safely transporting all necessary equipment to and from their designated spot.
UNIFORM CREW
Uniform Crew is in charge of measurements, maintenance of uniforms, organized distribution, and collection.
LIBRARIANS Librarians are in charge of the management of files and documents related to band.
TRAVEL CREW Travel Crew is in charge of taking bus attendance and assisting in conducting room inspections when necessary.
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MARCHING FUNDAMENTALS CALLS For certain forms there will be a call that you are expected to respond to. The caller will be certain to execute these calls clearly and with an appropriate volume. It should be noted that every response is to be executed with volume, intensity, and precision.
STATIONARY FORMS All stationary forms and their response are executed directly after the call. There is a distinction made between the Upper Body and Lower Body. The Upper body is defined from your hip to the top of your head. The Lower body is defined from your hip to the soles of your feet.
ATTENTION Call: Band -‐ Ten-‐ Hut! Response: Chh! -‐OR-‐ Call: SET! • •
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Feet are Planted Together and parallel to each other. Your Horn is at Set Position: o Piccolo/ Flutes/ Clarinet: Parallel to the Body. o Saxophones: Parallel to the body, bell facing to the left, neck of saxophone at your shoulder. o Trumpets/ Mellophones/ Baritones/ Bones: Parallel to the body, elbows and mouthpiece of horn form a perfect Triangle. Mouthpiece located at eye level. o Tubas/ Drumline: Refer to Section Leader or Captain. Maintain 60/40 Your chin is up at a comfortable position. Your shoulders are relaxed. Your knees are not locked. Remain Motionless. 6
PARADE REST Call: Band! Pa-‐rade Rest! • • • •
Feet are parallel, shoulder length apart. Chin is up at a comfortable position. Shoulders are relaxed. Horn is in Parade rest position: o Piccolo/ Flutes/ Clarinet: Instrument is brought down to your center body tilted at a comfortable angle to the left. o Saxophones: Horn is parallel to the ground, bell facing downwards. o Trumpets/ Mellophones/ Baritones/ Bones: Horn is brought down to your center body, perpendicular to the ground. o Tubas/ Drumline: Refer to Section Leader/ Captain.
HORNS UP Call: Band, Horns Up! •
Your upper body should resemble the position of your respective horns up position if you were holding a horn.
HORNS DOWN Call: Band, Horns Down! • •
Upper body assumes attention. Lower body remains at attention.
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FORMS IN MOTION
MARK TIME Call: Band! (2,3,4) Mark-‐ Time-‐ Mark! Response: Check! 1, 2, 3, 4…..8, 1, 2, 3…… Specifications: • •
Upper body at attention respective to whether or not you have a horn. Lower body marching in place o Back of foot should lift at about 3½” (Your entire foot does NOT come off of the ground.) o The motion should look fluid and comfortable, not staggered at all.
FORWARD MARCH Call: Forward March! Response: Push-‐Move-‐Hit 2, 3, 4……8 Specifications: • •
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Upper Body pops into horns up position. Lower body begins the Push-‐ Move-‐ Hit Maneuver: o Push: With your right foot push your foot into the ground. This helps you gain forward momentum. o Move: Move your left foot (which always makes the first step) in 22 ½ inches in front of you. o Hit: The heel of your left foot is planted into the ground; the tip of your foot pointed upwards as high as possible without lifting your heel. Your foot should resemble a tire rolling from the heel to the toe. You repeat this motion until you are halted.
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BACKWARD MARCH Call: Backward March! Response: Up-‐And-‐Back 2, 3, 4……8 Specifications: • •
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Upper Body pops into horns up position. Lower body begins the Up-‐ And-‐ Back Maneuver: o Up: You should rise on the platforms of your feet which consist of the entire space from the ball of your foot to the tip of your toe. o And: Move your left foot (which always makes the first step) behind you. o Back: The platform of your left foot is planted into the ground. Your legs should be as straight as possible and your feet should remain on platform. You repeat this motion until you are halted.
BAND HALT Call: Band Halt! Response: 1, 2! Specifications: • • •
Right Foot is placed flat on the ground on count 1. The Left Foot joins your right so that you attain lower body attention on count 2. On count 2, your upper body also pops into attention, horns down.
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STATIONARY TURNS
LEFT FACE Call: Band Left Face! Response: 1, 2! Specifications: • • • •
On Count One, in one quick motion, twist your hips to the left facing position while your left foot is on its heel and your right is on its ball. Let your upper body naturally turn with the lower body. On count 2, bring your right foot into place. Resume Attention.
RIGHT FACE Call: Band Right Face! Response: 1, 2! Specifications: • • • •
On Count One, in one quick motion, twist your hips to the right facing position while your right foot is on its heel and your left is on its ball. Let your upper body naturally turn with the lower body. On count 2, bring your left foot into place. Resume Attention.
ABOUT FACE (THE 180° TURN) Call: Band About Face! Response: 1, 2, 3! Specifications: • • •
On count 1, place your right foot forward, on the ball of your foot, then lean forward on your foot so that you are on both balls of your feet. On count 2, twist and turn to the left a full 180 degrees. Land on your left foot. On count 3, bring your right foot into place
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Turns in Motion
LEFT SLIDE Call: Left Slide Left! Specifications: • • • •
On the first count ‘1’ after the Call has been made, place your left foot forward but pointing to the left. On the second count, bring your right foot across to take a step in the direction you just turned. Upper body must remain facing squarely to the direction you were marching previously. Pull your left shoulder to the right to keep upper body square.
RIGHT SLIDE Call: Right Slide Right! Specifications: • • • •
On the first count ‘1’ after the Call has been made, place your left foot forward but pointing to the right. On the second count, bring your right foot forward to step to the right. Upper body must remain facing squarely to the direction you were marching previously. Pull your right shoulder to the left to keep upper body square.
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POLICY AND PROCEDURE You should always remember that the JUMB is, first and foremost, a class in the JU College of Fine Arts. We are an ensemble the same as the JU Wind Ensemble, JU Orchestra, JU Choirs, etc. This distinction could be lost on the general public due to the ensemble’s visibility at different athletic events. Regardless of what the public may think, we are a class, and you are expected to treat this organization as such. This Document is a living document and may be edited freely at the discretion of the Band Director.
REHEARSALS AND GAMES 1. Attendance is required at all practices and performances are mandatory. You are expected to take care of yourself in a mental and physical sound fashion. There are instances in where sickness and emergency arise, and in those situations you are expected to contact a leadership official as soon as possible. a. Most Scheduling Conflicts can be resolved by discussing them with the Band Director. i. Applicable scheduling conflicts are limited to the following: 1. Those related to a class or other school related mandatory occurrence, up to 2 hours a week. 2. Those related to another mandatory performance in the College of Fine Arts. 3. Those related to a particular religion or practice that you may not miss. ii. Scheduling Conflicts that are NOT Applicable include: 1. Friends or Family coming in from out of town. 2. A birthday party or any other miscellaneous celebration. 3. Any Greek Life event or function. 4. Any work related event. 2. Any unexcused absence from rehearsal will result in the lowering of your grade by ½ letter grade. 3 tardies will also result in the lowering of your grade by ½ letter grade. Missing a performance or recording session is not allowed. 3. Bring required materials to class. This includes your Instrument/ Equipment, Accessories, water, your music, and a ready-‐ to-‐ work state of mind. Failure to bring even one of these materials can badly hinder your rehearsal. 4. Blackboard is useful to stay up-‐ to-‐ date with any plan changes. In cases of inclement weather, your JU email becomes important. Please stay posted on Blackboard and your JU emails in order to stay in-‐ the-‐ know with any situations regarding a rehearsal or game compromise. The schedules for these events are also often available on these two resources as well. 12
5. During travel, all school rules are in effect: a. It is your responsibility to make all call times and line-‐ups. b. If you are lost, or if you have an emergency, contact the travel manager or any of the drum majors; all of which stay within a close vicinity of the band director.
REHEARSAL PROCEDURE AND ETIQUETTE
Rehearsal 1. Rehearsal starts promptly at 4:35, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays according to the schedule. a. When you arrive, there is always something to do. DO NOT WASTE TIME. b. Cases and Equipment are to be placed on the sideline and not on Larry Strom Amphitheater. 2. Once rehearsal begins. a. Talking should be at a minimum. This ensures that you can hear calls and instructions from the Band Director. b. If you need assistance with something, address your section leader. i. There are no stupid questions. ASK FOR HELP. c. Water, Water, Water! i. If you need water, get it no questions asked. On the same token, do not lounge. Get your water and return as soon as possible. CamelBacks are encouraged. ii. If the band is given a water break, drink water regardless of whether or not you are thirsty. You are losing too much water in your body not to rehydrate yourself. (Refer to Heat Related Illnesses). The band is given 4 minutes to get water and to return to their spot. d. Listen to leadership. They are trained to help us get better. 3. Announcements are made at dismissal. Students are not excused until after dismissal.
Game Day 1. Saturday mornings before each home game, the band will meet at the assigned area at the assigned time for a continuity rehearsal. Show music may be rehearsed and pregame and halftime shows will be marched. After rehearsal, the band will be dismissed to don uniforms and will reassemble at the Larry Strom Amphitheater, for show time. 2. Show Time is the final preparation time before pregame begins. You will be stretched, inspected, warmed up, and tuned. 3. Non band personnel are NOT allowed to sit in the band section, nor are they allowed passing through or visiting with the personnel. 4. Upon entering the stadium, the band will sit by sections. Section Leaders will control the flow of band personnel allowed to go the bathroom or concession stand. No more than 15% 13
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of any section may be dismissed at any time. (This is to maintain a large enough playing force for the game.) When the Drum Major, Assistant Drum Majors, or JU Band Directors indicate that it is time to play a musical selection, all Band members will participate. The coat is worn either completely on or completely off. During extremely warm temperatures, you may remove your band jacket only upon signal from the Director and only if you are wearing the official t-‐ shirt. During extremely cold temperatures, white undergarments (turtlenecks, thermal shirts, etc.) may be worn UNDER the uniform t-‐ shirt. Section cheers may be performed after they have been properly rehearsed. NCAA guidelines covering playing during the game must be followed carefully to avoid a penalty call. After the game, do not attend parties while in uniform. Do not accept alcoholic beverages from fans. Remember – the public still perceives you as the JU Marching Band!
Sectionals or Additional Rehearsals 1. Additional Rehearsals may be called by the Band Director of staff at any time. This will usually be in at least a week’s notice, but staff maintains the right to call a mandatory rehearsal at any time. 2. A Sectional may be called at any time as specified by the Section Leader or Captain respectively. Leadership must plan a sectional 1 week in advance for it to be Mandatory. If the Band Director or Staff calls a sectional it is Mandatory. 3. A sectional must have a purpose; this can be Marching, Music, and/or Cheers. 4. If you cannot attend a sectional, you must communicate with your section leader.
EXCUSES FOR MISSED CLASSES DURING TRAVEL 1. Generally, Travel will not interfere with your class schedule; however, classes may be missed due to travel, particularly on Fridays. When classes must be missed for any official performance, excuses will be provided by the directors for presentation to your instructors. 2. Be advised that it is up to the individual instructor to accept the written excuse which you submit. In other words, the excuse form does not absolve you for missing class or assignments. Keep your instructor informed about absences! Communicate!
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UNIFORM PROCEDURES 1. Check-‐Out a. A schedule will be announced for issuing uniforms. Be sure to report to Uniform Storage during your scheduled time. b. Follow carefully all instructions given by the Uniform Manager. Be sure to pick-‐ up all three items of the uniform: jacket, bibbers, and shako. c. A uniform cleaning fee will be charged to you at the time of uniform check-‐ out. This fee will entitle you to three cleanings during the marching season. 2. Maintenance a. The condition of the uniform is your responsibility. b. Do not have any altercations done to your uniform without the permission of the Uniform Manager and the Director. c. If you desire to have your uniform cleaned more often than the three times provided by the uniform cleaning fee, you may do so, but please be aware that only specific dry cleaners may be used. Dry cleaning your uniform using the wrong process may cause damage to the material. Ask the uniform manager for information regarding dry cleaning procedures. d. The uniform bag and hat box must be used during all travel. 3. Appearance a. Please be aware of your own personal appearance while in uniform. b. An inspection will be held prior to each game. Individuals failing inspection may not be allowed to participate in the current game. i. Only approved marching shoes are allowed in performance. Shoes must be clean and polished prior to inspection. (It is highly recommended that shoes be cleaned and polished on the day before a performance.) Tennis shoes are not approved for performance. ii. The official uniform t-‐shirt is to be worn underneath the jacket. Uniform T-‐ Shirts must be kept clean and in “like new” physical condition, that is, cutoff sleeves and other altercations make the shirt no longer “official.” iii. Hair must be off the shoulders; this applies to men and women. Use hair clips and pins to secure long hair such that it will fit comfortably under the shako. iv. In general, jewelry is not permitted with the uniform. A wristwatch may be worn if it is not exposed while the instrument is in playing position. Ear rings must be reduced to the smallest possible piece. (For example, dangling ear rings are not permitted.) Use gold colored ear rings whenever possible. Body pierced jewelry that is exposed is subject to the approval of the director. v. A minimal amount of makeup is permitted. Individuals with excessive amounts of makeup (eye shadow, lip stick, etc.) will not participate in the current game. 15
vi. Sunglasses may not be worn during field performance. Sunglasses may be worn while marching to the stadium and while in the stands. Sunglasses must conform to the approved format. Only gold, black, or dark brown frames are permitted. Lens must be of a dark color or tint. Mirrored or brightly colored lens are not permitted. If you are unsure of whether a particular pair of sunglasses meets the standards noted above, ask the director for approval. vii. Only approved baseball caps may be worn while in uniform. You do not have to wear a baseball cap, but if you want to wear one at times when the Shako is not worn, then it MUST be an approved baseball cap. viii. Additional items (face paint, headbands, etc.) are allowed if the colors are JU related (forest green, white, and gold) and applied with care and good taste. If you are unsure of whether a particular item meets the standards noted above, ask the directors for clarification. 4. Check-‐ In a. A time will be announced for uniforms to be turned in. Failure to check in a uniform at the specified time may cause your official University documentation (grades, diploma, etc.) to be delayed.
LEADERSHIP STAFF 1. A Staff Member in the JU Marching Band is expected to attend every rehearsal. Any attendance conflict should be resolved with the Band Director in a timely manner. 2. Leadership staff are highly encouraged to show respect to other staff members, and defend them in any band related setting. This force is united. Without strong leadership, we build a weak band. a. If a conflict needs to be resolved, either the parties involved should handle it, or it should be handled directly with the Band Director. 3. Leadership is expected to view their role as a job, a commitment, and an honor. A Job, because there is an objective that needs to be accomplished. A commitment, because you sacrifice more for the band than an ordinary member. An honor, because you do all this to create a more efficient band program. 4. Leadership is expected to complete their tasks as efficiently as possible. 5. Leadership is encouraged to have a means of communication with their peers, especially those essential to their position. (i.e. A Woodwind Captain has every Woodwind Section Leader ‘s Number.) 16
UNIVERSITY POLICIES 1. Hazing is strictly forbidden and sees considerable consequence with the College of Fine Arts. Additionally, the University may also discipline those found to be in violation of University policy regarding hazing. (Refer to the JU Student Handbook for information on how the University deals with hazing problems. This information can be found at: http://www.ju.edu/greenpages/Pages/Code-‐of-‐Conduct.aspx) 2. Smoking, use of alcohol, and use of drugs is not permitted while participating in Band-‐ related functions or activities. You are reminded that you represent the Band and Jacksonville University while you are at any event. 3. Use of derogatory or offensive language is not permitted in any setting, be it a band excursion, sporting event, or even towards your peers. 4. Gambling at sporting events is not permitted nor is it appropriate in a band related setting. 5. Assault of another band member or any major disruption not limited verbal altercations are not permitted. 6. Always bear in mind that you are a representative of Jacksonville University. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of something, refer to the Jacksonville University Code of Conduct.
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The following information has been taken from the Marching Chief’s Marching and Procedures Handbook 2011 which references First Aid Fast published by the American Red Cross (1995, p. 40 and 41).
HEAT-‐ RELATED ILLNESS
Heat cramps and heat-‐ related illness are progressive conditions caused by overexposure to heat. If recognized in the early stages, heat related illness can usually be reversed. If not, it may progress to a life-‐ threatening condition.
HEAT CRAMPS Signals include: •
Painful muscle spasms, usually in the legs and abdomen
Providing Care: • • • • •
Have person rest in a cool place Give cool water or a commercial sports drink Lightly stretch and gently massage the muscle DO NOT GIVE SALT TABLETS Watch for signals of heat illness
HEAT ILLNESS Signals Include: •
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In the early stages: o Cool, moist, pale, or flushed skin o Headache, nausea, dizziness o Weakness, exhaustion o Heavy sweating In the late stages: o Red, hot dry skin o Changes in level of consciousness o Vomiting
Move person to a cool place Loosen tight clothing Remove perspiration soaked clothing Apply cool wet cloths to the skin Fan the person If conscious, give cool water to drink
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Providing Care: • • • • • •
If person refuses water, vomits, or starts to lose consciousness: Send someone to CALL for an ambulance Place person on side Continue to cool by placing ice of cold packs on person’s wrist, ankles, groin, and neck and in armpits Continue to CHECK breathing and pulse
