1. Computech Middle School Band Parent Informational Meeting
Thursday, August 23, 2017
6:00pm
Computech Band Room (rm. 90)

2. Meeting Agenda 1) Welcome 2) Class Expectations 3) Performances
3.2- Football Game
3.3- Parent Concerts
3.4- Festivals
3.5- Percussion Competitions
4) Spring Trip- Disneyland
5) Fundraisers
6) Questions/Answers
7) Closure

3. Class Titles and ensemble names
Beginning Band (Beginning Level, period 3)
Concert Band (Intermedaite Level, period 7)
Wind Ensemble (Advanced Level period 5)
Jazz Ensemble (period 2)
Percussion Ensemble (period 4)

4. Class expectations What each band student needs:
½ inch, 3-ring Binder with clear sheet protectors for music.
Instrument in working condition with necessary supplies.
-Working reeds (one reed should only last roughly 2-3 weeks)
-Valve Oil
Pencil with eraser.
Open-minded and positive attitude.

5. Class Expectations
All Performances and additional rehearsals are mandatory.
Exceptions are made on a case by case basis.
Alternate assignments are available for missed performances.
Outside of class practice may be necessary.
In a quiet space to allow for focus
Ideally 120 minutes per week.
Private Lessons are encouraged
Fresno Pacific University offers free lessons on Sundays
For more information, contact Mr. Mellone.

6. CLAss expectations Instrumental Coaches
Project for the school year is to bring in coaches for each instrument for Wind Ensemble and Concert Band each week.
Coaches will provide mini master classes for each instrument during band class time.
Guest Clinicians
A Goal for the school year is to bring in a number of clinicians for the Wind Ensemble.
Leading educators in the band field.
Provide a fresh ear and perspective towards enhancing our performance.

7. Performances

8. Football Game Night- All Band Students.
Either Friday, October 13 or Friday, October 26
Students will stay after school that day and ride bus to Edison High School football game.
Perform with Edison High School Golden Brigade.
Dismissal after halftime performance (estimated 9pm)
Dinner provided ($)

9. Parent Concert vs. Festivals
Parent Concerts
Festivals
perform for Computech Band family and friends only.
Usually during the School Day
Perform for Adjudicators
We are the only groups performing
High School or Collegiate Directors
Sometimes a special guest ensemble
Receive a post performance clinic
Free, donations accepted.
Other Schools present
Weekday evenings
Open to public ($$)
Usually 6pm

10. Parent Concert Performances
Fall Concert- All Bands
Pre-Festival Concert- All Bands (No Jazz Band)
Date: Wednesday, October 4th, 2017
Date: Wednesday, March 14th, 2018
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Computech Middle School
Winter Concert- All Bands (No Jazz Band)
Date: Thursday, December 14th, 2017
Location: Fresno State Concert Hall

11. Parent concerts (continued)
Edison Region Jazz Concert- Jazz Band Only
End of Year Concert- All Bands
Date: Thursday, May 31st, 2018
Date: Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
Time: 5:30pm
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Fresno State Concert Hall
Location: Computech Middle School
Spring Gala Concert- Wind Ensemble Only
Date: Thursday, April 26th, 2018
Location: Warnor’s Theater

12. Festivals Jazz Tune-Up Festival Jazz Band Only
Date: Wednesday, Nov 1st
Location: Bullard High School (Fresno)
Fresno Unified Middle School Band Festival
All Wind Bands (No Jazz)
Date and Location: TBD

13. Festivals (continued)
San Joaquin Valley Concert Band Invitational
Wind Ensemble Only
Date: Friday, April 13, 2018
Location: Clovis North Educational Center (Fresno)
CMEA Ratings Festival
All Wind Bands
Date: Thursday, April 19 or Friday, April 20
Location: Washington Union High School (Fresno)

14. Festivals (Continued)
CMEA Ratings Festival
Wind Ensemble Only
Date: Satturday, April 21st, 2018
Location: Santa Cruz High School (Santa Cruz)

15. Percussion Competitions
Compete in Middle School Concert Percussion Division
Reigning 2017 Champions with an undefeated season.
2018 Competitive Events
Saturday, Clovis East High School
Friday, TBA
Friday, Clovis North
Saturday, Clovis North (WGI Regional)
Friday, Clovis North (Championships)

16. Disneyland trip Friday, May 4th, 2018
Leave 8am Friday, return 2am Saturday
Voluntary Trip for band and orchestra
Estimated Price per student/chaperone: $200.00
Includes transportation (charter bus), park admission, workshop, and dinner. Lunch provided by Computech.
How to pay:
Pay fees outright
Earn fees through fundraiser participation/Volunteer at Save Mart Center
Financial Assistance may be available for families that qualify.
Mr. Mellone for more information.

17. Fundraisers
Program fundraising goal of $15, for school year.
-$ per student.
Donations are accepted in lieu of participation in fundraisers.
Donations are tax-deductible.
Checks made out to: Edison Computech PTSO, “band” in memo line
Cash accepted.
Edison Computech PTSO Tax ID Number:

18. Scheduled Fundraisers
Wednesday, August 30th- Panda Express Profit Share
Program is donated 20% of sales profits during time window with presentation of flyer.
Wednesday, September 6 through 22nd- Discount Cards
Sold at $20 each, program profits $10 per card sold.
Monday, January 22 through Feb 2nd- Festival Packets (Chocolates/Candies)
-program profits 50% of sales
Date TBD (in spring semester)- Chipotle Profit Share
Program is donated 50% of sales profits during time window with presentation of flyer.
Date TBD, SnapRaise Donation Drive

19. Save Mart Center Volunteering
Ongoing fundraiser
Save Mart Center Volunteering
School year profit: $9,658.79
Only 12 active volunteers
Pick event that works best with your schedule.
Several events per month.
Earn $25 towards fundraising goal/Disneyland Trip per shift volunteered.
Each shift is roughly 4 hours each.
No commitment other than shift time.
Must become TIPS Certified (serve alcoholic beverages).
Training is good for three years. Edison and Bullard use SMC.

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