DMS Performing Arts

 Band FAQs

What is the daily Band schedule?
When is the best time to meet?
What is the Grading Policy?

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 What is the daily Band schedule?
7:15-8:30 Sectionals
8:40-9:25 Bones/French Horns/Trumpets (EIS)
9:30-10:10 Low Brass/Trumpets/Horns (EIS)
10:20 - 11:05 Wind Symphony
11:10 - 12:00 Wind Ensemble
12:00 - 12:30 Lunch
12:30 - 1:30 Conferences
1:35 - 2:25 Symphonic Band
2:45 - 3:30 Clarinets (EIS)
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 When is the best time to meet?
12:30-1:30 PM, Monday - Friday.  Please call to set up an appointment.
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 What is the Grading Policy?
30% Participation (see below), 40% Playing Tests/Performances, 30% Practice 
Records  
For each siz week grading period, students start with 100 participation 
points.  The following will negatively affect their participation grade:  
1.  Not having music in class  -20
2.  Not having instrument  -25  
3.  Leaving materials out  -10 
4.  Instrument stored incorrectly -10
5.  Locker left open  -5
5.  No pencil in class -10  
Students can make up lost participation points by coming in before/after 
school to practice.
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