Akron University

Concert Band
Fall 2016
CRN: 7520

1051 Guzzetta Hall

1 Credit Hour
T-TH: 12:00 pm-2:00 pm

Dr. Brendon Bardo

Office:
Phone:

116 Guzzetta Hall

Work:
330-123-4567
Cell: 716- 870-2945 (please no calls after

10pm)

Email:

bb130@zips.uakron.edu

Office Hours:

(Subject to change)
Tuesdays: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Wednesdays: 12:00- 1:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
(other times by appointment)

Course Description: Concert Band is an audition based performing

ensemble. The ensemble is open to both music and non-music majors at
Akron University. This combination allows music majors the opportunity to
refine their professional skills while providing others an opportunity to
continue at a high level. Emphasis will be placed on the study and
performance of traditional and contemporary band literature.

Prerequisites:
Prior experience playing a band instrument and reading music.

Learning Outcomes:
Students will continually work on the following skills during rehearsals and
performance.
-Study and perform a variety of band literature.
-Improve musicianship individually and in an ensemble.
-Become aware of various ensemble and rehearsal techniques.
-Apply their knowledge of history, theory, and pedagogy in an applied
activity.

Required texts:

- There are no required texts for this major conducted ensemble. Music
will be passed out throughout the semester. It is each individuals
responsibility to keep track of the parts passed out to them. If you lose
an original part, you are responsible for purchasing another copy of it.

Required Materials:
-

Functioning Instrument
Pencil
Music
Mutes if necessary.

Course Requirements:
- Students must attend all concerts on time.
- Students must be at all rehearsals on time with required materials.
- Students must demonstrate a positive attitude at all times.

Attendance Requirements:
Rehearsal and concert attendance is required at all times. Your attendance
and participation is key in grading. The student is ultimately responsible for
communication any absences and conflicts in a timely manner.
Absences from rehearsals in general will be unexcused with the exception of
the following:
- Death or birth in the immediate family will be excused. Immediate
family is defined by the university as a spouse, parent, sibling or child.
- Severe illness in which a student is unable to attend rehearsal. You
must have a doctors note excusing you from class. Please schedule
any doctors appointments around rehearsals.
- A sanctioned UA trip or event (e.g. marching band, game, field trip,
etc.) will be excused if a student presents proper written
documentation from an instructor in a timely manner, prior to the
absence. Not the day of the absence.

Content Outline:
See course calendar below.

Assessment:
Grades will be based upon attendance, preparation, public performances,
and attitude.

Grading Policy:
Your attendance is required at all rehearsals, dress rehearsal, and
performances. Your attendance and class preparation are the primary
criteria used to determine your grade in this course. Each individual is a

crucial part to the ensemble. Any absences from the class automatically
affect your grade. If you miss a performance the highest grade you can
receive is a C. Each rehearsal you miss will result in 10 % off of your final
average.

Evaluation:

Your final grade will be based on the following material:

-Attendance and preparation
95%
-Attitude
5%

Grading Criteria: all assignments will be graded on the following

scale:
A
B
C
D
F

100-90
(A=93100) (A-= 9092)
80-89
(B+= 8889) (B= 8387) (B-=8082)
70-79
(C+= 7879) (C= 7377) (C-=7072)
60-69
(D+= 6869) (D= 6367) (D-= 6062)
59 and below

Performance Dress:
Men:
-Black Tuxedo/suit: no tails
-White tux shirt/white dress shirt with collar
-Black bow tie
-Black shoes with tall black sox
Women:
-Black Dress Pants. No Yoga pants.
-Black Short Sleeve Blouse
-Black Shoes
-If you have a black choir dress, that will work to.

Concert Band Calendar:

Week 1: 9/30:
Tuesday: Syllabus and rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 2: 9/6:
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 3: 9/13:
Tuesday: Rehearsal

Thursday: Rehearsal

Week 4: 9/20:
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 5: 9/27:
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 6: 10/4
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Dress Rehearsal, Concert at 8pm, call is 7:30pm.
Week 7: 10/11
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 8: 10/18
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week: 9: 10/25
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 10: 11/1
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Dress Rehearsal: Concert at 8pm, call is 7:30pm
Week 11: 11/8
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 12: 11/15
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 13: 11/22
Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal
Week 14: 11/28

Tuesday: Rehearsal
Thursday: Rehearsal

Week 15: 12/5

Tuesday : Dress rehearsal
Wednesday: Concert at 8pm, call is 7:30pm
Week 16: 12/13
Tuesday: No Rehearsal
Thursday: No Reharsal

Important Dates:
10/6/16: Concert #1 at 8pm. Call is 7:30pm
11/3/16: Concert #2 at 8pm. Call is 7:30pm
17/7/16: Concert #3 at 8pm. Call is 7:30pm

Student Ethics and Other Policy Information:

Student Ethics: For information about The University of Akron's policies
regarding student ethics and conduct, please consult the following sources:
http://www3.uakron.edu/gradsch/gradbull.html, then select "General
Information" (academic honesty); or
www.uakron.edu/studdev/conduct.html(Student Code of Conduct).

Disabilities notice: Any student who feels she/he may need an

accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact the Office

of Accessibility at 330-972-7928. The office is located in Simmons Hall Rm.
105.

University Policy: "Students whose names who do not appear on the

class list will not be permitted to participate (take exams or receive credit)
without first showing proof of registration by no later than Sept. 12

Withdrawal Policy: The last day to add or drop a class is Sept. 12th and
the last day to withdraw (WD) from a class is Oct. 17th.

Plagiarism: Under University Rule 3359-41-02, plagiarism constitutes a

type of student misconduct that is punishable by formal disciplinary

probation, suspension, or dismissal from the University. It is the responsibility
of all University of Akron students to know what plagiarism is and how to
avoid it.

Harassment: Harassment of any type (including disability, gender, race,

religion, ethnicity, age, or sexual orientation) is not allowed in class. The
University of Akron is committed to providing an environment free of all
forms of discrimination, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.
This includes instances of attempted and/or completed sexual assault,
domestic and dating violence, gender-based stalking, and sexual
harassment. Additional information, resources, support and the University of
Akron protocols for responding to sexual violence are available
atuakron.edu/Title-IX.

University Closing Policy / Class Cancellation: Call

330.972.SNOW for university cancellations and check the Springboard site in
event of inclement weather. Unexpected class cancellation notices will be
distributed via email and the course Springboard site. If you would like to
receive texts of class information via Remind, please send the text message
@mtmgsto 81010 to enroll or visit https://www.remind.com/join/mtmgs