WINTER PARK BAND Weekly Newsletter
April 12, 2020
THIS WEEK
Virtual Office Hours
Monday, Apr 13, 2020, 09:00 AM
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Wind Symphony Auditions
Monday, Apr 13, 2020, 11:00 AM
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Virtual Office Hours
Monday, Apr 13, 2020, 01:30 PM
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Wind Symphony Auditions
Tuesday, Apr 14, 2020, 11:00 AM
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SYMPHONIC BAND ZOOM MEETING
Tuesday, Apr 14, 2020, 01:30 PM
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WIND SYMPHONY ZOOM MEETING
Tuesday, Apr 14, 2020, 02:00 PM
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CONCERT BAND ZOOM MEETING
Sunday, Apr 12, 2020, 02:30 PM
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Wind Symphony Auditions
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2020, 11:00 AM
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Virtual Office Hours
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2020, 01:30 PM
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Wind Symphony Auditions
Thursday, Apr 16, 2020, 11:00 AM
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Virtual Office Hours
Thursday, Apr 16, 2020, 01:00 PM
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From Mr. Clemente
Dear Winter Park Band families,
Happy Easter and Happy Passover! To all of our Band families that both have been celebrating this past week or are celebrating today, I hope that all of you had wonderful celebrations! Though during this time all of our regular, long-held traditions have been up-ended and forced to be cancelled or held through a digital medium, I wish everyone a bit of comfort through the craziness. I really miss, and I know everyone misses us all being together and making music each day, and I can't wait for the next chance to see you all.
WIND SYMPHONY AUDITIONS - THIS WEEK
Mr. Smith and I are looking forward to hearing your auditions this week! All of you have put so much time and effort into preparing your audition, and we wish you the best of luck!
Students who are auditioning - you will receive a link in your email the morning of your scheduled audition. Please wait until your scheduled audition time to click on the link and join the audition "room."
WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS
Thank you to all of the students who have been diligent in keeping up with the weekly assignments. Mr. Smith and I know that there are many new challenges that come with being at home and completing your classwork for all 7 classes each week. If you are struggling to complete your work when assignments are due, please do not hesitate to reach out.Especially if you have an issue with internet connectivity or have other emergencies at home. We are here to help you! Especially if you have an issue with internet connectivity or have other emergencies at home. This is all very much different than "normal school," and especially for us in Band class when we can't all get together and be an ensemble as our class is meant to operate. In the mean time, the skills you are individually building through the digital assignments will become incredibly useful to you as a musician and help the Band as a whole. Always keep in mind, a rising tide raises all boats.
BAND ZOOM MEETINGS THIS WEEK
This week, we will be hosting Zoom meetings for all students on Tuesday, April 14, as well as a General Band Booster Zoom meeting in the evening of Wednesday, April 15. Please see the schedule of the meetings below. Students - If this time conflicts with another class that has previously scheduled a meeting, please let Mr. Clemente and MR. Smith know ASAP.
Band Zoom Meetings, Tuesday 4/14:
Symphonic Band: 1:30 PM (Attendance will be taken, participation grade given)
Wind Symphony: 2 PM (Attendance will be taken, participation grade given)
Concert Band: 2:30 PM (Attendance will be taken, participation grade given)
General Band Booster Zoom Meeting, Wednesday 4/15:
7:00 PM
Instructions on how to join the meetings will be sent to your emails the day of each meeting. Looking forward to seeing you all!
Mr. Smith and I are both always reachable via email. As always, it is a best practice to email both of us with any questions, concerns, clarifications, etc. One of us will see the email as quickly as we are able and provide a response.
All of the best and continue to stay healthy and safe,
Mr. Clemente
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From the Band Booster President
Week of April 12, 2020
Hello band families. I hope you are all doing well. Please keep an eye on the band calendar on Charms for updates to the schedule and ways to keep everyone connected. If you have questions about band items or would like any type of support, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Clemente, Mr. Smith, me (at njstorch@yahoo.com), or any of the other band parents. We are here to help. This is generally the time of year for new band students and parents to get acquainted with the program, for all students to register, and to look at the schedule for summer and next year, so please stay tuned for information regarding all of those things, some of which might look a bit different for the time being. I imagine students and parents miss attending in-person school and band events, and I know we are all looking forward to participating in these events again. Have a wonderful week everyone.
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WIND SYMPHONY AUDITIONS
Audition Dates: Monday, April 13 - Thursday, April 16
Sign up for an audition time here: Wind Symphony Audition Sign Up Sheet
If you have signed up for an audition time, you will receive an email with the code for the BBB room the morning of your audition. Please do not sign in to the BBB "room" until your audition time. Also, when you are accessing the room you will need to wait to be approved to enter the room. Be patient as the person auditioning before you may be completing their audition, or Mr. Clemente and/or Mr. Smith may be having technical issues.
*All Auditionees* - Yes, there will be sight reading on the audition. You will be sight reading an 8 measure piece from your computer screen.
**Percussionists** - Remember you are performing the prepared snare drum etude and then sight reading on snare drum. If you do not have access to a snare drum at home, use your practice pad.
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JAZZ ENSEMBLE I AUDITIONS
Audition Dates: Monday, April 20 - Thursday, April 22
Sign up for an audition time here: Jazz Ensemble I Audition Sign Up Sheet
To help students learn how to use the Big Blue Button program, Mr. Smith and Mr. Clemente will be holding "virtual office hours" this week. Please see the "This Week" section of the newsletter for dates and times.
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Google Classroom Codes
The procedure to join the class is the same as before, but in case you are not in the appropriate classes or need a refresher:
1.) Sign into Google using your OCPS student email
2.) Click on the apps icon
3.) Select Classroom
4.) Click on the "+" in the upper right hand corner
5.) Enter the code for the class:
Class Codes:
Symphonic Band: ikqsgbj
Jazz Ensemble II: 2u32u3n
Jazz Ensemble I: otmxdo7
Freshman Jazz Band: soj7ebe
Wind Symphony: zgshiz6
Concert Band: triopqc
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SmartMusic Classroom Resource - Codes to Join
2. When prompted for a class code, please enter:
Symphonic Band - Period 2:G2NKV-KDENE
Wind Symphony - Period 6: 33NCP-X3ZNA
Concert Band - Period 7: 7ZZW4-PAPXX
Please create your account no later than this Wednesday, April 8.
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OCPS Meals Distribution
OCPS families, The district’s FREE Grab-n-Go meal distribution for children begins tomorrow, Monday, March 23.
Fifty schools across the district will be handing out breakfast, lunch and a breakfast for the next day. Any child aged 18 and under will receive the meals with no questions asked. Children must be present to receive the meals, they can be in a vehicle, walking or riding a bike, no identification is needed. The family does not need to qualify for free and reduced meals and the child does not have to be enrolled at our school to receive food. Also, please consider any food allergies if your child is consuming the meals.
Distribution begins tomorrow at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Families can go to any of the 50 school sites. You can find the list of locations on the front page of www.ocps.net and on the district’s Facebook page.
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UPCOMING
JAZZ ENSEMBLE I AUDITIONS - Monday, April 20 - Wednesday, April 22
Winter Park High School Band
Email: michael.clemente@ocps.net
Website: www.winterparkhsband.com
Location: 2100 Summerfield Road, Winter Park, FL, USA
Phone: 4076223200
Facebook: www.facebook.com/winterparkhsband