First Creek Middle School Band & Percussion Mrs. Brazley, Director

Calendar

Band 2/3, Percussion 2, & Jazz Band Concert -- December 2nd @ 6pm

Elementary Band, Band 1, & Percussion 1 Concert -- January 13th @ 6pm

Band 2/3, Percussion 2, & Jazz Band Concert/Fundraiser-- SATURDAY, March 4th @ 5pm

Band 2/3, Percussion 2, & Jazz Band Festival (Field Trip) -- Tuesday, March 7th @ Meeker Middle School

All Band & Choir Concert -- THURSDAY, June 8th @ 6pm

Music in the Parks Competition/Festival (Field Trip) -- SATURDAY, June 10th @ Wild Waves

Parent Information

Instrument Rental Policy & Fees

First, I recommend renting from Ted Brown or Music & Arts. They charge monthly, but include basic repair and cleaning with the rental and have a greater selection of instruments available for your child to rent. They also have many Rent-to-Own programs available for those wishing to upgrade their instruments. Check out their websites for the latest rental deals.

First Creek Middle School understands the importance of every child having the opportunity to participate in an instrumental music program (Band, Percussion, or Orchestra). It is for this reason that instruments are made available when possible to parents of students with financial needs for a small annual fee, versus a monthly contract. The students and a parent/guardian must sign an instrument rental contract and the rental fee must be paid in full before the instrument can go home with the student. Payment plans can be negotiated on a case by case basis.

Fees for Band

Band = $45 Fees are due as close to the beginning of the school year as possible to facilitate timely repairs and replacements as needed and can be paid through MySchoolBucks on the Family App.

The band rental fee pays for upkeep and repair on all FCMS wind instruments including cleaning, replacement parts, mouthpieces, and new cases.

Please realize that in many cases these instruments may cost anywhere from $1,000-$15,000. Therefore, each student is expected to treat them with care and maintain the instruments properly. Failure to do so will result in repair costs paid by the student and possible removal from the program.

Fees for Percussion

Percussion = $23 Fees are due as close to the beginning of the school year as possible to facilitate timely purchasing and delivery of supplies for students for the year. Payments can be made through MySchoolBucks on the Family App.

Please realize that in many cases these instruments may cost anywhere from $1,000-$15,000. Therefore, each student is expected to treat them with care and maintain the instruments properly. Failure to do so will result in repair costs paid by the student and possible removal from the program.

The percussion fee pays for upkeep and repair on all FCMS percussion instruments including cleaning, replacement parts, drumsticks, drum pads, mallets, and other accessories.

If you need assistance with class fees, please contact Mrs. Brazley using the button below.

Performance Expectations

Attendance to all performances is required for full credit. An unexcused absence at a performance will result in a zero for that performance (which makes up 40% of your grade). Absence from any performance must be excused by the director at least one week before the performance takes place.

**If an emergency does occur and a student is going to miss the performance, please contact Mrs. Brazley via email or phone within 24 hours of the performance. A make-up assignment will be issued for excused absences only.

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