renaissance institute of music, inc.en).pdfstring builder no 2:00 - 3:25 vivace strings • string...

of 12

2019/2020 - PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK

Renaissance Institute of Music, Inc. A California 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation

2019/2020

PARENT/STUDENT

HANDBOOK

We are supported, in part, by the

California Arts Council, a state agency.

Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov

of 12

Renaissance Institute of Music, Inc.

Table of Contents

Mission Statement ..................................................................... 3

Introduction ............................................................................... 3

What is the cost of this program for families? ...................... 3

Family Expectations & Responsibilities ..................................... 4

Students shall: ....................................................................... 4

Families shall: ....................................................................... 4

Requirements: ........................................................................ 5

RIOM Absence/Tardy Policies ............................................... 5

RIOM 2019/2020 Orchestra Ensembles .............................. 6

Saturday Rehearsal Schedule ........................................... 6

Definitions of Ability Levels: ................................................. 6

Concert Attire ........................................................................ 6

Gentlemen’s concert attire: .............................................. 6

Ladies’ concert attire: ....................................................... 6

Code Of Conduct ......................................................................... 7

Things To Remember .................................................................. 7

All musicians are required to do the following: ................ 7

General Information .................................................................. 8

RIOM Mailing Address ..................................................... 8

RIOM Website .................................................................. 8

Contact Information ......................................................... 8

Artistic and Instructional Staff ......................................... 8

Teaching Artist Certification Course Participants: .......... 8

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF .............................................. 8

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ................................................. 8

Agreement .................................................................................. 8

of 12


Mission Statement

Our MissionOur MissionOur MissionOur Mission is to promote the growth and development of the

community through the study, practice and performance of

music. We believe that by investing in the development of children

through music they become ambassadors of peace, hope and

understanding among people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and

beliefs.

Introduction

Renaissance Institute of Music is an El Sistema-inspired orchestra

program, and especially seeks to meet the needs of the underserved

families and youth of our community by empowering the cooperative

pursuit of excellence through musical learning and performance.

It is by providing inspirational musical learning and leadership

experiences, tuition-free, that we develop the capacity of our

community to contribute to our young people’s growth, joy and well-

being.

What is the cost of this program for families?

We provide free music instruction, sheet music, materials, and the

loan of instruments for your student. For the 2019-2020 year, there

is only a $30.00 Registration Fee per student.

However, the true cost of this program for our families is in giving of

their time, effort, and responsibility:

of 12


Family Expectations & Responsibilities

Students shall:

• Attend (on time) all classes and rehearsals as scheduled, except for

serious illness or family emergency

• Arrive (on time) and perform at every scheduled performance

• Practice individually on their instrument a minimum of 30

minutes daily, 6 days per week

• Practice all the assigned music for their class and their orchestra

• Rehearse with their assigned orchestra level every Saturday

• Focus, pay close attention, and follow all instructions during

classes and rehearsals

• Practice and rehearse to a mastery level, in order to be able to

coach others and to assist the conductor at rehearsals

• Practice patience and kindness towards themselves and others,

and perseverance toward their musical and leadership goals

• Continue to progress in musical ability, and make their best effort

to contribute to the success of all

Families shall:

• Make sure their student(s) arrive at every class and rehearsal 15

minutes before the start time.

• Provide encouragement and appreciation to the students for their

efforts.

• Make time available and help the student schedule their time for

music classes, rehearsals, individual practice and performances.

• Refrain from scheduling any appointments or events that conflict

with their student’s required attendance.

• Help the student with, and sign, their written records of all

practice and participation.

• Give advance notice of any absence by email only (no texts, no

phone calls) to [email protected]. Emails on the day of the

absence will not be accepted as an Excused Absence.

of 12


• Make a quiet space available for 1 hour of daily individual practice.

• Help the student protect and care for their instrument and

equipment according to the teacher’s instructions.

• Attend all performances.

• Invite at least 4 friends or family members to attend performances

in order to provide an encouraging audience for our students.

• Stay for the whole performance of every ensemble performing at

the event.

• Inform the teacher of any special concerns or problems, especially

if it might affect attendance or progress.

• Ask any questions that come up regarding the student’s or adult’s

responsibilities.

• Return the loaned instrument and materials to Renaissance

Institute of Music if the family does not fulfill these

responsibilities.

Requirements:

1. Students in New, Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced

Intermediate groups shall attend at least one class at their

level in the after-school hours, unless they are receiving

additional instruction during the week in another program or

from a private teacher. Advanced Students are those who have

completed all of the levels in the Belwin String Builder Book One

(or equivalent) for their primary instrument, and they are not

required to take weekday classes. The purpose of after-school

classes is to empower students to progress on their

instrument.

2. Students are expected to make progress in their playing

ability, sound production and learning of repertoire. New,

Beginner, and Intermediate students are expected to advance to

the next level after two semesters. Those who will not pass the

audition for such transition may be dismissed from the program.

The third semester in the same level class can be arranged in

exceptional cases, but no student will be allowed to stay in the

same level class for the fourth time. Audition requirements are

listed for the currently available ensembles:

of 12


RIOM 2019/2020 Orchestra Ensembles

Saturday Rehearsal Schedule

Time Ensemble Description Audition

Required ?

1:00 -

1:55

ALLEGRO

STRINGS

• String ensemble (violin, viola & cello) for New and Beginning Students

• Repertoire: O’Connor Orchestra Method and String Builder

NO

2:00

- 3:25

VIVACE

STRINGS

• String ensemble for Intermediate and Advanced Intermediate String Students (Violin, viola, cello, and contrabass)

• Repertoire: Grade 1 to 3 String Orchestra Repertoire

YES PASS LEVEL 4 OF STRING BUILDER D MAJOR SCALE G MAJOR SCALE C MAJOR SCALE

3:30 -

5:45

RENAISSANCE

CHAMBER/

SYMPHONY

ORCHESTRA

ADVANCED STRING ORCHESTRA (with occasional added wind and percussion players)

• Challenging works from the standard chamber orchestra repertoire as originally composed (no ‘student’ arrangements)

• Accompaniment of soloists. Children’s Concerts.

• Contemporary music commissioned for the orchestra.

YES ORCHESTRAL EXCERPTS SCALE SYLLABUS PERMISSION OF MUSIC DIRECTOR

of 12


RIOM Absence/Tardy Policies

* Any student reaching the maximum may be asked to turn in their

instrument and materials and may be dismissed from the program.

** Student is tardy if they did not arrive 10 minutes before the class

or rehearsal begins.

*** Student is marked absent if they arrive more than 10 minutes

after the class or rehearsal begins. Students arriving later than 10

minutes may not be seated and must wait until they receive

permission from the conductor, because late seating interrupts the

rehearsal, and is disrespectful to those who have arrived on time and

are ready to rehearse.

EXCUSED - CLASS OR REHEARSAL:

RIOM WAS NOTIFIED BY EMAIL 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE

UNEXCUSED - CLASS OR REHEARSAL:

RIOM WAS NOT NOTIFIED BY EMAIL 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE

EXCUSED - DRESS REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCE:

RIOM WAS NOTIFIED 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

EXCUSED - DRESS REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCE:

RIOM WAS NOTIFIED 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

EVENT Maximum*

UNEXCUSED

Maximum*

EXCUSED

Tardy * Class or Rehearsal 5 7

Absence* Class or Rehearsal 3 5

Absence

or Tardy

Dress Rehearsal or

Performance

0 1

of 12


Definitions of Ability Levels:

New Student: Student has never played before, and has not passed

any of String Builder Duet Tests

Beginning: Student has had 1 to 2 semesters of instruction, or has

passed up to Level 3 of String Builder Duet Tests

Intermediate : Student has passed Level 4 or higher of String

Builder Duet Tests

Advanced Intermediate: Student has passed Level 9 or higher of

String Builder Duet Tests

Advanced: Student has passed Audition for Renaissance Chamber/

Symphony Orchestra. Student is able to lead others, and coach and

teach in all ensembles. Student is ready for solo roles.

Concert Attire

Gentlemen’s concert attire:

• Black dress shoes

• Black socks

• Black dress pants

• White long sleeve dress/tuxedo shirt

• Black bow tie

• Black jacket/tailcoat

• Black dress shirt is acceptable if you don’t have a black jacket.

No white shirts without a jacket (!)

• Nails must be clipped and clean

• Hair must be clean and nice looking.

Ladies concert attire:

• Black “closed toe” dress shoes – low or medium wide heel only. No

boots or sandals.

• Skin-matching color nylons for evening performances required.

• Black (floor level to 16” above the floor level) dress or skirt.

of 12


• Black long dress pants. No jeans or “skinny” pants.

• Black long or ¾ sleeve dress or top. “See through” fabrics are

acceptable for the long or ¾ sleeve tops if worn over “spaghetti

straps” dress or top only - not over underwear.

• Nails must be filed and clean. French manicure or clear nail polish

only.

• Hair must be off left shoulder for all string players.

There are no exceptions to the concert attire requirements. If

musician is not properly dressed for the concert, he/she may not be

allowed to perform, which could result in being dismissed from the

program.

Code Of Conduct

Members of the Renaissance Institute of Music perform at the various

concert halls, community centers and other facilities. All participating

musicians are representatives of the organization, and the behavior

and dress of each musician reflects upon the entire group. It is

essential to respect the rights and property of others.

We count on all participants to use common sense in avoiding

situations and behavior that would put themselves or anyone else at

risk, cause problems for the group, or adversely affect the safety,

performance and enjoyment of all.

RIOM strictly enforces a zero tolerance policy with regards to the

use of drugs and alcohol, smoking, any other illegal activities, and any

form of harassment towards students and staff.

Things To Remember

Productive rehearsals and concerts require each and every player’s

attendance and full participation. We believe that the difference

between a good performance and a great one lies in the commitment

of every single member to attendance, preparedness, and excellence.

of 12


All musicians are required to do the following:

1. Always bring a pencil to rehearsals.

2. Every musician must have the copy of rehearsal/concert schedule

in his/her music folder.

3. Musicians may NOT be seated during tune-up or rehearsal.

Everyone who arrived late has to wait for the appropriate moment

and get the conductor/instructor’s permission.

4. Talking and/or distracting other musicians during rehearsal will

be considered as disrespectful behavior toward others. Third

notice may result in dismissal from the program.

5. Arriving to rehearsal without music will count as a 1/2 unexcused

absence.

6. Practice at home regularly and come well prepared to rehearsals.

7. Audio recordings and sheet music of parts are available on the

RIOM website: www.riom-sd.org . Go to the Member tab and

enter the password. These files are under copyright protection, so

DO NOT SHARE access to these files with anyone who is not a

musician with RIOM.

General Information

RIOM Mailing Address

RENAISSANCE INSTITUTE OF MUSIC

1933 S. DITMAR ST.

OCEANSIDE, CA 92054

RIOM Website

www.riom-sd.org

Contact Information

Phone: 760-434-7466

Email: [email protected]

of 12


Artistic and Instructional Staff

Music Director, Master Teacher -- Kim Stephens-Doll

Master Teacher, Conducting & Pedagogy – Branden Muresan

Instructor – Anthony Mazzotti

Teaching Artist Certification Course Participants:

Administrative Staff

Executive Director – Kim Stephens-Doll

TACC Program Manager – Jessica Orea

Parent Liaison – Virginia Mendez

Assistant Parent Liaison – Maria Cortez-Perez

Board of Directors

President – Kim Stephens-Doll

Secretary/Treasurer – Robert M. Stephens-Doll

Director – Jennifer Stewart DVM

Director – Kate Walther

Director – Virginia Mendez

Director – Branden Muresan

Allison Suarez

Andrea Cortez-Perez

April Moreno

Catherine Harrison

Daniela Valverde Moreno

Deborah Harrison

Eli Nunez

Isaac Suarez

Jessica Orea

Kami Smith

Kerry Walther

Liliana Rivera

Stephanie Hernandez

Victor Orea

of 12


Agreement

I understand that this is a serious commitment to fulfill the above

expectations for the 2019/2020 school year, and that I am receiving

the benefits of the loan of a musical instrument, accessories, and

instruction in their use for the purpose of developing myself to the

highest level of excellence. I understand that Renaissance Institute of

Music’s success is dependent on my fulfillment of these expectations,

which will enable me to teach others and reach my own fullest

potential as a musician. I agree to perform the above expectations to

the best of my ability.

As the Supervising Adult, I agree to fulfill the above requirements and

expectations for the family of this student. I understand that this is a

serious commitment for the success of my student and Renaissance

Institute of Music.

Student Signature Print Name Date

Supervising Adult Signature Print Name Date

Relationship to Student Email Telephone

Mailing Address

renaissance institute of music, inc.en).pdfstring builder no 2:00 - 3:25 vivace strings • string...

Documents