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PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOLMARCHING BAND HANDBOOK 2014


TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SECTION 2: HOW DO I MARCHING BAND? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SECTION 3: BAND CAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

SECTION 4: REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE ETIQUETTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

SECTION 5: DISCIPLINARY POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

SECTION 6: UNIFORM CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SECTION 7: HOME SHOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

SECTION 8: LEADERSHIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

SECTION 9: GLOSSARY OF COMMONLY USED TERMS, PHRASES & IDIOMS . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

APPENDIX A: COMMITMENT FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

APPENDIX B: FOOT POSITIONS & MOVEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

APPENDIX C: DRILL READING 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32


Welcome to the Pequannock Township High School Marching Band and Color Guard! This family has been in existence for over 50 years and has won numerous awards. The band

was named the USBands New Jersey State Champions in 2008, 2011, and 2012, and also

received 2nd Place at the USBands National Competition in 2012. These are just some of the

highlights of this amazing group!

The Marching Band and Color Guard perform at football games, competitions and parades.

The season begins in the summer, and continues through November, but the Band also

performs in the town’s Memorial Day Parade in May.

No experience is necessary in order to join this family, just a great attitude, and a desire to

always get better at whatever you do! Be ready to work hard, have fun, and make wonderful

memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

This handbook is here to guide you and help you understand what to expect as a new or

returning member of this award-winning ensemble. There is a lot of information here, but

don’t be overwhelmed! The staff has created this document from years of experience, but

we don’t expect you to learn everything overnight. Your student leaders are familiar with this

information and will also be able to help you with any questions you may have.

Please review all of the information in here. If you have any questions, please see the Band

Director, Assistant Band Director, an Instructor, a Drum Major, or a Student Leader and they

will be happy to help!

Welcome to the Panther Regiment family!

Section 1:INTRODUCTION


THE FIRST REHEARSAL

The fi rst offi cial rehearsal for the marching band is

towards the end of the academic year. While the year

may be winding down, the staff has already been hard

at work for months planning for next fall’s marching

season. The fi rst rehearsal allows members and staff

to meet each other, explain expectations of the year,

talk about the show and get started.

The fi rst rehearsal may seem daunting, but believe

everyone when they say: IT GETS EASIER. You have

to learn to crawl before you can walk, walk before you

can run, and run before you can fl y.

WHAT DO I NEED FOR REHEARSAL?

Being prepared for rehearsal means many things.

These check lists are to help guide you with what

you will need to take care of before, during and after

rehearsal.

Rehearsal time is best used when all members are

prepared physically and mentally. These checklists

should help you determine what it necessary for

rehearsal and what could be left behind.

BEFORE REHEARSAL

• Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start

of the rehearsal

• Make sure you prepared all music assigned

at the previous rehearsal

• Coordinate with your family’s schedule to

make sure you can arrive early or arrange a

carpool with a friend. Lateness to rehearsal

will not be tolerated.

• Pack your gear. This includes instruments, dot

books, sneakers, warm layers. Assist with the

set-up as assigned

• Eat something substantial

• Drink good fl uids like water, Gatorade or juice.

Bring some for rehearsal.

• Dress appropriately for the weather.

AT REHEARSALS, YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR...

• Equipment (instruments, sticks, etc.) – Anything

needed to keep it operational (reeds, oil, etc.)

• Sneakers

• Gloves (for guard members)

• Water/Gatorade

(More than you think you need) – stay away

from sugary drinks as that attracts bees!

• Bag containing the following items:

» Dot book

» 3-ring binder for Music

(Plastic sheet protector pages)

» Pencils

• Energy snacks (power bars, nuts, pretzels, etc.)

• Sunscreen, sunglasses, sweatshirt, etc.

AFTER REHEARSAL

• Repack your gear – don’t leave anything behind

• Assist with clean-up as assigned

• Eat something substantial (high quality not junk)

• Drink good fl uids – water, Gatorade, juice

• Prepare all materials and music assigned

for the next rehearsal

Section 2:HOW DO I MARCHING BAND?


PHYSICAL TRAINING

Marching Band and Color Guard is not a passive

activity. In order to excel individually, and therefore as

a group, you must put forth 100% effort at all times. If

you make that commitment to yourself and the group,

then you will most defi nitely improve and achieve

your goals.

A Physical Training (PT) regiment will be a part

of almost every rehearsal. It is expected of all

participants to take PT seriously. PT usually contains

stretching, cardio and strength training.

The physical demands of marching band are some

that you may have never encountered before. Take

the direction of the staff very seriously. Much of what

is asked in PT may be diffi cult or silly; however, every

member in the ensemble is going through the same

processes so there is no need to be embarrassed.

The goal of PT is to prepare you for the demands

asked of the show design we will present. Often times,

we will move at a high speed WHILE playing music or

spinning equipment. Adherence to the PT regiment

will develop strength and endurance to perform the

production.

INJURIES

This activity is athletic in nature. What we are asking

of each member of the marching band is highly

demanding. We do a lot in our power to make

sure that no one is injured during rehearsal and

performance. However, injuries, both marching band

related and non-marching related happen. While we

will never force a member to participate if they are

injured, we do exercise caution with members that are

injured so that they are not injured further. Members

are still expected participate in as much of a rehearsal

as possible. This may include but is not limited to:

• Stretching & PT

• Musical Warm Up

• Standstill Rehearsal and/or spinning

Each injury is a special occurrence and will be taken

on a case by case basis.

If you become injured at rehearsal, you must notify an

instructor and the Band Director as soon as possible.

If you were injured prior to rehearsal or have a pre-

existing medical condition (such as asthma), then you

must notify the Band Director and your instructor

once you arrive at rehearsal. A doctor’s and/or parent

note must be submitted to the Band Director.

TYPICAL REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

A typical rehearsal is usually three hours in the

evening during the regular season. The entire

schedule of rehearsals and shows is provided early in

the season so that the student and their families can

plan around their commitments to the program.

Rehearsals will open with a short physical training

session.

“Basics” is the time where the individual sections

work on specifi c movement techniques relevant to

their sections. Winds and Percussion will typically do

a block of marching exercises. Breathing and playing

elements will be a part of basics. The Color Guard will

typically begin spinning.

The warm up time is for the winds, guard and

percussion to begin working on the musicals aspects

and other techniques for the production. A warm

up packet is provided on the fi rst day of rehearsal

in addition to their show music. It is expected that

the musicians have the entire warm up materials

memorized in addition to their show music. Warm ups

not only provide a foundation for our playing but are

sometimes, if not often times, a way for the musicians

to have musical pre-show “hype”.

HOW DO I MARCHING BAND? continued


Ensemble is the time where the entire marching

band works together to clean every element of the

show. Members are expected to work quickly and

quietly during this time so that we can maximize the

amount of work that is accomplished during this time.

Ensemble time can be very fun but it can also be very

tedious. This time challenges members to control

their emotions and test their patience as the entire

ensemble works together to become better. There is

specifi c protocol for the ensemble.

• The instructors in the box announce a segment

of the show.

• Drum Major will call standby, set and repeat

instructions.

• The Dr. Beat is turned on to provide the tempo.

After 8 clicks of the metronome, the ensemble

begins the rep. This is a hard and fast rule that

WILL NEVER be altered in a rehearsal.

• At the conclusion of the rep, the Dr. Beat is

turned off. Members are expected to stay in +1,

unless you are in Color Guard as this will mess

up your fl agwork! Drum Major will give check,

adjust and standby where the members will look

at their position, check their dots, adjust to the

proper spot and then be ready for comments

and further instructions.

• The rehearsal is always concluded with a full run

through of the production, which is followed by

comments and announcements.

OUR SEASON CALENDAR

Believe it or not, but we already know what we

are planning on for this entire season. Separate

from this handbook, you should receive a season

schedule spanning from June to November with

every rehearsal, performance and show scheduled.

This is provided well in advance so there should

be no surprises to students or parents.

Marching band teaches students a fundamental

skill of time management. This schedule is to

help students make good choices so they do not

jeopardize their spot with the ensemble as well as

the ensemble as a whole. Please take note of every

date on the calendar so that homework, family trips,

doctor’s appointments or any other engagement

you may have does not confl ict.

ATTENDANCE

Attendance at all scheduled events is mandatory.

Any confl icts will be noted on your Commitment

Form [see Appendix A]. As stated on the

Commitment Form, any changes or emergencies

must be communicated as soon as possible to the

Band Director and respective Leader and Instructor.

Last minute issues (such as minor tardiness) should

be communicated to the Student Leaders. YOU

are responsible for making sure that your Leaders

& Instructors are aware of any issues (sickness,

tardiness, injury, etc.). If you miss any practice time,

it is your responsibility to fi nd out what you missed

and catch up BEFORE the next practice. Your

Student Leaders can help to set up time or

coordinate specifi c groups to do so.



ILLNESS

The season can become physically demanding,

especially once school is in session and the weather

becomes colder. It is very important for all students

to stay as healthy as possible. Be prepared for

rehearsal by wearing appropriate attire for the

weather. Bring layers.

If you become ill during rehearsal, you must notify

your Instructor and the Band Director immediately.

Depending on the illness, we may send you home in

order to get well and prevent others from getting sick.

If you are out sick from school, do not come to

rehearsal that evening! Let your Student Leader,

Instructor, and Band Director know that you are

staying home and getting some rest. The sooner you

feel better, the better the band will be. Please do not

come to rehearsal and spread your germs with the

rest of the band. We don’t want it either!

Do not share instruments or drinks! Keep yourself

healthy by only playing on your instrument and

not allowing others to play it! Also, wash your

mouthpiece frequently in order to prevent germs from

growing and making you sick.

RESPONSIBILITY

Each member is responsible for making sure they

are prepared in every way for all events. Review

your checklists to see what you need for each event.

Anything out of the ordinary will be communicated,

and can be confi rmed by Student Leaders. Take care

of any preparation prior to rehearsal.

Student commitment is also very important. All

members should attend sectionals and practice on

their own. The more committed each member is,

the more successful the band will be. Practice is

done at home, not at rehearsal!

ETIQUETTE

Treat yourself, your peers, your uniform and

equipment with respect. All members of the color

guard and marching band should be treated the way

you would like to be treated. All staff members are

hired for their knowledge, experience, and their love

of the sport of marching band. Listen, absorb their

knowledge, and they will help you attain greatness.

If a correction is given, accept the correction, or ask

for clarifi cation, but do not argue or offer excuses.

Also respect your student leaders. They are there to

help you. All members should be treating each other

positively and motivationally. A positive attitude from

all members will make a fun and happy season.

The school or the Band Parents Association either

owns everything that is provided for you, but it is your

job to take care of all equipment, uniforms, etc.



Band camp is when the marching band travels out

of state for 5 days to a campsite to learn as much

music, work, and drill for the show. This week is

VERY important for the band, as this is where much

of the learning process is done. This is a time that

may be very overwhelming for the members as they

try to process a lot of information but is also a very

rewarding and fun experience.

At band camp, students stay in cabins with their

classmates. Students rehearse around 9 hours each

day in the hot sun and/or rain. Students should be

prepared to work hard and sweat. Students must

apply sunblock whenever possible and drink plenty of

hydrating fl uids. Students will be tired by the end of

the day and defi nitely by the end of the week.

A TYPICAL (NOT EXACT) SCHEDULE OF BAND CAMP WOULD BE THE FOLLOWING:

Monday - Leave PTHS around 9am. Arrive at campsite around 12pm.

• Eat lunch in route.

• Unload and quickly settle into cabins

• Afternoon rehearsal for roughly 3 hours

• Dinner break

• Evening rehearsal for roughly 3 hours

• Enjoy our second dinner and nightly activity

• 11pm Lights Out

Tuesday through Thursday

• Breakfast around 8 am

• Morning rehearsal for roughly 3 hours

• Lunch break for roughly 2 hours

• Afternoon rehearsal for roughly 3 hours

• Dinner break

• Evening rehearsal for roughly 3 hours

• Enjoy our second dinner and nightly activity

• Begin packing

• 11pm Lights Out

Friday

• Cabins cleaned and checked prior to breakfast

• Breakfast around 8am

• Rehearsal for roughly 3 hours, including

a fi nal run-through

• Lunch

• Load up

• Return to PTHS by dinnertime

Section 3:BAND CAMP


WHAT TO PACK

Packing for band camp can be a really stressful event.

Good thing, we know how to help. We have provided

a packing list that basically covers everything you will

need in almost any situation.

WHAT TO BRING

Bedding & Such

• Pillow

• Sleeping Bag or Sheets & Blanket

• Bath Towel (2 recommended) –

nothing dries at camp.

Clothing

• Enough for 5 days - jeans are not advised;

athletics shorts recommended pack things

that will be comfortable to rehearse in.

• Rain Gear - we probably will do things outside

in the rain if it’s not too heavy :)

• Sweatpants & Hoodie - it gets cold at night

• Nightwear

• At least 6 pairs of socks - rain, sweat or

whatever it’s nice to have extras. Make sure

they cover your ankles!

• Sneakers (and an extra pair if you have them,

nothing is worse than wet shoes)

• Flip-fl ops

• Hat

• Sunglasses

• PRO-TIP: Rolling your clothing in your suitcase

or duffl e bag will actually save a lot of room if

you fi nd yourself trying to overstuff a bag.

Toiletries

• Hair ties

• Shampoo

• Body Wash

• Deodorant

• Toothbrush & Toothpaste

• Hairbrush/Comb

• Sunblock

• Bug Repellent

• Glasses/Contact and Solution

• Feminine Products

• Gold Bond

• PRO-TIP: You might also want to put your

shampoos or other liquid soaps in plastic bags

in the off chance they explode in transit.

BAND CAMP continued


For Rehearsal

• Dot book!

• Music in sheet protectors

• Coordinate sheets (when you receive them)

• Pencil

• Instrument

• Instrument accessories (neck strap, valve oil,

cork grease, slide cream, etc...)

• PRO-TIP: Did you need it for rehearsal before

band camp? You’ll need it at band camp.

• Water and snacks are provided by the Band

Parents.

Misc & Downtime stuff

• iPod

• Alarm Clock

• Reading material

• Summer Homework

WHAT NOT TO BRING

• Excessive money (you wont need it)

• Laptops

• Jewelry

• Anything of high value

• Make-up (Ladies, this is band camp, not prom...)

• Shaving Cream (Gentlemen...)

• Knives or razor blades

• Refrigerators or microwaves

• Rule of thumb: If you have to ask, it might

not be okay.

Some bring snacks and drinks for the cabin for

outside of mealtime or to just have a little something

else around. Remember, you are responsible for

loading and unloading and carrying anything extra

you decide to bring to your cabin.

BAND CAMP continued


Section 4:REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE ETIQUETTE

We take our image seriously when in public and

require that we rehearse in a similar fashion. It is

important to the success of the ensemble for the

season that we follow these guidelines for rehearsal

and performance etiquette.

REHEARSAL ETIQUETTE

Etiquette at rehearsal is extremely important in order

for the band to be as successful as possible. A routine

is established in order to be as productive as possible.

After a rep during rehearsal, no one talks! The

Drum Major will say, “Check”. This means that each

individual will look where they ended on the fi eld. The

Drum Major will then say “Adjust” and members will

move to where they were supposed to be on the fi eld.

Then the Drum Major will say “Standby.” All members

go to this position and there is still no talking.

Once at Standby, the Box will speak fi rst. The box

will include the Band Director, Assistant Director,

and the Caption Heads. Once the box is done giving

instructions, then “Field” will be called. This means

that Instructors on the fi eld then have a turn at giving

instructions. Once the Instructors are done, then

the Student Leaders can give instructions. These

are the only people allowed to talk on the fi eld. All

other members are to remain quiet at all times unless

they are asking their Instructor or Student Leader a

question regarding the rehearsal.

Box » Field Instructors » Student Leaders

Members do not talk!!!

Once the Box sees that all comments were given

by respective individuals, then the Box will say the

next directions. The Drum Major will repeat the

instructions. Then the Drum Major will say “Set”

and the rep will begin.

During breaks, students line their instruments

up by section on the sideline. This is in order to

prevent students from stepping on instruments. All

belongings are then lined up next to the instruments.

Please do not goof around near the instruments and

belongings.

BUS PROTOCOL

Sometimes we travel. We expect the members of the

PTHS Marching Band are safe and respectful on the

buses. All students are to follow the bus rules and

procedures established by the Pequannock Township

Department of Transportation, Pequannock Township

High School, and NJ State Law.

• All limbs are in the vehicle at all times.

• Everyone must sit in a seat while the vehicle is

moving. No one is standing up and no one sits

in the aisle.

• Everyone is responsible for their own trash and

keeping the bus clean. All leaders will check the

bus upon leaving for personal items and trash

left behind. You will leave the bus cleaner than

it was when you entered it.

• The Pequannock Township High School code

of conduct applies on the bus and disciplinary

action will be handled accordingly.


SHOW DAY!

• At the end of rehearsal, all members place their

instruments in their respective cases outside

of the band room along the sidewalk for the

parents to load the trailer. If the competition is

at home, then all equipment must be put away

in the band room. Nothing should be left out to

get damaged.

• All brass players should polish their instruments

before loading.

• Once your instrument is loaded, then meals may

be eaten.

• NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO LEAVE SCHOOL

GROUNDS DURING MEALS. Students must

bring meals with them at the beginning of

rehearsal or have their parents drop it off during

meal time.

• All meals should be fi nished prior to changing

into uniform and/or loading the bus.

• Specifi cs in attire on the bus (in full uniform,

half uniform, etc.) will be specifi ed at the end of

rehearsal.

• Students will load the bus in an orderly manner.

There is no segregation by section or by bus.

Loading will be done by seniority, but ANY

student may sit on ANY bus.

• During the last 10 minutes of the ride, all

students will be quiet and will perform a mental

run-through of their performance.

• Once at the performance site, all directions,

instructions, and procedures will be given by

staff members.

• After our performance, students will enjoy a

meal (once out of uniform and equipment is put

away).

• Students are highly encouraged to watch other

bands while waiting for awards. Students must

be with a buddy at all times. No one is allowed

to be alone.

• During the award ceremony, all students will sit

together in the stands. Once the awards are

over, all students will head back to the buses and

remain there until staff returns from critique.

• Once back to the high school, all students will

help unload the equipment and put it away in

the band room. All uniforms are to be returned

to their respective locations. The band room

should be cleaned and put back to order. NO

ONE IS ALLOWED TO LEAVE UNTIL DISMISSED

BY THE DIRECTOR.

PROCEDURES BEFORE AND AFTER A FOOTBALL GAME:

The same procedures apply for football games as for

competitions.

• The only change is that students are expected to

stay in the stands throughout the game.

• During third quarter students may “take a break”

and use the restroom.

Anytime members are in uniform, whether it is full

or half, they are representing Pequannock Township,

the high school, the community and themselves.

Members are expected to carry themselves as young

professionals and are prohibited from swearing in

uniform. Members are not permitted to eat in full

uniform; only water in full uniform is permitted.

REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE ETIQUETTE continued


CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND!

On the last rehearsal day of the season, the marching

band will be performing in 3 run-throughs. All run-

throughs are serious and are a way to celebrate the

season while allowing our band mates to watch our

performances.

Run-through #1: The Staff and Underclassmen

Run-through - All middle school, freshmen, and

sophomores perform in this run-through on their

respective instrument/equipment. These students

march their drill as learned. All staff members will

march (or attempt to march!) an upperclassmen’s

spot on the fi eld. Staff members cannot successfully

march spots if the band members are not performing

correctly!

Run-through #2: Upperclassmen Run-through- All

juniors and seniors will perform their run-through

CORRECTLY. This is a celebration of their years

here and should be proud to perform for their

underclassmen.

IF EITHER RUN-THROUGH IS INAPPROPRIATE IN

ANY WAY OR IF STUDENTS ARE NOT TAKING THESE

RUN-THROUGHS SERIOUSLY, THEN THE RUN-

THROUGH WILL BE STOPPED AND THE TRADITION

WILL NO LONGER EXIST.

Run-through #3: The Final Run-through - All PTHS

Band/Guard Members will perform a run of the show,

one last time.

REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE ETIQUETTE continued


All Marching Band members will follow the

Pequannock Township High School Code of Conduct

as stated in their PTHS Handbook. Disciplinary action

will occur to any student who disobeys any of these

policies.

The PTHS Marching Band will be following a “Three

Strikes Policy”. Any student who receives three

strikes will not be allowed to perform in the halftime

show at the next football game. The student will be

required to attend the game, but the student will

sit in the stands and watch the band perform. The

band works as a team, and therefore the individual

sitting in the stands will see how their role impacts

the others without hurting the band’s performance in

competition.

PUNCTUALITY AND ATTENDANCE

100% attendance is required in order to have a

successful season. All students should make every

effort to attend ALL rehearsals and performances.

All student confl icts should be listed on their

commitment form from the beginning of the season.

If a tardiness or absence arises, the student’s parent

or guardian will email the Band Director as soon as

possible with the reason why the student will miss

or be late. All excused absences and tardies will not

result in disciplinary action.

• A student who misses a day of school due to

an unexcused absence will not be allowed to

rehearse with the band that evening. If the

student misses a school day on a Friday, the

student will not be allowed to rehearse with the

band that weekend.

• A student working is not an excused absence.

All students should work around the marching

band schedule.

• After three unexcused tardies or absences, the

student will follow the rules established in the

Three Strikes Policy.

DOT BOOKS

• All students are to carry a dotbook. Dotbook

checks will be administered periodically in order

to make sure all students have their drill and

other information with them at all times. Anyone

who loses his or her dotbook must rewrite it.

• If a student forgets or loses their dotbook

3 times, the student will follow the rules

established in the Three Strikes Policy.

DISRESPECT

All students will be respectful at all times to each

other and to the staff. After a third occurrence in a

single rehearsal, they will be sent home. Should this

behavior continue throughout the season, he or she

will no longer be a member of the ensemble.

MUSIC CHECKS / WORK CHECKS

Individual music/work checks will occur periodically

in order to make sure students have all music

memorized or have learned all work.

If a member fails a music/work check, he/she will

perform every note or choreography of that chunk

until the band/guard can move on.

Stand music is included during the music checks.

“SET” AND “STANDBY”

In the event that “set” or “standby” is called an

extensive amount of time, members will be asked to

run a lap.

Section 5:DISCIPLINARY POLICY


MARCHING BAND/GUARD UNIFORMS

Uniforms are an important part of the identity of

marching bands. They create an impressive and

unifying effect on the fi eld. It is tradition in the culture

of marching band to treat your uniform with respect.

The following information is for band members who

play an instrument. Guard information is addressed at

the end of this section.

BAND PROPER

Parts of Uniform – Instrumentalists

• Hat – Provided.

• Plume – Provided. Attached to hat. Given out

just before performing and returned just after.

• Jacket – Provided.

• Balderick – Attached to jacket. Removed only

for cleaning

• Gauntlet – Provided. Worn around forearm.

Two Kinds: regular and percussion

• Gloves – Purchased from BPA.

Best to have 2 pair

• Pants – Provided

• Socks – Long, black. BYO

• Dinkles – Marching shoes.

Purchased trough BPA.

Care of Uniforms - Instrumentalist

Uniforms stay at school and are not taken home, ever.

They are put back into provided bag after use and

hung on appropriate rolling rack.

If there is a reason to take jacket off

(weather/eating) carefully fold jacket and place

in a safe place approved by Band Director.

BPA arranges dry-cleaning after season is over.

What to Wear Underneath Uniforms – Instrumentalists

Hot Weather – Navy band T-shirt or plain black or

navy “T”, black or navy gym shorts. No cargo shorts

Cold weather – Under armour shirt and pants

(leggings) are recommended. Navy preferred.

There are times at competitions when students can

change out of their uniforms into street clothes.

Because evenings can get very cold in the fall

remember to bring warm clothes and outerwear.

Fittings – Instrumentalists

Fittings begin at the same time rehearsal do. Usually

at the end of June beginning July and fi nish before

band camp at the end of August. An email is sent out

to each band member to sign up for an appointment.

Dinkles and gloves will also be fi tted at this time but

will be order through BPA after band camp.

Section 6:UNIFORM CARE


COLOR GUARD

Uniforms – Provided by BPA. Change each year

to refl ect theme of show

Foot wear – Purchased by guard members

Fall uniforms are returned at the end of the Fall

season unless continuing on to Winter Guard.

Uniforms are always hand wash. You may also use the

delicate cycle, and wash alone as the colors may run.

NEVER put your uniform in a dryer, and NEVER hang

to dry, always dry fl at.

ALL MEMBERS’ SHOW HAIR

Each section will have requirements for hair that are

dependent on what is worn on the head. If you are

unsure about your section’s requirements, or if you

have a specifi c hair question, please see your Section

Leader.

For all members that wear the band uniform and

a helmet, all hair must be pulled up and under the

helmet. This includes male or female members that

have hair that falls below the ears.

For all members that wear the band uniform without

a helmet, hair that is long enough will be pulled into a

low bun.

For anytime that an alternate uniform is worn (without

a helmet), hair that is long enough will be pulled into a

low bun.

For the Color Guard: hair will be different for each

season to match the uniform/theme. Specifi c

instructions will be given by the Color Guard Staff.

UNIFORM CARE continued


PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL HOME SHOW!

During the last Saturday of September, PTHS hosts

our own USBands competition. This is OUR BIGGEST

FUNDRAISER where as many as 24 bands from the

area will come here to compete. This is a HUGE

event and therefore students and their families are

expected to assist in any way possible. A sign-up

will be created for all parents and family members to

volunteer for certain jobs such as the food tent, traffi c

control, 50/50 sales, baked goods, etc.

Students will be assigned jobs to help out with the

event. Some jobs are assigned by grade and others

are assigned by description.

Seniors

You will escort one or more bands. This means you

will greet them when they arrive, lead them to their

warm-up location, show the way to the restrooms,

answer any questions the directors may have, lead

them to the competition fi eld, escort them down the

50-yard line, and lead them off the fi eld. ALL of this is

done in FULL UNIFORM.

Judges Tape Runners:

These students (typically Juniors) will retrieve the

tapes and scores from each judge at the end of the

performance and bring them to the head judge/

tabulator who is located on the track.

CandyGram/WaterGram Runners:

These students will check in at the candygram table

during their assigned band’s performance and deliver

the candygrams to the band as they exit the fi eld.

AirGram Runners:

These students will check in at the airgram table one

band prior to their assigned band’s performance time

and bring the airgrams up to the announcer in the

press box.

During the competition, students are encouraged to

watch the other bands’ performances. Keep in mind,

you are representing the school the ENTIRE day and

therefore your behavior should be appropriate.

Section 7:HOME SHOW


This section provides veteran members of the

PTHS marching band information on the process in

which the staff will go about selecting leaders for

the organization. It will outline the requirements,

expectations if selected and the assignments required

for consideration. The last section is a job description

for each leadership position and is subject to change

at the discretion of the Director, Assistant Director,

Percussion and Color Guard Caption Heads.

REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility: Anyone may apply for a leadership

role. In order to be a section leader, you must have

completed at least one full season in marching band.

Drum Majors are required to have at least two seasons

completed.

School comes fi rst! Leaders are expected to manage

their time accordingly and keep their grades up.

Those who are at risk for academic ineligibility may be

passed up for someone else.

Attendance is mandatory! As leaders, you must make

every effort to attend every rehearsal. Acceptable

absences include important family events and extreme

sickness. Student leaders should possess a high level

of time management skills off the fi eld. Tardiness

will not be tolerated out of student leaders. Student

leaders will also be the liaison for other members to

the directors about tardiness or emergency absences.

Attitude: Leaders must put forth a good attitude

as they greatly affect the tone of practice and the

attitudes of the rest of the ensemble. Leaders must

also encourage a positive attitude in the other

members.

Priority: Marching Band must be a priority activity

for you. As a leader, you must do your best to work

all activities around the marching band schedule. This

does not mean you cannot hold a job, take part in

clubs or be a member of another activity; however,

marching band should take priority.

Communication: Your parents must allow

communication between you and the staff, including

phone, text, and email. You must check your email

with some frequency, and be able to facilitate

communication between the staff and the rest of the

ensemble. Your parents will be copied on all emails

between students and staff.

EXPECTATIONS

Lead by Example: Student leaders help determine

the mood and attitude of rehearsal, therefore they

are expected to lead in a way that they believe

will help foster a positive and productive rehearsal

environment. Student leaders should maintain

composure and a professional decorum during

rehearsal and shows. While the activity should always

be fun, we need to be productive and positive during

rehearsal and every person should be doing his/her

job.

Respect each other, your peers, and your instructors.

Student leaders are expected to do whatever the

staff asks of you. If you have questions, concerns,

or problems with anything that you are asked to do,

it is expected that you will come and speak to the

staff either before or after practice or at another

appropriate time.

Delegate: Student leaders should not be afraid to

make small decisions that will help out the directors.

Student leaders should be able to be trusted in

matters that should not need to run up the chain.

Section 8:LEADERSHIP


Be Prepared: Always make sure that you have

everything you need including instruments,

accessories, podiums, gock blocks and everything in

between.

Be a Helpful Resource: Help your fellow members out!

If someone needs a ride, a couple bucks for food, to

borrow a pencil, or to learn whatever he/she missed,

help him/her out.

Recruiting: Student leaders, especially guard/

percussion captains and drum majors, are the face

of this organization. Therefore, it can be expected

of our leaders to be the face of recruitment during

the season to help promote for Winter Guard and

Percussion and new marching band membership.

Attend a Leadership Seminar: Beginning in the

summer of 2015, all students selected in a leadership

role MUST attend a leadership seminar.

George N. Parks’ Drum Major Academy

(lasts 3-5 days) See http://www.drummajor.org/

for dates, location and registration

Vivace Productions

Leadership sessions for woodwinds, brass, percussion,

and guard. See http://www.vivaceproductions.com/

workshops.html for dates, locations and registration

Fred J Miller Clinics

Drum Major and Student Leadership sessions.

See http://fjmclinics.com for dates, locations,

and registration

LEADERSHIP ASSIGNMENT

Leadership roles offered/assigned may change yearly

depending on the group size and needs.

Not everyone who applies will be named a leader.

We expect those that do apply and do not become

offi cial leaders still act as leaders; they should be

prepared, motivational, punctual, and have a positive

attitude. You should be a role model on AND off the

fi eld.

Keep in mind, you are ALWAYS auditioning for a

leadership role. Everything you do is your audition.

We observe everything on and off the fi eld, not just

during rehearsal, and not just during the marching

band season.

Anyone who receives a leadership position may have

that position revoked at ANY time.

LEADERSHIP continued


THE PERSONNEL HIERARCHY IS AS FOLLOWS:

BAND DIRECTOR

q

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

q

CAPTION HEADS

Winds Percussion Guard

q q q

INSTRUCTORS


q q q

DRUM MAJOR

q

STUDENT LEADERS


q

Band President, Uniform Manager, Equipment Manager, Spirit Coordinator

q

Members



JOB DESCRIPTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

All students in leadership positions must enforce all

times given; when rehearsal times are, when report

times are, etc. To be early is to be on time. To be on

time is to be late. Therefore, students in leadership

positions are expected to set the example and always

be early.

All students in leadership positions must be proactive.

Students must be willing to help with anything and

everything.

Anyone interested in ANY of the following jobs must

apply. Students may apply for and be assigned more

than one job (for example, section leader and band

president).

Drum Majors:

• The Head Drum Major will run the stretch block

during rehearsal

• The Assistant Drum Major will make sure all

equipment and students are out of the band

room so that they will be ON TIME to their

rehearsal

• Should be able to run warm-ups in place of staff

• In charge of metronomes and long rangers,

including making sure the long rangers are fully

charged

• Take attendance from all section leaders

• Act as a liaison between section leaders and

staff; bring all student questions, comments, and

concerns to staff

• Create and update a Facebook page for the

members and staff of the current season

• Help with recruiting before and after the season

Section Leaders/Captains/Student Leaders:

• Work with equipment manager and other

section leaders to make sure all equipment is

accounted for

• Take section attendance and give it to the Drum

Majors

• Make sure their section is prepared with music,

notebooks, dot books, water, pencils, sunscreen,

etc.

• Make sure all members know their music,

schedule sectionals, teach members what

they missed, work with individuals one-on-one

outside of practice, etc.

• Help clean up the fi eld and band room after

every rehearsal

• Should bring all questions, comments, concerns,

to the drum major who will bring them to staff



Percussion Captains:



accounted for

• Be able to run warm-ups without staff

• Make sure their section is prepared with music,

notebooks, dot books, water, pencils, sunscreen,

etc.

• Make sure all members know their music,

schedule sectionals, teach members what

they missed, work with individuals one-on-one

outside of practice, etc.


every rehearsal

• Motivate all percussion students to help one

another, both in the battery and the pit

• Maintain camaraderie between battery and pit

• Have constant communication with staff through

email, text, etc.

• Should bring all members’ questions, comments,

concerns, to the staff members

Guard Captains:



accounted for

• Be able to run warm-ups without staff

• Make sure their section is prepared with

equipment, dot books, water, pencils, sunscreen,

etc.

• Make sure that all members learn any work

missed, and help members achieve diffi cult skills

that they need to work on (such as tossing),

outside of offi cial practice time


every rehearsal

• Have constant communication with staff through

email, text, etc.

• Should bring all members’ questions, comments,

concerns, to the staff members



Band President:

• Serves as the liaison between the Band Parent

Association and the Marching Band members.

• Attends monthly BPA meetings, usually held on

the fi rst Thursday of every month at 7:30pm.

• Gives advice on fundraisers that students would

like to sell, merchandise ideas, and anything else

the students would like.

• In charge of notifying the school community

about the band’s upcoming performances and

success through morning announcements,

school newspaper, etc.

Equipment Manager:

• In charge of making sure all equipment is

accounted for

• This includes bringing equipment out to the fi eld

and back to the band room for rehearsal and in

and out during trailer loading.

• This includes all instruments, pit, podium, props,

etc.

• Should delegate members fairly with a schedule

and/or work with the section leaders in this

process

Uniform Manager:

• In charge of making sure everyone has their

uniform including black socks, Dinkles, helmets,

gloves and the correct color undergarment prior

to leaving for a competition or football game.

• Must enforce the “no eating in uniform” rule.

• Must make sure everyone’s uniforms are folded

correctly on the hangers.

• In charge of making sure all uniforms are

accounted for when returning to the school.

He/she should count the uniforms on the racks

before students are dismissed.

Spirit Coordinator:

• In charge of creating fun activities before/after

rehearsals

• In charge of creating spirit days for rehearsals

and band camp

• All spirit events must be approved by the Band

Director



Write an essay/letter and include the following:

1. Your name and grade.

2. Why you want to be in a leadership role.

3. What qualities you possess that would make

you a good section leader or drum major.

4. Suggestions for ways to improve the ensemble

as a whole.

5. What other applicant, aside from you, would

make a good leader, and why?

6. What being a part of the Pequannock Township

Marching Band means to you.

If you were a leader in the 2013-2014 year, please also include:

1. What have you learned/gained during your

experience as a leader?

2. How would you improve as a leader this

upcoming season?

If you applied for a leadership position last year but were not offered a position, please also include:

1. How were you still a leader over the season?

2. What you would do differently in a

leadership role?

There are no “right” answers. The length can

be as long or short as you like, but the content

is most important. You will be evaluated on your

essay and your demeanor and performance as

a current member.

Please type your response and email it to the

respective person. Your essays will be shared

with staff members only and will otherwise

be confi dential.

Send all essays to: [email protected]

The due date for responses can be found on the

season calendar.

THOSE INTERESTED IN POSITIONS MUST ATTEND THE LEADERSHIP AUDITIONS.

During this time, you will be required to do the following:

• Drum Majors: Conduct and run

wind/brass warm-ups and interview

• Section Leaders/Captains/Student Leaders: Lead a marching basics block and interview

• Percussion Captains: Lead a percussion

warm-up and interview

• Guard Captains, Band President, Equipment Manager, Uniform Manager, & Spirit Coordinator: Interview

LEADERSHIP ASSIGNMENT


#“This one’s for water” – Motivational tool, goal is to

take the opportunity on the fi rst rep to get it right.

60/40 – when standing in attention or set, your

weight should be 60% on your platforms and 40% in

your heels

8-to-5 – a typical step is 22.5”. “8 to 5” means to

take 8 of these steps within 5 yards. This is our most

common exercise.

AAdjust – move to fi x the form

BBand Camp – the week long, away from home, trip

for the marching band in the latter part of August to

learn the drill for production for the upcoming season.

The goal is to come home with a fi nished product to

perfect at rehearsals at home during the season.

Band Parents – the most awesome people ever!

Basics – a visual block that is the foundation of our

visual program. This is the time in rehearsal where we

learn how to march, how to clean drill and rehearsal

etiquette.

Battery – otherwise known as the drumline, consisting

of snares, tenors and bass drums

Best Rep Award – Random award given to recognize

exemplary performance.

Brass – the section consisting of trumpets,

mellophones, baritones and tubas

CCan’t – a term that has been eliminated from our

vocabulary

Check – turn your head to check your environment

Clam Bake – a frack, gack or split but done by the

entire section rather than an individual.

Coffee – a necessity for staff members

Counts – the amount of steps to take between one

drill page and the next drill page

Cover Down – meaning to stand behind the person

in front of you so that you cannot see the person in

front of them

Crabbing – a way of marching if you’re in the drumline

DDinkles – the brand of shoes we wear as part of our

uniform

Disgusting – means good in Color Guard. Flawless.

“That’s disgusting.”

Doctor Beat – The man, the myth, the legend. The

man who has not missed a rehearsal since 1815.

Obtained Doctorate at the University of Measuring

Law, graduated with Metron Nomos honors.

Recommended by Ludwig van Beethoven.

Dot Book – a necessity for all marching members

that is carried at every rehearsal. This contains the

member’s drill positions, music, and other important

information.

Double Standby Rule – If standby (or low) is called

twice, the entire ensemble runs. Typically a waste of

time, but if necessary we get stronger.

Section 9:GLOSSARY OF COMMONLY USED TERMS, PHRASES & IDIOMS


Dress Point – the person you guide to

Drill – the pictures we create on the fi eld

EEndzone – where the football players score a

touchdown. Also where we like to warmup.

Echelon – a term rarely used that is also known as a

diagonal; a swear considered by some.

FFirst Position – a ballet position where heels are

together and toes are apart.

Football Game – (1) A necessary part of marching

band; (2) a performance opportunity to improve

Fourth Position – a ballet position similar to fi rst

position except one foot is in front.

Frack – a brass specifi c word to describe when a note

is missed.

GGack – synonym of frack. It also rhymes.

Guide – using your peripheral vision to look left and

right to make sure you are standing in line with your

peers

Gush & Go – when students run off the fi eld, drink a

gush of water, and then run back to their positions on

the fi eld. Usually takes about 30 seconds.

HH-to-O / WATER we doing? – a phrase student

leaders say to remind the staff that the members

need water.

Halt – a command that stops everyone from moving

Hash – the lines in the center of the fi eld that

represents a certain distance from the front and back

of the fi eld; a great pinpoint and reference check.

Helmet – our headgear that is a part of the uniform

The “HI MOM” Spot – a drill move that makes you end

up on the 50

Horns Down – a command where horns are placed in

the set position

Horns Up – a command where horns are placed in the

playing position

IInside – (1) a location we go to when it rains,

(2) a term to describe your location towards the 50

JJazz Run – a combination of marching and running

that allows you to take bigger steps gracefully

K

LLong-ranger – the black box that amplifi es the loud,

annoying, ticking sound that gets stuck in our heads

as we sleep

Low – a synonym of standby

GLOSSARY OF COMMONLY USED TERMS, PHRASES & IDIOMS continued


MMark-time – a method of keeping time with our feet

as we are standing still

Metronome – also known as the Dr. Beat

Mini-Camp – A three day period in August where

we prep you on what to expect and how to rehearse

while at band camp.

Minus 1 – when we freeze in the last step of our move

Monkey Bread – (1) a delicious baked good made with

cinnamon & sugar; (2) a performance note that refers

to the face you would make if you were smelling

monkeybread being baked

N

OOne More Time – a way for us to let you know that we

are going to do something at least twice more

Outside – (1) a location where we always practice, and

(2) a term to describe your location away from the 50

PPanther Regiment – our nickname. Used to refer to

ourselves when we are practicing excellence and

being awesome.

Pit – also referred to as the front ensemble, that

includes mallet instruments such as bells, xylophones,

marimbas, and vibraphones, and auxiliary instruments

such as triangles, cymbals, timpani, etc.

Pit Crew – wonderful parents who help us load our

trailer and bring our equipment on and off the fi eld

Platform – the ball of your foot

Plié – a ballet term that means to bend your knees.

This can be done from any position and heels stay on

the ground.

Plume – the dead chicken on top of our helmet

Plus 1 – when we freeze in the fi rst step of the next

move

Podium – the thing the drum major stands on

RReeds – a necessity for woodwind players

Rehearsal – a predetermined amount of time on

particular dates through the summer and fall that are

all determined before the season begins. It is typically

good for the ensemble if all members attend all the

rehearsals, because we function as a unit as a high

level. Every member starts; No eleven man line here.

Reset – well, you’re going to reset to where you just

began to run it again.

SSecond Position – a ballet term for feet apart to our

sides

Sectionals – a time when members are split up by

section to work on things that are section-specifi c.

Can be called by staff or student leaders.

Set – (1) a command called to stand in attention, and

(2) one drill page

Shoes – Not optional, you have to wear them

Show Day – the day there is a show and an

opportunity to perform in front of an appreciative

audience, get adjudicated, and obtain feedback to

improve our production.



Sideline – (1) the location where we keep our

belongings; (2) a destination for our wind sprints, 3) a

reference check for our drill spots

Slide – a term to describing marching to the side

Split – (1) synonym of frack, gack; (2) refers to a

musical part that may typically has one voice but for a

short time divides into two. (Upper Split, Lower Split,

Middle Split)

Standby – standing on the fi eld directing attention

to where instruction is coming from, without moving

or talking

Sticks – a necessity for drummers

Stilettos – marching on your platforms, as if you’re

wearing stilettos

Supersuits – another term for your uniform

TTake A Lap – Run, around the track.

That Girl – as in, don’t be that girl

The Business – you will know when you are given

the business

The Dumb – a food item at band camp that is what to

avoid for lunch. The dumb is any food item that would

make us groggy for a block. Never ask what the dumb

is, if you eat it, you will know.

Tondue – a ballet term that means a straight leg with

a pointed foot in any direction

Top – meaning the beginning of the show or the song

UUndergarments – appropriate layers must be worn

under your uniform!

VValve Oil – a necessity for brass players

WWarm Up – a focused time where the sections of the

band come together to focus for the rehearsal or

performance. Sometimes tedious, the warm up is a

time to focus on fundamentals of playing to enhance

the quality of our own instrument and the ensemble

sound.

Water Break – a time where we break from rehearsal

to keep ourselves hydrated. Best results come from

water and hydration. Everyone drinks water. It’s good

for you. Water breaks, unless otherwise specifi ed, are

usually under 2 minutes.

Wind Sprint – a tool we use to help build playing and

performance endurance, often times between reps a

short run to the backside line and back to your dot.

The goal is to train ourselves to quickly recover to

breathe full for the next rep.

Woodwinds – the section consisting of piccolos,

fl utes, clarinets, and saxophones

X

YYard Line – the big lines that divide the fi eld into 5

yard sections

Z



I, , understand the commitment it takes to be a member of the

Pequannock Township Marching Band. I will attend all rehearsals, games, and competitions on this schedule unless

noted as confl icts below. I understand missing a rehearsal, game, or competition will not only affect my progress,

but the band’s progress toward a successful season. I will notify my Student Leader, Drum Major, Instructor, and

Band Director if I am to miss a marching band commitment that is not mentioned below. This will be followed

up with a letter written and signed by my parents/guardians stating the reason for my absence. In the event of

sickness, bereavement, or any other emergency, I will notify the Band Director as soon as possible.

By signing below, I acknowledge that:

• I have received and reviewed the handbook.

• I have listed all confl icts and potential confl icts that I am aware of on this form.

• I will notify the Band Director as soon as possible if I have a pre-existing medical condition

(such as asthma) or anything else that would hinder my performance in this activity.

Student Name: Grade:

Home Phone: Section:

Student Cell Phone (for Student Leader use only):

Student Email:

Parent Name: Relationship to Member:

Parent Work Number: Parent Cell Number:

Parent Email:

Student Signature: Date:

Parent Signature: Date:

Member’s Confl icts (including defi nite and potential dates):

Appendix A:COMMITMENT FORM


FOOT POSITIONS

Parallel First – Heels together

and platforms together

Open First [Turned-Out] –

Heels together, toes turned

out to 45 degrees

Second – Feet shoulder width apart, parallel

or turned-out. Stretch straight leg to side,

drop heel for correct position

Fourth – The key to pivots

[to the rears] and jazz runs.

Stretch straight leg to front,

drop heel for correct position

Platforms [balls of feet] – Work point,

fl ex, relevé [weight on platform only]

PLIES

Demi Plie – Half bend at the knees, heels stay on the

fl oor

Grand Plie – Full bend at the knees, thighs parallel to

ground

Shock Absorbers – Learn to use plie as a “shock

absorber” to improve roll step, haults, increase

balance, and to propell forward and backwards

motion when dealing with larger step sizes and

running techniques

TENDU

Front Tendu – Toe travels straight forward, not to

center of body

Side Tendu – Toe travels the direction foot is pointing,

not out to the “side”

3 Keys to the Tendu –

1. Straight leg [tighten quadriceps to keep knee

form bending]

2. Remain in contact with the fl oor [diffi cult in

tennis shoes on grass]. Think lift the heel, but

leave the platform down.

3. Nothing moves except the leg. Let the

abdominals and glutes do the work, not the leg

itself, and don’t let upper body or standing leg

shift.

Appendix B:FOOT POSITIONS & MOVEMENT


FOOT POSITIONS & MOVEMENT

DEVELOPE / PASSE

Front Passe [Parallel] – Slowly slide the foot up the

leg, keeping contact at all times until the leg is bent

like a fl amingo, and the arch of the lifted leg is at the

knee of the standing leg.

Side Passe [Turned-out] - Slowly slide the foot up the

leg, keeping contact at all times until the leg is bent

like a four, and the platform of the lifted leg is just

below the knee but above the calf.

JAZZ RUNS

Platform to Platform – Stay on the balls of the feet at

all times

Move in Demi Plie – Lower center of gravity a few

inches and keep knees slightly bent

Stretch front leg / Push from back leg –

Use platforms to reach and to propel

Incremental Teaching –

• Toe March: forward platform marching

• Increase Step Size: 8 to 5, 6 to 5, 4 to 5, 3 to 5

• Lower Center / Body: will happen

somewhat naturally

• Increase Tempo


Appendix C:DRILL READING 101

Drill: PequannockOpener12 Set: Set #2 Count: 14

0 0

0 0C1C1C1

Bd2Bd2Bd2

G5G5G5

Bd1Bd1Bd1

G4G4G4S2S2S2

S1S1S1

G2G2G2Q1Q1Q1

G1G1G1

Bd3Bd3Bd3

Bd4Bd4Bd4

G3G3G3

Ts3Ts3Ts3 U4U4U4U3U3U3

U2U2U2

U1U1U1

B1B1B1

B3B3B3

B5B5B5

B6B6B6

B4B4B4

B2B2B2

A1A1A1

M1M1M1

M2M2M2

M3M3M3

T6T6T6T5T5T5T4T4T4

T3T3T3

T2T2T2

T1T1T1

C3C3C3

C5C5C5

F1F1F1

C4C4C4

C2C2C2

F2F2F2

F3F3F3

Ts1Ts1Ts1

Ts2Ts2Ts2

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Set #2Counts: 14Measure: 1-4

Q1, S2, G2, G4 Hold 7 Move 7

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Always look in this box for special notes!

SIDE 1 or SIDE A SIDE 2 or SIDE B

FRONT SIDELINE

Ignore these numbers. They won’t always match up.

DOT BOOK EXAMPLE for F3

Set Counts Measure Yard Hash Notes/Form2 14 1-4 3OutsideSide1•40 10Back/FrontSideline Circle

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50”

OUTSIDE a yardline means away from the 50

INSIDE a yardline means toward the 50

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PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL …hs.pequannock.org/ourpages/auto/2014/9/2/49380910/PEQ14...2014/09/02 · • Drum Major will call standby, set and repeat instructions. • The