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Welcome to the Bahia “World Wind Festival”
Naperville Central High School Band Program
March 13-23, 2014
Endorsed by
To access CHARMS: www.charmsoffice.com Click Enter/Login Go to Parents/Students/Members Enter School Code: NCHSMUSIC Click on Handouts & Files Click on ‘Brazil’ Folder
1. This entire Presentation2. Itinerary3. http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/tips_1232.
html4. Contracts for Brazil Trip along with payment
timelines5. Travel Agent that will be accompanying us
“A to Z”6. Brazilian Visa Issuance for minors and adults
link7. How to apply for a passport8. Luggage Requirements9. Western Illinois University recap of their
Brazil trip10.Information on how to donate instrument(s)
and 501 C 3 fair market details11.Currency Exchange12.Will continue to add materials, forms, and
information
ON CHARMS, YOU WILL FIND…
WHEN IS IT?
March 2014Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11Band Concert
12Late Arrival
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Depart
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16 17 18 19 20No SchoolParent Conferences
21No SchoolParent Conferences
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Return
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30 31
WHAT’S THE COST?
Student Traveler Cost:$1800.00
1st Installment $600.00May 10, 2013
2nd Installment $600.00August 30, 2013
3rd Installment $600.00December 6, 2013
Can make one lump payment
Total $1800.00
Inclusions:Safety
•Supervision, Translator, Travel Guide•Making a substantial contribution with music•Transportation to and from Airport•Hotel Accommodations•Flight and Travel Accommodations•One Meal Per Day•One meeting before each ‘payment’ due•Access to Excursions•Spectacular Performance Opportunities•Under the umbrella: NCHS, Travel Company,
Western Illinois University, ORS Interactive
Capoeira Angola
WHY BRAZIL??
• Humanitarian opportunities• Musical opportunities • Educational opportunities• U of I Broadcasting school documentary• Path less traveled• Strong desire for American bands in Bahia
WHO AND HOW?
• Doug Adair, Coordinator & WIU Alum• Contacted Dr. Michael Fansler
• Tour expanded to include schools such as:• Naperville Central High School• John Hersey High School (Arlington Heights, IL)• Australian High School • Chinese Charter School• Macomb High School • Geneseo High School• Many Others (30 total ‘Bands’)
SALVADOR, BAHIA (BRAZIL)
Salvador,Bahia, Brazil° SALVADOR
°Capital of the state, Bahia° 3rd largest city in Brazil ° Population near 3 million° 1000 miles north of Rio de Janeiro
° RIO DE JANEIRO°7,000,000 population (2nd)° Captial of the state, Rio de Janerio° Its name is Portuguese for “river of January.”
TRIP ITINERARY
TRIP ITINERARYMarch 13 Travel Day, Depart for Salvador, Bahia,
BrazilMarch 14 Arrive in Bahia, Welcome EventMarch 15 Performance and Workshops in Salvador’s
historic District, Foral da Barra Historic Fort and Lighthouse Concert at Sunset
March 16 Charter Cruise Bay of All Saints, Sightseeing Salvador, Concert Performances in Salvador’s Historic District
March 17 Begin Customized trips (3-4 days in duration) to regions in the interior of Bahia and along the state’s Atlantic Coastline
March 18 Public Schools, Community Centers, Master Classes, Special Classes, NCHS Band Program Performances
TRIP ITINERARYMarch 19 Visit Praia de Forte Sea Turtle
Rescue Center, Ecological Parks, etc., Concert Performances
March 20 Conclude Customized trips and return to Salvador; Classical/Wind Band music with Bahia Symphony, Military Bands, NEOIJIBA Orchestra
March 21 Parade of Visiting Marching Bands “MEGA Concert” in Savador’s World Cup Soccer Stadium
March 22 Sight Seeing, Weekly Jazz Jam Session (JAM NO MAM) ,
Departure from BahiaMarch 23 Return to Chicago and return to
Naperville
March 13, 2014 - Travel DayDepart for Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
GOODBYE CHICAGO!!!
Friday, March 14, 2014
Throughout the Day – Arrival in BahiaVisiting bands arrive at Salvador International Airport and are transported to their Hotels.
•8:00 PM to 11:30 PMWelcome Event – Special performances by noted musicians and groups from Bahia and other regions of Brazil as well as greetings from government, corporate and non-profit sector leaders from Bahia and across the nation
HELLO BRAZIL!!!
Saturday, March 15, 2014
•8:00 AM to 11:30 AMTime to Rest & Relax around the Hotel
•11:30 AM to 12:30 PMLunch
•1:30 PM to 4:30 PMPerformances and Workshops in Salvador’s Historic District held in conjunction with Brazilian Military Bands and other invited Wind Bands from Bahia.
•6:00 PM to 11:00 PMFarol da Barra Historic Fort & Lighthouse Concert at SunsetAll participating bands will be showcased in an outdoor performance venue which features dual stages (non-stop music) on the point of land where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Bay of All Saints. Salvador has a Weekly Jazz Jam Session (JAM NO MAM) at the Museum of Modern Art which attracts more than 1,000 people every week. Musicians from JAM NO MAM are being invited to bring their Weekly Jazz Jam Session to Farol da Barra Historic Fort & Lighthouse along with Military Bands and other Wind Bands from Bahia.
*Note: Snacks and Dinner to be provided for all participants during event.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
•9:00 AM to 4:00 PMOptions include Charter Cruises on the Bay of All Saints, Time on one of Salvador’s many Atlantic Coast Beaches, Sightseeing around Salvador, Special Percussion / Drumming Sessions, or Special Workshops and Master Classes at the Federal University of Bahia’s School of Music with Lunch provided•6:00 PM to 9:30 PMConcert Performances by Visiting Bands at Parque de Cidade or in Salvador’s Historic District.
*Note: Snacks and Dinner to be provided for all participants during event.
Monday, March 17, 2014•9:00 AM to 1:00 PMVisiting wind ensembles, jazz bands and marching bands begin special, customized trips (3 to 4 days in duration) to regions in the interior of Bahia and along the state’s Atlantic Ocean Coastline.•1:00 PM to 3:00 PMLunch•3:00 PM to 5:30 PMTime to Rest & Relax•7:00 PM to 9:30 PMConcert Performances by Visiting Bands and Local Bands with Snacks and Dinner provided by Local Host Communities.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
•9:00 AM to 12:00 PMVisiting Wind Ensembles, Jazz Bands and Marching Bands make special performances in public schools, community centers and other locations to be determined.
•12:00 PM to 1:30 PMLunch
•2:00 PM to 5:00 PMWorkshops, Master Classes and Special Performances conducted in Local Host Communities.
•7:00 PM to 9:30 PMConcert Performances by Visiting Bands and Local Bands with Snacks and Dinner provided by Local Host Communities.
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
•9:00 AM to 5:00 PMThe day will be devoted to special activities such as a visits to the Praia de Forte Sea Turtle Rescue Center, Ecological Parks, Sand Dunes, Waterfalls, Beaches, etc.
•7:00 PM to 9:30 PMConcert Performances by Visiting Bands and Local Bands with Snacks and Dinner provided by Local Host Communities.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
•9:00 AM to 1:00 PMVisiting wind ensembles, jazz bands and marching bands conclude their special, customized trips and return to Salvador•1:00 PM to 2:30 PMLunch•2:30 PM to 6:00 PMTime to Rest & Relax•7:30 PM to 10:30 PMSpecial Concert Performances by Visiting Bands in Salvador at Teatro Castro Alves (Salvador’s Premier Concert Hall) or the Auditorium at the Salvador Convention Center (which has a larger audience capacity). The focus on Thursday will be on classical/wind band music with special participation by members of Bahia’s Symphony, NEOJIBA Orchestra, Military Bands and others.
Friday, March 21, 2014
•9:00 AM to 3:00 PMOptions include Charter Cruises on the Bay of All Saints, Time on one of Salvador’s many Atlantic Coast Beaches, Sightseeing around Salvador, Special Percussion / Drumming Sessions, or Special Workshops and Master Classes at the Federal University of Bahia’s School of Music with Lunch provided.•5:00 PM to 6:30 PMDinner•7:30 PM to 11:30 PMParade of Visiting Marching Bands & “Mega Concert” of Visiting Wind Ensembles, Jazz Bands, Marching Bands along with Invited Bands from Brazil at Salvador’s World Cup Soccer Stadium.
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Throughout the Day – Departure from BahiaSome visiting bands return home depending on which day they need to arrive in the US.•9:00 AM to 3:00 PMOptions include Charter Cruises on the Bay of All Saints, Time on one of Salvador’s many Atlantic Coast Beaches, Sightseeing around Salvador, Special Percussion / Drumming Sessions, or Special Workshops and Master Classes at the Federal University of Bahia’s School of Music with Lunch provided.•6:00 PM to 10:00 PMSalvador’s Weekly Jazz Jam Session (JAM NO MAM) at the Museum of Modern Art with special performances by visiting Jazz Bands and noted Musicians.
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Throughout the Day – Departure from BahiaRemaining visiting bands return home.
WHO ARE WE WORKING WITH?
WHO ARE WE ASSISTING?
WHAT DO WE NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE TRIP?
What do I need to provide?•Acquire Passport•Acquire Brazilian Visitors Visa• U.S. citizens require a Brazilian visa regardless
of purpose of visit. Apply for a Brazil Visa.•Immunization Records•Plan on two meals per day, one is guaranteed• Instrument(s) (various ensembles)•Souvenir Money if desired•Arrange for Currency Exchange BEFORE departure•Luggage, please do NOT over pack: look for more information to come on weights•Black pants, black socks, black shoes
Visa
Souvies
Sample Brazilian Visa Issuance For Minors
The link can be found on Charms
SAFETY AND IMMUNIZATIONS
Talk to your child about safety and travel Trust the staff to make every decision what is best in
the SAFETY of your child and that of the group. Good physical health to travel If you have been out of the country in last 6 months will
need, and document, yellow fever shot Schools will be separated in hotels by floors or in
different hotels. Groups will be with a chaperone at all times, especially
in ‘free time.’ Training will occur with students on all aspects of the
trip. What to expect, how to handle the unexpected, and how to travel in groups (etiquette, personal and group safety, traveling out of country.
What can I provide?•Chaperone (parent)•Instrument donation•Business Contacts for financial support of the trip•Business Contacts for financial support of instruments to be given to Brazilian Communities•Join a Fundraising Committee specifically for raising substantial funds for this trip•Promote this concept in the media, locally, regionally, and if possible nationally•Find others to take interest in this project to assist with financial and instrument donation•Assist with days leading to luggage, passport checks, getting kids on busses, etc.•Moral and Financial Support for your child to take this incredible trip
SMART TRAVELER APP
Smart Traveler is available: In the iTunes store and the Android Market The app was first launched in June 2011. It is the official
State Department app for U.S. travelers. The app invites you to see the world with easy access to frequently updated official country information, travel alerts, travel warnings, maps, U.S. embassy locations, and more.
Information comes from content that is also posted to www.state.gov and travel.state.gov. Please visit those websites for even more information on international travel, foreign policy, and the work of the U.S. Department of State.
CHAPERONES Will have 1:10 student to chaperone ratio If you would like to travel with the group but not as chaperone
separate price• We are going to set up a blog and student ‘bloggers’• If you are a doctor or nurse I would like for you to be a
chaperone• We will have immediate care to health care at all times, but
having one of our own is comforting• For example when I took my last trip to Europe as the Jazz
Artistic Director to Europe I had one of the top heart surgeon and his wife was an ER Physician. It brought ALL of us MORE peace of mind.
• If you speak fluent Portuguese you will receive special extra consideration as a chaperone.
• We will have local translator and ‘boots on the ground’ with us 24/7 however, having one of our own again brings peace of mind
LUGGAGE Luggage dimensions
Under 62 Linear inches (Height x Width x Length)
Less than 70LBS
•Social media & Website about our tour in the coming months
•Adult travel plans, if you do NOT want to be a chaperone but would like to travel to Brazil
•Meeting Before EACH Payment Plan to bring up to date minutes
•Information On Charms, under forms “Brazil”
•Website for THIS specific trip designed by Doug Adair's Company
About 50 cents = 1.00 Brazilian Real $20.00 (USD) = 39.72 (BRL)
Brazilian Bills: Real (BRL); Realis (pl.)
Brazilian Coins: Centavos
BRAZILIAN CURRENCY & EXCHANGE RATES
Looking for Two Chair Persons and Full Committee
Chair Person (and committee) Fundraise for the cost of trip
• Local, Regional, National, International Funding• All Funds go directly toward the overall cost of the trip
•Chair Person (and committee) Instrument Gathering
and Donation•Work with Local, Regional, National,
and International Businesses for instruments
•Work with BBA (501 C 3) to acquire Tax Exemption• Acquire Reeds, Mouthpieces, Valve Oil, etc.
•If you would like to sign up for Chair or Committee please leave form at top of
foyer with ?
•Questions? Email [email protected]•Questions? Please stay afterwards and ask us!
•Set up an appointment or call us in the band
office at 630 420 6462
•Make sure to go to Charms to get tonight's presentation and MANY more important documents.
Thank you!
And
Good Night!
