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June, 2011

To Returning and New Band Students:

As the spring semester closes and we focus our attention on summer activities, let us be reminded that something verspecial is patiently waiting to wake from a long and cold, wintery slumber. The campus of Western Illinois Universianticipates this awakening much like a small child anticipates the incredible gift inside when tearing away wrappingpaper. I have already seen Dr. Thomas running the streets of Macomb at 5:00am training and building the energyneeded to awaken this entity. Students... both rookies and veterans... prepare yourselves to bring the MarchingLeathernecks back to life on August 16, 2011! We can't wait! We have a wonderful schedule planned and Dr. ThomasI are excited for this fall.

WIU offers many exciting musical outlets for our students. In addition to being a part of the exciting MarchingLeathernecks, membership in any of the WIU bands is open to students regardless of major. In all groups, non-majmake up a sizeable portion of the personnel. Potential new members are urged to investigate the possibilities andchoose to perform in one or more of our fine ensembles. The table of contents below lists the bands of WIU andorchestra winds, and for each there is an explanation of the procedures, schedules, and other pertinent information the enclosed brochure. We look forward to seeing you soon and having you continue your musical participation witus.

If you have been awarded College Work/Study financial assistance for the coming school year and have not found aposition, please stop by the Bands Office to fill out an application. Also bring with you the confirmation from the

Financial Aid Office indicating the amount you will be allowed to make. We may have one or two positions to fill operhaps there might be other opportunities in the School of Music. We will also attempt to assist students findpositions elsewhere on campus. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to4:30 p.m.

Your participation is monumental in continuing the Tradition of Excellence, established in the WIU Bands 109 yearsago. I expect nothing less than providing the opportunity for you and our fans to experience the MLs at its best:powerful music, creative marching, and memories to last a lifetime!

Go 'necks!

Sincerely,

Dr. Mike FanslerDirector of Bands

University Bands OfficeSallee Hall 202/204

School of MusicWestern Illinois University

1 University CircleMacomb, IL 61455

Phone 309-298-1505 • Fax 309-298-1499

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BANDS AT WESTERN - Fall Semester 2011

Marching Leathernecks

May, 2011

Greetings to both current and future Marching Leathernecks!

With the end of the 2010-2011 school year comes the excitement and anticipation of the new marching season atthe end of summer. I am very excited and pleased with this coming year’s schedule and music/show selections.

We will be taking a trip to St. Louis as guest performers at the Bands of America Super-Regional and have manyfun things in the planning process for the trip. We will also be taking a couple of short one-day trips to RockIsland, IL, and Pontiac, IL, for special performances.

The music for show #1 is being arranged as I write this and should be arriving soon. All of the shows this year look to be very exciting. Our football team is the best it has been in years, and the home football schedule issuch that we are able to have scheduled weekends off each month. All of that with the additional possibilities of new turf on Hanson Field, new uniforms for the Marching Leathernecks, and many others things to make for oneexciting 2011 season.

Please take a look at the performance schedule and other important information in this brochure. Be sure toreturn the Response Form (2 pages) without delay. Music will be available for download via the “WesternOnline”

system (westernonline.wiu.edu), and you should be looking for that over the summer. However, in order toaccess and print your parts, you must be registered for Marching Band (MUS 116). If you have not registeredyet, please do so immediately. Also, if you are in a section with multiple parts (ex. trumpets), please choose thepart that you feel most comfortable with, and we will make any adjustments necessary once everyone arrives atband camp.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you might have. Best wishes, and I look forward to seeing youin August!

Dr. Matt ThomasDirector, Marching LeathernecksWIU Associate Director of BandsMJ-Thomas@wiu.edu

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THE FOLLOWING IS IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY!

The Marching Leathernecks (MUS 116) meet from 4:15-6:15 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, during the footballseason. The band performs at all home games, the WIU Homecoming Parade, out-of-town parades, and sometimes at an awaygames or other special events (BOA and band competitions). Membership for woodwinds, brass, and percussion is open toall WIU students and does not include an audition. Students interested in percussion will audition for placement on certain instruments. Westernaires (colorguard) tryouts will be determined by the number coming to camp and wishing to become a member of the squad. Westernettes (danceline/poms)auditions have already taken place. Please contact the University Bands Office if you have any questions.

Band Camp is required of all Marching Leathernecks, including colorguard and danceline. Duringthis time, we establish our musical and marching fundamentals, rehearsal routines, and performanceexpectations that will guarantee the "Tradition of Excellence" that has been established!

Please fill out and return the enclosed Response Form IMMEDIATELY (due date is August 5th -no later). It is VERY IMPORTANT that you return the form since we absolutely cannot assume that anyonewill be in the band (EVEN RETURNING MEMBERS). We need this information in order to accurately begin preparing the musicand drill for our first show. IF THE FORM IS NOT RETURNED BY AUGUST 5th, YOU MAY BE PLACED ON ALTERNATESTATUS FOR SHOW-ONE!! We also need this information to plan for meals during band camp as well as--for those of you stayingin the dorms--making arrangements for you to be able to move into your dorm rooms early. Should your name not appear on our move-in list for the residence hall, then University Housing/Dining Services will charge you an additional $35 to allow you to movein on the 16th of August.

We have included a "tentative" Camp Schedule. Everyone is expected to attend band camp; please contact the bands officewith any problems. At the first meeting of band camp, a Marching Leathernecks Handbook will be provided - please review thecamp schedule in case some changes have been made. Also, there will be a lot of valuable information in the Handbook - pleaseread through it! If you're a returning member, you still need to read through your Handbook - some new information may havebeen provided.

Included is a "tentative" Performance Schedule. Please avoid any potential conflictswith our performance dates. You mustcontact the Bands Office immediately of any conflicts to determine if you will or will not be excused.

Please note on the Response Form the meals we will provide during camp; otherwise, you are on your own. Students mayuse their meal cards beginning with breakfast on Thurs., Aug. 18 - a schedule of locations will be provided in the Handbook.The Union Food Court will be open during camp week.

Band members can move into their permanent dorm rooms from 10:00 AM to Noon on Tuesday, August 16. Remember - this is the time set aside for move-in by Marching Band members. DO NOT BE LATE!!!You will stay in your rooms that night.We will inform the Housing Office of the band members planning to move in on Tues. - you do not need to contact them.

DO NOT FORGET to register for Marching Band - MUS 116. If you failed to include MUS 116 on your schedule whenyou registered, you must do so during the "add period" which is held during the first three or four days of fall classes. NOTE: Allband members must be registered for insurance purposes when traveling to events and in order to access and download musicfrom the WesternOnline System.

We will require that all woodwind, brass, and percussion players wear BLACK MARCHING SHOES (no colored trim andmade for marching). We will be using and ordering the MTX Marching Shoe. If you need to order shoes, please indicate your correct size on the enclosed Response Form. Shoes are not stocked and will not be available for purchase unless you indicatethis on the enclosed form. We will order the shoes, and you should plan on bringing $40.00 to purchase these upon arrival.Returning members may also order shoes by indicating their intent on the enclosed form ( DO NOT mark the size if you do notneed new shoes). Flags/colorguard will be ordering or purchasing shoes after the squad has been selected (cost unavailableat this time).

Wind players will need a pair of white gloves. These can be ordered/purchased through the Bands Office at a cost of $3.00.(See Response Form to order gloves.)

Go Necks!

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All wind and percussion members are required to have a marching band t-shirt (cost: $12.00 for sizes S through X-Lg;$14.00 for XX-Lg, $15.00 for XXX-Lg, and $16.00 for XXXX-Lg) to be worn under the uniform jacket. Please be sure to indicateyour size on the Response Form. The t-shirt design is the same as last year, so returning members may wear their shirts fromlast year if in good condition; otherwise, you will need to buy a replacement. All members will also be required to have a pair of khaki shorts to be worn at special performances.

All band members will be issued uniforms and an instrument (if needed). Each student participating in a musical

organization is automatically charged a nonrefundable fee for the semester and no additional charges are required for the useof School of Music equipment. Refer to following camp schedule for uniform check out days and times.

For percussionists, auditions and rehearsals begin on Sunday, August 14. You will be receiving information and a handbookfrom Mr. Nichols soon. Practice prior to your arrival at camp. Music WILL NOT be provided in advance, since our auditions willdetermine who plays what instrument. There will be a lot of music to learn and we expect to have a first-class line. If you haveany questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Nichols at 309/298-1235 or e-mail KA-Nichols1@wiu.edu.

Westernaires (colorguard) auditions/rehearsals and Westernettes (danceline) rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, August16. The colorguard and the danceline will be rehearsing both as individual groups and with the band, so please report to campin top physical condition. We are once again looking forward to having an excellent colorguard and danceline.

Woodwinds and brass - rehearsals and performances will be long and vigorous, so please get your embouchure in shapeprior to arriving for camp. You will need a lyre for rehearsals and playing in the stands. Please note - Starting this year, woodwindsand brass will be required to purchase a flip folder at a cost of $6.00. If you already have one in good condition, you will not berequired to purchase a new one. To purchase a lyre and/or a flip folder, please mark the appropriate spaces on the enclosedResponse Form or stop by the Bands Office, Sallee 202, upon arrival at camp.

Students - please report to camp in good physical condition. Rehearsals will be lengthy and could take place in hot weather.Wear comfortable, appropriate clothing during camp rehearsals. Shoes, NOT SANDALS, are required - preferably tennis shoes.The heat and humidity in Macomb can be severe in mid to late August. We recommend the following items be brought torehearsals: (a) bottles or jugs of water. (b) hat and/or sunglasses, and (c) sunscreen!!! Do not skip any meals during camp -be sure to drink plenty of water. If you suffer from asthma, bring your inhaler to all rehearsals/performances. If you are allergicto bee stings, have your medication available.

The drum majors for Fall 2011 are Anthony Bartucci, Brett Hartigin, and Angelo Makropoulos, and they are looking forwardto a successful Fall 2011 marching season. Please give them and your section leader(s) every cooperation throughout rehearsalsand performances.

Look over the enclosed Marching Band Response Form and review the information carefully before mailing. If after mailing the form you have any questions, need to change any information, or order any items, contact us immediately - call 309/298-1505, fax 309/298-1499, or e-mail Bands@wiu.edu.

Audition times for Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Orchestra, and Jazz Bands will be posted on the bulletin boards in theBrowne Hall lobby and by University Bands Office, Room 202/204, Sallee Hall. Auditions will take place during the first two daysof classes. When you have some free time during band camp, please check the board for details and be sure to sign up for aspecific time. SEE END OF THIS BROCHURE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THESE ENSEMBLES.

For purchasing your books, the University Bookstore hours will be: Mon.-Fri., Aug. 15-19, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., Aug. 20-21, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

We are looking forward to a busy and rewarding fall semester and hope you choose to be part of this outstanding organization.Please reply as soon as possible. If you have any questions, you may contact Dr. Matt Thomas, Associate Director of Bands/Director of the Marching Leathernecks, at 309/298-1505; Dr. Mike Fansler, Director of Bands, at 309/298/1505; Mary Hughes,Bands Office Manager at 309/298-1505; or Mr. Kevin Nichols, Percussion Coordinator, at 309/298-1235. The Bands Office islocated in Sallee Hall, Room 202, and is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-Noon and 1:00-4:30 PM. Our fax number is 309/298-1499. E-mail addresses are at end of this brochure.

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