Symphony Orchestra Rules and Guidelines
ATTENDANCE
Consistent attendance is essential in order to maintain a high quality musical experience for everyone.
Absences are detrimental to the orchestra's progress and counterproductive to each member's personal development.
It is each musician's responsibility to set priorities for his or her participation with regard to other schedules.
Please review the schedule for possible conflicts. Each musician is strongly urged not to miss any rehearsal except
in the most pressing circumstance.
- Rehearsals start promptly at the time indicated on the schedule. Musicians should arrive at the rehearsal
space no later than 15 minutes prior to the start of each rehearsal for tune-up.
- Arriving late by more than 30 minutes constitutes a 1/2 absence.
- Leaving early by more than 30 minutes constitutes a 1/2 absence.
- Attendance at the last rehearsal before a concert is mandatory. You will not be allowed to participate in
the concert without attending this rehearsal.
- UNEXCUSED ABSENCE - ECYS was not notified 24 hours in advance.
- EXCUSED ABSENCE - ECYS was notified 24+ hours in advanced by calling: 619.444.0228.
- Dismissal from the program will result from the following:
1. Third unexcused absence.
2. Fifth absence of any type.
CONCERT ATTIRE
Ladies: Solid black top (three-quarter sleeves or longer, non-sequined) with long (12"+ below the knee) black skirt,
black dress slacks or long black dress,
skin-matching color stockings and black closed-toe shoes. No short-sleeved or sleeveless
tops. No high heels. No flashy
or dangling jewelry.
Gentlemen: Black or white dress shirt and black dress pants. Solid black dress shoes and black socks. Black bow tie. Black solid jacket is
recommended but not required.
MUSICIAN RESPONSIBILITY
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. All musicians are required to do the following:
- Arrive 15 minutes before rehearsal begins, instrument ready, music in place, and ready to begin.
- Bring all music and a pencil to rehearsals.
- Practice orchestra repertoire regularly and come well prepared to rehearsals.
- Make concerts, rehearsals and scheduled sectionals a priority by honoring the attendance policy.
- Each musician will conduct themselves in a cooperative and respectful manner towards others and the rehearsal and concert facilities.
- Participation in private lessons is encouraged.
- Members must abide by all orchestra policies, including attendance and concert dress.
- Refer interested students to ECYS for auditions
- Remember to have your community hours validated by the Executive Director.
- Develop ECYS audiences by selling tickets to the paid concerts.
FAMILY RESPONSIBILITY
- It is required that a parent/guardian for each musician under 18 years of age attend the Mandatory Orientation Meeting.
- Notify ECYS of any changes in E-mail address, mailing address or phone number.
- Check email often for important information, updates and rehearsal reminders.
- Help your young musicians sell tickets to the paid concerts.
- Invite your friends, neighbors and relatives to our free concerts.
- We strongly recommend you insure your musician's instrument. ECYS is not responsible for theft or damage to any instruments at any time.
- Help transport equipment to and from concert site.
- Help set up for rehearsals and concerts when needed.
- Encourage your student to practice at home.
- Pick up your student promptly after rehearsal.