Mr.

Oren Logan
Fort Collins High School
3400 Lambkin Way, Fort Collins, CO 80525
ologan@rams.colostate.edu

Dear Students, Parents, and Community Members,

Welcome to Fort Collins High School, home of the Lambkins! My name is Mr. Oren
Logan and I am excited to welcome you to the music program here. This is my first semester as a
teacher here and I look forward to creating a rich environment with you, where everyone can
learn to teach, teach to learn, expand external cultural experiences, and explore inner inspirations
and conception of self through the vast world of language that is music.
I first discovered my passion for music, teaching, and learning growing up in Western Colorado,
and I further pursued this passion as a music education student at Colorado State University in
Fort Collins, Colorado. Here I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to be a part of
programs such as the Middle School Outreach Ensembles (MSOE), and student teach with
master teachers from across the Front Range.
In my first semester at Fort Collins High School, I look forward to getting to know each and
every one of you. I look forward to sharing my ideas, knowledge, and passion, but I also cant
wait to discover and incorporate the vast culture of inspiration and experiences that you will
share with me.
This year, classes will start on Thursday August 18th, and our Marching Band Camp will start on
Monday August 8th in the McNeal Auditorium. In the meantime, I would like to invite you to a
band booster luncheon next Saturday, August 6th at 1pm in the Fort Collins High School Band
Room. If you are unable to attend, I can also be reached at ologan@rams.colostate.edu for any
questions or concerns you might have! I hope you enjoy the rest of summer vacation!

Sincerely,

Mr. Oren Logan

 2016-2017
Fort Collins High School
Band Handbook
 Resources:

Oren Logan Email: ologan@rams.colostate.edu

Director of Bands Phone: (970) 275-2030
CSU Graduate

Band Website: WWW.FCHSBANDS.WEEBLY.COM

Building Location: 3400 Lambkin Way, Fort Collins, CO 80525

School Front Office: (970) 488-8021

 Band Events Calendar 2016-2017

This list is subject to change. Notice of event changes will be given as soon as possible. The following is a list of
all known performances for each ensemble *chamber groups such as the Jazz Combo, Dixieland Band, and
Woodwind/Brass ensembles will have a number of TBD performances throughout the year* (examples taken
from 2016 FCHS band handbook)

Symphonic Band
October 3rd-7th CSU Honor Band Auditions, Time TBA
October 3rd Band Performance & Sit-In at Lesher MS, 11:45am 2:15pm
October 4th Band Concert with Boltz 8th Grade, 7:00 PM
November 7th 16th NoCo Honor Band Auditions, Time TBA
November 15th Band & Orchestra Concert, Symphonic Band & Symphony Orchestra, 7:00 PM
November 18th Rocky Mountain Concert Band Festival (at RMHS), Time TBA
November 28th All State Band Auditions (required of juniors/seniors for lettering)
February 6th Pre-CBA Concert, Symphonic Band, 7:00 PM
March 1st CBA Regional Festival, Symphonic Band, TBA (at FRHS)
April 17th-18th CBA State Festival (at CSU, contingent upon the results of the Regional Festivals)
May 8th Graduation Music Rehearsal, 7:00-8:00 AM
May 16th Honors Concert, 7:00 PM
May 19th Graduation Practice, Moby Gym, TBA
May 19st Graduation, Moby Gym, 3:00 PM

Concert Band
October 3rd-7th CSU Honor Band Auditions, Time TBA
October 4th Band Concert with Preston & Boltz, 7:00 PM
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November 7 16 NoCo Honor Band Auditions, Time TBA
November 17th Band/Orchestra Concert, Concert/Int. Bands, Concert/Sinfonietta Orchestra, 7:00 PM
February 27th-March 3rd 2016-2017 Band Auditions for next year, during class
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March 28 Pre-Contest Concert, all contest groups, 7:00 PM
April 4th Poudre Band Festival, all day
May 8th Graduation Music Rehearsal, 7:00-8:00 AM
May 15th End of the Year Concert, 7:00 PM
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May 19 Graduation Practice, Moby Gym, TBA
May 19st Graduation, Moby Gym, 3:00 PM

Intermediate Band
October 4th Band Concert with Preston & Boltz, 7:00 PM
November 7th 16th NoCo Honor Band Auditions, Time TBA
November 17th Band/Orchestra Concert, Concert/Int. Bands, Concert/Sinfonietta Orchestra, 7:00 PM
February 27th-March 3rd 2016-2017 Band Auditions for next year, during class
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March 28 Pre-Contest Concert, all contest groups, 7:00 PM
April 4th Poudre Band Festival, all day
May 15th End of the Year Concert, 7:00 PM

Jazz Band / Combo / Dixieland

October 20th Jazz Concert, 7:00 PM
November 12th Purple & Gold Dinner, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
December 19th Holiday Gift Concert, 7:00 PM (No Combo/Dixieland)
February 21st Required Dress Rehearsal at CSU, 7-8pm
February 22nd Combined Jazz Concert with CSU, 7-9pm
February 28th Jazz Band Performance at Kinard MS, 7-8:30pm
April 24th Academic Awards Night, A Cappella & Jazz Band, 6:00 PM (No Combo/Dixieland)
May 8th Jazz Concert, 7 PM

Chamber Groups
October 13th Q1 Home Concert (performance at a members home or Nursing Home)
December 19th Holiday Gift Concert, 7:00 PM
February 7th Chamber Festival #1, 3:00-5:30 PM (performance/clinic for adjudicators)
March 8th Chamber Festival #2, 5:30-8:30 PM (performance/clinic for adjudicators)
May 7th Q4 performances will be assigned (prelude music at other concerts)
 Student Expectations:

Attendance: Attendance is a mandatory part of band rehearsal. In order to have an absence or

tardy excused, Mr. Logan must be given a two-week notice via email prior to the absence or
tardy. Absences from concerts or other performances must be given one-month prior to the
performance. Any work or rehearsal missed because of an excused absence or tardy can be made
up through recording or research assignment. Any time missed due to unexcused absences
cannot be made up. Emergencies are a very real part of life. If you find yourself in a family or
otherwise emergency, please contact Mr. Logan as soon as possible, and everything can be made
up.
Peformances: Students are expected to prepare for and perform in all formal and informal
playing opportunities such as concerts, classroom presentations, group discussions, etc. A
student that doesnt practice their instrument, prepare classwork, or show up for band concerts,
not only hurts their opportunities to learn, it also hurts everyone elses. Music requires
teamwork, and students not working as part of a team will take opportunities away from others.
Materials: Come to class prepared with the following materials
All required music (any piece of music lost must be payed for by the student)
Instrument
3+ Reeds, mouthpieces, and other accessories (such as mutes for brass)
Pencil
Music notebook
Your creativity and inspiration to learn and to teach!
Consumables: The following are not allowed in the band room, auditorium, or practice rooms.
Any liquid besides water (must be a sealed container)
No food (no gum either)
Before and After Class: You will be expected to assemble your instrument and get set up for
class in the passing period before rehearsal/lessons. Downbeat starts as soon as the bell rings.
You will be given the last 2-3 minutes of class to put your instrument away and help set up for
the next class period.
Equipment: The instrumental, sound, and other equipment in the band room, auditorium,
practice rooms, etc. can be extremely expensive. Please respect the equipment.
Do not place anything on top of the pianos or other instruments.
Put away all instruments after you are done using them.
Rack stands and chairs after each lesson (or set up for the next class)
Turn off all electronic equipment (turn down volume on all sound equipment before
hitting the power button)
 Clean instruments at least once a week (swab personal instruments, clean mouthpieces,
etc.)
Remove all trash from the floor after each class.
It is the students accountability to pay for any repairs or replacements due to breaking or
damaging any equipment due to their own actions.
Percussion instruments are covered and placed back in their spot at the back of the room.
Practice: Students are expected to practice 30 minutes a day 4 days a week on each instrument
they play for each ensemble. Mr. Logan will be available before, after, and during school to
allow access to the practice rooms.
Classroom Environment: Students are expected to be respectful of each other and others ideas.
Any detrimental or harmful behavior in the classroom will result in a redirect, a warning, an after
class conversation, and then a call to parents.

Teacher Expectations:

The Teacher is Expected To:

1. Create a respectful, creative, fun, and productive environment for student learning.
2. Encourage individual and group progress through feedback, assessment, and peer
teaching.
3. Provide band members with a full list of expectations, rehearsal/performance schedules,
and other resources.
4. Continually ask for and receive feedback, and seek new ways of reaching out to students.
5. Be able to perform proficiently on every instrument.
6. Continue to be a life-long learner, and pursue/incorporate new ideas from conferences,
peers, and students.
7. Offer students any help they may need during office hours before and after school.
8. Provide technology resources to complete assignments or listening objectives.
9. Demonstrate professional teaching etiquette and musicianship.

Fees:

Band Fee: $50 in a check made out to Fort Collins High School, or $50 raised during
fundraising opportunities.
Instrument Rentals: Some instrument rentals will be available for students that need them. The
fee for this rental is $25 a semester (scholarships are available for any student in need)
Music/Instrument repairs/replacements: The cost of the instrument or piece of music to
replace it OR the repair costs provided by Boomer Music.
Grading Policy:

Attendance: After the first unexcused absence, each unexcused absence will result in the loss of
1 letter grade. 4 unexcused absences will result in removal from the ensemble (you are not being
a team player).
Grade Breakdown:
25% Music Performance (Expression of Music)
25% Written Assignments (Theory of Music)
25% Improvisation and Composition presentations/projects (Creation of Music)
10% Cultural/Historical research/story development (Aesthetic Valuation of Music)
2% practice questionnaires on google forms (Aesthetic Valuation of Music)
5% Peer feedback assessment and discussions (Aesthetic Valuation of Music)
13% Peer teaching (Aesthetic Valuation of Music)

Letter grades will be determined by success in following the Colorado Music Standards Below:
---A culminated grade will be give:
90-100% = A
80-89.9% = B
70-79.9% = C
60-69.9% = D
0-59.9% = F/Unsatisfactory
A separate grade will give for each standard (Creation, Expression, Theory, Aesthetic Valuation
of Music) with standard specific feedback.