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2019/2020 - PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK
Renaissance Institute of Music, Inc. A California 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation
2019/2020
PARENT/STUDENT
HANDBOOK
We are supported, in part, by the
California Arts Council, a state agency.
Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov
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Table of Contents
Mission Statement ..................................................................... 3
Introduction ............................................................................... 3
What is the cost of this program for families? ...................... 3
Family Expectations & Responsibilities ..................................... 4
Students shall: ....................................................................... 4
Families shall: ....................................................................... 4
Requirements: ........................................................................ 5
RIOM Absence/Tardy Policies ............................................... 5
RIOM 2019/2020 Orchestra Ensembles .............................. 6
Saturday Rehearsal Schedule ........................................... 6
Definitions of Ability Levels: ................................................. 6
Concert Attire ........................................................................ 6
Gentlemen’s concert attire: .............................................. 6
Ladies’ concert attire: ....................................................... 6
Code Of Conduct ......................................................................... 7
Things To Remember .................................................................. 7
All musicians are required to do the following: ................ 7
General Information .................................................................. 8
RIOM Mailing Address ..................................................... 8
RIOM Website .................................................................. 8
Contact Information ......................................................... 8
Artistic and Instructional Staff ......................................... 8
Teaching Artist Certification Course Participants: .......... 8
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF .............................................. 8
BOARD OF DIRECTORS ................................................. 8
Agreement .................................................................................. 8
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Mission Statement
Our MissionOur MissionOur MissionOur Mission is to promote the growth and development of the
community through the study, practice and performance of
music. We believe that by investing in the development of children
through music they become ambassadors of peace, hope and
understanding among people of diverse cultures, backgrounds and
beliefs.
Introduction
Renaissance Institute of Music is an El Sistema-inspired orchestra
program, and especially seeks to meet the needs of the underserved
families and youth of our community by empowering the cooperative
pursuit of excellence through musical learning and performance.
It is by providing inspirational musical learning and leadership
experiences, tuition-free, that we develop the capacity of our
community to contribute to our young people’s growth, joy and well-
being.
What is the cost of this program for families?
We provide free music instruction, sheet music, materials, and the
loan of instruments for your student. For the 2019-2020 year, there
is only a $30.00 Registration Fee per student.
However, the true cost of this program for our families is in giving of
their time, effort, and responsibility:
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Family Expectations & Responsibilities
Students shall:
• Attend (on time) all classes and rehearsals as scheduled, except for
serious illness or family emergency
• Arrive (on time) and perform at every scheduled performance
• Practice individually on their instrument a minimum of 30
minutes daily, 6 days per week
• Practice all the assigned music for their class and their orchestra
• Rehearse with their assigned orchestra level every Saturday
• Focus, pay close attention, and follow all instructions during
classes and rehearsals
• Practice and rehearse to a mastery level, in order to be able to
coach others and to assist the conductor at rehearsals
• Practice patience and kindness towards themselves and others,
and perseverance toward their musical and leadership goals
• Continue to progress in musical ability, and make their best effort
to contribute to the success of all
Families shall:
• Make sure their student(s) arrive at every class and rehearsal 15
minutes before the start time.
• Provide encouragement and appreciation to the students for their
efforts.
• Make time available and help the student schedule their time for
music classes, rehearsals, individual practice and performances.
• Refrain from scheduling any appointments or events that conflict
with their student’s required attendance.
• Help the student with, and sign, their written records of all
practice and participation.
• Give advance notice of any absence by email only (no texts, no
phone calls) to [email protected]. Emails on the day of the
absence will not be accepted as an Excused Absence.
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• Make a quiet space available for 1 hour of daily individual practice.
• Help the student protect and care for their instrument and
equipment according to the teacher’s instructions.
• Attend all performances.
• Invite at least 4 friends or family members to attend performances
in order to provide an encouraging audience for our students.
• Stay for the whole performance of every ensemble performing at
the event.
• Inform the teacher of any special concerns or problems, especially
if it might affect attendance or progress.
• Ask any questions that come up regarding the student’s or adult’s
responsibilities.
• Return the loaned instrument and materials to Renaissance
Institute of Music if the family does not fulfill these
responsibilities.
Requirements:
1. Students in New, Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced
Intermediate groups shall attend at least one class at their
level in the after-school hours, unless they are receiving
additional instruction during the week in another program or
from a private teacher. Advanced Students are those who have
completed all of the levels in the Belwin String Builder Book One
(or equivalent) for their primary instrument, and they are not
required to take weekday classes. The purpose of after-school
classes is to empower students to progress on their
instrument.
2. Students are expected to make progress in their playing
ability, sound production and learning of repertoire. New,
Beginner, and Intermediate students are expected to advance to
the next level after two semesters. Those who will not pass the
audition for such transition may be dismissed from the program.
The third semester in the same level class can be arranged in
exceptional cases, but no student will be allowed to stay in the
same level class for the fourth time. Audition requirements are
listed for the currently available ensembles:
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RIOM 2019/2020 Orchestra Ensembles
Saturday Rehearsal Schedule
Time Ensemble Description Audition
Required ?
1:00 -
1:55
ALLEGRO
STRINGS
• String ensemble (violin, viola & cello) for New and Beginning Students
• Repertoire: O’Connor Orchestra Method and String Builder
NO
2:00
- 3:25
VIVACE
STRINGS
• String ensemble for Intermediate and Advanced Intermediate String Students (Violin, viola, cello, and contrabass)
• Repertoire: Grade 1 to 3 String Orchestra Repertoire
YES PASS LEVEL 4 OF STRING BUILDER D MAJOR SCALE G MAJOR SCALE C MAJOR SCALE
3:30 -
5:45
RENAISSANCE
CHAMBER/
SYMPHONY
ORCHESTRA
ADVANCED STRING ORCHESTRA (with occasional added wind and percussion players)
• Challenging works from the standard chamber orchestra repertoire as originally composed (no ‘student’ arrangements)
• Accompaniment of soloists. Children’s Concerts.
• Contemporary music commissioned for the orchestra.
YES ORCHESTRAL EXCERPTS SCALE SYLLABUS PERMISSION OF MUSIC DIRECTOR
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RIOM Absence/Tardy Policies
* Any student reaching the maximum may be asked to turn in their
instrument and materials and may be dismissed from the program.
** Student is tardy if they did not arrive 10 minutes before the class
or rehearsal begins.
*** Student is marked absent if they arrive more than 10 minutes
after the class or rehearsal begins. Students arriving later than 10
minutes may not be seated and must wait until they receive
permission from the conductor, because late seating interrupts the
rehearsal, and is disrespectful to those who have arrived on time and
are ready to rehearse.
EXCUSED - CLASS OR REHEARSAL:
RIOM WAS NOTIFIED BY EMAIL 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE
UNEXCUSED - CLASS OR REHEARSAL:
RIOM WAS NOT NOTIFIED BY EMAIL 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE
EXCUSED - DRESS REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCE:
RIOM WAS NOTIFIED 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE
EXCUSED - DRESS REHEARSAL OR PERFORMANCE:
RIOM WAS NOTIFIED 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE
EVENT Maximum*
UNEXCUSED
Maximum*
EXCUSED
Tardy * Class or Rehearsal 5 7
Absence* Class or Rehearsal 3 5
Absence
or Tardy
Dress Rehearsal or
Performance
0 1
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Definitions of Ability Levels:
New Student: Student has never played before, and has not passed
any of String Builder Duet Tests
Beginning: Student has had 1 to 2 semesters of instruction, or has
passed up to Level 3 of String Builder Duet Tests
Intermediate : Student has passed Level 4 or higher of String
Builder Duet Tests
Advanced Intermediate: Student has passed Level 9 or higher of
String Builder Duet Tests
Advanced: Student has passed Audition for Renaissance Chamber/
Symphony Orchestra. Student is able to lead others, and coach and
teach in all ensembles. Student is ready for solo roles.
Concert Attire
Gentlemen’s concert attire:
• Black dress shoes
• Black socks
• Black dress pants
• White long sleeve dress/tuxedo shirt
• Black bow tie
• Black jacket/tailcoat
• Black dress shirt is acceptable if you don’t have a black jacket.
No white shirts without a jacket (!)
• Nails must be clipped and clean
• Hair must be clean and nice looking.
Ladies concert attire:
• Black “closed toe” dress shoes – low or medium wide heel only. No
boots or sandals.
• Skin-matching color nylons for evening performances required.
• Black (floor level to 16” above the floor level) dress or skirt.
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• Black long dress pants. No jeans or “skinny” pants.
• Black long or ¾ sleeve dress or top. “See through” fabrics are
acceptable for the long or ¾ sleeve tops if worn over “spaghetti
straps” dress or top only - not over underwear.
• Nails must be filed and clean. French manicure or clear nail polish
only.
• Hair must be off left shoulder for all string players.
There are no exceptions to the concert attire requirements. If
musician is not properly dressed for the concert, he/she may not be
allowed to perform, which could result in being dismissed from the
program.
Code Of Conduct
Members of the Renaissance Institute of Music perform at the various
concert halls, community centers and other facilities. All participating
musicians are representatives of the organization, and the behavior
and dress of each musician reflects upon the entire group. It is
essential to respect the rights and property of others.
We count on all participants to use common sense in avoiding
situations and behavior that would put themselves or anyone else at
risk, cause problems for the group, or adversely affect the safety,
performance and enjoyment of all.
RIOM strictly enforces a zero tolerance policy with regards to the
use of drugs and alcohol, smoking, any other illegal activities, and any
form of harassment towards students and staff.
Things To Remember
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.
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All musicians are required to do the following:
1. Always bring a pencil to rehearsals.
2. Every musician must have the copy of rehearsal/concert schedule
in his/her music folder.
3. Musicians may NOT be seated during tune-up or rehearsal.
Everyone who arrived late has to wait for the appropriate moment
and get the conductor/instructor’s permission.
4. Talking and/or distracting other musicians during rehearsal will
be considered as disrespectful behavior toward others. Third
notice may result in dismissal from the program.
5. Arriving to rehearsal without music will count as a 1/2 unexcused
absence.
6. Practice at home regularly and come well prepared to rehearsals.
7. Audio recordings and sheet music of parts are available on the
RIOM website: www.riom-sd.org . Go to the Member tab and
enter the password. These files are under copyright protection, so
DO NOT SHARE access to these files with anyone who is not a
musician with RIOM.
General Information
RIOM Mailing Address
RENAISSANCE INSTITUTE OF MUSIC
1933 S. DITMAR ST.
OCEANSIDE, CA 92054
RIOM Website
www.riom-sd.org
Contact Information
Phone: 760-434-7466
Email: [email protected]
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Artistic and Instructional Staff
Music Director, Master Teacher -- Kim Stephens-Doll
Master Teacher, Conducting & Pedagogy – Branden Muresan
Instructor – Anthony Mazzotti
Teaching Artist Certification Course Participants:
Administrative Staff
Executive Director – Kim Stephens-Doll
TACC Program Manager – Jessica Orea
Parent Liaison – Virginia Mendez
Assistant Parent Liaison – Maria Cortez-Perez
Board of Directors
President – Kim Stephens-Doll
Secretary/Treasurer – Robert M. Stephens-Doll
Director – Jennifer Stewart DVM
Director – Kate Walther
Director – Virginia Mendez
Director – Branden Muresan
Allison Suarez
Andrea Cortez-Perez
April Moreno
Catherine Harrison
Daniela Valverde Moreno
Deborah Harrison
Eli Nunez
Isaac Suarez
Jessica Orea
Kami Smith
Kerry Walther
Liliana Rivera
Stephanie Hernandez
Victor Orea
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Agreement
I understand that this is a serious commitment to fulfill the above
expectations for the 2019/2020 school year, and that I am receiving
the benefits of the loan of a musical instrument, accessories, and
instruction in their use for the purpose of developing myself to the
highest level of excellence. I understand that Renaissance Institute of
Music’s success is dependent on my fulfillment of these expectations,
which will enable me to teach others and reach my own fullest
potential as a musician. I agree to perform the above expectations to
the best of my ability.
As the Supervising Adult, I agree to fulfill the above requirements and
expectations for the family of this student. I understand that this is a
serious commitment for the success of my student and Renaissance
Institute of Music.
Student Signature Print Name Date
Supervising Adult Signature Print Name Date
Relationship to Student Email Telephone
Mailing Address