Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
How do I contact the private lesson teachers?
Here is the contact info:Grisham Private TeachersBeth Behning Flute beth.behning@earthlink.netBecky Behning Flute rebeccabehning@yahoo.comMaegan Schneider Oboe maegan@longhornband.netJulia Windle Bassoon juliawindle@yahoo.comKaren Kachlemeier Clarinet karenkach@mail.utexas.eduRachel Lynn Clarinet Rachel.ann.lynn@gmail.comKevin Gibbs Saxophone kpgibbs@gmail.comGilbert Elorreaga Trumpet gilbert.elorreaga@gmail.comDavid Breeding Horn dbbreeding@hotmail.comMike Lacour Horn mlacour1@yahoo.comDr. Billy Gayman Trombone billy@austinbones.comDusty Steinle Tuba / Euphonium dustysteinle@yahoo.comPatrick Aguayo Percussion patrick_funkybrassfactory@yahoo.comBack to Top
Here is the contact info:Grisham Private TeachersBeth Behning Flute beth.behning@earthlink.netBecky Behning Flute rebeccabehning@yahoo.comMaegan Schneider Oboe maegan@longhornband.netJulia Windle Bassoon juliawindle@yahoo.comKaren Kachlemeier Clarinet karenkach@mail.utexas.eduRachel Lynn Clarinet Rachel.ann.lynn@gmail.comKevin Gibbs Saxophone kpgibbs@gmail.comGilbert Elorreaga Trumpet gilbert.elorreaga@gmail.comDavid Breeding Horn dbbreeding@hotmail.comMike Lacour Horn mlacour1@yahoo.comDr. Billy Gayman Trombone billy@austinbones.comDusty Steinle Tuba / Euphonium dustysteinle@yahoo.comPatrick Aguayo Percussion patrick_funkybrassfactory@yahoo.com
When are practice sheets due?
Practice sheets are due every Monday. Practice sheets will be accepted onTuesday with a 15 point penalty. Practice sheets will not be accepted afterTuesday of each week. To make up the grade to a 70 please see Mr. Hank orMrs. Pierce for an alternate assignment. Back to Top
Practice sheets are due every Monday. Practice sheets will be accepted onTuesday with a 15 point penalty. Practice sheets will not be accepted afterTuesday of each week. To make up the grade to a 70 please see Mr. Hank orMrs. Pierce for an alternate assignment.
Are sectionals mandatory?
Sectionals are mandatory for all Select Symphonic Band members. They willoccur before or after school once a week. All sectional schedules are createdwith students who are in athletics and cheerleading in mind. The finalschedule is intended to have the least amount of conflicts with these otherGrisham activities. I will contact the sponsors of other Grisham activitiesif there is a conflict and will make sure it is excused once a week. Studentswill be responsible for any missed work/workouts for those other classes. Back to Top
Sectionals are mandatory for all Select Symphonic Band members. They willoccur before or after school once a week. All sectional schedules are createdwith students who are in athletics and cheerleading in mind. The finalschedule is intended to have the least amount of conflicts with these otherGrisham activities. I will contact the sponsors of other Grisham activitiesif there is a conflict and will make sure it is excused once a week. Studentswill be responsible for any missed work/workouts for those other classes.
Are Solo and Ensemble and District/Region Band auditions required for all students?
Select Symphonic Band members are required to attend the district auditions aswell as the Solo and Ensemble Contest in the Spring. Please take note ofthese dates on the calendar handed out at the beginning of the year-they willbe on Saturdays! Non-eligible (grades) students or students who are not quiteprepared to attend these contests will be given an alternate performingopportunity to make-up the grade.Students in Symphonic Band are encouraged to prepare for and/or attend thesecontests. (participation will be subject to director approval)Back to Top
Select Symphonic Band members are required to attend the district auditions aswell as the Solo and Ensemble Contest in the Spring. Please take note ofthese dates on the calendar handed out at the beginning of the year-they willbe on Saturdays! Non-eligible (grades) students or students who are not quiteprepared to attend these contests will be given an alternate performingopportunity to make-up the grade.Students in Symphonic Band are encouraged to prepare for and/or attend thesecontests. (participation will be subject to director approval)
What is the fastest and most effective way to contact Mr. Hank and get a speedy response?
E-mail! It is very easy to respond to e-mail messages in some of the shortperiods of time between classes and sectionals where as phone messages takelonger to process. Should you need to speak to me in person please don'thesitate to call or e-mail me and we can meet face to face during one of myconference periods or at a time that is convenient to you! Back to Top
E-mail! It is very easy to respond to e-mail messages in some of the shortperiods of time between classes and sectionals where as phone messages takelonger to process. Should you need to speak to me in person please don'thesitate to call or e-mail me and we can meet face to face during one of myconference periods or at a time that is convenient to you!
Why won't Mr. Hank be my friend on Facebook?
Under no circumstances will Mr. Hank confirm or add a student on any socialnetworking site such as Facebook. Any student wishing to contact Mr. Hank maydo so via school phone, e-mail, Charms, Teacherweb, smoke signal, carrierpigeon, face to face, etc. Any e-mails sent by a student will be answered andparents or guardians will be CC'd if addresses are available. Please makesure all of your family's contact information is updated on the Charms website. Back to Top
Under no circumstances will Mr. Hank confirm or add a student on any socialnetworking site such as Facebook. Any student wishing to contact Mr. Hank maydo so via school phone, e-mail, Charms, Teacherweb, smoke signal, carrierpigeon, face to face, etc. Any e-mails sent by a student will be answered andparents or guardians will be CC'd if addresses are available. Please makesure all of your family's contact information is updated on the Charms website.
I can't afford private lessons but would like my child to particpate in the program...what should I do?
Please contact Mr. Hank or Mrs. Pierce if you are interested in your childparticipating in private lessons but can not afford the weekly expense. Scholarships are available through the extreme generosity of our Booster club. Please ask only if there is a genuine lack of funds please!Back to Top
Please contact Mr. Hank or Mrs. Pierce if you are interested in your childparticipating in private lessons but can not afford the weekly expense. Scholarships are available through the extreme generosity of our Booster club. Please ask only if there is a genuine lack of funds please!