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MARCHING BAND

STUDENT HANDBOOK

2011 2012

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Sun. 14 Move-ins, Check-ins, First Rehearsal

Mon. Sun. 15-21 Band Camp Rehearsals

Sun. 21 Band Camp Banquet 7:00 PMMon. 22 Classes begin; Rehearsals MWF 3:30-5:30 &

TR 4:30-6:30 & Sat 8:30-11:00 when we perform

Fri. 26 Exhibition Performance @ CRHS Football Game

Sat. 27 MU vs. Olivet Nazarene 6:00 PM

Fri. Sun 2 4 Free Weekend

Sat. 10 MU vs. Quincy University 1:00 PM

Weds. 14 Mexican Independence Day Celebration 6:00 PM

Fri. Sun. 23 25 Free Weekend

Sat. 17 MU vs. Notre Dame College 1:00 PM (Band Day & Family Day)

Fri. 30 Exhibition Performance @ TBA High School Football Game

Sat. 1 MU vs. Walsh 1:00 PM

Fri. 7 Homecoming Pep Rally 6:00 PM

Sat 8 MU vs. Taylor 1:00 PM (Homecoming)

Sat. 15 1st Annual MU Marching Band Invitational Exhibition Perf.

Sun. Tues. 16 18 Free WeekendFri. Sun. 21 23 Free Weekend

Sat. 5 MU vs. Saint Xavier University 1:00 PM

Weds. 9 IPS Tournament of Bands Headline Exhibition, Lucas

Oil Stadium, 9:00 PM

Sat. 12 Playoff Game PROBABLE

Sat. 19 Playoff Game PROBABLE

Thurs. Fri. 23-25 Thanksgiving Break

Sat. 26 Playoff Game PROBABLE (Thanksgiving Break Game)

Sat. 3 Playoff Game possible

Sat. 10 Playoff Game possible

Mon. Fri. 12-16 Final Exams

Sat. 17 NAIA National Championship Game (Rome, GA)


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!Marian University Marching Band 2011 Schedule

updated 11 August 2011

Mark your calendars RIGHT NOW and BE THERE for these important events!

Band Camp

Sunday, August 14 - Full Band Move-ins (All Day) / Band Camp Check-in (4:00 - 7:00 PM)

Sunday, August 14 - First Rehearsal (7:00 - 9:00 PM) - Steffen Music Center

Monday, August 15 - Thursday, August 18 - Full Rehearsal Days (to 9:00 PM)

Friday, August 19 - Morning Rehearsal / Afternoon Off/ Evening Rehearsal

Saturday, August 20 Morning Rehearsal / Afternoon Off / Evening Rehearsal

Sunday, August 21 Afternoon Rehearsal / Band Camp Banquet (7:00 PM) - Steffen Music Center

Football Performances

August 27 - Home Opener - 6:00 PM kickoff

September 10 9/11 Tribute - 1:00 PM kickoff

September 17 - Band Day / Family Day - 1:00 PM kickoff

October 1 Catholic High School Day - 1:00 PM kickoff

October 7 - Homecoming Pep Rally - 6:00 PM

October 8 - Homecoming Game - 1:00 PM kickoff

October 15 - MU Invitational Exhibition - 4:00 PM (Attendance Required)

November 5 Hometown Hero Day - Regular Season Closer - 1:00 PM kickoff

Football Playoff Performances

November 12 - Playoff Game PROBABLE

November 19 - Playoff Game PROBABLE

November 26 - (Thanksgiving Weekend) Playoff Game PROBABLE

December 3 - Playoff Game possible

December 10 - Playoff Game possible

December 17 - NAIA National Championship Game (Rome, GA)

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: The Knights are currently ranked nationally at #6 in the NAIA Pre-Season Coaches Poll. There is a VERY HIGH probability ofpost-season play this year!!!We will perform EACH Saturday until our team is eliminated, including Thanksgiving weekend. The NationalChampionship Game is December 17, which is the Saturday AFTER fall exam week.

Do not take a wait and see" approach! ASSUME THAT WE WILL BE IN THE PLAYOFFS!

Exhibitions

August 26 - (Fri) 7:00 PM - Cardinal Ritter HS Football Game

September 30 - (Fri) High School Game Exhibition TBA (8:00 PM tentative)

October 14 - (Fri) High School Game Exhibition TBA (8:00 PM tentative)

October 15 - (Sat) MU Marching Invitational Exhibition (4:00 PM tentative)

November 9 - (Weds) IPS Tournament of Bands Headline Exhibition - Lucas Oil Stadium

(Use these for other stuff, and NOT the performance dates above!!!)

September 2 - 4

September 23 - 25

October 16 - 18

October 21 - 23

ASSUME THAT NOVEMBER - DECEMBER WEEKENDS WILL BE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF GAMES!!

Annual Spring Game

April 14, 2012 - 7:00 PM (Tentative)


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The following meals are covered by the Marian University Band for all students and

instructors participating in the MU Band Camp. We spend approximately $10,000 on meals

during band camp, SO MAKE SURE YOU EAT!!!

BAND CAMP CAFETERIA HOURS: 7:00 9:00 Breakfast, 10:30 1:30 Lunch, 4:30 7:30 Dinner

NORMAL M-F HOURS: 7:15 10:00 Breakfast, 10:30 3:00 Lunch, 5:00 8:00 Dinner

GAMEDAY HOURS: 11:15 1:30 Lunch, 5:00 7:00 Dinner

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

PLEASE EAT SOMETHING for EVERY mealincluding BREAKFAST!!

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner at the Band Camp Banquet Taco Bar!

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PM 12:00 3:00

3:00 6:00

6:00 7:00

7:00 8:45

8:45 - 9:00

Dorms

SMC

Dinner

SMC

SMC

Dorms open for band student early move-in

Band Camp registration, instrument/uniform/equipment check-out

Welcome Meeting/First Rehearsal

Squire Adoptions

AM 8:30 9:00

9:00 10:30

10:30 10:45

10:45 12:00

12:00 1:00

PM 1:00 2:30

2:30 2:45

2:45 4:00

4:00 4:15

4:15 5:00

5:00 6:00

6:00 7:457:45 8:00

8:00 9:00

9:00

ELF

ELF

Break

ELF

Lunch

TBA

Break

TBA

Break

TBA

Dinner

SVHFBreak

SVHF

SVHF

Prep/Stretch/Warm-Up

Marching rehearsal (Basics Session #1)

Marching rehearsal (Pre-Game Basics)

Sectional music rehearsals (School Songs)

Ensemble music rehearsal (School Songs)

Ensemble music rehearsal (Pre-Game music)

Drill rehearsal (Pre-Game)

Music & Drill rehearsal (Pre-Game)

Run-through

AM 8:30 9:00

9:00 10:30

10:30 10:45

10:45 12:00

12:00 1:00

PM 1:00 2:30

2:30 2:45

2:45 4:00

4:00 4:15

4:15 5:00

5:00 6:00

6:00 7:45

7:45 8:00

8:00 9:00

9:00

ELF

ELF

Break

ELF

Lunch

TBA

Break

TBA

Break

TBA

Dinner

SVHF

Break

SVHF

SVHF

Prep/Stretch/Warm Up

Marching rehearsal (Basics Session #2)

Marching rehearsal (Review and Application)

Sectional music rehearsals (Stands music)

Sectional music rehearsal (Halftime music)

Ensemble music rehearsal (Halftime music)

Drill rehearsal (Halftime)

Music & Drill rehearsal (Halftime)

Run-through

!SMC = Steffen Music Center

ELF = EcoLab Field

SVHF = St. Vincent Health Field

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AM 8:30 9:00

9:00 10:30

10:30 10:45

10:45 12:00

12:00 1:00

PM 1:00 2:30

2:30 2:45

2:45 4:00

4:00 4:15

4:15 5:00

5:00 6:00

6:00 7:45

7:45 8:00

8:00 9:00

9:00

ELF

ELF

Break

ELF

Lunch

TBA

Break

TBA

Break

TBA

Dinner

SVHF

Break

SVHF

SVHF

Prep/Stretch/Warm Up

Marching rehearsal (Review Basics #1)



Sectional music rehearsal (Halftime music)

Ensemble music rehearsal (Halftime music)



Run-through

AM 8:30 9:00

9:00 10:30

10:30 10:45

10:45 12:00

12:00 1:00

PM 1:00 2:30

2:30 2:45

2:45 4:00

4:00 4:15

4:15 5:00

5:00 6:00

6:00 7:45

7:45 8:00

8:00 9:00

9:00

ELF

ELF

Break

ELF

Lunch

TBA

Break

TBA

Break

TBA

Dinner

SVHF

Break

SVHF

SVHF


Marching rehearsal (Review Basics #2)

Drill rehearsal (Half-time)


Sectional music rehearsal (Halftime)

Ensemble music rehearsal (Halftime)



Run-through

!SMC = Steffen Music Center

ELF = EcoLab Field


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AM 8:30 9:00

9:00 10:30

10:30 10:45

10:45 11:00

11:00 12:00

PM 12:00

12:00 5:00

5:00 7:00

7:00

ELF

ELF

Break

ELF

ELF

ELF

Break

SVHF

SVHF


Marching & Drill Rehearsal (Halftime)

Music warm-ups


Run-through

Load and travel to Beech Grove HS

Exhibition Performance at Beech Grove HS

AM 8:30 9:00

9:00 10:30

10:30 10:45

10:45 11:00

11:00 12:00

PM 12:00

12:00 5:00

5:00 7:007:00

ELF

ELF

Break

ELF

ELF

ELF

Break

SVHFSVHF


Marching & Drill rehearsal (Halftime)

Music warm-ups

Music & Drill Rehearsal (Halftime)

Run-through

Music & Drill rehearsal (Halftime)Run-through

PM 1:00 2:30

2:30 2:45

2:45 3:00

3:00 4:00

4:00 7:00

7:00

ELF

Break

ELF

ELF

Break

SMC

Marching & Drill rehearsal (Halftime)

Music warm-ups

Music & Drill rehearsal (Pre-game & Halftime)

Squire Banquet

Mondays

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Fridays

SVHF

TBA

ELF

TBA

ELF

3:30 5:30

4:30 6:30 Sectionals

3:30 5:30

4:30 6:30 Sectionals

3:30 5:30

SMC = Steffen Music Center

ELF = EcoLab Field


Monday Stands music and Pregame @ EcoLab

Tuesday Stands music and halftime music sectionals (various)Wednesday Halftime show @ EcoLab

Thursday Stands music and halftime music sectionals (various)

Friday Halftime show @ EcoLab


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Marian University Bands

3200 Cold Spring Road

Indianapolis, IN 46222

317-955-6174 phone

317-955-6414 fax

[email protected]

OFFICIAL BANDS WEB SITE http://www.marian.edu/bands

UNOFFICIAL BANDS WEB SITE http://www.mubands.com

Dr. Sidney T. Hearn

Director of Bands

Dr. James L. Larner, Chair

Department of Music

Mr. Steven Whipkey

Assistant Director of Bands

Mr. Ryan L. Miller

Color Guard Director

Chuck Naffier

Wind Music Arranger

Justin Alvis/Dustin Smith

Percussion Music Arrangers

Alan Smith

Visual Designer

Brian Sweany

Performance Announcer

Kelly D. Monroe-Hershey

Program Consultant

Jeff Queen

Program Consultant

Brian Sweany

Performance Announcer

Philippe Moore, Carol Ann Meyer

Drum Majors

Krystina Grewe, Philippe Moore

Freshman Advisors

Kristin Keers

Videographer


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We are on time, prepared, and always ready to work.

We make the best music possible at all times.

We strive to become strong and competent performers.

We conduct ourselves with class in everything we do.

We spread a positive, loyal, and optimistic attitude toward the bands, music department,

and university.

We are givers, and not takers.

As an institution of higher learning, Marian University strives to offer excellent teaching in

every aspect of moral, ethical, and spiritual guidance as well as academic and artistic

leadership. As musicians, we must be relentless in our pursuit of mastery, and yet humble in

the eyes of our brothers and sisters.

Music brings us together as brothers and sisters with an unconditional

respect for that bond.

Every performer must contribute his or her best effort. Every

individuals contribution is critical to the success of the group.

We are called to be examples in our lives and in the quality of

performance that we give.

Leadership is showing, not telling. Be a giver and not a taker.

Do your job with excellence and without excuses.


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1. The Marian University Band takes pride in its first class behavior. Represent Marianpositively. Never do anything that would reflect negatively on Marian University or the

Marian Band.

2. The Marian University Band has a tradition and reputation of friendliness andpoliteness, not only to the general public, but also to other bands in particular. Please

do everything possible to preserve this tradition.

3. Beware of mob psychology. People will sometimes do rude, crude, or destructivethings when they are part of a large group that they would never consider doing as

individuals. Dont be influenced by this tendency. The only difference between a band

and a mob is what they do!

1. When you are in your band role, you are the image of the university and the band.No one will say John Smith used profanity in the stands. They will say, A Marian

band member used profanity. Remember when in your band role that you are a

band member FIRST, and an individual SECOND.

2. We play and cheer for our team . Watch the game and know what is going onso that you can anticipate what we will do next. Everyone in the band section should

cheer as well as you play.

3. At the game, we are professional entertainers during the entire event. You must beON the entire time. Pay attention. Play the first note of every tune.

4. No one is allowed to sit in the band section except band members. The show must goon, and if you must visit with someone, you should briefly move to the aisle so that

you do not interfere with the performance. This should be an infrequent occurrence.

1. In the Steffen Music Center, St. Vincent Health Field (stadium), and the PracticeField, there is a place for everything keep everything in its place.

2. Any instrument that is not transported in the Trailer should be transported to andfrom rehearsal in its case.

3. We start rehearsal the same way every dayfull-speed AT the listed rehearsal time.We do not start with announcements or get equipment out at 3:30. Be there on time,with your equipment out and ready to move 100mph.


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Band members are expected to be at all rehearsals and performances on time. We start full-

speed AT the listed time. The following attendance and grading procedures have been set

up by the directors along with input from student leaders in the band.

1. An excuse form must be filled out in the band office for ANY absence if you want it tobe excused.

2. Attendance will be taken at the field. Any student who is tardy may be counted asabsent and an excuse form must be filled out in the band office.

3. All absences for the previous week will be posted on Mondays. You have until 4:45on Friday of that week to file your excuse form in the band office, or the absence will

be considered as unexcused.

1. Pre-arranged AbsenceAll requests to be excused from band functions should be submitted on an absence

form in advance of the missed function. Any absence not pre-arranged and not due

to illness/emergency will be considered as unexcused.

2. Illness/Emergency AbsenceIf a function is missed due to illness or emergency, submit an absence form for the

function that was missed along with documentation of the illness or emergency. A

doctors note or note from the health center must accompany the absence form for it

to be considered as excused.

Before approaching the band directors with a conflict, students should make every

effort to resolve conflicts using the following guidelines:

1. Students who are music majors may not have any scheduled conflicts with bandrehearsals or performances. If this is your major, you need to be here, period.

2. Band students who are not music majors are allowed to work through 1 class conflictper week (can miss 1 of 3 rehearsals) if the conflict is with a class that is required for

their major.

3. Class conflicts must be approved and documented in advance.4. Conflicts with activities that are not related to a students major field of study are not

allowed, unless that activity provides the student with a scholarship that is larger

than the music scholarship they receive.


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Grades are calculated as a combination of attendance and participation (see course

syllabus for detailed explanation).

1. A students grade for the course will be lowered by one letter for each unexcusedabsence from rehearsal.

2. Two unexcused absences from rehearsal will result in removal from the performancecast.

3. Lack of preparation for rehearsal will be recorded as one tardy.4. Two tardies will be recorded as one unexcused absence.5. Unexcused absence from a performance will result in dismissal from the band

program.

1. ALL band members are required to attend any post-season game, playoff game, orbowl game as an extension of the season. This includes playoff or championship

games which may occur after the conclusion of the academic semester.

2. Failure to plan for and attend post-season band commitments and performances willresult in dismissal from the band program.


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1. There will be a rehearsal prior to all Saturday performances. Saturday rehearsals willbe warm-up and run-through oriented.

2. A student who misses part of a Saturday rehearsal will not perform that part of theshow that day, no matter what the excuse may be.

3. Only illness/emergency are excusable from Saturday rehearsals and performances.No pre-arranged excuses will be granted.

1. Music to be performed must be memorized.2. Each student must pass off (play from memory) music before Saturday morning

rehearsal of the weeks performance. Students may pass off music to one of the

instructors or to another student who has already passed off music to an instructor.3. If a student does not pass off the music, the student will not perform and will receive

an unexcused absence, lowering the semester grade by one letter.

1. Every musician must have music in a flip folder.2. Your flip folder must be with you at every rehearsal and performance.3. Use of the flip folder improves the bands efficiency and leads to better

performances.4. Use of the flip folder gives us the flexibility to march while learning new music.5. Use of the flip folder allows us to learn drill with the music in front of us, and have

constant access to the music during visual rehearsals.

6. Last but not least, we play A LOT of music. Over time you will easily memorize manyof the tunes, but in order to memorize them correctly, you have to have the music in

front of you!


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1. Trips are an extension of the classroom. Conduct yourself in an exemplary manner atall times, just like you would any other day.

2. Some of our bus drivers have driven the band for many years. They are great friendsand supporters of the University and the band. Treat them with courtesy and respect.

3. On Bus 1, the first three seats on both sides are reserved for directors, staff, guests,etc.

4. Respect the privacy of others on the bus. If you want to listen to music, bringearphones. If people are trying to sleep, be quiet. If you are trying to sleep, be

courteous when asking others around you to quiet down.

5. Because the band is bigger than you, our buses will depart on time. This applies to every stop on every trip, and not just the departure

time from campus. If you miss the bus, you are responsible for getting to thedestination on your own at your own expense. If you miss the bus and miss a

performance, your absence will be recorded as unexcused (see Attendance and

Grading).

6. When the bus stops, remain on the bus until you receive instructions of what to do.7. Uniforms must be transported in the garment bag. Be sure to take the ENTIRE

uniform with you, including shoes, long socks, gloves, and cap.

8. Instruments must be transported in the case.9. A loading plan will be designed by our student travel coordinators. Please stick to the

loading plan at all times.

10.The possession, use, or consumption of alcohol, illegal drugs, or other controlledsubstances before or during rehearsals, performances, or trips will result in

dismissal from the band.


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THE VOICE OF EXPERIENCE

1. The band is an emotional group. There will be ups and downs.2. The band will not change as much as you will while you are in it.3. Practice doesnt make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.4. Its never as bad as it seems. Its never as good as it seems.5. People tend to spread gossip more quickly than the truth.6. Be part of the solution, not part of the problem.7. Never confuse activity with accomplishment.8. There are problems and there are inconveniences. Most things are inconveniences.9. Rehearse at the level you want to perform and you will perform at the level you have

rehearsed.

10.Never confuse activity with accomplishment. If you take an axe to the forest andhit every tree once, you have accomplished nothing.


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Marian University Bands discourage the use of alcohol by our student-musicians. Use of any

amount of alcohol at any time immediately prior to, during, or immediately following any

band performance, rehearsal, or other organized activity is unacceptable. This reflects poorly

on the organization and its first class reputation of quality and will not be tolerated.

Student will be subject to all regulations listed in the student handbook.

Additionally, student may be suspended indefinitely from future rehearsals and

performances. Student will be referred to Counseling Services, located in the Learning and

Counseling Center in Fisher Hall (317-955-6150).

Student will be subject to all regulations listed in the student

handbook. Student will be removed from the band program and forfeit all associated

financial aid and credit hours for the remainder of that academic year. Student may beallowed to re-audition for membership and/or scholarship in the following academic year

only at the discretion of the director of bands.

Marian University Bands discourage the use of tobacco in any form by our student-

musicians. Use of tobacco during rehearsals or performances is unacceptable. If you must

smoke, do not smoke on the rehearsal field, inside the music building, or within 50-feet of

any entrance to the music building.

Trips are an extension of the campus. All campus and organizational rules and regulations

apply at all times during trips.

If a band member is written up for inappropriate behavior in Residence Life or other

inappropriate behavior comes to the attention of the instructional staff from school

personnel or community, that student will receive Marian University sanctions as defined in

the student handbook.


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A tremendous amount of thought, love, and prayer has resulted in the creation of The

Marian University Marching Band uniform. Our uniform is unique and instantly recognizable

as representing the character and ideals of our University and music program.

Wear the uniform proudly, but only when you are with the group and exactly as the group iswearing it.

Hang the uniform on the assigned hanger when not being worn.Uniforms should be fitted and worn as fitted. (i.e. no saggy pants, rolled up sleeves, etc.)Carry your headgear. Only set headgear down when the group does, and then in a manner

identical to the group.

Immediately report any issues with your uniform just as you would immediately addressany issues with your instrument.

Carefully follow all garment care instructions! If you do not know what this means, call yourmom, or DONT DO IT!!!!

Wrinkled uniforms are not acceptable.An improper uniform may result in suspension from future performances.Students must hold each other to high standards regarding use and care of the Marian

University Marching Band uniform.

Gentlemen must be clean-shaven for all performances.Winds and Percussion must return uniform at the end of the semester so uniform can be

stored for next year.


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We rise and cheer for you, Dear Marian,

And let our voices ring on high.

Well loudly sound your name,

And proudly spread your fame,

Raise your glory to the sky.

In battle you shall march to victory,

While we proclaim your might.

Your gold and blue will fly, as we forever cry,

Hail to the Marian Knights!

K N I G H T S

Hail to the Marian Knights!


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Please complete this form and return to the registration desk in the lobby of SMC.

Personal Information

Full name

Mailing Address

City, State

ZIP ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

Home phone ( ___ ___ ___ ) ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___

Mobile phone ( ___ ___ ___ ) ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___Home e-mail address _________________________@___________________ . ___ ___ ___

MU e-mail address ____________________________________ ___ ___ ___ @marian.edu

Birthday (MM/DD/YYYY) ___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___ ___ ___

Education Information

Your High School

HS Graduation Year ___ ___ ___ ___

MU Graduation Year ___ ___ ___ ___

Intended Major at MU

Instrument(s) you play

Voice part

Todays Date (MM/DD/YYYY) ___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___ ___ ___

Emergency Contact Information

Name of Emergency Contact

Relationship to You

Emergency contacts phone

THANK YOU for visiting Marian University!


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If you have questions that you do not want to ask in front of the group, writethem below.

Your Name ________________________________________________________

Your MU Email __________________________@ marian.edu

Your question(s) ____________________________________________________

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Return this form directly to Dr. Hearn after rehearsal, or drop into the box onthe office door of MB 13.