Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get accepted into the Honor Band Program?
Acceptance into the program is based on teacher recommendation and auditions.
What about seating?
Seating is based on performance on the audition etudes.
How do I receive seating/placement results and ensemble music?
We will email your music along with a concert roster once we have listened to all of the recordings. Usually by the first week in August. If you do not hear from us by then, we encourage you to contact us at: hudsonvalleyhonorbands@gmail.com
When is tuition due?
Upon acceptance into the program.
Are there any scholarship opportunities available?
There is a scholarship for siblings attending the program. Siblings will receive a $20 tuition discount (per student) to help families who are paying tuition for multiple students.
How do I receive my scholarship?
Please notify us if you have multiple siblings in the program.
Can I get my tuition refunded if I drop out or am removed from the program?
Only if you do so before the program begins. Once rehearsals start, there will be no refunds offered.
Am I allowed to miss any rehearsals?
We prefer that you attend all of the rehearsals. However, you may be excused from one rehearsal without penalty. Any beyond that may result in a performance evaluation and removal from the program.
What are we supposed to wear for the concert?
Our priority is for all students to be:
- Themselves
- Comfortable
- Present a unified color palette where music is the focus
Please choose from the following options:
- Black dresses
- Black trousers
- Black skirts/Black stockings
- Black-collared shirts
- Black socks
- Black dress shoes
- Black jackets & suits
Please avoid:
- Sneakers
- Exposed legs
- Exposed shoulders
- Leggings as pants
- Athletic apparel
- Non-collared shirts
- White socks
Where are the rehearsals and concerts?
All rehearsals and concerts take place at both the Monroe-Woodbury Middle School and High School.
Where can I find the concert information?
Check the schedules on website.
Do percussionists have to bring any equipment to rehearsals?
We will provide all percussion instruments; however, student percussionists need to bring their own sticks and or mallets (including timpani mallets).
Where can I find my child's rehearsal schedule?
Check the schedules on the website.