Part Five
Performances & the calendar
10Performances & concert expectations
Performances are the visible outcome of what we do every week. Attendance at concerts is required.
Excused absences
- Illness with a doctor's note
- Family emergency
- Other requests must be submitted in writing by a parent or guardian three weeks prior to the performance, and are subject to director approval.
Missed a concert? Students will complete an alternate performance and a music-theory assignment.
Recording. Rehearsals, lessons, and concerts are recorded for analysis and student feedback.
Extra performances outside the school day (community events, invitations, etc.) require at least one month's notice from the requesting organization, and participation is determined by an ensemble poll.
Concert timing. Call time 5:55 PM · Downbeat 6:30 PM.
11This year's performance calendar
2026 — 2027. Items marked (TBC) are still being confirmed on the district calendar.
| Month | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| November | All-County 1 | Nov 6 & 7, 2026 · Little Falls |
| Veterans Assembly (TBC) | Tue, Nov 10 · Early Release Day · Band, Elementary performers, 7–12 Chorus National Anthem | |
| December | Dress Rehearsal / Mini Concert for PK–5 (TBC) | Tue, Dec 15 |
| Winter Concert 1 | Tue, Dec 15, 2026 · 6:30 PM · 4–6 Chorus, 5/6 Cadet Band | |
| Winter Concert 2 | Thu, Dec 17, 2026 · 6:30 PM · Jr./Sr. Chorus, Jr. Band, Sr. Band | |
| Snow dates | Wed, Dec 16 and/or Mon, Dec 21 | |
| March | All-County 2 | Mar 19 & 20, 2027 · Mount Markham |
| April | NYSSMA Solo · Levels 1–4 | Apr 30 & May 1, 2027 · Jarvis Middle School |
| May | NYSSMA Solo · Levels 5–6 | May 7 & 8, 2027 · VVS |
| Dress Rehearsal / Mini Concert for PK–5 (TBC) | Thu, May 13 | |
| Spring Concert 1 | Thu, May 13, 2027 · Jr./Sr. Chorus, Jr. Band, Sr. Band · recognizes Seniors and All-County / Solo Festival participants | |
| Spring Concert 2 | Tue, May 18, 2027 · 4 Band, 4–6 Chorus, 5/6 Cadet Band · with Budget Vote & Art Show | |
| Reception in cafeteria after both spring concerts | Provided by FAF | |
| June | 8th-Grade Moving-Up Ceremony | Band + 8th-grade vocalist(s) for National Anthem |
| Graduation | Band + senior vocalist(s) or instrumentalist(s) for National Anthem |