Wind Band Teaching Symposium Participant: (Tentative schedule information enclosed)

 

We are looking forward to your participation in the 2009 Wind Band Teaching Symposium (WBTS) at the University of Missouri, Kansas City Conservatory of Music and Dance on July 12^th ? 17^th. Enclosed in this letter is a plethora of information that applies to the weeklong event.  It is important that you read all instructions carefully to ensure that your participation in the symposium is both educational and enjoyable.

Those conducting will do so twice during the WBTS.  This will either be done once each on Monday and Wednesday or once each on Tuesday and Thursday.  If you have forgotten your piece requests or have questions, please contact Dana Buchanan at 816-235-2913 or via email at buchananda@umkc.edu.

 

Registration and Opening Session - Sunday July 12^th

WBTS registration will be held from 4:00 ? 6:30 p.m. in the James C. Olson Performing Arts Center (PAC) lobby at 4949 Cherry Street, KC, MO 64110.  Campus housing check in 4:00 ? 6:00 p.m. The group opening session will be held in White Recital Hall in the PAC at 7:00 p.m. Sunday evening.  If you need to arrive later due to schedule conflicts please contact Dana.

 

Schedule

The schedule located on the band?s website is a tentative listing of WBTS events.  You will receive a final schedule at registration.  Daily sessions include a conducting component and an opportunity to experience music-making as a large ensemble. It is expected that everyone will participate in the Wind Band.  DON?T FORGET YOUR INSTRUMENT!  The updated schedule and additional information can be found at the Conservatory?s Bands website located at http://conservatory.umkc.edu/bands/symposium.asp and will be updated regularly.  The WBTS will end around noon Friday; all flights should be scheduled after 2:30 p.m. 

 

WBTS Conducting Component

It is important to note that the greatest learning occurs from watching others and assimilating ideas that are illuminated through this process.  The conducting sessions will be designed to highlight and demonstrate conducting techniques and strategies that each of us can utilize in our rehearsals on a daily basis.  We will provide a DVD to all conductors.  Even if you are not a participating conductor, please bring a baton and your instrument with you to the symposium! Additional conducting may will be added.  Conductors will be chosen in the order that the forms are received (a final conducting schedule will be sent in June ? all schedules are subject to change; final schedules will be available during registration).

 

Airport Transportation

Participants arriving at Kansas City International Airport can take the SuperShuttle. Upon arriving at KCI Airport report to the nearest SuperShuttle ticket counter, adjacent to baggage claims.  If the representative is away, use the white airport courtesy phone located near most telephone islands throughout the airport and dial 5000. For additional information call 1-800-258-3826 or visit http://www.kctg.com/shuttle_airport.html . 

 

On-campus Housing DOUBLE OCCUPANCY ONLY

Participants choosing on-campus housing will be staying at the Oak Street Residence Hall (51^st and Oak Street).  It is a beautiful dormitory-style facility with a shared private bathroom in suite style area, a sink in each room, one Ethernet hook-up per bed, cable television, and a micro-fridge.  Please note that unless you have specified a roommate, you will be housed with another WBTS participant, of the same gender, as assigned by our housing organizer. The cost is $185 per person and includes internet service (double occupancy only; no single spaces available). Campus housing request deadline is June 8^th. Roommate assignment list will be emailed after June 16^th. 

 

Off-campus Housing

We recommend the Q Hotel and Spa ? 560 Westport Rd, 816-931-0001 for $94 per night.  Visit www.theqhotel.com then click on the reservations link at the top right of the screen. Second screen, click on Group Reservations. Third screen, asks for a code for an individual - that code is UWTB. Then you will be on the screen for the WBTS group. Or visit here for additional hotels.

 

Campus Internet

Campus internet is included in all double occupancy campus housing fees.  Campus internet access is available to everyone not staying on campus for an additional fee of $30. Unfortunately we will not be able to provide internet service for anyone that requests access after June 8^th. 

 

Meals

Bagels, juice, coffee, etc. will be served every morning as part of the symposium. There are restaurants within walking distance across the street from the residence hall on 51^st street; Subway, Pizza 51, etc. The University cafeteria will be open for lunch (no meal plan available). Plaza restaurants are minutes away http://www.countryclubplaza.com/plaza230e.html?pgID=882.

 

Parking

A parking permit is available for on campus parking ($15 for the week).  Passes will be handed out during registration July 12^th.  Parking permit requests must be made no later than two weeks before event (by June 26^th).  The University of Missouri, Kansas City parking attendants are very strict, and the Conservatory will not be responsible for parking violations.

 

Instruments

All participants are required to bring their instruments. If bringing your instrument presents a problem, please contact Dana Buchanan.

 

Payment Information

The $100 non-refundable deposit is due before or on June 8^th to secure your spot.  All payment balances (registration fee, housing, internet, etc.) due by June 16^th. You can mail a check or pay by credit card via phone. Contact Cheryl at 816-235-2741 to make payment over the phone. 

 

If registering after June 8^th UMKC graduate credit, internet service, and campus housing will not be available and registration fee will be due immediately.  Parking pass requests available until June 26^th.

 

Cancellation Policy/Additional Information Contact

Cancellations made before June 8^th will receive a full refund of non graduate credit registration fee minus $100 non-refundable deposit.  No refunds will be issued after June 8^th.  Please contact the UMKC cashier?s office for graduate credit refund information 816-235-1365 or cashiers@umkc.edu. For additional event information or if you are unable to attend contact Dana.

 

We are looking forward to seeing you Sunday evening, July 12^th!  Please do not hesitate to contact Dana if you have any event questions.

 

Best always,

 

Steven D. Davis

Director of Bands

Conservatory Wind Symphony

 

Dana Buchanan

Administrative Assistant