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Continuing the pitch-perfect critiques begun in "The Great Movies," Roger Ebert's "The Great Movies II" collects 100 additional essays, each one of them a gem of critical appreciation and an amalgam of love, analysis, and history that will send readers back to films with a fresh set of eyes and renewed enthusiasm--or perhaps to an avid first-time viewing. Neither a snob nor a shill, Ebert manages in these essays to combine a truly populist appreciation for today's most important form of popular art with a scholar's erudition and depth of knowledge and a sure aesthetic sense. Once again wonderfully enhanced by stills selected by Mary Corliss, former film curator at the Museum of Modern Art, "The Great Movies II "is a treasure trove for film lovers of all persuasions, an unrivaled guide for viewers, and a book to return to again and again.
Films featured in "The Great Movies II"
"12 Angry Men - The Adventures of Robin Hood - Alien - Amadeus - Amarcord - Annie Hall - Au Hasard, Balthazar - The Bank Dick - Beat the Devil - Being There - The Big Heat - The Birth of a Nation - The Blue Kite - Bob le Flambeur - Breathless - The Bridge on the River Kwai - Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia - Buster Keaton - Children of Paradise - A Christmas Story - The Color Purple - The Conversation - Cries and Whispers - The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie - Don't Look Now - The Earrings of Madame de . . . - The Fall of the House of Usher - The Firemen's Ball - Five Easy Pieces - Goldfinger - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly - Goodfellas - The Gospel According to Matthew - The Grapes of Wrath - Grave of the Fireflies - Great Expectations - House of Games - The Hustler - In Cold Blood - Jaws - Jules and Jim - "Kieslowski's Three Colors Trilogy" - Kind Hearts and Coronets - King Kong - The Last Laugh - Laura - Leaving Las Vegas - Le Boucher - The Leopard - The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp - The Manchurian Candidate - The Man Who Laughs - Mean Streets - Mon Oncle - Moonstruck - The Music Room - My Dinner with Andre - My Neighbor Totoro - Nights of Cabiria - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Orpheus - Paris, Texas - Patton - Picnic at Hanging Rock - Planes, Trains and Automobiles - The Producers - Raiders of the Lost Ark - Raise the Red Lantern - Ran - Rashomon - Rear Window - Rififi - The Right Stuff - Romeo and Juliet - The Rules of the Game - Saturday Night Fever - Say Anything - Scarface - The Searchers - Shane - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - Solaris - Strangers on a Train - Stroszek - A Sunday in the Country - Sunrise - A Tale of Winter - The Thin Man - This Is Spinal Tap -Tokyo Story - Touchez Pas au Grisbi - Touch of Evil - The Treasure of the Sierra Madre - Ugetsu - Umberto D - Unforgiven - Victim - Walkabout - West Side Story - Yankee Doodle Dandy
About the Author
Roger Ebert is the Pulitzer Prize-winning film critic from the "Chicago Sun-Times". His reviews are syndicated to more than 200 newspapers in the United States and Canada. The American Film Institute and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago have awarded him honorary degrees, and the Online Film Critics Society named his Web site, rogerebert.com, the best online movie-review site.
Praise For…
"Ebert's enthusiasm and . . . straightforward prose are ideal for examining films . . . You remember why he's the only film critic ever to win the Pulitzer Prize." —New York Post
"[T]hese pieces reflect Ebert's long, thoughtful, informed familiarity with these films. His impeccable credentials as an accessible populist encourage thinking that his recommendations . . . may be taken to heart by mainstream moviegoers who avidly follow his newspaper and TV reviews." —Booklist
"An appreciation of the greatest movies by the greatest movie enthusiast . . . I read this book with pleasure, enlightenment, and a desire to see many of the movies again, because I had missed what Roger saw." —Paul Theroux


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Marine Auctions has added an online auction component to its sales arsenal, launching the innovation from 14 November as an additional medium for clients selling their boats and those interested in buying from afar.
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Adrian Seiffert, principal at Marine Auctions says the new facet of the company is the culmination of the team's accumulated skills, contacts and expertise over nearly three decades of auctioning.
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All this comes at a highly competitive period of immense flux in recreational boating, as grey imports flood the market and buyers look far and wide for 'the best bargains' while their dollar is still high.
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Super Kelly Beam Girl
Just Good Stuff, The Pea | Posted by Jannie on 4 March 2013 @ 11:59 AM 49 Comments
Considering Kelly's been in Level 6 gymnastics for only 5 weeks, I'd say her 9.45 score for that routine in Dallas yesterday, earning her 2nd place for beam in her age group, is a darn fine achievement!
She also placed 2nd for her floor routine, with a 9.3.
She loves everything about gymnastics!
I do too! Of course, I'm just the chauffeur and check-writer, but the sport is wonderful and she has the best training you can imagine with really wonderful people!!
And due to their great scores yesterday, Kelly and her mates will advance to Level 7 in June!!
Now, beautiful and handsome friends….. I may not be posting here again for a month as another lady and I are sharing a business venture that needs a lot of time and attention. Might take only 2-3 weeks, tho. We'll see how it goes.
I'll be out to see you all at some point.
Have fun and laugh muchly every day, okay?! Life is beautiful.
Love, Jannie
On 4 March 2013 at 4:45 pm
brian miller said,
life is beautiful…for sure…and way to go….nice scores…and so cool they are advancing so quickly…bet it is pretty amazing for you to watch jannie…proud mama…smiles.
On 4 March 2013 at 10:08 pm
Daisy said,
Congratulations to Kelly! I'd say she did quite well. Good luck with your business venture, Jannie. I hope it goes well. Take care. Hugs to you.
On 5 March 2013 at 3:46 am
Hilary said,
Hi Jannie .. how wonderful for Kelly that she did so well – amazing and I'm so pleased she's enjoying it all so much. Mama is very proud –
Good luck with that business venture – and catch you shortly … a month doesn't seem long in the blogging world …
With big hugs and thoughts … from Hardwick and me – xoxoxoxo Hilreeeee
On 5 March 2013 at 11:16 am
Jannie said,
DEAREST BRIAN!! I'm very surprised how quickly they have moved up lately. And already moving on to "Optionals." They got what it takes, tho — why not challenge them, eh? Luckily, she really loves it. It actually WAS so amazing to watch her at this meet yes, as I'd not seen any of her "new moves" at all. In fact, not since her last meet, in January, had I witnessed any of the Level 6 add-ons. That back walk-over has impressed me forever!! And I like how as her skill and control develops her natural elegant poise shines through!
DEAREST DAISY!! Well, it's a business venture that involves cleaning out a storage locker and selling its contents on Craigslist and eBay, and donating the rest to GoodWill. Wonderful exercise for me!! And for The Hubby and his friend as they help me lift the big stuff later today. As the girls advance at the gym, the worth-it tuition does increase. But God, the Universe and Action will always provide. Yeah, she did so well! She'd fallen on the full turn both times in warm-up, but she pulled it off. Just a couple wobbles — nice saves, tho! And 1/10 taken off for going 1 second past the second bell. Did you hear the bells? A ding, then a ding-ding.
HILARY, DEAREST MY LOVELY HILARY!! Let me post this, as my computer's been very naughty lately and has been crashing…. hold on…
On 5 March 2013 at 11:28 am
Jannie said,
Okay, Hils, my computer complied and posted. Seems lately if I don't "talk" to it for a while it gets cranky and wants attention.
Yes, my dear — and part of said business venture today involves continued attention to the big corner in this house I'm clearing out for a bed and a dresser. I'm finding bags of Kelly's BABY CLOTHES in there!!! A few she wore a lot I've bagged and stored and the rest for donation. As I mentioned to Daisy above, it's an eBay / Craigslist selling thing. A bit daunting but… load by load we are chipping away at it! Yes, and soon her training will move up to 25 hours weekly from her current 22. So, most likely no DS Pokemon games until the weekend. Bed time is 10:00, firm! She wakes at 7:15 on a school day, and half an hour earlier on many Saturdays. But — she LOVES it. Our gym owner gave these Super Texas Seven yesterday off gym. And they have today off every week, anyway. And she's been all "Oh, I wish they HADN'T given us any days off, because I can't wait to get back and… hold on…
gonna publish…
On 5 March 2013 at 11:29 am
Jannie said,
Oh, so what was I saying?? Yes, she can't wait to get back to gym and see what they'll get to do next!!
On 5 March 2013 at 1:56 pm
Ruth said,
That was awesome to watch, Jannie – yeah, Kelly!
On 5 March 2013 at 5:30 pm
LL Cool Joe said,
Wow what a star, she's excellent, and you can tell from her face she loves it!!
Good luck with your business venture!
On 5 March 2013 at 6:00 pm
Talon said,
I tip my hat to Kelly! (not that I'm wearing one, but if I was I would definitely tip it!) Amazing!
Good luck with your venture, Jannie. The internet always feels less shiny and bright without you on it! xxx
On 5 March 2013 at 8:06 pm
Lynn said,
Woo hoo! Go Kelly and go you, for getting her to that point. That's a lot of driving around, I imagine, but I know it's worth it. Love that happy face on her.
On 6 March 2013 at 6:28 am
G B Miller said,
Excellence for Kelly! And good luck with your business venture, I know you'll have success. And thanks for letting us know that something very necessary will keep you away from the blog world for a spell. It's much better to know that there's a known reason for the disappearance as opposed to suddenly vanishing without a word.
On 6 March 2013 at 9:56 am
Colleen@LooseLeafNotes said,
Excellent photos. I remember those days, only for me (who has boys) it was soccer and wrestling. All the best on your new venture. Catch you later!
On 6 March 2013 at 9:01 pm
Jannie said,
Dearest Ruth, thanks so much! I must've watched it at least 20 times already, and I enjoy it every time. Glad you liked too! It's just amazing to see her progress, and I wonder what she will do next.
Joey!! Her poise and confidence in this leave me quite happy. Her enjoyment and relaxed mode was obvious, compared to some of her earlier meets. Olympics 2020, perhaps!?
But now I have to zip away as I see the young gymnast and her dad are back!!
See the rest of you later!
On 7 March 2013 at 3:25 am
SnaggleTooth said,
Glad Kelly is doing so well in her class 6! She's obviously very talented in her sport!
There's a level 7, 12 year old from here also doing very well internationally- named Jillian Rawding. Maybe she'll run into Kelly? She was in the paper this week.
Hope your checking account gets filled up with more money to spend very soon!
On 7 March 2013 at 7:25 pm
Jannie said,
TALON, pretty cool, huh? The difference between what she could do a year ago and now is mind-boggling. And as long as she's down with gymnastics, so am I! I put on a good 8 hours today on the Venture. Feels good indeed. And keeping so physically active I can eat all I want!! Oh, and ahhhhhhhh on your last sentence — thanks!!
yes, Dear LYNNIE, a bit of driving to and fro, but as you say… totally worth it!! She can look back at what she's achieved and always be proud of herself. It will be fun to share the next updates of her progress. Yes, that beaming pic of her is awesome. She's not made it to 1st on the podium, but I'm sure she'll have plenty of that experience too, with her cheerful winning "can-do" attitude.
Hey G.B.!! I am getting a nice blog break now after busting butt all day moving stuff. Feels good to work those lifting and organizing muscles! I know I've been an infrequent poster of late, but it won't always be so. Working on my new songs too, trying to make time for my music and getting a good 1-hour show together. I'm actually getting there! By this summer I'll have a nice solid show ready, whoooohoooooo.
COLLEEN!!! How awesome to see you!! So sweet of you to check in on the Funsterment crowd. I appreciate it! Soccer and wrestling, I bet that kept you hopping!! They will get to do a fair bit of out-of-state travel once they hit Level 7. That oughta be an adventure!! Looking forward to seeing Chicago.
SNAGGLE!!! Kelly was born doing gymnastics. Well, I exaggerate, of course, but she crawled up steps at 5 months, and never stopped climbing. Yes, you remember her 2 broken arm episodes since we've been blogging buddies. WOW, I Googled Jillian — awesome!!!!! She's doing so great. Amazing what the mind can overcome after an injury. Thanks for sharing that. Well, my checking account is not too high at the moment, but God willing it will replenish soon!!
On 8 March 2013 at 9:12 am
Dr. J said,
She's doing great!!
I love gymnastics! Our Florida gymnastics team is ranked either I or 2 in the country!! They just set a school record with a near perfect team score!
It's fun to see kids like your daughter, knowing that the members of our team all went through these stages on their way to the top!
On 8 March 2013 at 12:53 pm
Sara said,
Wowzer!!! That video of her beam work was fantastic. I've always thought that was the hardest apparatus to do and she did a beautiful performance.
I loved the middle picture — all the little girls in their colors; some hugging, some with their hands in the air and some "beaming" with happiness, like your own:~)
It is both thrilling and scary to watch a child do sports. My eldest played tennis and my youngest was an equestrian. Regardless of which sport, my heart always in my throat! But both girls loved what they did and it was a thrill to watch them. Enjoy it and the time you spend with Kelly.
On 11 March 2013 at 11:36 am
Jo Mifflin said,
OMG ~ Jannie!!! ~ Kelly is freaking amazing, just like you of course she is terrific, you must be so proud of her… I started to clap when she dismounted ~ what a absolute star… Love you all so much
On 12 March 2013 at 9:50 pm
Jannie said,
Yay, I'm here! I'm here. And Blue Bunny's in the tulips. I think he needs butterflies and a robin.
Anyway, I'm eating this Really Fabulous yogourt.
And my hair looks so great today.
But back to Kelly on the beam, and such…
I made the below poster and displayed it on the team bulletin board of her gym last week…
I'll actually put it in the NEXT comment.
On 12 March 2013 at 10:39 pm
Jannie said,
On 14 March 2013 at 8:27 pm
Jannie said,
I am eating raw almonds.
Not bad. Not great. But not bad.
Cake would be great. But unto each thing it's time, and for everything a purpose under heaven.
That is AWESOME, Dr. J. !!! Kelly and I will for sure Google your State team. She and I really enjoyed YouTubing the recent American Cup, and catching the Girls teams match — Lousiana State vs. Alabama. Those women are amazing!!! Kelly actually expresses interest in going for a gymnastics scholarship at some U.S college. You go, Kelly-Girl!!! Yeah, how cool would it be to see some home video of the current reigning U.S. Women's Gold Medal Winning Olympic athletes as little girls. I love that I have video of Kelly as young as age 3 or 4 at her first gymnastics show! She loved the moves from the start!!
Gonna go ahead and hit Post on this, as my computer's ghost is up rattling around again lately, and crashing the nodes…
Posting….. in
On 14 March 2013 at 9:04 pm
Patricia said,
I remember pictures you posted of Kelly in a coffee shop and her legs were just straight up from the table…performing then with bigger futures in mind.
Good luck on your business ventures.
On 14 March 2013 at 9:38 pm
Jannie said,
Hi Dear Sara Girl. Yep. A big wowzer for me too seeing her new stuff. To me it's the hardest too. Tho bars can be a challenge, so much strength needed. Beam is Kelly's fave, yay, next bars, then floor, then vault. I'm thinking of getting her a private lesson vault, if she wants. She says floor can be really exhausting. Tennis and horses require a lot of strength and stamina on the part of the athlete. Do either of your girls keep it up these days?
Jo, Jo my blossom that grows
and beautifies the lane
You are always sunshine
that clears away the rain.
I love you in the morning
And in the afternoon.
I love you by the sunset.
And by the light of every moon.
So glad to get your comment, as I was feeling a little sad about my ice cream spoon getting bent trying to scoop my coffee Haagen Dazs out a few minutes ago. Now my spoon is all bent up like the letter "S" but I shall donate it to the spoon museum I shall one day open on the other side of my donut shop. And I have lots more nice spoons, thankfully more sturdily made than the one that just crapped out. I am currently having some nice Yogi brand "Throat Comfort" tea. Each bag has a little zen-ism on the tag. This one reads….. "A Relaxed Mind Is A Creative Mind." I like that! My teabag yesterday said. "Work, but remember to live." So today I've done pretty-much nothing but live. (Tho, I did just do up eBay labels for 4 parcels to set out for Postie tomorrow. Mailed 3 today too.) The Pea is at a sleepover, which will be a back-to-back, as I am hosting the other girl tomorrow night. They better get some sleep tonight!! Luckily, I can sleep in tomorrow morning to be ready to face 2 potentially cranky girls in the morrow. This week is Spring Break and Kelly has a full 9 days off, counting the 2 weekends. She and I have been having a ball doing lots of fun local touristy things. Tomorrow will be Zilker Park, probably. And out own park which is great because, tho the lake is still pretty cold, the air temps are in the 80s. Nice for swimming and such. Well, my dear, Jannie is going to enjoy some more of her tea and then who knows what? Maybe some song lyrics, blog hopping or putting some new pics up on my "Other Stuff" page. Love to you my dear…….
On 14 March 2013 at 9:57 pm
Jannie said,
Well, Dear Lovely Patricia, like an angel butterfly you alight here again. Yes, yes, yes, I remember that coffee shop post indeed — Kelly doing her acrobatics in the booth we were sitting in. Gosh, that must'be been 3 years ago now! She was still at her old school, Parkside. Oh goodness, that free-spirited child of ours. I'm so grateful she's enjoying everything about her gymnastics experience. I just signed her up for a week long summer sleep-away camp at the gymnastics program at a university in another state. Looks like about 25 or so girls, maybe more from her gym are going to it too. They'll get to travel there by bus, and stay in college dorms. Wish I could be 11 again, and her twin and going too!!!! So wonderful to see you back, my dear — I've missed you so much!!! I do check in on your blog from time to time.
blessings and clean dishes!!!!!
On 15 March 2013 at 7:18 am
Leslie said,
so excited for Kelly / lots to be proud of mama (she's growing up to be a fine young woman)ackk keep her a little girl
Also excited for you hope the business venture is an exciting ride for you and your friend
stopped by to leave some moon dust, a hug, and a smile
On 15 March 2013 at 9:29 pm
Jannie said,
I know, Leslie, she is growing up so fast. Yet… this week, Spring Break, it's been a joy to see her still loving playgrounds, asking to go to the Childrens' Museum, and she and her friend made sand castles this afternoon at the little sandy beach at the lake. May we ALL keep the sweet spirit of childhood fun in our hearts.
LOVE your moon dust, Girl!! A real treasure from this miracle of stars that reminds me that tho we may not be on each others' blogs as much as we may have in the past, we are ever friends.
Business venture….. panned on working on the storage locker clearing / selling venture today, but a little detour mapped out an alternate adventure for me. Looking forward to putting on my sneakers and stretchy pants to get some more loads tomorrow! Might even don a hat if it does not mar my freshly-coiffed tresses.
Hug, moon dust and your smile exactly what I'd secretly ordered from the Universe earlier today. Thanks!! Love you, Sweetie!!!!
On 20 March 2013 at 5:49 pm
Heaven said,
Love the video & pictures of your daughter, she is very talented ~
Congrats to her and the team ~
And good luck on your business venture ~ Take care ~
On 20 March 2013 at 9:35 pm
SnaggleTooth said,
Just popping by to wish you a Happy Spring!
On 21 March 2013 at 11:30 pm
Jannie said,
Thank you Dearest Grace Heaven, I was thinking about your comment earlier and her talent. She's always loved to climb, jump and test her physical abilities. She was only 3 months old when I was building a block tower at a bank to amuse her and she reached out and knocked it down! She crawled up into the kitchen (only 2 steps and quite a low rise) at 5 months. I remember her cousin Georg was here and him saying "Well, what are YOU doing all the way up here?" And that shining look of success on her face then. And when she took her first steps at age 10 mos. Anyway, late night reminiscing here. Yep, working away at the gainly employ for about 8 hours a day.
Snaggle, Bo Baggle… Thanks for the spring wishes! Has it sprung your way too? I think summer actually kicked in here too for a couple afternoons. Did you tip a solstice cocktail to the stars? Or is it the other one, what's that called? Summer Solstice and Winter whatchamacallit? I guess we're in Equinox now. Spring has sprung. I bought my bedding impatiens today. And got a FREE slightly damaged bag of organic soil for only a penny. Yep!!!
On 22 March 2013 at 5:32 pm
k and b said,
How long has she done gymnastics? How many levels are there?
On 22 March 2013 at 5:53 pm
Liara Covert said,
Amazing stories you share here. tashi loves swimming and other sports too. We are each drawn to experiences that expand our spirit and allow us to explore new degrees of freedom.
On 23 March 2013 at 3:30 pm
MaryDE said,
Ah, but our little stars need the check-writers . Super-congrats to Kelly.
On 23 March 2013 at 3:35 pm
claudia said,
oh that's awesome..she moves so elegantly…really wow.. i can imagine how proud you are…
On 23 March 2013 at 3:48 pm
brian miller said,
hey you…it is good to see you…how are you? i guess in two weeks since i read this your girls in the olympic trials already…ha…just playing….great to see you…
On 25 March 2013 at 3:02 pm
Jannie said,
So, Dudes! Here are 2 pix I took this morning…
Pretty good weekend in Business Venture sales.
It takes teamwork, of course. Hubby helps out too. I like being his boss.
K & B — you all are AWESOME!! So glad to see you out and about for a comment. Thanks. Well… Kelly began her first gymnastics training at age 2 or 3 (I'd have to look at the Properties on the jpegs to see the actual date. She had a great 2 years with "The Little Gym" then tried Kung Fu, ballet and tap for 2 years, or so. Then started once a week at age 7 at the gym we are still lucky to be part of. A little over a year ago she made it onto the competitive team, after 3.5 FUN years advancing to the top of the "Golden Girls" on the recreational side. I asked her in the car a few weeks ago what her favorite parts of her week days were and she replied… "Lunch, and getting to go to gymnastics." Oh, her gym goes to Level 10, then it's on to college, or I guess the Olympic and other International levels. Hope she wins. All those product endorsements she'll star in will set me up right nicely in donuts for all time.
Dearest Liara, maybe you have an Olympic Swimming candidate on your hands?? I love seeing what kids will gravitate towards, it's amazing what they can achieve. New degrees of freedom and expanded spirit are what I've been experiencing here a lot today on this fun Monday! There is a magic about the day.
MaryD, why I do believe it's been such a while since you popped in for tea! Feels like old times, my friend. Yes, and with a gymnastics home that puts its heart and soul into training, while making it fun, with respect for all is truly a PRICEless. As to checks, I could write them "all day long" but covering them is important too. Luckily I can work flexibly from home, and make myself available for Her Gymnastics-ness chauffeuring needs. And sorry you were in "Pending" comments there for 2 days, been that long since I've been here.
Claudia, elegantly yes, a great word for her and this performance! And too bad I cut the video off so quickly, she was absolutely BEAMING after this beam performance to have gotten that full turn. Oh well, there will be more beam beaming, and I'm sure more for bars, vaulting and floor exercise too, and hopefully for many many years to come!!
Hi Brian, that's so nice of you to come back. You always go so above and beyond the blogging call of duty. And we all appreciate you so much!! ya know….. she very well could be doing even more advanced moves than this in the 2 or 3 weeks since I posted this. When she catches onto something, she really gets it, and is inspired to the next lessons. Yep, enjoyed a bit of blog hopping earlier this week.
And now….. I am going to another place…
On 25 March 2013 at 6:17 pm
Chris Edgar said,
I love it — she has her zany smile even on the award platform. Just think, you get to be the first among the entourage of chauffeurs and check-writers that will soon surround her. Assuming Olympic gymnasts get surrounded by such people. If they don't, they should.
On 25 March 2013 at 11:23 pm
k and b said,
She started that early?? WOW.
On 26 March 2013 at 10:21 am
Alice Audrey said,
She just gets better and better at it. That beam routine is amazingly polished.
Good luck and work hard on the business venture. Sounds like things are going well for you on that front.
On 27 March 2013 at 4:53 pm
Sara said,
I hope you're busy going to gymnastic events and wrapping packages.I watched the beam event again and marveled at how Kelly manages. That's such a difficult apparatus, but she does it so well.
To be honest, I miss your poetry. It always delights me. There's a joyful quality about the way you write; it makes me feel like I'm skipping as I read it. This may not be the best way to explain, but I want you to know I think you're a great poet.
Happy day to you!
On 28 March 2013 at 12:45 am
Jannie said,
Yes, Dear Chris, they should get that treatment and more, like sported around on one of those canopied pillow-laden things carried by 4 servants (or bodyguards,) fanned at every turn when it's summer, and warmed by the glow of coals in antique copper during the colder months.
Karen, that was her first formal training. Starting at 6 months she and I did a lot of Mommy and me classes at Gymboree, sometimes up to 4 times a week…
but I'll have to let you go, sorry.
I was out on a "girls night in" earlier, so tired now. 1 more day of school — then I can actually SLEEP IN three mornings in a row if I so desire!! Easter Break from early morning gymnastics too.
I'll finish this comment another time. And Hopefully soon!
On 28 March 2013 at 11:02 am
jo miffo said,
Hi sugar
Guess what??? My poopster will be 21 on the 5th April Just one day after another very special birthday
On 29 March 2013 at 3:33 pm
Talon said,
Dropping in (not sure if you'll see this or not) to wish you and Jim and Kelly a very Happy Easter! xxx
On 4 April 2013 at 2:20 pm
Jannie said,
I'm here. I'm here!!
How are you all.
Alice Audrey — I was pretty amazed to see her skill and polish now. Got the business project pretty-much all sewn up, as much as we can for now! Done with the storage locker 100%, wheeeeeeeeee. Sold quite a bit of stuff with lots more to go. And went on a china buy yesterday. And you know what?? I am actually liking this working "real job" stuff. Looking forward to posting again soon, tho. Maybe jump in for the Tuesday poem fest over at dVerse. I miss you guys a lot!!
SARA!!!! I miss you so much too. You are super, super, super awesome (as I sure hope you know.) I have been writing some poems into my iPhone in the car when inspiration strikes. Thanks for being here again, your visits are always a magical spot in my day. And guess what?? Kelly's coach requested her to have a private lesson for the next level of beam, so that's pretty awesome. Her coach is really tough (in a good way, of course.) That means Kelly's been doing awesome (Coach's exact words.) And Kelly loved the lesson. whoohooo.
JO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! xoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoox TWENTY-ONE tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Happy birthday tomorrow, Pascell!!!!!!!!!!! HAPPY DAY, DEAR JO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! XOXOOXOXOXOOXOXOOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!XOOXOXOOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOOX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!XOOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOXOOXOX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!XOXOOXOXOOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOOXO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!XOOXOXOOXOXOOXOXOXOOXOXOXOOXOXOOXOXO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TALON!!!! I hope your Easter was as great as ours. And THANK YOU for popping back in. Thanks SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!! I'll be out and about soon. Want to put up 30 new auctions, then run rampant through the wildflowered blogging meadows.
On 11 April 2013 at 12:40 pm
Linda said,
Hi Jannie,
Time flies doesn't it? I thought I'd been here for this one but guess I just read it on the fly and didn't get back. You have quite an accomplished daughter, and I know you're proud. I hope Spring has sprung for you. Our weather went from a cold March to a very warm April. What happened to Spring?
Anyway, I hope you and yours are well. Have a great weekend!
On 11 April 2013 at 9:48 pm
SnaggleTooth said,
Hi Jannie! We're not planting things outside here yet. More almost frozen rain to walk thru tomorrow. A teeny Weenie tiny Thyme sprouted in my kitchen finally today. See if I can keep some going all year again. Maybe the basil will come up too….
Planted Impatien seeds n still waiting for those too.
Good luck with all those auctions!
On 16 April 2013 at 6:28 pm
Jannie said,
Thanks ladies, I read your comments days ago and started replying but time pulled me elsewhere.
Linda — you're a peach, as usual! Spring is glorious here. My pittosporums are totally abuzz with honey bees. I wonder where there hives are? Maybe I could follow them home some how. Guess I'll have to grow wings and shrink myself first.
Snaggle, any parsley, sage or rosemary with that thyme? Sounds wonderful, that and basil. I bought impatiens seedlings, all doing well. Luckily, I got them all in just before 2 days of rain last week, whoohooo.
On 17 April 2013 at 11:50 pm
Alice Audrey said,
I could never the the dverse poetry thing figured out. Not sure where my brain synapses are missing, but whenever I go over there I can't figure out how to plug in.
On 18 April 2013 at 11:39 pm
Jannie said,
Alice, you old whippersnapper you at commenting, who should be home fluffing up your Jack & Jill crinolines… I was having a problem plugging in at DVerse then I tried commenting a little before 2:00 on the previous post and / or Following them on the previous post and it let me in. Elsewise I kept F5ing and F5ing to comment but Mister Linky did reject my advances. Is what you mean by plugging in? Or just getting a poem ready and generically joining in? My synapses are prettymuch kaput.
On 26 April 2013 at 12:59 am
Alice Audrey said,
Just figuring out how they work. Brian would have little comments at the bottom of his posts of what was expected, but I could never put what was expected from the site in enough time to do anything with it.


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Large Ensemble Handbook
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Mission of the Large Ensemble Office
The mission of the Large Ensemble Office is to serve both the students and conducting faculty of the Boston Conservatory Ensembles. We will make every effort accommodate requests.
Table of Contents:
Large Ensemble Information and Staff
Scheduling: Ensembles Bulletin Board
Artistic Grading
Attendance Grading
Audio and Video Recording Waiver
This handbook comprises our agreement with each other, and serves to protect the musical working environment within which we practice our art. These policies and procedures are designed to create a safe, productive, and enjoyable ensemble experience for all.
Regardless of your experience level, you must read, understand, and familiarize yourself with all of the practices contained in this handbook to make your years at the Conservatory successful.
Large Ensemble Information and Staff
The Boston Conservatory has numerous instrumental ensembles including: Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Hemenway Strings, Chamber Orchestra, Sinfonietta, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Saxophone Ensemble, Opera, Dance, Musical Theater, and others. Placement into all ensembles is by audition at the beginning of the school year.
Faculty and staff members involved with large ensembles include:
Bruce Hangen (Director of Orchestral Activities and Orchestra Conductor)
Mr. Hangen serves as the artistic director and conductor of the Orchestra, conducts Chamber Orchestra and chairs the conducting program
Eric Hewitt (Wind Ensemble Conductor)
Mr. Hewitt serves as the artistic director and conductor of the Wind Ensemble and New Music Festival, and conducts Sinfonietta and Orchestra Repertoire.
Larry Isaacson (Associate Director, Music Division)
Mr. Isaacson, who also serves as the chair of the Brass Department and interim chair of the String Department, is responsible for logistics, planning, and support of the ensembles and artistic directors above, as well as others such as Opera, Theater and Dance ensembles. He leads the process of advance season planning, assists preparations for guest conductors and soloists, coordinates productions involving the Dance, Opera and Theater divisions, coordinates the purchasing and renting of parts and scores, oversees attendance taking for the ensembles, oversees planned and emergency absences of student musicians, hires and processes contracts for guest performers, and oversees long-term space and facilities planning.
Ryland Bennett (Concert Manager)
Ryland works with the artistic directors above, other staff, and his own student support workers to support ensemble needs in the areas of equipment moves and placement, set-up, and take down.
In addition to the four key individuals named above, there are various support staff who work with the instrumental ensembles.
- The Ensembles Coordinator (Michelle Zwi) oversees ensemble attendance, scheduling, and grade distribution.
- The Ensemble Manager (Lindsey Stein) takes attendance and oversees the other attendance takers.
- The Ensemble Assistants (TBA and TBA) assist the conductors in their area and also take attendance in the ensembles.
- The Performance Librarian (Ryan Fossier) and his staff are responsible for organizing, distributing, and collecting all performance materials.
Scheduling: Ensembles Bulletin Board
The Ensembles bulletin board is the glass bulletin board located near the Admissions office in 8 The Fenway. This is one of two official sources for information, the other being the website. Please consult the bulletin board or website regularly for schedule information (including schedule changes), program and personnel information, seating assignments, rehearsal order, and other important information. Students are responsible for the information posted here. If you have any questions regarding the posted materials, see the Ensembles Coordinator or the Large Ensemble Manager.
School Closings
Very rarely, the decision will be made to close the Conservatory due to weather-related or other emergency conditions. The most common reason for this sort of cancellation is to permit our commuter staff to be able to return home safely when bad weather is anticipated
Unless the Conservatory is officially closed, it is assumed that offices, classes and performances will remain on a"business as usual" basis throughout the regularly scheduled day regardless of whether conditions.
If necessary, the decision will be made to close the Conservatory due to whether-related or other emergency conditions. If the school is closed, no events will be held, including student recitals and evening performances. The Conservatory posts official information using a variety of means:
- e-mail to all students via the @bostonconservatory.edu address on file
- posting on the TBC homepage.
- text message and voicemail through the emergency notification system
- posting on the official ensemble board of the Music Division
- radio and tv stations including WBZ 1030AM, WBZ-TV (channel 4), and WCVB-TV (channel 5)
In these situations, students giving individual recitals are urged to contact both Audio Visual Services (Richard Malcolm, firstname.lastname@example.com) and Concert Services (Ryland Bennett, firstname.lastname@example.com) to confirm details of the performance. Keeping in close contact with these offices will allow them to coordinate the services we have available. Emergency closures happen very rarely, but when they do happen we will make every effort to provide each of you with the most current and accurate information available.
Student Contact Information
Contact information for all ensemble members will be gathered at the start of the school year. It is your responsibility to check your Boston Conservatory e-mail address, where all of the large ensemble communications will be sent. Sudden schedule changes or weather-related cancellations may be relayed to students via phone, so please remember to keep an up-to-date phone number on file.
Entrance into all ensembles is by audition. All new and returning students are required to play an audition at the beginning of the school year for a panel that will include a variety of faculty members, chairs, and artistic directors. Remember that the auditions are to determine your proficiency and will influence both your seating and ensemble assignments for the entire year – so make the most of the opportunity.
Seating Assignments
Seating assignments are generally done by the chair of each department. They are based primarily on the auditions held in September, but also through ongoing performance reviews by the appropriate conductor and individual private lesson teachers.
Seating assignments may vary from program to program. Assignments are intended to achieve an appropriate degree of rotation throughout the season while considering repertoire requirements relative to playing strengths. If you have questions about your seating within an ensemble, please direct these questions to the chair of your department.
Barring unforeseen emergencies, such as a sudden change in program, we will have seating assignments posted four weeks prior to the first rehearsal of any given cycle. To better assist us, Excused Absence Request (EAR) forms are due no later than two weeks prior to the first rehearsal of any cycle. It allows us enough time to make any necessary changes before the music is handed out. Thank you for your consideration of this deadline.
Instrument Loans
Please note that the Performance Librarian and her staff are in charge of the instrument library. Please contact them to borrow any of our instruments. These currently include: (2) Piccolos, Flute, Alto Flute, Eb Clarinet, English Horn, Alto Clarinet, Bass Clarinets (3), Contrabass Clarinet, Contrabassoon, Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone (2), Baritone Saxophone, Piccolo Trumpet, Cornet, Flugelhorn (2), Alto Trombone, Bass Trombone, and Euphonium.
Section Requirements
Strings, Winds, and Brass
At the discretion of the conductor, sectionals may be required in addition to daily rehearsals. Assigned sectionals are scheduled and coached by Conservatory faculty or guest artists. Additional sectional rehearsals may be scheduled outside the regular large ensemble rehearsal time and led by the principal player of the section. Attendance for such extra sectionals is not mandatory, but it is expected you will make every reasonable attempt to attend at least one extra sectional rehearsal per concert program when it is called at the request of the conductor.
Strings – Alternate Policy
The Boston Conservatory maintains a policy of alternate string players in the event a vacancy occurs before or during a production. The alternate may be assigned to play at any time during the rehearsal process and you should be prepared accordingly.
If you are an alternate, you are required to be available for any or all rehearsals and performances in the event a vacancy occurs. If the alternate player wishes to be released from this commitment for any personal or employment reason, s/he must seek approval first from the Associate Director of the Music Division, Larry Isaacson.
All assigned percussionists for a given event are expected to assist the percussion liaison in setting up and breaking down rehearsals. In addition, all assigned percussionists are responsible for being present and participating in load-ins and load-outs, which usually occur several times during a concert cycle. Times will be posted on the percussion bulletin board in Ipswich.
When small instruments are required, the assigned player is responsible for supplying the instrument (snare drum, triangle, claves, etc.).
All great orchestras of the world have, as one component of their greatness, the characteristic of discipline. Elements of discipline include such things as starting and stopping on time, tuning in an orderly and sensible way, staying fully present to the conductor as the rehearsal proceeds, listening intently, stopping immediately when the conductor stops conducting, writing and marking music appropriately, speaking with colleagues only when absolutely necessary, and as minimally and quietly as possible, and so forth. Discipline also involves what one brings to the rehearsal with them: a fully prepared and practiced part; a positive, open and expectant attitude; and, of course, a pencil! This code of conduct is universal, and the sooner you make a habit of it, the more satisfaction you will derive from your participation in ensemble.
Rehearsals begin precisely on time. Arrive early enough to unpack, soak reeds, warm-up, and get your music in order before tuning. Allow extra time for unexpected delays or problems. To be considered on time, you need to be in your seat and ready to play at the posted start time for the rehearsal. Entering the rehearsal space at the start time or later, in addition to disrupting your peers, is considered tardy and will result in the appropriate grading penalty.
The rehearsal time for all ensembles is weekdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. While not every ensemble will meet every day for the entire semester, students must keep this time available for sectionals and other ensemble requirements. Also, see "Additional Ensemble Times 2014-2015" for additional times that students enrolled in Large Ensembles must be available.
Tuning Procedure for all ensembles
At rehearsals and concerts, the concertmaster requests an A-440 from the principal oboist. The A-440 is given to each section in the following order:
1. Woodwinds
2. Brass
3. Basses, Cellos & Violas
4. Violins
Please tune quickly, but carefully, during the allotted time and not while another section is tuning. Once the first tuning A is sounded, there is to be no talking during the entire tuning procedure, even if you have already tuned.
Ensemble Etiquette
Failure to understand these written and unwritten codes of conduct in the professional world might well cost a musician his or her job. Fortunately, at The Boston Conservatory, most mistakes do not have such a permanent and devastating effect. However, failures in observing these procedures will result in lower final grades, failing grades (meaning your four-year degree has just become a five-year degree!) or, in extreme cases, expulsion from an ensemble.
Additional elements of ensemble etiquette, for everyone to understand, include these guidelines:
- Remain facing forward, and do not talk while the conductor rehearses individuals or sections other than yours.
- There should be no conversation during rehearsal. Whenever the conductor begins to speak in rehearsal you should assume he is speaking to you. To use that time to ask your own questions of others is disrespectful of the conductor and your colleagues. Even in the occasional question of bowing, if you cannot simply follow your conductor's and principal's leadership then wait until a declared break, or end of the rehearsal to ask your question.
- Stop playing immediately when the conductor stops conducting. This is the sign of a truly great (and truly respectful) orchestra, and a way in which the orchestra communicates its esteem to the conductor. To continue playing after the conductor has stopped indicates lack of attention (if accidental) and extreme disrespect (if intentional).
- While the conductor is working with others, you must remain silent, both verbally and musically. Listen to the conductor's comments anyway; it is more than likely that they apply to you too.
- If you become aware of an inadequacy on your own part, make a note (mental or physical) of the passage which needs your attention, and attend to it in the practice room.
- Gum, candy, food, and drinks, including coffee, are not allowed in rehearsal. The only exception is water in a covered container.
- Technology Clause: Student and guest performer use of computer-driven devices is not allowed in rehearsals or performances. This is including, but not limited to: phone, tablets, laptops, TV's, projectors, radios, or other internet capable devices. All performers (guests and students alike) are expected to abide by this policy, or else they will be removed from rehearsal. The only student allowed to have a powered-up device is the attendance taker (phone only) and for means of communication around issues ONLY related to the rehearsal or performance at hand.
- Cell phones must be turned off for the duration of the rehearsal. All phone conversations and text messaging should happen outside of the rehearsal itself and outside of the entire rehearsal time.
- Special note for strings: Section string players all follow their section leader in the execution of bowings and articulations, whether or not you personally agree with them. It is the responsibility of each player on each stand to observe the stand in front of them and make all changes to the parts as the front stand makes them.
- Special note for winds & brass: The Principal player is a "co-captain" of the "team", and is a representative of the conductor. It is the responsibility of all members of any section to follow the lead of the principal player, in terms of blend, articulation, dynamics and any other musical facet the principal decides.
- Ensemble members should come prepared to remain in the room for the entire rehearsal duration. Leaving rehearsal for the bathroom is allowed only for rare and exceptional times of emergency.
- Before rehearsals and concerts, playing should be limited only to that required to warm-up on your instrument. Avoid louder-faster-higher excerpt playing, out of respect for your colleagues, all of whom are also trying to tune and warm-up before rehearsal. Ensemble members all share the same acoustical space, so it is important to bear this in mind. Before a concert, it becomes even more important to be aware that others are hearing us and to balance our need to warm up with our desire to preserve an attractive sound world for them.
- Ensemble members are expected to be in attendance at the entire rehearsal unless specifically excused in advance by the conductor. If you are playing a part that is significantly tacet, remain in the room unless you specifically have been excused by the conductor.
- All rehearsal schedules, no matter how specific, are always subject to change at the last minute at the conductor's discretion, based on how the rehearsal cycle is progressing. Therefore, please always keep the entire rehearsal period in reserve, even if you might not initially be called for the entire period.
The Performance Librarian and her assistants are responsible for the distribution and collection of all music. Music will normally be available two weeks prior to the first rehearsal and can be picked up in the library space in the Ipswich building. Library hours vary but are clearly posted on the large ensemble board at the beginning of the week. You must pick up your own music before the first rehearsal. Students will not be allowed to pick up music for another student. At the end of the final concert, please place your music in the box provided off-stage. Do NOT leave your music on the music stand. String players who have an extra set of parts must return them at the concert as well.
In cases of bad page turns in your individual part, you are personally responsible for alleviating the situation by making a photocopy. The librarian is not responsible for this particular issue.
For those students who do not return their music at the final concert, music must be returned to the library within three days after each performance.
- Beginning on the fourth day, there will be a $1 fine for each day an item is overdue with a maximum fine of $15.
- Additionally, you will receive notification that a replacement charge of $50 per piece has also been added to your tuition bill.
- If you return the material by the last day of classes for that semester, this charge will be reversed on TBC owned materials only, but not on rental materials. The $15 overdue fine will be charged in either event, and cannot be removed.
Your ensemble grade will have two components to it.
- An artistic grade is determined by the ensemble conductors and includes musical understanding, preparation and improvement, personal conduct, ensemble etiquette, cooperation and contribution to the ensemble.
- In addition, your attendance at each activity (concerts, rehearsals, sectionals, or other meetings) is mandatory. Absences and tardies from required ensemble activities will affect your final grade. The artistic grade will be submitted by the conductors and in most cases shared with the students within a couple of weeks of the end of a concert cycle. The attendance penalties will be added to the artistic grades at the end of the semester.
Attendance Grading
Your attendance at each activity (concerts, rehearsals, sectionals, or other meetings) is mandatory. Absences from required ensemble activities will affect the final grade in the following ways:
- Each unexcused absence from a required ensemble activity will result in the lowering of the artistic grade for that cycle by 15 points.
- Students who are not in their chair and ready to play at the posted start time for the rehearsal will be considered late to rehearsal. Each tardy will carry a penalty of 5 points off the artistic grade for that cycle. Students who arrive at rehearsal more than 20 minutes late are recorded as absent from that rehearsal.
- Attendance at dress rehearsals and concerts is mandatory. Penalties for absence and tardiness are doubled for all dress rehearsals and concerts. A dress rehearsal consists of any full dress rehearsal prior to the concert as well as any warm-up rehearsals.
A maximum of two excused absences per semester are allowed, and authorizations are given only for serious reasons. Such things as non-emergency doctor appointments, private lessons, or recital participation should not be scheduled during rehearsal time and are not considered valid criteria for an excused absence.
As a courtesy, anytime you will be missing a rehearsal on late notice, please make sure to email both Mr. Isaacson AND the conductor of your ensemble so that they know you will not be in attendance. It can be disruptive to a rehearsal to have you absent without any warning to the conductor.
If you are sick or have an emergency, you can be excused for a rehearsal once per semester without documentation by leaving a message at least fifteen minutes before the rehearsal begins on Mr. Isaacson's answering machine at 617-912-9246 or at his email address - firstname.lastname@example.com. This does not apply to dress rehearsals or performances. Doctor's notes will be required for additional absences. Any request for an excused absence one day before, during or one day after a school break will also need a doctor's note.
The following are examples of acceptable excused absences
- Illness with a doctor's note (original notes are due no later than 1 week after absence)
- A significant audition, performance or educational experience (with at least 2 weeks' notice prior to the first rehearsal of the concert cycle that would include your excused absence)
- Family emergency
- You are allowed to request a rehearsal off on the day of your recital, as long as it is not the final 2 rehearsals of a cycle. It is best to schedule your recital so that there is no conflict with rehearsals and performances, but if you must schedule your recital during a concert cycle, please request the rehearsal off for your recital day at least 2 weeks before the first rehearsal of that cycle so that we can easily accommodate your request.
You will find a complete schedule of events that happen outside of the regular weekday rehearsal times. If you become aware that you will have a conflict with any of these dates, please see Mr. Isaacson in the Music Division office immediately.
To be excused from any performance, consult with the chair of your department. They will discuss the request with you and do their best to accommodate it. We are pleased to try to support outside opportunities, but only if they do not put your education or the ensemble in question in jeopardy. Requests to be excused from a complete performance cycle should ideally be made before the end of the drop/add period, but if that is not possible, no later than two (2) weeks before the first rehearsal of the concert cycle in question. After that date, only extraordinary circumstances will be considered. This timing will give us enough time to recast the ensemble and alert any new players who will be assigned to the cycle. These requests will be considered by the chair of your department in consultation with the conductors.
To be excused from any individual rehearsal, please submit an Excused Absence Request (EAR) form. These forms should be submitted as early as possible, but no later than two (2) weeks before the first rehearsal of the concert cycle that would include your excused absence. After that date, only extraordinary circumstances will be considered. These requests will be considered by the Associate Director of the Music Division in consultation with the Conductors.
Medical notes for absences must be original and must be submitted no later than one week after the date of the absence. Notes submitted later than one week after the absence will not be accepted. The use of fraudulent documents to support an Excused Absence Request will result in immediate failure of the course. Any absence that is not approved will be considered unexcused.
Please do NOT ask the Large Ensemble Coordinator, Manager, or Ensemble Conductor to excuse you from a rehearsal. They do not have the authority to do so. You must consult Larry Isaacson.
If you need to leave a rehearsal early, it will count as a tardy, unless you leave more than 20 minutes prior to the end of rehearsal in which it will count as an absence. Please fill out an EAR form as soon as possible so the ensemble conductor can plan for rehearsal.
Please note that forgery is a serious crime, and that forging a doctor's signature or treatment instructions may constitute practicing medicine without a license, which is itself a violation of the law. The Music Division will refer any suspected criminal behavior to the appropriate agency for investigation and possible prosecution.
The Conservatory has priority over outside activities, including extra-curricular performances. It also has priority over social events such as a wedding when the student is not a family member. You are expected to be available for rehearsal on all days that school is in session. Rehearsals or concerts missed due to travel plans will be considered an unexcused absence. The performance schedule for the year has been planned with the current pool of musicians in mind. Successful performances require full attendance at all rehearsals and concerts.
Artistic Grading
Each student is expected to come to rehearsals and performances with a singular focus; to perform at the highest level of musicianship while engaged in the ensemble.
Students are expected to prepare their ensemble music individually and outside of the rehearsals and to rehearse and perform to the best of their ability. Musical elements such as pitch, rhythm, intonation, phrasing, style, dynamics, dramatic interpretation, and memorization are expected to be mastered so that the ensemble may perform at the highest level.
Expectations of an "A"
You consistently watch the conductor, consistently respond to the conductor's requests, and consistently strive to perform at your best.
Your attendance is perfect. Your intonation is consistently accurate, your rhythm is consistently precise, and you produce a beautiful and characteristic tone. Your music is consistently performed with specified phrasing and style, and dynamic markings are consistently adhered to. Your music is consistently practiced outside of rehearsal and ready for the ensemble. Your music is consistently memorized as required. Your attitude is consistently positive and enthusiastic with respect for colleagues and conductor. You inspire the musicians around you.
Expectations of a "B"
You usually watch the conductor, usually respond to the conductor's requests, and usually strive to perform at your best.
Your attendance is almost perfect. Your intonation is usually accurate and you adjust well to what you hear around you. Your rhythm is usually precise, and you are sensitive to the sounds of the sections of the orchestra. You produce an appealing tone, and usually choose colors which characterize the music. Your music is usually performed with specified phrasing and style, and dynamic markings are usually adhered to. Your music is usually practiced outside of rehearsal and ready for the ensemble. Your music is usually memorized as required. Your attitude is usually positive and enthusiastic with respect for colleagues and conductor.
Expectations of a "C"
You sometimes watch the conductor, sometimes respond to the conductor's requests, and sometimes strive to perform at your best.
You have some issues with consistent attendance. Your tone and intonation are sometimes unstable, and it is not clear that you are able to adjust to what you hear around you. Your rhythm is sometimes precise, but sometimes disconnected from the ensemble pulse. Dynamic markings are sometimes overlooked, and you sometimes play out of balance. Your music is sometimes performed with specified phrasing and style, but such performance is inconsistent. Your music is sometimes practiced outside of rehearsal and ready for the ensemble, but you are sometimes unprepared. Your music is not always memorized as specified. Your attitude is sometimes positive and enthusiastic with respect for colleagues and conductor, but you sometimes need to be motivated to do your best.
Expectations of a "D"
You seldom watch the conductor, seldom respond to the conductor's requests, and seldom strive to perform at your best.
You are too often tardy or absent. Your tone and intonation are seldom stable, and it's clear to the conductor that you are not adjusting to the sounds around you. Your rhythm is seldom precise, and it is often clear that you are disconnected from the ensemble. You often seem unaware of dynamic markings, and play out of balance. Your music is seldom performed with specified phrasing and style. Your music is seldom practiced outside of rehearsal and it is often evident that you are not prepared for ensemble rehearsal. Your music is seldom memorized as specified. Your attitude is seldom positive and enthusiastic with respect for colleagues and conductor. You need special attention and persistent monitoring in order to keep up.
Expectations of an "F" Student
You almost never watch the conductor, almost never respond to the conductor's requests, and almost never strive to perform at your best.
You are so often tardy or absent that you cannot function as a member of the ensemble. Your tone and intonation are almost never stable, and you stick out of the blend of the ensemble. Your rhythm is almost never precise, and it is clear that you are disconnected from the ensemble pulse. You seem unaware of dynamic markings. Your music is almost never performed with specified phrasing and nuance, and you often get in the way of your colleagues' music making. You are usually unprepared for first rehearsals, and don't make much progress with the ensemble. Your music is almost never memorized as specified, and you often seem unaware of the conductor's requests. You appear detached, lethargic, unenthused, and uncommitted in rehearsal.
Large Ensemble Failure
If for some reason you do fail Large Ensembles (below D for undergraduates, or below B- for graduates), make sure to be in touch with Mr. Isaacson to learn about your options for making up the credit.
Audio and Video Recording Waiver
As a condition of participation in the Large Ensemble performances at The Boston Conservatory, the enrolled student agrees that:
- all rehearsals and concerts and other activities of the TBC Large Ensembles in which the student participates or attends may be recorded, filmed, or videotaped for use in personal study.
- all rehearsals and concerts and other activities of the TBC Large Ensembles in which the student participates or attends may be recorded, filmed, podcasted or videotaped for possible promotion and publicity on behalf of The Boston Conservatory.
The student's release is given freely and without any expectation of payment for any of the services or use of materials described herein.
Concert Dress
Students of The Boston Conservatory are required to own the appropriate forms of concert attire. Any student not in required concert attire is subject to a grading penalty of 5 points per performance, as well as disciplinary action, and may be excluded from performing.
The Boston Conservatory utilizes two primary dress requirements:
- Formal Concert Dress is required of all Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Sinfonietta, Hemenway Strings, String Orchestra, and Chamber Orchestra concerts.
- Informal Concert Dress is used for all pit performances such as Musical Theater, Dance, and Opera.
Concert Attire can alter by ensemble, so make sure to check with the ensemble director if you have any questions about what to wear for an event.
Attire for Women
Formal Concert Dress
- Long-sleeved black dress blouse or blazer with floor or tea length (2" above ankles) black skirt or black dress slacks
- Floor or tea-length long-sleeved black dress
- Black hosiery
- Black low to mid high heel (closed toe dress shoes)
- No low cut tops/blouses/dresses
Informal Concert Dress
- Solid black
- All black long-sleeved top/blazer and floor lenth pants/skirt.
- Floor or tea length (2" above ankles) skirt or dress.
Attire for men
Formal Concert Dress
- Black tuxedo (no tails) and pants
- Black cummerbund or black vest
- Black bow tie
- White plain, pleated or pique wingtip collar tuxedo shirt with studs and cuff links
- Black socks
- Black, polished dress shoes
For men who forget their bowtie on the concert day, please see the Large Ensemble Manager to borrow a tie for the day. Leave your ID and you will be loaned a bowtie for the concert.
Informal Concert Dress
- Solid black
- Long-sleeves and pants
- No jeans, logos, sandals, shorts, tee-shirts, or athletic shoes
In all the above attire for both men and wmoen, dance and/or excercise style clothing is never acceptable. This includes, but is not limited to, gym shorts, sweat pants, stirrup pants, leotard-type wear, skin-tight clothing, and athletic shoes. No jeans, logos, sandals, short, tee-shirts or other informal day wear is ever permitted.
Where to buy a tuxedo
140 River Street
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(617) 547-2455
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At a tuxedo shop you can sometimes buy a used tuxedo, especially in the fall.
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Concert Services
Concert Services stage crew consists of work-study students who are supervised by the Concert Manager, Ryland Bennett. The stage crew is responsible for all rehearsal and concert stage set-ups. This includes placement of all chairs, music stands, pianos, risers, and conductor podium. All rehearsal and concert staging will be set at least 15 minutes prior to the event and will be removed promptly at its conclusion.
The concert services crew is there to help and support you, so please be careful not to interfere with them as they attempt to do that. It is extremely important that students allow the stage crew to perform all tasks efficiently. Please keep away from the area until the set-up has been completed. At the conclusion of each rehearsal/concert, please leave quickly so that they can strike your ensemble and set up for the next one.
Performance Venues
The Boston Conservatory's large ensembles perform at many venues throughout the greater Boston area. Please check the concert schedule for performance and rehearsal locations. The following is a list of frequently used on- and off-campus campus performance facilities:
- The Boston Conservatory Theater, 31 Hemenway Street, Boston, MA
- Seully Hall, The Boston Conservatory, 8 The Fenway, 4th floor, Boston, MA
- Studio 401, room T-401, 31 Hemenway Street, Boston, MA
- Ipswich, 132 Ipswich Street, Boston, MA
- Paramount Theater, 559 Washington St, Boston, MA
- Sanders Theatre, Harvard University, 45 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA
- Fenway Center, 77 Saint Stephen Street, Boston, MA
- Old South Church, 645 Boylston Street, Boston, MA
For some off-campus concerts and/or rehearsals, The Boston Conservatory will provide transportation. Please refer to the Music Division bulletin board or see the Large Ensemble Manager for more specific information.
Call for Concerts and Productions
We recommend that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to a scheduled performance. In some cases you will need to arrive even earlier for sound checks or warm-up rehearsals. Please check the music division bulletin board for more information.
For productions in the Mainstage Theater, or any other venue that requires a call time, the call time is 30 minutes before any performance is scheduled to start. This will usually be a 1:30 p.m. call for a matinee and a 7:30 p.m. call for an evening performance. You must sign in with the attendance taker by this time or you will be marked as tardy. The attendance taker will be in the Green Room in the theater with a sign-up sheet. If you are not in the theater by the scheduled start of the show, you will be marked as absent. Keep in mind that all penalties, both tardies and absences, are doubled for performances.
Concert Times
Concerts of ensembles from The Boston Conservatory generally begin at 8 p.m. In addition, orchestra and production concerts may also begin at 2 p.m. and/or 7 p.m. Please check the current concert schedule for exact times.
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Good Morning! It was a great day in CoRP, as everyone was updated on each person's projects – their status, talks of submission of ASHA proposals, and IRB approval processes. As mentioned before, some very exciting things are happening in CoRP! To summarize the poster/ seminar submissions, here is a breakdown: Mrs. Miller's group submitted 5 proposals; Dr. McComas's group submitted 4, and Dr. Frank's group submitted 2. The annual ASHA convention will be held in Chicago, IL in November, where Marshall always is very well represented.
For your enjoyment this morning, we have a montage of pictures showing our various members dressed alike throughout the past few weeks. These fashion statements were all random, but turned out fabulous! Who said researchers can't have style?!


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Rasha Rizq has such a voice! I remember her from when I was still in elementary school, my favorite of her was the theme for Romeo's Blue Skies, so nostalgic!
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Yabu House of Katsu opened their 3rd branch in the country last November 27, 2012 at SM Mall of Asia and I was there with my favorite bloggers friends to witness the event and have the first dibs on what's new and hot. The opening was also the launch of new dishes in their menu and their new and improved website that encourages everyone to socialize with other Katsu lovers.
Albeit being the smallest of all the 3 branches, the SM MOA Yabu House of Katsu branch still have that cozy interiors and the same huge servings and delightfully delicious Katsu dishes. The new dishes includes the following:
Soft Shell Crab Katsu Set
Menchi with Cheese Katsu Set
Menchi with Cheese Katsu Curry
They may look the same because of the signature Katsu make but they taste different. I love the new Menchi with Cheese with or without the curry. The cheese in the middle of the Menchi (minced beef) made a lot of difference. It's like burger patty with cheese or cordon bleu. Ok, talking about it got me hungry I can't wait to get another serving of the Menchi with Curry!
And look what I spotted at their famous testimonial wall!
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Pesticide ban not good for our community & businesses
Edwin Lombard:
Posted on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 2:35 PM
Proposed Ban Will Raise Costs of Rodent Control, Increase Risk of Infestations, and Threaten Public Health and Safety
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) has announced a proposed measure that, if implemented, will deprive California consumers and small businesses access to affordable and highly-effective rodenticides, and leave them with more expensive and potentially more dangerous alternatives.
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Posted on Tuesday, August 06, 2013 1:34 PM
If you are interested in the details of the Monterey Shale project I recommend that you attend this event
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The State Department issued a worldwide travel alert today because of an Al Qaeda-linked terrorist threat that has already prompted plans to close U.S. embassies in key Middle Eastern countries.
U.S. officials have noticed an increase in communications between militants in recent days, apparently related to the end of the Ramadan holiday next Wednesday. The State Departmenton Thursday disclosed plans to close embassieson Sunday in Israel, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Libya, Iraq and other nations.
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What's really happening with fracking in California
Posted on Monday, June 10, 2013 9:22 AM
Don't buy into the hype do your own research on this issue before you decide what is right. Please read the entire article and let me know your thoughts.
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REVIEW & OUTLOOK: Fracturing in California
Democrats revolt against a ban on oil and gas 'fracking.'
Few issues divide Democrats more than energy policy, as we've learned as unions and environmentalists fight over the Keystone XL pipeline. More evidence now comes from California, where greens have lost an attempt to ban oil and gas hydraulic fracturing.
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Urgent Action Alert! Send a letter to CPUC Regarding Basic Telephone Service.
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Posted on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 11:57 AM
Your help is needed on this very important issue.
The CPUC will vote on
a change to the definition to
Basic Telephone Services introduced as legislation by Gwen Moore in the 1990's. Commission President Mike Peevey wants to
include wireless services as a part of the Basic Services definition
. Basic Services include Lifeline Services which reduces the cost of telephone services for under served and low income communities.
Technology has improved over the years since this legislation was introduced, it only makes sense that this change be made.
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Save our Jobs Send CARB a message today!!
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Posted on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 11:42 AM
Send CARB a Message Today:
Protect California Jobs and Businesses from Cap and Trade Auction Costs
As part of its new cap and trade regulation The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is planning to auction greenhouse gas emission (GHG) allowances starting in November, requiring California businesses and employers to spend billions of dollars for the right to continue operating in the state.On September 20, the CARB board will consider giving California businesses some degree of protection – called transition assistance.
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No on SB 568
Earl "Skip" Cooper:
Posted on Monday, August 06, 2012 9:20 PM
This Bill is not good for Black and Latino owned small restaurants. The increase in cost will cause job lost and maybe even closure. Contact your Assembly Member and ask for a no vote on SB 568.
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CARB hearing Thursday 5/24/12
Edwin A. Lombard III:
Posted on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 8:25 AM
It has been said in regards to major policy decisions that
"you are either at the table or on the menu"
I am putting together a group of Black Leaders to attend the CARB hearing listed below in order to have our voices heard on a very important matter. CARB is hosting a panel to help them determine how the funds they receive from Cap & Trade are going to be invested.
Let's be clear, these funds are going to be paid by utility companies, oil companies and major manufacturing companies. This means that these funds are actually coming from you and me because these companies will pass these costs down to the consumer.
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We enjoyed ourselves in this wonderful place, away from the traffic. The hospitality here is second to none!
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*****RECIPEChocolate "Crepes" with Kahlua CreamEgg roll wrappers, sold in the produce section of the supermarket, make a very good substitute for homemade and time-consuming crepes. Filled with chopped chocolate and pan-fried in butter with a little bit of cinnamon and sugar, they get wonderfully crispy. Kahlua-spiked whipped cream complements the "crepes" in both flavor and texture. Makes four servings.
INGREDIENTS1/2 cup heavy cream2 tablespoons sugar1 1/2 tablespoons Kahlua4 ounces bittersweet chocolate1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon8 egg roll wrappers3 tablespoons unsalted butter1. Place the heavy cream, 1 tablespoon of the sugar, and the Kahlua in a large bowl and beat with a mixer (with whisk attachment) on high speed until it holds soft peaks.
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The editorial printed in the Sept. 18 Opinion section concerning rehabilitation of Continental Square brought out some excellent points.
The money to do the "study" and the follow-up "study" and then the follow-up, follow-up "study" could be much better spent in purchasing empty lots and turning them into free parking lots and also in purchasing new, bright lighting for the whole downtown area to provide more safety features, and then even sprucing up the square without doing waterfalls and timed dances and other assorted gimmicks.
Put in some of the excellent recycled sculptures done by local artists, and it will be first-rate.
In fact the money already spent on the first "study" was probably sufficient to do some of these things.
Come on York -- money thrown down the drain is money thrown down the drain. No other way to put it, and York can't afford it.
Judy Orcutt
Spring Garden Twp.