AAA Band
Aiken Area Akademie Band
Aiken Area Akademie Band
Fees
AAA Participation Fees ($300) and Ensemble Tuition ($400) cover the cost of combined rehearsals. Private lesson fees will be determined by studio teachers on an individual basis. Click here for a list of private lesson instructors.
AAA Band Participation Fees
The AAA Band is a fee-based band. The band participation fee covers budgeted operational expenses including but not limited to: administration/recruiting/communication duties, computer repairs, software (including MakeMusic), office supplies, venue rentals, food, and other costs. It is adjusted annually and included on the payment chart for reference. Also included in this fee are:
First Band Shirt
Registration Fees
Band Director costs for overnight accommodations to all clinics
All medals and awards
AAA Band Camp (including clinician and one pizza dinner)
Additional out-of-pocket fees may include:
· Additional band shirt
· Travel Costs for All-County, Region, All-State auditions and clinics
· Food costs (clinics and band camp)
· Accompanist for Solo & Ensemble
The annual budget will be evaluated every year by the officers in May and presented to the Board of Directors for approval at their July meeting.
The AAA Band participation fees are $300 total for the school year. These can be paid annually or semi-annually. These fees cover operational expenses (including insurance), awards, event registration, etc.
AAA Band Ensemble Tuition
Thee AAA Band Ensemble Tuition is $400 for the year. The AAA Band ensembles will meet approximately 31 times per year, along with a four-day band camp in August. This fee will cover those rehearsals and the band camp for both Dr. Jenkins and the assistant director. These can be paid annually or semi-annually.
Required Music Books
Note: It is helpful to purchase the version of these books with online audio. The book then comes with a digital code that allows students to go online and listen to the instrument-specific track and play along with the piano accompaniment track. This is also helpful for Solo & Ensemble performances where piano accompaniment is required. Note: private instructors may require additional materials.
Beginner:
· Habits of a Successful Beginning Musician by Scott Rush
· Master Theory Book I, II
· Any books required by private teacher
Intermediate:
· Essential Elements For Band (Book 2) (Published by Hal Leonard)
· Patriotic Favorites (published by Hal Leonard)
· Movie Favorites (Published by Hal Leonard)
· Practical Studies Book 1 by Getchell (can be passed off by private teacher or band directors)
· Master Theory Books II, III
Rhythm Packet
Advanced:
· Essential Technique For Band (Book 3) (Published by Hal Leonard)
· Foundations of Superior Performance by King and Williams
· Practical Studies Book 2 by Getchell (can be passed off by private teacher or band directors)
· Master Theory Books III, IV, V
· Rhythm Packet (Advanced Rhythm Lines 1,2,3 and Section 9)
Books can be purchased at www.pecknelmusic.com (click “Shop by School” and type “Aiken Area Akademie Band.”)
Additional Required Tools
1. A metronome (per family)
2. A music stand (per student)
3. Pencils
4. Tote Bag or Book Bag
5. Computer/tablet/phone with microphone for MakeMusic online software