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M A R C H I N GR OYA L D U K E S

2020 SEASON

PRE-SEASON INFORMATION

2020 SEASON July 2020 GREETINGS and WELCOME to the 2020 JMU MARCHING ROYAL DUKES! I would like to welcome all of you to “Virginia’s Finest,” and one of America’s favorite college band programs! For those of you returning, welcome back. And, for those who will be joining us for the first time, we welcome you to one of the most outstanding traditions on our campus, the JMU Marching Royal Dukes!

As we begin our 48th season, we are excited to return to campus for what will certainly be a unique semester. As we adjust to the ever-changing circumstances of our current world, we can count on one thing – the Marching Royal Dukes will be back at JMU! During the ongoing process of planning and making arrangements for our pre-season camp, we ask that you join us in acknowledging the need for patience and understanding. Our priority is to create a safe and productive process that accommodates the policies and protocol in place by JMU as well as state and federal agencies in order to create the product we are proud of. And while that product may very well look and sound different than “usual,” we look forward to working TOGETHER to create it, support the JMU community, and celebrate our MRD traditions.

We are excited to announce that our first show of the year, entitled “The World Turned Upside Down!,” will feature music and a unique message for these unique times. We will open with “The Battle of Yorktown” (a.k.a. The World Turned Upside Down) from the musical Hamilton. This will be followed by a powerful rendition of “Stand Up” from the movie Harriet. Our show will close with a masterful arrangement of Andra Day’s “Rise Up” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Our second show (partially inspired by a Halloween game vs. Maine) will be a unique mash-up of “Night on Bald Mountain,” Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata” and Symphony No. 5, Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” and “Zombie” by the Cranberries. We look forward to working on this music and performing it – whether it be from the stands, on the field, or from our computer screens.


Welcome!

Please review the contents of this document carefully, and make sure you have made all of the

necessary preparations for our pre-season camp and start of the season ahead. And, please remember – all of these details may be altered as needed or required.

Please be ready to ADJUST!

In this packet (and on the MRD website) you will find details about our pre-season camp, campus move-in procedures, dining/meal information (for camp), uniform and equipment information, season music, placement auditions (for winds only), performance/game schedule, the Ultimate Drill Book app, MRD rehearsal locations, and other important details about our season ahead. If you have any questions about the upcoming MRD season, please e-mail [email protected] or call the JMU Band Office at (540) 568-6656. PLEASE VISIT THE MRD WEBSITE to view this information, download show music, and explore more links provided about camp and the season ahead.

Again, we hope you share our excitement for the upcoming season. We welcome all of you to the 2020 edition (and one of the largest) of the JMU Marching Royal Dukes. We look forward to seeing you at our Pre-Season Camp on Wednesday, August 19 and are excited for what will certainly be a FANtastic season ahead.

GO DUKES! Sincerely,

The MRD Staff

COVID-19 INFORMATION Throughout this document (and the MRD website), please pay close attention to the COVID-19 INFORMATION statements. These will provide basic details about COVID-19 mitigation measures being taken by the MRDs this season.

COVID-19 STATEMENT The MRD staff are continuing our work with the JMU Administration, Athletics, Health Center, Dining Services, Residence Life, and multiple other campus entities involved in making the necessary plans for returning to campus this fall. As a result, all plans for the upcoming MRD season are and will remain fluid and will need to be adjusted as University, State, and Federal mandates are updated.

As we have updated/final information or if our plans change for camp and/or the season, please make sure to stay current with your JMU @dukes e-mail for these important updates.

If you have questions about the JMU COVID-19 policies/procedures and to become more informed and aware of JMU’s plan to reopen in the fall, please visit:

https://www.jmu.edu/stop-the-spread/index.shtml

MRD PRE-SEASON INFORMATION 2020

Please review carefully! All information is also available on the MRD website: www.jmu.edu/mrd

MRD CAMP REGISTRATION All MRD members must register for camp between 10:30am and 3pm on WEDNESDAY, August 19. Registration will take place at the JMU Bridgeforth Stadium (see MRD map). Parking is available in the Champions Parking Deck adjacent to the stadium. Please exit the back of the parking deck and use the E-Gates to enter the stadium. At registration, all members will receive your camp packet, season supplies, camp meal card, (see meal information later in this packet), check-out your university instrument/equipment, and receive other important information pertaining to camp and our season ahead. NOTE: If you are unable to arrive by 3:00pm, you must make special arrangements to register for camp by calling the Band Office at (540) 568-6656.

COVID-19 INFORMATION In order to accommodate physical distancing and create a safe and organized environment for all in attendance, we will be releasing a detailed schedule of assigned registration times in August.

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT HOUSING: MRD registration and residence hall check-in are TWO SEPARATE PROCESSES. Resident Advisers and Residence Life staff will be available at all residence halls between Noon and 2:45pm to check you into your assigned room (if living on campus).

HOUSING – ON CAMPUS If you are living in a JMU residence hall during the 2020-21 school year, you will move into your assigned dorm room for the year at band camp. YOU MUST CHECK-IN AT YOUR RESIDENCE HALL BETWEEN NOON AND 2:45pm ON WEDNESDAY, August 19. Your Resident Adviser should be present to assist.

MMOVE-IN CONFIRMATION: You should expect to hear from the Office of Residence Life by August 10 with confirmation of your dorm assignment and move-in date. If you have any questions about move-in, residence hall assignment, or see a discrepancy in your move-in date (should be August 19), please contact the Office of Residence Life directly.

COVID-19 INFORMATION The Band Office has not received any specific details about how Residence Life is going to coordinate/manage the logistics of move-in on August 19. As soon as we have more information, we will share this with our members. Hopefully ORL will also be communicating directly with students/parents as move-in approaches. QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE RESIDENCE LIFE STAFF. HOUSING – OFF CAMPUS If you are living off campus during the 2020-21 school year, there will be no on-campus housing provided for you during band camp. THERE CAN BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS. Memos were sent in June to all apartment complexes indicated on the 2020 MRD Member form. Please plan accordingly, and make sure your complex/landlord is anticipating your arrival by WEDNESDAY, August 19. MRD INSTRUMENT DISTRIBUTION If you play one of the following instruments: Mellophone, Trombone, Baritone, or Tuba, YOU WILL NEED TO SIGN OUT YOUR MRD INSTRUMENT AT OUR INSTRUMENT DISTRIBUTION DURING REGISTRATION 10:30am-3pm. INSTRUMENT DISTRIBUTION WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE MRD EQUIPMENT STORAGE ROOM IN THE STADIUM.

COVID-19 INFORMATION All university equipment and instruments have been cleaned and sanitized in preparation for the season. Individuals are expected to provide the necessary supplies to keep up with sanitization of these instruments.

THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN INSTRUMENTS: Flute/Piccolo, Clarinet, Saxophone (Alto/Tenor/Bari), and Trumpet. Woodwind players, be aware that we may be rehearsing in inclement weather and/or varying temperatures/conditions! Please plan accordingly and have a sturdy case available. INSTRUMENT ACCESSORIES All MRD members are expected to provide the appropriate accessories for their instruments. Please plan accordingly and make sure you are prepared not just for MRD Camp, but also for the entire season. Please have the proper mouthpieces and/or reeds, valve oil and/or slide grease, cleaning supplies, and appropriate instrument cases. See the “Required Items” section below for additional information.

COVID-19 INFORMATION All flute/picc. players will be provided with a Flute Air Shield to contribute to COVID-19 mitigation during the season. It is encouraged that you consider bringing your own as an “extra” in case one is lost/damaged. HEARING PROTECTION All MRD members will receive a pair of foam ear plugs as part of your camp packet. It is recommended that ear protection be used at all times when playing your instrument – especially in large-/full-group rehearsals. Members are encouraged to provide their own custom ear plugs if desired, and/or provide extra in case yours are damaged or misplaced.

ALL REQUIRED MRD ITEMS WILL BE PROVIDED AUTOMATICALLY FOR ALL NEW MEMBERS.

COVID-19 INFORMATION ALL MRD MEMBERS will be provided with (2) cloth face masks with the MRD logo to be used on game days and/or performances/events. There are to be used ONLY when in uniform and are NOT for personal use at other times.

ALL MEMBERS PROVIDE THEIR OWN BLACK MARCHING SHOES

These must be purchased by band camp, and in-hand by September 5 (first performance). The shoe must be flat black (no patent leather a.k.a. shiny).

ATHLETIC SHOES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. Specific shoe recommendations are provided on the reverse.

MRD ONLINE STORE For members who want to purchase additional REQUIRED items or

FAMILY/FRIENDS/ALUMNI who are interested in (non-required) MRD merchandise: hoodies, t-shirts, quarter zips, hats, souvenir items, etc. . . .

The MRD ONLINE STORE will be available @ Daniel’s Promotional Products. MORE INFORMATION & A LINK will be shared in August.

REQUIRED ITEMS FOR THE 2020 SEASON

THE MRD COURSE FEE WILL COVER ALL REQUIRED ITEMS. Student Accounts will not be charged for purchasing required items (including gloves).

REQUIRED MRD ITEMS INCLUDE:

MRD T-Shirt MRD Long-Sleeve T-Shirt

MRD Baseball Cap White Gloves (winds only)


SPECIFICS FOR SECTIONS

ALL NEW MEMBERS (wind/percussion/guard) ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE: • MRD T-shirt (provided) • MRD Lon-sleeve T-shirt (provided) • MRD Baseball Cap (provided) • White Gloves (provided – wind players only) • Black Warm-up Pants – no stripe – THESE ARE NOT PROVIDED. All WIND & PERCUSSION

members must have their own.

RETURNING MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ORDER ADDITIONAL/REPLACEMENT ITEMS from the online store when available.

GUARD MEMBERS ONLY • Guard members will submit orders, in addition to the items above, with Carly Philp.

PERCUSSION MEMBERS ONLY (Drumline & Front Ensemble) • Sticks, drum heads, and mallets are provided by JMU. • Additional/replacement sticks/mallets will be provided, but the cost will be charged to your student

account.

MARCHING SHOE RECOMMENDATIONS

Drillmasters – www.drillmaster.com

Style Plus – “Pinnacle” or “Impact” designs – www.styleplusband.com

Dinkles – “Vanguard” or “Glide” designs – www.dinkles.com

Please note that the above shoes are just recommendations. You should consider purchasing your shoes from the most convenient location and for the best price.

IF YOU ALREADY OWN A PAIR OF BLACK MARCHING SHOES . . .

THESE MUST BE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR MARCHING. BLACK ATHLETIC SHOES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. If you have any questions about your shoes, please feel free to

bring them to registration to get a staff member’s approval.

REQUIRED ITEMS FOR WINDS

The items below are required for certain sections in the band. Please review this information carefully and make sure to place your order(s) in time to have these items with you for MRD Camp, August 19.

ALL BRASS – Trumpet, Mellophone, Trombone, & Baritone BERP: Each member of the MRD brass section should own their own Berp to be used during rehearsals for buzzing. They attach universally to any lead pipe. These can be found online and at most music stores.

Note: If you already own a Trumpet/Horn “Classic” Berp (metal, fits in lead pipe), this will work. However, the plastic Berp is recommended as it is less likely to get lost and provides a more natural placement of the mouthpiece on the horn.

MOUTHPIECES All brass players must provide their own mouthpiece(s). For those using university instruments (Mellophone, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba) please see below: Mellophone: Please purchase a Mellophone mouthpiece – Yamaha MP14F4. Trumpet mouthpieces or Horn mouthpieces with an adaptor are not acceptable. Trombone/Baritone: Large Bore mouthpiece – Bach 6 ½ AL or Bach 5G are recommended Tuba: Any tuba mouthpiece will work. The Conn Helleberg is recommended – a good, quality mouthpiece that is affordable. VALVE OIL/SLIDE GREASE: Please make sure to have the necessary valve oil and/or slide grease with you. Consider having enough for the entire season. And Step #2 . . . use it!! TOWELS: Mellophones, Baritones, and Tubas are REQUIRED to provide a towel to use when placing your school instrument on the ground – these will also be useful to keep your horns clean/dry. It is recommended that Trumpets and Trombones also bring one to use when necessary.

LYRES

LYRES: ALL WIND PLAYERS . . . well, almost all winds (Flute/Pic, Trombone, and Tuba are excluded) must provide their own lyre for use during stand band with flip folders. Note: Flip Folders are provided.

COVID-19 INFORMATION

FLIP FOLDERS (for wind players) will be SIGNED OUT to each individual member to avoid sharing these items during the season. Members will be responsible for their own flip folder and should plan to have it with your instrument/belongings at every rehearsal.

SAXOPHONES & CLARINETS

REEDS: Please make sure you have a selection of appropriate reeds with you. It is recommended, due to the number of rehearsals and performances as well as the changing weather conditions, that you have at least 3 or 4 reeds to choose from at all times. Please have these in some type of reed case in order to protect them in your case during the seasons. USING THE SAME REED ALL SEASON IS NOT ACCEPTABLE (unless you have a quality synthetic reed): A good sound, even on a “marching” horn, can only be created with good equipment, a quality mouthpiece, ligature, and reed.

MUSIC STANDS

The Marching Royal Dukes will provide music stands for every member to be used during rehearsals. Individuals are welcome to bring their own if preferred. It is the responsibility of each member to make sure to have this stand with them at all rehearsals.

COVID-19 INFORMATION MUSIC STANDS will be provided for every member. SHARING MUSIC STANDS WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE due to our plans for physical distancing at all rehearsals. Individuals will be responsible for having their own music stand at every rehearsal.

MRD STORAGE ROOMS The Marching Royal Dukes have two storage rooms located at the back of Bridgeforth Stadium. For the 2020 season (to avoid congestion in that area) these storage rooms and the surrounding area will have RESTRICTED ACCESS for the following sections only:

• Percussion • Color Guard • Tubas • Logistics Crew • MRD Staff

All others will need permission from a STAFF MEMBER to access that area.

ALL MRD INSTRUMENTS & EQUIPMENT (with the exception of percussion and tubas) must be kept with the individual at all times (including before/after rehearsals). Members will be responsible for the care and upkeep of these items during the season.

OPENING DAY SCHEDULE MRD CAMP 2020

OPENING DAY SCHEDULE Please review the schedule below for the first day of MRD Band Camp. It is imperative that all members are informed and responsible for reporting to the assigned locations at the appropriate times.

WEDNESDAY, August 19 10:30am – 3:00pm MRD CAMP REGISTRATION @ JMU Bridgeforth Stadium

• PARKING will be available @ Champions Parking Deck adjacent to stadium. Please ENTER THE STADIUM from the E-Gates (back of stadium)

• The JMU Bookstore will be open 10am-2pm (adjacent to stadium)

COVID-19 INFORMATION In order to accommodate physical distancing and create a safe and organized environment for all in attendance, we will be releasing a detailed schedule of assigned registration times in August. 10:30am – 3:00pm Instrument Distribution, Stadium Storage Room

• MRD Storage Room (located by E-Gates) • Mellophones, Baritones, Trombones, and Tubas Note: Enter the stadium via the Godwin Transit Lot (see map) and through the C-Gates.

Uniform Distribution, Forbes Center Loading Dock

• For all RETURNING members who wish to receive their 2019 MRD uniform for this season. Please sign-out your uniform during MRD registration.

• All others will be fitted during the first 2 weeks of the semester.

Noon – 2:45pm Residence Hall Check-In (for those living on campus)

3:30pm OPENING CAMP MEETING @ Brigeforth Stadium

• ALL MRD’s • NO INSTRUMENTS

(but you may consider having it with you as you will need it after dinner) 4:30pm DINNER @ D-Hall

6:00pm Music Auditions/Sectionals

• Winds @ Music Building (Tubas @ Stadium)

IMPORTANT REMINDER – MRD registration and residence hall check-in are two separate processes. You cannot check into your JMU residence hall until Noon.


First Rehearsals • Percussion @ Stadium • Guard @ Football Practice Fields

9:00pm ALL @ stadium – Camp Meeting

9:30pm Hall Meetings for all student living ON CAMPUS.

BASIC MRD CAMP SCHEDULE TENTATIVE – Locations subject to change

FIRST DAY 10:30am-3:00pm – Registration

Uniform Distribution for returning members w/same uniform.

3:30pm – Opening meeting (Bridgeforth Stadium) 6:00pm – Music Auditions/Sectionals 9:00pm – ALL @ Stadium – Camp Meeting

FULL DAYS 8:30am – Music Sectionals 10:00am – Break 11:30am – Lunch 1:00pm – Marching Fundamentals 2:30pm – Break

3:00pm – Music Rehearsals 4:30pm – Dinner 6:00pm – Sectionals 6:30pm – DRILL @ Stadium

COVID-19 INFORMATION

A detailed full schedule, outlining rehearsal protocol designed to address the COVID-19 mitigation efforts, will be released in August and/or provided in your camp registration packet. 1787 ORIENTATION The JMU Band Office works with the Office of Orientation to accommodate the needs of all incoming students. Once the 1787 schedule is released, we will create a plan for MRD freshmen to accommodate any conflicts and identify what sessions will be required.

You can also visit www.jmu.edu/orientation for more information. TRANSFER STUDENTS should speak with their transfer adviser about the Transfer Orientation schedule.

MRD CAMPUS MAP Please see the MRD campus map for designated MRD locations during band camp and the regular season. A full campus parking map is also available on the JMU website at www.jmu.edu/map.

CAMP MEALS – READ CAREFULLY!! Meals for all MRDs will begin at dinner on Wednesday, August 19. All members will use a JMU Conference Card to swipe into dining halls during camp – meals provided from these cards will be covered by the JMU Band Program (until your regular meal plan begins).

FRESHMEN with a JMU meal plan: will use the conference card until their regular meal plan begins with DINNER on FRIDAY, August 21. At that time, they will begin swiping into dining halls with their JACard.

RETURNING MEMBERS with a JMU meal plan will receive meals until DINNER on SUNDAY, August 23. At that time, they will begin swiping into dining halls with their JACard.

MEMBERS WITHOUT A JMU MEAL PLAN will use the Conference Card through DINNER on TUESDAY, August 25.

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WARSAW PARKING DECK: Gameday Parking

CHAMPIONS PARKING DECK: MRD Camp Registration Parking

BRIDGEFORTH STADIUM:Camp Registration

MRD Storage RoomsMRD Main Rehearsal Location

SENTARA PARK: Possible MRD CampSatellite Rehearsal Location

E-HALL: Camp Meals+ Camp Shuttle Location


IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CAMP MEALS

• Once we submit our camp roster to dining services in July, we are committed to pay for all of your meals during camp week. • If you register for the MRDs (either via the online form or by registering for MUAP237), but do not show up for camp or decide to

drop the MRDs for any reason before the end of the semester, you will be charged for all meals provided during camp week. • The cost of your meals will be charged to your JMU student account through the University Business Office. • If this charge is not paid by December 15, 2020, a hold will be placed on your records. • If you drop band for a medical reason, you must have a signed medical note from your physician explaining the condition and

restrictions. QUESTIONS about this policy must be addressed with Mr. Rikkers.

PARKING ON CAMPUS Regular JMU Parking Regulations will be in effect during MRD Camp (see info below):

• All students who will have a registered vehicle on campus must have purchased and properly displayed your new parking permit by Monday, August 31.

• If you currently have a valid permit (2019-20), you can park on campus until Monday, August 31. • If you plan to have a vehicle on campus but will not be registering it during the semester, you must

request a temporary permit PRIOR TO BAND CAMP at the JMU Parking Services Office located at the entrance to the stadium parking deck, or by visiting: www.jmu.edu/parking.

THE JMU BAND OFFICE WILL NOT BE REPONSIBLE FOR PARKING TICKETS RECEIVED DURING OUR PRE-SEASON CAMP/DURING THE SEASON . . . sorry! (not sorry)

Parking services will be open 7am-5pm during our pre-season camp. JMU BOOKSTORE THE JMU BOOKSTORE WILL BE OPEN DURING MRD REGISTRATION, 10:30-am-3pm. This will be an excellent opportunity to buy your books and purchase JMU attire/souvenirs or other supplies needed for the school year! Please use this time to prepare for the new semester BEFORE we begin the busy camp schedule. UNIFORMS ALL RETURNING MEMBERS who indicated they wanted to receive the same uniform they wore during the 2019 season should plan to pick theirs up at the FORBES CENTER loading dock at some point during MRD registration on Sunday.

RETURNING MEMBERS WHO WANT A NEW UNIFORM AND ALL NEW MEMBERS WILL NEED TO SUBMIT MEASUREMENTS ONILNE (link is available on the MRD Camp website, and will be e-mailed). A DETAILED SCHEDULE FOR DISTRIBUTION WILL BE PROVIDED DURING CAMP.

MAKE SURE YOU ARE ENROLLED IN MUAP 237/537 ALL WIND/PERCUSSION/GUARD MEMBERS OF THE JMU MARCHING ROYAL DUKES MUST BE REGISTERED FOR MUAP 237 BY THE FIRSTREGULAR REHEARSAL on WEDNESDAY, August 26:

• Returning Members – Section 0001 • Dukettes Only – Section 0002 • All New Members – Section 0003 • MUAP 537 is reserved for graduate students only. • If you have a class conflict and are unable to register, you need to download the OVERRIDE FORM

(PDF) on the MRD website, complete the form, and e-mail it to [email protected].

COVID-19 INFORMATION For FALL 2020 – Course conflicts should be addressed with the directors and will be accommodated considering the extraordinary circumstances affecting the JMU schedule of classes. 2020 SEASON SCHEDULE – MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!!! Please review the enclosed season schedule carefully and mark ALL GAMES in your calendars NOW!! The success of the JMU Marching Royal Dukes depends on 100% attendance and contributions to the program. Please begin your season preparations by ensuring that there are no schedule conflicts or anticipated attendance issues. Specific details about the MRD Attendance Policy/Process will be provided and reviewed during MRD Camp. If conflicts exist, these must be addressed with the MRD Directors.

2020 SCHEDULE July 2020

DATE/TIME EVENT August 19-25 MRD Pre-Season Camp

TBD Daily schedules TBD

September 3 JMU First Game Pep Rally TBD Bridgeforth Stadium

September 5 JMU vs. Delaware 6:00pm Season Home Opener

September 12 JMU vs. Chattanooga 3:30pm JMU BAND DAY

October 3 JMU vs. William & Mary 2:00pm Family Weekend

October 17 JMUPARADE OF CHAMPIONS ALL DAY MRD Performances @ Noon & 10:30pm

October 31 JMU vs. Maine 2:00pm

November 7 JMU vs. Elon 3:30pm Homecoming + MRD ALUMNI BAND

November 21 JMU vs. Merrimack 2:00pm Band Parents’ Day + Senior Recognition

December 4 Harrisonburg Holiday Parade 7:00pm Concert for the Community – Downtown Harrisonburg

COVID-19 STATEMENT

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact university, state, and federal guidelines are having on program operations and budget, the MRDs will not be traveling during the 2020 season.

MRD/NCAA Post-Season Schedule

November 28 First-Round (Only if JMU hosts) December 5 Round of 16 (MRD host or travel)

December 11/12 Quarterfinals (MRD host or travel) December 18/19 Semifinals (MRD host or travel) January 9 (2021) National Championship – Frisco, TX

REGULAR SEASON REHEARSAL LOCATION & TIMES FOR FALL 2020 – MRD REHEARSALS WILL BE HELD 7-8:30pm.

LOCATIONS: Bridgeforth Stadium, Hillside Field, Football grass fields

MONDAY: Sectionals TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY: Regular Rehearsal FRIDAY: Rehearsal only if there is a game that weekend SATUDAY GAMEDAY REHEARSALS: Depending on game schedule, the MRDs will have morning rehearsals on select game weekends (8:30-11am).

COVID-19 INFORMATION A detailed schedule outlining specific plans for rehearsal days will be released in August. In order to accommodate physical distancing and adhere to JMU, State, and Federal guidelines, the band will rehearse in smaller groups at multiple locations around campus.

REMIND TEXT MESSAGING ALL MRDs are required to sign up for “Remind” text messaging. This is a FREE service that is used during the season to efficiently update members with reminders, schedule changes, etc. For the 2020 season, ALL MEMBERS will be automatically added to the system and will receive a text message to confirm. Please confirm your invitation when it is received. ULTIMATE DRILL BOOK For the 2020 season, the Marching Royal Dukes will be using the Ultimate Drill Book App for our drill-learning process. THIS IS A FREE APP! Please download this app to your phone and be prepared to activate when provided with those instructions (closer to camp). This app will be linked with the MRD schedule as well as our attendance process.

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ADDITIONAL PRACTICE FIELD LOCATIONS FOR 2020

COVID-19 REHEARSAL UPDATE:To accommodate physical distancing during MRD rehearsals,

the following campus fields will be utilized:Stadium, Hillside Field, Football Grass Fields, Sentara Park

A WEEKLY SCHEDULE will be released identifyinglocation assignments for each section.

! ! ! NEW FOR 2019 ! ! ! (third time’s a charm)

-REQUIRED FOR ALL MRDs-

WE ARE UPGRADING our drill-learning technology to hopefully provide a better, more reliable drill-learning experience. The Marching Royal Dukes will be using the Ultimate Drill Book App for all drill charts/coordinate sheets this season.

WHAT DOES IT DO?

With this app, each individual will be able to: 1. View the drill sets and access your coordinates 3. Animate each move while your position is highlighted 4. Retrieve updated drill sets/coordinates immediately 5. Manage Attendance, view season schedules, etc.

WHY DO WE USE IT?

This app will allow us to share and learn drill in a more efficient and informative way. MORE EFFICIENT: You can have this information available to you at all times, and all new drill or updates to current drill charts will be automatically available. MORE INFORMATIVE: Not only will this app provide you with your coordinates, it will also allow you to view the drill sets (big picture) and see the animation of each move while you are on the field. With the UDB app, we can include Music PDFs as well as interface our season calendar and attendance.

HOW DO YOU GET IT?

! ! ! THIS APP IS FREE ! ! !

PRE GAME 2020 Fight Song

America The Beautiful/National Anthem Start Wearing Purple

COVID-19 INFORMATION Depending upon conditions related to COVID-19, drill for MRD Pregame and Halftime shows may have to be re-designed to adhere with JMU, State, and Federal guidelines.

CHORALE Salvation is Created

SHOW #1 – “The World Turned Upside Down” Battle of Yorktown from Hamilton

Stand Up from Harriet Rise Up (Andra Day)/Lift Every Voice and Sing

SHOW #2 – “HAUNTING” Night on Bald Mountain Thriller (Michael Jackson) Zombie (The Cranberries)

Beethoven Closer (Moonlight/Symphony 5)

CAMP MUSIC PACKETS & Mp3 RECORDINGS (midi)

can be downloaded from the MRD Camp Website and will be updated throughout the summer.


SEASON MUSIC - 2020 -

CAMP MUSIC PACKETS – WIND PLAYERS ALL WIND PLAYERS should download their respective music packet from the MRD Camp Website. Each packet will contain select music from pregame and Show 1:

• JMU Fight Song • JMU School Song • Start Wearing Purple (pregame) • Get It On (MRD traditional encore tune) • Salvation is Created (MRD Chorale) • Show 1 Opener: The World Turned Upside Down (from Hamilton)

ATTENTION ALL WIND PLAYERS PLACEMENT AUDITIONS & ALTERNATES

ALL WIND PLAYERS will participate in placement auditions during our pre-season camp. Audition results will be used to determine part assignments and drill spot assignments for our halftime shows. MUSIC SEGMENT Music auditions for all wind players will take place on WEDNESDAY, August 19. This audition will consist of music selected from the online camp packet. It is not required to have music memorized. If your section has divided parts (clarinet, alto sax, mellophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone) please choose the part with which you are most comfortable to prepare.

MARCHING SEGMENT MARCHING auditions will occur during camp week. These will consist of simple forward/backward marching and box drills (with/without playing).

COVID-19 INFORMATION If our pre-season camp schedule is adjusted for any reason, auditions may take place virtually. Information about that process will be shared if/when that decision is made.

ALTERNATE PAIRS

Each section will have a specified number of alternate pair positions. This system has been designed to balance instrumentation and ensure that all wind players have the opportunity to perform during halftime/postgame shows. Pairs will be determined from the placement auditions during camp:

• Each pair will share one charted marching spot for the halftime shows • During rehearsals the pairs will alternate on/off the field when learning/cleaning • Section Leadership and/or staff may choose to re-audition sections during the season depending on

spots available, progress of individuals, attendance, etc.

PART ASSIGNMENTS will be determined from MUSIC PLACEMENT AUDITIONS Auditions (see below) will take place during our pre-season MRD camp.

If there are multiple/divided parts for your instrument/section, ALL PARTS WILL BE INCLUDED in your music packet.

Please select the part you feel is most appropriate for your range/ability. to PREPARE PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL AT MRD CAMP.

ENROLLING IN MUAP 237/537 ALL WIND/PERCUSSION/GUARD MEMBERS OF THE JMU MARCHING ROYAL DUKES MUST BE REGISTERED FOR MUAP 237/537 BY THE FIRSTREGULARREHEARSAL on WEDNESDAY, August 26. MRD SECTIONS: MUAP 237 – Section 0001: Returning Members Only MUAP 237 – Section 0002: Dukettes Only MUAP 237 – Section 0003: New Members Only MUAP 537 – Section 0001: Graduate Students Only

COVID-19 INFORMATION Due to the Fall Schedule 2.0 and change in the MRD class meeting times, if you have a class conflict that prohibits you from registering for MUAP 237, please e-mail Mr Rikkers ([email protected]) and inform him of this conflict. The Office of the Registrar is working closely with us to address scheduling issues.

IMPORTANT CAMP/SEASON DOWNLOADS

Please make sure to visit the MRD Camp website @ www.jmu.edu/mrd to download the following:

SECTION FLYERS

DRUM MAJOR & MRD STUDENT STAFF FLERS

CAMPUS MAPS/DIRECTIONS

EARLY ARRIVAL RESIDENCE HALL MOVE-IN INFORMATION

MUAP 237 OVERRIDE FORMS

CAMP MUSIC PACKETS

UNIFORM MEASUREMENT FORM

SEASON SCHEDULE

FIRST YEAR ORIENTATION SCHEDULE (for MRD members)

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DIRECTORS: Scott Rikkers: [email protected]

Amy Birdsong: [email protected]

GUARD: Carly Philp: [email protected]

PERCUSSION: Rick Deloney: [email protected] / Reese Maultsby: [email protected]

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