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The PODIUM is a Kappa Kappa Psi/Tau Beta Sigma publication issued twice per year, in the spring and fall. Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma are non-profit organizations.
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2008 District Leadership Conference Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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From the Executive Director Lt. Col. Alan Bonner, USAF (Ret.)
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Celebrating History, Celebrating Change
Malinda M. Matney, Ph.D.
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Kick It Up a Notch!
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Tau Beta Sigma: Archives Update
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Kimbi Sigle
FAR and CSR Get New Looks Derrick Mills
Membership: Looking at the Big Picture
Dollie O'Neill
How to Make B-Movies: Part 2 More Than A Marching Band Fraternity!
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Serving Our Concert Bands AND Our Sorority
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The Traveling Band: Purdue University
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Adam Cantley
Dawn Farmer
Jay S. Gephart
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The Opportunity of a Lifetime Jason Morris
T-M-I ! An Education in Resources
Deena Smith
Tradition: Take It And/Or Leave It!
DEADLINES Fall issue Spring issue
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Adam Bates
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Musical Life After College Band
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Student News
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Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Program
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Alumni Convention Participation Letter
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Lt. Col. Alan Bonner, USAF (Ret.) Jake Burk Di Spiva Debbie Morris Clinton Wieden Aaron Moore Adam Bates Emily P. Rogers
Jen Costello
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STAFF Publisher/National Executive Director Editor/Publications Manager HQ Office Manager & National Accountant HQ Membership Services Coordinator Chapter, Colony & Alumni Affairs Coordinator Chapter, Colony & Alumni Affairs Coordinator Kappa Kappa Psi Chapter Field Representative Kappa Kappa Psi Chapter Field Representative
Emily P. Rogers
Malinda M. Matney, Ph.D. and Kimbi Sigle
The Time is Now!!
Bruce Moss, Ph.D.
On the Cover: During an indoor concert the Purdue Band was given the opportunity to perform jointly with members of the Beijing Union University Concert Band.
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Lt. Col. Alan Bonner, USAF (Ret.) – National Executive Director
Calendar of Events September 30 • Postmark Deadline for Chapter Personnel Reports and fees for schools starting before Sept. 15
Simply Not Acceptable!
October 15 • Postmark Deadline for Chapter Personnel Reports and fees for schools starting after Sept. 15 October 30 • 25% Late Fee is imposed on Chapter Fees and Membership Dues for schools starting before Sept. 15 November 1 • Postmark Deadline for articles being submitted to the Spring 2009 issue of The PODIUM November 15 • 25% Late Fee is imposed on Chapter Fees and Dues for schools starting after Sept. 15 December 1 • Postmark Deadline for Fall Activity Reports • Postmark Deadline for Tau Beta Sigma Award Applications January 17-18 • Winter Council Meeting in Phoenix, AZ March 19-22 • Northeast District Convention, Amherst, MA March 27-29 • North Central District Convention, Toledo, OH April 3-4 • Southeast District Convention, Columbia, SC April 3-5 • Midwest District Convention, Manhattan, KS • Western District Convention, San Luis Obispo, CA April 15 • Postmark Deadline for National Intercollegiate Band audition tapes April 17-19 • Southwest District Convention, Baton Rouge, LA May 1 • Postmark Deadline for articles being submitted to the Fall 2009 issue of The PODIUM June 1 • Postmark Deadline for Chapter Summary Reports • Deadline for the Tau Beta Sigma Board of Trustees Scholarship Application June 15 • Postmark Deadline for the 2009 National Convention registration forms. No refunds will be available and forms submitted after this date will incur a 25% late fee. July 1 • Only on-line and on-site registration for the 2009 National Convention will be accepted at this point. July 19-21 • National Intercollegiate Band • 2009 District Leadership Conference, Phoenix, Arizona July 21-25 • National Convention at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, Phoenix, Arizona
As I write this all of you are just getting started on a new fall semester, but by the time you have the chance to read this issue, you are getting ready for mid-terms; football season is half done; and most chapters are well into their Membership Education for prospective members. With all of that said, I hope everyone is having a great academic year, so far! After all, that’s why you are in school!! However, I do have a few very important points to bring up with all of you Brothers and Sisters! 1. Regardless of whether your chapter does an initiate class in the fall, spring or both, it’s important that your chapter leadership review your Membership Education Program!! Know it well and follow it correctly and according to the national policies of the Fraternity or Sorority. Why? Every year KKY and TBS recruit, attract, and educate over 2,000 new members into the Fraternity & Sorority! It’s amazing that we do it so well, and that the end result is new Brothers & Sisters who cheerfully, enthusiastically serve their respective university bands! However, and in spite of our best efforts to educate every chapter and every member, a few of our chapters don’t follow the rules of our organizations (and the laws of their states). By that, I mean that they feel compelled to haze their Initiates, by putting them through emotional, psychological harassment; or, by imposing physical beatings to the point that medical attention is required. Ladies and gentlemen, hazing in any form is simply NOT ACCEPTABLE! It is horrible on the victim and puts so much is at stake!! Here are just a few things that could happen to anyone who participates in hazing a Membership Candidate: a. Your chapter can be shut down for years! b. The Fraternity and Sorority could be forced to cease operations! c. Your university band could be seriously jeopardized. d. You could go to jail! 2. The national leadership of both KKY & TBS believe that only a few chapters do not follow the national policies, their university rules, or the laws of their states. Never the less it is in the interests of all chapters to be ever vigilant by doing their very best to prevent any hazing from occuring! If you know or suspect any activities in any chapter’s Membership Education process that are wrong, or even questionable, please use any of the avenues open to you to report your concerns or information. You can notify your district governors or counselors; you may contact any of your national council officers; or you may call the national headquarters! 3. In spite of all the efforts on the national and district leadership and the efforts of your respective institutions, each year, some Membership Candidates are hazed! In the strongest appeal I can possibly make, I ask all of you to help us stamp out hazing in KKY and TBS!!! We have so many great things happening in our organizations, and this is the one major tragedy that truly puts our organizations at risk! If anyone has any questions about this critically important message, call me at the Headquarters! Thanks for doing your part!! & The PODIUM - 3
Kappa Kappa Psi – National President
Celebrating History, Celebrating Change Malinda M. Matney, Ph.D., is Senior Research Associate for the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Michigan, and is on faculty at the Center for the Study of Higher and Postsecondary Education. She received her BA in music and mathematics from Wichita State University, her M.Mus. in music history from the University of Colorado, and her Ph.D. in Higher and Postsecondary Education from the University of Michigan.
During the 2009 National Convention, we will mark Kappa Kappa Psi’s 90th Anniversary. We’re celebrating the history of college bands throughout that week, continuing this biennium’s review of where we’ve come, and how Kappa Kappa Psi and college bands have grown together.
Many chapters have already been looking further into the history of their own bands. For some, this is the first time their bands have been studied and documented in the ways they deserve. The results have been surprising for many. Our bands lead our campuses in celebration and identity. Their artistic contribution is important, and the role our bands play in bringing together the community cannot be overstated. Many of you have shared pictures, stories, and songs that mark our bands’ roles throughout the decades as our campuses change. CELEBRATING CHANGE When we compare our bands of today with those of 90 years ago, we notice change. New instruments and more varied ensembles. Larger audiences, more specialized bands (creating both smaller and larger ensembles), and many more performances. Our bands’ responsibilities as leaders of communities have expanded. Our bands have changed, but their leadership role has only been enhanced. When we look at the bands of 90 years ago, we realize they were great, but they would not be able to meet today’s numerous demands. Our bands have adapted well, in large part thanks to the support of Kappa Kappa Psi. The level of resilience and innovation is inspirational. Likewise, Kappa Kappa Psi must continue to evolve and adapt, at every level. Throughout this biennium, we confront challenges of 4 - The PODIUM
growth and risk management. Both the positive and the negative changes create a moment to reflect on what is next for our Fraternity, on what we hope becomes a turning point toward an even stronger future. We are looking at all aspects of membership education, from the beginning steps to reporting to continuing education, with an eye toward what Kappa Kappa Psi can do to not simply react, but to provide the best experiences for students and bands. You will hear from the National Council throughout this year on these items. Over the next year, we are evaluating our risk management policies, including those on hazing, substance use, and discrimination. Our students and alumni have spoken loudly that they want more educational policies, and help with teaching others about appropriate behavior and gracious conduct. During this year, the National Council will be developing proposals and presenting them to students, directors, and alumni in numerous settings. Ultimately, we will have a National Chapter vote at the 2009 National Convention. These proposals will be based on the years of feedback and debate that have already happened, and the research about the best practices that work in other settings. Will they make every member 100% happy? No. Do we aim for the most educational, practical and responsible policies possible? Absolutely. The key is to reflect on where we’ve come, and consider the ways in which Kappa Kappa Psi can continue to lead with excellence in the coming decades. CELEBRATING HISTORY: How will we celebrate history in convention? STUDENT DISPLAYS OF BAND HISTORY: We want to hear about your bands! We hope to have one session of Interactive Psi devoted to your college band histories. We ask you all to create proposals for us of what you plan to cover. As fall unfolds, and alumni come to town for events, this creates an even more
meaningful way to talk with them about their band experiences of the past. Beyond these important discussions, we want you to look for historical items on your campus -- past letters, programs, pictures, tour details, whatever. We’re looking for applications soon, with those by Jan. 1 getting first consideration. To apply, e-mail writinghistory@kkpsi.org, letting us know: 1) The name of your band program. 2) The materials you are using to research your history (and particularly materials you could transport to Phoenix for National Convention). 3) The outline of what you’ve learned so far about your band’s history. (200 words or less) Any questions about this project can be e-mailed to writinghistory@kkpsi.org. CREATING MUSIC FOR THE FUTURE: The National Intercollegiate Band will premiere a commissioned work by Mark Camphouse. Not only are we celebrating the past, we are contributing meaningfully to the future of the college band. We ask students across the nation to audition for the NIB later this year. The NIB and commissioned work are a perfect example of students making music today thanks to alumni contributions through the years, through their Life Membership funds. WORKSHOPS AND GUESTS: We are currently inviting workshops from many perspectives on band. Jazz over the years, marching techniques, women in bands, men in bands. These workshops will talk both about history and about developing future performance. We will also have workshops on other aspects of chapter performance, allowing chapters and Brothers to take the next steps in their fraternal journeys. The year ahead is exciting, made so by our whole membership: the students, directors, and alumni who are living our fraternity’s mission. We have the moment now to create the foundation for the next 90 years. Great is our opportunity! &
National President – Tau Beta Sigma
Kick It Up a Notch! Kimbi Sigle is the Director of Bands for the Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District in Kingsburg, CA. She holds a degree in Music Education from Fresno State University where she was a member of the Eta Omega chapter. Kimbi is a member of the California Band Directors Association, National Band Association, MENC, FM-CMEA and holds Honorary Membership in Kappa Kappa Psi and a Life Membership in Tau Beta Sigma.
Concert season is around the corner for most of us and it’s time to kick it up a notch. Being the best musician and the best ensemble player you can be is so important to your band program. Just ask your directors, they’ll tell you the same. Being the best band member you can be is also the ultimate form of band service and recruiting.
Students in your band program will see Tau Beta Sigma members leading from within the ensemble and serving the bands. Work with your directors to determine who the best leaders are and who should be selected as members for your next membership education class. Don’t wait for everyone to come to you, be proactive in your search for excellent potential members. Now is the time to think about our largest service project to the band world, the National Intercollegiate Band. This summer we will meet in Phoenix, Arizona and put the best college band members together for the world premiere of Mark Camphouse’s newest piece. We want the
best Tau Beta Sigma musicians to be part of this NIB. Audition materials will be due April 15, 2009, so there is plenty of time to plan ahead. We also want to invite the best musicians from your campus to join us for that. NIB musicians do not need to be members of TBS or KKY, so everyone is welcome to audition. As we come out of marching season and into concert season, think about why you work so hard for TBS. Hopefully part of the reasoning is that you want to be the best musician you can be. We’ll see you in Phoenix! &
Tau Beta Sigma: Archives Update While most students were enjoying the summer off from college, the TBS History and Archives Committee had a very productive summer! During the weekend of July 26-27, 2008, most of the committee met for a work weekend and meeting. Interestingly enough, this was the same weekend as the TBS National District Leadership Conference. While working at the Stillwater Station, we were able to interact with some of the District and National Officers, and give them a glimpse into the progress of our archives The committee spent most of Saturday, July 27th, sifting through, and cataloging piles of boxes in the archives. The items in these boxes included early TBS correspondence, past Chapter Leadership awards, and numerous Resource Manuals, such as Ritual books, Constitutions, Convention Minutes, Chapter Directories, Leadership Education Manuals, and Convention/NIB programs. These documents join a host of other materials, including chapter petitioning documents, early Ritual equipment, district memorabilia and assorted scrapbooks. Lisa’s husband Dale
Croston was a great help during the weekend, assisting the committee with cleaning and archival area repair issues. All in all, the committee has cataloged around 500 items, and only has about 5 more boxes of archival material to go through. We have made such amazing progress!!
fundraising opportunities, including grants for general preservation of archival materials. We firmly believe that all of these projects will enhance the history of TBS, and will provide collegiate and Alumni Members alike with a view into the foundation and the future of our wonderful sorority. If you are interested in our progress, have ideas for projects, or would like to donate your time or funding, please contact National Historian Lisa Croston at archives@tbsigma.org. &
Since the cataloging is well underway, the committee discussed some goals for the actual archival and display of the materials. Lisa Croston, National Historian, has researched a company that provides assessments and strategies for storing and preserving materials. Also, committee member Reneé Cartee is researching options for an online database system for documents and pictures. Finally, all members of the committee are From left: Bev Cohen, Heather Marshall, Lisa Croston, Reneé Cartee, working on possible and Alexis Holladay. The PODIUM - 5
Left to Right: Dr. Hubert Toney (KK Y NED Governor) Matt Parent (KK Y NED President) Marie Burleigh (KK Y NED Governor) Ken Corbett (KK Y Board Trustee & Alumni Liason) Clinton Wieden (National Headquarters ACC) Dollie O'Neill (TBS VPCM) Derrick Mills (KK Y VPCM) Dr. David O'Shields (KK Y SED Governor) Lizzy Thornton(KK Y NCD President) Denali Alt (KK Y MWD Governor) Kathy Godwin (TBS Board Trustee) Kris Wright (TBS WD Counselor) Zac Humphrey (KK Y WD President) Jason Morris (KK Y VPSA) Danny George (KK Y SWD Governor) Mike Osborn (KK Y Board Vice Chair) Anthony Falcone (KK Y MWD Governor) Kimbi Sigle (TBS National President) Carolyn McCambridge (TBS NCD Counselor) Dr. Malinda Matney (KK Y National President) Jeff Waldschmitt (KK Y MWD President) Chris Gordon (TBS SWD Counselor) Amanda Dickson (TBS SWD President) Emily Rogers (KK Y Chapter Field Rep.) Jessica Mazzo (TBS SED VPSP) Deena Smith (TBS VPCR) David Smith (KK Y SED President)
Crystal Wright (TBS SED Counselor) Stephen Burt (TBS SED Secretary/Treasurer) Dr. Brad Townsend (KK Y WD Governor) Laura Pollard (TBS SWD VPM) Kathryn Wright (TBS SWD VPSP) Jillian Baaklini (TBS SWD Secretary/Treasurer) Sean LaFollette (KK Y SWD President) Adam Bates (KK Y Chapter Field Rep.) Diana Spiva (NHQ Accountant and Office Manager) Melanie Meehan (TBS Board Vice Chair) ReneĂŠ Cartee (TBS SED Counselor) LaShika Williams (TBS SED President) Sharnise Ant hony (TBS NED President) Kathryn Kelly (TBS NED Counselor) Jenny Hirt (TBS NCD President) Rod Whiteman (KK Y NCD Governor) Tanya Marsh (KK Y WD Governor) Adam Cantley (KK Y VPP) Christine Beason (KK Y NCD Governor) Garrett Matlick (TBS WD VPSP) Jenny Boyee (TBS NCD VPM) Alynn Rousselle (TBS NCD Secretary/Treasurer) Wendy McCann (TBS MWD Counselor) Nicole Kemp (TBS NED VPCM) Jason Dornbush (TBS MWD President)
Amanda Clark (TBS MWD Secretary/Treasurer) Dawn Farmer (TBS VPSP) Dr. Rod Chesnutt (KK Y Board Trustee) Mackenzie Cochran (TBS MWD VPSP) Seanna Callahan (TBS MWD VPM) Deborah Kaplan (TBS Board Trustee) Katie Kozma (TBS WD President) Present, But Not Pictured: Lt. Col Alan Bonner (National Executive Dir.) Wava Banes Henry (TBS Board Trustee, Life Member) Janet West Miller (TBS Board Trustee, Life Member) Alan Harriet (TBS Board Chair) Kelly Eidson (TBS Board Trustee) Patsy Hejl (TBS Board Trustee) Carla Robinson (TBS Board Trustee) Dr. Kirk Randazzo (KK Y Board Chair) Scott Stowell (KK Y Board Trustee) Dr. Mike Golemo (KK Y Board Trustee) Dr. Bruce Moss (KK Y VPPR) Debbie Morris (NHQ Membership Services Coordinator) Jake Burk (National Publications Manager) Aaron Moore (National Headquarters ACC)
DLC 2008 Recap: Tau Beta Sigma Provided By: LaShika Renee Williams (SED President), Sharnise Anthony (NED President), Amanda Dickson (SWD President), Jenny “Pinky� Hirt (NCD President), Katie Kozma (WD President), Jason Dornbush (MWD President) Edited by: Jake Burk, KK Y & TBS National Publications Manager
If you have never considered leading your District as a Tau Beta Sigma District Officer, what better reason could you have than getting the chance to talk to Wava one-on-one, singing the National Hymn in the Stillwater Station, or coming together with Brothers and Sisters from accross the country to share your vision for the year and your expectations of the National Council. In July of 2008 we had the chance to do all three of those amazing activities and more at our District Leadership Conference in Oklahoma City, OK. For three days, we worked on ideas to implement in our own districts and attended various workshops, the best of which was a risk management workshop given by Kappa Kappa Psi Board of Trustee Member Scott Stowell. During this workshop we were given the tools to do more than just prevent hazing-we were exposed to many of the risks that often go overlooked; health risks, pre-trip car safety, and even how to extinguish a grease fire. Although humorous at times, Scott got right to the point about college safety, and did a wonderful job of relating to his audience through personal stories and examples of pranks gone wrong. This presentation would be beneficial to any college student, so ask your District Officer if you would like to contact Brother Stowell or ask him to present at your District Convention. As District Presidents, we each vowed to work on the paperwork, or the lack of paperwork, being turned into our National Headquarters each year. The National Council is aiding us in this by deciding that if a chapter's paperwork is late two concecutive times, that chapter
will instantly be placed on probation until the appropriate action has been taken. This will hopefully ensure that each chapter stays current with their paperwork and their deadlines. Each peice of paperwork is necessary to the progress of Tau Beta Sigma. In all, the 2008 DLC was just plain FUN! From our trip to the Stillwater Station, to us meeting our two newest headquarters staff members, this was truly a life changing weekend. We laughed and cried and laughed some more and cried some more, but in the end we left enlightened and motivated to have a great year. It was no longer about what chapter or district you were from, but what you were willing to do for the good of the organization.
From left: LaShika Renee Williams (SED President), Amanda Dickson (SWD President), Jason Dornbush (MWD President), Katie Kozma (WD President), Sharnise Anthony (NED President), Jenny Hirt (NCD President)
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1. KKY CFRs, Emily and Adam, started off the weekend by escorting many of the KKY District Presidents around Stillwater, OK. 2. TBS Board of Trustees during one of their many meetings. 3. Dixie Mosier-Greene, who retired from the National Headquarters in March, was on hand to receive the Stan. Finck Memorial Award from Kimbi Sigle and Dr. Malinda Matney. 4. Midwest District Gov., Anthony Falcone reviewing his materials during a rare lull in activity. 5. The OKC Sheridan Hotel 6. Members of TBS reflecting on what they will take away from DLC. 7. National Executive Director, Alan Bonner poses with the Sisters of TBS on the final day of DLC. 8. At National Headquarters Dollie O'Neill is treated to a surprise baby shower. 9. Emily Rogers, KKY CFR, and MWD President Jeff Waldschmitt pass the time while waiting in line. 10. David Smith, KKY SED Pres., accepts a large check from HQ Staff Member, Debbie Morris, as they are announced the district who lost the most money due to late paperwork. 11. KKY National Council Members during a morning meeting. 12. KKY Board of Trustees Member Scott Stowell enlists the help of two audience members during his wildly popular Risk Management workshop. 13. TBS VPSP, Dawn Farmer, gets behind the wheel as passengers prepare to leave for the Stillwater Station in Stillwater, OK.
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DLC 2008 Recap: Kappa Kappa Psi Provided By: Zac Humphrey (WD President), Jeff Waldschmitt (MWD President), Sean LaFollette (SWD President), Lizzy Thornton (NCD President), Matt Parent (NED President), David Smith (SED President) Edited by: Jake Burk, KK Y & TBS National Publications Manager
Over the summer months many of us spent time teaching at band camps, traveling with family and friends, interning, or maybe just relaxing. In late July the District Presidents had the opportunity to attend District Leadership Conference in Oklahoma City with our National Council, Governors, Board of Trustees, and the Sisters of Tau Beta Sigma. While every chapter is different, every district is too. District Presidents from across the nation converged on the Sheridan Hotel in late July to share about their districts, trade ideas and thoughts, and offer advice. Though many of them had attended district or national conventions, the intimate size of the DLC made it far easier to openly talk about ideas and feelings on certain issues. It
also made many of the workshops much more personal and effective. One such workshop focused on taking vague, broad ideas and goals and turning them into concise concepts detailed with a purpose, a process, and an evaluation. Another targeted the process and necessities for creating a successful convention. Throughout the weekend the District Presidents of Kappa Kappa Psi were given many tools to aid them throughout their terms, but many of the tools are applicable to the rest of their lives as well. As many of the District Presidents would agree, the most valuable lesson learned was that they are not alone in Kappa Kappa Psi. &
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Kappa Kappa Psi – National Vice President for Colonization & Membership
Fall Activity Report and Chapter Summary Report Get New Looks Kappa Kappa Psi has made several changes over the last decade. The fraternity has a great website, www.kkpsi.org, that has proven to be a viable resource and we have an updated web design in the works. We try to keep the site current and useful for Active Members, band directors and potential members. Each biennium the fraternity has made changes to the Constitution to incorporate today’s laws and policies. The Guide to Membership is now updated every year in order to honor new award winners and to keep up with the fraternities remarkable history.
Derrick Mills is a 1998 graduate of The Ohio State University, an alumni of the Eta Chapter and a Life Member of KKY. He currently is Vice President and Shop Foreman of Page Construction General Contractor Company in Columbus, Ohio.
Two important items that have escaped major changes over the years have been our main reporting documents, the Fall Activity Report and the Chapter Summary Report. Excluding some cosmetic changes, such as adding a field for e-mail addresses, these forms have gone unchanged for over ten years. The time to make changes and improve our forms is now. These two reports serve several purposes when turned in each year. After they are received by National Headquarters, each chapter file is updated in the master database, checking that they are on-time and all fields are complete. National Headquarters then makes digital copies and they are reviewed by the National Council, District Governors and the National Chapter Field Representatives (CFR). Reports are first checked for national awards eligibility. Anytime a chapter misses a report during the biennium, that chapter is disqualified for national awards. The National Council, District Governors and CFR’s also look at each of the reports carefully to gain a better understanding of the chapter's operations. These reports serve as status updates of what these chapters are doing for their band program and the university. It is vital that every chapter turns these reports in ON TIME 10 - The PODIUM
so that the national leadership can better comprehend and assess the state of our active chapters and the national fraternity. What has begun to happen over the years is that chapters have filled out the forms, but have provided little information to the national leadership about what is going on with their chapter. One large piece of operations that has always been missing is the chapter’s membership education curriculum. Every year Kappa Kappa Psi active chapters initiate new members and we are unable at the national level to review and assess the state of the fraternity’s teaching methods. From both a risk management standpoint and a desire to continue in membership education to Strive for the Highest, we should be more pro-active rather then reactive in helping each other teach the next generation of Brothers. In an effort to improve our reporting and make it more effective and current, the National Council has approved the updating of the Fall Activity Report and the Chapter Summary Reports. The DUE DATES will remain the same… December 1st for the Fall Activity Report and June 1st for the Chapter Summary Report. The Fall Activity Report will change into more of a “Mid-Year Chapter Summary Report” and provide more detail about chapter operations, recruiting and musical activities. The Chapter Summary Report will be a comprehensive assessment to inform the national leadership of chapter operations. Both forms will include a section about chapter membership education. Chapters will be required to fill out this section only when they have had a membership class during that period. An example: If you have a membership class during the spring and not the fall, you will fill out that section on the Chapter Summary Report and not the Fall Activity Report. If you have a class during both reporting times, you will fill out that section on EACH report. Over the next 12-18 months you can expect to see Kappa Kappa Psi move report preparation on-line. This will be a major
reporting shift and provide us with more timely information. All of these reports will continue to be reviewed by the national leadership. With the new fields and questions, we can better asses where today’s fraternity is and provide more assistance in making your chapter (and the fraternity) better. We are taking steps in becoming more proactive in risk management assessment also. I encourage any of you that might have further questions about this change to contact me directly at derrick@kkpsi.org. &
Student Displays of Band History In Phoenix, Arizona, at the 2009 National Convention Kappa Kappa Psi wants to hear about your bands! Each year chapters from across the nation participate in the Interactive Psi and this year we hope to devote one session to college band histories. In order to do this we ask you to create proposals for us of what you plan to cover. We want you to look for historical items on your campus -past letters, programs, pictures, tour details, etc. We are looking for applications soon, with those received by Jan. 1 getting first consideration. To apply, e-mail writinghistory@kkpsi.org, letting us know: 1. The name of your band program. 2. The materials you are using to research your history (and particularly materials you could transport to Phoenix for National Convention). 3. The outline of what you’ve learned so far about your band’s history. (200 words or less) Any questions about this project can be e-mailed to writinghistory@kkpsi.org.
National Vice President for Colonization & Membership – Tau Beta Sigma
Membership: Looking at the BIG Picture! Ask yourself the infamous question, “what can I give?” Instead of trying to “Get” something out of our organization, giving on many levels, especially in a service organization can “get” us to many places. Tau Beta Sigma has many levels of membership within our organization and many ways we can GIVE.
Dollie McDonald O'Neill is a 2000 graduate of the University of Arkansas. She is a Life Member of the Psi Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma and an Honorary Member of KK Y National Chapter, an Honorary of TBS - Alpha Chapter; and an Honorary of KK Y - Lambda Chapter. Dollie currently works for the City of Midland, TX.
Active Membership: Yes, we give money for dues every year, which is a constant. But there are so many ways we can give as being an excellent Active Member. Just like being active in the band is the best way we can serve the band, being an ACTIVE Member is just that, Be Active! Participate, go to all meetings, show up for service projects, fundraisers, workshops, conventions, etc. Some of the best members are the ones we
can count on the most and will simply be at all meetings and events. Simply, Be Active, it is the BEST way you can give to your active chapter.
to give back to our organization and get involved, I encourage you to get in contact with our current TBSAA Board and learn more of the growing opportunities.
Life Member: Yes, again, giving money for Life Member dues is excellent and one way we can give back to the organization. But being a Life Member is more than just giving money. It is a committement, it is a choice and a really great way to give beyond Graduation. Being a Life Member is a statement of “I care for this organization for Life” and another way an individual can give back to Tau Beta Sigma while making a Lifetime Choice.
Give a Gift of Honorary Membership: Another way to give back to our organization is give the gift of Honorary Membership to an individual who has given so much to Tau Beta Sigma. Whether it is a Band Director, Music Faculty, Community Advocate, Parent of the Band, etc. Giving the gift of Honorary Membership is a great way to show appreciation and showcase who has given to your Chapter, District or Tau Beta Sigma on the National Level.
Alumni/TBSAA: Another way to continue to give beyond Active Membership & Graduation is joining our NEW Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association & Friends. Not only is this a monetary gift of dues, but a great opportunity to get involved and promote our Projects & Programs. If you are an individual who wants to continue
It is an Honor to be selected to serve and we all have the opportunity to give to this fabulous organization for a Lifetime! What do you have to GIVE? &
Tau Beta Sigma: Recruitment and Colonization Tip Do you know someone interested in Tau Beta Sigma at a College or University who may not currently have an active chapter located on their campus? Feel free to share our National Recruiting DVD & information about our organization. For more information on Recruitment and Colonization in Tau Beta Sigma contact: National Vice President for Colonization and Membership Dollie McDonald O’Neill dolliemcdonald@tbsigma.org www.tbsigma.org
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How to Make B-Movies
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Serving Band Programs Through the Medium of Video By Jen Costello, Life Member Alpha Omega, KKY
A nicely edited video of your concert band can be utilized in various ways to serve the program. Showing the video to potential members can serve as a recruiting tool for your program. You can create a fundraiser for your program by selling copies of the video to band members, friends, parents, and alumni. Directors and students can use the video to do a post analysis of the concert, to review both music and visual presence on stage. Conductors can use video to critique themselves and improve their technique, and for student conductors a concert recording may serve as an audition video. If your concert features a special guest conductor, video can serve as a historical record of the event. The goal of your video is to highlight the band program and its members. To accomplish this, the video must capture and maintain the interest of its audience. Action and camera angels are two major tools for doing this. Marching band has lots of action; whether it is field marching, parade marching, or playing in the stands. Lots of action provides great material for creating an exciting video production. Concert band, however, provides very little action as the performers are seated onstage and generally do not move throughout the concert. However, with careful camera placement and basic filming and editing skills, you can still create a unique and entertaining video production for your concert band program.
Camera Placement and Setup For recording stage performances, the most important decision made is selecting a location for the cameras. Exact location for the cameras will vary based on the layout of the concert hall, but there are some general rules that you can follow to determine how and where to set up your cameras. Ideally, use three cameras placed center, left, and right of the stage. Multiple camera angles provide for a variety of shots and will give you the opportunity to record all of the band members. Do not limit the video to just one wide angle shot of the band. Use the camera controls to zoom in and pan to record isolated shots of individual band members. Remember that one of the main goals for making a video is to capture and maintain the interest of your audience. In most cases the audience of a concert band video is going to be band members and their friends and relatives and they will want to see shots of everyone during the performance. There are a number of considerations for camera placement. The idea is to record
from the best camera angle and capture the best shots while creating as little distraction for the audience as possible. For recording purposes, camera placement should be based on avoiding two things; obstructions in the camera’s line of sight, and excess background noise. Sometimes these are not possible to completely avoid, but too much of either will be distracting to your audience and will deter from the professional image of the video.
The issue of background noise must also be addressed. Remember that any extra noises will most likely be picked up by the camera. Pay attention to anything that creates background noise such as air conditioner units or fans. If you must place the camera near a door or entranceway, take care that people will not be coming in and out during the performance.
Video cameras should be placed on tripods. Tripods provide camera stability and better control to capture professional looking shots of the performance. The cameras should be placed so that the performance may be recorded with little or no obstructions blocking the view of the camera. It is usually not a good idea to place cameras on the same level as the performers. Music stands, large instruments, and other obstacles will block the line of sight between the camera and the performers. Cameras should always be angled above stage level so that they are filming over said obstructions. Exceptions to this rule include filming isolated shots of a soloist or of a special presentation. Many concert venues have a balcony which is ideal for camera placement since it provides for the higher camera angle. If the venue does not have a balcony, place the cameras on a raised platform (such as choral risers) so that the camera is slightly above the stage level. Tripods can be used to elevate the camera slightly higher. If you must place the cameras directly behind audience members, make sure that when the audience stands, they will not block the camera shot.
When possible, some planning in the weeks and days prior to the concert can go a long way in creating a successful concert band production video.
Placing cameras for capturing the best picture is only one aspect of camera placement. While you must be careful to avoid obstructions to the camera’s view, you should also take care that the camera itself will not be an obstruction to the audience. The tripod must not completely block any pathways or aisles, and any wires or extension cords should be taped down using gaffer’s tape. It is also advantageous to select an area that has easy access to an electrical outlet. Camcorders can be powered from a battery supply, but it is much easier to use outlet power when it is available. The possibility exists that a battery will unexpectedly run out of power or the concert will be longer than planned and the battery power will be insufficient to record the duration of the concert. Use extension cords for outlet power when necessary.
Prior Planning
Leading up to the concert, attend a few rehearsals to become familiar with the concert repertoire, taking notes on anything that should be highlighted in the video (such as soloists or percussion features). This should also provide you with some idea as to the time length of the concert. It is also a good idea to inspect the concert venue sometime prior to the performance. Surveying the venue layout will give some idea as to how the cameras should be set up. If the band holds rehearsal in the same venue where the concert will take place, use that time to conduct a rehearsal of your own. Arrange the cameras as they will be on the day of the concert, and record the practice. This will give you a chance to verify that there are no major view obstructions, and the location provides a generally good angle for the camera. Several days prior to the performance, check all equipment to verify that it is in working order, charge all batteries, and pack sufficient tape (enough to record the concert and any encores or special presentations). On the day of the concert, arrive several hours before the official starting time to set up the cameras and workout any last minute details.
Final Thoughts After a successful concert, you can take the video and edit it into a final production. There are many computer programs available for video editing and many online tutorials that can help you get started. If your chapter or band program does not own camcorders, check with your school for other options. Many universities offer lending services of audio video equipment to students or classes. &
Kappa Kappa Psi – National Vice President for Programs
More Than a Marching Band Fraternity! How many of you are tired of hearing that Kappa Kappa Psi is a marching band fraternity? I know that I am. Hopefully, we can all talk about what Kappa Kappa Psi does on the national level in the world of concert ensembles with programs like the National Intercollegiate Band (for which you should all be auditioning) and through our long list of Kappa Kappa Psi commissioning projects. These are not just summer projects, but programs to promote our fraternity throughout the year, with involvement from membership recruitment to Life Membership. Adam Cantley received a B.A. and M.A. from West Virginia University in 2003 and an M.S. from Oklahoma State University in 2008. He is a Life Member of the Omicron Chapter of KK Y and is currently the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at Virginia Tech University.
How is your chapter breaking the stereotype of a “marching band fraternity” on your campus? Are you simply glorified equipment managers for the marching programs (oh yes… I went there.)? Do you count ushering concerts as your only service to concert bands, or are you actually serving the entire band program? In this article I will show examples of chapters that are breaking this stereotype. I will also prove that we actually read the paper work you submit to us, by pulling examples from Chapter Summary Reports. Swing Night – Alpha Beta, Butler University Swing Night is a program that occurs once a semester on campus at Butler University. The event consists of swing dance lessons taught by Brothers and then performances by the Jazz Ensembles at Butler University. This also gives the ensembles the opportunity to perform and more campus exposure. This event has also caught the attention of the Dean of Student Life on campus, and she has helped with the program through donations and publicity. This past year the proceeds 14 - The PODIUM
helped bring a guest artist to perform and work with the Jazz Ensemble. In the report the chapter says “This event is multi-faceted and covers so many of our chapter’s goals.” Conducting Workshop – Kappa Iota, University of Nebraska at Omaha Over the summer Kappa Iota holds a conducting workshop for any UNO music majors. Their sponsor gives free lessons and advice to all who participate. Each major chooses one piece to conduct for a live audience and the sponsor. She then gives feedback and advice on how to practice to the participants. In their report the chapter says “It was a great learning experience for all involved- especially the music majors.” Band Program Information Booths – Omicron, West Virginia University Every year the chapter runs the booth for both summer orientation and campus visitation days on campus. With over 4,000 new freshmen attending each year it is a great way to recruit and provide information about performing opportunities on campus. The chapter runs the booth over 40 times throughout the school year and summer. In their reports they say “We inform anyone interested about the wonderful musical opportunities at WVU.” Night at the Mission Concert – Iota Pi, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Every year the chapter sets up, staffs, and handles tear for the Night at the Mission Concert. This concert is set up to showcase small ensembles that are part of the music department. Also, this year the chapter took it upon themselves to refurbish and repaint the university’s celesta. According to their report, “It was a hideous yellow.” Now it is black and has been updated with wheels for easier transportation.
Instrument Care Workshop – Zeta Sigma, North Carolina Central University This past year the Zeta Sigma chapter hosted workshops for band members on how to care for their instruments. These workshops were made available to all members of the band programs. In their report they said. “There workshops will educate band members on how to keep their instruments clean and in great condition.” Recitals and Performances – Gamma Sigma, Texas Christian University This past the Gamma Sigma chapter proved that their chapter did more than just perform with the TCU Marching Band. They hosted a member recital to celebrate their fiftieth anniversary. They also held a spring recital jointly with the local chapter of Phi Mu Alpha. Finally, in their report they say, “The chapter’s Big Band was the performance group for this year’s band banquet.” These are just a couple of examples of chapter’s who are stepping up to serve other areas than marching band. There are many more of you that understand the concept of “BAND” fraternity. This isn’t to say we need to stop serving our marching bands, but rather look for that balance in your service programs. Don’t just tighten some stands and call it good. Actually, stress your brain and be a little more creative on top of your traditional programs. These chapters each lifted their band programs with more activities, and really embraced the purpose of “promoting the existence of the college band.” Remember that November is National Month of Musicianship and provides a great opportunity to try something new with your chapter. Keep up all the amazing work you do for bands, and always keep striving for the highest. &
National Vice President for Special Projects – Tau Beta Sigma
Serving Our Concert Bands AND Our Sorority As the fall semester gets underway, many of us develop tan lines from band camp and hear the fight song ringing in our ears. We pass out uniforms, carry water, and paint lines on the practice field. Numerous tiring hours are spent performing duties for the marching band and the marching band students know about the work that is done. Recruitment tends to rely heavily on marching band members because of this reason: the marching band sees and knows what Tau Beta Sigma is all about. But what about those concert band students? What do they know about Tau Beta Sigma?
Dawn Farmer is an instrumental music teacher in Prince Georges County, Maryland. She received her BME in 2002 at the University of Arizona and her MA in Music Education in 2008 at the University of Maryland. Dawn has taught instrumental music in Arizona, California, and Maryland and has played clarinet in several community bands. She is a Life Member of the Omega Chapter of TBS (UofA) and an Honorary Member of the Psi Chapter of KK Y (UCLA).
Many chapters that do spend time working for the concert ensembles “wait” until the spring, when marching band is over and there is more free time in the schedules. As busy college students, it could be hard to squeeze more things into our schedules. However, waiting until after marching season is over to pay attention to the concert bands could be detrimental. We need to be proactive and tend to the needs of our concert bands during the first semester, right from the beginning. By being visible to these other ensembles early in the school year, we have the opportunity to garner more interest in Tau Beta Sigma. Our concert bands should not be an afterthought or “the other” bands we serve. All of the musicians at our schools deserve our attention and service. It might seem that concert ensembles may not need as much assistance, so we tend to overlook them. There are always things that could be done to help these other groups, but it might take some legwork to figure out to serve them best. A good way to start would be to speak to the directors of the concert
ensembles; ask them what needs to be done. Random tasks like repairing music stands or painting numbers on instrument cases might be needed. The wind ensemble or jazz band might need new folders – your chapter could help fundraise for that. The upcoming concert needs ushers or a reception. The music library needs some serious TLC… or data entry. There are many ways to serve the concert bands, ask around and you might be surprised how easy it is to help. As we work to serve our college bands, there are other projects that Tau Beta Sigma is actively participating in. These National Projects are unifying programs that every chapter across the nation has the opportunity to participate in, regardless of chapter location, membership size, number of ensembles, or other factors. As we prepare for the 2009 National Convention in Phoenix this summer, it is imperative that the members of Tau Beta Sigma work together to make a difference in our communities and our sorority. To musically serve our community, we have the Scouting for Music Project in which chapters are urged to make connections with local area Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops. Working with these troops, our members can share a love of music with the youth and potentially foster a desire for musical participation. This mentor relationship is mutually beneficial; it passes on a love for band and music while at the same time reminds the Sisterhood of the powers of music. Chapters can assist in badge work or provide any other assistance, musical or otherwise, that the troop leaders might need. To find local troops in your area, visit each organization’s web site and enter your zip code or locale. As you complete activities with troops in your area, document your chapter’s event. Then, share your story with the rest of the nation by sending a story and photos to The PODIUM! We continue to serve our sorority by working on two projects: Composing Our Future and Project Archives. The goal of Composing
Our Future is to find a new musical selection for the Tau Beta Sigma song set. Actives, Alumni, Life, and Honorary Members are asked to compose and submit a four-part SATB arrangement of a new Tau Beta Sigma song. Contributing a new song to our repertoire will expand our musical connections and enhance the image of the sorority. Members at the 2007 National Convention in Orlando expressed the need for a new Tau Beta Sigma song that accommodates vocal ranges of both women and men. Bringing in a new selection will help us become more musically confident as an organization. A selected committee will evaluate submissions and the winning song will be announced and taught for the first time at the 2009 National Convention in Phoenix, Arizona. Entries should be mailed to National Headquarters before May 1, 2009. We are proud and excited to announce the Tau Beta Sigma History Room, a new and important resource for Tau Beta Sigma that will significantly improve our capability to do reserach at all levels of the Sorority. We want to send out a big thanks to the Kappa Kappa Psi National Council for supporting our archives project by voting to allow Tau Beta Sigma to use the upstairs room at the South end of the building as our primary research center and display area for our artifacts and memorabilia and since the National Headquarters is a shared property, we recognize that this decision is an important gesture that fully demonstrates that the leadership of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma truly support each other and that we are indeed partners for the long term in our efforts to serve university and college bands. To better preserve our history, our National Committee on History and Archives, led by National Historian Lisa Croston, has been spending time on Project Archives. Our team of alumni has spent hours at the Stillwater
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The Traveling Band Purdue University
Article by: Jay S. Gephart, Director of Bands, Purdue University Photography by: Roy Johnson
One thing college football has hands down over the professional game is marching bands. You know what I’m talking about. Nothing compares to the pageantry of a college: a marching band strutting down the field performing the school’s fight song in front of over-excited fans ready for their team to take the world. For many universities, the marching band represents the spirit of the school, plain and simple. The university marching band also represents tradition. Traditions are invaluable in every aspect of our society. They are the fabric by which we knit ourselves together. Traditions represent valued practices passed down from one generation to the next, often times with great pomp and fanfare. In the band world, it is no different, particularly in the Big Ten. If you talk with alumni from one of these schools, they beam with pride about the traditions of their storied marching band programs.
For a sentimental guy like me, I really value tradition. That is why I enjoy my position as Director of Bands at Purdue University-a university band program filled with traditions. For example, in the fall of 2007, the Purdue All-American Marching Band celebrated the 100th anniversary of the “Block P” with a great deal of hoopla. In fact, we hosted over 400 returning alumni for a homecoming reunion to create what we referred to as the “World’s Largest” Block P before an appreciative homecoming audience.
"Their paths may never cross again, but these students experienced something special that day and they knew it."
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But that’s not all! Other traditions at Purdue include the Golden Girl twirling position which dates to 1954, the “World’s Largest” Drum, built in 1921, the Big Ten Flags which were introduced to the field in the early part of the 20th century, the band cheer which every band member has chanted during game day festivities since the late 1950’s, the Drum
Major breakdown performed at the conclusion of each game day, and “I Am An American” dating to 1966, presented as part of our patriotic pre-game show. What many Purdue band fans don’t realize is the Purdue Band has another very important tradition. The Purdue marching band has been known as the “traveling band” for decades. The "All-American" Band has appeared many times on the Radio City Music Hall stage in New York City. It has made more than a dozen trips to South America, three European tours, a USO tour of Iceland and Greenland, several Canadian tours, and two tours of Japan. In January 1989, the marching band made its first appearance in the presidential inaugural parade in Washington, D.C. In 1992, 60 members of the band traveled to Singapore for a Lunar New Year celebration. Football bowl appearances have taken the band all the way from the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, to the Alamo Bowl in San Antonio and the Outback Bowl in Tampa. This year, however was the trip of a lifetime. On May 26th, before the sun came up over West Lafayette, Indiana, the Purdue “All-American” Marching Band departed for an adventure to Beijing, China. The “All-American” Marching Band’s invitation to perform in the “Meet in Beijing International Arts and Music Festival” was issued by the Chinese government’s Ministry of Culture. The purpose of the “Meet in Beijing” Arts Festival is to promote Chinese cultural tradition, and to introduce a cultural exchange between China and various foreign countries. The event typically includes performances of symphonic music, ballet, folk music, dance, theatre and popular music. Groups from around the world have been part of this festival including the famed Philadelphia Orchestra. The Purdue “All-American” Marching Band was the first college marching band from the United States to participate in the festival. The 2008 “Meet in Beijing” event also had a unique twist. The event was considered part of the international cultural exchange leading up
Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma members at the Great Wall of China.
to the 2008 Olympic Games. For our part in the festival, our band gave three performances-one by the Great Wall of China, a marching band exhibition at a Beijing public high school, and an indoor concert for members of the Chinese military band program. In addition our Purdue students had opportunities for sightseeing in Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven. They also had the chance to take an up-close look at many Olympic venues including the famed “Bird’s Nest.” And as you might expect, our students explored Beijing on their own and walked away with a new appreciation for this wonderful culture and for new friendships with the Chinese people. Emily Ponder, a senior piccolo player made this observation: “In one of the public parks, dozens of musicians were out performing. I was with a group of fellow piccolos. We stopped to listen to an impressive quartet featuring Chinese flute. Our guide explained who we were. They produced two additional Chinese flutes and invited us to join in! Our guide translated for a spectator-‘Even though we are from different cultures and different languages, music can bring us together’. I couldn’t put it better myself.” Each performance was significant in its own way. The marching exhibition at Key School #4, one of China’s premiere high schools, was very special because of interaction between our Purdue band members and the Chinese students. At on point, we invited the students down onto the field to have a look at the Purdue Drumline. The excitement on their faces told the story as they encountered our Purdue “All-American” Drumline snares, tenors and bass drums. It reminded me of my very own children when they had their first encounter with the Purdue marching band. Because of this performance, I thoroughly expect a Chinese student to walk through my office door someday and tell me the reason he or she chose Purdue is because of that concert at Key School #4. An aside-our Purdue students were treated like rock stars!!
Purdue Band director Jay Gephart exchanges gifts with the director of the Beijing Union University Band.
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Kappa Kappa Psi – National Vice President for Student Affairs
The Opportunity of a Lifetime Fall means one thing for many chapters across the country: Marching Band. It’s often the most visible part of our musical career and fraternity service. While this is an important part of our fraternal opportunities, Kappa Kappa Psi is not a marching band fraternity. We prove that on a daily basis. Not sure what I mean? Just keep reading through this edition of The PODIUM. Jason Morris is a 2003 graduate of Mount Union College with a degree in Music Education. He is the Director of Instrumental Music at Upper Sandusky High School in Northwest Ohio. Active in many organizations, including Freemasonry, Jason holds memberships in Pi Kappa Lambda, Mu Phi Epsilon, MENC, and the Ohio Music Education Association.
Concert band provides an outstanding chance to showcase the leadership inherent in our Brotherhood. We lead from every seat in the band. No matter where you are sitting,
your status in our Brotherhood identifies you as having a passion and a desire to excel. Aside from our individual participation in concert bands, we, as a fraternity, continue to serve as leaders for everyone involved in band organizations. One of our most notable examples of promoting bands and band music is through our commissioning projects. Since 1953, the commissioning program has offered not only new band literature but also an amazing chance for college band members to take part in a worldpremiere performance through the National Intercollegiate Band. Selection for the NIB is a great honor for any college musician, but I think that many Brothers tend to overlook this outstanding program. Recently, I was talking with some college students (not affiliated with either KKY or TBS) who were teaching at my band camp. They had noticed the poster from the 2007 NIB with autographs from the commissioned composer and conductor hanging in my band room and asked what the group was all about. After talking about the program and the performance opportunity, the first thing they both said was, “That sounds amazing! Can
Highlighted: Current National Vice President for Student Affairs, Jason Morris, knows first hand the unique experience of participating in the NIB.
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I be a part of it?” The quick answer for them—and you—is absolutely! Ask anyone who has participated in the NIB and I’m sure you’ll hear stories of the great experience offered through this ensemble both as a Brother and as a musician. Allow me a moment to share just one. Six years ago, I played in the NIB and had a great time with Dr. Jack Stamp. That year, the NIB brought to life his commissioned piece, Bandancing for the first time in performance. Throughout the weekend, Dr. Stamp shared with us his thoughts and feelings about composing the music. He laughed with us. He celebrated our successes. Most importantly, he helped us work to realize the potential of our ensemble. While many bands have played the piece since, it was a once in a lifetime opportunity for everyone involved. What other organization can provide such an outstanding benefit to individual members while simultaneously fueling the cause to which it is dedicated? As we take a look at our concert ensembles and the impact they have within Kappa Kappa Psi, we should also take a look at the impact each of us can have. First and foremost, share your dedication to the success of college and university bands. Be a leader. Understand the possibilities that lie within your band and actively seek ways to achieve them. Looking at the bigger picture, shoot for the top. Interested in being a part of the history of college bands? The 2009 NIB is already well into production and is certain to be an opportunity no Brother should miss. Information and requirements are being published now. Go ahead and start the countdown because the deadline for submitting your audition will be here before you know it! &
National Vice President for Communication and Recognition – Tau Beta Sigma
T-M-I! An Education in Resources As a member of Tau Beta Sigma, several resources are available to help you stay connected to your Sisters across the nation – as well as to your elected leadership. E-mail, websites, social networking, listservs and the like can all become a blur when you’re knee-deep in band rehearsals, studying for exams, or just living la dolce vida. Add to that meeting deadlines and participating in programs to maintain Active Membership in the Sorority. It can get overwhelming, but not to fear – your VPCR is here.
to get the most use out of this service. You can also route up to five of your existing e-mail addresses into this one service and access them all with a single log-in! Visit the e-mail link from our Tau Beta Sigma webpage, www.tbsigma.org/email.html to sign in or sign-up for this fantastic service. We urge each chapter to activate and utilize their pre-assigned "ChapterName"@tbsigma.org e-mail address to conduct official business.
Instead of suffering from "information overload," take the time to learn about the various avenues of communication offered as a benefit of membership. Then, build upon that knowledge by using the appropriate print, online, real-time, or asynchronous resource to reach your desired result. This article will help you navigate the myriad of services offered to create a personal communication strategy; one that can be coupled with a Chapter Communication Plan to ensure that everyone stays in the know.
FORMS To meet appropriate deadlines, use the forms provided from the national website, www.tbsigma.org. Click the “resources and publications” tab, and navigate down to “member resources.” On this page, you will find the latest editions of the Constitution, Guide to Membership Education, and Chapter Operations Handbook. You’ll also be able to download PDFs or Word documents of the various forms and applications required throughout the year. Awards applications, graphics and a link to purchase merchandise are also available. The Member Resources section is your one-stop shop to obtain upto-date Sorority forms and documents.
In 1997, Deena Smith joined the Epsilon Lambda chapter at North Carolina Central University where she played clarinet and mellophone/horn, and obtained a B.A. in History. She went on to earn a Master’s degree at the University of Maryland in 2004. She has previously held various chapter offices, served as Southeast District Alumni Association Secretary, and Baltimore Washington Alumni Association Treasurer. Deena currently resides in College Park, MD where she works as a Law Librarian.
E-MAIL Wouldn’t it be great to send all your Sorority-related messages into a separate e-mail account? As a member, you are eligible to activate your @tbsigma.org e-mail address! This free, web-based service is powered by Google Apps. When setting up your @tbsigma.org account, be sure to take advantage of all the features offered through this new system. Using Google Talk and/or AIM chat service, POP3/IMAP, or integrating this e-mail address with your existing Gmail account are just a few ways
LISTSERVS Once you’ve signed up for e-mail, use it to subscribe to the listservs. There are two national lists that can be subscribed to. I prefer to think of the two lists as a Musical Mullet, business in the front (moderated) and party in the back (unmoderated). Each district also hosts joint and/or separate lists. Learn more at your District homepage or www.kkytbs.org/listserve/. See also the insert in the Fall Mailer for more details.
SOCIAL NETWORKING Student Chats are held monthly in our online chatroom. Visit the national website, click “chat” and follow the on-screen instructions to be connected. Our Student Chats focus on issues important to you – membership, recruitment, fundraising, and service. However, I am eager to host “open chats” without a direct topic, or to host a chat on the topic of
your choosing. Did you know that you don’t have to wait until I host a Chat? You can also use the chatroom for District Council meetings, keeping in touch over breaks, or just to fight boredom. Visit www.tbsigma.org and navigate to the chat to get started. Although there are numerous Facebook groups dedicated to Tau Beta Sigma – there is only one page that offers real-time access to the National Council. This page already lists the 2008-2009 calendar, and will alert you of new services and tools available to the membership. I’d love for every member with a Facebook account to visit www.face book.com/pages/Tau-Beta-Sigma/22395699817 and become a “fan” of Tau Beta Sigma today! SOMETHING NEW We’re pleased to announce two new communication tools from the National Council to the membership of Tau Beta Sigma. First, we have contracted a members-only text-messaging service. By signing up for this service, you will receive alerts and announcements from the National Council on your cell phone or text-enabled device. Next, we have created a new members-only newsletter. The Council Connection is a quarterly communiqué, providing brief updates and recap what’s happened in each office since the last edition. Many of you have expressed the desire to know what’s happening on a more frequent basis. Instead of waiting for an end of term report, I hope these new tools meet your needs and offers insight to the Council’s works in progress. SO WHAT NOW? We are dedicated to helping you meet the required deadlines throughout the academic year. So, Tau Beta Sigma offers a variety of communication services. The listservs, Facebook, our new Members-Only text messaging service, and Council Connection are just a few ways by which the National
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KKY Capital Development Program All donations to Kappa Kappa Psi are tax deductible to the extent of IRS Regulations.
Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity Defined Contribution Program
Up to $99 • Friend of Kappa Kappa Psi $100 • Century Club $250 • First Chair Club $500 • Director’s Club $1,000 • President’s Club $5,000 • William A. Scroggs Founder’s Club
Life Membership
Alumni and Honorary members are entitled to Life Membership for $500 (application available at http://www.kkpsi.org).
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The National Programs of Kappa Kappa Psi (Scholarships, Leadership Education, etc.) can be supported by any of the following giving options: • Cash Gifts – tax deductible according to the donor’s tax bracket. • Bequests – bequests include gifts of cash, securities, or other marketable property designated in a will and are exempt from federal estate taxes. A specific bequest leaves certain property, or a percentage of the estate to the Kappa Kappa Psi Corporation. • Life Insurance – gifts made be made to the fraternity by naming the Kappa Kappa Psi Corporation as owner or as beneficiary. • Appreciated Property – an alternative to a cash gift is a donation of appreciated securities, such as stocks and bonds.
Please contact Alan Bonner at the National Headquarters (800-543-6505) or Ken Corbett (803-777-7313) if you have any questions. Detach the form below and mail with your contribution.
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Be a Part of the Legacy of Tau Beta Sigma! The Tau Beta Sigma Fund supports valuable, long-term programs of our Sorority, including the National Intercollegiate Band, Commissioning program, Women In Music Speaker Series, scholarships and leadership development. Now is your chance to make a difference! All supporters of Tau Beta Sigma are invited and encouraged to sustain and preserve the mission of the Sorority by participating in the Tau Beta Sigma Trust Fund. Each gift will be recognized in The PODIUM. YES! I want to contribute to the Tau Beta Sigma Trust Fund. r Friends of the Trust (Select your personal gift level.) ___ Friend $1-$99 ___ Century Club $100-$249 ___ Sisterhood Supporter $250-$499 ___ Red Rose Contributor $500-$999 ___ Pearl Patron $1,000-$2,499 ___ Blue and White Benefactor $2,500-$4,999 ___ Wava Banes Henry Founder $5,000 or more r Tributes Mark milestones for your Sisters, Alumni and your Chapter by donating in the form of a tribute.
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Life membership is for alumni or senior members and grants the following privileges: • Serve as proxy for your former chapter at Convention (if actives are not present). • Receive The PODIUM as long as a correct address is available. • Receive a Tau Beta Sigma Life Membership pin. • Receive a complimentary one-year membership in the Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association. r Bequests to the Sorority You may choose to include the Sorority in your estate planning with a gift of stocks, bonds, real estate, insurance or cash. (Contact the National Headquarters for information.) Please accept my gift to the Tau Beta Sigma Trust Fund in the amount of_ ___________________________ . Name: _______________________________________________________________E-mail:___________________________ Address: _ __________________________________ City:______________________State: _ ________ ZIP: ______________ Telephone: __________________________________ Chapter/School:___________________________________________ Complete the following if the gift is a Tribute: This gift is a Tribute for__________________________________________________________________________________ in honor/memory (circle one) of_ __________________________________________________________________________ Please send acknowledgement to: Name: _______________________________________________________________E-mail:___________________________ Address: _ __________________________________ City:______________________State: _ ________ ZIP: ______________ Telephone: __________________________________ Chapter:_________________ School:__________________________ (Use a separate sheet, including your name, for additional Tributes and attach to this page.) Method of Payment: r Check Enclosed. Make check payable to Tau Beta Sigma Trust Fund. r Credit Card: r VISA r MasterCard Card Number:_______-_______ -_ _____ -_ _____ Expiration Date (MM/YY): _____ /_ ____ Name on card:_______________________________________________________________ All contributions are tax deductible and may qualify for corporate matching funds.
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Kappa Kappa Psi – National Chapter Field Representative
Tradition: Take It And/Or Leave It! Adam Bates is a 2006 graduate of the University of Maryland, Adam earned degrees in Computer Science and in English Literature. He was initiated into the Gamma Xi Chapter on May 3rd, 2003 and served in a variety of chapter offices. Adam also served as Northeast District Alumni Liaison for 2005-2006 and Northeast District Vice President the following year. While serving the District, he helped to assemble the first-ever complete District Family Tree and conducted research for the first and second editions of the Northeast District History Project. As a member of The Mighty Sound of Maryland Marching Band, he served as sousaphone squad leader.
In my second year of Active Membership, my chapter was excited to hear an “old” alumnus from the 90’s would be coming back for an event. As an active, this particular alum introduced a team building activity into our membership education process. It had become a favorite tradition, one that we were eager to recreate for our alumni Brother. Imagine our surprise when, upon starting the activity, our alum laughed out loud! As it turns out, this was an on-the-fly event he had made up for one-time use. He never meant to start a tradition, but once the event had happened a few times it took on a life of its own.
are. This is especially true of their time as students. Your chapter traditions all started when people just like you decided to try something new! Each year, take a step back and analyze each and every tradition. Are they furthering our five purposes? How do they impact non-members’ perception of the chapter? If it is a membership education activity, are the candidates benefiting? Is there a better way to achieve the same outcome? Don’t be afraid to break down an event, either. What are the pros and cons? Spend some time at a meeting asking these questions.
This is the “double edged sword” that tradition can represent, and I have seen this negatively impact chapters while travelling across the country. As students, it is often very difficult for us to sort out positive traditions from negative ones. The appeal of tradition is sometimes overwhelming. Even when we do spot a counterproductive activity, we might feel pressure from our older Brothers to keep things the way they’ve always been.
Step Three: Create a Culture of Innovation
Here are a few steps your chapter can take to make sure your traditions are working for you and not against you! Step One: Traditions Audit Alumni are deserving of our recognition and respect, and there’s a lot we can learn from them. Still, they’re just as imperfect as we 22 - The PODIUM
Step Two: “Traditioneering” At another meeting, address the issues you discovered and bring new ideas forward. With each event or custom this could go down one of many paths – you could leave it as is, modify it a little, overhaul it, or replace it with an entirely new activity. Tailor the event to the needs of the Brotherhood, and make sure everyone participates! If the entire chapter can take ownership of a new event, it will be much more likely to succeed.
After speaking with that “old” alumni, we all realized that true tradition was found in keeping membership education fresh and relevant. However, when we sat down to brainstorm new events we found that we couldn’t! We had become so obsessed with tradition that it took time to get our originality back. If this will be your first year analyzing tradition, don’t expect it to be easy for you either! Fortunately, there are steps we can take to make it easier for future Brothers. First and foremost, keep trying new things! In all chapter functions, make sure to attempt something new each semester. This new event might take time away from a more established activity, but that’s OK. At the end of the semester your Chapter will be
able to decide which was more effective. Also, take the time to explain the balance between tradition and originality to your membership candidates. That way they won’t be afraid to contribute their unique voice once they become Brothers! Conclusion Don’t get me wrong, tradition is the stuff that binds our chapters and Fraternity together. We should all be proud of the history that we have inherited. But a tradition is only as good as its benefit to the Brotherhood. With that in mind, keep celebrating your Chapter’s past while building for the future! &
EDUCATION From page 19 Council will reach out to keep you on task. We’ll send you timely, accurate information – but we need your feedback… Sisterhood is a two-way street! Since we’ve explained the myriad of communication options offered to keep in touch with your Sisters across the nation, reach out to us, and be receptive when we reach out to you. It’s up to you to identify the best mix of resources for your life and your chapter. Mix it up and stay in touch! &
Congratulations to Mike Osborn for receiving Kappa Kappa Psi's A. Frank Martin Award in 2008 from Dr. Malinda Matney
National Chapter Field Representative – Kappa Kappa Psi
Musical Life After College Band Emily P. Rogers a 2008 graduate of the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Emily Rogers holds a degree in African Studies and a degree in Psychology. She was initiated into the Alpha Theta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi in the fall of 2003. She held various positions within the chapter and was elected the Midwest District Vice President in 2006. She was the Midwest District President from December 2006 until the spring of 2008. She was a member of the Pride of the Rockies Marching Band where she played the mellophone and also served as the Uniform Manager. Emily was also a member of the Thurgood Marshall Club which promotes social justice.
A couple of years before graduation, I began to worry about my musical future. I knew I would always support the arts and go to concerts, but where would I find an ensemble to play with? I wasn’t pursuing a professional music career, but I still wanted to be able to play with an ensemble. I voiced my concerns to one of my Brothers and they told me to just join the community band.
In our small community, there were even a few different ensembles to join! Playing in this ensemble was not only a lot of fun but allowed me to help promote music within the community! The band that I was involved in gives scholarships to high school seniors wishing to pursue music in college. I enjoyed being a part of this ensemble until the time that I moved.
Things you will need to start a community band: A Community Decide who you want to be involved in your community band. What is the age range? Will the band be open to students (college and/or high school)? You will also need to decide the rules for your band. How many rehearsals will you have per concert? Is rehearsal attendance required to play at concerts? Will there be a fee for being in your band? Logistics like these are important to decide before beginning recruitment because being able to answer them will help people know whether or not they would like to be in your band. A Venue Where will your band rehearse and perform? Many community bands rehearse in area high school band rooms or other community spaces (ie. recreation centers, churches, etc.) The pricing may vary, but if you find someone who is as interested in a community band as you are, you might have a free rehearsal space! Check with your city hall about rules and regulations regarding an organization of this type. Your city may have some funding available for an open-admission band, especially if you are willing to play at town events. It is really important to be proactive
with this step. Talk with community organizers or local politicians. If you let them know the importance of having a community band, they will likely support you and/or point you in the right direction for gaining even more support. Musicians What is a band without musicians? Go out and recruit some! Depending on your target group for members there are lots of great places to find musicians. You can check with local high schools or colleges. You can even post ads in local newspapers, facebook, craig’s list… the possibilities are endless! Make sure you provide them with audition information and/or rehearsal schedule. The more information you provide people with, the easier it will be to get them to join! Whether you are joining a community band or starting your own, it is sure to be an exciting experience. It provides a great place for people to get together and enjoy music. So get out there and discover the joys of a community band! Your musical life can continue after college band, no matter what your major! & Resources: The Association of Concert Bands www.acbands.org “How to Organize a Community Band” www.ehow.com
Community bands are a really great way to stay active in the musical community following graduation. You can search you area online or in the newspaper. Many communities all over the country already have community bands that are waiting for talented musicians like you! Now, you might be thinking "my community doesn’t have a community band to join! What should I do?" Well, why not start your own community band? There are a few things you will need and a little bit of planning involved, but starting a community band is a great way to stay involved in music after you graduate!
Stillwater, OK Community Band performing during the 2008 Fourth of July Celebration at Boomer Lake. Photo provided by: Aaron Moore
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Beta Gamma Brother Protects Us All While we were going about our daily lives, one of our Brothers was in Iraq protecting us from terrorism as well as bringing freedom to a country once ruled under a ruthless dictatorship. 2nd Lieutenant Jeremy Duplechin, who crossed into the Beta Gamma Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi in fall 2001, just returned in November from a 14 month tour in Iraq. He is currently stationed at Ft. Hood, TX where he is a field artillery platoon leader. He is responsible for training a group of 40 soldiers in leadership and training skills. After graduating from LSU in December of 2005 with a degree in Information Systems & Decision Sciences, he joined the United States Army one month later. While in Iraq, he was stationed in places such as Baqubah and Muqbaheiya with the 1st Battalion 12th Cavalry and the 2nd Battalion 82nd Field Artillery. He worked as a fire support officer and was recently promoted to fire direction officer, where he basically tells soldiers which direction to point and fire their guns. Duplechin said he enjoyed telling his lower enlisted soldiers about his fraternity and the great experiences he had while in it. “When I tried to explain to them what my fraternity was, I used the movie ‘Drumline’ as an example,” he said. Fighting in Iraq, however, doesn’t come without some consequences. He said one of his memorable moments while serving in Iraq was on December 23, 2006 when his company came under attack, and took its first casualty. During the firefight and bombardment of his Company Post, he said “that was the first time I really got scared because we kept getting hammered with mortars, and at one point I almost thought this might be it.” Overall, his battalion lost 30 men during their time in Iraq. 24 - The PODIUM
Duplechin said his future plans are to get his masters degree while he’s still in the army, and he would like to be a field artillery commander, in charge of about 400 soldiers. Duplechin became a Brother of Kappa Kappa Psi in the fall 2001 where he was in a line of five Brothers. When asked what his favorite memory about Psi was he said “Just 2nd Lieutenant Jeremy Duplechin, Beta Gamma Chapter, Kappa Kappa Psi watching everyone in the chapter forming one big Brotherhood and family was really gratifying and amazing.” Before he joined the Beta Gamma chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi, he was amazed at the bond between those in the fraternity, as well as their service to the collegiate bands. “Once I joined Kappa Kappa Psi, I realized it’s not all about you anymore; it’s what can I do to make both the organization and college bands better,” Duplechin said. Duplechin said even though he’s living his life out in Texas, he still plans to keep in touch with the Beta Gamma chapter and alumni, as well as attend meetings whenever possible. Duplechin wasn’t the first one in his family who had a calling to join the military. Aimee, his sister, is currently stationed in Texas with the army. He said his dad, Tony Duplechin, has been a real role model to him because he’s not afraid to take on a challenge. “My dad always knows the right thing to do,” Duplechin said. “That’s where I get a lot of my courage and inspiration from.”
– Louis Pelletteri, Beta Gamma; KK Y, Louisiana State University
In order to make your official Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma publication, the best magazine possible we need your help. Submissions are now being accepted for our upcoming Brotherhood and Sisterhood issue, which focuses on the many different ways Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma create meaningful personal connections. Spring 2009: The Brotherhood and Sisterhood Deadline: November 1 Start thinking now about how your chapter relates to this theme and begin writing the articles that best highlight your activities along the way. And don't forget the photos! Please send submissions to: podium@kkytbs.org
Student News
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Deeply Committed to Helping and Enhancing The Brothers of Duquesne University’s Kappa Rho chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi are deeply committed to helping and enhancing our university’s concert ensembles in several ways. Our most notable project is what we lovingly call “chairs.” Our two largest concert ensembles, the Wind Symphony and Symphony Band, each practice two different days a week; however, the band room they use also houses many other ensembles and classes throughout the week. This forces the bands to have to set up their chairs, risers, and stands before every rehearsal, which takes up valuable time. This is where the Brothers of our chapter step in. Before each practice session we come in a few minutes early and set up all necessary risers, stands, and chairs that are needed for that day’s rehearsal. This enables the musicians to come in, warm up, and promptly begin their rehearsal, maximizing the amount of time they get to strive for excellence. We also try to attend all of the bands’ concerts to continue this work. We arrive with a truck to load necessary instruments and equipment, travel to the concert venue to help unload the truck, and then continue to help set up the stage. After the concert, we tear down chairs and stands, reload the truck, and help put away all the equipment. We feel
that this is a valuable service to our concert ensembles, as it not only maximizes their useable rehearsal time, but also relieves the performing groups of yet another burden on stressful performance days. We all know how taxing performances can be, and we know that helping with the daunting tasks of setting up and tearing down are greatly appreciated by our ensembles. This fall we will also be embarking on a new project to further serve our concert ensembles. Our chapter will be reorganizing the school’s music library and will be in charge of managing all of the ensembles’ music. We will rearrange the music library in a more efficient manner, making it easier to look through and find pieces as requested. Likewise, getting out
pieces of music for the ensembles to play, ensuring that all parts are accounted for, and providing practice parts for all musicians will be three more of our new responsibilities. This will be yet another valuable service that we, as Brothers of Duquesne’s chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi, are proud to provide for our concert ensembles as they continue to strive for the highest in musical performance. – Ben Horne, Kappa Rho; KK Y, Duquesne University
Beta Kappa - Moving Forward! This past spring, when most chapters in the NCD were preparing their Governor’s Cup presentations, the Beta Kappa chapter was no different. However, while our presentation committee was getting things in order, our chapter and our sponsor were being nominated for two other awards, Honorary Organization of the Year and Student Organization Advisor of the Year. These awards, along with six others, are apart of the annual Student Organization Awards on the campus of Bowling Green State University. The Honorary Organization of the Year award is given to a campus organization that has increased its membership participation in organization activities, maintained an active role on campus, and has contributed positively to the betterment of the campus community. The Beta Kappa chapter of has made great strides in increasing its membership participation over the last year. We had four members attend National Convention in
Orlando, which was about even from 2005, and had nearly 45% attendance at the 2008 NCD Convention, a five-percent jump from 2007. Locally, we have instituted new activities, such as having socials to watch DCI World Championships, fraternity-based version of “Family Feud”, an on-campus photo scavenger hunt, as well as increased participation at annual events such as the extremely popular game of Capture the Flag. Most significantly, we have contributed increased participation to events that are non-fraternity related and help to maintain an active role on campus through such events as the 2008 BGSU Dance Marathon – a 32hour fundraising event in which 5 brothers participated. This was the second time in chapter history in which Beta Kappa has been involved and this was also the largest participation we’ve had at this event!
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Dr. Bruce Moss (Chapter Sponsor & National VP for Professional Relations) and Preston Ramsey (Chapter President, Spring 2008) after accepting awards at the annual Bowling Green State University Applauding Excellence Banquet in April 2008.
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Student News
New Beginnings Wrapped in a Small Package! With only fifteen active, the Lambda Beta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi has been going strong. We’ve only been around for a couple of years and we’re still testing the waters. The 2007-2008 school year has been one of the most exciting times for our chapter. This year, one of our biggest goals was to improve the relationship within the band. Yes, taking water coolers to the field, lining the field, putting chairs out and up is always done. That wasn’t really our focus. There was a lot of potential that was seen in many members of our band, but just couldn’t figure out how we could bring it out of them as a whole. Fresh from convention we had so many ideas to throw at our chapter, and a plan that we hoped would solve our problem. One of the ideas that we came up with on the way back from convention was a point system. There were four issues that we wanted to work on improving. They were attendance, attitude, music, and marching. We also knew that our band loves to be competitive. Even though we only perform at football games, everyone’s background came from competitive bands. So we knew a little competition was what our band needed to spark their flame! So, in cooperation with our band director we started a group’s point system. We broke the band up into four groups: brass, woodwinds, percussion, and color guard. Each group could earn points for everyone being in attendance, good attitudes, and best effort musically and marching wise. They also got points for being the best section. Points were taken every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from our band director. We put the updates of every week on the board so groups could see who was in the lead. At first things didn’t seem to change much. People already had their minds set on which group they thought would win. Instead of giving up we continued to do the points. Over time our section leaders started to get into it more and started encouraging our members. Every so often you would hear members talk about how they wonder who won today. Those who had the most points at the end of the year were awarded a pizza party and the recognition of being the best section. Even though the system had its ups and downs, ultimately in the end our goal was accomplished. So many people agreed that this was their best year. Things got done faster and much more smoothly. Respect and musicianship increased as well. As you know a lot of factors can go into why this year was 26 - The PODIUM
better than most, but the point’s system greatly helped. Another one of the ideas we had was an earlier service project we did near the end of the spring for the fall semester, and that was having a supply cabinet. There were always those black socks that always got lost in the dyer or being down to our last reed that seem to be a problem. Plus, not everyone had means of finding a way to the music store, especially during band camp week. So we came up with setting up a cabinet with medical, musical, and other supplies that would be needed by the band. The whole purpose for the cabinet was to supply what the band needed closer to home and a lower price then what you would get in the store. The cabinet was considered a service and not a fundraiser because we also did it for those who were less fortunate at the time. We all know being a college student, a lot of times, there’s things you need, but don’t have the money to get. With the cabinet we supplied those who can afford and can not. At first the cabinet had its downs; no one was buying anything. Soon it began to pick-up and we needed more supplies! By the end of the semester we had a list of things that we needed for next year with the joy that the cabinet was doing better than we thought! We had the hope that we would supply the band with materials, and now we have other ensembles requesting supplies to be put in the cabinet as well. So many new ideas have been passed through our chapter and acted upon to better our music program as a whole! A lot of times the ideas are either rejected or not successful! Our biggest focus was only on the relationship of the band, which turned into the bettering of our music program. We looked at our goal as a small step, but in fact it was huge. Once we were seen as just a stepping fraternity, and we are now seen as much more! We’ve been ask to do and help more on our campus and looked at by our fellow musicians as a chapter trying to improve not just the band but, the music program as a whole. Even
other fraternities and sororities have recognized the service we’ve accomplished this year. In doing all of this, we as a chapter have grown in music, Brotherhood, leadership, and service. One thing that has become tradition before it was mandatory was sectional sundaes. Where we would hold sectionals to practice our wind ensemble music and afterwards have sundaes. We’ve even started our own annual recital this year! Over the course of the year we worked on improving our relationship with our director. It started off rough years before, and now growing older we wanted to step up our game. So we needed to mend those ties that had been damaged. Having a great relationship with our Advisor has made such a difference in our growth and our individual lives. Throughout the year we received two awards for our outstanding service, one from the Southeast District and another from our Chapter Advisor. With all this excitement, we know we have to continue to improve so what we have accomplished will flourish even more. Not everything has to come in a big elaborate package! Even a small private school strong in their faith can have some of the best work! Every beginning starts small and grows into something wonderful. Just like Lambda Beta at Charleston Southern University…we’re a New Beginning Wrapped in a Small Package! – Keshia Wilkins, Lambda Beta; KK Y, Charleston Southern University
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TBS Week and Service to the UK Bands This year the Eta Zeta chapter was looking for a way to increase our involvement outside of the Wildcat Marching Band. We were in need of more ways to serve our other university
ensembles such as the Symphony Band and Concert Band. Until recently our only service to the concert ensembles had been hosting receptions after every concert. While our
Sisters Katie Grossman, Melissa DeCarlo, and Kim Mulligan setting up the Parent’s Day Concert reception.
punch and cookies were always well received, band members still had no idea what TBS was really about. To increase our presence within the band program, we decided to hold a TBS Week during our spring recruitment. During the week, we provided the Wind Ensemble and Symphony Band with bottled water and the late night Concert Band with pizza. We also invited all members of the bands to local eateries to get to know our Sisters. To further serve the Symphony Band, our chapter bought new leather-covered music folders for their KMEA performance. While TBS Week helped many more people in the UK bands realize that TBS is more than punch and cookies, we hope to further our service to the concert ensembles next year. Hopefully TBS Week will be held in both the fall and the spring semesters, and we will have even more service ideas for our concert ensembles. – Brittany Warren, Eta Zeta; TBS, University of Kentucky
Composing Our Future
Tau Beta Sigma is looking for a new musical selection to add to the Sorority song book. Active, Alumni, Life, and Honorary Members of the Sorority are asked to contribute original songs to be considered for this prestigious honor. Individuals, Chapters, Districts, or groups may submit entries. Pieces must be written for typical SATB vocal scoring. Submissions are required to include a complete score and an audio recording of the work. The song will become property of Tau Beta Sigma if selected. Entries should be submitted to National Headquarters no later than May 1, 2008. Questions can be directed to Dawn Farmer, National VPSP, at dawn@tbsigma.org.
Happy composing!
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Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Program As Kappa Kappa Psi approaches its 90th anniversary it is an exciting time for Alumni and Life Members. A little over a year ago the fraternity rolled out the new National Alumni Program, designed to provide an inclusive structure for alumni involvement that meets the needs of the fraternity today and well into the future. We have made significant progress toward implementing the alumni program’s vision, but our work is not yet done. Truly achieving the goals set by the Alumni Advisory Committee will require significant effort on the part of National Leadership, Alumni, and, yes, Active Brothers. In order to see where we currently stand, let’s review what has transpired over the past year. Year in Review In July 2007 the student membership at National Convention officially endorsed the new National Alumni Program of Kappa Kappa Psi. This program recognizes a number of ways to participate as an alumnus. Benefits (some yet to be defined) are provided to all alumni, and Brothers may choose to join the National Alumni Association or any number of Local Area Associations. Under the new program, Life Members are granted lifetime membership in the national association at no cost. Further, it goes without saying that the new program explicitly acknowledges the fraternity’s need for financial support from alumni for capital campaigns and the like. The Alumni Advisory Committee set to work implementing the program soon after the closing gavel of the 2007 National Convention. Much of our work this year has been formalizing the processes needed to coordinate all the aspects of the program. The most obvious result of this is in the recognition of Local Alumni Associations. While there are several LAAs in various stages of approval, we have seven fully recognized groups. Contact information for these groups is below: • Alpha Iota Alumni Association (lambsl@colorado.edu): Alumni from the Alpha Iota chapter. 28 - The PODIUM
• Arizona Alumni Association (azalumni.kkytbs@gmail.com): Alumni located in the state of Arizona. • Epsilon Upsilon Alumni Association (grandparob@gmail.com): Alumni from the Epsilon Upsilon chapter. • Greater Pittsburgh Alumni Association (petedawida@gmail.com): Alumni located in western Pennsylvania and the Pittsburgh area. • Midwest District Alumni Association (spacely@kkpsi.org): All alumni with connections to the Midwest District, regardless of current residence. • Northeast District Alumni Association (VideoAuth@aol.com): All alumni of the Northeast District, regardless of current residence. • Southwest District Alumni Association (tenorsax_2000@yahoo.com): Alumni with connection to the Southwest District. The Advisory Committee welcomes these LAAs, and we encourage members who are interested in joining to contact them. Additionally, we know there are numerous groups of alumni still out there who have not contacted us regarding official recognition. The process is simple and painless, we promise! In cooperation with the National Council, we have streamlined the process for reporting graduating seniors for the upcoming year. This will ensure that all Alumni Members get recorded, and, more importantly, it will simplify our ability to extend complimentary Alumni Association membership to our graduating seniors. For those that graduated during the 2007-2008 academic year, you are eligible for free membership in the AA but you need to complete the membership form on the national website. One of the biggest changes for this year was the increase in the cost of Life Membership. As of July 2008, Life Membership dues increased to $500. The increased cost will help support the National Alumni Program as well as to further support our national programs,
especially the National Intercollegiate Band and the National Commissioning Project. An indirect result of the increase is that an atypically large number of Brothers chose to become Life Members this year. We welcome all of our new Life Members! Moving Forward Now that the wheels of the Alumni Program are turning, let’s step back and evaluate our conception of alumni involvement in Kappa Kappa Psi. For many chapters and members, alumni status signifies the end of one’s involvement with the fraternity. Few chapters have structures in place to utilize Alumni Members, only a handful of Alumni Members take on leadership roles at district and national levels, and many of our remaining alumni feel like the only thing they can do for Kappa Kappa Psi is to give money which they don’t have. While perhaps pessimistic, this view isn’t too far off base, and it is one that many collegiate organizations share. The new Alumni Program is intended to help the fraternity move forward and create a meaningful alumni experience. What we must do as a fraternity is to establish a “Culture of Giving” that acknowledges Alumni Membership as an integral part of the Brotherhood. You might ask, what exactly is it that alumni can give? Last summer Past National President Melvin Miles put it simply: •
Time: Alumni Brothers are available to assist in many projects that take place at local and regional levels. In many cases, alumni express a desire to continue to help serving their university bands upon graduation. For example, chapters should consider how to utilize this additional person power to take on larger service projects. However, Active Members need to remember that additional planning is needed when seeking alumni volunteers due to work and family obligations.
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Talent: Beyond having an extra set of hands, many alumni have unique skills that can be used to the advantage of the fraternity. While we often think of using the musical abilities of our alumni, we don’t always utilize the full scope of available alumni talents. For example, the national website maintains a list of potential leadership presenters, but it does not go far enough. If chapters and districts also contributed similar lists, we could build a large network of Alumni Members with a much more diverse base of presentation skills. And that would just be the tip of the iceberg, since talents aren’t limited to presentations and workshops! Treasure: The most maligned means of alumni participation comes in the form of requests for donations. Unfortunately, without the continued support of our alumni base, we simply cannot continue to grow our chapter, district, and national projects. One way to address this issue is to ask for donations for specific projects—alumni are much more likely
to give knowing there is a reason for their gift. The All Aboard Caboose Campaign is one good example of this. However, we also need to cultivate a base of sustained giving. This means that we need to change our perception about why we give money to the fraternity annually. When I make my yearly donation to Northwest Missouri State University, I do it knowing that I am helping Northwest continue to provide the opportunities that were so formative for me. Similarly, we must view our annual contributions to Kappa Kappa Psi as sustaining the fraternity’s ability to shape collegiate bandmembers as well as continuing to uphold our fraternal purpose to promote college and university bands.
programming for Alumni Members at next summer’s national convention. Additionally, we are working to incorporate alumni activities into this year’s district conventions. Look for more information on both of these in the upcoming months. The advisory committee also challenges every chapter to evaluate the role alumni currently play in their chapter and find ways to enhance alumni participation. Building this culture will certainly take time, but what better way to celebrate our 90th anniversary than by integrating the past, present, and future of Kappa Kappa Psi? &
So how do we foster this culture of giving? There’s no easy answer. We must expect more from our alumni and provide them every opportunity to meet our expectations. Members of the Alumni Advisory Committee are in the process of developing a variety of
Conn-Selmer University: An Eye Opening Experience I didn't know what to expect as I signed up for the Conn-Selmer University. I had never heard of it before, mostly because I had just changed my major from performance to music education. There seemed to be a lot of information to obtain within this four-day period at Notre Dame, and the price just seemed too good to resist. This is a mere understatement. What a person gets from the Conn-Selmer University is not just tips
on how to make the educational experience great for your future students, but it also gives you great amounts of advice pertaining to yourself and how you can keep going while taking on what is to come. What was so great about the Conn-Selmer University was the fact that it was a group of all ages, from collegiate students, to professional educators with 20 years of experience. Everyone could take something from this event. What amazed
me the most was the willingness of everyone to serve for the same purpose, to promote a higher education within bands across the nation. The instructors played an important role in our days at the Conn-Selmer University; Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser talked about motivation and Paula Crider took us through the emotion of music with a baton. We also took tours of the factories and were treated with a concert by Synergy Brass Quintet. What also made this a great experience was the opportunity for networking. It was a way to get involved with other ideas, and make connections with the people that could play an important role in your future. It was truly uplifting to talk to so many people willing to lend a hand. I feel lucky to have been given the opportunity to experience what the Conn-Selmer University had to offer. I urge anyone who is even thinking about going, to go, and take what you can from it. It made me want to continue to strive for the highest, which holds dear to me. It truly was an opening experience and something that will stick with me throughout my career. & AEA, Shelby 'Sforzando' Frasier
Shelby Frasier, 2008 recipient of the Conn-Selmer University Scolarship
– Kappa Tau, KK Y - University of South Florida
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Kappa Kappa Psi AEA Scholarship Recipients
Kristen McLennan
Kristen was born and raised in Rochester Hills, Michigan. It was always her dream to break family's mold and attend the University of Michigan; all of her siblings had gone to Michigan State University. The dream has come true, as she currently attends the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where she will be a junior in the fall. This spring, she was elected the treasurer of KKY, Nu Chapter for the 2008-2009 year. She is currently pursuing a degree in economics with a minor in classical studies. Upon graduation she will pursue a Masters in Accounting, in hopes of eventually taking over her father's accounting practice.
Ian Johnson will be entering his fifth year at the University of Washington and his third year as a Brother of KKY this fall. He will be majoring in Science in Aeronautics and Astronautics. Ian serves as the AIAA VP in the Aeronautics Department and was elected as one of the trumpet section leaders in the Husky Marching Band in 2007 and again in 2008. Ian was elected as the Gamma Chapter Director as the of Post-Membership Education during his first year in the Fraternity, served as the Gamma Chapter President at the beginning of his second year and currently serves as the Oregon State University Colony Liaison for the Gamma Chapter. He was awarded the Individual Active Achievement Award by the Western District in 2008. Ian hopes to start a career with JPL or a NASA contractor after graduating from University of Washington this fall
Sarah Linder
Ian Johnson
Sarah Linder is a junior music education major at Shenandoah University in Virginia. In addition to her duties as President and Music Director of the Kappa Epsilon Chapter, she is active on campus in organizations such as Alpha Lambda Delta, Campus Crusade for Christ, and SCMENC. Sarah enjoys reading, Irish dancing, and singing in addition to playing oboe and English horn.
Tau Beta Sigma Outstanding Student Leader Scholarships Stephanie is currently a senior at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She was initiated in fall 2005 as a freshman. She is majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management and Chinese Language and Literature. With her double major she is hoping to work internationally in the hospitality industry. She enjoys participating in the UMass Minutemen Marching Band and Concert Band as a flute player. In between the fall and spring season she co-manages the UMass Hoop Band for the Men's and Women's Basketball team. Within the Sorority she is currently the President of the Delta Delta Chapter. She was honored to be selected to serve on the Northeast District Council as District Treasurer. Upon graduation, Stephan plans on becoming a Life Member and remaining involved in Tau Beta Sigma.
Caitlin McDevitt
Stephanie Chueng
Caitlin McDevitt is a senior Linguistics major and Music Performance minor at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Hailing from Fairfax, Virginia, Caitlin is a member of the Delta Epsilon Chapter and served as VP of Membership and Communications Committee Chairperson. She has attended one distric block, three district conventions, and one national convention. Aside from her involvement in Tau Beta Sigma, Caitlin has been a Miami University Orientation Leader, a Resident Assistant, and a Campus Tour Guide. Caitlin plays the oboe in Miami's Symphony Orchestra and the piccolo in the Marching Band. Her future plans include attending graduate school to become a Speech Pathologist, though she will continue to pursue her passion for playing music.
Tau Beta Sigma Board of Trustees Scholarship Risa is a senior at the University of Utah and an Instrumental Music Education major. She is a section leader in the University of Utah Marching Band and an Active Member of the Omicron Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma. Risa will be finishing her four year degree with an Honors Diploma and looks forward to a bright future beyond college.
Risa Jo Baker
SERVING From page 15
PURDUE From page 17
Station sorting and cataloging memorabilia and artifacts. Our sorority is sixty-two years old and has a lot of “history” stockpiled in rooms throughout the Headquarters. The Committee is working on organizing the materials that are present and then finding ways to better preserve these important artifacts. Building, painting, and more manual labor will need to happen in order to ensure the longevity of our history. To better store important papers like petitioning documents, new shelves need to be constructed in the Tau Beta Sigma history room. We are hoping districts will help us fundraise for this important addition to the building. Any group or individual who wishes to donate to this next phase of Project Archives may do so through the national website (www.tbsigma.org) or through their district’s VPSP. Contributions of over $300 before March 1, 2009 will be recognized by having a shelf named in your honor in the history room. We continue to work to preserve the history of Tau Beta Sigma so that in sixty-two years, members will know and appreciate the Sisters who came before them.
The indoor concert was also an incredible experience as we had the chance to perform several numbers jointly with members of the Beijing Union University concert band. This concert band played a wonderful concert ending with a selection by a Chinese band composer. Twenty five Purdue band members joined the group to perform this work under the baton of the able Beijing Union University band conductor. I have an incredible picture forever imprinted in my mind of these students sitting side by side, making wonderful music together.
As you set out to start this semester, remember that there are concert bands that need our service and that the Sorority appreciates your work on the National Programs. If you have any questions about the projects mentioned in this article, contact me at dawn@tbsigma.org. Have a great semester and yay band! &
Memorium
Jeffrey S. Gerwig, aged 40, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Aug. 17, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a loving husband and father. Jeffrey was a graduate of Ferris State University and an Active Member of Kappa Kappa Psi. Surviving are his wife of 15 years, Jennifer; his sons, Bryan and Aaron; brother-in-law, Adam Wakefield. The Funeral Service was held on Aug. 22, at Woodview Christian Church, Wyoming, MI. Memorial contributions may be given to an Educational Fund for his sons.
At the close of the Purdue portion of the concert, members of the Beijing Union University band joined OUR group on stage and performed Alice Cooper’s “School’s Out” complete with horn flashes. The crowd erupted in a standing ovation as tears streamed down the faces of Purdue and Beijing Union musicians alike. Their paths may never cross again, but these students experienced something special that day and they knew it. Ted Cohn, a senior trombone player said this about the experience: “I think you gave me the greatest enjoyment of that night during our practice with the Beijing Union University Band. During our practice time, their band came out to play School's Out with us and stand there for Hail Purdue. I remember you giving the Chinese director a chance to conduct us for School’s Out. You had the biggest smile on your face watching him stand in front of all of us… I imagine it's quite an experience standing in front of a marching band our size for the first time.” I am not sure if jet lag contributed to this feeling, but it didn’t really hit home that we were actually IN China until we made our trip to the Great Wall. I speak for many when I say the majesty and grandeur of the Great Wall can never be realized in a photo-you have to go to China and actually experience it to get the full effect of this amazing sight. Perhaps not equal to the Great Wall, but almost as impressive to me was the sight of Purdue band members making their way up the Great Wall. To the cheers of my students, I reached the top (to my amazement), I was overwhelmed by the beauty of the landscape around me. Purdue students were everywhere taking pictures of each other, while some stood by just taking in the moment. I could tell it was a special time for everyone. Perhaps the most
significant part of our trip the Great Wall took place when our guard instructor Mandy Hampton received a proposal of marriage at the top of the Great Wall. What a day to remember. An interested side story to our Great Wall excursion surrounded our newest Silver Twins(Purdue’s featured twirling duo), Sara and Chelle Zou. Aaron Zou, Sara and Chelle’s father is a Chinese American and a native of Beijing. Sara and Chelle gave their debut performance as Purdue’s Silver Twins at the Great Wall of China before an incredibly appreciative audience which included members of their Chinese family, their grandparents included. “I never imagined I would begin my Silver Twin experience in Beijing in front of my grandparents, in my Dad’s home country”, said Sara Zou. “It was unbelievably amazing.” We’ve heard Purdue Band alumni from other eras often talk about their treasured moments of international travel for many, many years. “I was in the Venezuela Band, I was in the Radio City Band, etc.”. Based on our incredible experience, this trip will be the topic of conversations for many years to come for our 2008 Purdue students as well. We all agreed, with China’s growing economy, our students will have opportunities to travel to China in the future but they won’t have the chance to travel with their beloved band friends on a trip like this again. Ted Cohn put it this way: “Through life and the band, I have had several opportunities to travel to amazing places with amazing people. These include Florida, Texas, Michigan, Washington D.C., Israel, and China. Traveling with a huge group of your friends can make any place fun, and a place as amazing as China a trip I will never forget.” As for tradition, being known as the “traveling band” is one I’ll put above all others. This trip changed our lives in many ways but most profoundly in the way the band drew closer together. Deep friendships were created on this trip-friendships which will last a lifetime. Now when our students talk about the good old days at Purdue, they can look back with fond memories and refer to themselves as “The China Band”. &
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Kappa Kappa Psi would like to thank all of you who have come on board with the 2008 All Aboard Campaign. Switchman ($250-$499)
Dr. Michael and Mary Beth Golemo Andy Mullin Gayl W. Doster Xi Alpha
Passengers ($50-$249)
Dr. Malinda Matney Scott Stowell Jason Morris Trevor Mitchell Burton A. Zipser Gary Overstreet Steven Schriver Henry Kellogg Tom Sirridge Terry W. Miller Alpha Rho Joshua Spaulding Chris & Helen Colvin
Joseph C. Horvath Alpha Nu Theta Phi Jerry E. Lewis Rebecca S. Coughlin Iota Upsilon Benjamin C. Godfrey Delta Sigma William K. Ewan Donald Galyean Beta Lambda Kerri J. Wikle Kappa Nu
If you would like to come on board with the Kappa Kappa Psi All Aboard project just visit: www.kkpsi.org/caboosecampaign.asp
Tau Beta Sigma
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Music
Celebrating College Bands
our common tie...
ix decades strong, Tau Beta Sigma continues to strengthen our ties between the past, present and future membership through our love of music. As our Sorority grows, we continue to stay true to our original purpose of providing service to collegiate band programs. Nationally, the Sorority relies upon support from the ΤΒS Trust Fund to finance many valuable long-term programs. These programs include the National Intercollegiate Band, the Commissioning Project, the Women in Music Speaker Series, scholarships and leadership development.
This Fall, we invite you to join us in Celebrating College Bands with a gift to the Sorority’s Annual Giving Campaign. When you give, you are investing in the future of ΤΒS, while celebrating the history that makes
Tau Beta Sigma…
stand out above the rest!
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Friends of the Trust
Friend Jennifer Hall
Tributes • In honor of Laura McMaster • In honor of Stephanie Carney • In honor of Alisha ArtOo Annas • In honor of Melissa "BeeBop" Zimmerman • In honor of Christina "Rhapcidee" Stuhlmiller • In honor of my Big Brother Benjamin "VANquish" Tenpas • In honor of our Big Sister "KaLi Ma" • In honor of Sister Jorge "eeAUgo" Mata • In honor of Janet "Dagay" Maggio & Melinda "Acornya" De La Rochelle of Eta Omega. I LOVE YOU BOTH. AJAX • In honor of Sara "beili:z" Campbell, for being the best Big Sister ever. I love you lots! :) Vorondil • In honor of my surrogate Little Sister, Cate "Meeko" Threlkeld from ZΞ. I love my little! Crash • In honor of Kirsten "AzaleA" Haccou. Thanks for being a great Little Sister. I U! Clara "ziNniA" Divelbiss
• In honor of my Big Sister Thalia, and my littles, Euterpe and Buttercup • In honor of my wonderful Big Sister, Alissa "tennessee" Chitwood. You are amazing! Love you lots! beili:z • In honor of my lovely Little Sister. I buy this with confidence that I WILL be able to call you my Sister. MORGAAN, IA • In honor of Nicole A. Gates. Sisters are not always through blood. You're the best. Crystal Wright • In honor of all those I have met in TBS & KKY. The impact it has made has been amazing. Robin “RC” Ellison • In honor of Tiffany Barron, the BEST Little Sister EVER I'll never be able to repay you for the six foot paddle. Sean • In honor of Frankie Rios. Thanks for being an awesome little and doing so much for your chapter and the band! Sean • In honor of Christina Matta. You are so awesome! Thanks for being such a cool Little Sister - I love you! Sean
New District Convention Policies August 5, 2008 Brothers and Sisters: As Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma have moved forward, both organizations have had to confront the realities of risk management. Among those realities is the need to make sure that everyone who takes part in the offerings of our active organizations must be sharing in the cost of insurance, and registering as a participant who follows our policies, just as our Active Members must do for their participation. From this point forward, for all six districts' conventions and the National Convention, alumni attending conventions must have either a Life Membership or a current National Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Association or National Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association membership. We recognize questions may arise, and encourage you to send them to your National President or other members of your National Council. A list of Frequently Asked Questions has been provided with this letter. We may post further updates to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) if several people ask the same question. We received the following questions from your District Presidents, Governors, and Counselors, as we spoke with them about this change in direction. As you can see, they spend a great amount of time thinking about the issues on your mind, and making sure you have the best conventions possible. We look forward to seeing you across the nation as the year unfolds!
Malinda M. Matney, Ph.D. National President Kappa Kappa Psi mmatney@umich.edu
Kimbi Sigle National President Tau Beta Sigma kimbi@tbsigma.org
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Hey, you said six districts. Can Southeast District Alumni go to convention this year? Yes, as long as they are Life Members or members of one of the two organization's alumni associations. I'm a member of my Local Alumni Association. Does that work?You'll need to be a member of one of the organization's national associations. Was there any indication this was coming before the Life Membership increase for Kappa Kappa Psi? Our Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Association has been indicating for the last two years that it would start a process of surcharges for non-members to attend conventions. Rather than put the host chapters in the middle of this process, we've chosen to just have people purchase their memberships from National Headquarters. Can I buy an Alumni Association Membership on the site of the convention? No. You should arrange to send your payment for that membership to National Headquarters by the registration deadline for the convention you plan to attend. What about special speakers and guests for the convention? District and National Conventions will from time to time bring in speakers who are not members. We encourage this to continue. Any such speaker must be approved by the Governors or Counselor(s) for your district, as well as the respective National President. We recognize this to be a limited number of people for any convention. What about Directors and Sponsors? As we have for many years, we welcome directors of bands from our current chapters and their sponsors of record (those registered with National Headquarters).
What about Honoraries?An honorary card will not be sufficient to attend convention. However, honorary Members may be a part of their organization's alumni association. I just graduated. How can I afford it? The National Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Association grants one year of free membership to new graduates. Your chapter needs to complete the Graduating Senior Report to make that happen, something they can include with the upcoming dues collection. The National Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association offers a Young Alumni rate of $30. Where do I get membership forms? Here are forms you can use: Kappa Kappa Psi Life Membership ($500/one time) http://www.kkpsi.org/forms/KKPsi-LifeMembership.pdf Tau Beta Sigma Life Membership ($250/one time) http://www.tbsigma.org/Forms/TBSLifeMemberApplication.pdf Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Association Membership ($50/year) http://www.kkpsi.org/KKPsiAlumniAssociation/KKPsiAlumniAsso ciationForm.pdf Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association Membership ($50/year) http://www.tbsigma.org/TBSAA/TBS%20Membership%202008.pdf Kappa Kappa Psi Graduating Senior Report http://www.kkytbs.org/forms/KKPsi-GradSeniorReport.pdf Tau Beta Sigma Graduating Senior Report http://www.kkytbs.org/forms/GradSnrReport.pdf The PODIUM - 35
Kappa Kappa Psi – National Vice President for Professional Relations
The Time is Now!! Bruce Moss, Ph.D., Director of Band Activities at Bowling Green State University, conducts the Wind Symphony and teaches conducting and music education courses. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Illinois and a Ph.D. from Ohio State University; continues to serve as music director of the Wheaton Municipal Band in Illinois, a professional summer community ensemble that is regarded as one of the finest of its kind in the nation; organized and conducted a professional wind ensemble for the College of DuPage; has taught courses at numerous universities and serves as a frequent guest conductor, clinician and adjudicator throughout the United States and Canada; serves as new music reviewer for The Instrumentalist; elected member the American Bandmasters Association, President of College Band Directors National Association, North Central Division.
“The time is now!!” are words I vividly recall being spoken by legendary conductor Harry Begian during the early years of my undergraduate training at University of Illinois. Of course, Dr. Begian was using these words to motive, insist, cajole, and convey (in no uncertain terms!) that he was ready for a change in the way a passage was being played in the music, and that we were to take care of making that change – sooner rather than later!
Similarly, “the time is now” applies to so many “calls to action” that are a part of an organized band program, fraternity, or music ensemble. The time is now as we look ahead to the many fall activities that engage so much of our time and energy with fall band activities, membership education programs, and fraternity leadership. The time is now as we prepare and plan for our spring district conventions. And, of course, the time is now as we prepare for the week-long convention next summer in Phoenix, including the National Intercollegiate Band. As Vice President for Professional Relations, it is my pleasant duty to oversee the planning and preparation of the National Intercollegiate Band, and, of course, to make sure that it is a success! With this in mind, I’ll take this opportunity to remind you that the time is now for preparations to begin to make this wing of the convention the best yet! Please 36 - The PODIUM
do your part to build the excitement and remind potential recruits to audition for this outstanding ensemble. The time is now to set calendar dates, plan funds for travel (not likely to go down in the months between now and next July!) and make all appropriate logistical preparations. It’s not a minute too soon to start thinking about sunny Arizona, and all of the wonderful events and camaraderie that are sure to be a part of the National Convention. The National Intercollegiate Band (NIB) has a long and illustrious history. It has been a hallmark of Kappa Kappa Psi, Tau Beta Sigma, and the National Convention. Two of the key ingredients for the event are in place. To conduct the NIB, we have a celebrated leader in Colonel John Bourgeous, who brings a wealth of leadership and music experience to the podium. His years at the helm of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band are legendary, where he for many years built upon the world-respected tradition of this ensemble, which dates back before the days of John Philip Sousa. Joining Colonel Bouregois will be composer Mark Camphouse, George Mason University, who is busy at work writing a piece that will receive a world-premiere performance by the NIB next July. Professor Camphouse an award-winning composer known for his creative and imaginative compositions. His works for band are well received by players, conductors and audiences wherever they are performed. Once you see the Arizona Biltmore Resort, I’m sure you will agree that it will be hard to imagine a more scenic and inviting backdrop for the exciting week of activities. Importantly, all events surrounding the convention, including rehearsals and the concert for the NIB, will be on-site, so once you arrive at the resort, you can just soak it all up (including some Arizona sunshine!) and be energized by all of the great events without ever leaving the premises! This past spring it was my pleasure to enjoy a wonderful time as a visitor of the Western
Division Convention in Boise. I have every confidence that the chapters in this division will give us all the support, enthusiasm, and hard work we that need, which will only enhance the efforts of the leadership of the fraternities and each person fortunate enough to attend the convention! My challenge is to make sure that the logistical matters regarding the National Intercollegiate Band are in place before next summer so that everything leading in to the final concert will go off without a hitch! Please encourage your friends (applicants are not required to be members of KKY or TBS) to be a part of this great ensemble. Application and recording are due postmarked no later than April 15, 2009. Further information is included in this issue of The PODIUM. Check it out, and plan ahead – and remember, the time is now! &
Important Dates and Information: 2009 National Intercollegiate Band: Application Deadline: April 15, 2009 NIB Performance: July 21, 2009 2009 National Convention Dates: July 21-26, 2009 2009 National Convention Location: Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa www.arizonabiltmore.com/ For up to date information on the 2009 National Intercollegiate Band or the Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma National Convention, visit the National Convention website at: www.kkytbs.org/natconv.html
Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma
2009 National Intercollegiate Band • July 19-21 • Phoenix, Arizona Application for Membership
Please print or type Last Name
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College or University you are attending: Kappa Kappa Psi or Tau Beta Sigma (circle one if applicable) Chapter Primary Instrument
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Please do not audition unless you are positive you will be able to participate. If you drop out after you have been accepted, you will alter the balance of the ensemble and be unfair to someone who would have been chosen. Thanks so much for your cooperation. If selected to perform in the NIB, I will schedule and fund my trip to Phoenix. If selected, I will be aware that I have been chosen instead of someone else. I will, therefore, be in Phoenix on Sunday, July 19, 2009 fully prepared to participate. I understand that Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma are only responsible for my hotel accommodations while in Phoenix for the NIB.
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1. Submit a stereo cassette tape or CD with not less than 5 or more than 10 minutes of you performing at least two contrasting selections on your instrument. One selection should be technical in nature with enough tempo and complexity to demonstrate your facility. The other selection should be lyrical in a way that will demonstrate your musical sensitivity and phrasing. Percussionists should include performances on at least three instruments. (Timpani, snare drum and a mallet instrument are preferred.) 2. The recording should be unedited. It can be performed with or without accompaniment. 3. Tapes or CDs must be clearly marked with your name, school, instrument(s) and compositions selected. 4. Application Form and tape or CD must be postmarked by April 15, 2009 and sent to the National Headquarters. 5. You will be notified of your audition results by late May. If accepted you will receive a detailed information package and a questionnaire to be completed and returned.
Please send Application and Recording to:
Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma - NIB P.O. Box 849, Stillwater, OK 74076-2849 Applications must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, April 15 - 2009
Kappa Kappa Psi: Archives Update By: Ken Corbett and Scott Stowell Past National Presidents and Kappa Kappa Psi Board Members
Chapter Anniversaries
The following chapters are celebrating anniversaries September – December: 89th Anniversary Alpha
11/27/1919
Oklahoma State University
40th Anniversary Epsilon Iota
10/6/1968
Mansfield University
5th Anniversary Lapmbda Epsilon
10/26/2003
Ouachita Baptist University
1stAnniversary Iota Beta Mu Gamma Delta Pi*
9/30/2007 11/4/2007 12/8/2007
Alcorn State University Houston Baptist University Missippi Valley State University
* Reactivation
****** Better Bands, Better Music, More Fraternity – Makes the bonds of Brotherhood grow stronger. “Baton” March 1923, Vol. 2 No 1.
MOVING From page 25 Finally, Beta Kappa actively contributes to the BGSU community through multiple outreach events at local high schools and nursing homes. These events allow us to share our love of music with those who may not be able to continue their musical abilities and with those whom we hope will continue using their gift at the collegiate level. By sharing our love of music with each other and community, we hope to build a better campus community as well as stronger bonds between members. The Student Organization Advisor of the Year award is awarded to a campus organization advisor who serves as a positive role model, helps students to take responsibility for their own learning, and shows interest in and dedication to the organization. At BGSU, 38 - The PODIUM
the members of Beta Kappa have the great privilege of having Dr. Bruce Moss, National Vice President for Professional Relations, as our sponsor. Dr. Moss shows everyday that he “strives for the highest” through his rehearsal etiquette in his conducting responsibilities, constantly challenging the members of the BGSU Wind Symphony for the best quality performance possible. He consistently does the same when working with Beta Kappa, encouraging us to push ourselves to try new projects, and by pushing us to evaluate all possible options before making a commitment; he truly helps members to take responsibility for their own learning and actions. Finally, Dr. Moss is always showing his interest in our chapter and the organization as a whole through his participation in our chapter meetings and projects, as well as through weekly president’s meetings.
Beta Kappa, as well as Dr. Bruce Moss, were awarded as the recipients of these campus awards at the annual Applauding Excellence Banquet on April 23, 2008. Coincidentally, Dr. Moss would be honored again – only this time specifically by the chapter – when we made him an Honorary Member of our chapter on April 27, 2008. Although our bid for Governor’s Cup didn’t quite work out as well as we had hoped, the members of the Beta Kappa chapter are extremely proud of our successes right here at home in Bowling Green, and look forward to what great opportunities lie ahead. – Preston Ramsey, Beta Kappa; KK Y, Bowling Green State University
The official publication of Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma KAPPA KAPPA PSI NATIONAL OFFICERS
TAU BETA SIGMA NATIONAL OFFICERS
President Malinda M. Matney, Ph.D, 6015 Fleming Administration Building; Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1340; Phone: 734.764.5132; mmatney@umich.edu
President Kimbi Sigle, 585 W. Kern St., Kingsburg, CA 93631; Phone: 559.307.6498; kimbi@tbsigma.org
Vice President for Colonization & Membership Derrick A. Mills, James Page Construction; 1472 Delashmut Ave., Columbus, OH 43212; Phone: 614.299.5406; derrick@kkpsi.org
Vice President for Colonization & Membership Dollie O'Neill, 4402 Gulf Ave, Midland, TX, 79707; Phone: 432.212.2495; dolliemcdonald@tbsigma.org
Vice President for Programs Adam D. Cantley, 1703 Trillium Ln., Blacksburg, VA 24060; Phone: 540.449.2620; adamcantley@kkpsi.org
Vice President for Special Projects Dawn M. Farmer, 7906 Kara Court, Greenbelt, MD 20770; Phone: 310.801.3110; dawn@tbsigma.org
Vice President for Student Affairs Jason E. Morris, 800 N. Sandusky Avenue, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351; Phone: 330.760.2430; morrisj@kkpsi.org
Vice President for Communications & Recognition Deena T. Smith, 6028 Westchester Park Dr. T2, College Park, MD 20740; Phone: 301.345.4409; Deena1946@tbsigma.org
Vice President for Professional Relations Bruce Moss, Ph.D, 1010 Moore Musical Arts Center, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403; Phone: 419.372.2186; bbmoss@bgsu.edu
Immediate Past President Kathy Godwin, 2829 N. Fontana Ave., Tucson, AZ 85705; Phone: 520.661.0444; keg@tbsigma.org
Immediate Past President Rod M. Chesnutt, Ph.D, 15 Music Mod, Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL 33965; Phone: 239.590.7188; rchesnut@fgcu.edu
Board of Trustees Alan J. Harriet, CPA, Chair; Melanie Star Meehan, Vice Chair; Kelly Eidson; Patsy D. Hejl; Deborah Harris Kaplan; Carla A. Robinson; Kathy Godwin, Immediate Past President; Kimbi Sigle, National President; Wava Banes Henry (Life); Janet West Miller (Life)
Board of Trustees Kirk Randazzo, Ph.D, Chair; Michael Osborn, Vice Chair; Kenneth M. Corbett; Michael Golemo, DMA; Scott Stowell; Rod M. Chesnutt, Ph.D.; Malinda M. Matney, Ph.D. (ex-officio)
KAPPA KAPPA PSI DISTRICT GOVERNORS Midwest Denali D. Alt, 177 Lee Dr. Liberty, MO 64068-2222; Phone: 816.308.9418; denali529@sbcglobal.net Anthony M. Falcone, 220 Westbrook Music Bldg, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68588-0102; Phone: 402.472.1643; afalcone2@uni.edu North Central Christine Beason, 739 South 15th Street, Quincy, IL 62301; Phone: 217-3162489; beasonchristine@yahoo.com Rodney Whiteman, 1312 #6 Old Town South Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46260; Phone: 317.733.6420 ext. 1821; rod.whiteman@gmail.com Northeast Marie Burleigh, 1807 N 23rd St, Clarksburg, WV 26301-1530; Phone: 304.669.9280; Marie.Burleigh@mail.wvu.edu Hubert Toney, Jr., Ph.D, 814 Liberty Street, Clarion, PA 16214; Phone: 814.393.2263; htoney@clarion.edu Southeast David A. O’Shields, DMA, 300 Caughman Farm Lane, #415, Lexington, SC 29072; Phone: 803.463.6712 doshields@comcast.net Michael Green, P.O. 541, Starkville, MS 39760; Phone: 662.312.9331 Office: 662.325.2571; Fax: 662.325.4663; mike.green@msstate.edu Southwest David Scott, Ph.D, Head, Department of Art and Music, Angelo State University, Box 10906 ASU Station, Dept. of Art & Music, San Angelo, TX 76909; Phone: 325.942.2341 x 233; Fax: 325.942.2152; david.scott@angelo.edu Daniel A. George, CPA, 10106 Technology Blvd West, #1227, Dallas, TX 75220-4359; Phone: 214.334.3515; dannygeorge114@comcast.net
TAU BETA SIGMA DISTRICT COUNSELORS Midwest Wendy McCann, 8215 Jay Court, Arvada, CO 80003-1730; Phone: 303.227.9963; wmccann@tbsigma.org North Central Carolyn McCambridge, 2425 Dickens Drive, Aurora, IL 60503; Phone: 630.423.4013; ncdcoun@tbsigma.org Northeast Kathryn D. Kelly, 2615 Arlington Drive #103, Alexandria, VA 22306; Phone: 703.717.0403; hpic98@aol.com Southeast Renee A. Cartee, 235 Stallworth Court, Oviedo, FL 32765; Phone: 407-721-5363; sedcoun@tbsigma.org Crystal R. Wright, 2110 Sullivan Road, Huntsville, AL 35810; Phone: 256.852.1474; sedcoun@tbsigma.org Southwest Chris Gordon, 2406 Robin Road, Manchaca, TX 78652; Phone: 512.292.4956; swdcoun@tbsigma.org Western Kris Wright, 2829 N. Fontana Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85705-4674; Phone: 520.977.3011; Kris@tbsigma.org
Western Tanya C. Marsh, 43813 W. Maricopa, Maricopa, AZ 85239; Office: 480.250.9317; tanya@kkpsi.org Dr. Brad G. Townsend, Department of Music, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331; Phone: 541.737.4061; btownsend@oregonstate.edu
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This year’s convention is shaping up to be an event for the ages with a variety of daily activities and workshops — and plenty of rest and relaxation.
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