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To purchase a class set of concert dresses and tuxedos for the students in the GGHS Wind Ensemble. The Wind Ensemble is the highest level concert band at Golden Gate High School where the elite musicians perform for local concerts and local and state level assessments. The addition of a concert uniform will give the band a distinguished look that reflects their high level of performance.

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Wind Ensemble Uniforms

School:
Golden Gate High 
Subject:
Music 
Teacher:
Sarah Kocses 
Students Impacted:
45 
Grade:
9-12 
Date:
September 7, 2015

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Anonymous - $1,834.00

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Impact to My Classroom

# of Students Impacted: 50

The students of the GGHS Titan Wind Ensemble were able to dress for the level of performance they have achieved. The group wore the dresses and tuxedos for the Concert Pre-MPA, District Concert MPA, and State Concert MPA. Several of the students were also able to wear their tuxedos and dresses for their college music auditions. The Wind Ensemble earned Straight Superior ratings at the District Concert MPA and an overall Superior at the State MPA. This was the first State Superior the group has received in the history of the school. The band also earned a superior rating with the Jazz Band at both the District and State level MPA. The band performed with strong musicianship and poise that was accentuated by their dress. The confidence the students gained from overcoming the disparity of dress was evident. Now the students have the distinction of looking as great as they perform. Thank you!!

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Wind Ensemble in Uniform

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Wind Ensemble in Uniform

 

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District Concert MPA Superior Plaque

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State Concert MPA Superior Plaque

 

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District Jazz MPA Superior Plaque

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State Jazz MPA Superior Plaque

 

Original Grant Overview

Goal

To purchase a class set of concert dresses and tuxedos for the students in the GGHS Wind Ensemble. The Wind Ensemble is the highest level concert band at Golden Gate High School where the elite musicians perform for local concerts and local and state level assessments. The addition of a concert uniform will give the band a distinguished look that reflects their high level of performance. 

 

What will be done with my students

Students will wear the concert dresses and tuxedos for all concerts performed during the school year. This includes the Prism Concert, Reflections Concert, District Music Performance Assessment, State Music Performance Assessment, and the Solo & Ensemble Music Performance Assessment. The dresses and tuxedos will be maintained in the band room and will be used with all future Wind Ensemble students. 

 

Benefits to my students

45 students will benefit this year, with the number of students impacted increasing each year.

The majority of bands performing for the State Music Performance Assessment have a standard uniform that reflects their high level of musical achievement. Many students in our program would be unable to afford to purchase a tuxedo/dress of their own. Supplying a class set allows students to overcome this financial barrier and perform with confidence at both the district and state levels. The students have worked hard to perform at a high level, and are deserving of a uniform that compliments their musical ability. 

 

Budget Narrative

The total cost to provide a uniform for every student is $3688.00. I am asking for half of the cost of the uniforms to be covered. The GGHS Band will provide the other half through fundraising to instill a sense of ownership and pride in their new uniforms. 

 

Items

# Item Cost
1 24 Crepe Back Satin Full Length Princess Cut Dress ($62 each) $744.00
2 20 Tuxedo Jacket/Pant/Shirt/Vest/Tie Packages ($109 each) $1,090.00
  Total: $1,834.00

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