How to Get the Most Enjoyment out of a Music Trip
Get the information on the trip., Depending on where the trip is, you may need to buy special insurance or get certain immunizations., Make sure that if you have any medical concerns, allergies, or injuries that the director should be concerned...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Get the information on the trip.
Most organized directors would hand out an information package (which includes an itinerary, costs, forms to sign, etc.) prior to the trip.
Make sure you and your parents/guardians get these forms signed and returned as soon as possible.
Make copies of the itinerary and make sure you, your parents/guardians, and emergency contacts have one.
Pay for the trip ASAP! -
Step 2: Depending on where the trip is
Do not leave this to the last minute! ,, Some instruments can be carried on, while others must be checked. ,, passport) to go on the trip.
If you are travelling on a plane, you will need photo ID.
If you travelling out of the country, you will need a passport.
Make sure you have copies of your ID in case it is stolen. , Most groups want to prepare special music for a tour.
Some groups will have special rehearsals for those going on the tour.
Be at each and every rehearsal unless you have a good excuse! , DO NOT take your whole house with you.
You will for sure need your instrument (plus extra reeds, strings, etc.), music, concert uniform, ID, the itinerary, spending money, casual clothes, toiletries, and medications.
It would be a good idea to also bring books, magazines, iPod/MP3 player, cell phone, homework, snack food, a camera, and any other entertainment items that might be fun to have.
Pack what is appropriate to the activities your group will be participating in (i.e. if the hotel has a water slide, bring a bathing suit).
Pack appropriate to the amount of days the trip is! (ie. don't bring $500 to a 2-night trip) ,, Entertain yourself or talk to the people around you. , If there aren't enough keys for everyone to have one, decide who will carry the key(s).
Decide the sleeping arrangements and bathroom schedule. , Generally, whenever your group is in the public, don't misbehave. , If there is free time at the hotel before curfew, then you will be free to talk to your roommates, use the pool/water slide, talk to friends in other rooms, but you must stay within the boundaries! Generally, if you are visiting a room or have visitors, the door must be left open. , There will generally be a room check and a chaperon will put masking tape on your door.
DO NOT leave the room for any reason at this point! , You and your roommates could set an alarm clock or get a wake up call.
Sometimes a chaperon will knock on the doors to wake people up. ,, DO NOT leave anything behind.
Most chaperons will check the room for anything you may have left behind. , -
Step 3: you may need to buy special insurance or get certain immunizations.
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Step 4: Make sure that if you have any medical concerns
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Step 5: allergies
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Step 6: or injuries that the director should be concerned about
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Step 7: fill out the appropriate forms.
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Step 8: If you are travelling by plane
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Step 9: make sure you understand the airline's policy about musical instruments.
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Step 10: If you are traveling to a different climate
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Step 11: learn what you can do to care for your instrument before
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Step 12: during
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Step 13: and after the trip.
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Step 14: Make sure you have the necessary pieces of ID (i.e.
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Step 15: Meanwhile
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Step 16: make sure you have a good attendance record.
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Step 17: As the trip draws near
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Step 18: think about what you will need to pack.
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Step 19: Get a good night's sleep and arrive on time or you will hold up the group!
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Step 20: Behave yourself on the bus/plane ride.
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Step 21: Once you've arrived at the place you will be staying at
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Step 22: go with your roommates to your room.
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Step 23: At all performances
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Step 24: conduct yourself well and remember that you are representing your school/city/group/etc.
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Step 25: Have fun!
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Step 26: Be in your room by curfew.
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Step 27: Wake up on time.
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Step 28: Follow the previous 4 steps until the trip is over.
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Step 29: On the day you leave
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Step 30: pack everything you took.
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Step 31: When you get back
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Step 32: say goodbye to your roommates.
Detailed Guide
Most organized directors would hand out an information package (which includes an itinerary, costs, forms to sign, etc.) prior to the trip.
Make sure you and your parents/guardians get these forms signed and returned as soon as possible.
Make copies of the itinerary and make sure you, your parents/guardians, and emergency contacts have one.
Pay for the trip ASAP!
Do not leave this to the last minute! ,, Some instruments can be carried on, while others must be checked. ,, passport) to go on the trip.
If you are travelling on a plane, you will need photo ID.
If you travelling out of the country, you will need a passport.
Make sure you have copies of your ID in case it is stolen. , Most groups want to prepare special music for a tour.
Some groups will have special rehearsals for those going on the tour.
Be at each and every rehearsal unless you have a good excuse! , DO NOT take your whole house with you.
You will for sure need your instrument (plus extra reeds, strings, etc.), music, concert uniform, ID, the itinerary, spending money, casual clothes, toiletries, and medications.
It would be a good idea to also bring books, magazines, iPod/MP3 player, cell phone, homework, snack food, a camera, and any other entertainment items that might be fun to have.
Pack what is appropriate to the activities your group will be participating in (i.e. if the hotel has a water slide, bring a bathing suit).
Pack appropriate to the amount of days the trip is! (ie. don't bring $500 to a 2-night trip) ,, Entertain yourself or talk to the people around you. , If there aren't enough keys for everyone to have one, decide who will carry the key(s).
Decide the sleeping arrangements and bathroom schedule. , Generally, whenever your group is in the public, don't misbehave. , If there is free time at the hotel before curfew, then you will be free to talk to your roommates, use the pool/water slide, talk to friends in other rooms, but you must stay within the boundaries! Generally, if you are visiting a room or have visitors, the door must be left open. , There will generally be a room check and a chaperon will put masking tape on your door.
DO NOT leave the room for any reason at this point! , You and your roommates could set an alarm clock or get a wake up call.
Sometimes a chaperon will knock on the doors to wake people up. ,, DO NOT leave anything behind.
Most chaperons will check the room for anything you may have left behind. ,
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