Bowie Band Handbook

Bowie MS Bands
2015-2016 Handbook
WELCOME
10-2-SUCCESS
We would like to welcome all students
into the BMS Band Program! It is our
belief that every student can be successful and we are dedicated to providing a
positive and fun learning environment
for every student.
1. Always conduct yourself in a manner that
brings credit to you, your family, your community,
and your school. You should be a positive reflection of Bowie Middle School. This step will make
all other steps possible!
This handbook has been written for the
Bowie Middle School Band members
and their parents with the intent of
providing information regarding the
purpose, expectation, and scheduled
activities of this year’s band program.
All students and parents are expected to
read the entire handbook carefully to
avoid conflicts with the procedures and
rules stated within.
We are extremely fortunate to have
school board members, administration,
faculty, and especially parents who are
committed and dedicated to creating and
maintaining a band program of the highest quality! We look forward to working
with you this year and having you as a
member of the 2015-2016 Bowie Band
Program!!
Index
Band Fee ......................... 7
2. Be loyal, honest and courteous in all dealings
with your directors, band members, adult volunteers, and academic teachers.
Bowie Band Code ........... 3
Calendar .......................... 6
Contact/Info .................... 4
Grading policy ................ 2
3. Be prompt and ready to put forth committed
effort to excellence in all rehearsals.
Instruments ..................... 4
“To be early is to be on time. To be on time is to
be late. To be late is unacceptable.”
Permission Form ........ 9/10
4. Special care should be taken to see that all personal and school property is properly maintained.
NEVER leave your instrument unattended. No one
shall play, hold, or otherwise operate or handle
another person’s instrument.
5. Practice sufficiently to be prepared to rehearse
and perform at the highest level according to your
capabilities.
6. The primary use of the band hall is for rehearsals. Never do anything that would interrupt a rehearsal. Practice rooms are for practicing only.
Private Lesson info ......... 5
Private Lessons form11/12
Spring Trip ..................... 8
Supplies .......................... 2
T-Shirt order ................. 11
Uniform/T-Shirt info ...... 5
8. Students are responsible for keeping their individual lockers clean and neat. Everyone will assist
with keeping the band hall clean and neat as well.
9. Students need to bring to their parents’ attention
all correspondence which is sent home. Any correspondence which requires a parent signature is to
be returned to the band directors promptly.
10. When in doubt – see #1
Parents – You have a LARGE part in your child’s success!
1. Show an interest in your student’s study of music. Find a regular time and a quiet place for your student to practice.
2. Help your student keep an accurate practice record each week and then sign it. They are due every Monday.
3. Help your student understand the importance of being prepared and on time for class. Great life skill!
4. Give the gift and investment of private lessons to your student.
5. Keep a schedule of band activities in a prominent place to help avoid conflicts.
6. Volunteer for band activities – chaperones, uniforms, fundraisers, etc.
www.bowiemsband.org
ALL FORMS
ARE DUE
August
28th!!!
7. Only band students are allowed in the band hall.
Please ask your friends to wait outside.
GRADING POLICY
Students in band receive grade for each six weeks. Students will attend all performances,
rehearsals, have their own equipment on a daily basis, and demonstrate proper rehearsal
skills. The grading system will be based on two categories:
2 GRADE CATEGORIES
SUMMATIVE – 80%
Playing/written tests and practice records are used to show mastery of the state
music TEKS. They cover all aspects of musical proficiency and performance and
are performed in class except for Honor Band. Symphonic may have some grades in sectionals
Honor Band playing tests are performed during sectionals. If there is an unexcused absence, it can
be made up before or after school with a maximum grade of 70 per IISD policy.
Performances – All co-curricular performances are required and two grades are earned.
1. Etiquette grade – ready to play on time, dressed appropriately and concert etiquette as set by
Bowie standards that support the TEKS & Irving Fine Arts standards.
2. Playing grade - your individual effort in playing to help make the performance a success.
An unexcused missed performance requires a Missed Performance assignment for the Etiquette
grade. Playing grade will be performed in class. Maximum grade is 70%
FORMATIVE – 20%
Daily rehearsal skills
 Have ALL music, instrument & supplies in working order
 Attentiveness/Participation level
 Preparedness
SUPPLIES
ALL MUSICIANS will be required to have the following everyday in rehearsal:
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Folder with all music (we will provide you with ONE folder - $1 replacement cost)
Standard of Excellence book (Beginners only)
Blank notebook paper. You may bring a spiral or just put 10 sheets in your folder.
Pencil – PENS ARE NOT ALLOWED! Highlighters recommended but not required
1 BIG box of Kleenex and/or hand sanitizer (name on it please!) Both are appreciated!
REED INSTRUMENTS
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3-4 good reeds at all times
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Reed guard & Mouthpiece cap
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Swab/Polishing cloth
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Cork grease
FLUTES
Polishing cloth
Swab – Tuning rod
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PERCUSSION
 Stick bag with name tag
 Snare Sticks: Vic Firth SD1
 Keyboard Mallets – Medium
 Timpani Mallets: Vic Firth T1
BRASS
 Valve oil or slide grease
 Polishing cloth
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BOWIE BAND CODE
ON TIME
PREPARED
ATTENTIVE
RESPECTFUL
BOWIE
DAILY CONSEQUENCES
One mark - Self-correction (warning)
Two marks— Meet with director after rehearsal and discuss solutions.
Three marks – Severe disruption
Any SEVERE disruption will be handled by immediate isolation and/ or an office referral. Parents will also be notified by email and/or phone call.
SIX-WEEKS CONSEQUENCES – Based on number of daily consequence
1. First time - meet with director - Self-correction (warning)
2. Second time - Parent contact. – Band detention
3. Third time - Referral to office, parent contact
yourself
your skills
your talents
your performance
your style
Respect
the
people.
RESPECT
others
their talents
their space
their style
their instrument
their performance
Property of all
instruments
equipment
supplies
music
Band Hall
Respect
the
place.
You can have Results or Excuses – Excuses don’t count!
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INSTRUMENTS
WHAT DO I PLAY?
HOW DO I GET AN INSTRUMENT?
If you have been selected to play FLUTE, CLARINET, ALTO SAX, TRUMPET or TROMBONE, it is highly encouraged to obtain you own instrument. The enjoyment and care
will be highly enhanced with the feeling of your own personal instrument. They are surprisingly affordable, with costs
ranging from $30-$50/month.
I love ice cream! However, if my grocery store only carries ice-cream, I’m
not going to shop there. Luckily, they
have a smart manager that carefully
selects the number of each product they
need in order to be successful to the
most customers.
For students that cannot afford their own, there are school
instruments available but you are not guaranteed your 1st
choice of instrument.
If you already own an instrument, or access to one from a
friend or relative, WE MUST be allowed to inspect it first.
If you have been selected to play OBOE, BASSOON, BASS
CLARINET, TENOR SAX, BARI SAX, FRENCH HORN,
EUPHONIUM or TUBA, you will play a school instrument.
A band is no different. Whatever your
favorite instrument is, you’re not going
to have much of an audience or opportunity to succeed if the band is too full
of that one instrument.
NO BOWIE BAND STUDENT will be without an instrument due to finances. If money is a problem, we will
work with you in every possible way to obtain a quality
instrument for every student.
The directors have many years of experience and success, in helping to determine the type of instrument that
each student will be the most successful. There are many factors and variables that help determine what is best
for the student and for the Bowie Band
as a whole.
CONTACT INFO
The most efficient way to contact us is by e-mail. For the best information, always refer to our website. Any thing that is passed out to your child is posted on the website as well.
EMAIL
Mr. McKinzey – [email protected]
WEBSITE
www.bowiemsband.org
Mr. Mendez – [email protected]
PHONE #
Band hall phone 972-600-3043
FACEBOOK–
www.facebook.com/BowieBand
On the BOWIE BAND website, you can listen to all of our performances, watch videos, examples of various types of
lessons, order forms, parent forms & correspondence, pictures and much more. It’s real cool so visit it often.
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PRIVATE LESSONS
BAND ATTIRE
Irving ISD offers a private lesson program during school hours. Dr. King, Irving Fine Arts
Director, will interview, audition and screen
local musicians to teach in Irving schools.
The visual impression we make at a performance is very important. It is imperative for all students to look and act their
best. We have two looks: formal performance attire and casual
performance attire.
These are professional teachers/musicians that
specialize on one particular instrument. This is
in contrast to a band director that specializes in
general knowledge of all instruments. Think of
your family doctor and a heart specialist.
FORMAL: For formal performance attire: It is the same as last
year. Guys will need to purchase BLACK DRESS pants, black
dress shoes and socks. We will furnish the rest. Girls will purchase black dress shoes.
Lessons are once a week for 30 minutes. The
district rate for private teachers is $16 for one
lesson. There is assistance if you need help.
Other than parent involvement, there is no other program available that will greater assist
your child’s progress.
Band class is a time for ensemble skills, learning blend, balance, tuning and many other
skills.
Private lessons allow the time for a professional musician to focus on their individual needs
like embouchure, tone production, technique,
musicianship and solo literature.
Lessons can also be taught in pairs or small
groups to help make it more affordable.
CASUAL: Our casual performance attire will be for all other
performances and spirit days. We wear our Bowie Band shirts
(tucked in), khaki pants and tennis shoes.
The cost is $16.00 each.
Those students not dressed accordingly will be excluded from
performing and receive the penalties for nonperformance.
PARENTS
Do you want to show your support? You may purchase shirts to
show off for your child and for the BOWIE BAND!
Save $ by paying fees on time!
See page 7 for details.
Private Lesson &
Uniform/Shirt orders are all
on pg. 11
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BOWIE BAND CALENDAR
2015-2016
DATE ............................................EVENT........................................... BAND
August 27th ..................................... 7th/8th / Parent Meeting - 6PM in BH................................................... 7/8
August 31st .................................................... Sectionals Start ...................................................................HB
September 3rd .................................... Beginner Parent Meeting – 5:00 ......................................................... 6
September 11th .................................. Band Fee Due $40 – Early bonus ..................................................... All
September 14th .............................................. Fundraiser Begins ................................................................. All
September 25th .......................................... Turn in fundraiser $$$ ............................................................. All
October 16th ......................................... 8th Grade Night – Nimitz ................................................. HB & 8th
October 23rd ................................ Fall Concert & Dance 6pm(required) ................................................. 7/8
October 24th.........................................All-City Tryouts – (Austin MS) .......................................................HB
November 13th/14th .......................... All-Region Tryouts - Duncanville ..................................................... 7/8
December 4th & 5th .............................. All-Region Clinic/Concert ....................................................... TBD
December 1st .............................. Winter Concert 6th 6:00 PM (required) .................................................. 6
December 8th ...................................... Winter Concert (required all) ....................................................... 7/8
December 9th .................................... Elem Concerts Tour (required) ..................................................... HB
December 11th .....................................Holiday Concert for school ........................................................ HB
January 8th / 9th.....................................All-City Clinic & Concert ....................................................... TBD
February 16th .............................................. UIL Clinic 4-6PM ............................................................... HB
February 22nd ............................................. UIL Clinic 4-6PM ............................................................... HB
February 23rd ............................................ UIL Pre-assesment......................................................... HB/SB
February 29th .......................................... UIL Concert 6:00 PM ...................................................... HB/SB
March 2nd .............................. UIL SYMPH BAND – Midlothian (required) .......................................... SB
March 3rd .............................. UIL HONOR BAND – Midlothian (required) ......................................... HB
April 12th ............................................. Beginner Solo Contest 4PM ........................................................... 6
April 19th ......................................... Beginner rehearsal 4pm – 5pm. ........................................................ 6
April 21st .......................................... Beginner rehearsal 4pm – 5pm. ........................................................ 6
April 22nd .............................................. Beginner Spring Contest .............................................................. 6
April 26th ........................................... Bowie Solo Contest (required) ....................................................... 7/8
April 30th .................................................... Irving Solo Contest ............................................................ TBD
May 24th ....................................... Spring Concert – 6:00 (required all) .................................................. 6-8
May 26th .............................................. 7th / 8th Spring Trip Contest ........................................................ 7/8
Other opportunities and activities may be added or changed to this calendar if the need arises.
Check the Bowie Band online calendar for up to date info.
http://www.bowiemsband.org/full-calendar---all.html
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BOWIE BAND FEE$
Successful band programs are expensive to maintain. We are fortunate to be in the Irving ISD where they can
provide many fine instruments. Most districts do not do this and because of that, and have extra money to run
other programs like private lessons, travel, supplies, expensive trips, etc.
ALL STUDENTS WILL PAY A BAND FEE OF $40
This helps cover cost for;
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Band activities/Transportation
Equipment
Provide supplies
Help pay for clinicians
Help provide private teachers
Nice spring trip!
There are many options to pay these fees. We will ALWAYS work with you if finances are a problem.
The band fee is due September 11th. You have the option of paying $20 the fall semester and then $20 for the
spring semester. You can also pay in any amounts that are affordable to you. For example, you could pay $5 a
month and you would have it paid off by March.
There are incentives if you pay on time!
Pay $40 by September 11th
FREE SHIRT
SUPPLIES
50% TRIP DISCOUNT
Pay $40 by October 9th
FREE SHIRT
SOME SUPPLIES
10% TRIP DISCOUNT
Pay $20 by September 11th
FREE SHIRT
BASIC SUPPLY
NO TRIP DISCOUNT
Beginners will get a music book and a Bowie Band shirt.
7th & 8th grade get a new Bowie Band t-shirt OR a Bowie Band shirt if they need a new one.
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BOWIE BAND TRIPS
All Bowie Bands have traditionally gone on a spring band trip each year in April or May. While we are
serious about fun, we also are serious in our playing. We participate in a band competition at each of
these events.
The Beginner Band goes to the Pin Stack Contest in Plano. We have been
going there the past 3 years and the kids really enjoy this trip.
The base cost for this varies each year but usually is around $25.
The 7th & 8th grade bands have gone to NRH2O the last 4 years. This is a
great events and we have brought back many trophies from this contest.
The base cost of the trip varies each year, but is usually around $25.
The differences are determined by the success of our fundraisers and the
number of students going.
More details will be given later, but there are conditions each student has
to meet in order to go.
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Be eligible – No Pass, No Play!
A/B citizenship grade in band.
Present at all required band performances.
Pass off all music
No more than 50 discipline points,
DISCIPLINE POINTS – This keeps more students from going than anything. There will be more details later on discipline points. Basically, I keep track of the number of detentions, tardy referrals and
office deferrals in ALL classes. You are assigned points for each infraction. If you go over 50 points,
you are not allowed to go on the trip. That’s the bad news – GOOD NEWS? You can work off these
points by doing extra work in the bandhall assigned by the directors.
COOPERATE & DON’T BE LATE!
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TRAVEL PERMISSION FORM
Return by August 28th
Student Name: ______________________________________________ School ID #
Student E-mail:
Circle
Circle
Student Cell #
Grade _______
Birthday: _____________
Adult 1: Relation: Mom – Stepmom – Grandma– Other ___
Name ____________________________________________
Work phone ______________________________________
Cell Phone ________________________________________
Home/Other phone _________________________________
Email ____________________________________________
Adult 2: Relation: Dad – Stepdad – Granddad– Other ____
Name ____________________________________________
Work phone ______________________________________
Cell Phone ________________________________________
Home/Other phone _________________________________
Email ____________________________________________
Emergency Contact: _____________________________________________ Phone #: ______________________________
Insurance: ______________________________________________________ Policy#: ______________________________
Doctor: ________________________________________________________ Phone #: ______________________________
I hereby certify that my son/daughter, ____________________________________ has permission to participate
in field trips with the BOWIE MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND during the 2015-2016 school year.
I agree and do hereby waive and release all claims against the Irving Independent School District and any teacher,
employee or other person engaged in the activity in question and agree to hold them harmless from any and all liability relating to my son/daughter for any personal injury or illness that may be suffered or any loss of property
that may occur.
I understand that reasonable measures will be taken to safeguard the health and safety of my son/daughter and that
I will be notified in the case of an emergency. In the case of an accident or sickness, I authorize the calling of a
doctor or the providing of other medical services. Please provide medication to nurse.
The medication must be in the original container with the student's name, correct dosage, and when and why it is
to be given. A new request for administration of medication will be required for each field trip. Parents or Guardians are responsible for notifying the school of any changes.
It is understood that no participation will be allowed until this form is signed by his/her parent/guardian.
Is there any medical aspect or known allergies we need to know about your child
____ Yes ____ No
Explain: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Do you give your permission for the directors to obtain emergency treatment if needed? ____ Yes ____ No
Do you give your permission for your child to swim when participating in a band activity? ____ Yes ____ No
Do you give permission to allow pictures of your child on the band website and/or Facebook? ____ Yes ____ No
I give my permission for my child to travel with the Bowie Middle School Bands. I have "READ" and "UNDERSTAND" the "Bowie BAND HANDBOOK and BLANKET PERMISSION FORM" and agree to abide by the
provisions therein.
Student's Signature: _______________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Parents' Signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
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FORMA DEL PERMISO DEL RECORRIDO
Volver no más adelante que el 31 de august
Nombre del estudiante:
ID #: _________________ Grado: _________
E-mail de los estudiantes:
Circle
Circle
Cell#
Cumpleaños: _________
Adulto 1: Nombre: Madre – Madrastra – Abuela– Other __
Nombre __________________________________________
Work phone ______________________________________
Cell Phone ________________________________________
Home/Other phone _________________________________
Email ____________________________________________
Adulto 2: Nombre: Padre – Padrastro – Abuelo– Other ___
Nombre __________________________________________
Work phone ______________________________________
Cell Phone ________________________________________
Home/Other phone _________________________________
Email ____________________________________________
Contacto de la emergencia: _______________________ Teléfono #: ___________________________________________
Seguro: ________________________________________________________ Póliza de seguro #: ______________________
Médico: _______________________________________ Teléfono #: ___________________________________________
Certifico por este medio que mi hijo/hija, ____________________________________ tiene mi permiso de participar en disparos al campo con la BOWIE MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND durante el año escolar 2015-2016.
Convengo y por este medio renuncio y lanzo todas las demandas contra el districto independiente de la escuela de
Irving y el cualquier profesor, el empleado o la otra persona contratados a la actividad en la pregunta y acuerdo
llevarlas a cabo inofensivas de cualesquiera y toda la responsabilidad referentes a mi hijo/hija para cualesquiera
daños corporales o enfermedad que puedan ser sufridos o cualquier pérdida de característica que pueda ocurrir.
Entiendo que las medidas razonables serán tomadas de salvaguardar la salud y la seguridad de mi hijo/hija y que
me notificarán en el caso de una emergencia. En el caso de un accidente o de una enfermedad, autorizo llamar de
un doctor o el abastecimiento de otros servicios médicos. Proporcionar por favor la medicación a la enfermera.
La medicación debe estar en el envase original con el nombre del estudiante, dosificación correcta, y cuando y
porqué debe ser dada. Un nuevo pedido la administración de la medicación será requerido para cada disparo al
campo. Los padres o los guardas son responsables de notificar la escuela de cualquier cambio.
Se entiende que no se permitirá ninguna participación hasta que esta forma es firmada por su padre/guarda.
¿Hay aspecto médico o alergias sabidas que necesitemos saber sobre tu niño? ____ Si
____ No
Explicar: ___________________________________________________________________________________
¿Das tu permiso para que los directores obtengan el tratamiento de la emergencia si está necesitado? ___ Si ___ No
¿Das tu permiso para tu niño a la nadada al participar en una actividad de la banda?
____ Si ____ No
¿Le da permiso para que fotos de su hijo en el sitio web de la banda y / o Facebook?
____ Si ____ No
Doy mi permiso para que niño al recorrido con las BOWIE MIDDLE SCHOOL BANDS. He leído y entiendo la
FORMA del PERMISO del MANUAL y del RECORRIDO de la BAND de BOWIE y accepto seguir las provisiones en esto.
Entiendo que es RESPONSABILIDAD de de mi NIÑO' DE PARTICIPAR EN TODAS LAS ACTIVIDADES DE
LA BAND.
Firma del estudiante: ______________________________________________ Fecha: ____________________
Firma de los padres: _______________________________________________ Fecha: ____________________
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PRIVATE LESSON FORM
I wish for my child to participate in the Irving ISD private lesson program. I understand that the cost of instruction is $16.00 per lesson payable weekly in advance. You may also sign up for group lessons which
makes the cost more affordable.
Student (print name) __________________________________________ Instrument______________
Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________________________________________
Return this registration form to your student’s band director as soon as possible.
BOWIE BAND UNIFORM ORDER
Casual Band Uniform (For complete casual uniform information, see “Band Attire” on page 5)
The Bowie Band T-shirts cost $16.00 (2X $17, 3X $18). They are 100% cotton and come in ADULT sizes S3X. Please do not allow your student to order a super-sized shirt for themselves. They must be able to tuck in
their shirt. Turn this form in with the money to your band directors no later than Friday, September 4th.
REMEMBER, ALL BAND STUDENTS MUST HAVE A BOWIE BAND SHIRT. We will be using the
same shirt as last year; if you have one, you don’t have to order a new one. We also encourage families to
purchase one to show their support for their students at band activities.
STUDENT NAME
SIZE
QUANTITY
COST
S - $16.00
FREE WITH
BAND FEE!
M - $16.00
L - $16.00
XL - $16.00
XXL - $17.00
XXXL - $18.00
TOTAL
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FORMA PRIVADA DE LA LECCIÓN
Deseo para mi niño participar en el programa privado de la lección de Irving ISD. Entiendo
que el coste de instrucción es $16.00 por la publicación mensual pagadera de la lección por
adelantado.
Instrumento del estudiante (nombre de la impresión) __
_________________________
Firma del padre/del guarda ______________________
_________________________
¿Hay una necesidad de la ayuda financiera? __________ No. __________ Sí
Volver esta forma de registro al director de la banda de tu estudiante cuanto antes.
BOWIE BAND UNIFORM ORDER
Las camisetas de la banda de Bowie costaron $16.00 (2X $17, 3X $18). Son el algodón 100% y vienen de tamaños S-3X del adulto. No permitir por favor que tu estudiante pida una camisa estupendo-clasificada para sí
mismos. Deben poder remeter su camisa. Dar vuelta a esta forma adentro con el dinero a tus directores de la
banda no más adelante que el viernes 10 de septiembre. RECORDAR, TODOS LOS ESTUDIANTES DE LA
BANDA DEBE TENER UNA CAMISA DE LA BANDA DE BOWIE. También animamos a familias que
compren uno para demostrar su ayuda para sus estudiantes en las actividades de la banda.
Estudiante
SIZE
QUANTITY
COST
S - $16.00
M - $16.00
FREE WITH
BAND FEE!
L - $16.00
XL - $16.00
XXL - $17.00
XXXL - $18.00
TOTAL
$
Para el uniforme formal, los muchachos necesitarán comprar los pantalones negros del vestido y los zapatos negros en sus el propios. Las muchachas necesitarán comprar los zapatos
negros del vestido.
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