This is your weekly MUSIC DEPARTMENT update!
Hello Folks!
We got a lot accomplished so far! That was 4 out of 6 weeks! 2 more to go! Keep on chasing the dream!!!
Commitment Night was very successful! If you missed but are still looking to be a part of next year's band, just email me so I can get you the paperwork you need.
Universal Trip
Please find the link to the itinerary HERE.
The itinerary will continue to be updated as more information comes out.
You can find the current itinerary and rooms list there. If there are any issues or concerns with the rooms list, PARENTS can reach out to Mrs. Ballinger. Please avoid unnecessary changes.
Please don't forget that there is a MANDATORY BAND TRIP MEETING on 4/22 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm in the BCHS Band Room.
Countdowns
Weekly Walkthrough
Monday, we have a Leadership Monday from 3pm to 4pm. Leadership Applications are also due today. The calendar says by 5pm, but the application will actually close at 11:59pm. We also have the Mandatory Band Trip Meeting from 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Tuesday, Wind Ensemble has it's one and only State Rehearsal after school from 3pm to 6pm. We will be joined by Professor Ted Shistle from Jacksonville University!
Wednesday, we have Drum Major Clinics after school from 12:30pm to 3pm.
Thursday, Wind Ensemble travels to State MPA! (Link to Itinerary)
Friday, there are no activities scheduled.
Saturday and Sunday, we will be at the Band EOY Trip! (Link to Itinerary)
The Rest of the School Year at- a- glance
Events:
Leadership Monday!– April 22nd- 3pm to 4pm
Leadership Applications Due– April 22nd
Mandatory Band Trip Meeting– April 22nd-6:30pm- 7:30pm
Drum Major Clinics– April 24th- 12:30pm to 3pm
Band EOY Trip (Link to Itinerary) – April 27th- 28th
Student Staff Interviews– April 29th
Drum Major Auditions– May 1st
Music Department Banquet (Link to Tickets)– May 4th- 5:00pm
Leadership Meeting – May 13th- 3:00pm- 5:00pm
Rehearsals:
Wind Ensemble State Dress Rehearsal – April 23rd- 3:00pm- 6:00pm
Pass the Torch Rehearsal – April 30th- 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Pass the Torch Rehearsal – May 2nd- 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Band Graduation Rehearsal – May 14th- 3:00pm- 5:00pm
Band Graduation Rehearsal – May 16th- 3:00pm- 5:00pm
Performances:
STATE CONCERT MPA (Wind Ensemble) (Link to Itinerary)– April 25th
Pass the Torch Concert – May 3rd- 6:30pm
Things to Note 🎵:
Music Department Banquet!
Students & Parents-
You can now RSVP for the banquet. Each student is allowed to bring 2 guests with them at no cost, each additional guest will be a cost of $5 each person. You can get all the tickets at the link below. This year will be a potluck theme meal, so we need everyone to pitch in and bring a dish. There will be a sign up created for you to indicate what dish you will be providing. Please remember when you are planning your dish that there will be a large crowd in attendance. Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Jennifer Luke if you have any questions.
After School Activities this Week:
Monday
Leadership Monday!– 3pm to 4pm
Leadership Applications Due
Mandatory Band Trip Meeting– 6:30pm- 7:30pm
Tuesday
Wind Ensemble State Dress Rehearsal – 3:00pm- 6:00pm
Wednesday
Drum Major Clinics– 12:30pm to 3pm
Thursday
STATE CONCERT MPA (Wind Ensemble) (Link to Itinerary)
Friday
No Activities Scheduled
Saturday/ Sunday
Band EOY Trip (Link to Itinerary)
Birthday Announcements!
By the way, I base birthday announcements on what I can see on the Band App, so if you would like to be recognized for your birthday on the weekly announcements, please make sure your Birthday is set to PUBLIC on the Band App.
According to Band App, there are no birthdays this week... 😔
Let's have a great week everyone!
And GOOOOOO WILDCATS!