2025-2026 EVENTS

September 22nd-Oct. 17: Eaton Band gear sale begins  (t-shirts, hoodies and bags)

Fall tba:  Eighth Grade Marching Band Days  

8th grade students will be allowed to attend a football game with a high school band.  They will be required to attend rehearsal prior to the game.  More info will be sent out based on individual high schools participating. 

KHS rehearsal Wednesday Sept. 17, Game Sept. 18

Fall tba:  8th Grade Band students will attend a field trip to a local university 

8th Grade students tour campus, music facilities and watch the marching band practice. 

Fall tba: HCS Jazz Band and Steel Drum Ensemble Auditions (one year of band required to audition)

October 19th: Play along with the Virginia Symphony 4:30 p.m. Booker T. Washington H.S.

See Facebook or Parent Square  for sign up and details.

November 6th- Honor Band Auditions

All students with a year of experience are required to audition.  No fee is involved unless pre-ordering food.  Students stay after school and may call parents for pick-up when the audition is complete.  Event usually runs from 4-8:30 p.m. and students may be finished  as early as 5:30 p.m. Audition numbers are assigned randomly.  Any conflicts MUST be communicated asap to get students in and out as needed.  This is a Test grade for all experienced players.

*Parent volunteers are needed for concessions and supervision

*Beginning student leaders needed to work event

December 16th: Winter Band Concert at 6:30 p.m.- Advanced students and Percussion Ensemble

December 18th tba: Music Department Assembly for Grade levels

January 10th: All-District Auditions 

 Brass and Percussion at Bethel HS and Woodwinds at Eaton Advanced players are expected to audition for this ensemble.  If the student makes the band, there is a 3 day commitment, not long-term.  There is a small fee to audition.  Materials will come out to children in November.

January TBD:  Honor Band Event (time and place tba) 

Students that make the band will go to a host school Thursday all day with a concert that evening

Feb 5-7th:  All-District Band Event at Woodside HS

Students that make the band will go to a host school Thursday evening, Friday during the school day and have a rehearsal and concert Saturday. 

Jan/ Feb TBA: CNU Basketball Game Pep Band 

Advanced players sign up to perform with the CNU Captains at a college basketball game- must have made Honor Band to be eligible to attend.

February 10th: Beginning Band Concert 6:30 p.m. - 1st year players and percussion ensemble

February tba: Musicapalooza Event at Jones MS for rising 6th graders/ anyone  interested in joining

March tba: Assessment Camp with professional musicians.

Assessment Band breaks up by instrument to work with professionals in their area for focused and detailed instruction after school. Parent Performance on stage at the end.

March 17th:  Performance for 6th grade during the last block (3:20 p.m.) 

This assembly is a mock performance for Assessment and also for Music in Our Schools Month.

This will be recorded for a practice assessment. Audience dismisses from the auditorium.

March 18-19 (tbd): VBODA Concert Band Assessment  (Date/ time unknown until schedule released) 

We will be assigned a time on one of these days to perform on stage for judges at Heritage HS.  Advanced players are required to participate.  This is our SOL test.  No make up is allowed.  Please plan ahead and do not schedule trips during these days.  Do not schedule major dental work in the month leading up to this assessment.

April 16th: Field trip to the VA International Tattoo at the Norfolk Scope 9:15 am.-1 p.m.

Students have pizza or bring their lunch after returning to school.

April TBD: Solo and Ensemble Festival

Students select solos or duets to play for a judge.  Superior performances earn medals.

April tba : Elementary School performances

May 19th : Spring Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

Students must be in the cafeteria, dressed and ready to warm-up by 5:45 p.m.

May 28th: Spring Band Trip to Busch Gardens 9-6 p.m.

This trip is a reward for student achievement

June tba:  End of the Year Band Party 

2024-2025 EVENTS:

September 16th: Back to School Night 5:30 p.m.

September 20th: Percussion Ensemble information meeting  8 a.m. 

September 18/ 19: Future Warrior Night!  Rehearsal Sept. 18th 4:30-6:30 p.m. and Football game with the KHS Band the 19th

September 26th: Eaton Band gear sale begins (t-shirts/ sweatshirts)

October 15, 16, 17:  Future Bruin Night! Rehearsal 10/ 15 and 10/16 7-8:30 p.m. and Football game with the BHS Band Oct. 17

Fall tba: HCS Steel Drum Ensemble Auditions at Phenix (optional)

November 7h: Honor Band Auditions at  Eaton

December 17th: Winter Band Concert at 6:30 p.m. (concert band and percussion ensemble)

December 18th : Music Department Assembly for Grade levels

January 11th: All-District Auditions at BHS and Phenix (required for 8th grade HS credit)

January 16th:  Honor Band and Chorus Event at Tarrant (those that made the band)

January TBA: Percussion Ensemble performance for Elementary Open House Night (arrive and ready at 6 p.m., perform at 6:30 pm.)

January 30-Feb.1:  All-District Band Event  (those that make it)

March 7th. 4-6 p.m. :Assessment Camp

February 25th: Musicapalooza Event at Jones MS (for elementary students or 6th graders interested in joining band)

March 18th: Music in Our Schools Month Performance for any grade during last block (3:15 p.m.)

March 20th: VBODA Concert Band Assessment  (required for 8th grade HS credit)

April 24th: Solo and Ensemble Festival  (required for 8th grade HS credit)

Students select solos or duets to play for a judge.  Superior performances earn medals.

April 24th: Field trip to see the VA International Tattoo at the Norfolk Scope 9:15 a.m.-1 p.m. (WAIT LISTED)

April tba : Elementary School performances

May 6th : Spring Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

May 28th: Spring Band Trip to Busch Gardens 9-6 p.m.

May 30th:  Blue Ribbon End of the Year Band Party

2023-2024 EVENTS:

September 11th: Eaton Band gear sale begins  (t-shirts/ sweatshirts)

September 12th: Percussion Ensemble information meeting  8 a.m. 

September 19th: Back to School Night 6-8 p.m.

September 21: Future Warrior Night!  Rehearsal and Football game with the KHS Band - Game Oct 26 or Nov. 2 (you choose)

October tba:  Future Bruin Night- (Middle school Marching Band Days at high schools)

Fall tba: HCS Steel Drum Ensemble Auditions at Phenix (optional)

November 9h: Honor Band Auditions at  Eaton

December 12th: Winter Band Concert at 6:30 p.m.

December 13th : Music Department Assembly for Grade levels

January 6th: All-District Auditions at Grafton HS Complex

January 11:  Honor Band and Chorus Event at Kilgore (those that made the band)

January 31st : Percussion Ensemble performance for Elementary Open House Night (arrive and ready at 6 p.m., perform at 6:30 pm.)

February 1-3:  All-District Band Event  (6 students)

End of Feb. TBA: Assessment Camp with professional musicians Friday after school.

February 13th: Beginning Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

February 27th: Musicapalooza Event at Jones MS (for elementary students or 6th graders insterested in joining band)

March tbd: Performance for any grade during last block (3:30 p.m.)

March 20: VBODA Concert Band Assessment  9 a.m.-2 p.m.

April 16th: Solo and Ensemble Festival

Students select solos or duets to play for a judge.  Superior performances earn medals.

April 18th: Field trip to see the VA International Tattoo at the Norfolk Scope 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

April tba : Elementary School performances

May 7th : Spring Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

May 31st: Spring Band Trip to Busch Gardens 9-6 p.m.

June tba:  End of the Year Band Party

2022-2023 EVENTS:

September 16th: Percussion Ensemble information meeting  8 a.m. 

September 19th: Eaton Band gear sale begins  (t-shirts/ sweatshirts)

October 4th: PTA Reflections meeting 4-5:15 p.m.

October 5th: 3-5 p.m. 8th grade field trip to CNU

October 20th:  Future Bruin Night- (Middle school Marching Band Days at high schools)

Fall tba: HCS Steel Drum Ensemble Auditions at Phenix (optional)

November 10th: Honor Band Auditions at  Eaton

December 13th: Winter Band Concert at 6:30 p.m.

December 14th : Music Department Assembly for Grade levels

January 7th: All-District Auditions at Grafton HS Complex

February 1st: Percussion Ensemble performance for Elementary Open House Night (arrive and ready at 6 p.m., perform at 6:30 pm.)

February 2-4:  All-District Band Event  (Lana Gray, D'Anne Carnage...plus possibly 1st alternates)

February 16:  Honor Band and Chorus Event (those that made the band)

End of Feb. TBA: Assessment Camp with professional musicians Friday after school.

February 28th: Musicapalooza Event at Jones MS (for elementary students or 6th graders insterested in joining band)

March tbd: Performance for 6th grade during last block (1:30 p.m.)

March 23rd: VBODA Concert Band Assessment at Heritage High School  9 a.m.-2 p.m.

April 20th: Field trip to see the VA International Tattoo at the Norfolk Scope 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

April 20th: Solo and Ensemble Festival

Students select solos or duets to play for a judge.  Superior performances earn medals.

April tba : Elementary School performances

May 10th : Spring Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

June tba: Spring Band Trip to Busch Gardens 9-6 p.m.

June tba:  End of the Year Band Party

2021-2022 EVENTS:

November 4h: Percussion Ensemble begins at 8 a.m.

December:  VSO Clinics for beginners

December 14 : Music Department Assemblies/ Parent Share 

January 8th: All-District Auditions at Grafton HS Complex

February 1st: In Person Open House - Percussion Ensemble performance

February 3-5th: All-District Event moved to May

February 17th:  Honor Band Event at the Hampton Convention Center

March- Music in Our Schools Month

March and April: VSO Clinics for beginners

April 20 and 22nd: Percussion Ensemble performances on stage for grade levels

April 28th: Concert Band field trip to Norfolk Scope VAF Tattoo

May 3:  Spring Concert at 6:30 p.m.

May 5-7th: All-District Event

May 10 and 11: Pizza Parties during classes for post concert celebration

May 19th: Heritage of American Winds performance during 6th grade class 10:30-12

May 20th: Drumline Pep Rally

June 6th: Busch Gardens for all Band Members completing requirements

2019-2020 EVENTS:

September 4h: Percussion Ensemble and Masterclass at CNU by the USAF Heritage of America Band 7-9 p.m. 

Field trip details to follow

October tba: Eaton Band gear sale begins  (t-shirts, sweatshirts and bags)

Fall tba:  Eighth Grade Marching Band Days

8th grade students will be allowed to attend a football game with a high school band.  They will be required to attend rehearsal prior to the game.  More info will be sent out based on individual high schools participating.

October 1st:  Beginning Band Sectionals 4-5:10 p.m.

October 2nd:  8th Grade Band students will attend a field trip to Christopher Newport University where they will tour campus, the Ferguson Center, music facilities and watch the marching band practice. 

October 7th: HCS Steel Drum Ensemble Auditions 4:30-6 p.m. at Davis (one year of band required to audition)

November 7th: Honor Band Auditions here at Eaton after school

All students with a year of experience are required to audition.  No fee is involved. Students stay after school and may call parents for pick-up when audition is complete.  Event runs from 4-8:30p.m. and students may be done as early as 5 p.m.

Parent volunteers are needed for concessions and registration.

December 17th: Winter Band Concert at 6:30 p.m.

December 18th : Music Department Assembly

January 11th: All-District Auditions at Grafton HS Complex

Advanced players are expected to audition for this ensemble.  If the student makes the band, there is a 3 day commitment, not long-term.  There is a small fee to audition.  Materials will come out to children in November.

January 28th: Eaton 5th Grade Open House 6 p.m.

Percussion Ensemble Members will perform at 6 p.m. (stay after school, move to the stage, rehearse, change clothes and perform)

Beginning Band Leaders run "Instrument Petting Zoo" at Band elective table in the lobby.

January 30-Feb. 1:  All-District Band Event at Glouchester High School

Students that make the band will go to a host school Thursday evening, Friday during the school day and have a rehearsal and concert Saturday. 

February 20-21:  Honor Band and Chorus Event

Students that make the band will go to host school Thursday 5-8 p.m., Friday 10a.m.-8p.m.  (Concert Friday evening)

February 28th  (or March 6th early dismissal day if needed) : Assessment Camp with professional musicians  4-6:15 p.m.  Assessment Band breaks up by instrument to work with professionals in their area for focused and detailed instruction after school.

March 9th: Performance for 6th grade during last block (3:25 p.m.)

This assembly is a mock performance for Assessment and also for Music in Our Schools Month.

This will be recorded for a practice assessment.  

March 11-13: VBODA Concert Band Assessment (potential to change!)

We will be assigned a time on one of these days to perform on stage for judges at a host school.  Advanced players are required to participate.  This is our SOL test.  No make up is allowed.  Please plan ahead and do not schedule trips during these days.  Do not schedule major dental work in the month leading up to this assessment.

April 23rd: Solo and Ensemble Festival

Students select solos or duets to play for a judge.  Superior performances earn medals.

April 29th: Field trip to see the VA International Tattoo at the Norfolk Scope 

April tba : Elementary School performances

May 12th : Spring Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

Students must be in the cafeteria, dressed and ready to warm-up by 5:45 p.m.

May 25th: Spring Band Trip to Busch Gardens 9-5 p.m.

This trip is a reward for assessment results.  If the Band earns a Superior (equal to a Passed Advanced for SOL’s) then we will take the trip on Memorial Day.  Rain date June 5th.

June tba:  End of the Year Band Party at Sparetimes 2-4 p.m.

2017-18 EVENTS:

First 2 weeks of school:  Former members received contracts and instruments, beginners complete instrument trials

September 28th: HCS Steel Drum Ensemble Auditions 4:30-6 p.m. at Davis (one year of band required  to audition)

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September 29th: Eaton Band gear sale begins

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October 2nd:   8th Grade Band students will attend a field trip to Christopher Newport University where they will tour campus, the Ferguson Center, music facilities and watch the marching band practice.

September 29th:  Eighth Grade Marching Band Day with Kecoughtan HS  Warrior Band

8th grade students zoned for KHS will be allowed to attend a football game on September 29th.  They will be required to attend rehearsal at KHS from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday prior to the game.  More info will be sent out.

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November 16th: Honor Band Auditions here at Eaton after school 4-9 p.m.

All students with a year of experience are required to audition.  No fee is involved.  Students that are new are encouraged to audition for experience. 40 out of the 84 spots available came from Eaton Middle School!  Let’s keep the tradition up!

December 12th: Winter Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

January 13th: All-District Auditions at Grafton HS Complex

Advanced players are expected to audition for this ensemble.  If the student makes the band, there is a 3 day commitment, not long-term.  There is a small fee to audition.  Materials will come out to children in November.

February 1st-3rd:  All-District Band Event

Students that make the band will go to Warhill HS Thursday evening, Friday during the school day and have a concert Saturday afternoon. 

February 19th: Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A : Band Fundraiser

Come out between 5 and 8 p.m. to the Coliseum Drive restaurant.  Bring receipts to Mrs. Farrell inside.  Drive-thru orders can't count.  Please join us and make a great showing to support the band.  The more sales, the higher the percentage that comes back to us!  If you have an event coming up, order platters that evening and 100% of party trays goes to the band!!!

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February 22nd and 23rd: Honor Band Event at Kecoughtan HS

Students that make the band will ride a bus to KHS Thursday evening 5:30-8p.m. rehearsal (parent pick up at 8), Friday bus to KHS during the school day and have a concert Friday Evening at 7 p.m.

March 9- Assessment Camp 4-6 p.m.  TEST GRADE

March 19th- Stage performance for Eaton students at 3:30 p.m. and video recording.

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March 22nd: VBODA Concert Band Assessment- Mandatory for experienced players

Details of the day are above.  Advanced players are required to participate.  This is our SOL test.  No make up is allowed.  Please plan ahead and do not schedule trips anything on this day.

March 27th: Elementary School Instrument Showcase: Mandatory for Assessment Band students

Advanced Players performing assessment show then they may leave.  Select students will work at tables to show instruments at "petting zoo".

April 17th:  Auditorium Dedication Ceremony for Mr. Knipple (core percussion performing)

April 26th: Solo and Ensemble Event- place TBD

May 15th: Spring Band Concert 6:30 p.m.

​June 7: Spring Band Trip to Busch Gardens 9-5 p.m.

This trip is a reward for assessment results.  If the Band earns a Superior (equal to a Passed Advanced for SOL’s) then we will take the trip on Memorial Day. 

​June 11:  End of the Year Band Party at Sparetimes Bowling 2-4 p.m.  $5 all you can bowl and rental included.  Return form/ permission slip and $5 by June 6.

2016-2017 EVENTS:

September 13th: Bay Youth Wind Ensemble parent meeting and first rehearsal

Must apply online and be accepted.

September 20th: Back to School Night – Eaton Band gear sale begins

September 26th: HCS Steel Drum Ensemble Auditions 4:30-6 p.m. at Davis (one year of band required  to audition)

September 28th:   8th Grade Band students will attend a field trip to Christopher Newport University where they will tour campus, the Ferguson Center, music facilities and watch the marching band practice.

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September 29th:  Eighth Grade Marching Band Day with Kecoughtan HS  Warrior Band

8th grade students zoned for KHS will be allowed to attend a football game on September 29th.  They will be required to attend rehearsal at KHS from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday prior to the game.  More info will be sent out.

January 7th: All-District Auditions at Grafton HS Complex

Advanced players are expected to audition for this ensemble.  If the student makes the band, there is a 3 day commitment, not long-term.  There is a small fee to audition.  Materials will come out to children in November.

January 19th: Honor Band Auditions here at Eaton after school

All students with a year of experience are required to audition.  No fee is involved.  Students that are new are encouraged to audition for experience. 40 out of the 84 spots available came from Eaton Middle School!  Let’s keep the tradition up!

January 31st:  Open House for 5th grade

Petting zoo and information for new members

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February 2nd-4th:  All-District Band Event

Students that make the band will go to Woodside HS Thursday evening, Friday during the school day and have a concert Saturday afternoon.

February 23rd-25th: Honor Band Event at Davis MS

Students that make the band will go to Davis Thursday evening, Friday during the school day and have a concert Saturday afternoon. 

March 15th- 17th: VBODA Concert Band Assessment

We will be assigned a time on one of these days to perform on stage for judges.  Advanced players are required to participate.  This is our SOL test.  No make up is allowed.  Please plan ahead and do not schedule trips during these days.  

April TBA- Elementary School performance- making a recording week of April 17th

Concert Band and Percussion ensemble members perform for the 5th graders

May 5th- Taiko Ensemble performance for 8th grade at 2:30 p.m. 

May 29th: Spring Band Trip to Busch Gardens 9-5 p.m.

This trip is a reward for assessment results.  If the Band earns a Superior (equal to a Passed Advanced for SOL’s) then we will take the trip on Memorial Day. 

June 1st: Spring Band Concert 6:30 p.m. 

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June 8th:  End of the Year Band Party at Sparetimes Bowling 4-6 p.m.  $5 all you can bowl and rental included.  Return form/ permission slip and $5 by June 2nd.

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June 8th- Band trip to Davis Middle school 9-11 a.m. to see the HCS Steel Drum Ensemble