1-13-25 Newsletter

Announcements

All State

We'll be sending SEVENTEEN Haynes Academy students to participate in the LMEA All State Clinic and Conference this week at the New Orleans Riverside Hilton!   Congratulations to all of these talented musicians!  We are incredibly proud of all of you!  (Each of you should have received on Sunday an email from Mr. Phelan with last minute details.  Email Mr. Phelan with questions ASAP.)

There are several outstanding performances (in addition to the All State ensembles themselves), and we encourage our students and anyone who enjoys great music to attend.  See the full schedule at lmeamusic.org

Congratulations!

Congratulations to two of our Haynes Academy musicians, who recently participated in the Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra's Concerto Competition.

Congratulations to Tiffany Chin, who placed third in the Symphony category. And, ...

Congratulations to Valerie Gaffney, who placed FIRST in the Symphony category!

We are very proud of both of you!

After School Practices

It is imperative that students attend every rehearsal of the Haynes Band.  Conflicts should be discussed with Mr. Phelan in advance, so we can attempt to work out the best solution.  Thank you for your cooperation.

High School Band will again practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 5:30.  We invite any interested members of the Haynes Band program to participate.  We'll juggle parade and concert music to fit the weather.  

This week, we'll do parade music on Tuesday Jan. 14.  (No practice Thursday as we'll be at All State!)

Marching Band Uniform Requirements

All students must have SOLID BLACK PANTS, SOLID BLACK SHOES, AND SOLID BLACK SOCKS to march in the parade.  No other options are acceptable.  We will again be marching with the Krewe of Mad Hatters on Saturday Feb. 22.  This gives everyone six weeks to secure the necessary uniform.  Please contact Mr. Phelan with questions or concerns.

Water

We are once again collecting water as we prepare for the parade and practices.  Feel free to drop off a case of bottled water at your convenience, and thanks for helping to keep our students hydrated!

All South Honor Band at USM

Follow this link to learn more about the All South Band conference in February at USM:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-usm-all-south-honor-band-conductors-conference-registration-932646399487

Parade Chaperones

Please sign up via this form if you would like to chaperone this year's parade.  We'll be marching with the Krewe of Mad Hatters on Sat. Feb. 22.  Parade Chaperone Sign-up 2024-25 

District Honor Band Updates

Congratulations again to all of our students who were accepted into the District Six Honor Bands!  Everyone should have received their onw copy of the music by now, and should begin looking over it.  Honor Band weekend is Jan. 31- Feb. 2 at Tulane University's Dixon Hall, and we invite everyone to come out and hear our amazing students (along with some of the best musicians across South Louisiana).

Senior High Honor Band will be holding a reading rehearsal on Tuesday Jan. 28 -- 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Haynes Academy.

Junior High Honor Band will be holding a reading rehearsal on Saturday Jan. 25 -- 9:00 - 11:00 am at Dominican High School. (7701 Walmsley Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125)

These rehearsals are optional, but highly encouraged, as they will give us a chance to become familiar with the music before Honor Band weekend.

Jazz Band

We'll resume Jazz Band practices on Wednesdays after school until 5:00.  We invite any interested members of the Haynes Band program to participate.

Band Parents' Group

We're forming a Band Parents' Group for Haynes Academy!  If you are interested in joining, please email Haynesbandparents@gmail.com. (New Email Address). All are welcome.   We’re planning the first meeting soon! 

Taste and Tunes Spring Concert

We have scheduled our annual Taste and Tunes Spring Concert for Sunday April 6 2025, with set-up the day before.

Calendar

Please refer to our Calendar for a complete list of activities.  Our Calendar is the most up-to-date information we have available.

Morning and Afternoon Procedures

Students may drop off their instruments in the Band Room before school, and pick them up at the end of the day.   Students may not loiter in the Band Room before school.

Band Fee

The Haynes Academy Band charges a $30 annual fee, which covers the purchase of music, transportation, etc.  This fee has been posted to student accounts.  Please contact Mr. Phelan with questions or concerns.

Student Information Form

We ask all parents to fill out the Student Information Form on our website, to continue to receive our weekly-ish email newsletters.  This will also allow you to include additional email addresses as needed.  Thanks!

Closing

Please visit our Calendar for all the latest updates, and feel free to contact Mr. Phelan at any time with questions or concerns.  We look forward to seeing everyone soon!

Mr. Phelan