Rick Schneider Middle School
SPARTAN BAND
At Rick Schneider MS Spartan Band, our purpose is to foster and engage our students through the power of music.
Under the direction of Richie Haynes and Ryan Mah, the RSMS Spartan Band strive to create life-long learners, friendships, and memories.
RSMS students continually create music later on at South Houston Intermediate and South Houston High School.
RSMS Band Directors!
Mr. Richie Haynes
Mr. Haynes is the Head Director at Rick Schneider. He has been at RSMS for 10+ years and has taught multiple siblings in our band families! Classes he teaches include: High Brass, Low Brass, and Percussion.
Contact information:
rhaynes@pasadenaisd.org
713-740-0920 ext 67189
Mr. Ryan Mah
Mr. Mah is the Assistant Director at Rick Schneider. Originally from the Dallas area, Mr. Mah loves living in Houston and teaching his students. Classes he teaches include: All Woodwinds and Double Reeds.
Contact information:
rmah@pasadenaisd.org
713-740-0920 ext 67133
Parental Involvement
In the RSMS Band program, we love teaching your students every day in our band hall and ensemble rooms on campus.
To establish great practice routines, we encourage and promote AT HOME practicing alongside the work effort in class. Students who practice at home AND at school advance more in their musical studies. Always encourage your student when you see them working their best at home. Your input makes a difference!
SUPPORT your student and our awesome band program! Raising a band student is no easy task, so follow our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts to be aware of what is happening throughout the year. If you need to contact directors, see the "RSMS Band Directors" page above for information.
Work HARD!
Along with the other classes your student is in, band is no exception! Every day we are teaching, encouraging, and fostering your students to their individual needs. Here are a few FUNdamentals we practice and perfect weekly: Tone, Rhythm, Articulation, Flexibility, Scales (ask your child if they can describe all these to you!).
Play HARD!
Of course, we don't just play our instruments, but we also make band a fun experience for all band students. Every school year we have multiple opportunities to celebrate our accomplishments and friendships.
Twice a year, we have a Fun-Fridays! Students are closed off to half of the school and play on video games, in an open gym, watch the latest movies, and eat pizza!
Other fun events that go on are trips to Buc-ee's, Main Event, CiCi's, and more!
Support Us!
We strive our very best to keep all parents and students informed with all the concerts, rehearsal dates, Fun-Fridays, etc.
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and check out our BEGINNER BAND CALENDAR and 6TH GRADE CALENDAR below...
Beginner Band Calendar
- 9/3 - INSTRUMENT DRIVE
(Rick Schneider MS @ 4:30-7:30)
Students who have not rented instrument can do so at Rick Schneider.
H&H Music Company will sign you up!
- 9/13 - Band Crazy-Fun Friday!
(Rick Schnedier MS @ 6:30)
Pizza, video games, open gym and more! This is a $10 fundraiser to help buy supplies for our awesome Spartan Band!
- 1/28 - Beginner Band 1st Concert!
(Rick Schnedier MS @ 6:30)
Beginner band students will have a concert this night in January. Concert attire will be Spartan Band shirt and jeans. DO NOT FORGET MUSIC AT HOME!
- 2/28 - Band Crazy-Fun Friday!
(Rick Schnedier MS @ 6:30)
Pizza, video games, open gym and more! This is a $10 fundraiser to help buy supplies for our awesome Spartan Band!
- 5/19 - Beginner Band Spring Concert
(Rick Schnedier MS @ 6:30)
Beginner band students will have a concert this night in May. Concert attire will be Spartan Band shirt and jeans. DO NOT FORGET MUSIC AT HOME!
6th Grade Calendar
- 9/13 - Band Crazy-Fun Friday!
(Rick Schnedier MS @ 6:30)
Pizza, video games, open gym and more! This is a $10 fundraiser to help buy supplies for our awesome Spartan Band!
- 12/17 - 6th Grade Winter Concert
(Rick Schneider MS @ 6:30)
6th Grade band students will have a concert this night in December. Concert attire will be Spartan Band shirt and jeans. DO NOT FORGET MUSIC AT HOME!
- 2/28 - Band Crazy-Fun Friday!
(Rick Schnedier MS @ 6:30)
Pizza, video games, open gym and more! This is a $10 fundraiser to help buy supplies for our awesome Spartan Band!
- 3/27 - Benchmark Festival
(During school @ Pasadena HS)
All 6th Grade students are required to perform for Pasadena ISD. Concert attire will be Spartan Band shirts and jeans.
- 4/30 - Gator Music Festival
(McAdams JH in Dickenson, TX)
Honor Band will perform in a competition at the Gator Music Festival. Concert attire includes Spartan Band shirt and nice khaki pants.
- 5/5 - 6th Grade Spring Concert
(Rick Schneider MS @ 6:30)
6th Grade band students will have a concert this night in December. Concert attire will be Spartan Band shirt and jeans. DO NOT FORGET MUSIC AT HOME!
- 5/18 - Main Event!
(During school)
All students who have passed off their required scales will be joining us for a fun day at Main Event!
Contact Rick Schneider MS Band!
8420 Easthaven Blvd
Houston, Harris County 77075
rhaynes@pasadneaisd.org rmah@pasadenaisd.org
713-740-0920
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6th Grade Woodwinds
6th Grade Brass
Percussion
Beginning Woodwinds
Beginning Brass
Benchmark Festival
Alumni Band!
THE Guys!
Main Event Bowling
FUN Bus Ride!
Arcade Games
More Main Event Fun!