July 26, 2014

Post date: Jul 28, 2014 2:26:16 PM

Announcements

  • ​Here's hoping everyone had a nice week off!

  • Rehearsals resume THIS WEEK! We have rehearsal both Tuesday and Thursday night from 6-9 p.m.! ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY! We will meet briefly in the band room to check attendance and then go outside for the remainder of the night. Wear appropriate clothing and bring all needed materials for rehearsal!

  • The band room carpet has been cleaned. All section leaders/captains/drum majors need to be at the school by 5:30 Tuesday to get everything set up for rehearsal at 6.

  • Student schedules can be picked up at the school Tuesday, July 29 from 12:30-3:00 and 5:00-7:00. If you are unable to get your schedule during these times, students can receive their schedules the first day of school, August 7. A student/parent ONLY can pick up their OWN schedule! After schedules are picked up, each student needs to be sure he/she is registered for Marching Band during 4th Block for the fall. See a guidance counselor for any changes that need to be made.

  • We will rehearse next week on Tuesday (6:30-9:00 p.m.). Remember, we will start at 6:30 to accommodate those attending Freshman Orientation hosted by GCHS. After orientation, all freshmen will have a chance to change clothes before coming to rehearsal.

  • Apparel Orders and Money are due NO LATER THAN MONDAY, AUGUST 11. If you need another form, check the band's website under last week's announcements.

  • School begins Thursday, August 7 for a 1/2 day (7:55-11:30). Remember, the band is taking pictures for the paper that afternoon @ 1 p.m. Students will have from 11:30-1:00 to get some lunch (either pack a lunch or leave campus for lunch and be back in time to be dressed in full uniform at 1. Pictures should not last longer than an hour so make transportation arrangements accordingly.

  • Percussion Fees ($85) or shirt sponsors (4) are due no later than Tuesday, August 6!

  • Trailer Sponsorship Forms and Money need to be turned in ASAP!

  • You can begin to pay for your student's polo ($15-if you ordered one) and/or band shoes ($36). Checks should be made to GC Band and put in an envelope with your child's name on the front and the exact items you are paying for and the amount enclosed. PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE THIS WITH YOUR MERCHANDISE ORDERS! They will not receive polos/band shoes until full payment has been made.

  • Preview Night will be here soon! August 21@ 6:30 in the NEW stadium! Invite your friends, family, neighbors, etc...Tickets will be $5 per person for the hamburger/hot dog supper which follows the show and they will go on sale soon!

  • The Dodge Booster Drive will take place that same night from 5-8 p.m. and will be held at the main entrance of the school. The gand receives $20 per person who test drives a car so please encourage everyone coming to the preview to arrive a few minutes early to test drive a car and support our band!

  • The first memorization test over the intro/part I will be Monday, August 11 (DATE CHANGE) during band class. The memorization grade makes up 33% of the student's grade for the nine weeks so be sure they are starting to memorize their music NOW!

  • Next Booster Meeting-August 11 in the band room @ 7 p.m. Mark your calendars and make plans to attend! Our contest will be quickly approaching!

Upcoming Dates:

  • Thursday, August 7th - School starts back!

  • Monday, August 11th - 1st Memorization Test over Intro/Opener during band class! Regular after school rehearsal schedule begins...Guard Sectional (3-5); Percussion Sectional (5-8)

  • Tuesday, August 12th - Full Band Rehearsal (3-5); Hornline Sectionals (5-6)

  • Thursday, August 14th - Full Band Rehearsal (3-5)

  • Monday, August 18th - 2nd Memorization Test over the ballad during band class time. Regular rehearsal schedule for the week.

  • Thursday, August 21st - Preview Night - 6:30 - Stadium - Students will have regular rehearsal until 5 and then they will have from 5-6 to rest before reporting back for preview night. They will wear their polos for the first time on this night so be sure they are paid for by then!

  • Friday, August 22nd - 1st Home Football Game - 7:30 - GCHS - Students will have to be dressed (polos, khaki shorts, and tennis shoes) and in their seats at 6:30 in the band room.