29 July 2025
No drumline this week. We are headed to DCI Glassboro on Wednesday evening. Be in the stadium parking lot and ready to board the bus by 5:45
23 July 2025
We are about a week and half away from camp! The summer is flying by. I hope you all are having a great, relaxing time.
July Rehearsals:
Wed, July 23 6-8 drumline
Thursday, July 24 6-9 ALL
Wed, July 30 5:45-11 DCI Glassboro Fieldtrip
Thursday, July 31 6-9 ALL
Remember that we will be using the football field for drop off and pick up from now through the rest of the summer. Please be ready to go at the start start. EARLY IS ON TIME. We will now start focusing on the field show music and stands' tunes. Make sure your chops are ready to go. Practice at home to build up your stamina.
This week we will play:
September
Toxic
Enter Sandman
Also be sure you have the music in the Look Here folder printed and ready to go. We will play Intro and start Double Vision (added 7/23). We are NOT using "Into the Light" for our show this year. We are still making changes so remember to be flexible.
Field Trip - Weather looks clear so far! Keep those fingers crossed. We will leave at 5:45 PM on 7/30 from the football stadium parking lot. There are concessions and merch, so bring money if you like.
If you are NOT YET IN THE GROUP REMIND, you MUST join. Parents are welcome. Any last minute info or changes will be sent that way. It's also a very quick way to send a message directly to me. Use this link to join.
Physicals are needed to participate in marching band. Use THIS LINK for all the info and step by step instructions. This must be done by band camp. You have ONE WEEK LEFT.
Remember, if you need to miss a rehearsal, tell Ms Sheridan or the staff member in your section, and ALSO fill out this conflict form.
You must have a binder for your music. Please get one or ask Ms Sheridan. You will also need page protectors. Bring a pencil to every rehearsal.
Band Camp is coming up the first week of August. Things to have ready for band camp August 4-9:
MANDATORY
Instrument - any reeds, oil, straps, mallets, sticks etc.
Show music, printed out in a binder with clear page protectors.
Dot Book
Pencil attached to the dot book
Stands music printed out and in a flip folder. This is also in the Flip Folders Drive
Athletic clothing and SNEAKERS
Water jug - the bigger, the better
Hat/cap
Sunscreen
Lunch
OPTIONAL
Lyre
Ear Protection
Bug spray
Sunglasses
Chapstick
Beach towel
Snacks
16 July 2025
Upcoming July rehearsals and performances:
Wed, July 16 6-8, drumline
Thursday, July 17 6-9 ALL - FIELDTRIP PERMISSION SLIPS ARE DUE
Wed, July 23 6-8 drumline
Thursday, July 24 6-9 ALL
Wed, July 30 5:45-11 DCI Glassboro Fieldtrip
Thursday, July 31 6-9 ALL
Remember that we will be using the football field for drop off and pick up from now through the rest of the summer. Please be ready to go at the start start. EARLY IS ON TIME. We will now start focusing on the field show music and stands' tunes. A lot of really fun playing. Make sure your chops are ready to go. Practice at home to build up your stamina.
Thursday we will play:
Stands Basics (Rocky tag, SSB, Varsity, Alma Mater)
Shenandoah
September
Thriller
Don't Stop Believin'
and we will start Mr Brightside
Also be sure you have the music in the Look Here folder printed and ready to go.
Field Trip - today is the deadline! Fill out your permission slips and the interest form!
If you are NOT YET IN THE GROUP REMIND, you MUST join. Parents are welcome. Any last minute info or changes will be sent that way. It's also a very quick way to send a message directly to me. Use this link to join.
Physicals are needed to participate in marching band. Use THIS LINK for all the info and step by step instructions. This must be done by band camp.
Remember, if you need to miss a rehearsal, tell Ms Sheridan or the staff member in your section, and ALSO fill out this conflict form.
You must have a binder for your music. Please get one or ask Ms Sheridan. You will also need page protectors. Bring a pencil to every rehearsal.
Band Camp is coming up the first week of August. Things to have ready for band camp August 4-9:
MANDATORY
Instrument - any reeds, oil, straps, mallets, sticks etc.
Show music, printed out in a binder with clear page protectors.
Dot Book
Pencil attached to the dot book
Stands music printed out and in a flip folder. This is also in the Flip Folders Drive
Athletic clothing and SNEAKERS
Water jug - the bigger, the better
Hat/cap
Sunscreen
Lunch
OPTIONAL
Lyre
Ear Protection
Bug spray
Sunglasses
Chapstick
Beach towel
Snacks
1 July 2025
Upcoming July rehearsals and performances:
Wed, July 2 6-8, drumline
Thursday, July 3 6-9 ALL
Friday, July 4 8:30-11:00 PARADE
Wed, July 23 6-8 drumline
Thursday, July 24 6-9 ALL
Wed, July 30 5:45-11 DCI Glassboro Fieldtrip
Thursday, July 31 6-9 ALL
Parade info:
Wednesday, July 4
We are meeting at the football field at 8:30 AM. Wear your grey band shirt (see MS Williams if you need a shirt), black shorts and sneakers. No hats but sunglasses are ok. Put on SUNSCREEN and hydrate. We are alternating the cadence, God Bless America and My Country Tis of Thee from the Patriotic Parade Sequence. You can use music if you need it. We will step off at 10:00 and be back to the school around 11:00.
We will be moving to the field for the summer and fall. Prepare to move all your gear from the school to the field/trailer after the parade. Drop off and Pick ups will be there until the end of the season. Anything left in the band room will be thrown away or added to the school inventory.
If you are NOT YET IN THE GROUP REMIND, you MUST join. Parents are welcome. Any last minute info or changes will be sent that way. It's also a very quick way to send a message directly to me. Use this link to join.
Physicals are needed to participate in marching band. Use THIS LINK for all the info and step by step instructions. This must be done by band camp.
Remember, if you need to miss a rehearsal, tell Ms Sheridan or the staff member in your section, and ALSO fill out this conflict form.
You must have a binder for your music. Please get one or ask Ms Sheridan. You will also need page protectors. Bring a pencil to every rehearsal. Other things to have ready for band camp August 4-9:
MANDATORY
Instrument - any reeds, oil, straps, mallets, sticks etc.
Show music, printed out in a binder with clear page protectors.
Dot Book
Pencil attached to the dot book
Stands music printed out and in a flip folder. This is also in the Flip Folders Drive
Athletic clothing and SNEAKERS
Water jug - the bigger, the better
Hat/cap
Sunscreen
Lunch
OPTIONAL
Lyre
Ear Protection
Bug spray
Sunglasses
Chapstick
Beach towel
Snacks
DCI Trip info is available. July 30 at Rowan University. Fill out the interest form and print out the permission form to save a space. The cost is $42 - and it's worth every penny. Come get hyped for the season!