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Read through the newsletter for updates on student progress each week. Don't forget to add important dates to your family calendars so you do not miss out on any upcoming performances of students.
Domino's Fundraiser
Domino's Fundraiser
Holy Moly everyone! I am incredibly pleased to announce that we raised $4,480! Thank you all so much for continuing to spread the word! This will help students to pay for upcoming trips and any supplies that we continue to use throughout the year, such as reeds and valve oil. Truly AMAZING!!!!!
Students should be practicing their instrument outside of class.
Students should be practicing their instrument outside of class.
Even if it's for just 5 minutes.
Even if it's for just 5 minutes.
Practicing their instrument outside of class is beneficial because it helps reinforce what we've learned in class, builds muscle memory, and allows students to focus on troublesome spots at their own pace.
Consistent practice strengthens your technique, increases confidence, and makes it easier to keep up with new material in class. It also gives you the chance to focus on challenging sections, experiment with your sound, and develop a deeper connection to the music. This is especially important for wind and brass players, because your embouchure—the way you shape and use the muscles of your face and mouth—is like any other muscle in your body. Just like an athlete trains specific muscle groups to improve strength and endurance, musicians need to exercise their embouchure regularly. Practicing outside of class helps build stamina, flexibility, and control, making it easier to produce a clear, steady tone and play for longer periods of time without tiring out.
3rd Hour- Symphonic Band
3rd Hour- Symphonic Band
8-12th Grade students worked on pep band music and started to sight read new songs for our spring concert.
Looking forward to the another basketball game on Friday, Feb 6th. Call time for students is 4:10 pm. We will play for JV and V boys and should end around 7:45 pm.
4th hour- 8-12th grade combined Concert Band
4th hour- 8-12th grade combined Concert Band
8-12th Grade students worked on pep band music and started to sight read new songs for our spring concert.
Looking forward to the another basketball game on Friday, Feb 6th. Call time for students is 4:10 pm. We will play for JV and V boys and should end around 7:45 pm.
6th hour- 6th and 7th grade combined Band
6th hour- 6th and 7th grade combined Band
We have regrouped after our concert and started to get back into fundamental skills building.
7th hour- 6th, 7th, and 8th grade combined Band
7th hour- 6th, 7th, and 8th grade combined Band
We have regrouped after our concert and started to get back into fundamental skills building.
Students needing instruments for Band
Students needing instruments for Band
Students who are in need of an instrument for band have received the letter that is attached below. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Click Here to access the Palen Rental Instrument Site. You can choose a free home delivery of instrument or free ship to store.
https://www.palenmusic.com/pages/musical-instrument-rental-rent-your-instrument-online
Click Here to access the Valley Park online Store for instrument supplies such as reeds, valve oil, flip folders, instrument brushes/cleaning supplies.
https://www.palenmusic.com/collections/valleypark
Click Here to access the Palen Music online Store for 6th grade beginning band book.
https://www.palenmusic.com/products/essential-elements-for-band-book-1
instrument rental information fall 2023.pdfMusic Website Information
Music Website Information
CLICK HERE to access the official Valley Park Band Website. General information is provided on the website for the public, whereas weekly updates will be provided in this newsletter only to families of VP band students.
Calendar of Events 2025-2026
Calendar of Events 2025-2026
Basketball Games - Pep Band
Basketball Games - Pep Band
Basketball season is in full swing and all 8-12th grade students are required to attend the four basketball games as outlined in the calendar of events. The students have been enjoying pizza together before the games and rock out for both the JV and varsity boys basketball games.
Our next game is on Friday, February, 6th. Call time for students is 4:10 pm. The estimated end time of the final game should be around 7:45 pm.
Our final game is Tuesday, February 10th. Call time is 4:10 pm. The estimated end time of the final game should be around 7:45 pm.
Google Classroom Assignment Calendars for each class
Google Classroom Assignment Calendars for each class
Contact Ms. Porter if you have any questions. lporter@vpschools.org
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