I'm just writing with a few reminders about this week in marching band. First, we have our next football game performance this Thursday evening at 7:00 PM. This time, we'll be meeting at the fields across from the high school at 4:45 PM for a warm-up and run-throughs rehearsal. This rehearsal should last approximately 45 minutes, leaving about an hour for students to get dressed and get something to eat before meeting at Anderson MS (in the courtyard) at 6:30 PM. Don't forget to be in full uniform!
Second, as I've told the band several times, there is NO invitational this weekend. Because the scheduled invitational took place during the Jewish holiday, it was moved to this past weekend (which I thought was a little early in the school year). Therefore, again, there is NO invitational this weekend.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009
Band Camp Reminders
Hello marching band students and parents,
I'm writing with some important reminders for the upcoming band camp week. Please read each item and write back if you have questions or concerns.
--Please remember that band camp begins on SUNDAY NIGHT from 6-9 PM, not Monday morning. Please arrive 10 minutes early to Hurley field and meet near the baseball diamond (the field is in use from 6-7). You will NOT need instruments this evening. We'll have water and snacks, but please eat an early dinner before the rehearsal.
--Please remember that during the week this year, we are starting at 8 AM, not 9 AM like we usually do. That means you'll need to arrive 10 minutes early on those mornings, also.
--The parking lot at Anderson is torn up and, unfortunately, will be for most or all of the week. You will be able to park a car at the Rec Center around the corner or out on the streets around the school. Students should consider carpooling or getting dropped off when possible.
--During the week, students must provide their own lunch. You can either bring a lunch, or go out to lunch with your section.
--It will be hot and sunny. Please remember sunscreen, a big water bottle that you can refill, and a hat/sunglasses.
--We will have some evening activities, including our annual movie night in the BHS auditorium on Tuesday (time TBA), and a party at the Huntington Woods Rec Center on Wednesday evening (time TBA). Everyone should attend if possible, as these are really fun parts of the week.
--On Thursday, August 20, there is a big 4-way football scrimmage at Hurley field, all day long. As a result, we'll be having band camp at BHS that day. Details will be forthcoming throughout the week.
--On Friday, we will perform a show for parents on Friday at noon. Following the performance, please join us for a potluck meal. On Monday, I'll pass out a flyer that asks different sections in the band to bring in certain food. If we all chip in a little, we'll have a really nice get together to celebrate our week.
I can't wait to see you all on Sunday night. Our drum majors attended camp in Illinois and are primed to lead the band (especially senior drum major Umberto Fournier, who earned the "First Class" award). We have 4 excellent coaches coming in to work with us. Our numbers are up from previous years. Simply put, we are going to have a great time.
Remember, we start on SUNDAY night at 6 PM. See you soon!
Sincerely,
Mr. Shaw
I'm writing with some important reminders for the upcoming band camp week. Please read each item and write back if you have questions or concerns.
--Please remember that band camp begins on SUNDAY NIGHT from 6-9 PM, not Monday morning. Please arrive 10 minutes early to Hurley field and meet near the baseball diamond (the field is in use from 6-7). You will NOT need instruments this evening. We'll have water and snacks, but please eat an early dinner before the rehearsal.
--Please remember that during the week this year, we are starting at 8 AM, not 9 AM like we usually do. That means you'll need to arrive 10 minutes early on those mornings, also.
--The parking lot at Anderson is torn up and, unfortunately, will be for most or all of the week. You will be able to park a car at the Rec Center around the corner or out on the streets around the school. Students should consider carpooling or getting dropped off when possible.
--During the week, students must provide their own lunch. You can either bring a lunch, or go out to lunch with your section.
--It will be hot and sunny. Please remember sunscreen, a big water bottle that you can refill, and a hat/sunglasses.
--We will have some evening activities, including our annual movie night in the BHS auditorium on Tuesday (time TBA), and a party at the Huntington Woods Rec Center on Wednesday evening (time TBA). Everyone should attend if possible, as these are really fun parts of the week.
--On Thursday, August 20, there is a big 4-way football scrimmage at Hurley field, all day long. As a result, we'll be having band camp at BHS that day. Details will be forthcoming throughout the week.
--On Friday, we will perform a show for parents on Friday at noon. Following the performance, please join us for a potluck meal. On Monday, I'll pass out a flyer that asks different sections in the band to bring in certain food. If we all chip in a little, we'll have a really nice get together to celebrate our week.
I can't wait to see you all on Sunday night. Our drum majors attended camp in Illinois and are primed to lead the band (especially senior drum major Umberto Fournier, who earned the "First Class" award). We have 4 excellent coaches coming in to work with us. Our numbers are up from previous years. Simply put, we are going to have a great time.
Remember, we start on SUNDAY night at 6 PM. See you soon!
Sincerely,
Mr. Shaw
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Are you bored?
If so, watch this:
http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/07/31/bobby-mcferrin-at-the-world-science-festival/
Students: this has to do with what we do in class, when I ask you to hear the pitch in your head before you play (audiation).
Maybe we'll try this someday this year...
http://popwatch.ew.com/2009/07/31/bobby-mcferrin-at-the-world-science-festival/
Students: this has to do with what we do in class, when I ask you to hear the pitch in your head before you play (audiation).
Maybe we'll try this someday this year...
Monday, July 27, 2009
Calendar Updates
Hello marching band students and parents,
Today is July 27, which means a few things for the marching band. First, we have a music-only rehearsal this Wednesday from 9:30 AM to noon in the BHS band room. I hope to see as many people as possible. Second, we have only three weeks until the start of band camp at Hurley Field. I’m getting very excited to see everyone and start the process of putting together our “Michael Jackson” show. It’s certainly strange what can occur in the world between selecting a show in April and performing it in the fall.
The reason for this email is to alert everyone to a few changes on the calendar. These changes do not affect football games performances, only the fall indoor concerts. The district has been working on a new way of organizing the main calendar. As a result, dates on the original marching band information packet had to be selected before the scheduling process had completed, and thus have changed slightly.
Here are the changes:
--The indoor marching concert scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 20th has been moved to Wednesday, Oct. 21st.
--The marching band lock-in scheduled for Friday, Oct. 23rd has been canceled for that date (there is no school that day for students); every effort will be made to reschedule for a different day.
--The Winter band concert scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 15th has been rescheduled for Thursday, Dec. 17th.
One addition to the calendar is the OPTIONAL field trip to Ann Arbor for the University of Michigan’s “Band-O-Rama” concert. This is a great evening and it is usually very well attended. This concert will occur on Saturday, Oct. 31st (Halloween) at Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor. We take buses from BHS and enjoy dinner beforehand. Please add this to your calendar and consider attending.
Can’t wait to see you all soon!
Bears!
Mr. Shaw
Today is July 27, which means a few things for the marching band. First, we have a music-only rehearsal this Wednesday from 9:30 AM to noon in the BHS band room. I hope to see as many people as possible. Second, we have only three weeks until the start of band camp at Hurley Field. I’m getting very excited to see everyone and start the process of putting together our “Michael Jackson” show. It’s certainly strange what can occur in the world between selecting a show in April and performing it in the fall.
The reason for this email is to alert everyone to a few changes on the calendar. These changes do not affect football games performances, only the fall indoor concerts. The district has been working on a new way of organizing the main calendar. As a result, dates on the original marching band information packet had to be selected before the scheduling process had completed, and thus have changed slightly.
Here are the changes:
--The indoor marching concert scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 20th has been moved to Wednesday, Oct. 21st.
--The marching band lock-in scheduled for Friday, Oct. 23rd has been canceled for that date (there is no school that day for students); every effort will be made to reschedule for a different day.
--The Winter band concert scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 15th has been rescheduled for Thursday, Dec. 17th.
One addition to the calendar is the OPTIONAL field trip to Ann Arbor for the University of Michigan’s “Band-O-Rama” concert. This is a great evening and it is usually very well attended. This concert will occur on Saturday, Oct. 31st (Halloween) at Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor. We take buses from BHS and enjoy dinner beforehand. Please add this to your calendar and consider attending.
Can’t wait to see you all soon!
Bears!
Mr. Shaw
Monday, June 29, 2009
Welcome Back to the BHS Marching Band!
Ladies and gentleman,
Welcome back. It may have only been about 2 weeks, but I'm hoping to see as many of you as possible on Wednesday for our first rehearsal. I want to clarify a few things about this rehearsal and the parade to follow on Saturday:
1) The first hour of the rehearsal will be spent on the show music for the fall. To make this work well, I need you to be at the bandroom 10-15 minutes early so that you can find your seat, do a brief warm-up and be ready to go at 9:30 AM. Anyone should attend, even if you can't make the parade on Saturday.
2) The second 1 1/2 - 2 hours will be spent preparing for the Huntington Woods July 4th parade. Since it's Motown themed, and to kick off commemorating MIchael Jackson (which we'll of course, now, be doing all fall), come prepared to play "I Want You Back." Hopefully this was in your packets that you received at the end of the year--veterans of the band may also have it memorized, of course. We will do the basics of parade marching, work on the piece, and should be done between 12:00 and 12:30 PM. Again, this is only for people who are marching in the parade--if you're in town, please come, we need you!!
3) We'll talk more about exactly where to meet up on Saturday the 4th, what time, what to wear, etc. at the rehearsal. Don't forget to have a flip-folder, plastic page holders, and a lyre ready for this Wednesday's rehearsal--without it, you will be unable to march!
The last thing I want you all to know is how excited I am to see you. This year's marching band has so much potential, it's scary.
Can't wait to you see in your chairs at 9:15 AM on Wednesday,
Mr. Shaw
Welcome back. It may have only been about 2 weeks, but I'm hoping to see as many of you as possible on Wednesday for our first rehearsal. I want to clarify a few things about this rehearsal and the parade to follow on Saturday:
1) The first hour of the rehearsal will be spent on the show music for the fall. To make this work well, I need you to be at the bandroom 10-15 minutes early so that you can find your seat, do a brief warm-up and be ready to go at 9:30 AM. Anyone should attend, even if you can't make the parade on Saturday.
2) The second 1 1/2 - 2 hours will be spent preparing for the Huntington Woods July 4th parade. Since it's Motown themed, and to kick off commemorating MIchael Jackson (which we'll of course, now, be doing all fall), come prepared to play "I Want You Back." Hopefully this was in your packets that you received at the end of the year--veterans of the band may also have it memorized, of course. We will do the basics of parade marching, work on the piece, and should be done between 12:00 and 12:30 PM. Again, this is only for people who are marching in the parade--if you're in town, please come, we need you!!
3) We'll talk more about exactly where to meet up on Saturday the 4th, what time, what to wear, etc. at the rehearsal. Don't forget to have a flip-folder, plastic page holders, and a lyre ready for this Wednesday's rehearsal--without it, you will be unable to march!
The last thing I want you all to know is how excited I am to see you. This year's marching band has so much potential, it's scary.
Can't wait to you see in your chairs at 9:15 AM on Wednesday,
Mr. Shaw
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Two Interesting Sites
Hello all,
As I write this, I'm sitting at the University of Michigan school of music, starting my masters degree in music education. If you're bored, students, here are two cool (I use the term "cool" in the band sort of way) sites for you to peruse:
1) http://www.musictheory.net/trainers/html/id90_en.html (TRAIN YOUR EARS!)
2) http://www.folkways.si.edu/ (AMAZING COLLECTION OF WORLD MUSIC. I LEARNED YESTERDAY HOW TO PLAY SAMBA, MERINGUE, AND MARIACHI FROM THE GUY WHO RUNS THIS WEBSITE FOR THE SMITHSONIAN).
See you all soon...
Monday, June 8, 2009
BHS Graduation Reminder
This is just a reminder for all Symphonic Band students that the bus for graduation will leave BHS at 5:30 PM. Students need to be at BHS in full uniform by 5:10 PM, and must ride home on the bus unless a signed parent note is provided. We should hopefully be back to BHS between 9:30 and 10:00 PM.
Students should plan on turning in their tuxes and dresses Tuesday night after graduation, or by Friday, June 12.
Students should plan on turning in their tuxes and dresses Tuesday night after graduation, or by Friday, June 12.
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