Notes from the Band Room
Fall 2019
Flyer Jazz Band Auditions
Jazz Band auditions will be held on Monday, September 16. A sign-up sheet will be posted in the band room.
The Jazz Band will rehearse every Monday from 3:05 until 4:05 beginning October 7. We are looking for band/orchestra members who play sax, trumpet, trombone, guitar, bass, piano and drum set.
ILMEA (Jr. Band/Jazz Festival) Auditions
ILMEA auditions will be held on Saturday, September 21 at Northbrook Jr. High.
PLEASE EMAIL MRS. REATHERFORD BY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 if you are planning to audition for ILMEA
*If you have NO idea what this is, do not worry :)
Private Lessons
A deep thought with Mrs. Reatherford: The best way to get better on your instrument is to PLAY your instrument MORE often. One way to play more is to get private lessons. If that is something you're interested in, then check out this list our District 34 directors have compiled:
All-Illinois Junior Band
Speaking of private lessons... if you already take them and are looking for an additional challenge, check out AIJB (All-Illinois Junior Band). You need to prepare music, record yourself (I'll help!) and I will submit it for you.
If you make it, it's an overnight at the University of Illinois!
Please email Mrs. Reatherford if you are interested in auditioning.
Help wanted!
We have been asked to perform at "Kids Day" at the Glenview Farmers Market on the morning of Saturday, September 21st. If you'd like to play, please add your name to this form.
Supplies for Band
Over the summer we changed our preferred vendor for band instruments/supplies. If you are currently renting your instrument, make sure to keep the ID tag on it so I can contact the correct store for repairs.
If you need to order anything new, you are welcome to go to your rental location, or order online from our new vendor (they will deliver straight to Attea for you).