
Weekly Cadence
November 22, 2023
Here is everything you need to know about the Franklin Central Bands program right now.
Schedule at a Glance
Sync the Calendar to your phone!
*If you are experiencing issues with your calendar synching, we recommend to un-sync and re-sync your calendar every once in a while to make sure your calendar is up-to-date.
EVENTS
Two Down Three to Go!
Thank you to all of our volunteers that have made our first two events a success. We have three more events to host this winter. Please be on the watch for an email to share an update on your "volunteer balance". Remember, unless you purchased the buyout option, all MB families are required to work 4 shifts at a hosted event. (Chaperoning, props, car wash, etc., do not count toward the volunteer commitment.)
WINTER ENSEMBLES
Percussion Symphony
IPA Clinic Day - REGISTER NOW!
What: IPA Clinic Day
When: Saturday, December 2 - 11am-5pm
Where: Plainfield Middle School
Who: Open to all Junior high and high school students - winds and percussion
Cost: $20 pre-registration or $25 at the door - visit www.indianapercussion.org to purchase tickets
(Students should register individually via the link on this website.)
Clinic Tracks
Clinicians include:
*BYOS - Ralph Nader and Harvey Thompson
*Jeff Ausdemore - Composer, Clinician, Consultant https://www.ausdemore.com/
*Chelsea Levine - Seavine
*Marcus Hawkins - Percussion Designer/Director
*Dr. Lane Summerlin - Cavaliers/Rhythm X
*Tony Cook - Avon High School Percussion
*Sarah Huffman - Visual Designer/Consultant
I&E Competition
Once again, students will have the opportunity to perform a solo or ensemble piece and be evaluated by a quality adjudicator.
Categories: Snare Drum, Tenors, Keyboard, Timpani, and Percussion Ensemble.
When: December 2nd - throughout the day 11am-4pm (part of the IPA Clinic Day)
Participant Fees
$12 - Solo
$8 - per ensemble member
A $12 registration fee must accompany each individual entry. The ensemble registration fee ($8 per student) must be entered by one representative of the ensemble. For example, a five-member ensemble will be $40 submitted by the group leader or section leader. Participation fees are non-refundable.
Eligibility
Any high school or full-time undergraduate university student may enter. The participating student must be in good standing within the IPA, inc. IPA reserves the right to allow students not to perform at the Individual and Ensemble.
Registration for both Clinic Day and I&E can be found on the IPA website at www.indianapercussion.org
Winter Guard
Stay tuned for updates!
Show Bands
Students participating in our show bands, Electric Mayhem and Static Havoc can find their rehearsal & performance times are on the choir calendar, fcchoirs.org. For calendar sync instructions click here.
CONCERT BANDS
Winter Concert
Tuesday, November 28, 7pm
This event includes all band classes EXCEPT Wind Ensemble.OBOE Students
Oboe Event at Ball State on December 3!
On Sunday, December 3, 2023, the Ball State University School of Music, Dr. Lisa Kozenko, and the BSU Oboe Studio will be presenting the 2023 Oboe Marathon from 12pm to 8 pm. You are all cordially invited to this enriching event!
Matt Sullivan, known for his significant contributions to the world of oboe, his tenure as Director of Woodwind Studies at both NYU and Princeton, and advocacy for modern oboe techniques, will give two master classes.
- Do you have orchestral excerpts or solo and ensemble music you'd like to play for Matt Sullivan?
- Interested in making an oboe reed with the BSU Oboe Studio?
- Have an ISSMA solo or upcoming audition material for which you’d like feedback?
This day promises to be a fantastic opportunity to play, learn, network with fellow oboists, and so much more!
Please click on the following link to register:
Sounds of the Season Live Stream
Good afternoon!
'Sounds of the Season' is sold out! Occasionally, some guests will return a few tickets the day of the concert, but we should not rely on this practice to attend the performances. Regardless, we have a way for everyone, anywhere in the world, to watch the show!
We are offering a livestream during all 6 shows. This service is provided by Zach Rosing Productions based in Indianapolis. Each show is available for viewing; however, you will only be able to watch the performance live. This is NOT a recording...it is LIVE TV!
Check our www.fcchoirs.org or scan the QR code to purchase your livestream link. The livestream cost is $20 per performance. To be clear, it will cost $20 to livestream each individual show. Once again, this is a LIVESTREAM and not a recording. You will NOT be able to rewatch the performance or save them for a future viewing.
MARCHING BAND
Band Fees
Marching Band Families,
At this time, All MB accounts should be paid in full. Final payment was due October 1. All accounts must be brought within 60 days as of December 1st to participate in a winter ensemble. Only exceptions are those that have discussed, have had approved, and are paying into a payment plan. If you are not current with your band payments, or you have questions about your account, please reach out to George Hewitt, Band Boosters Treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org.
The final round of invoices for those with a past due balance will be sent by the end of the week. All recent credits (winter flowers and RaiseRight) have been added to accounts and are available to view/use. Please remember that credits will not appear on invoices and are not automatically applied to accounts; if you wish for a credit to be applied, this must be done manually (for assistance, please see video linked below).
Helpful Videos to find your account, make a payment and/or apply booster credits:
How to Navigate to your Booster Hub Account
Payment Methods
- Deposit Box
- White Box on wall next to band office door
- Cash/Check/Money Orders Accepted
- Checks payable to "FC Band Boosters"
- Include your student's name with the payment.
- Mail
- Mail To: Franklin Central Band Boosters, PO Box 39029, Indianapolis, IN 46239
- Cash/Check/Money Orders Accepted
- Include your student's name with the payment.
- Online Payment
- Visit "FCBands.org"
- Select "Store"
- Select Appropriate Fee or "Fees - Custom Amount"
- PRO TIP: We can now process automatic payments through our website! Reach out to our treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org for more information!
FUNDRAISING
Coffee & Tea Fundraiser
We are extending our Coffee & Tea Fundraiser until November 30! This fundraiser's earnings will benefit the entire band program, let's make it a good one!
PLEASE share our Facebook post so we can reach the most people possible!
Get a head start on Christmas shopping! Purchase coffee or tea today and support Franklin Central Bands.
Payment & Order Deadline (Online orders only):
- Online Orders & Online Payment Due: Midnight of November 30, 2023
Online Order Details:
- The FC Band program will earn 40% of your purchase.
- Students/parents may collect orders utilizing the paper order form, if they wish. All orders must then be entered online.
- Orders will arrive approximately 2 weeks after the deadline.
Item Delivery:
Students will pick up orders to distribute to their supporters.
Fundraiser offered through Giving Bean.
Student Benefactors
The FC Bands would like to share a new way to support your band students! Now, in our FC Bands Store, is the option to become a student benefactor!
As the holiday season approaches, friends and family may now consider giving the gift of experience by contributing to a student’s band fees. Participation in extracurricular activities such as band, has many benefits for teenagers. In addition to learning the priceless skills of playing an instrument, students learn life skills such as responsibility, accountability, time management and working as part of a team. That being said, participating in such an amazing program comes with fees. Becoming a student benefactor allows anyone to support a student by contributing to their account directly.
This year, instead of just another gift card, consider this option as a fantastic gift for your active band student!
Become a Student Benefactor, click here https://fcbands.org/store/1919/8892
Also, we are always accepting new sponsors! If you, or someone you know, own a business and would like more information on the benefits of becoming a band sponsor click here, or contact us at sponsor@fcbands.org. (The FC Band Boosters are a 501(c)(3) designated charity)
Franklin Central Band Sponsors
Thank you to our current sponsors!
Background Checks
Reminder for all parents and volunteers! ⭐
Please make sure you have a SafeVisitor background check on file with FTCSC. A cleared background check is required for all of our volunteers. Background Checks are good for 2 years.
To complete a background check: https://ftcsc.org/safevisitor/
General Fundraising
RaiseRight™
Mark your calendar—extra earnings are coming soon! Starting November 25, shop two weeks of bonuses on physical AND eGift cards, plus daily surprise flash bonuses.
Learn More: https://bit.ly/DazzleDays2023
Find our enrollment code on FCbands.org or contact Jessica Lee at vicepresident@fcbands.org with any questions! This is an easy way to earn extra funds for your student account.
Kroger Community Rewards
It's easy to sign up and start earning for the band. Ask your friends, parents, cousins, aunts, uncles... everyone you know to sign up as well!
Log in to your Kroger account and search for our organization:
Organization Name: Band Boosters Club of Franklin Central H. S. Inc.
Organization Code: 10100
FAQs
We're starting a new section here where you can submit your questions and we will answer them! Just remember, there's no such thing as a silly question - most likely, we have all had the same question in the past! Have a question you'd like to submit? Email us here!