Grapevine Mustang Band
Feb 25, 2022
Good afternoon Mustang Band!
- Our Uptempo is going well, we have raised over $34,000 so far with 2 weeks left in the campaign. Please continue to share and advocate for the Mustang Band to help us hit our next goal of $35,000!
- Fall 2022 Band Placement Audition is below--everyone except for seniors are required to submit an audition.
- Solo Contest Info Below.
- The band calendar at grapevinehsband.com is your one-stop shop for all dates and times.
- Join the 2021-22 Remind! Info below. Everyone needs to join the Remind.
- All band fees should be paid in full. Please refer to the Band Fee Payment document for more information. Please note: if you are paying through PayPal and do not send the payment directly to treasurer@grapevinehsband.com, the processing fees will be charged to your Charms account.
- Lessons are available for all members of the band program. Please go to https://www.grapevinehsband.com/private-lessons.html and set up lessons if you have not already.
- "Transcend" tumblers are available. Email fundraising@grapevinehsband.com to secure yours! We only have a limited number left!
- All Families can raise funds for their individual band account NOW with the Scrip Fundraiser. See below for details.
- Band Placement Auditions
- Masterclasses
- 4:30-7:30pm - Wind Ensemble
Tuesday -
- Band Placement Auditions
- 8:00-9:36am - Wind Ensemble
- 3:04-4:30pm - Honors Band
- 5:00-8:00pm - Winter Guard
Wednesday -
- Band Placement Auditions DUE
- PSAT DAY
- 3:00-4:30pm - Honors Band
Thursday -
- 8:00am - Wind Ensemble
- 3:00-4:30pm - Honors Band
- 5:00-8:00pm - Winter Guard
Friday -
- 8:00am - Wind Ensemble
- 3:00-4:30pm - Honors Band
- 4:00-5:00pm - Wind Ensemble Trumpets Masterclass
- 5:00-8:00pm - Winter Guard
Saturday -
- Solos Entry Form must be completed
- Copies of solos AND piano parts (with measures numbered) must be turned in to Ms. Irby by Mar. 25th
- Rehearsals with your piano accompanist will begin in April (schedule will be posted soon)
- Each student will pay $40 for their piano accompanist (into the band safe)
- Check your rehearsal times HERE!
As you may have heard, Mustang Guard had a great first NTCA Competition, achieving 4th place in their very competitive round and 6th out of 25 units in their class. You will want to see this live!! So mark your calendars for our next competition on Saturday, March 5th at Seguin High School. ITINERARY HERE.
Volunteer and help the guard! We need more parents to join the great crew we had for our first competition, please follow the Signup Genius link for volunteer opportunities. Remember, volunteer hours are available for students who sign up. Transportation and ticket to the show is included for volunteers!
Show your support by ordering a 2022 Mustang Winter Guard show shirt from their production entitled ASCENSION. All standard adult sizing, long sleeve, heather royal blue, priced at $25 each. We accept cash, check, and venmo. Feel free to share this order info with any friends and family that may be interested! All orders are due by Sun, March 6th at 11:59pm.
Order your 2022 Ascension shirt here!
For more information, please visit: https://www.grapevinehsband.com/color-guard.html
Pearl Corporation Announces Opening of 2022 Scholarship Applications
Nashville, TN - Pearl Corporation announces the opening of its second annual college scholarship, "Musicians Making A Difference", which will award two $5,000 scholarships totaling $10,000 to high school musicians who have demonstrated the ability to impact change in themselves, their community, and those around them.
"This scholarship has been instrumental in getting me off to a great start in college - not only financially but by boosting my confidence and showing me that persistence and dedication truly make a difference. I feel so honored to have been one of the first two students awarded this scholarship, and it fills me with pride to be recognized for my efforts in the field of music,” said Isabel Michaelides, one of two inaugural winners of last year’s scholarship.
A diverse panel of Pearl staff and artists will select recipients based on a student's contributions to their community and not their playing or vocal ability. The scholarship's objective is to reward and inspire the youth who will shape tomorrow.
This year's application deadline is Friday, April 15.
To learn more and apply for this scholarship, please visit:
As we prepare for the 22-23 Band Season, the boosters are in need of 1 or 2 volunteers to head up the Uniform’s Position for the Band. This position would benefit from 2 volunteers, one working on communications and the other organizing the uniforms. If you possess one or both of these personality abilities, please contact me (Kristin Pratt) or another booster board member.
In the past 4 years, since I’ve been in this position, I have thoroughly enjoyed being able to get to know the kids individually, watching them mature as young adults and seeing the positive effects that music has on these young souls. Please mindfully consider this opportunity for next year.
Start Raising Money NOW!
Stay Connected
Here are the links to stay connected!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrapevineMustangBand
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ghsmustangband
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grapevinehsbandFB Grapevine Mustang Band Parent Page : https://www.facebook.com/groups/2772812576066464/
CHARMS
Students/Parents should login and update their CHARMS information. This is our primary form of communication, and it is important to have accurate information.
If you have any questions, or have trouble logging in to your account, please contact Ms. Irby. (brooke.irby@gcisd.net)
Charms Link
REMIND
All students and parents must join the Remind Groups. We use Remind to communicate quickly during events and will only send out messages that are important for everyone. Visit the band website for details.
PayPal
You may pay for your child’s fees easily with a credit card using a Pay Pal account. To use this feature, click on the “Finances” button then choose the “Make A Trip Payment” button. If you have not set up a Pay Pal account, you will be given an option to do so. Choose to pay using your credit card, debit card, or bank account. Make secure purchases without revealing your credit card number or financial information to the GHS Band or the CHARMS system. PayPal offers one of the safest platforms for online commerce with fraud rates at a fraction of those of typical e-commerce offerings. PayPal offers ease and flexibility, accepting all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express), as well as all major debit cards and direct transfers. Please be aware that there is a fee to pay by credit card.
Grapevine Mustang Band
Email: james.rees@gcisd.net
Website: grapevinehsband.com
Location: 3223 Mustang Drive, Grapevine, TX, USA
Phone: 8172515249