Weekly Update - 9/26
EASTON AREA HS INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
This Week's Edition:
- Weekly Schedule
- Thank You - First Flags
- Uniform Contracts Reminder - PAST DUE
- Chamber Strings & Jazz Band auditions
- Marching Band Photo Orders
- Band Senior Night Information - Parents & Guardians
- NEW - Did someone say Orange???
- NEW - Volunteers needed to hem uniforms
- ENDS Monday 9/27 - Marching Band Uniform Pillow Sale
- Reminder - Band Uniform Dry Cleaning Information

Weekly Schedule (September 26 - October 2, 2021)
- Uniform Pillow Sale Ends
- Chamber String Auditions, 3:00pm
- Orchestra, WE, Jazz Uniform Fittings 5:30 - 8:30pm
Tuesday, September 28
- MB Rehearsal 3:00 - 5:00pm
Wednesday, September 29
- Chamber String Auditions, 3:00pm
Thursday, September 30
- MB Rehearsal 3:00 - 5:00pm
Friday, October 1
- Orchestra Uniforms Contracts Due
- Home football vs. William Allen- report to Cottingham 5:30pm (Band Senior Night)
Next Week
Monday, October 4
- Fall Choir Concert, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Tuesday, October 5
- Marching Band Rehearsal, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Wednesday, October 6
- Jazz Band Auditions, 5:00 - 8:00pm
Thursday, October 7
- Marching Band Rehearsal, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Friday, October 8
- Half Day of School
- Jazz Band Auditions, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Saturday, October 9
- Away Game @ Bethlehem Catholic - meet @ EAHS 1pm; bus departs 1:15pm
Stay up to date by viewing our online calendar on our website!

Upcoming Events
THANK YOU - FIRST FLAG BAND FESTIVAL
The purpose of last night's festival was to recognize and highlight the accomplishments of all students involved. Thank you for your continued support.
A huge thank you to Jennifer Martellucci for organizing the program books published last night and to Rhonda Gillespie for organizing the event and all of the logistics that go along with it. Last night was entirely run by volunteers - it is amazing what we can accomplish together.
For those who purchased candy grams for your EAHS student, they will be distributed tomorrow during the day. Guard students can stop by at any point during the day to pick up their candy gram or else they will be distributed to them on Tuesday.
Below is a link of the halftime show from last night:
Uniform Contracts - PAST DUE
All uniform contracts are past due. Please return uniform contracts and payments to Mrs. Niosi and Mrs. Martyak.
- Air out band jackets and ensure they are safely hung on the large black hanger.
- Sweat collars should be removed from the inside top of the jacket and washed by hand with dish soap.
- White gloves can also be washed by hand with dish soap and hung to dry.
- If your band jacket or black pants are wrinkled, please carefully use a steamer.
- All black pants should be hung on the hanger by first matching up the bottom of the pants ensuring the creases are on the outside corners.
- All students were also asked to write their initials on the inside of their white band shoes.
Thank you for your wonderful support in keeping your uniforms looking SHARP!
Contact Mrs. Niosi or Mrs. Martyak with all uniforms questions or repairs at uniforms@eahsmusic.org.

Band Senior Night - Parent/ Guardian Information
Please see the document here that outlines important information for you as parents & guardians in order to make this evening a success.
As a reminder, all individuals who are walking out during halftime must be by the end zone with 6:00 left in the 2nd quarter so we can make sure all is organized before the recognition.
Seniors will receive a rose to wear throughout the evening as a way of recognizing their accomplishments.
I look forward to sharing this night with all of our seniors.
Mr. Ballentine
Jazz Band & Chamber String Auditions
Chamber Strings auditions will take place this week on Monday, 9/27 and Wednesday, 9/29.
Jazz Band auditions will take place the week of October 04.
All information regarding these opportunities can be found on the instrumental music library doors.
Thank you -
Did Someone Say Orange??
Orchestra/ WE/ Jazz Uniform - Volunteers Needed!!!
Marching Band Photo Order Form
All orders are shipped directly to your home address.
Thank you!

Fundraising
Marching Band Uniform Pillows - ENDS MONDAY!!
Sale ends Monday, 9/27!
We present the best way to honor our current and past marching band students by providing the opportunity to own a piece of our history! We have created pillows using the uniforms that were worn from 2000 to 2020. This is a perfect graduation gift or holiday gift for any individuals that have or are currently paving the way for the “Beast from the East!” There is a limited stock available and will be sold on a first come, first served basis. This fundraiser benefits the Instrumental Music Program and will be completed in time for the holidays!
Order yours today! https://eahsmusic.org/general/marching-band-uniform-pillows/

Other News
Uniform Update: DRY CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each band member to keep his or her uniform clean and in excellent condition.
It is important that the band present an excellent appearance at ALL times.
Uniforms are to be DRY CLEANED ONLY.
The white sweat collars inside the Band Jacket, Honor Guard Jacket, and Drum Major Jacket should be removed and hand washed after each performance. Do not use bleach. White gloves are to be worn at each performance. These can be machine-washed and hung to dry. Additional pairs of gloves can be purchased for $3.00.
We have selected Lehigh Valley Dry Cleaners who can guarantee us that the whites will stay white and not turn gray. EVERYONE MUST USE THIS DRY CLEANER.
Please Note: DO NOT USE OVER THE COUNTER HOME DRY CLEANING KITS.
LEHIGH VALLEY DRY CLEANERS - 3 LOCATIONS
PALMER -- Wm. Penn Plaza Shopping Center, Wm. Penn Hwy, Easton -- 610-258-8988
EASTON – Northwood Corner Nazareth Rd. Easton – 610-253-9161
HECKTOWN -- 193 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem -- 610-759-5600
PRICES – Lehigh Valley Dry provides us with a 10% discount. Always mention that you are in the Easton High School Band to receive your discount. Separate pieces will be accepted to be cleaned at the same discount. Uniforms should be cleaned as often as needed.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
SASHES: Use a professional dry cleaner; do not use steam or press.
Please note: only take the sashes to the dry cleaner when they are dirty. This will prolong the life of the sash. You may spot clean sashes with Ivory soap and water.
BLACK PANTS: Make sure to properly hang pants after each performance. DO NOT IRON!
Please contact Mrs. Niosi or Mrs. Martyak with questions regarding uniforms.
PMEA D10 Band & Orchestra Auditions
Auditions take place on Saturday, December 04, 2021. To view the solo lists & see more information about the requirements, please visit the PMEA D10 website.