Rice Raven Band Notes
Important Information and Events
Important Updates and Information
Welcome Back!
I hope you had a terrific Winter Break and are looking forward to some great music making in the spring semester to come! There have been some changes to dates and some important updates to information as we head back to school. Please read all of the information in this newsletter. Some will only apply to certain groups of students.
Mr. Tucker
Jazz Band WILL Rehearse This Week
Please be in Room 608 ready to rehearse on Thursday morning at 7:15 AM.
All-Region Jazz Entries Due Thursday, January 9th
All Jazz Band members should audition. Participation for students not in Jazz Band is optional. See Mr. Reyna for more information.
All Percussionists--Middle School Drumline
There will be a make-up meeting for parents who were unable to attend the Plano West Middle School Drumline parent information meeting in December. Parents who were unable to attend can meet in the Plano West SH Band Hall on Wednesday, January 8th, from 6:30-7:00 PM. The Band Hall is located on the north side of Plano West SH near the tennis courts.
8th Grade Cluster Concert This Saturday!
This is a required event for 8th grade students. Click the link for more information and a detailed itinerary: http://www.ricemsband.com/uploads/3/2/1/8/32181425/8th_grade_concert_rehearsal_schedule.pdf
Chamber Recital Date Change
The Chamber Recital Performance for Concert Navy Band, Concert Maroon Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble has been moved from January 15th to Wednesday, January 29th. Entry forms will be available in class and are due by Wednesday, January 15th.
Group Picture Day
January 14th is Group Picture Day. Please wear your band shirt to school for your group photo.
Medieval Times
The Rice Raven Band has a social event planned for Friday, January 31st. We will be going to Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. This is an optional, but very fun, event. Click the link for more information and an order form: http://www.ricemsband.com/uploads/3/2/1/8/32181425/medieval_times_2020.pdf
Beginning Band Woodwinds and Brass
All Beginning Band students except percussionists will need Accent on Achievement Book 2 when you return from spring break. Plan ahead, since stores often run low on stock for those who procrastinate.
Calendar Updates
Our online calendar and a revised hard copy calendar will be completed and distributed by the end of this week.