VHS Band Weekly Newsletter
2018-2019 Week 14
Band Director Letter
When Bass is away, the students will PLAY, their instruments.
This week is different than others. Even though I will not be in this week, I still expect everyone to do as they are told and practice, practice, practice.
PLEASE READ THIS NEWSLETTER! SINCE MR. BASS WILL NOT BE IN, YOU WILL NEED TO GRAB INFO FROM THIS NEWSLETTER.
Students, CLICK HERE to let me know that you have read the newsletter in it's entirety.
Announcents
Winter Guard Tryouts
UPDATE: If you are auditioning, make sure to grab a Tryout Packet from the band room after school today. IT MUST BE FILLED OUT AND BROUGHT BACK ON TUESDAY.
Auditions will be on Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 from 3:15 PM - 6:00 PM.
The rehearsal schedule consists of:
Practices (from 3:15 PM - 6:00 PM):
November - 16, 27, 30
December - 4, 11, 14, 18
January - 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
February - 1, 5, 8, 12, 15
Saturday Practices: 1/5, 1/26, 2/2 - Times TBA
MPA - Saturday 2/16 - Times TBA
There will be an Optimist performance in Februrary before MPA. This date and time is still being determined.
EVERYTHING IS MANDATORY
Playoff Games
We have made it to Football Playoffs! Technically, marching season is done, but you may volunteer to participate in the pep band. In order for us to participate, I will need a minimum of 30 students to be present. The next playoff game is Friday, November 16th, 2018. In order to sign up, please click on the link below no later than Tuesday, November 13th, 2018:
Students will have to provide their own transportation to the game. No buses will be provided. Also, since this is not a required event, we will not provide free food for 3rd quarter breaks. Students will be required to wear their gray VHS shirt and jeans. If it is cold, students can wear warmer clothes under the shirts. Students will need to report to Booster no later than 6:30 PM.
If parents want to volunteer, they have to have volunteer paperwork turned into the school. This is a state run event, not Vanguard run, so we have to follow very strict rules. Parents will need to fill out the link below no later than Wednesday, November 14th, 2018.
You will not be able to enter the game for free if you are not participating with the band. There is absolutely NO EXCEPTIONS!
Cookie Dough Fundraiser
Upcoming Events
Monday, November 12th, 2018
NO ZERO PERIOD - BASS VACATION
3:30 - 5:30 - Jazz Band Practice, led by Rey Moncadea
Tuesday, November 13th, 2018
Zero Period run by John Miller
3:15 - 6:00 PM - Winter Guard Tryouts
Wednesday, November 14th, 2018
NO ZERO PERIOD - BASS VACATION
Nothing after school
Thursday, November 15th, 2018
Zero Period run by John Miller
Nothing After School
Friday, November 16th, 2018
NO ZERO PERIOD - BASS VACATION
3:15 PM - Winter Guard Practice
6:30 PM - Playoff Game @ Booster Stadium
Fundraisers
Cookie Dough Fundraiser
All orders AND money will be due by Friday, November 16th, 2018. Unfortunately, due to Thanksgiving Break, we cannot accept any late orders. If the order is not submitted, we will not process any late forms.
Honors & Awards
Breezin' Thru Theory
For parents, Breezin' Thru Theory is a web-based education system that teaches students music theory. These are the skills needed to make reading and performing music easier. In three months, our students have already gained a higher understanding of how to read music. By the end of the year, I expect our students to achieve great things with their musical abilities!
Birthdays
11/13 - Ashley B.
"Did you know?"
High school music students on a fre and/or reduced lunch price program averaged 41 points higher on SAT Math and 50 points higher on SAT Verbal thans students with no music credits.
Source: https://cfaefl.org/media/1213/music-and-academics-advocacy-brochure-jan-2018.pdf
Thank You
Upcoming Assignments
Breezin' Thru Theory
Drills Due
Chapter 6 Drills due (7 drills) - 11/26/2018
55 drills completed - 11/7/18
Tests
Ch. 6 - 11/27/18
Playing Tests
Will resume after marching season