C-Heights Band Updates
February 16, 2022; February is Full!
Solo Performances
Congratulations to ALL of the C-Heights band students on their solo performances! We were really impressed by our students' hard work throughout their preparations and performances. Thank you to all of the volunteers that helped make these successful events!
Students advancing to State level (meaning they received a *1 rating on a Class A piece) will have an option to perform again at UW-Whitewater on Saturday April 30th - more info coming soon.
9th Grade Band & Wind Symphony FIELD TRIP
9th Grade Band & Wind Symphony (CONFIRMED!)
- Thursday February 24 day trip to a UW-Platteville
- Leave around 8:30am and arrive in Sun Prairie at 5pm.
- Cost is $8.75 and is now posted in Infinite Campus, please pay at your earliest convenience
STAY TUNED:
- There will be a UW-Platteville Liability Form coming soon that all students/caregivers will need to sign.
- Additionally, we will send a COVID symptom self-screening that will need to be done before we leave.
Fish fry fundraiser Feb 25
Date: Feb 25
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm (volunteer spots available earlier)
Location: Round Table (1611 N Bristol St), Sun Prairie
Questions: Contact Michelle (608-238-0359 or michelle.perko@gmail.com)
How to help: Sign up here and come enjoy some dinner!
Conferences
*Note - we will not be available until after 5:30pm on Thursday 2/24 due to field trip.
Mrs. Diallo's sign up can be found here
MARCH CONCERT 3/3 - Welcoming Dr. Corey Pompey!
March 3 - C-Heights Band Concerts @ C-Heights auditorium:
- 8th grade bands @ 7 PM (arrive 6:30)
- 9th grade & wind symphony @ 8 PM (arrive 7:30)
MAY CONCERT - DATE CHANGE!
HunterTones - In Concert, March 14
All proceeds help with SOSP Trip to Disney 2022!
Order Tickets: https://bit.ly/SPHuntertones
Huntertones brings people together around the globe with fun, imaginative and fearless music. Their high energy, horn-driven sound features genre bending composition and unconventional covers. Every show is a social experience celebrating the joy of music.
The band formed in Columbus, Ohio and is now based in Brooklyn, NY. They’ve performed in over 20 countries world wide and continue to tour the US and abroad. Huntertones claims more authority than ever as they drive into their 10th year. Their latest release, Time to Play puts listeners in the front seat for a highly collaborative epic musical joyride.
Upcoming Events...
February 18, Sun Prairie Middle School Jazz Festival (6pm Concert @ C-Heights)
February 24 - 9th grade & Wind Symphony field trip (see above)
March 3 - C-Heights Band Concerts @ C-Heights auditorium with Dr. Corey Pompey:
- 8th grade bands @ 7 PM (arrive 6:30)
- 9th grade & wind symphony @ 8 PM (arrive 7:30)
April 4 - Band-O-Rama @ SPHS Field House @7 PM (students arrive 6:30)
April 8 - Swing into Spring Jazz Concert
May 6 - 8th grade bands field trip
May 18 - Spring Concert **NEW DATE**
Ordering Band Supplies (in time for concerts)
Visit Ward Brodt's website to order any band supplies you need. Order what you need and then at check out you can choose school delivery under the shipping section. If you choose school delivery, your supplies will be delivered to Cardinal Heights and we will make sure you get them. If you are unsure what kind of reeds/valve oil/slide grease to purchase, we have attached a list of recommended supplies here.
Band Lesson Academy - openings still available
In the past, many students and families have found value in taking private lessons with amazing professionals on their instrument. Good news - those teachers come right to Cardinal Heights after school on Tuesdays 3:00-900 PM! Information and registration can be found here.
Cardinal Heights School News & Links
Hopefully these links are helpful to find information all in one place. If there's ever other links you would like included, let us know!
Thank you! Looking forward to seeing you all soon. Stay in touch and stay safe!
Mrs. Diallo
8th Grade Bands
Mr. Melrose
9th Grade Band & Wind Symphony