Plano Band Weekly Announcements
April 29-May 4, 2024
"A man grows most tired while standing still." ~Chinese proverb
THE FOLLOWING PRISM CHAMBER ENSEMBLES MUST BE PRACTICING TWICE A WEEK TO PREPARE FOR THE PRISM CONCERT:
Radke WW Quintet, Salter Sax Quartet, Springer Brass Quintet, Johnson Trombone Quartet, Diffusion Sax Quartet, Westover WW Trio, Tuba/Euph Quartet
2024-2025 PLANO BAND INFORMATION
1. 2024 PLANO BAND SUMMER BAND CALENDAR IS HERE!!!!! Click button above!!!
- Summer Camp attendance is expected & required for all Plano Band students. Marching spots are assigned based on the following criteria: marching competency, camp attendance, & spring audition results. We appreciate so very much your scheduling trips & vacations to ensure that all students are present for the entirety of summer camp.
- In addition to the summer band camp dates, please keep in mind the following dates for marching contests, which are required of all Plano Band members: Oct 5 (MMI), Oct 19 (UIL), Oct 26 (DMI), Nov. 2 (AREA)
- With Fall Break occurring Oct 14-18, the Plano Band will not rehearse from Oct 14-16. Because of a football game on Friday, October 18 & UIL Marching Contest the very next day, the Plano Band WILL REHEARSE on Thursday, Oct 17 from 5-8p & Friday, October 18 from 1-5p + football game. (Attendance is required for all Plano Band members)
- The Fall 2024 football schedule has the Plano Band performing every Friday night from Aug 30-Nov. 1.
- We appreciate our families scheduling vacations and other around these dates to ensure our students are always present to perform their best.
2. 2024-2025 Plano Band Google Classroom
- all members of next year's band required to join
- click link or use join code psly3g5
3. 2024-2025 Plano Band on the BAND App
- all members of next year's band required to join
- All parents of members strongly encouraged to join
- Click button or scan QR code below
4. Subscribe to 2024-2025 Plano Band Calendar
- link below!
GOALS FOR THE WEEK
1. To commit to preparing for the Prism Concert to the best of our ability
2. To prepare for those AP exams!!!!
EVENTS THIS WEEK
1. Vertical Discount Card Online Fundraiser, BEGINS Thursday / ENDS May 24
- all students are expected participate in this fundraiser and will bring in 20 valid & working email addresses to class on Thursday (form attached below)
2. Band Banquet Ticket Sales, CONTINUES / ENDS May 6
- Purchase all tickets at the Plano Band website
- Current Plano Band members get in FREE
- Parents & guests of current band members: $30 ticket
- All guests - including current band students getting a free ticket, will need to register / "purchase" a ticket on the Plano Band Website.
3. Full Orchestra "Pops" Rehearsal, Tuesday, 4:40-6:30p
4. Prism Concert Ticket Sales, BEGIN Wednesday @ 8a / ENDS May 16 @ 5:00p
- Purchase tickets here. Tickets are $10 each
- ALL TICKETS ARE RESERVIED. Families are encouraged to purchase tickets early to select your seat(s) of choice!
- This concert will sell-out, so purchased tickets ASAP
- There is no limit to the number of tickets a family can purchase
- Remaining tickets (if available) may be purchased for $12 on Thursday, May 16 (day of concert) from 5:30-6:30p in the ticket office in the lobby of the Fine Arts Building
5. 2024-2025 Student Leadership Interviews, BEGIN Wednesday
- Register for an interview time through this Sign-Up Genius Link!
- Only students who have completed the Student Leadership application will be allowed to interview
6. Spettacolo Percussion Concerts
- Friday & Saturday 7p
- Saturday, 1p
- Purchase tickets here / $9 reserved seating
DUE THIS WEEK
1.SENIOR Parents: fill out this Google form for your senior - PAST DUE
2. HONORS BAND Independent Projects (2nd year students) - DUE Friday
3. HONORS BAND Breezin thru' Theory Online Assignment - DUE Friday (1st year students)
- Chapter 11-17
- Login information attached
ASSIGNMENTS
1. To stay on top of your music, assignments, and all end-of-year activities!
UPCOMING EVENTS
1. 2024-2025 Student Leadership Interviews, May 1-3, 6-7
2. AP Testing, May 6-10
3. 2024-2025 Plano Drumline Workshop, May 6, 4:45-6:45p
4. Orchestra "Pops" Rehearsal, May 7, 4:40-6:40p
5. 2024-2025 Plano Jazz Auditions, May 8, 5-9p
6. "Pops by the Pond" Orchestra Concert, May 10 in PSHS GYM
7. 2024-2025 PDL Auditions, May 11, 1-4p
8. PRISM WEEK
- Stage Set-Up: May 13, 3:30-8:30p (Required members: Officers, Jazz, PanCats will set up after May 14 gig)
- Prism Marching Band Rehearsal: May 15, 4:30-5:30p (Required members: ALL members of the Plano Band) TEST GRADE!!!
- Prism Chamber Ensemble Rehearsal: May 15, 6:30-9:30p [schedule TBD] (Required members: chamber ensemble personnel performing at Prism Concert)
- Prism Concert: May 16, 7pm (Required members: ALL members of the Plano Band!) TEST GRADE!!
9. Band Banquet, May 18 @ PSHS Cafeteria
Thanks to our corporate sponsors!!!
Yard Love
When you need a yard sign to announce birthdays, anniversaries, & other special occasions, please visit Yard Love and mention the Plano Band! Yard Love Plano will give back 20% for all Plano Band sales!
A HUGE thank you to In-N-Out Burger for their wonderful partnership with the Plano Band!!!
Next time you visit In-N-Out, make sure to tell them that the Plano Band says "Thanks"!
"Quality you can taste!"
As I Find It Boutique Specialty Shoppe
A HUGE thank you to As I Find It Boutique Speciality Shoppe for their wonderful partnership with the Plano Band!
They will donate 20% back on all Plano Band sales so be sure to mention the Plano Band when you order!!!
Red River Paper
Visit Red River Paper for all of your superior printing needs. When you do, tell them the Plano Band says "thanks!"
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Plano Band
Email: jason.lewis@pisd.edu
Website: www.pshsband.org
Location: 2200 Independence Parkway, Plano, TX, USA
Phone: 469-752-9398
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