Austin High School Maroon Band News
March 24 - March 30, 2019
Spring is in the air
It's not too late to take a few pictures of the bluebonnets either!
Teacher Lunch Concerts
Pre-UIL and UIL Performances
During the next couple of weeks, the bands will be gearing up for UIL Competitions. All competitions will be held at the Hays Performing Arts Center (PAC). Here are the schedules:
Pre-UIL Competition:
Wednesday, March 27: Honor Band
Thursday, March 28: Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band
UIL Competition:
Tuesday, April 2: Symphonic Band @ 1:30pm
Tuesday, April 2: Wind Ensemble @ 4:50pm
Wednesday, April 3: Honor Band @ 2:20pm
Address:
Hays Performing Arts Center
979 Kohlers Crossing
Kyle, TX 78640
From the North:
Traveling south on IH-35, take Exit #215, Kyle Parkway/FM1626. Turn right (west) onto FM 1626 and drive approximately 1.5 miles to Kohlers Crossing. Turn left at the light. The Hays Performing Arts Centers is on your right. Please do not park or leave vehicles in the circular drive in front of the PAC.
As always, parents and family members are welcome to attend. Just make sure your cell phones are turned off. GOOD LUCK to all the bands!!
Band Booster Nominations
Nominations are still open for the 2019-2020 band booster executive board. The election of nominees will take place at the April 9 booster meeting. All nominees must be present. There are three positions available: President Elect, Vice President Elect and Treasurer Elect.
Armando Ybarra: ajybarra@aol.com
Lee Latimer: llatimer@loanscience.com
Mario Tenorio: mtenorio@austincc.edu
2019 Senior Showcase - Tyler Pillman
1. Full Name & Instrument(s)
Tyler Pillman, Trumpet
2. In addition to band, what activities have you participated in while at Austin High?
Ultimate Frisbee
3. What is your favorite band memory?
My favorite band memory is going to my freshman Schwobble Day and having to wear a tinfoil vest and almost passing out from the heat.
4. Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Hopefully working at a research lab.
5. Describe your senior year in three words.
"There was homework?"
6. What are your plans for after graduation?
To get my masters in Biomedical Engineering.
7. Words of advice for incoming freshman?
Don't freak out, it's only high school and you have your whole life in front of you.
8. Give us your parting quote or motto.
Make the most with what you have.
Winter Guard Competition
The Austin High Winter Guard competed this Saturday, March 23 at Hendrickson High School. This is the Area West competition with State qualifying the following weekend. The class Austin High competes in is one of the hardest to be competitive in and so far they've been doing great. Mr. Gayaut is thoroughly impressed with their progress as always.
Whataburger Spirit Night
Address:
Whataburger
6611 South Mopac Expressway
Austin, TX 78749
Maroon Band Trailer Ads
See your name in lights…headlights, that is!
The sponsorship drive to include your band student’s name on the back of the Maroon Band trailer is coming soon! Also available will be space for business advertisements. Stand by for more details!
Spring Swing Golf Tournament
Section Leader Tryouts
GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!!
Spring Awards Banquet
Where: Norris Conference Center
When: Thursday, May 9 @ 6pm
Save Our Stage
Information provided by Annie Dragoo ---The "Save Our Stage" campaign to enhance the Austin High PAC is underway. Everyone who donates to the "Save Our Stage" fund, will be listed on a sign in the lobby.
Sponsor $25
Supporter $50
Sustainer $75
Patron $100
Director $150
Playwright $200
Benefactor $250
Associate Producer $200
Producer $350
Executive Producer $400
Performing Arts Trustee $500
See link below to make a donation.
Annie Dragoo
Musical Theatre Director
Fine Arts Instructional Coach at Austin High
PAC Coordinator
International Thespian Society Director
Austin High School
Important Upcoming Dates....
Monday, March 25
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Full Woodwind Sectionals
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Percussion Sectionals
7:30am - 8:45am - Symphonic Band: Full Brass and Percussion
4:30pm - 6:00pm - Jazz Ensemble Full Rehearsal
Tuesday, March 26
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Full Rehearsal w/Percussion
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Full Winds and Percussion
7:30am - 8:45am - Symphonic Band: Full Band and Percussion
6:30pm - Pre-UIL Concert @ AHS PAC
Wednesday, March 27
No AM Rehearsals
Pre-UIL Honor Band @ Hays PAC
4:30pm - 5:30pm - Stage Band Full Rehearsal
8th Grade Orientation @ AHS Bandhall
Thursday, March 28
Pre-UIL Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band @ Hays PAC
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Full Woodwinds
4:30pm - 6:00pm - Jazz Ensemble Clinic w/Professor Jeff Hellmer
Friday, March 29
7:10am - 8:30am - Wind Ensemble: Full Brass Sectionals
7:15am - 8:45am - Honor Band: Full Brass
7:30am - 8:45am - Symphonic Band: Full Rehearsal w/Percussion
End of 5th Six Weeks
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Website: http://www.austinhigh.band/
Location: 1715 Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX, United States
Phone: (512) 414-2505
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