Band Camp 2017
We are excited to begin the 2017 season of the Marching Colonels with activities this week! Below is a re-cap of important information for band camp. The band calendar is available here.
This week…
Band Booster meeting this afternoon (Monday, July 17) at 5:30 PM. The meeting should last no longer than 30-45 minutes. We will cover information for band camp and some important details to help get the year started. Please be a part of your student’s musical career and be involved! We can’t do it without you!
Leadership workshop on Tuesday, July 18 - 9 AM - 4 PM. All leaders should report. Lunch will be provided. The list of the 2017 leadership team is posted here.
New Marcher/Marching Basics Camp – for officers and new members – Wednesday, July 18 – Friday, July 21 (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM). All veteran members are welcome to come and get a jump start on the season with some marching basics review!
Finally, please read below for a reminder about materials you need for marching band this year. Although many items are provided, these are essentials for which each member is responsible.
Looking forward to a great year!
Band Camp Information
Monday, July 17
Band Booster Meeting 5:30 PM
Tuesday, July 18 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Leadership Workshop
All leadership members report; lunch will be provided.
Wednesday, July 19 – Friday, July 21 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
New Marcher/Marching Basics Camp
Any member who has never marched with WFHS and all officers should report.
Veteran members who want a marching basics refresher are welcome! This will help us move more quickly in full band camp and learn the music/drill faster!
Monday, July 24 – Friday, July 28 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Full Band Camp – EVERYONE!
Monday, July 31 – Friday, August 4 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Full Band Camp – EVERYONE!
Monday, July 31
WFHS Hosts Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps
We will observe some of their rehearsals toward the end of the day
Salem DCI show is that night
Friday, August 4
A preview show/concert of the Marching Colonels 2017 will be held at 5:30 for family and friends. This will be followed by a band pot-luck dinner.
These are the materials for which each marching member is individually responsible.
Meals. Not provided in July. August meal schedule TBA. Students will be responsible for packing a few lunches.
Annual, one-time $50 band fee – due by September 1 (end of 2nd week of school).
This fee helps us cover costs such as band camp meals, t-shirts, competition entry fees, equipment purchases, etc.
NO students will be excluded from band due to financial hardship.
If you have questions or concerns about the marching band fee, please see Mr. Stanley. All financial conversations are kept confidential.
Forms
All current forms are available here.
A current medical form must be on file during band camp!
For all events July 17 - August 4, you should bring:
Tennis shoes
No sandals, boots, bare feet, etc. will be allowed on the practice field. You must have sneakers for support and safety!
Hat/sunglasses
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Instrument
School instruments will be assigned on the first day.
Flip folder/lyre (available from Star City Music)
For football games/performances starting August 14, you will need:
Black marching shoes
Available brand new from Star City Music (~$35).
Certain sizes and gently used available in first come, first served from WFHS Band Boosters ($10).
Shoes are a one-time purchase and can be used throughout high school (depending on size changes of the individual).
Black socks
Mid-calf length (no ankle socks or no-shows!)
These must cover the space between the end of the uniform pants and the marching shoe.
White gloves
Available from Star City Music (~$3).
We recommend buying 2 or 3 pairs (1 for football games and 1 for competitions)
These can be used throughout high school if kept clean and in good condition.
Percussionists do not need to purchase gloves.
Khaki shorts/pants
For informal performances (middle school tour, benefit games, pep rallies, etc.) we wear the band t-shirt, tennis shoes, and khaki shorts or pants.
