WF Band Update: April 16-20, 2018

Thank you for reading all calendar items and announcements below. Spring semester events are numerous and varied, with something occurring nearly each day. Class and rehearsal time are vital to ensure successful spring performances. Your cooperation with other events helps to set a strong foundation on which to build.

We are excited for another great week of music making!

Band Schedule – April 16-20

Monday, April 16
Spring Trip Deposit #2 Due (more information below)
Drum Line Clinic #2 (@ Addison MS) – 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Tuesday, April 17
Drum Major Training Session – 3:45-5:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 19
Jazz Band – 3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
In Class
Symphonic Band – G Scale Test Tuesday; Trumpets Psalm 42 “audition” on Thursday
Percussion Ensemble – Timpani Tuning Quiz Wednesday
Wind Ensemble – Scale Pass-Off Recordings on Tuesday

Announcements, Updates, Information

April-May Calendar
Please view the April-May 2018 calendar.
Items of note:
Concert Rehearsals: May 3 and 7
Spring Concert: May 8 (Wind Ensemble rehearses prior)
Spring Trip: May 12
MB Spring Training: May 15
Banquet: May 18
Chamber/Jazz/Percussion Concert (attendance required): May 21
2018 Spring Trip
ONLY 8 SEATS REMAIN! Turn in your commitment form and deposit ASAP to secure your place on the bus.
Deposit #2 due on Monday, April 16 ($30)
Balance sheets will be printed and sent home this week.
Original packets is here FYI.
Original payment plan:
Payment Schedule – Please make checks payable to “William Fleming High School”
$30.00 deposit or payment in full – due by Monday, April 9
$30.00 or remaining balance – due by Monday, April 16
$25.00 or remaining balance – due by Monday, May 2
Drum Major Training
Trainings continue on Tuesday, April 17 from 3:45-5:00 p.m.
Drum Line Clinics
Clinics to prepare for marching percussion auditions continue on Monday, April 16 from 3:45-4:45 in the Lucy Addison Middle School Band Room.
Please read this letter for more information.
Jazz Band
Rehearsals continue on Thursday, April 19: 3:45-5:00 p.m.
Due to upcoming concert rehearsals, please note that there are only 3 remaining jazz band rehearsals before the concert on May 21!
Individual attendance is vital to collective success. If you are involved in jazz band, you have committed to these rehearsals. Please be sure you are communicating with Mr. Stanley about conflicts that may arise.
Marching Band Leadership Applications
Our band relies on a dedicated leadership team to set a positive example and complete vital responsibilities.
Applications for 2018 leadership positions are available. All application materials are due on Wednesday, May 2.
For more information, please refer to this packet.