Things We LikeHuge thanks to Hampton Cove Elementary for letting our drumline join the fun! They had a great time setting the beat for their annual Parade of Readers. Help Wanted: HHS Band Video Coordinator for 2026–27We’re looking ahead to the 2026–27 school year and have an important HHS Band Parents Board position we need to fill — Video Coordinator. This role is responsible for capturing and sharing the story of our band throughout the year by filming band events that are meaningful and fun for our students, including:
The Video Coordinator helps record, create, and upload videos to our HHS Band YouTube channel, preserving memories for our students and families while showcasing our program to the community. This is a great opportunity to get involved, be creative, and document everything our students work so hard to achieve. If you already have video equipment and love capturing moments, we’d love to have you — or think of this as a great excuse to finally get the camera you’ve always wanted. No professional experience required, just a willingness to help and learn. If you’re interested or have any questions, please reach out to [email protected] Senior Spotlight: Class of 2026As we approach the end of the school year, we are excited to continue our tradition of celebrating our graduating members on social media. To ensure every senior is recognized, please complete the Senior Recognition Survey and upload a few photos for your spotlight post.
Schedule Of The WeekMonday: Blossomwood Pep Rally 1:00 pm (leadership team). Symphonic Band 4-5:30. Tuesday: Off Wednesday: Fall 2026 Halftime show reveal during Advisory. Sign up for the band club. Deadline to email us about Fall break trips / Required Fall break game. Thursday: Off Friday: Off 1/2 day of school! Rome New Year's Parade 2028 We are going to Rome for the 2028 New Year's Day Parade! The approximate dates for the trip are December 27, 2027-January 3, 2028. You can view the presentation from March 23rd, sample itineraries and other information in this google drive. A survey will be sent out in late May to get an idea of commitment for this trip. New Event!! Huntsville High School is partnering with the Trash Pandas to have Huntsville High School night on Thursday, April 30th. The band is planning to perform. There is no cost to our students to attend the game and all students will receive a t-shirt. They will also have free time to enjoy the game and grab dinner. This is also the first date of spring training, so stay tuned for more information. 2026-27 Band Contract/REGISTRATION!! BAND (not class) registration - All students who plan to do band next year must register here. This is replacing the band contract. This is also your indication whether or not you are doing marching band. The deadline to register is April 9. Any final changes to your commitment to marching band must be made by the last day of school. Auditions - Auditions for next year are held during class on April 7-9. Current 8th graders will audition after school. Audition music was passed out prior to spring break and can also be located here. All 9-11 grade students must audition regardless of your intent for next year - it's part of your grade. 2026-27 Football and Tentative Marching Competition Schedule August 14 - vs. Florence (Milton Frank) August 21 - vs. Jasper (Milton Frank) August 27 vs. Mae Jemison (Thursday) (Milton Frank) September 4 vs. Grissom (Milton Frank) September 11 at Buckhorn (school buses) September 18 vs. Sparkman (Homecoming) September 25 Open September 26 - Rocket City Invitational Marching Competition October 2 at Hazel Green (school buses) (Required game right before Fall break) October 9 vs Gadsden City - Senior Night (REQUIRED FALL BREAK GAME). October 16 at Bob Jones (Madison City Stadium - school buses) October 17 - Possible competition October 23 at James Clemens (Madison City Stadium - school buses) October 24 - Possible competition October 30 at Muscle Shoals (school buses) October 31 - Possible Competition Mrs. Flippo wants the band at all of the games including the game before and during Fall break. This is a change from past years as the game during Fall Break has been optional. We plan to do the halftime show at the Fall break game. We will excuse anyone from this game who has already spent money on a 2026 Fall break trip and let us know prior to April 1st. Marching Band Uniform Return Marching Band uniforms must be dry cleaned and returned to the band room by Friday, April 10th with the dry cleaning receipt. This includes the jacket, shako, gauntlets, and garment bag. These must be the correct items that we loaned you in the Fall. Bibbers, Gloves, and Shoes (and socks) belong to you. If you are graduating or not returning and would like to donate these, we will gladly take them! Color Guard marching band uniform return should follow the instruction of Mrs. Morales. Color Guard Friday, April 17th - Open Rehearsal (any new members are welcome to come and watch - all are welcome!) 4:30 6:00 pm FA Cafeteria Monday, April 20th - Juniors/Seniors travel to HCMS to recruit Monday, April 20 - April 23 Color Guard Auditions Summer Dates and Band Camp 2026 May 26-29 (Tues - Friday) Color Guard Camp (Color Guard Only) June 29 - July 1 Leadership Camp (leadership team only) July 13-14 (Mon-Tues) 9th grade marching band students, leadership team, all percussion, all color guard. Wednesday, July 15 - Monday, August 3 Band Camp - All Marching Band Students (excluding weekends) **Friday, July 24th Optional DCI Trip to Nashville (afternoon and evening) Tuesday, August 4th - Parent Preview Performance (evening) Wednesday, August 5th First Day of School (pending school board approval - this is not official yet). Spring Training / Audition Dates for Spring 2026 April 7-9 - Concert Band Auditions for 26-27 during class (8th grade after school). Monday, April 20 - April 24 Color Guard Auditions THURSDAY, April 30 Spring Training - 4:00- 6:00 pm. Music! (all winds and percussion) Monday, May 11th Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm. Marching Fundamentals (leadership and 8th graders) and Percussion Placements (all marching percussion) Tuesday, May 12th Percussion Placements 4-7 (all marching percussion) Wednesday, May 13 Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm Marching Fundamental (leadership and 8th graders) Monday, May 18th Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm. Marching Fundamentals (leadership and 8th graders Upcoming Dates April 7-9 - Auditions for 26-27 school year April 10 - Special Performance by Belmont University Wind Ensemble (during school). April 14-16 Leadership Interest meeting/training 4-5 pm April 16-18 All State (Mobile) - for those that made it April 20-23 Color Guard Auditions (April 24th is a weather day) April 23 - Spring Concert April 28 - Percussion / Chamber Concert April 30 - Spring Training Music (all winds and percussion students!) and TRASH PANDA NIGHT The 25-26 Band Schedule can be found here and on the Cut Time calendar. Questions/Concerns? Please contact the following: Grades, missing rehearsals/absences, conflicts, instruments, general band questions - [email protected] or [email protected] For color guard, contact Annabelle Morales at [email protected] If you have any of the following issues, please direct your questions to [email protected]. They’ll be able to guide you to the appropriate point of contact.
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Orlando 2026 was an incredible success! From recording at the professional Disney Soundtrack Sessions to marching through EPCOT’s World Showcase and enjoying the thrills of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, our students had the experience of a lifetime. A huge thank-you to the directors, chaperones, and trip coordinators who made it all possible. Click here for Orlando trip photos. Schedule of the WeekMonday: Symphonic Band 4-5:30. JV 4-6 pm; Varsity 6-8:30 (FA) Tuesday: Mattress Sale information during class. International Trip Announcement 6:00 pm - Band Room. Wednesday: JV 4-6 pm; Varsity 6-8:30 (FA) Thursday: Off Friday: Performance by the Troy University Wind Ensemble during 1st block/advisory. JV 4-6 pm; Varsity 6-8:30 (FA) Saturday: MATTRESS SALE in the FA Cafeteria!!! Winter Guard SCGC Championships - Bowling Green, Kentucky Sunday: Winter Guard SCGC Championships - Bowling Green, Kentucky Mattress Sale Parents, our mattress fundraiser is this Saturday! We need every family to help find at least one person who needs a mattress and get them to come to the sale on March 28th from 10am-5pm. Now is a great time to follow up with any people you have already talked to that need a mattress. If you have not found your 1 person, please share our Facebook event and invite all friends and family! Here is the link to our event page. https://www.facebook.com/events/2098543624222999 Charlie the Mattress Guy will be here on Tuesday to help us maximize our fundraising for this Saturday! We will need 5-6 students at the Mattress Sale on Saturday, volunteering in 2-3 hour shifts. We will post this list in the band room for sign up. 2026-27 Band Contract/REGISTRATION!! BAND (not class) registration - All students who plan to do band next year must register here. This is replacing the band contract. This is also your indication whether or not you are doing marching band. The deadline to register is April 9. Any final changes to your commitment to marching band must be made by the last day of school. Auditions - Auditions for next year are held during class on April 7-9. Current 8th graders will audition after school. Audition music was passed out prior to spring break and can also be located here. All 9-11 grade students must audition regardless of your intent for next year - it's part of your grade. 2026-27 Football and Tentative Marching Competition Schedule August 14 - vs. Florence (Milton Frank) August 21 - vs. Jasper (Milton Frank) August 27 vs. Mae Jemison (Thursday) (Milton Frank) September 4 vs. Grissom (Milton Frank) September 11 at Buckhorn (school buses) September 18 vs. Sparkman (Homecoming) September 25 Open September 26 - Rocket City Invitational Marching Competition October 2 at Hazel Green (school buses) (Required game right before Fall break) October 9 vs Gadsden City - Senior Night (REQUIRED FALL BREAK GAME). October 16 at Bob Jones (Madison City Stadium - school buses) October 17 - Possible competition October 23 at James Clemens (Madison City Stadium - school buses) October 24 - Possible competition October 30 at Muscle Shoals (school buses) October 31 - Possible Competition Mrs. Flippo wants the band at all of the games including the game before and during Fall break. This is a change from past years as the game during Fall Break has been optional. We plan to do the halftime show at the Fall break game. We will excuse anyone from this game who has already spent money on a 2026 Fall break trip and let us know prior to April 1st. Marching Band Uniform Return Marching Band uniforms must be dry cleaned and returned to the band room by Friday, April 10th with the dry cleaning receipt in the bag. This includes the jacket, shako, gauntlets, and garment bag. These must be the correct items that we loaned you in the Fall. Bibbers, Gloves, and Shoes (and socks) belong to you. If you are graduating or not returning and would like to donate these, we will gladly take them! Color Guard marching band uniform return should follow the instruction of Mrs. Morales. Winter Guard Championships are this weekend. JV will perform on Saturday, March 28th and Varsity will perform on Sunday, March 29th. Both performances will take place at the WKU E.A. Diddle Arena University Blvd. Bowling Green, Kentucky. We encourage both teams to support each other during this very exciting event! Thank you to all of the parents for their loving support for their child and the group! Equipment, props, and floor transportation: Equipment and props will be transported by Mrs. Morales and Mrs. Gorman. JV will load their equipment and props in Mrs. Morales' car during class on Friday, March 27th. Varsity will load their equipment and props in Mrs. Gorman's car after Friday's practice. Floor will be transported by parents (thank you again!). So all your child needs to worry about is getting there and getting ready! Tickets Tickets are on sale for family and friends who plan to attend! The prices are $25+. Please see the link below with additional details and for purchasing! Saturday and Sunday Event Tickets What performers should bring:
As discussed, everyone is reliable for getting themselves to Bowling Green, Kentucky. Please discuss with parents/children what your plans are for getting to Championships. Some are planning to stay in hotels the night before, especially since JV will be one of the first groups to perform EARLY in the morning on Saturday. There are many hotels around the area. Some parents are already booking at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott. Please book one now if planning to stay the night before or after. Schedule The schedule has not been posted yet. It will be posted on Monday, March 23rd. Below is a link to the site which will post the schedule. Please have your students keep an eye out for the Band App with official times once released. SCGC Championships Page for Saturday SCGC Championships Page for Sunday Once the official schedule is released, I will send out the time students will NEED to be ready at the arena for meet-up before performing. Questions: Will my child need to stay for awards? Answer: Yes. All team members must stay for awards for their team. What is the general time frame for the groups to perform? Answer: JV is subject to perform between 9:00am and 10:15am (Saturday). This does not include the practice time beforehand. Varsity is subject to perform between 11:10am and 12:10pm (Sunday). This does not include the practice time beforehand. Please keep an eye out for the Band App with the official schedule for both teams on both days. Practice this week, March 23rd-27th Monday, March 23rd: JV 4:00-6:00, Varsity 6:00-8:30 (Both FA) Wednesday, March 25th: JV 4:00-6:00, Varsity 6:00-8:30 (Both FA) Friday, March 27th: Varsity ONLY 4:00-6:30pm in FA As we are coming to a close of this year's season, I want to thank you all on the behalf of Evie King, Brandon Owens, and I, for our students who have worked so hard this marching and winter season. The students accomplished SO MUCH this year, and it has been a blessing to witness such growth and achievement with this group. I also want to thank the parents who have adjusted to the many changes this year. Although everything did not work out as smoothly as we had hoped for, we are so appreciative for your patience and support as we adjusted to new color guard staff. You being there for your child and helping in all the ways possible has not gone unnoticed. Thank you for all you do for this team. -Annabella Morales- Class Registration 26-27 All band students should register for 2 band classes for the upcoming year, regardless if they are concert only, color guard, or marching band. Please ignore the title of the class as they have little meaning.(Concert only students should still register for marching band class even though they are not in marching band). It helps our counselors out. Upcoming 9th grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Marching Band 1 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble Concert Band 1 Upcoming 10th Grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Marching Band 2 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Concert Band 2 Upcoming 11th Grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble Marching Band 3 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Concert Band 3 Upcoming 12th Grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Marching Band 4 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Concert Band 4 Summer Dates and Band Camp 2026 May 26-29 (Tues - Friday) Color Guard Camp (Color Guard Only) June 30 - July 2 Leadership Camp (leadership team only) July 13-14 (Mon-Tues) 9th grade marching band students, leadership team, all percussion, all color guard. Wednesday, July 15 - Monday, August 3 Band Camp - All Marching Band Students (excluding weekends) **Friday, July 24th Optional DCI Trip to Nashville (afternoon and evening) Tuesday, August 4th - Parent Preview Performance (evening) Wednesday, August 5th First Day of School (pending school board approval - this is not official yet). Spring Training / Audition Dates for Spring 2026 Wednesday, January 28th - 8th grade band student day at Huntsville High (all 8th grade band students from HJHS and HCMS will come over during the morning. Tuesday, February 17 6:00 pm - Parent and Student Informational Meeting for 8th grade students/parents April 7-9 - Concert Band Auditions for 26-27 during class (8th grade after school). Monday, April 20 - April 23 Color Guard Auditions THURSDAY, April 30 Spring Training - 4:00- 6:00 pm. Music! (all winds and percussion) Monday, May 11th Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm. Marching Fundamentals (leadership and 8th graders) and Percussion Placements (all marching percussion) Tuesday, May 12th Percussion Placements 4-7 (all marching percussion) Wednesday, May 13 Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm Marching Fundamental (leadership and 8th graders) Monday, May 18th Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm. Marching Fundamentals (leadership and 8th graders Upcoming Dates April 7-9 - Auditions for 26-27 school year April 10 - Special Performance by Belmont University Wind Ensemble (during school). The 25-26 Band Schedule can be found here and on the Cut Time calendar. Questions/Concerns? Please contact the following: Grades, missing rehearsals/absences, conflicts, instruments, general band questions - [email protected] or [email protected] For color guard, contact Annabelle Morales at [email protected] If you have any of the following issues, please direct your questions to [email protected]. They’ll be able to guide you to the appropriate point of contact.
Thank You To Our 2026 Sponsors!   Things We Like We are incredibly proud of seven HHS percussionists who have dedicated their winter season to performing with the Buckhorn Indoor Drumline. This commitment involves extensive extra rehearsals and travel across North Alabama. Special thanks to Mr. Kirk for recently attending the Bob Jones competition to cheer them on! Congratulations to Noah Authemeny, Jacob Black, Ethan Esquivel, Sandler Kirsch, Billy Kynard, Harley Nayman, and Carter West.  Big congratulations to Charlie Schuyler and Jasmine Courter! They recently represented Huntsville High School at the Auburn University Symphonic Honor Band Festival. Help Wanted: HHS Band Video Coordinator for 2026–27We’re looking ahead to the 2026–27 school year and have an important HHS Band Parents Board position we need to fill — Video Coordinator. This role is responsible for capturing and sharing the story of our band throughout the year by filming band events that are meaningful and fun for our students, including:
The Video Coordinator helps record, create, and upload videos to our HHS Band YouTube channel, preserving memories for our students and families while showcasing our program to the community. This is a great opportunity to get involved, be creative, and document everything our students work so hard to achieve. If you already have video equipment and love capturing moments, we’d love to have you — or think of this as a great excuse to finally get the camera you’ve always wanted. No professional experience required, just a willingness to help and learn. If you’re interested or have any questions, please reach out to [email protected] Schedule of the WeekMonday: Orlando Parade Rehearsal and final Orlando information 4-6 pm. Optional JV and V winter guard practice 6-7:30 pm. Tuesday: ACT for Juniors. No after school events. Wednesday: 6:00 pm - Meet in Band room to depart for Orlando. If you are leaving your car on campus, you must park in your assigned parking spot or a visitor spot (chaperones). Departing by 7:00 pm. Eat dinner before you arrive. Thursday: Orlando Friday: Orlando Saturday: Orlando Sunday: Orlando Monday: Return from Orlando. Enjoy your Spring Break! 2026-27 Football and Tentative Marching Competition Schedule August 14 - vs. Florence (Milton Frank) August 21 - vs. Jasper (Milton Frank) August 27 vs. Mae Jemison (Thursday) (Milton Frank) September 4 vs. Grissom (Milton Frank) September 11 at Buckhorn (school buses) September 18 vs. Sparkman (Homecoming) September 25 Open September 26 - Rocket City Invitational Marching Competition October 2 at Hazel Green (school buses) (Required game right before Fall break) October 9 vs Gadsden City - Senior Night (REQUIRED FALL BREAK GAME). October 16 at Bob Jones (Madison City Stadium - school buses) October 17 - Possible competition October 23 at James Clemens (Madison City Stadium - school buses) October 24 - Possible competition October 30 at Muscle Shoals (school buses) October 31 - Possible Competition Mrs. Flippo wants the band at all of the games including the game before and during Fall break. This is a change from past years as the game during Fall Break has been optional. We plan to do the halftime show at the Fall break game. We will excuse anyone from this game who has already spent money on a 2026 Fall break trip and let us know prior to April 1st. Orlando Week!!! An email was sent out this past Wednesday, March 4th with all the information you need! Everyone traveling to Orlando with us needs to join the Orlando Band App - QR code found in the Here is a link to what to pack document! This is separate from our normal HHS Band App. ORLANDO WEATHER: High on Thursday is 87! Low on Friday is 63. Chance of scattered storms on Friday and Saturday with highest percentage on Friday at 59%. Here is a link to the full itinerary. Here is a link for specific policies on this trip. Here is a link to the rooming list with your student’s chaperone assignment. Here are the bus lists for our trip. Class Registration 26-27 All band students should register for 2 band classes for the upcoming year, regardless if they are concert only, color guard, or marching band. Please ignore the title of the class as they have little meaning.(Concert only students should still register for marching band class even though they are not in marching band). It helps our counselors out. Upcoming 9th grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Marching Band 1 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble Concert Band 1 Upcoming 10th Grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Marching Band 2 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Concert Band 2 Upcoming 11th Grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble Marching Band 3 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Concert Band 3 Upcoming 12th Grade: Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Marching Band 4 Traditional and Emerging Ensemble: Concert Band 4 Winter Guard Please look at the winter guard schedule here. Competition Schedule January 31 - Mortimer Jordan HS (Bham area) Feb 7 - Hoover HS February 21 - Bob Jones HS March 7 - Columbia Central - Columbia, Tennessee March 28 and 29 - Western Kentucky University. Bowling Green Kentucky. Summer Dates and Band Camp 2026 May 26-29 (Tues - Friday) Color Guard Camp (Color Guard Only) June 30 - July 2 Leadership Camp (leadership team only) July 13-14 (Mon-Tues) 9th grade marching band students, leadership team, all percussion, all color guard. Wednesday, July 15 - Monday, August 3 Band Camp - All Marching Band Students (excluding weekends) **Friday, July 24th Optional DCI Trip to Nashville (afternoon and evening) Tuesday, August 4th - Parent Preview Performance (evening) Wednesday, August 5th First Day of School (pending school board approval - this is not official yet). Spring Training / Audition Dates for Spring 2026 Wednesday, January 28th - 8th grade band student day at Huntsville High (all 8th grade band students from HJHS and HCMS will come over during the morning. Tuesday, February 17 6:00 pm - Parent and Student Informational Meeting for 8th grade students/parents April 7-9 - Concert Band Auditions for 26-27 during class (8th grade after school). Monday, April 20 - April 24 Color Guard Auditions THURSDAY, April 30 Spring Training - 4:00- 6:00 pm. Music! (all winds and percussion) Monday, May 11th Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm. Marching Fundamentals (leadership and 8th graders) and Percussion Placements (all marching percussion) Tuesday, May 12th Percussion Placements 4-7 (all marching percussion) Wednesday, May 13 Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm Marching Fundamental (leadership and 8th graders) Monday, May 18th Spring Training 4:00-7:00 pm. Marching Fundamentals (leadership and 8th graders Upcoming Dates March 27 - Special performance by Troy University Wind Ensemble (during school) March 28 Mattress Sale April 7-9 - Auditions for 26-27 school year April 10 - Special Performance by Belmont University Wind Ensemble (during school). April 23 - Spring Concert, Mandatory photos taken from 5-6:15 The 25-26 Band Schedule can be found here and on the Cut Time calendar. Questions/Concerns? Please contact the following: Grades, missing rehearsals/absences, conflicts, instruments, general band questions - [email protected] or [email protected] For color guard, contact Annabelle Morales at [email protected] If you have any of the following issues, please direct your questions to [email protected]. They’ll be able to guide you to the appropriate point of contact.
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Congratulations to our concert students and directors on a fantastic showing at MPA! You can view the performance recordings at this link.
Congratulations to the HHS JV Winter Guard on their 1st place finish and outstanding performance last weekend at the Bob Jones competition! We are so proud of the growth and dedication shown by both our JV and Varsity performers!
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