​Heading to Publix for your Memorial Day weekend shopping?
Don’t forget—you can support the HHS Band every time you shop! Just link your Publix account to the Huntsville High School Band and a portion of your purchase will go directly to our program—at no extra cost to you!
Sign in at Publix.com
Click on My Publix Partner
Select Huntsville High School Band
Every cart counts—thank you for supporting the HHS Band!

Monday:  Memorial Day. (no events)
Tuesday:   Color Guard Camp 10-3 pm
Wednesday:  Color Guard Camp 8-3 pm
Thursday: Color Guard Camp 8-3 pm
Friday: Color Guard Camp 8-3 pm 

**Color guard should bring a lunch to eat during camp - also see information sent out by Mrs. Rizzardi**

Last newsletter of 24-25
This will be our last big newsletter of the school year.  After today, all of our seniors will be removed from CutTime and you will no longer receive our communications.  Seniors and parents - you are able to remove yourself from the band app communication.   Congratulations, Seniors!!!  We will miss you!  

We will be making sure all our new members are in CutTime and receiving our communication.  We will return with detailed band camp information around the 4th of July and return with our weekly Sunday newsletter as school approaches in August.  You still may receive some communication for marching band students on uniforms and meals for band camp.

Senior Night - Fall 2025
Senior Night for our upcoming marching band seniors will be at the FIRST GAME of the season.  This was a decision made by the football program.  Seniors will be honored with their parents in a pregame ceremony (not halftime).  Please plan accordingly.  More information will be sent out in August.

DCI
We are planning on doing an optional trip to DCI again this year on Friday, July 25th.  The competition has shifted from the MTSU football stadium to Nissan Field in Nashville (where the Titans play).  We plan on dismissing camp after the morning session.  We will depart in the afternoon and return LATE (midnight or later).  We have 50 tickets available on a first come basis.  Any band student or adult family member (siblings too with an adult) can attend - in fact we definitely could use adult chaperones.  

The cost is $56 (this includes bus and ticket).  This is a deal because we get a group rate to attend! The first 50 people to pay on Venmo to HuntsvilleHS-BandParentAssoc (please indicate this payment is for DCI and the names of the people attending) or make arrangements for credits/check directly with Mrs. Tapia ([email protected]) will go.

2025-26 Band Schedule
Here is the full band Schedule.   Changes are possible this summer, but most of the dates are locked into place!  These will be uploaded to our electronic cuttime calendar shortly so that they can show up on your phone calendars.

Tentative Band Camp Schedule and Info
Here is the tentative band camp schedule for those in marching band.  A more detailed schedule will be sent out around the 4th of July.  

All students must have a LARGE (half gallon or larger) water bottle, sunscreen. a backpack or bag to carry your stuff in (an old one is fine!! or the HHS band drawstring bag), athletic shoes (no converse, crocs, or open toed shoes), and school appropriate summer wear for being outside in the Alabama heat.  

Hats, camelback backpacks, and sunglasses are often helpful and encouraged, but not required.

For those that are new and a reminder to others, here are some great band camp tips!

• Acclimating to the heat is important.  Encourage your student to get outside some over the summer - students who stay inside playing video games all summer or do not go outside much in the summer often struggle during band camp.  Walk your dog, mow the lawn, do light exercise, etc.
• Having a large amount of milk for breakfast will often not work out well.  Milk and summer heat don't mix.  
• Go easy on artificial sugar!
• Drink lots of water, Gatorade, Liquid IV, or similar drinks and much less of anything else starting a week BEFORE camp!
• Apply and REAPPLY Sunscreen during camp!!

Summer Schedule 
​June 30 - July 2 Leadership Camp (Leadership team only - mornings and afternoons)
July 9-11 Marching Percussion Camp (required for all marching band percussion)
July 14-18 Band Camp Week 1 - All Day (required for all marching band students)
July 21-25 Band Camp Week 2 - All day (required for all marching band students)
Friday, July 25th  Optional DCI Trip to MTSU (afternoon and evening)
Tuesday, July 29 Rehearsal  6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Thursday, July 31 Rehearsal 6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Monday, August 4th First Day of School

Last week, we celebrated the HHS Band's 2024-2025 year at a Wild West-themed banquet at the historic Huntsville Depot Roundhouse. Congrats to our seniors, award recipients, students, parents, and directors for their numerous achievements! More highlights HERE. 

There are two important updates for our upcoming Senior Band members:

1) Senior Photos for Football Program & Banner
Keep an eye out for a postcard from K. Waldrup Studio & Design — that’s your cue to schedule your senior photo session.
 Be sure to tell them you’re in BAND so they schedule extra time for a uniform photo.
 Wear black pants or leggings to your appointment.
 Bring your instrument — we’ll have band jackets available in 3–4 sizes for you to wear during the photo.
These photos will be used in the **football media guide **and on our senior banner.

2) Senior Bios for the Football Media Guide
All seniors are invited to submit a short bio for the football program.
 Deadline: June 12th — no exceptions
 Email your bio to Mrs. Parrish at: [email protected]
If you do not submit a bio by the deadline, you will not be included in the media guide.
Below are a few examples to help you get started (feel free to personalize!):
Please reach out if you have any questions. We’re looking forward to celebrating our amazing seniors all season long!
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Monday:  Spring Training 4:15-6:45 pm (Drum Majors, Captains, and section leaders only with upcoming 9th graders).
Tuesday:   Spring Training 4:15-6:45 pm (Drum Majors, Captains, and section leaders only with upcoming 9th graders).
Wednesday:  Off
Thursday:  Graduation! (see information below)
Friday: Off. 

Exams
Band exams for 2A, 3A, and 1B will meet during the scheduled exam time to rehearse for graduation.

DCI
We are planning on doing an optional trip to DCI again this year on Friday, July 25th.  The competition has shifted from the MTSU football stadium to Nissan Field in Nashville (where the Titans play).  We plan on dismissing camp after the morning session.  We will depart in the afternoon and return LATE (midnight or later).  We have 50 tickets available on a first come basis.  Any band student (including concert only) or direct family member can attend (in fact we definitely could use adult chaperones).  Once the cost (1 ticket+bus) is determined, we will let you know.  The first 50 people to pay on Venmo to HuntsvilleHS-BandParentAssoc (please indicate this payment is for DCI and the names of the people attending) or make arrangements for credits/check directly with Mrs. Tapia ([email protected]) will go.  


Next Week's Newsletter
Next Sunday will be the final newsletter for this school year. We will take a break from the newsletters, but you still may receive some emails regarding band camp meals or volunteering at band camp over the summer.  We will send out a big band camp email around or just after the 4th of July.  

Next week's email will have a tentative band camp schedule and a tentative full schedule of events for 25-26.  

Graduation - Thursday, May 22
Schedule -Thursday, May 22
3:00 pm -  Meet at school, load truck
3:45 pm - Depart HHS on school bus for VBC
4:15 pm -  Arrive/unload/warm up
5:30 pm - Graduation Begins
~7:00 pm - Graduation ends.  Pack truck and return to HHS
7:45 pm - Back at school.
This is our last event for the year.  We need to make sure all equipment is unloaded from the truck.

Attire
Wear business casual - no t shirts, dress shoes, no shorts or jeans.  Guys should tuck your shirt in.   We will be on the arena floor for graduation - dress for a formal graduation ceremony.  

Reminder that graduation is a required performance for those in grade 9-11 (excluding color guard).  Because the music requires limited percussion, we have selected 6 percussionists to participate - all other percussion are excused from this performance.  


Color Guard
1st Guard Camp for 25-26 Guard is May 27-30.
**Tuesday, May 27 will start at 10:00 am!!!!!* - this is a change**
Wednesday - Friday will be 8-3 am.

Students need to bring a lunch to eat.


Summer Schedule and FALL 2025
​June 30 - July 2 Leadership Camp (Leadership team only - mornings and afternoons)
July 9-11 Marching Percussion Camp (required for all marching band percussion)
July 14-18 Band Camp Week 1 - All Day (required for all marching band students)
July 21-25 Band Camp Week 2 - All day (required for all marching band students)
Friday, July 25th  Optional DCI Trip to MTSU (afternoon and evening)
Tuesday, July 29 Rehearsal  6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Thursday, July 31 Rehearsal 6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Monday, August 4th First Day of School

Here is the tentative Fall Marching Band Schedule. Our goal is to have the full band schedule by the end of May

Questions/Concerns?  Please contact the following:
Grades, missing rehearsals/absences, conflicts, instruments, general band questions - [email protected] or [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.

• Band Student Account Balances, band fees
• Business or Individual Sponsorships
• Fundraising Questions 
• Volunteering/Chaperones 
• Cut Time, Band App, or Social Media Questions 
• Senior Night 
• Uniforms (except color guard uniforms)  
• Color Guard including uniforms (except for absences, conflicts, or grades) 
• Percussion 
• General Band Boosters Questions 

We loved the outstanding performances by our talented student musicians at the Percussion and Chamber Ensemble Concert!

Congratulations to the 2025-2026 leadership team!

Monday:  Spring Training 4:15-6:45 pm (Drum Majors, Captains, and section leaders only with upcoming 9th graders).
Tuesday:   Off. HCMS Concert 7:00 pm
Wednesday:  Band Banquet at Roundhouse.
Thursday: Fine Arts Signing Day during 4th block!
Friday: Off.  Exams begin.

Exams
Band exams for 2A, 3A, and 1B will meet during the scheduled exam time to rehearse for graduation.

Seniors
Seniors - it is extremely important that you have returned all borrowed items including instruments, mutes, all uniform parts, original music, or anything we let you borrow.   If you need to return something, please stop by this week.

Did you receive a fine arts scholarship offer in music or another fine art?  
Please fill this important form out 

 Fine Arts Signing Day Sign-Up 
 Event Date: May 15th at 2:30 PM (Set-up begins at 1:00 PM)
 Sign-Up Deadline: May 12th   
Sign-Up here - Fine Arts Signing Day Signup

We are excited to celebrate the incredible achievements of our senior artists! Fine Arts Signing Day honors students who plan to continue their artistic journey beyond high school—whether by studying the arts in college or participating in an arts-related group or program. This includes (but is not limited to): band, choir, theatre, visual arts, dance, film, or any other fine arts discipline.
During the event, each student will:

•  Be introduced by a teacher of their choice who will say a few words
•  Have a chance to say a short thank-you or share excitement about their next steps
•  Receive a certificate of recognition
•  Celebrate with a short reception following the signing
• 
  

Parents/guardians are warmly invited to join students on stage and sign with them as part of this special moment.
Please Note:

• Students are responsible for bringing decorations for their individual tables.
• This event commemorates your commitment to the college or university of your choice and celebrates your dedication to the arts.
• More details will be shared via email—please keep an eye out!

​​

Graduation - Thursday, May 22
Schedule -Thursday, May 22
3:00 pm -  Meet at school, load truck
3:45 pm - Depart HHS on school bus for VBC
4:15 pm -  Arrive/unload/warm up
5:30 pm - Graduation Begins
~7:00 pm - Graduation ends.  Pack truck and return to HHS
7:45 pm - Back at school.
This is our last event for the year.  We need to make sure all equipment is unloaded from the truck.

Attire
Wear business casual - no t shirts, dress shoes, no shorts or jeans.  Guys should tuck your shirt in.   We will be on the arena floor for graduation - dress for a formal graduation ceremony.  

Reminder that graduation is a required performance for those in grade 9-11 (excluding color guard).  Because the music requires limited percussion, we have selected 6 percussionists to participate - all other percussion are excused from this performance.  

Color Guard
1st Guard Camp for 25-26 Guard is May 27-30 from 8 - 3.


Summer Schedule and FALL 2025June 30 - July 2 Leadership Camp (Leadership team only - mornings and afternoons)
July 9-11 Marching Percussion Camp (required for all marching band percussion)
July 14-18 Band Camp Week 1 - All Day (required for all marching band students)
July 21-25 Band Camp Week 2 - All day (required for all marching band students)
Friday, July 25th  Optional DCI Trip to MTSU (afternoon and evening)
Tuesday, July 29 Rehearsal  6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Thursday, July 31 Rehearsal 6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Monday, August 4th First Day of School


Here is the tentative Fall Marching Band Schedule. Our goal is to have the full band schedule by the end of May

Upcoming Dates
May 19  Spring Training for leadership team and rising 9th graders/new members 4:15-6:45 pm 
May 20 Spring Training for leadership and rising 9th graders/new members 4:15-6:45 pm
May 22   Required performance at Graduation.  5:30 pm VBC Arena (school buses)
May 27-30  Color Guard Camp 8-3.

Questions/Concerns?  Please contact the following:
Grades, missing rehearsals/absences, conflicts, instruments, general band questions - [email protected] or [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.

• Band Student Account Balances, band fees
• Business or Individual Sponsorships
• Fundraising Questions 
• Volunteering/Chaperones 
• Cut Time, Band App, or Social Media Questions 
• Senior Night 
• Uniforms (except color guard uniforms)  
• Color Guard including uniforms (except for absences, conflicts, or grades) 
• Percussion 
• General Band Boosters Questions 

​From sliding at City Museum to cheering at the Cardinals game, gazing at the Arch, braving the rain at Six Flags, and roaring with the animals at the zoo – our band’s St. Louis adventure hit all the right notes!

See more St. Louis photos HERE

​Howdy, partner!

Come join us as we celebrate the end of the 2024–2025 Huntsville High School Band year with a Wild West–themed banquet!
​
Here are the details:

• Date/Time: Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM
• Location: The Roundhouse (Learn more: The Roundhouse)
• Menu: LawLers BBQ (pork or chicken), baked beans, mac and cheese, vinegar slaw, drinks, and cake
• Cost: $30 per person
• Senior Band Students attend for FREE! (All other Band Students must pay.)

All family members are welcome to attend! Come celebrate together with your student and the band community.
This is a pre-paid event. Payment options:

• Venmo: @HuntsvilleHS-BandParentAssoc (Please include the band student’s name and number of seats in the notes.)
• Checks: Drop off in the band room box (also include student name and number of seats).

Payment deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025.

​Ready to sign up?
Please complete the registration form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1BI_YgUJGv-EWMRAHvtfh1eDyNzmL6mm-_xS4CObrKCs/
We can’t wait to celebrate a fantastic year!

Monday:  Marching Percussion Placements 4:15-6:45pm
Tuesday:   Marching Percussion Placements 4:15-6:45pm; Spring training for current 8th grade + leadership 4:15-6:45 pm
Wednesday:  Off
Thursday:  Off.  HJHS Spring Concert at HHS at 7:00 pm.
Friday: Off

Seniors

Did you receive a fine arts scholarship offer in music or another fine art? 
​ Please fill this important form out 

Fine Arts Signing Day Sign-Up 
 Event Date: April 15th at 2:30 PM (Set-up begins at 1:00 PM)
 Sign-Up Deadline: May 12th   

Sign-Up here - Fine Arts Signing Day Signup

We are excited to celebrate the incredible achievements of our senior artists! Fine Arts Signing Day honors students who plan to continue their artistic journey beyond high school—whether by studying the arts in college or participating in an arts-related group or program. This includes (but is not limited to): band, choir, theatre, visual arts, dance, film, or any other fine arts discipline.
During the event, each student will:

•  Be introduced by a teacher of their choice who will say a few words
•  Have a chance to say a short thank-you or share excitement about their next steps
•  Receive a certificate of recognition
•  Celebrate with a short reception following the signing

Parents/guardians are warmly invited to join students on stage and sign with them as part of this special moment.
Please Note:

• Students are responsible for bringing decorations for their individual tables.
• This event commemorates your commitment to the college or university of your choice and celebrates your dedication to the arts.
• More details will be shared via email—please keep an eye out!

Graduation
Reminder that graduation is a required performance for those in grade 9-11 (excluding color guard).  Huntsville High graduation is Thursday, May 22nd at 5:30 pm at the Von Braun Center Arena.  We plan to take school buses from the school, but if you have family or siblings graduating, you can meet us there if you choose.

Color Guard 
1st Guard Camp for 25-26 Guard is May 27-30!


Summer Schedule and FALL 2025
June 30 - July 2 Leadership Camp (Leadership team only - mornings and afternoons)
July 9-11 Marching Percussion Camp (required for all marching band percussion)
July 14-18 Band Camp Week 1 - All Day (required for all marching band students)
July 21-25 Band Camp Week 2 - All day (required for all marching band students)
Friday, July 25th  Optional DCI Trip to MTSU (afternoon and evening)
Tuesday, July 29 Rehearsal  6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Thursday, July 31 Rehearsal 6-9 pm (required for all marching band students)
Monday, August 4th First Day of School

Here is the tentative Fall Marching Band Schedule. 
Our goal is to have the full band schedule by the end of May


Upcoming Dates
May 14  Band Banquet!
May 15 Fine Arts Signing Day (seniors)
May 19  Spring Training for leadership team and rising 9th graders/new members 4:15-6:45 pm 
May 20 Spring Training for leadership and rising 9th graders/new members 4:15-6:45 pm
May 22   Required performance at Graduation.  5:30 pm VBC Arena (school buses)

Questions/Concerns?  Please contact the following:
Grades, missing rehearsals/absences, conflicts, instruments, general band questions - [email protected] or [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.

• Band Student Account Balances, band fees
• Business or Individual Sponsorships
• Fundraising Questions 
• Volunteering/Chaperones 
• Cut Time, Band App, or Social Media Questions 
• Senior Night 
• Uniforms (except color guard uniforms)  
• Color Guard including uniforms (except for absences, conflicts, or grades) 
• Percussion 
• General Band Boosters Questions