HHS BAND WEEKLY NEWSLETTER MAY 13-MAY 17, 2024

Things we like

This group spent 3 hours at the Home Depot gathering supplies to make props for the fall marching show!

More things we like

HHS band members performing with Twickenham Winds. Back row...Lila Boyd, Jayne Hansberger, Gabby Millar, Aubrey Parrish, Leah Funderburg, Kris Olszowy (alum). Front is Aidan McDavid, Daniel Starnes, Matthew Hutcherson, and Jillian Boles (alum)

Schedule of the week

Weekly Schedule 
Monday - Leadership team interest training 4-5
Tuesday  - Leadership team interest training 4-5
Wednesday  - Drum Major Auditions.  Fine Arts Signing Day! (4th block)
Thursday  - Leadership team interest training 4-5.  Hampton Cove Concert.  
Friday -  Band Banquet at Stovehouse!

Cut Time
The replacement for charms is called CutTime.  We will be starting to transition to this new program next week. 

The most noticeable difference is that you will be able to access your account through a secure link (not a password!) that you will receive.  You will do 2 levels of authentication and then you should be able to click that link to access your student's finances, announcements, and more.  

The other difference is that all announcements and emails are accessed through this link.  You will receive a TEXT message or email when a new email or announcement is sent and you will access it through your link.  

Fine Arts Signing Day - Wednesday
Seniors who are continuing to participate in music or any fine art in college or military are having our annual fine arts signing day on Wednesday during 4th block - 2:30 pm.   Students will be recognized for their on-going commitment to band or other art field.   Students are welcome to bring college gear to decorate.  Parents should attend.  A reception will follow in the lobby.  If you haven't signed up, use the link in the wind ensemble group / color guard group me.  

Drum Corps International (DCI) - Friday July 26th
We are planning to take a charter bus to DCI at MTSU like last year.  This is an optional trip.  We plan to stop for dinner prior to going to the event.  We have 50 seats on the bus for $75 each.  Claim your seat by turning in money to the band box or paying on Venmo.  This number includes any adults or family members that would like to go.   This event is open to any current HHS Band member and their family.  Get tickets now.  We are offering them first to returning members before the new members.  

Graduation - Friday, May 24th
Graduation is a required performance for students in Grade 9-11.  Because of the number of percussionists needed, we have let some percussion know they do not have to attend.  

Schedule
3:00 pm - Meet at school.  Load truck, get instrument and music.
4:00 pm - Depart for Graduation at the Von Braun Center on school bus.  If you have family graduating and would rather meet us there, please let me know.   You will have to navigate security and parking!
4:30 pm - Arrive at Graduation. Unload Truck
5:30 pm - Graduation starts 
7:00 pm - Graduation ends.  Pack up and return to school.  Check out with a director or chaperone if you are not riding the bus back.
7:30 pm - Back at school and dismissed!  Must unload truck!!

Dress
Business Casual - no t-shirts, jeans, shorts, or tennis shoes.  Male Shirts should be tucked in.

BAND APP!
We will be transitioning from REMIND to the band app during band camp!  

End of School Information
An email was sent out on Friday, April 26th with full details.  Families who do not take care of these items may prevent their student from participating in band next year.  Any unpaid balances or unreturned uniforms is documented and can prevent a student from walking at graduation at the time that student's graduation (even those who are no longer in band.)  It is crucial these items are taken care of in a timely manner.  

Please make sure all outstanding balances are taken care of prior to the end of the year! questions?  [email protected]

All marching uniform parts are 2 months past due!  These need to be turned in ASAP.     
All concert uniforms should be dry-cleaned and turned in with a receipt and garment bag by May 7th.
Questions? [email protected]

School owned marching instruments should be taken to Southeastern Music Services now for standard maintenance.  Receipt must be turned into Mr. Kirk by the last day of school.

School owned concert instruments should be taken ASAP by seniors and immediately after auditions by other students to Southeastern Music Services for maintenance.  Receipt must be turned into Mr. Kirk.

Instrument questions?  [email protected]

Fall 2024 - Marching Band Schedule

Weekly Practice Schedule August - October (Marching Band students only)
Tuesdays 4:00 – 6:00 pm ( Color guard until 7 pm)
Thursdays 4:00 – 6:00 pm

Performances/Camps (Marching Band students only)
Monday, July 29st           6:00 – 9:00 pm Rehearsal
Tuesday, July 30              6:00 – 9:00 pm Rehearsal
Wednesday, July 31         6:00 - 9:00 pm Rehearsal
Friday, August 23rd        Game @ Hazel Green 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (school buses)
Friday, August 30           Football game vs. Mae Jemison (home) 5:30 - 10:00 pm
Friday, Sept 6                  Football game vs. Grissom (home) 5:30–10:00 pm 
Saturday, Sept 7 (tentative)   Car Show Fundraiser & Marching Band Showcase
Friday, Sept 13                 Football game @JCHS  4:30 – 10:30 pm (school bus)                                                         
Friday, Sept 20              Football game (senior night) vs. Sparkman 5:30-10 pm
Saturday, Sept 21           All day band competition (buses).  Location TBA
Friday, Sept 29               No GAME!! (Bye week)
Friday, Oct 4                 OPTIONAL game during Fall break @ Austin HS
Thursday, Oct 10          Homecoming Parade
Friday, Oct 11th             HC Game vs. Albertville (home) 5:30-10 pm
Friday, Oct. 18               Game @Florence 2:00-12:00 am (school bus)
Saturday, Oct. 19          All day band competition.  (Buses) Location TBA
Friday, Oct 25              Game @ Bob Jones (school buses). 4:00-10pm
Saturday, Oct  26        All day band competition (Buses). Location TBA.
Friday, Nov 1               Game vs. Lee (home)  5:30-10:00 pm.
Friday, Nov 8       Possible playoff game in Birmingham
Monday, Nov 11          Huntsville Veterans Day Parade 10 – 2.

Summer Schedule 2024
May 28-31 (Tuesday-Friday) Rookie Camp 8 -12 (required for new members and leadership team), Color Guard Camp 9-3.
June 30-July 2-Leadership Camp.  Sunday, June 30th will be afternoon/evening.  July 1st and 2nd - all day. (leadership team only)
July 10-12-Make up Rookie Camp 8-12.  Marching Percussion Camp 12-4. (required for percussion in marching band)
July 15 - 19-Band Camp Week #1.  All Day.  (required for all marching band students)
July 22-26-Band Camp Week #2.  All day (required for all marching band students).  Band Camp on July 26th will dismiss at noon.
July 29-31 Additional rehearsals 6-9 pm.
July 26-optional trip to DCI in Murfreesboro for additional cost.

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