This Week's Newsletter
December 17, 2023
Director's Notes
Congratulations to our Jazz Band for a terrific performance at the Living Christmas Tree! I’ve received several compliments about your playing and professionalism!
There will be no Jazz Band practice the week we return to school (January 3-5).
Holiday Bingo is attached for any students that wish to participate over the break!
Thank you all for your continued support of the HCMS Band program! I am so grateful for our wonderful students and all of their hard work this year. I wish each of you a restful and relaxing break and a very happy holiday season!
Thank you!
Emily Parker, Director of Bands
This Week:
Monday (12/18) - Holiday Break
Tuesday (12/19) - Holiday Break
Wednesday (12/20) - Holiday Break
Thursday (12/21) - Holiday Break
Friday (12/22) - Holiday Break
Next week:
Monday (12/25) - Holiday Break
Tuesday (12/26) - Holiday Break
Wednesday (12/27) - Holiday Break
Thursday (12/28) - Holiday Break
Friday (12/29) - Holiday Break
Holiday Bingo.pdfImportant Dates for 8th Graders (Rising 9th Grade HHS Band)
Huntsville High Band Interest Meeting. February 15 @ 6:00 PM in HHS Band Room. For all those planning to be in the HHS Band
Color Guard Auditions. April 29-May 3, 4:00 to 6:00 PM @ Huntsville High School. For all interested in being in Color Guard
Concert Band Auditions. May 6 - 10, After School @ Huntsville High School. Required audition for placement for all band students
Marching Percussion Auditions. May 10-11, Friday: 4-8 & Saturday: 8:30-12:30 @ Huntsville High School. Required for all percussion in marching band
Rookie Camp. May 28-31, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, @ Huntsville High School. Required for new members, leadership team, Color Guard Camp
Make-up Rookie Camp. July 10-12, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM @ Huntsville High School. New members that did not attend Rookie Camp
Marching Percussion Camp. July 10-12, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM @ Huntsville High School. Required for percussion in marching band
Band Camp Week #1. July 15-19, All Day @ Huntsville High School. Required for all marching band students
Band Camp Week #2. July 22-26, All Day @ Huntsville High School. Required for all marching band students. Band Camp on July 26th will dismiss at noon.
DCI in Murfreesboro (Optional). July 26, Afternoon/Evening, Meet at HHS and ride bus to Murfreesboro. Additional Cost.
Reminders for Daily Band Class Success:
All Band Members:
Ensure your name is on all band instruments, books and supplies. With so many coming in and out of the room each day, it really helps to be sure everyone keeps up with their things!
Add Flair to your instrument case to make it easier to find!
Don't forget your pencil and band folder.
Beginning Band: bring your Red Tradition of Excellence Book 1 daily (Available at all local music stores and on Amazon)
Symphonic Band (7th/8th Grade): bring your Blue Tradition of Excellence Book 2 daily (Available at local music stores and on Amazon)
Clarinet / Sax Players: Have at least 3 good reeds (strength 2.5) with you
Percussionists: Bring your drumsticks, yarn mallets, rubber mallets, bell (hard) mallets and stick bag
Contact Ms. Parker with questions!