Nov. 27, 2022

Good evening!

• Now that we are in concert season, we need to make sure that we are focused on bettering our technique and ear on our instruments.

• There are sign-ups on the band window for the different ensembles for the spring.

• To receive lettering credit, you must complete all of the criteria, which I have gone over in class.

• Concert band is a vital part of any music program, if we want to have a successful marching band then it starts with concert band. If you drop concert band then come marching band season, we will be no better than the year before.

• Mr. Leslie will continue to have All-West lessons during class time. Make sure that you bring your $10 for registration.

• If you have not registered for UTM honor band and are wanting to do it please register by Wednesday as I will be doing my portion of the registration then. I have spoke with a few who need me to register you and that is fine.

• Each student is required to have a black hard binder around 1". This is for their music and to have on stage. This is REQUIRED.

• Each individual will be required to perform their 12 major scales from memory for their final exam starting on Dec. 12. This is 15% of their grade for the semester.

• We will be doing parade band on Friday's, make sure you have the correct footwear.

• This Saturday is the Dyer Christmas parade. I will open the band room at 3:30 and we will meet across from food rite at 4:00. This is a required performance for the high school students. We will wear normal uniform so you will need gauntlets, parade top, and both gloves. Dress warm underneath but no jeans.

• Make sure you stay up to date with our band calendar!

• Make sure that you have downloaded the Band app and have joined our class. This is taking the place of remind. We will not be using remind anymore. https://band.us/n/a4a5687fZfyag

• Also make sure to keep an eye on our band website www.gchsmarchingpioneers.org

Fundraiser Info

• Dessert Evening is December. 8^th at 6:30 in the theater/theater lobby. Each grade is in charge of bringing two items (except juniors). These items must be homemade.

  • Freshmen - 1 cake and 1 pie

  • Sophomores - 1 pudding and 1 cobbler

  • Juniors - Case of water

  • Seniors - 1 pan of cookies and 1 pan of brownies

• The desserts will need to be brought in the day of dessert evening.

• Tickets are $10. Students are asked to sell 5-10 tickets. This is for 6 different desserts and coffee, hot chocolate, or water.

• The students will be performing and serving the food.

Upcoming Dates

• Dec. 3 - Dyer Christmas parade 4:00pm

• Dec. 8 - Dessert Evening 6:30pm

• Dec. 11 - Christmas Concert 2:00pm

• Dec. 12 - Final exam begins