Back to Work...

Dear Parents,

Back to work! With March almost behind us, it's time to look ahead to our next events organized by event type: fundraisers, performances, and after school rehearsals. Also, practice logs will be due on Friday and all classes will have their first playing test of the 4th quarter.

March 29 - Instrument Demo/Petting Zoo
From 6-8 PM in the band room, we will be introducing new students to band instruments and getting them excited about choosing band as an elective. Absolute Music will be here, and Mr. Jacques will demonstrate all the instruments to all interested students.

FUNDRAISERS

April 19 - Magic Show featuring Garry Carson
World-renown illusionist Garry Carson will be donating a show to us for the 2nd year in a row! The show begins at 7 PM in the Community Center and tickets are just $10!  More information about Garry Carson may be found here: http://www.carsonentertainment.com/

April 21 - Chili Bingo Night
This community tradition has been hosted by the CMS Bands for at least 8 years, and this event will be just as much fun. From 6-8 PM in the cafeteria, we will have raffle drawings, bingo games, chili tasting, and much more fun!

PERFORMANCES

April 8 - All-State Band performance
Even if your student is not in All-State, you are invited to come watch this concert that features the best performers in our state. The concert begins at 3:00 PM at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Reno.

April 11 - NZNMEA Music Festival - Mandatory for Beginning/Concert Band
This is Beginning Band's third time attending this festival. This mandatory performance takes place during the school day. Students will perform in front of judges, listen to other beginning bands, and eat lunch on the way back. Click here for the informational handout.

April 25 - NZNMEA Jazz Festival - Mandatory for Jazz Band
Although specific times are TBA, this event will take place after school. Transportation will be provided. Additional details will be made available as soon as I receive them.

April 28 - Reno Jazz Festival - Mandatory for Jazz Band
Although specific times are TBA, this event will take place during school hours. Transportation will be provided. Additional details will be made available as soon as I receive them.

REHEARSALS

March 28, 29, 30 - Extra help after school from 2:30-4:00

April 4 - All State Band Members from 2:30-4:30

April 10 - Beginning and Concert Band rehearsal from 2:30-4:00

April 11 - Advanced Band rehearsal from 2:30-4:30

April 18 - Jazz Band rehearsal from 2:30-4:30

Stay tuned for more information about the fundraisers on Friday.

-Mr. Jacques-