A Week of Firsts...

Dear Parents,

This past week was a big week in terms of what your students were able to accomplish. We had our first playing tests, submitted our first practice logs, and either accomplished our first notes or our first songs. Students are also selling tickets for their first band fundraiser of the year.

Jazz Band just finished learning their 2nd song of the school year, and they're moving on to harder music next week! We are also happy to have several new "recruits" trying out the trumpet parts. They will audition into the band shortly and we will have an even more swingin' group!

Advanced Band is well on their way to memorizing Tribute to America. They have also received their first song for the fall concert. With how well they're playing, we are just about ready to begin tackling Nightmare Before Christmas!
Concert Band relearned their first 5 notes with a good tone, as well as basic rhythms. Some students are moving ahead and others are getting extra help from me. This band is coming together and shaping up to be a fine group.
Intermediate Band has finished their first playing test, and they are starting the process of learning Tribute to America. I have also handed them their fall concert music, and they are making decent progress.
Beginning Bands have been introduced to their first 3 notes, and have just completed their first ever playing test! I'd say that in another week, they will be ready for their first song. Keep practicing!

Marching Rehearsals

After school marching rehearsals continue for Intermediate and Advanced students on Tuesday afternoons from 2:30-4:30 PM. Students in these groups are expected be at all rehearsals. Also, students in Concert Band are invited to sit in and check out the music. If they do not wish to learn the music, I have positions available for banner carriers and flags in the back. If they want to march, I will do my best to include them.

Marching Rehearsal/Parade Schedule
September 19, 2:30-4:30
September 26, 2:30-4:30
October 3, 2:30-4:30
October 10, 2:30-4:30
October 17, 2:30-4:30
October 24, 2:30-4:30
October 28: Nevada Day Parade
November 7, 2:30-4:30
November 11: Veterans Day Parade
November 14: 2:30-4:30 PM
November 21: 2:30-4:30 PM
November 28: 2:30-4:30 PM
December 2: Sparks Christmas Parade

Parades are our biggest events in terms of audience and publicity. We always strive for perfection in everything we do, and as a result, we have an outstanding reputation. Last year, we even had a clip of us featured on the news!

Car Wash: September 23
The car wash will be held from 9 AM-2 PM at Grocery Outlet. Spread the word, and check your email to see how you can sign up to help.

-Mr. Jacques-