Oh, band memories... :)
Squad/Section/Captain leader people: we had a meeting today that went over some VERY important information... please make sure you're taking all of what was said to heart, contacting your squadlings, and making sure that EVERYTHING is taken care of before we get to camp on the very first day. We have some serious dedication in this band, which will make our upcoming season basically awesome. I CAN'T WAIT !
Things to Bring to the First Day of Band Camp:
1. a 1/2 gallon water jug (minimum... it may be larger if you like) you can buy these at target or at any sporting goods store... but it is a MUST.
2. Tennis Shoes: we will be running, marching, walking, moving equipment, and doing other physical activity that requires athletic footwear. PLEASE do not wear flip flops or anything of the sort... I promise it will not be fun.
3. Sunscreen: WE WILL BE OUTSIDE... so please take care of yourselves! Sunburn is not only painful, but dangerous, and we want band camp to be FUN in the sun :)
(baseball caps, sunglasses, sun visors, or other protective sun-wear is also encouraged.)
4. Your instruments. I know this is probably a given, but still. Don't be that guy :)
5. WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOTHES! I learned a long time ago that band is not a beauty contest. Athletic shorts, ponytails, and light colored t-shirts/ tank tops are not only recommended, but the preferred band camp style.
6. Squad Leaders should have taken care of dot books and drill books for your squads. These are so so important not only for band camp, but later on in the season as well. Take good care of these things!
7. PLEASE eat a good breakfast before you come to camp! I promise, you will need your energy even in the first 15 minutes of being outside. It's just really really hot! (Also, pack a healthy lunch!!)
What to Expect on the First Day of Band Camp:
1. Arrive at school between 7:30 and 8 am. (If you're driving, please park in the STUDENT parking lot. I know I miscommunicated that to some of you earlier, that was my fault.) If you're being dropped off, go through the normal carpool loop until you see the big long line of band kids standing outside. You can't miss it... there's 168 of us. :)
2. Stand in line for registration. This is prime socializing time! Get to know the person standing in front of you... could turn out to be your best friend!
3. Once you're all checked-in with our lovely band parents, you'll head into the school and go to the auditorium (second door on your left). There, you'll meet up with your squad leader, who will give you your dot/drill books and answer any questions.
4. After that, Mr. Robinson will talk for awhile, then we'll go outside for some intro to visual, then lunch, then music... then it's time to go home! (The exact schedule is posted on the Band website under DOCUMENTS AND FORMS). In any case, expect to go outside, expect to go over the music, and expect to have a GREAT time. I love band camp. :)
In other news, we are THRILLED to announce that we now have a new full-time assistant band director, Mr. Jon Swofford. He has been a leading force in this band program since my freshman year, and it's SO exciting to have him on staff full time. YAY!!
We also have a new staff member that will be working exclusively with the woodwinds! His name is Taylor Savage, he's a saxophone/ mello player, and I know he is going to do a WONDERFUL job making our section the best it can be. Now's our time to shine, woodwinds! :)
Finally, as a reminder, our WOODWIND PASTA PARTY is tomorrow (Tuesday) night!!!! I'm really looking forward to seeing everyone there. :)
See you very very soon!
Love, Sarah
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