Monday 24 April 2023

End of the Year Information


As we inch closer to the end of the band year, I thought it prudent to post some dates for parents and students:

MAY 1st - SR. JAZZ '24 Audition Music comes out.  This audition is open to all band students. Auditions begin in June. There will be a sign up sheet in the band room for an audition time. See dates below.

MAY 26th - Sectional cut off.  Each student must complete a minimum of 2 for each band they are in by this date and record them in the sectional book. - ALL STUDENTS

MAY 28th - (SUNDAY) mass rehearsal for super secret surprise wink wink  ;) 2 - 5pm.  ALL STUDENTS.

MAY 29th - Concert Set up at 3:30PM - 4:00PM - ALL STUDENTS

MAY 30th - Final Band Concert and Awards Presentation - 6:30PM in the Gym - ALL STUDENTS

MAY 31st - Final Jazz Band Concert and Awards Presentation - 6:30PM in the theatre - ALL JAZZ BAND STUDENTS

JUNE 1st - Final Choir Concert in the theatre - ALL CHOIR STUDENTS

JUNE 5th - Final Written Reflection Due - ALL STUDENTS

JUNE 5th - 16th - SR. JAZZ Auditions.

JUNE 12th - all music and instruments must be handed in by this date with the exception of those students still completing their Sr. Jazz audition or are invited to join GRAD BAND.

JUNE 28th - GRAD BAND at the Concert Hall at 7:00AM for their performance at GRAD.


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