(Contributor: Mr. Griffiths)
The full schedule of events for the upcoming Saturday competition is attached as a “Word” document—please send Jesse email if you need a different format or cannot read the attachment. He can be reached at jesse.seeley@gmail.com. Please read the entire document carefully as there are different call times for the various teams.
Sale Ending on Entertainment Books!
(Contributor: Kathi Robbins)
ATTENTION ENTERTAINMENT BOOK SELLERS!! Our Entertainment Book Sale will be ending Monday, October 13th. All money and unsold books are due at that time. Any unsold books will need to be returned in perfect condition (so that they can still be sold) in order to get full credit, or the cost of the book will be added to the student's account. Any questions call or e-mail Kathi Robbins, 503-999-4199, soggyloafer@comcast.net
Picture of the Week
(Contributor: Joe Gottsch, Jesse Seeley)
Keeping the beat—As part of the “pit” duties between songs, Joey plays an integral part in keeping the beat as the pit and marching band transition to the next song at the Sunset Classic at Hillsboro Stadium September 27th.
If you’d like to see more pictures, please visit WestSidePhoto.net and check out the other band pictures..
Wreath and Poinsettia Sales Annual Fundraiser
(Contributor: Sheila Muller)
It's that time of year…wreath and poinsettia sales—a favorite of many! Packets containing all the information and forms were available for your student to take home this past week (week of Oct. 1st). All profits from this sale go directly into student accounts for use to pay for trips or fair share. Turn forms and money in anytime, but they are due by October 31st. Please mark your calendar with this date! There is a slight typographical error on the form in our favor—the turn-in sheet states the “Mixed Fruit Wreath” is $35, but it is actually $30 like the order form states. Please correct your turn-in form as needed please. If you need more forms or have any questions please contact:
Sheila Muller
503-364-4760
mullersg@comcast.net
Free, Entertaining, or Educational Events Upcoming
(Contributor: Mr. Griffiths)
There are several events that have come across the music department that many of you may find interest in. Some are free, all are no doubt entertaining and/or educational. The IDEAL would be all three, which will be the first event below: “Trombones de Costa Rica”, a master class for ALL musicians entitled “Having Fun with Breathing.” The flier appears below
Several other events are upcoming soon:
- Dallas Brass in Concert at North Salem High School October 16th, 2008 (7 p.m.)
- The above “Trombones de Costa Rica, Friday October 17th @ 8 p.m.
All other details are in the attached “Upcoming Concert & Music Events”. Please send Jesse email if you need a different format or cannot read the attachment. He can be reached at jesse.seeley@gmail.com.
Auction Update
(Contributor: Scotti Rylands)
Just a reminder about the Titan Dinner & Auction, the event is on Nov. 22nd at 5pm it is called a “Evening of Elegance” at the Salem Convention Center. For those of you who are not familiar with it, it is an adult night out (who of us does not enjoy that) and semi-formal attire is suggested, so break out those fancy duds and come have a “elegant” (really fun) evening. For those of you interested there will be a “no host” bar. We have heard it is a very fun night.
Last year Band Boosters had two tables; let’s see if we can get three or four together this year. For every table we fill we get 100% of the proceeds for one of our donated auction items, of our choice. The are 8 seats to a table, if you have a group of friends you would like to sit with now is the time to get them all together while there are still full tables left. Tickets are $30 per person, if you wish to purchase a whole table the cost is $240. Seats are going quickly so don’t wait.
If you have already bought tickets and would like to be part of the Band Booster table(s) PLEASE let Scotti know how many tickets you bought and the names of the people that will be attending. We can then have you placed at a Band Booster table. This way Band Boosters gets credit for full tables. J
We hear there are some great items that are going to be part of the auction. We are still in need of donations; if you would like to make a donation, or are available to help out with rounding some up, please let Scotti know. She has the donation forms. Please remember donations are tax deductible.
We also need a few student and parent volunteers to help set up the auction tables on the morning of the event at about 8 a.m. until we are done. Please let her know if you are available to help with any of these volunteer opportunities. For tickets, donations, volunteers and questions please contact Scotti Rylands at ndrsmom@comcast.net or you can reach her by phone at (503) 269-0887 or (503) 581-4118.
Looking Forward. . .upcoming dates
Below is an excerpt of the information that was handed out at “Parent Night.” It will be updated periodically and appear here regularly in the weekly newsletter.
- Oct 9 All Mini Camp Noon – 4 p.m. Directors handouts or verbal instructions override this notice
- Oct. 9 All Home Game—Football 5:45 p.m. After “Mini Camp” dinner time
- Oct 10 All Mini Camp Noon-6 p.m. Directors handouts or verbal instructions override this notice
- Oct 10 All students & crews Load equipment ~ 6:30 p.m. Equipment load, prepare for PCI
- Oct 11 All PCI Competition (at Sprague H.S.) See attached schedule Call times to be announced by directors
- Oct 25 All OSU Competition (Corvallis) TBD
Oct. 9-11, 2008
Thursday, Oct. 9 – Mini-Camp Part I
- Noon Rehearsal – Full ensemble
- 4:00 Dinner Break
- 5:45 Call Time
- 7:00 Game
- Noon Rehearsal – Full ensemble
- 6:00 Rehearsal ends
- Load for Show
- Please eat a solid breakfast before you come. (Protein and fruits – no sugary carbs).
- Bring a sack lunch from home (again, a healthy meal, please).
- Label your duffel or backpack with your name. You need to fit everything into one bag. You will also be carrying your uniform bag.
- 7:45 Colorguard / Battery call time: hair & makeup / drum warm-up & tune.
- 8:15 Winds Call time. Check-in and drop off gear at “A” wing. Go to stadium w. equipment.
- 8:30 Practice Field rehearsal.
- 10:00 Break rehearsal.
- 10:15 Load drums. Change into uniforms. Big Snack. Load buses
- 11:00 Depart West
- 11:30 Arrive Sprague Percussion / Guard warm-up
- 11:45 Winds: stash gear; brief visual warm-up
- 12:15 Warm up – Music
- 12:45 Pit moves to Gate
- 1:00 Gate
- 1:10 Preliminary Performance:
- 2:00 Awards
- 2:20 Dinner Break
- Finals run between 3:45 and 7:15, with a FULL BAND RETREAT at 7:05 p.m.
- 7:45 Pack up to leave
- 8:30 Arrive back at West and unload.
On this and every other occasion when we will be representing West Salem and the WSHS Band Program as a group, the highest standards of behavior are expected. All school rules for acceptable behavior apply on this and every field trip. Contact a director immediately regarding anything out of the ordinary, especially threatening or abusive behavior. Do not leave the group for any reason without Mr. Nail's/Mr. Griffiths’ knowledge and permission. If you will not return home on the bus, you must have a note granting parental approval before we leave West.
The Four Deadly Sins of Band Travel
(1.) Use of any controlled substance,
Be safe, be courteous and behave well.
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