Friday, May 29, 2009

Jazz Night Tonight! May 29
Tonight’s the night for Jazz at WSHS! The Vocal Performance will be from 7:00 -7:40 in Auditorium (Admission free), and the Big Band event will take place from 7:45-9:45 in the Commons. Admission is $5 Adult, $3 Students and Seniors. Come one, come all!

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL PARENTS OF BAND, COLORGUARD AND MB STUDENTS!**
We have several positions in the WSHS Band Boosters that need to be filled immediately. Please consider your time and talents toward helping our Bands continue the excellence and traditions that WSHS has developed throughout its early years.  Working together we can help keep this group moving forward for years to come. 

There are many small jobs as well as coordinator positions that have been filled or have been advertised in the previous newsletters, however the following are imperative to continue planning into the summer.
  • Chair and Assistant Booster Chair
  • * Fundraising Coordinator/s (especially Car Washes)
If you would consider filling or helping with these positions or have any questions regarding these positions please contact either Brian Griffiths or Ike Nail.  If you have specific questions they can help direct you to someone who has further information regarding the positions. 
Marching Band Deposits due June 1
All students planning to participate in the WSHS Marching Band and Color Guard need to submit their registration forms and $100 deposits no later than June 1. Registration forms are available in the band room.

Please note: Dr. Nail and Mr. G. have a policy that no student will be turned away due to an inability to pay. Please contact one of the directors directly if your student needs assistance with tuition. Requests will be handled privately.

Drumline—Mandatory One-Time-Only Meeting June 1
If you are interested in playing in the Drumline for summer/fall, please mark your calendar for the Mandatory Meeting on June 1. In past years, several meetings have been held, but this year, meeting space seems to be at a premium, so we will have ONE MEETING ONLY.

The date is Monday June 1 from 3:30-5:30pm at the West Salem Band Room.  This time is mandatory for all those interested in playing in the battery in the fall (snares, quads, and bass drum).  Pit players need not attend this session.  Sooooo, if you are GOING to be a 9th grader through a senior, and you want a shot at the battery you must be there!  This is the only session we are having, so please be ready to play.  I am pretty sure you all know the types of exercises and techniques we use so dust off the sticks and come to play!

For more info, please contact Alan Keown  at alankeown@comcast.net or 541-554-5992.

Orchestra Concerto Concert June 1
Monday June 1 is the orchestra concerto concert featuring wind ensemble members in the orchestra, Brendan Pavelek on Trumpet, and Anna Stipe on Bassoon. This concert will be an annual event - our  most talented seniors will be invited by directors to play a movement of a concerto for an audience on the last orchestra concert students from band, choir, and orchestra will be featured. Audience is welcome to attend at 7pm. More information for students playing in the orchestra will be made available over the next 2 weeks. Thanks . . .
~Ms. Silberman

Drum Major and Guard Captain Auditions June 2
All band and color guard students are invited to attend the first portion of the audition: a live-band conducting audition, color guard skills demonstration, and student interviews of the candidates.  This portion typically lasts from 2:45-4:15.

Reminder: Return Concert Attire
All band students were supposed to return their concert attire after the May 28 concert. If your band student has not returned his/her concert attire, please ensure that it is returned immediately. Thank you! 

Important Dates
Here are some important dates. Please mark your calendars!
  • May 29: Jazz Night, West Salem HS
  • June 1: Final Orchestra Concert
  • June 4: Graduation, Salem Fair Grounds (Students need to meet at the Pavillion at the Fairgrounds, a bus will bring them back to West Times to be announced)
  • August 17: Marching Band Camp Begins

Friday, May 22, 2009

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL PARENTS OF BAND, COLORGUARD AND MB STUDENTS!**
We have several positions in the WSHS Band Boosters that need to be filled immediately. Please consider your time and talents toward helping our Bands continue the excellence and traditions that WSHS has developed throughout its early years.  Working together we can help keep this group moving forward for years to come. 

There are many small jobs as well as coordinator positions that have been filled or have been advertised in the previous newsletters, however the following are imperative to continue planning into the summer.
  • Chair and Assistant Booster Chair
  • Fundraising Coordinator/s(especially Car Washes)
If you would consider filling or helping with these positions or have any questions regarding these positions please contact either Brian Griffiths or Ike Nail.  If you have specific questions they can help direct you to someone who has further information regarding the positions. 
Note: The May 28 Booster Meeting Canceled
The previously planned Booster Meeting for May 28 has been canceled due to a lack of meeting space. Stay tuned to the Booster Newsletter for details on future meetings.

Drum Major and Guard Captain Candidate Meeting May 26 & Auditions June 2
All band and color guard students are invited to attend the first portion of the audition: a live-band conducting audition, color guard skills demonstration, and student interviews of the candidates.  This portion typically lasts from 2:45-4:15.

All students interested in either position are encouraged to attend the candidates meeting on Tuesday, May 26, at 2:45.

Reminder: Return Concert Attire May 28th!
ALL Band students must turned in their concert attire following the final May 28th band concert

Jazz Night Volunteers Needed May 29
We need several parents to volunteer for Jazz Night on May 29. Here are the positions we are looking to fill:
  • Decorating tables:
  • Hanging curtains:
  • Stage and sound:
  • Sell tickets at door:
  • Cut and serve cake:
  • Clean up crew:
Please contact Allyson Baker at sackbaker@msn.com 

Drumline—Mandatory Meeting June 1

Hey Guys and Gals...

We have finally scheduled a day to get the high school drumline set for the summer/fall.  The date is Monday June 1 from 3:30-5:30pm at the West Salem Band Room.  This time is mandatory for all those interested in playing in the battery in the fall.(snares, quads, and bass drum).  Pit players need not attend this session.  Sooooo, if you are GOING to be a 9th grader through a senior, and you want a shot at the battery you must be there!  This is the only session we are having, so please be ready to play.  I am pretty sure you all know the types of exercises and techniques we use so dust off the sticks and come to play.

See you on the 1st.

Alan Keown
541-554-5992

Oregon Symphony Concert
To read a review of the Oregon Symphony Concert, please visit www.orsymsalem.blogspot.com. Students are invited to post comments about their thoughts and experiences of the concert.

Two Thank Yous & An Upcoming Raffle Items Needed
·         Thank you to all the parents who provided cookies and lemonade for the band awards Tuesday night.  The students and parents appreciate your willingness to help make the night a special one.

·         Thanks to all who helped with the bake sale and raffle during the Pre-State Concert!  We are fundraising to purchase more garment bags, hangars and a plume bag.  The band's portion of the proceeds garnered about 1/3rd of the amount needed!

We will be holding a raffle during the end of year concert on May 28th and are looking for donated items.  If anyone wishes to donate, please contact me at conniephillips1956@yahoo.com or 503-391-6082. 

Some of the raffle items being offered are: 

1:  Photography session with Stalnaker's Studios (Junior parents -- think senior photos!);
2:  Gift cards from Some Like It Hot Espresso;
3:  Today's Hair certificate for a manicure;
4:  Starbucks basket;
5:  Ice cream sundae toppings basket.

Thanks to these West Salem businesses for their support of our band program!

Orchestra Concerto Concert June 1
Monday June 1 is the orchestra concerto concert featuring wind ensemble members in the orchestra, Brendan Pavelek on Trumpet, and Anna Stipe on Bassoon. This concert will be an annual event - our  most talented seniors will be invited by directors to play a movement of a concerto for an audience on the last orchestra concert students from band, choir, and orchestra will be featured. Audience is welcome to attend at 7pm. More information for students playing in the orchestra will be made available over the next 2 weeks. Thanks . . .

~Ms. Silberman

Important Dates
Here are some important dates. Please mark your calendars!
  • May 28: Spring Band Concert (7:30 WSHS)
  • May 29: Jazz Night, West Salem HS
  • June 1: Final Orchestra Concert
  • June 4: Graduation, Salem Fair Grounds (Students need to meet at the Pavillion at the Fairgrounds, a bus will bring them back to West Times to be announced)

Thursday, May 14, 2009

State Band Contest Info for Saturday, May 16
West Salem High School Wind Ensemble
State Band Contest Itinerary
Saturday, May 16, 2009

Dress:   All  - plain white under garments without printing or writing

Men -    full tuxedo (coat and pants), white shirt, black bow tie, cummerbund, black socks, black leather-finish shoes

Women - black concert dress, black hose, black leather-finish closed-toe shoes

Schedule:           
1:15 Report to band room, dressed for performance.  There is no time allocated in the schedule to change later; roll check, spot rehearse
2:15 Depart
3:15 Arrive OSU, store cases, get organized
3:45 Warm-up
4:15 Perform              
4:45 Sightread
5:15 Dinner on your own.  You may bring a sack lunch or eat in the student union. Stay in groups.  Let Dr. Nail or Mr. G know where you will be.  You may not drive yourself to dinner.  You must be back by 6:15
6:15 Listen to Sam Barlow, South, Lake Oswego and Reynolds Bands
8:30 Awards
9:30 Board bus, Depart for Salem
10:30 (Approximate) arrive Salem - dismiss after storing equipment

Food: You may bring a non-messy snack for the bus to keep your energy up.

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 and West Salem Band rules for acceptable behavior apply on this and every field trip.  Contact Dr. Nail or Mr. Griffiths immediately regarding anything out of the ordinary.  Do not leave the group for any reason without Dr. Nail's or Mr. Griffiths' knowledge and permission.  Conduct on the bus should be calm, quiet and seated.  If you will not return home on the bus, you must have a note granting parental approval before we leave.  Be safe, be courteous and behave.

Symphony Info
From Daryl Silberman

Hi all,
I understand that little info has been sent home to parents regarding Friday's symphony performance (bus times, etc...) and I want to confirm that the band parents know to send food with kids at 5:30pm tomorrow (Thursday) for our mandatory potluck and symphony dress rehearsal.

~Daryl S.

Band Booster Special Meeting, May 28, 6:15 pm in the WSHS Commons
The hour before the Spring Band Concert on May 28, the band boosters will be holding a special meeting to nominate and elect positions for the 2009-2010 school year. Members of the band boosters are defined as all parents, stepparents, or guardians of all students who participate in West Salem High School band, colorguard, and drumline activities. Note: Each parent/guardian in attendance at a meeting is entitled to one vote in matters where members are eligible to vote. 

We invite you all to this special meeting as we look ahead to next year. Please don't be afraid to attend this meeting. It is possible to turn down a position if you are nominated. Your input is needed and several positions are open for the coming year. It is especially crucial that we elect a Chair and Vice Chair at this meeting. Here is the list of positions open as of today:

Band Directors|
    *Ike Nail
    *Brian Griffiths

Instructional Staff
    *John Freeman
    *Jen Freeman
    *Alan Keown

Executive Officers
*Chair: OPEN immediately
Vice Chair: OPEN immediately
Treasurer/Student Accounts: Vickie Tuttle
Secretary: Connie Phillips

Standing Committee Chairs
News Letter Editor/Parent Liaison: Shannon Riggs
Fundraising Coordinator: OPEN
SCRIP: OPEN
Car washes: OPEN
Entertainment Books: OPEN
Wreaths: Sheila Muller
Concessions: OPEN

Uniforms Coordinator: Deanna Garney and Connie Phillips
        Marching: OPEN
        Concert: OPEN
        Guard: Stacy Larson
Jazz Band Coordinator: Alyson Baker
Public Relations Coordinator: OPEN

Special Committee Chairs

Music Day Coordinators: Orval and Denise Gilmore
Spring Trip Coordinator for 2010-1011: OPEN
Air/Ground Transportation: OPEN
Equipment: OPEN
Medical: OPEN
Chaperones: OPEN
Fund Raising: OPEN
Fall Marching Band Coordinator: OPEN
Registrar: OPEN
Band Camp Coordinator: Michelle Pavelek
Foods: Gilmore, Mitchell, and Bess
Bus Chaperone/Emergency Coordinator: OPEN
Venue Site Coordinator: Scott Liesinger
Assistants: Steve Anderson, Daron Hill
Pit Crew: Michael McIntosh and Steve Anderson
Equipment Loading/Transportation Coordinator: Vickie Tuttle
Fall Colorguard Coordinator: Stacy Larson
Winter Percussion Coordinator: OPEN
Winter Colorguard Coordinator: OPEN

* Non-voting Member of the Board of Directors, with the exception of the Band Chair who shall vote in the case of a tie vote.

Update: Band Uniforms Due May 28
Correction from previous newsletters: ALL Band students must turn in their concert attire following the final May 28th band concert. Thank you!

Marching Band Registration Opening Soon
Information will be coming out soon about our Fall Marching band season. Fare share fees and dates for camp are yet to be determined.

CCTV Videos of WSHS Performances at State
CCTV will again make a DVD of all the WSHS groups' performances at the state contests.  Please see the attached order form for ordering details.

 Volunteers Needed for Teacher Appreciation Luncheon May 27
Now is the time when we as parents show our appreciation to the teachers and staff who work with our kids in so many ways on a daily basis.  Many of us are connected with the teachers already, however a group effort on the part20of the parents and families of West students means a lot to the teachers.

We are gearing up for our annual teacher appreciation luncheon.  It will be held on Wednesday May 27 during both lunches in the Titan room.  We have selected a menu and now we need to get people signed up to help bring food.  In the past, some people have wanted to just donate some money towards the luncheon, that will probably be okay too.  Missy Page will be coordinating our efforts.  What I need from each of the booster presidents is a list of names of people who will sign up for different things.  I think that there are individuals who are willing to help outside of our booster groups too, we will try to contact them as well.  Foundation members feel free to sign up for stuff as well!  We will also need servers the day of the luncheon, so let us know if you want to serve too.

We are need approximately 8 people from each group to donate food items.
These are:
1 pan chicken enchiladas to serve 10-12
1 pan beef enchiladas to serve 10-12
1 crockpot of taco seasoned ground beef
1 crockpot of spanish rice
1 crockpot black beans
1 large bag salad (costco size)
1 large cake or pan of brownies
1 chopped onion, 3 sliced tomatoes

If Athletics, ABC, Grad party and Music each donate the above items that will make a huge difference!  Extra items that may also be donatated: 1 bag of lemons, 2 bags of ice, 1 lg bag shredded cheese, 3 jars of salsa, paper plates, utensils, cups and napkins for 120 staff members.

Contact Christy Beckstrom at beckstromfam@gmail.com.

Important Dates
Here are some important dates. Please mark your calendars! (Note: New dates & times have been added since the last newsletter!)

May 15: State Orchestra Competition, LaSells Stewart Center, OSU, 7:30
May 16: State Band Competition, OSU, LaSells Stewart Center, OSU, 4:15
**May 19: Band Awards 6 pm** We have scheduled an early start so that Dr. Nail can be recognized later that evening at the Oregon Symphony Concert Series in Salem as Music Educator of the Year. Violinist Joshua Bell will be performing at this concert; student tickets are available. More information available here: http://www.orsymphony.org/salem/edu/educator.aspx.

May 23: Jazz Ensemble Recording Session (WSHS)
May 28: Spring Band Concert (7:30 WSHS)
May 29: Jazz Night, West Salem HS
**June 1: Final Orchestra Concert**
June 4: Graduation, Salem Fair Grounds (Students need to meet at the Pavillion at the Fairgrounds, a bus will bring them back to West Times to be announced)

 

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Symphony info for tomorrow and Friday - IMPORTANT!!!

Hi all,

I understand that little info has been sent home to parents regarding
Friday's symphony performance (bus times, etc...) and I want to confirm that
the band parents know to send food with kids at 5:30pm tomorrow (Thursday)
for our mandatory potluck and symphony dress rehearsal.

Please forward the attached information to your symphony parents... thanks
so much for your support of symphony... it's going to be great this year!!!
~Daryl S.

West Salem High School Advanced Symphony – Winds, Brass, Percussion
State Championships Itinerary, Corvallis - May 15, 2009 

MANDATORY POTLUCK AND SYMPHONY REHEARSAL THURSDAY MAY 14
   * 5:30pm in the Commons
    * 6:30pm rehearsal until 8pm
          o A – H = Salads (pasta, green, etc…) 
          o J – T = Main or side dish
          o U – Z = Dessert
          o Bring enough for 6-8 servings.

CORVALLIS INFO FOR FRIDAY MAY 15 
Dress Advanced Symphony: 
   * Men – Full tuxedo (coat and pants), tux shirt, bow tie, black formal shoes, black socks, cummerbund.
    * Women – Black concert dress, black hose or socks, closed-toe shoes. Hair pulled back out of face, no visible jewelry.

Bring:
   * Instrument, music, anything else you need for your instrument – check with Dr. Nail for more info on this
    * Change of clothes in a small bag (there is not much room for storage) if you wish
    * Snacks and food or money (bring at least $10) if you will be eating dinner or snacks there
    * Symphony Shirts if you purchased one

Advanced Symphony
     All students report to the band room by 4:15 and to the bus by 4:20pm
     Bus departs at 4:30pm
         o 18 year old students may drive by themselves if insurance form is on file
          o Students of any age may drive with a parent if note on file
          o Students who have turned in their completed permission form may go on the 8:40am bus

IF YOU ARE NOT TAKING THE BUS, YOU MUST SUBMIT A NOTE TO DR. NAIL. YOU MUST BE IN CORVALLIS NO LATER THAN 6:30 and preferably at 5:30 when the bus gets there!!! 

Return
Bus departs Corvallis at the conclusion of the events – approx. 9:45pm and returns to West an hour later. 

Schedule: 
4:30pm Bus departs West
Dinner
6:45pm Dressed and ready to put flower pins on – meet in lobby
7:00pm Warmup
7:30pm Performance
8:05pm Sight Reading
9pm  Awards
~9:45pm bus departs 

Questions? Daryl Silberman C: 818-317-8218, silberman_daryl@salkeiz.k12.or.us or contact Dr. Nail.  
 
Check this link for more spectator information for May 15:

Saturday, May 9, 2009

Greetings from the 2008-2009 Band Booster Chair
Dear WSHS Band Families:

I want to thank you for all of your support, time, and energy this past school year in all aspects of the band program whether it be marching band, colorguard, drumline, concert bands, jazz band, symphony orchestra or the Pippen orchestra. It is a great feeling to be part of such a wonderful program with so many opportunities for our students. Not every school in the state of Oregon is able to offer students with the plethora of performing groups West has to offer and with such a high standard of excellence. I'm so thrilled and proud of all four of ou r top music groups who will be representing West at the state competition this month. It's a combination of great teaching, supportive parents, and dedicated students that culminate in our success. 

As I leave the band chair position I would like to remind you that parents are a valuable asset to the program. We drive our kids to various lessons, rehearsals, concerts, we buy or rent them their instruments and supplies, we invest money and time and it's all for a great cause. Music in all it's various forms serves a great purpose throughout our lives. If I could leave you with one more thought and encouragement for the band program I would say to you that as parents and volunteers it is important to keep the lines of communication open and to not loose sight of why the music boosters exist:

    * To promote and maintain an enthusiastic interest in the various phases of music activity at West Salem High School.
    * To lend all possible support, both moral and financial, to the Music programs of West Salem High School.
    * To cooperate with those in charge of the West Salem High School to the end that the Music Department be brought to and be kept at the highest possible degree of efficiency.
    * To build and maintain an organization which will help promote the general act ivities of the Music Department.
    * To seek to have parents, teachers, administrators, and the public cooperate in furthering the endeavors of students in music related extra-curricular activities at West Salem High School.

Thank you again for supporting the band program and I personally want to thank you for supporting me. I wish the best for the program in the fall and coming year.

Kami Hettwer

Band Booster Special Meeting, May 28, 6:15 pm in the WSHS Commons
The hour before the Spring Band Concert on May 28, the band boosters will be holding a special meeting to nominate and elect positions for the 2009-2010 school year. Members of the band boosters are defined as all parents, stepparents, or guardians of all students who participate in West Salem High School band, colorguard, and drumline activities. Note: Each parent/guardian in attendance at a meeting is entitled to one vote in matters where members are eligible to vote. 

We invite you all to this special meeting as we look ahead to next year. Please don't be afraid to attend this meeting. It is possible to turn down a position if you are nominated. Your input is needed and several positions are open for the coming year. It is especially crucial that we elect a Chair and Vice Chair at this meeting. Here is the list of positions open as of today:

Band Directors|
    *Ike Nail
    *Brian Griffiths

Instructional Staff
    *John Freeman
    *Jen Freeman
    *Alan Keown

Executive Officers
    *Chair: OPEN immediately
    Vice Chair: OPEN immediately
    Treasurer/Student Accounts: Vickie Tuttle
    Secretary: Connie Phillips

Standing Committee Chairs

    News Letter Editor/Parent Liaison: Shannon Riggs
    Fundraising Coordinator: OPEN
       SCRIP: OPEN
       Car washes: OPEN
       Entertainment Books: OPEN
      Wreaths: Sheila Muller
      Concessions: OPEN

    Uniforms Coordinator: Deanna Garney and Connie Phillips
        Marching: OPEN
        Concert: OPEN
        Guard: Stacy Larson

    Jazz Band Coordinator: Alyson Baker
    Public Relations Coordinator: OPEN

Special Committee Chairs

    Music Day Coordinators: Orval and Denise Gilmore
    Spring Trip Coordinator for 2010-1011: OPEN
        Air/Ground Transportation: OPEN
        Equipment: OPEN
        Medical: OPEN
        Chaperones: OPEN
        Fund Raising: OPEN

    Fall Marching Band Coordinator: OPEN

        Registrar: OPEN
        Band Camp Coordinator: Michelle Pavelek
        Foods: Gilmore, Mitchell, and Bess
        Bus Chaperone/Emergency Coordinator: OPEN
        Venue Site Coordinator: Scott Liesinger
        Assistants: Steve Anderson, Daron Hill
        Pit Crew: Michael McIntosh and Steve Anderson
        Equipment Loading/Transportation Coordinator: Vickie Tuttle

    Fall Colorguard Coordinator: Stacy Larson

    Winter Percussion Coordinator: OPEN

    Winter Colorguard Coordinator: OPEN

* Non-voting Member of the Board of Directors, with the exception of the Band Chair who shall vote in the case of a tie vote.


Update: Band Uniforms Due May 28
Correction from previous newsletters: ALL Band students must turn in their concert attire following the final May 28th band concert. Thank you!

Marching Band Registration Opening Soon
Information will be coming out soon about our Fall Marching band season. Fare share fees and dates for camp are yet to be determined.

CCTV Videos of WSHS Performances at State
CCTV will again make a DVD of all the WSHS groups' performances at the state contests.
 
Volunteers Needed for Teacher Appreciation Luncheon May 27
Now is the time when we as parents show our appreciation to the teachers and staff who work with our kids in so many ways on a daily basis.  Many of us are connected with the teachers already, however a group effort on the part20of the parents and families of West students means a lot to the teachers.

We are gearing up for our annual teacher appreciation luncheon.  It will be held on Wednesday May 27 during both lunches in the Titan room.  We have selected a menu and now we need to get people signed up to help bring food.  In the past, some people have wanted to just donate some money towards the luncheon, that will probably be okay too.  Missy Page will be coordinating our efforts.  What I need from each of the booster presidents is a list of names of people who will sign up for different things.  I think that there are individuals who are willing to help outside of our booster groups too, we will try to contact them as well.  Foundation members feel free to sign up for stuff as well!  We will also need servers the day of the luncheon, so let us know if you want to serve too.

We are need approximately 8 people from each group to donate food items.
These are:
1 pan chicken enchiladas to serve 10-12
1 pan beef enchiladas to serve 10-12
1 crockpot of taco seasoned ground beef
1 crockpot of spanish rice
1 crockpot black beans
1 large bag salad (costco size)
1 large cake or pan of brownies
1 chopped onion, 3 sliced tomatoes

If Athletics, ABC, Grad party and Music each donate the above items that will make a huge difference!  Extra items that may also be donatated: 1 bag of lemons, 2 bags of ice, 1 lg bag shredded cheese, 3 jars of salsa, paper plates, utensils, cups and napkins for 120 staff members.

Contact Christy Beckstrom at beckstromfam@gmail.com.

Important Dates
Here are some important dates. Please mark your calendars! (Note: New dates & times have been added since the last newsletter!)

May 15:           State Orchestra Competition, LaSells Stewart Center, OSU, 7:30

May 16:           State Band Competition, OSU, LaSells Stewart Center, OSU, 4:15

**May 19:      Band Awards 6 pm** We have scheduled an early start so that Dr. Nail can be recognized later that evening at the Oregon Symphony Concert Series in Salem as Music Educator of the Year. Violinist Joshua Bell will be performing at this concert; student tickets are available. More information available here: http://www.orsymphony.org/salem/edu/educator.aspx.

May 23:                Jazz Ensemble Recording Session (WSHS)

May 28:                Spring Band Concert (7:30 WSHS)

 May 29:               Jazz Night, West Salem HS

**June 1:            Final Orchestra Concert**

June 4:                  Graduation, Salem Fair Grounds (Students need to meet at the Pavillion at the Fairgrounds, a bus will bring them back to West Times to be announced)

 

Monday, May 4, 2009

Music Booster Meeting Tuesday
The Music Boosters meet each month on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm in the Band Room. The next meeting is Tuesday, May 5, 2009, at 6:30. We hope to see you there!

SCRIP Orders Still Being Taken – Build Your Student’s Personal Account
SCRIP orders need to be placed by Tuesday mornings at 9 am each week to receive your SCRIP cards the following week. Stock up now on Safeway Cards, Walgreens Cards, Movie Tickets, and more. If you’re spending money at these places anyway, you might as well have some of those funds coming back to the band and to your student’s personal accounts. 

Reminder: Concert Attire Must Be Returned Soon
All seniors must turn in their concert attire following the final concert in May, and the remaining students need to return their concert attire following graduation. This gives us about a two week period for all attire to be returned and accounted for.

Reminder: School policy states that any students who do not return their attire will have their grades withheld or be charged a fee of $200 for a tux or $150 for a dress.

Friends of Music Supports Chris Brantley, Nancy MacMorris-Adix, and Rick Kimball in Upcoming School Board Election
For your information: The Friends of Music has released the following statement of support for the upcoming School Board Election:
On April 6, the Salem-Keizer Friends of Music joined with the Salem-Keizer Coalition for Equality and Stand for Children to hold a Salem-Keizer School Board candidate forum. All of the candidates for Zones 1, 3, 5 and 7 were invited. Chris Brantley, Nancy MacMorris-Adix, Patrick Sieng and Rick Kimball participated. Salem-Keizer School Board members hold important positions in our community. They represent the public--the owners of the schools--set policies, evaluate the level of success of the schools and set future directions. This is an important election.

Based on this  forum and our knowledge of the work of the candidates, the Friends of Music unanimously voted the following statements of support:

 Zone 1: Chris Brantley
We are impressed with his understanding of school important school issues, his experience in education, his long-standing support of music education, his initiative to meet with principals to see what is working  and what needs improvement, and his willingness to meet with the public in this candidate forum.

Zone 3: Nancy MacMorris-Adix
We are impressed with her 15 years of work in Zone 3 as a parent and community member to make schools better for students, her direct work in support of music and a complete education,  her practical understanding of the wide range of issues facing the schools today and her calm, intelligent judgment.

Zone 5: Rick Kimball
We are impressed with his work in his first four year term, his understanding of the important school issues, his support of a comprehensive education that includes strong music instruction, his support of excellence in instruction that is easily seen in music instruction, and his participation in the candidate forum.

The Friends of Music pledge to work with our schools and community to keep education strong during this economic crisis and to maintain a comprehensive education that prepares our young people for success in life.

We encourage everyone to vote for the candidate of their choice -- that's how democracy works best. Ballots will reach the home in early May, and will be due May 19. Please join us in supporting our schools by casting your vote.

Alan Bushong
President, Salem-Keizer Friends of Music

Important Dates
Here are some important dates. Note the new addition on May 19! Please mark your calendars!
May 15: State Orchestra Competition, OSU
May 16: State Band Competition, OSU
**May 19: Spring Band Awards** (New addition to calendar)
May 23: Jazz Ensemble Recording Session (WSHS)
May 28: Spring Band Concert (7:30 WSHS)
May 29: Jazz Night, West Salem HS
June 4: Graduation, Salem Fair Grounds (Students need to meet at the Pavillion at the Fairgrounds, a bus will bring them back to West. Times to be announced)