Late, late edition

Competition Wrap-Up at U of O’s Festival of Bands Reaps Prelim Sweep, 2A Championship
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley)
Although this late edition brings old news, it can’t go without saying how stellar the WSHS Marching Band performed in this, their final competitive performance of the year. In the same fashion of the three previous competitions, the band placed first in high score in the preliminary show. Going out in final performance style, the band took EVERY SINGLE “Caption Award” for their performances. Placing 4th overall in finals competition with the highest score in the school’s history, the final performance garnered a score of 90+ points, separating them just a few points from the “Open” class powerhouse bands. During the finals award ceremony, the band was presented their 2A Championship trophy and ALSO won the “Best Solo” award for all of the soloists playing in the show.

Picture of the Week
(Contributor: WSHS Marching Band, photo by Kami Hettwer)
2A Champs!!! After a preliminary sweep of all caption awards and high score, WSHS Marching Band was presented with the Championship Trophy for winning the overall points in the 2A Competition group. Great job kids! The inscription reads “NAFPA 2008 AA Class Champions”

Winter Drumline Information Meeting, Monday, Nov. 10
(Contributor: Alan Keown, Jesse Seeley)
There will be a short meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Commons to gather and give out information on this year’s Winter Drumline. Discussed at this past Tuesday’s band meeting, the color guard and drum line will compete in separate classes and be separate from each other. The color guard will have a separate meeting and notification. If you have any interest for this year’s Winter Drum Line, this is the meeting you must attend to gather the necessary information, costs, preliminary schedule, and more.

Jazz Workshop, Tuesday, Nov. 11
(Contributor: Mr. Griffiths)
Although Tuesday, Nov. 11, is a no-school day, there will be a Jazz Workshop. Other useful information:

Jazz Ensemble Fall Workshop
Call time 8:45am
Dismiss 6:00pm
Bring lunch or pizza money

Futures: Jazz Ensemble to WOU on Nov. 20, time TBA

Band Awards Night—Nov. 13
(Contributor: Kami Hettwer)
This year’s band awards will be held at 7 p.m. (to approximately 9 p.m.) in the school Commons area. We understand this conflicts with the “Crystal Apple” awards rally for Mr. Rundquist, but there was no other reasonable date available to schedule this differently. Please join us to honor the band members and the entire team of our 2A champs!

Auction—Sold Out!
(Contributor: Scotti Rylands)
Looks like tickets are sold out (if you missed out and really want to go, let me know, there may be some tickets available but not at specific tables). Music Boosters has three tables this year that is one more than last year. Thanks everyone! That is great! However, we are still in need of donations, big or small—all are appreciated. Just e-mail Scotti at ndrsmom@comcast.net or give her a call at (503) 269-0887. The deadline for items to be considered for verbal auction is the 6th (Scotti needs them by that date) for the silent auction the 13th. We have some great auction items, about 5 or 6 right now, let’s shoot for 10.

We still need a few volunteers to help set up the morning of the auction from about 8am-11am, parents and or students are welcome. Please let Scotti know if you can help. Thanks, everyone!

Band Newsletter #8

A Growing Trend? WSHS Band Takes 1st Place at PCI !
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley, Kami Hettwer)
More hard work, and yet another pay off for the musicians of the WSHS Marching Band as they took home the big trophy for their overall preliminary and finals performances. Sweeping nearly every “caption award” in the preliminary of finals competition, each and every marching band and color guard member contributed in this overall team effort in “High Visuals,” “High General Effect” and “High Percussion.”

Featured in the Statesman Journal, more play-by-play details can be read at Statesman Journal Article -- it will probably only be available until the 19th of October.

PCI Band Retreat – A Sprague High School and PCI tradition, all bands meet on the field for announcements of the finals placements

Picture of the Week
(Contributor: Joe Gottsch, Sharon Anderson, Jesse Seeley)
Rain, rain, go away—In their Thursday football game performance, photographer Joe Gottsch captured this picture and the beautiful combination effect of light and water in the sousaphone section. Luckily, the rain has only been on our games and some practices J

If you’d like to see more pictures, please visit WestSidePhoto.net and check out the other band pictures..Pictures specific to the PCI competition (over 90 pictures) can be viewed here: WestSidePhoto--PCI Competition

Practice and Competition Schedule for week of October 20th
(Contributor: Mr. Griffiths, Kami Hettwer)
The normal rehearsal schedule for Mondays and Wednesdays remains at 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. There is still a pending rehearsal to be held on Friday and the equipment will be loaded after that rehearsal in preparation for the early call time for the competition on Saturday, October 25th at OSU. A draft of the schedule is attached and currently shows a call time at the school for 6 a.m. on Saturday (yes, that is MORNING, or 0600). Please review the attached schedule and direct any questions you may have to Kami Hettwer (mkhett@aol.com) or Dr. Nail (nail_ike@salkeiz.k12.or.us)

Looking Forward. . .upcoming dates

• Oct 24th; All; Pre-Competition rehearsal; Load trucks/trailers after rehearsal
• Oct 25th; All; OSU Competition, Corvallis; 6:00 Saturday morning; slated for 11:22 performance
• Oct 28th; All; Band Recording Session; Announcement by directors to update

Auction Update
(Contributor: Scotti Rylands)
Remember the date: November 22, 2008—The end of October is sneaking up on us. To be considered for the live auction all donations must be turned in by November 1st and “Silent Auction” by November 7th. We have received some great donations for Music Boosters including a Guided Fishing Trip (waiting for more details), 5 nights at a Sunriver Condo (sleeps 8), gift baskets, and more. We still need a lot more though. If you have a donation or can get one for us, please let Scotti know. She has the donation forms that also act as a tax deductible receipt.

And with all those great prizes who would want to miss the fun? There are still tickets available. Music Boosters are trying hard to fill our second table. Please contact Scotti with the names of each person you need a ticket for. She will give you the information at that time for payment on the tickets. Remember it is $30 per person and does include dinner.

If you have already bought a ticket and want to part of our tables, please let us know. The more tickets we sell the higher our portion of the donations will be. For each full table we get 100% of the money raised for 1 item of our choice, from our donations. You can see why we want to fill as many tables as possible. You can contact Scotti at ndrsmom@comcast.net or by phone at (503) 269-0887 or (503) 581-4118.

Wreath Sales Update
(Contributor: Sheila Muller)
REMINDER—Keep selling those wreaths and poinsettias! Turn-in day is Halloween. Questions? Sheila Muller at (503) 364-4760 or email at mullersg@comcast.net

Band Newsletter #4

Music Day Results and Thank You
(Contributor: Marianne Stipe, Denise Gilmore)
Thanks to a BUNCH of people who contributed to this year's Music Day event on Sept. 6. Again this was a big success! The students did another outstanding job in getting the word out there and for their participation in the All City band event held the few days prior and for the follow-up on Saturday morning. To date the total raised thus far has been approximately $19,000-and there are still some outstanding pledges and we still have parents returning the mountain of cans we received as well. But without the organizers, callers, drivers, and other roles that go into an event of this nature, it all doesn't come together. Below is a list (hopefully complete) of the volunteers that also contributed to the overall effort. We'd like to especially thank them for their extra time and commitment to the WSHS Music programs.

Coordinators
Denise Gilmore
Marianne Stipe

Counting, All Around Assistance
Michele Rarnell
Orval Gilmore
Marty Stipe
Alyson Baker

Calling
Linda Sproule
Shannon Riggs

Organization
Susan Wyant

Registration
Rocki Huges
Tami Clarkn

Uniforms
Debbie Harris
Deanna Garney
Dana Holbrook
Trudy McKinnel

Respite Homes and Food
Sheila and Scott Muller (respite home)
Penny and Garry Moyer (respite home)
Vickie Tuttle (respite home)
Dana Matthews (respite food)
Francine DeFord (respite food)
Dana Holbrook (pizza)
Lori Gorman (pizza)

Drivers
Crystal Perry
Connie Phillips
Lori Phipps
Trudy McKinnel
Valjean Pratt
Rod Robbins
Kathi Robbins
Kate Ahmad
Sam Rothweiller
Kevin Beckstrom
John Rylands
Nicole Bess
Michelle Winegar
Derek Bess
Patty Bolstad
Dian Cox Coleman
Kim Erbes
Teresa Goetter
Sue Gresley
Cheryl Hemphill
Kami Hettwer
Patty Hurley
Marcie Ingledue
Art Klosterman
Staci Larson
Jackie Maltzan
Duane Matthews
Kelly McIntosh
Bridget Mitchell
Michelle Pavelek

Pop Cans
Alyson Baker
Ruth Ralby
Phil DeFord

Picture of the Week
(Contributor: Joe Gottsch, Jesse Seeley)
If you'd like to see more pictures, please visit WestSidePhoto.net and check out the band pictures, pictures of band camp, and oh yeah, there are some of the football games (and other events throughout the year) too.

Possible Salem, northwest region, even U.S. high school history in the making? If it has been previously accomplished, chances are it was by a certified high school student, but this picture of the week highlights the accomplishments of a Walker Middle School student (Rosie Gottsch)-possibly the first female quad player in at least her category of youngest female to play quads in an Oregon high school marching band.

Student Accounts and Fair Share Update
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle)
Statements will be mailed out to those families who have outstanding balances for Fair Share. All balances are due unless arrangements have already been made. Please mail payments to:

Vickie Tuttle-Student Accounts
West Salem Band Boosters
1587 Goldcrest Ave NW
Salem, OR 97304

Alternatively you can also deposit into the green lock box in the band room. If you have questions please call 503-588-0968

Titan Auction-Coming Soon!
(Contributor: Scotti Rylands)
This year's Titan Auction and Dinner, “Evening of Elegance,” is Nov. 22 at 5 p.m. It is shaping up to be a wonderful evening of FUN. Tickets are $30 per person or $240 for a table of 8. The more full tables we sell the more proceeds we (Band Boosters) receive from the auction. So let's get those tables filled up. Tickets are already selling like hotcakes - there are only 216 left, which is half of what was originally available for the entire evening. Let me know as soon as you decide you want one, two, three or a whole table. Get with your friends and go together on a table. Remember the more full Band Booster tables we put together the more we Band Boosters will receive from the event auction.

With that said, we are also in need of donations big and small. We receive a percentage of each of the items we have donated. We have donation forms so please contact me if you would like to make a donation or have received a donation to go towards the auction. Remember, donations are tax deductible.

We are also in need of a few volunteers to help set up the auction tables the morning of the event, at 8 a.m. This should be band students as well as parents. We need about three students and 1-2 parents. Please let Scotti know if you can help.

Please contact Scotti Rylands at (503) 269-0887 for questions, donation forms and ticket and/or table sales ($30 per person or $240 per table). You can also reach her by e-mail at ndrsmom@comcast.net .

Thank you. I am sure the night will be a blast!

Uniform Update: All Band Members Must Have Black Socks!
(Contributor: Deanna Garney)
Please remember to bring black socks when dressing in uniform. No ankle-length or quarter socks. They must cover your ankles completely. Pick up a bag of inexpensive black cotton socks from Target, Fred Meyers, Wal Mart... You will need to have 2-3 on hand at competitions. There is nothing worse then spending an entire day marching in wet socks. We also need to have some in stock at school to help out those who do forget theirs, so if some of you could donate a bag that would be great. If there are any questions or concerns regarding uniforms please contact me at anytime: Deanna Garney at dg5758@comcast.net

Encore Posting: Entertainment Books? Need some? Need More?
(Contributor: Kathi Robbins)
If you need more Entertainment Books, please contact Kathi Robbins directly at soggyloafer@comcast.net

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

• Sept. 19: All, home football game. Students will be informed call times by directors
  
• Sept. 27: All, Sunset Classic, Hillsboro
  
• Oct. 9: All, Mini Camp, Noon - 4 p.m.
  
• Oct. 9: All, home football game, after “Mini Camp”
  

Summertime news brief

Summer Fun, Concerts, Events to Plan for

The Sound of Caribbean—Come Listen, Learn to Play the Steel Drum
(Contributor: Blair Davis, edited by Jesse Seeley)
Come to a FREE practice concert tonight and hear the “sound of the Caribbean”—the steel drums. Tonight’s performance is more of a private gathering to see what is to come at this weekend’s “World Beat”. That will be something to come and see too, but there is admission to that performance (not sure of how much), but West Salem band members group called “Steel Time” will be playing the steel drums (pans) in making the sounds made famous in the Caribbean. “Steel Time” will be performing this Sunday (June 29th) at 4:00 p.m. in the “Americas Area”. Anyone that would like to enjoy some music or wants to learn how to play them next year during the school year should DEFINITELY come tonight and then to the “World Beat” event this Sunday. Here’s more specifics:

• Tonight, Friday, June 27 Bush Park, at approximately 7 p.m.
• Sunday, June 29 “World Beat” event will be playing at 4 p.m. (Editor’s note: at Bush Park I’m assuming, contributor didn’t specifically state)
  

For any questions concerning this, please contact Blair Davis via email at wublu07@yahoo.com

Band Camp Uniform Fittings
(Contributor: Deanna Garney)
We will need help from parents at this year’s band camp for fitting members for their Uniforms. We will need about 4-5 people for at least 4 separate evenings from 6-9pm. The first couple of nights we fit gloves and shoes. Then we fit uniforms & shakos (the band “hats”). I think the most help will be needed for the uniforms and shakos. You don't need to know how to sew. If you can hem pants that is a great value add to the team, but not necessary. It's easy to do and goes much quicker if there is plenty of help. Also, I think we will need at least 3-4 people to commit to helping with Football games and Competitions. It would be great if we had a designated “Plume” person.

For details, contact Deanna Garney via email at dg5758@comcast.net

Titan Auction—Still Seeking Help
(Contributor: Kami Hettwer)
We’re still seeking help for the 2008 Titan Auction. It’s not too soon to start thinking about this November 2008 event, so please mark it on your calendar. The Titan Foundation Auction will be held on November 22nd 2008. We need help collecting items for silent and oral auction and we need help selling tickets to the event. The more tables of 8 we sell the more money we get from our items we sell at the auction. Let's get a team together now so that we can start planning for next year's auction and raise needed funds in support of our great band program! For more information, please contact Kami Hettwer mkhett@aol.com.

Band Camp—Dates/Reminder
(Contributors: Kami Hettwer, Directors, Jesse Seeley)
There is an attached flyer with the below information as well as more detail on this upcoming event. We wanted to get the word out as soon as possible before all took off for the summer and also to better plan your summer vacations and to get this on your calendars right away. Studentsà tell any/all your friends at the Middle School level (that will be incoming freshmen) about this in the event they’d like to participate—many times they don’t find out or “get the word” because we don’t sent to a middle school distribution list and only siblings of other WSHS end up “in the know”. Below are the dates of both the “Pre-Camp” and the regular two-week session everyone knows as “Band Camp."

• Event: “Pre-Camp”
• Dates: August 7th & 8th
• Times: Registration August 7th only @0800-0845
• Pre-Camp starts at 0900
• Who: Battery, Pit percussion, Guard, & Leadership
• Overnight: “Band Council” officers, Field officers, & other designated leadership roles

• Event: “Band Camp 2008” (Full Camp)
• Dates: August 11th through August 22nd
• Times: Registration August 11th only @0800-0845; 0900-1200 Marching; 1300-1600 Music (inside); 1800-2100 Full Ensemble
• Who: ALL instruments, positions
• Overnight: “Band Council” officers, Field officers, & other designated leadership roles

• Event: “Parent Meeting” for Band Camp
• Dates: First night of band camp--August 11th
• Times: Exact time TBA
• Who: ALL parents of Band Camp participants
• Where: TBD

Parent Volunteers Sought for help at “Band Camp”
(Contributors: Michelle Pavelek, edited by Jesse Seeley)
Mark your calendars now as this will creep up on us and our vacations. What better way to get to see the development of a great program but with a “front row seat” at every rehearsal (well, if you WANT to see every one J). The now infamous “Titan Band Camp” is scheduled for August 11-22!!! Here are some ways that you can support our award winning marching band and your volunteer time would be greatly appreciated:

• Donate snacks such as individual granola bars or popsicles
• Chaperone at the Lock-in on August 15th
• Help at the parent night potluck on Friday, August 22nd
• Serve breakfast on August 16th (morning after the “lock-in”)

The “Titan Band Boosters” are looking for someone to coordinate several car washes this summer (please contact Kami Hettwer directly if you can help at mkhett@aol.com

Parents, please contact me at j.pavelek@comcast.net if you would like to volunteer to assist during camp.

Sincerely,
Michelle Pavelek
Band Camp Coordinator

Remaining Color Guard “Mini Camp” Dates
(Contributors: Kami Hettwer, Jen Freeman)
Put it on your calendar now if you are interested in getting some extra instruction to be ready for the regular “band camp” sessions in August. If you or any of your friends are interested in Color Guard for the 2008 School Year (2008-2009), take advantage of these mini-camps. The info for them is below. If there are any questions, please direct them to Jen Freeman via email at jfreemanj@hotmail.com . In the attached flyer, please also note the “Car Wash Days” for Color Guard (July 5th, & July 26th) . . .

If you are new to this activity, please contact Jen Freeman at the email address above. All information on the “guard” will be going out via mass email or phone tree directly from Jen & John Freeman. Please make sure you are on the roster to receive any summer guard information.

• Dates: July 1st, July 22nd
• Times: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; 1:15 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Where: TBA (for the July 1st, 22nd) will be a field/room TBD

Band Newsletter #15

Band Awards—Tuesday, November 27th, at 6:30 p.m. in the WSHS Commons
(Contributors: Brian Griffiths, Vickie Tuttle, Jesse Seeley)
Just a reminder about this rescheduled event that we reported on last Wednesday. We’re still on to enjoy some refreshments and honor our Titan Marching band. Again the info:

When: Tuesday, November 27th, 2007
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 (time approximate)
Place: WSHS “Commons”

ANOTHER Football Playoff Game—Special Planning
(Contributors: Vickie Tuttle, Brian Griffiths)
As many already know the WSHS Football Team is headed to the Semi-Finals this Friday (Nov 30th) evening at 8:00 p.m. at PGE Park in Portland. The Band will be taking buses and will have a call time of 4:45 p.m. this Friday. Mr. Griffiths would like students to bring a sack dinner and wear as warm of clothes as possible (as well as rainwear if necessary). We will probably bring the ponchos, but extra personal raingear personal comfort. The word on the news is that Friday's high will be 35 and low around 28. Since the team is playing late it's going to be cold. Also see requests below. . .

Special Requests:
1. We need a truck to transport the 10 drums from drum line and the tubas (3 or 4). I have sent a request to one driver but if he cannot we will need to get someone.
2 . Hand warmers. We’ve run out of those hand warmers and funds to supply more for this event—we would appreciate anyone’s donation of these—contact Vickie Tuttle directly at tuttle84@comcast.net

Additions/ Reminders to upcoming events
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle, Patricia Nielsen)
Saxophone Clinic at WSHS
Saxophonist and International Concert artist Joseph Wytko will be performing with the Wind Ensemble at Willamette University (Hudson Hall) this Wednesday (Nov 28th) at 7:30 p.m. The following day another special treat and opportunity for WSHS students—Joseph Wytko will be holding a private Master Class to all interested WSHS students. The event will be right after school at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 29th. The exact room will be announced by the WSHS Music Directors. The concert at Willamette University AND the clinic are FREE.

Free Chamber Music Concert at Willamette
Chamber Music at Hudson Hall on Thursday, November 29th, just after holding the clinic for WSHS, Mr. Wytko will be sharing the stage with Randy Kem, David Ingram and guests such as Andy Kronser, Richard such, Greg Angeloni and Mark Powers. This concert will be at 8:00 p.m. and is also FREE!

Percussion/Marimba Clinic at Weathers Music
There will be a special guest soloist coming to Weather’s Music. Nathan Daughtrey will perform on a special five octave marimba made available through Weathers music. Nathan Daughtrey, a clinician endorsed by Vic Firth and Yamaha, will conduct a special (FREE) clinic in the Bach Room at Weathers Music on Friday, December 14th at 4:00 p.m... Marimba and mallet players from the area are invited to this free clinic.

Reminders: Future/Upcoming Events
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle)
Sent out in last week’s Early Edition, below are reminders and some clarifications added.

Trumpet Fanfare
What: Oregon State Tree Lighting ceremony
Where: Oregon Capitol Building
When: Thursday, Nov. 29th -- Performance at 5:30 p.m.
Call time: TBA
Who: Still-to-be-selected musicians

Civil War Auction Performance
What: Boys and Girls Club gig
Where: Salem Convention Center
When: Thursday, Nov. 29th
Call Time: Approx. 6:30 p.m.
Who: Interested students contact Mr. Griffiths immediately!

Percussion Gig
What: Holiday Green Show
Where: Oregon State Fairgrounds (tentative)
When: Saturday, December 8th (times TBA)

Holiday Band Concert
What: WSHS annual music concert
Where: Auditorium at WSHS
When: Thursday, December 13th at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7:20 p.m.)
Call time: TBA

Reminder: Uniform Fittings – Formal Concert Attire
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle)
Deanna Garney is in need of several volunteers that can come to the school next week, November 26 – 29th to continue fitting tuxes and concert dresses during the morning classes. Please contact her at dg5758@comcast.net or tuttle84@comcast.net - Vickie-503-588-0968.

Reminder: Concessions Request
Our band needs to provide concessions volunteers at the January 8th Girls Basketball Game arriving at 4:30 for duty. We need two adult volunteers and three students. This is a great opportunity for anyone involved in Winterguard/Percussion activities. Please contact ASAP: Vickie Tuttle at tuttle84@comcast.net or 503-588-0968.

Winter Ensemble—LAST CALL!
(Contributor: Alan Keown, Jesse Seeley)
There are only a few people that need to get in touch with Alan (you know who you are J — e-mail directly from him on 11/23/07). For those of you that DID attend the meeting over a week ago, it is IMPERATIVE that he hear from you to confirm your interest. If you are still interested but have NOT yet notified Alan Keown of your interest to participate in the Winter Ensemble (a.k.a. Winter Theatre compiled of percussion, auxiliary/guard, props, etc), he must also hear from you immediately! Contact Alan directly at alankeown@COMCAST.NET or immediately advise Mr. Griffiths of your interest. Time is of the essence as the program begins its design this week!

Football Playoff Game—Saturday, November 24th
(Contributor: Brian Griffiths)
Practices and exact schedules will be discussed with the band by the directors. This will be a pre-game and stands only performance.

When: SATURDAY, November 24th, 2007
Who: Jazz Labs I and II are covering the gig.
Call time: 11:00 a.m. (Game at 1:00 p.m.)
Additional info: Bring lunch or money for concessions.

Auction Update
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle)
The evening was a tremendous success. The actual amount collected to be announced by the Foundation. Band had some very successful items auctioned, especially our Drumline Wake up Call. Percussion players: stay tuned for actual booking of the wake up call.

Notes from Band Booster Meeting (held November 19, 2007)
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle, Jesse Seeley)
Below are abbreviated notes from the recent Band Booster Meeting held this past Monday to discuss the ongoing volunteer and program needs of the WSHS Music and MB Program. Continuing leadership and volunteer structure was discussed along with immediate goals for the 2008-09 year. More detailed minutes should become available in the near future. Some action items were discussed and will be covered at our next meeting on January as well as publication of budgets and detailed information of how the organization is run. Some immediate goals discussed and tabled for action at our January meeting are:
• Create silk boutonnieres and corsages for OSAA and jazz events — tabled
• Design and plan for construction of better shelving in the Percussion Room
• Request for some major storage solutions for Music Department. Immediate call for anyone who has a connection to, or storage facility available to store MB equipment at a nominal rate or donation. At minimum we have a large timpani trailer, pit rack and prop carts that need to be stored offsite of the school until a more permanent solution is found.
• Need for trailer to haul percussion equipment to the percussion gig at the Fairgrounds on Saturday, December 8th.
• Trip Coordinator will be needed for the 2008-2009 Year. Directors will present trip ideas at the January Booster Meeting.
• Discussion and vote on fees for the 2008 fall marching season.
• Vacant volunteer positions to be filled for the 2008-2009 School year. Planning ahead - Fundraising Coordinator, MB Events Coordinator, Auction Coordinator, Music Day Coordinator as well as committee members. We have many parent volunteers that will be graduating with their students this year and next year. If you want to see the program continue to grow and prosper please plan to help contribute in some small way.

Editor’s Corner: Quote/thought for the week
(Contributor: Monique Seeley)
“Your life is like an orchestra: Properly conduct yourself, and keep your manners tuned”
Author unknown [quoted by Joseph Simmons, aka “Run” of Run DMC, on his MTV show “Run’s House”]

Band Newsletter #13

“Band Awards”—Fire Drill
(Contributors: Vickie Tuttle, Jesse Seeley)
It was a nice try, but fire alarms and a mandatory evacuation halted this and other events going on last night at a VERY busy WSHS. To all of those that contributed to the lovely desserts and refreshments, we can’t thank you enough! We were advised earlier (separate email from Vickie) that those desserts would somehow make their way to the music department, teachers, and possibly the fire department. We now will move to Plan B — as soon as we figure out what Plan B is you’ll be updated. We await word on when the awards event will be rescheduled—stay tuned here for the next update or newsletter.

For those who were expecting to pick up their DVDs, please contact Jim McKinnell and myself and we will schedule a time for pickup/distribution or obtain your mailing address to direct mail to your house.

Events November 15th & 16th & 17th
(Contributor: Mr. Griffiths, Jesse Seeley)
1. November 15th WOU Jazz Festival update
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley, Mr. Griffiths)
“Be there, or be square” (a quote from the REAL jazz days… can you say “Beatnik” —sorry kids, we’re talking music history -- these were even before the hippies. J). This is a reminder about this Thursday’s Jazz Festival at Western Oregon University in Monmouth.

Call times:
When: Thursday, November 15th, 2007 – Bus departs immediately after 3rd period.
Where: Western Oregon University (directions: http://www.wou.edu/online_catalog/display/campus_maps.php)
Campus Map: http://www.wou.edu/wou/maps/
Return: Approximately at 6:00 p.m.

Other info — At press time it was unknown what time WSHS Jazz Band was scheduled to play. See attached “WOU Maps, directions” document/picture which includes directions from West Salem to WOU campus, overview of route, campus map, parking recommendations, and campus phone number. Admission is free. All of the information was given to me by the receptionist at WOU (503.838.8000)

2. November 16th WSHS Football Playoff Game
(Contributor: Mr. Griffiths)
The call times and game time are yet to be announced, but plan on this Friday game (16 November). Practices and exact schedules will be discussed with the band by the directors. This will be a pre-game and stands only performance.

3. November 17th WSHS Annual Auction
Ready for this year’s auction? We hope to see as many there as possible. If you can still volunteer or have any final/last minute items to donate to the auction, please contact Vickie immediately or by phone at (503) 588-0968,

Winter Ensemble (a.k.a. “Winter Guard” or “Winter Drum Line”)
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley)
There was a great turnout at this past Monday evening’s meeting. Topics discussed were the details of the program, schedule, venues, and costs. There was a handout that included most of this information. If you were unable to attend the meeting and would still like information, please contact: Mr. Griffiths Griffiths_brian@salkeiz.k12.or.us

If you’d like a copy of the handout please send me email directly (jesse@hp.com), include in the subject line “Winter Ensemble Handout” and it will be sent to you

Band Booster Meeting—Monday, November 19th
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle)
Important - Now that Marching Season is complete the Band Boosters will be holding a Booster Meeting every other month on the 3rd Monday. Our fist one will be Monday, November 19th. I will be trying to get the Titan Room but if we don't then it will be held in the band room. It will be held at 6:45 p.m. The meetings will be held in November, January, March and May. These meetings will be important in maintaining a well functioning support team for the band and continuity so that as senior parents graduate out there is time to pass on vital information and structure. We still have many activities in the coming year to support such as: Concerts, Winter Percussion, Color Guard, Solo's and Ensemble, Jazz Trip to Idaho, Fund Raising, OSAA Contests, Jazz Night, and also a major goal of a storage unit or site. Please plan on attending if at all possible. Everyone is welcome!

Order DVD of all WSHS Marching Band Events
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley, Jim McKinnell)
For those who’ve already placed your orders for these DVDs, they will be ready at tonight’s (Wednesday) Band Awards. If you didn’t order one, there may be a few available — minimally there’ll be a sign-up sheet if you’d like a copy of your own. This menu-driven production is available for you to order for a mere donation to the band (a $10 suggested donation is a good round number J). Again, we’d like to get these into every parent and grandparents’ home, so if you can’t find the funds, let us know so we can help you get this priceless memory in a DVD player (or Christmas stocking) near you J. To order via email, send to: jim.mckinnell@hp.com. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery to your house if you don’t pick one up tonight. Make checks payable to “WSHS Band Boosters.”

Upcoming Event Rehearsals
(Contributor: Mr. Griffiths)
To prepare for the upcoming (December 8th) Festival of Lights Parade through downtown Salem, there will be some short rehearsals in the near future. So the marching band members need to put aside some time for these rehearsals as follows:
Thursday/Friday, December 6th & 7th after school
Parade Day, December 8th, TBA

Schedule of airing of Marching Band events on Channel 22
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley)
There have been many of the events taped by the great folks over at CCTV (Channel 22 on Comcast), and I wanted to take this opportunity to give you those listings of the remaining viewings.

PCI: PCI event on CCTV (Channel 22)
The remaining viewings for this are:
November 22nd at 10:00 a.m.
November 24th at 4:00 p.m.
November 25th at 10:00 a.m.
November 25th at 4:00 p.m.

NW Marching Band Championship at OSU: NW Marching Band Circuit Championships at OSU
The remaining viewings for this show are:
November 27th at 2:58 p.m.

The latter (NWMBC at OSU) is available as on DVD from the OSU band site. The cost is $30 and must be ordered using the form available at: OSU DVD Order form (note: at press time there were issues getting to this form—the full address is: http://osumb.oregonstate.edu/osumbc/07.cctv.order-form.pdf

For more great programming information, go directly to CCTV’s Web site.

Band Newsletter #11

IMMEDIATE ACTION PLEASE! Items still needed for upcoming Auction
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle)
The Band is still looking for a few donations for the Foundation Auction. If you are going to donate something that will be considered for the Oral Auction I will need to get a donation sheet completed and turned in on Thursday or Friday and Silent Auction Items by next week. Please contact Vickie immediately. Below is a sampling of what we have thus far. Come on folks! Last minutes are upon us! How about a trumpeter’s wake up call? Flute wake up call? No? Maybe not...saxophones are loud J Auction off one of your skills? Any and all ideas welcome!

#1. Guided Fishing Trip, $525, Mike Winegar
#2. Hawaii Condo, $2,000, Jim and Mary Eastridge
#3. Drumline Wakeup, Priceless for the smile on your face, WSHS Titan Drumline
#4. Dinning on the Hill for party of 8, Personal chef and wine steward, $400, Jim and Mary Eastridge

Let’s try to come CLOSE to matching the Eastridge's donations (it might take a few of us, but let’s give it a go!)

Pre-Competition Practice—Friday, November 2nd, 2007
(Contributors: Brian Griffiths and Vickie Tuttle)
Students will be rehearsing Friday, 11/2/07, but was not available to the editor at press time. Your students will have been advised through one of the band directors. As per the normal routine, the trucks will be loaded immediately AFTER practice (7:00 p.m.) to be ready for the logistics team early departure Saturday morning (7:00 a.m. for most of them)

Competition Saturday--Circuit Championship at OSU—Student specifics (show details follow this section)
(Contributors: Brian Griffiths, Vickie Tuttle)
Call time details—all times approximate (includes practice at WSHS and at competition site) – students

Saturday-3 November: Student Schedule (times approximate)—Full Schedule in Band Room
8:45 Call time. Check in and drop off gear at A Wing. Go directly to stadium
11:00 Depart for Corvallis
2:52 Preliminary performance
4:20 Awards (prelims)
5:00 Dinner back at base camp (look below for note on Final Note from Chef Mary)
TBD Warm-ups prior to Finals performance
6:00 Finals begin
TBD Finals Performance
10:00 Awards (Finals)
10:30 Pack up to leave
00:01 Arrive back at West Salem HS, unload, de-brief

Note: Our evening schedule, including dinnertime, changing, warm-up, performance, and loading, will depend on our placement in Prelims. All times are approximate.

OSU Info Details – Parents and Friends
NWMBC Circuit Championship at OSU
This is the last competition of the year, so hopefully those that haven’t made it out to a previous one will be able to make it to this one. Ticket information as follows:
Adults: $15
Students/Seniors: $10
Programs: $5

Parking will be available in the new OSU Parking Structure. We were also pleased to hear that our own WSHS Alumnus Clare Rhine will be one of our band hosts. Yeah, Clare Bear! J

Day’s Schedule:
Gates open to public at 7:30 a.m.
Preliminary round starts at 8:00 a.m., lunch break at 12:15 p.m.

WSHS is slated to perform during the Prelims at2:52 p.m.
OSU Marching Band performs at 4:00 p.m. and 9:44 p.m.
Prelims conclude with Awards Ceremony at 4:20 p.m., followed by a dinner break
Finals begin at 6:00 p.m., concluding with Finals Awards Ceremony at 10:00 p.m.
WSHS’ slot for finals competition will be determined at the end of the Preliminary round

Full tentative schedule of bands (PDF)

Venue Map:
If you are not familiar with the campus and the aforementioned new OSU Parking Structure, please refer to this venue map (PDF).

Directions to OSU Reser Stadium
1 Take Highway 22 West to Highway 99 (south)
2 Stay on 99W for ~30 miles, you’ll come into Corvallis city limits.
a After Circle Blvd (Jiffy Lube on right) continue on for about two miles to SW Western Boulevard.
b Turn RIGHT on Western Boulevard, follow for ~ ¾ mile
3 Probably best for PARKING is to turn right on 26th Street and look for parking signs.

FINAL Note from Chef Mary on Meal Planning (she graduates this year L)
(Contributors: Entire volunteer team)
We can ALWAYS use a little bit of extra help at mealtime (approximately 4:30-6:00 p.m.). So if you want to just come on down and give us a hand that would be great! Don’t feel shy! We can use all the help possible to get the musicians back to their jobs of getting ready. If you have any questions on where to go, please contact Vickie Tuttle or Kami Hettwer

Picture of the week
(Contributor: Photo by Steve Anderson, editorial by Jesse Seeley)
They affectionately call themselves Gearheads J The audience only really sees the gears, but this team is the integral part (literally) in this year’s band providing the behind-the-scenes turning of the gears visual effect. With the added visual effect they provided and the color guard’s great work at our very first competition this year, they helped garner one of this year’s earlier caption awards for visuals and effects. The Gearheads are:
1st row (sitting): Shannon Maltzan, Isaac Sutton, Miranda Bolstad
2nd row (kneeling): Emma Nielsen, Peter Anderson, Hannah Hill, Jenessa Hettwer
3rd row (standing): Rory Phillips, Matlyn Perry, Miranda Morse, Sky McKinnell, Rachelle Grenya, Ethan Sutton, Carl Kreitzberg

We couldn’t leave this subject without mentioning that there was significant input on the musical perspective and the timing of the gears to the music. This was provided by the chaperone of the Gearheads, Connie Phillips. And of course the entire project was taken on and coordinated by (as well as musical instruction the timing of the spinning) Kami Hettwer. Thank you to the entire team of Gearheads! It couldn’t have been done without you!

These pictures (above) will be made available to the parents of the Gearheads and were not part of Joe Gottsch’s Web site this week. Because last week’s show was out of town, Joe Gottsch was not able to attend, but I’ll again mention his Web site in case you haven’t had a chance to visit Joe’s website, here it is again: WestSidePhoto.net. Visiting is FREE!

Forwarding-looking at upcoming events on the 2007/2008 Calendar
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley)
Here’s a look at an excerpt from the Calendar of Events:
11/14 Fall Band Awards
11/15 Jazz WOU Jazz Festival
11/16 Titan Band – Football playoff game at West
11/16-19 WIBC in Tacoma, WA
12/08 Titan Band – Festival of Lights parade
12/13 Holiday Concert

Winter Drum Line?
(Contributors: Brian Griffiths, Alan Keown, Jesse Seeley)
It looks like it’s coming together! So if you’re a drummer, percussionist, or want to be, this will be the place to be this winter. Keep your eyes tuned here for more information.

Editor’s Corner: Quote/thought for the week
(Contributor: Mary Eastridge, Jesse Seeley)
Mary brought up a good quote for the week and is especially for those that volunteer their time to a common cause. In particular of course the WSHS Marching Band volunteers, this one is especially for you.

"We ourselves feel that what we are doing is a drop in the ocean, but the ocean would be less because of that missing drop."
Author: Mother Teresa

Orchestra News

1) Thank you to all students, parents, families and friends for attending the Fall Orchestra concert. Anyone interested in a very non-professional video of the concert is welcome to bring a CDR to Ms. Silberman who will burn them a copy. Huge thank you to the parents who helped out before, during, and after the concert - your help is so valuable and appreciated!

2) Salem Chamber Orchestra is playing Saturday night and Sunday afternoon - a special concert 'side-by-side' with the Salem Youth Symphony strings. Information can be found at www.salemchamberorchestra.org - student tickets are $5, as always. Remember, students need to turn in 2 concert reviews per semester - and very few students, to date, have turned in a review. Students also receive extra credit points for attending SCO and Oregon Symphony concerts.

3) Another great concert-going opportunity: The Grace Goudy Distinguished Artists Series will present the St. Lawrence String Quartet with clarinetist Todd Palmer on Monday, Nov. 5, at 7:30 p.m. in Hudson Hall at Willamette University. The quartet will present a master class for strings Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 11:30-2:30 p.m. The class is free and will be in Hudson Hall on the Willamette campus.

Any student in my String Ensemble or Symphony Strings class would be easily 'excused' from my class if they were to attend the free master class. Students could review this masterclass for review credit and apply for 'extra credit' upon showing proof of attending the masterclass. The Monday evening concert will be great - the Grosse Fuge is one of my favorite Beethoven string quartets!

The quartet has inspired audiences across the globe with recent tours of North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Their recordings have garnered critical acclaim, drawing Grammy nominations and winning Canada's Juno Award and Germany's Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik.

Tickets for the concert are $20 for adults and $12 for students and seniors, and are available at the Pentacle Theatre Ticket Office in Salem at 145 Liberty Street NE, Suite 102. Tickets can be charged over the phone by calling (503) 485-4300, and are subject to a service charge. For information call the Willamette University Music Department at (503) 370-6255.

4) CALLING ALL PARENTS! Please come to the next Orchestra Boosters meeting in the Orchestra room on Tuesday, November 6th, 6:30 p.m. We will be discussing finances, fundraising, retreat organization, future concert dates, and more. E-mail Jenny Gates with other suggested agenda items.

5) This is the last weekend for Entertainment book sales. Unsold books and payments for sold books need to be turned in by October 30th. Contact Linda Beardsley at 503-399-6443 or lindab4858@comcast.net with questions.

6) West Salem High School's annual Titan Auction is Saturday, November 17th. We have two tables reserved for any Orchestra parents/boosters who would like to sit together. A whole table qualifies us for 100% instead of 50% of the selling price of an Orchestra-donated auction item. If you would like to be at one of these tables, please do not buy your own tickets. You'll pay for tickets being held. Tickets are $30 each, regardless of where you sit, and are otherwise available from Susan Tolley, at Today's Hair, or at the front desk at school. Do you have an appealing item or service to donate? Contact Jenny Gates. The deadline for big-ticket oral auction items is November 2nd. The deadline for silent auction items is November 14th. Donation forms, more details, etc. are available - please ask. The theme for the evening is "007" and decorations will be casino-oriented.

7) Ms. Silberman posted new links to music for the holiday concert for students on the blog (www.titanorchestras.blogspot.com) - please navigate to the blog for information.

8) Poinsettia order deadline is Monday, Oct, 29!
The deadline for poinsettia orders/money is October 29th. The profit to student accounts can't be figured until the sale is complete, but in years' past has been about $6-7 per poinsettia and about $9 per wreath. Put orders and payments in the orchestra lock box.

The deadline for wreath orders/money is November 8th.

Pick-up for all items is November 30th/December 1st.

Daryl Silberman, director
West Salem High School Orchestras
(503)-399-5533 x256
cell: (818) 317-8218
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Orchestra News

1) Concert Tuesday October 23 is at 7 pm - call time for all students (dressed with instruments tuned and ready to go) is 5:45 pm. A few students seem to be unclear about the 'black socks or tights' policy -all young ladies are to wear opaque tights or socks and closed toed shoes with a heel strap or solid backed heel - all young men are to wear tux, cummerbund, tie, tux shirt, black socks and concert dress shoes -not sneakers!! Mr. Formal currently has a fantastic sale for students needing tux and shoe items. All students must have proper concert attire or they will not be allowed to play on concert night - please email Ms. Silberman directly (silberman_daryl@salkeiz.k12.or.us) if there are *any* questions regarding attire. We look forward to seeing you at the concert!

2) Parent conferences for West Salem High School are Nov. 7 and 8 - if there are any concerns or questions that you know you'd like Ms. Silberman to address at your meeting time, feel free to touch base with her via email or phone before the meeting. Please use this conference time to discuss any issues regarding practice time, private lessons, and instruments or materials. If you are unable to meet with Ms. Silberman during the schedule conference times but you wish to meet with her, please contact her directly to make arrangements.

3) Saturday, October 27th at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 28th at 3:00 p.m. in Hudson Hall at Willamette the Salem Chamber Orchestra is performing "side-by-side" with the Salem Youth Symphony string sections - this is a fantastic concert-going opportunity for both students and parents. Come support members of the Salem Keizer School District Music Faculty and West Salem Titan Orchestra members by attending one of the concerts. Student tickets are $5.00 at the door. Check the SCO website: www.salemchamberorchestra.org.

4) 7) West Salem High School's annual Titan Auction is Saturday, November 17th. We have two tables reserved for any Orchestra parents/boosters who would like to sit together. A whole table qualifies us for 100% instead of 50% of the selling price of an Orchestra-donated auction item. If you would like to be at one of these tables, please do not buy your own tickets. You'll pay for tickets being held. Tickets are $30 each, regardless of where you sit, and are otherwise available from Susan Tolley (lstolley7@msn.com), at Today's Hair, or at the front desk at school. Do you have an appealing item or service to donate? Contact Jenny Gates at gatesjenny@aol.com or reply to this e-mail. The deadline for big-ticket oral auction items is November 2nd. The deadline for silent auction items is November 14th. Donation forms, more details, etc. are available - please ask. The theme for the evening is "007" and decorations will be casino-oriented.

5) Entertainment book sales are going well! Ms. Silberman will celebrate sales by inviting all students who sell at least one book to a special lunch treat - and the student who sells the most in each class will get
a trip to the 'treasure chest'. Wreath and poinsettia sales are ongoing. The deadline for poinsettia orders/money is October 29th. The deadline for wreath orders/money is November 8th. Pick-up for all items is November 30th/December 1st. The profit to student accounts can't be figured until the sale is complete, but in years' past has been about $6-7.00 per poinsettia and about $9.00 per wreath.

6) Calling All Parents, Calling All Parents - please come to an open meeting of the Orchestra Booster club at 6:30pm (after Symphony rehearsal) on Tuesday evening Nov. 6. in the Orchestra room. Items on the agenda include retreat information for early spring, financial expenditures, and holiday concert reception possibilities. Please send any other agenda suggestions to Jenny Gates at gatesjenny@aol.com

7) Dr. Nail and Ms. Silberman are entertaining the possibility of continuing with Tuesday evening 4:30 - 6:30pm rehearsals once the full symphony comes together in November (after Marching Band is finished). If this is a huge inconvenience for any string members, please contact Ms. Silberman. An official announcement about the time will be made in the next week.

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Daryl Silberman, director
West Salem High School Orchestras
(503)-399-5533 x256
cell: (818) 317-8218
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Orchestra News

1) Entertainment book sales are going well - thank you to the Boosters and Linda Beardsley for helping with the sales. All unsold books and payments are due by October 30th. You are responsible for the books you check out. Students will earn $8 - 10 for each $20 book they sell, and often the books sell themselves! Amanda McCloud, in Per 5, turned in the first concert review, so Ms. Silberman bought an Entertainment book from her. The first person to turn in the next review will get a poinsettia purchase from Ms. Silberman. The Wreaths and Poinsettia sale has begun for students who chose to sell. Students received a very informative packet complete with a good instruction sheet. Wreath/poinsettia order forms and payments should be turned together just once, and checks won't be deposited until after the order deadline. (Customers may want to know their checks won't be cashed until early-mid November.)

2) When students sell books, wreaths/poinsettias, or work concession booths at games, the money earned goes into their individual student accounts. These accounts are active until graduation. We *WILL* go on a retreat this year in the spring which will cost something. Additionally, if students are accepted to All-State Orchestra, they can petition to use student account money to pay that fee. Next year, '08/09, some or all of the students may go on a 'big' trip - and again, they may use student account money.

3) Grades will be turned in to the administration no later than Monday Oct. 15. Since we've had no performance yet, the bulk of the grades this period will be determined by the few assignments we've had (Music Day or assignment/excuse, practice logs, playing tests, signature page turn in), Ms. Silberman's assessment of whether the student is working to improve their musicianship and skill, attitude and citizenship in class, and attendance (or excuse from) required sectionals.

4) Next week, on Tuesday, we have an opportunity to see the Oregon Symphony here in Salem (at Willamette University). This would be a *GREAT* concert to review. Students who show student ID get in for $5. Hope to see you there.

5) Did you know we have an orchestra concert on Tuesday, October 23 at 7pm?

CALL TIME FOR STUDENTS FOR THE CONCERT IS 5:45pm sharp! If you have a legitimate (very legitimate!) excuse for being late, MAKE SURE THAT MS. SILBERMAN KNOWS so that you don't get dinged points.

Students are to come completely dressed. If students have ANY QUESTIONS about what they need to wear, please direct those questions to Ms. Silberman or ask someone who's been here before. Students will not be allowed to perform if they do not have the correct attire. Flyers for the concert are available to students beginning next week.

6) If anyone still needs to purchase a metronome (well, students can use the online one), tuner, strings, bow, or stand, please touch base with Ms. Silberman. She's willing to purchase (through online merchants or Weathers) whatever you need... then you can reimburse her.

7) West Salem High School's annual Titan Auction is Saturday, November 17th. We have two tables reserved for any Orchestra parents/boosters who would like to sit together. A whole table qualifies us for 100% instead of 50% of the selling price of an Orchestra-donated auction item. If you would like to be at one of these tables, please do not buy your own tickets. You'll pay for tickets being held. Tickets are $30 each, regardless of where you sit, and are otherwise available from Susan Tolley (lstolley7@msn.com), at Today's Hair, or at the front desk at school. Do you have an appealing item or service to donate? Contact Jenny Gates at gatesjenny@aol.coml. The deadline for big-ticket oral auction items is November 2nd. The deadline for silent auction items is November 14th. Donation forms, more details, etc. are available - please ask. The theme for the evening is "007" and decorations will be casino-oriented. Thanks!
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Daryl Silberman, director
West Salem High School Orchestras
(503)-399-5533 x256
cell: (818) 317-8218
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Band Newsletter #6

IMPORTANT! Immediate Action Requested A few more “Prop” Helpers Still Needed! Need to rehearse!
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle & Kami Hettwer)
Adults -- Immediate Action: Our first competition at U of O is fast approaching and Kami Hettwer's Prop team is in desperate need of a few more able adults to travel to U of O very early to help assemble the Gear Bases that will be used at the first performance. We will need people to begin assembly at U of O beginning sometime between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m. Please call Kami or Vickie for more.

Also need a few more students to help on the field DURING the performance—your “15 minutes of fame” can begin sooner than you think J. The “Gear Turning Team” will also need to practice going onto and off the field and WHAT to do during the performance. Please contact Kami Hettwer immediately if you can help! Those who join the team or are already on the team need to get with Mrs. Hettwer to go over the schedule for the rehearsals/practice that need to take place BEFORE next week’s competition. This is a VERY IMPORTANT part of the show and you will add the necessary “show” behind the hard work of the musicians—they can’t complete the show without a few more volunteers. So please call Kami or email her immediately to let her know you can help! Kami can be reached directly at (503) 585-2529 or mkhett@aol.com.

Friday Night Football Game—Walker Middle School joins WSHS Call times and Game Schedule
(Contributor: “Mr. G”)
Game Night Schedule for Friday, September 28
This Friday, the Walker Symphonic Band will be joining us in the stands.

2:40 – 4:00 Winds, Battery, Guard on grass for visual rehearsal--No instruments today!
Guard needs opener / ballad silks.
Pit: warm up / rehearse with CLICK TRACK on ramp.
Pit: stage everything on ramp on carts ready to roll
Rehearsal ends “when it ends.” Typically, that’s around 3:45

5:00 Senior Officers, Section Leaders, and BATT with Walker in Band Room
We’ll take them to the track, rehearse pre-game, and grab dinner.

5:30 CALL TIME change into uniform
PIT move into stadium, stage for show. Change after.

5:50 Wind warm-up On Stage
Battery warm-up in Choir Room

6:25 Move to stands, get set

6:40 Get set on track for pre-game

7:00 Game starts

Forward-looking at upcoming events on the 2007/2008 Calendar
(Contributor: Jesse Seeley)
Here’s a look at an excerpt from the “Calendar of Events” that was updated a few weeks back. Looking forward to our FIRST competition on October 6th, the dates/times are included below. Any issues with the SAT conflicts with the October 6th date should already have been discussed with the students. If for some reason this is not understood by any of the affected students, immediately contact Dr. Nail or Mr. Griffiths.

Excerpted from “FINAL DRAFT” PRELIMINARY WEST SALEM TITAN BAND 2007/08 CALENDAR
Dates are as accurate as possible at publication, but may change as new information is received

First Semester
9/28 Titan Band Home Football West 5:30 – 10
10/1 participants WIBC audition tapes must be turned in by 2:30
10/5 participants All-State audition tapes must be turned in by 2:30
10/5 Titan Band Pre-competition rehearsal West immediately after school (see more info below)
10/06 Titan Band U of O Festival of Bands Eugene All Day (see important “call time” info below)
10/11 Titan Band Home Football West 5:30 – 10

Early Warning to plan for NEXT Friday (October 5th), we rehearse after school. This is the day before our first competition! Since there’s no home game that night, we’ll go longer (hopefully no later than 4:30). Afterwards, we must pack and stage everything for an early morning. Each section will be dismissed when the entire section is ready for the show Saturday. If done efficiently, we could be out as soon as possible, but exact time is not known.

Competition Day, October 6th: Plan on a Call time for next week’s competition day to be VERY EARLY on Saturday morning (Oct. 6). Exact call time To Be Announced.

Titan Auction—Coming November 17th!
(Contributor: Vickie Tuttle)
Mark your calendars to attend on November 17th. But the preparation for what we need to help the band begins NOW. We need an adult to step up to be a liaison/contact to attend the Auction meetings beginning next week (throughout October). Armed with all this important information, we would need that person to help coordinate with Tim Klarr for item pickup and auction intake.

Any or all band members, parents, or their families and friends can make contributions for items that will be auctioned off, with the proceeds going directly to West Salem High School and the Band! Some suggestions of past successful items to donate have been restaurant gift certificates, wine baskets, vacation/time-share week or weekend, Vacation in Hawaii, a trip to New York, and other useful big ticket items are always appreciated. Got extra frequent flyer miles that might expire before you can use them? Consider donating a couple of tickets to wherever that program/airline flies! This is the school’s BIGGEST fund raising event and we want to make sure we do our part. All donations will be appreciated!

The Deadline to submit our items is Nov. 2, 2007. For information please call Vickie Tuttle at 503-588-0968 if you have items to donate. Please contact Tim Klarr for information about meeting time and how to pick up Auction intake forms at todayshair@msn.com.


Picture of the week (see above)
(Contributor: Joe Gottsch, Jesse Seeley)
Most of you might recognize these two musicians and leaders of the WestSalem High School Marching Band. To view this picture and MANY more, go directly to Joe Gottsch’s free Web site at http://westsidephoto.smugmug.com/

Reminder ALL students taking the SAT on Oct. 6
(Contributor: “Mr. G”)
We can’t remind you enough…we MUST know about ALL students taking the SAT on October 6th so we can plan for their absence and how to re-plan the marching parts! Contact Dr. Nail or Mr. Griffiths immediately if you have not already done so!

Editor’s Corner: Quote/thought for the week
(Contributor: Well, the “Editor” of this Newsletter J)
I hope you liked last week’s quote. If anyone would like to submit anything for possible inclusion to this newsletter (e.g., an “open letter” to the band, directors, teachers, etc) or a quote you just think everyone would enjoy, submit it directly to me with the subject “Editor’s Corner”. If it is a quote or other referenced material, please supply your source. That’s just a short introduction to this new feature. But here is the quote of the week, and some more words to live life by:
“The best things in life...are not things.”
Author Unknown