Marching Band Schedule

Please note this week’s schedule, which is attached as a PDF file. Copies will also be posted at school.

Band Camp Thank You J

Please see the attached RTF file, a thank you note from Michelle Pavelek for the many hours parents volunteered to make this season’s band camp a success.

A big, Titan-sized thank you goes out to Michelle Pavelek for all of her hard work in coordinating this year’s marching band camp. Michelle, you ROCK!

Your Help is Needed!

Please read through the following list of items needed for Marching Band this season. If you can help with any of these items, please contact John Rylands, our Band Booster co-chair at johnrylands@comcast.net 503-779-6151.

• A generator for our big trailer and our lights for competition days.

• An RV that we can borrow to use at competitions. This would be used for staff to go over show prep and review during the competitions as well as to act as an infirmary for the walking wounded that usually happen during competitions. Who knew that marching band would be a contact sport, but every year someone gets hurt and we need a place for them to rest and get attention out of the elements.

• A new medical bag. We are required to carry a first aid kit with us where ever we go. Right now we are using an old back pack that is crammed to the hilt and weighs a ton. We would like to get a nice, medium(something in the "carry on" size would be nice) red duffle bag with lots of pockets so we can better organize our first aid items. One with a nice shoulder strap would be great. We also would like it to be able to carry our travel and treat forms. Having the first aid kit and the travel and treat forms together makes it easy to get the kids help without any delay. Please contact John Rylands if you or someone you know can help.

• Crew Members. We need to begin to put together our show day crew. These are the folks that help load, transport and move our equipment on competition day. Anyone interested should contact John ASAP if they are interested.

Titan Auction

The Titan Auction is coming up on November 21st. Tickets are $35.00 each or $280.00 per table of eight. Our goal this year is 5 tables. The more tables we get the larger our share of the proceeds is. Last year we took in about $1500.00. Our goal is to double that this year. We need to begin to get auction prizes in so we can claim our fair share. ANYTHING WILL WORK. Gift baskets, condo rentals, event tickets, any kind of memorabilia, trips, wine, or anything you can think of. No prize is too small. Be creative. The more we have the more we can raise. Please contact Scotti Rylands (503)269-0887 or ndrsmom@comcast.net, for more information.

Student Sponsorships Needed

Due to the state of our economy, the need for student scholarships for marching band has risen this year. Several of our students have family members who have lost jobs and who are trying to manage other financial hardships. If you are able to sponsor or partially sponsor a student’s fair share, please contact Vickie Tuttle (contact info below). Donations for this purpose are tax deductible.

Student Accounts Trainee Needed

Calling freshman parents! The Student Accounts position is an important one in our booster organization. Vickie Tuttle has been serving in this position for quite some time now and is seeking a volunteer to “shadow,” or train, for this position. If you are a detail-oriented person and are interested in finding out what this position entails, please contact Vickie Tuttle (contact info below).

“Can” You Help with Music Day Cans?
Music Day brought in an overwhelming number of pop cans. The Gilmores have a 16’ trailer full of them in their driveway! In order to collect the deposit money for the music program, we need your help returning these pop cans. This job is too big for one family to take on. If you can pick up a bag or two to return, please contact Denise and Orval Gilmore at orval.gilmore@comcast.net.

Band Camp 2009 Volunteer Thank you list

Pre-Camp Drivers to ropes course

• Beth Zukowski
• Mr. Simmons
• Crystal Perry

Pre-Camp Food

• Alyson Baker

Registration

• Vickie Tuttle
• Alyson Baker
• John Rylands
• Kim Erbes

Uniforms

• Connie Phillips
• Deanna Garney
• Kami Hettwer
• Janis Kaufman
• Tari Sutton
• Debbie Harris
• Holly Alred
• Grandma of Brandon Braun
• Faye

Snacks

• Jim and Bridget Mitchell
• John Rylands
• Tari Sutton
• Kathi Robbins
• Angi Levenhagen (snow cones)
• Kim Erbes and Ellie
• Glenys Loewen Thomas
• Alyson Baker
• Brendan Pavelek
• The Klosterman family
• Cash donations during the parent night - thanks to those who donated!
• Snack donations brought to the band room - thanks!

Sectional Social Homes

• John and Linda Burr
• Orval and Denise Gilmore
• Connie Phillips
• Kenneth and Patricia Bolstad
• Randy and Susan Gresley
• Von and Jackie Maltzan
• Matthew and Crystal Perry
• Judy Stanley

Lock-In Sleepover

• Debbie Harris
• Alyson Baker
• Craig McCormack
• Brendan Pavelek
• Dr. Nail
• Teresa Goetter
• Staci Larson

Lock-In Breakfast

• Jim and Bridget Mitchell
• Denise and Orval Gilmore
• Derick and Nicole Bess
• Shannon Riggs
• Lisa Hughes
• Wolfgang Sailer
• Vickie Tuttle

Spaghetti Dinner

• Nicole and Derick Bess
• Bridget Mitchell
• Angi Levenhagen
• Tari Sutton
• Kim Erbes and Ellie
• John Rylands
• Lisa Hughes
• Denise Gilmore

Pie and Ice Cream Social

• Thanks to Richard Spann and Marie Callender's Restaurant for donating delicious pies for over 100 students and staff!
• Jackie Maltzan
• Angi Levenhagen
• Scott and Sheila Muller
• Kim Erbes and Ellie
• Tim and Julie Brown
• Sue Gresley
• Connie Phillips

Parent Night Potluck

• Bridget Mitchell
• Tari Sutton
• Teri Abel
• Crystal and Matthew Perry
• Kim Erbes and Ellie
• Jim Pavelek
• Scott and Sheila Muller

T-shirt design and distribution

• Kami Hettwer - t shirt design
• Allyson Baker

Colorguard Flags

• Staci Larson
• Alyson Baker
• Jackie Maltzan
• Debbie Harris
• Janis Kaufman

Scissor Lift rental

• Dalke Construction and RSC Equipment Rental

Please accept my apology if I accidentally left someone off of this list. A special “thank you” goes to Kim Erbes and Ellie for all of their help during camp. THANK YOU to all of the West Salem Titan Marching Band and Colorguard parents who donated time to support the band during Band Camp! At least 46 parents volunteered their time during band camp.

WEST SALEM TITAN MARCHING BAND PARENTS ARE OUTSTANDING!

Michelle Pavelek

Aug. 19

Important Reminders from Todd Zimbelman for Marching Band Students

Band Camp Parent Handout, Attached

If you were unable to attend the parent meeting on Monday evening, or if you need an additional copy of the informational handout, please see the attached PDF file, where you can find info on schedules, necessary supplies, volunteer opportunities, the lock-in, and this evening’s social gatherings. Thank you to all of the parents hosting this evening’s gatherings!

Volunteers Needed for Uniform Fittings

Thanks to those who are already volunteering for uniform fittings! Additional volunteers would also be appreciated, even if you can only come for an hour or two or on only one evening. We need to get uniforms fitted and assigned to all marching band students before the exciting parent night on 8/31, when we get to see the show for the first time. Volunteers are gathering in the band room beginning at 6 pm each night. (No fittings tonight, 8/19, due to the social gatherings.)

Many hands make light work, and we still have many students to fit! If you are able to volunteer your time for this project, please contact Connie Phillips, our Uniform Coordinator at conniephillips1956@yahoo.com or (503) 391-6082.

Important Reminder #1:

Everyone in the marching band must have a 1" 3-ring binder by tomorrow morning (Wed.). This binder should have at least 40 plastic sheet protectors inside. This is needed for their music and drill sheets. Students should personalize the outside of their binder along with their name so it is easy to recognize. We start drill Wednesday morning, so it's very critical they have this by Tuesday night (tonight).

Important Reminder #2:

All winds and percussion need to wear white shirts for all marching band rehearsals (including band camp). All guard members need to wear black shirts. This is needed for drill cleaning and drill readability. Once the weather turns cold, other rehearsal clothes are permitted.

Aug. 18

Marching Band Students: School Registration Wednesday, Aug. 19, 9:00 am

The WSHS administration has kindly adjusted the school registration times to accommodate the marching band schedule. Marching band students will register for school on Wednesday morning, Aug. 19, at 9:00 am. Photos will be taken during registration, so students should be prepared to have their pictures taken.

This time change is for marching band students only. Other music students should adhere to the schedule that was mailed home.

Aug. 16

Marching Band Registration Monday, Aug. 17, 8:00 am

Marching band begins on Monday, Aug. 17. Please arrive at 8:00 am to register. Camp begins at 9:00 am!

Marching Band AND Concert Attire Fittings 6-9 pm, Aug. 17-21

Our new uniform coordinator, Connie Phillips, will be fitting marching band AND concert attire this week, Aug. 17-21 from 6 to 9 pm. **Marching band AND other music students** will be fitted at this time. So, even if your student is not in marching band, please plan to stop in some time this week to be fitted for concert attire. Questions? Contact Connie at conniephillips1956@yahoo.com or (503-391-6082). If you would like to help with uniform fittings, please contact Connie and let her know when you are available.

Marching Band Parent Meeting Aug. 17 7:30 pm

Parents and guardians of marching band students, please plan to attend the parent info meeting on the first evening of marching band camp, Aug. 17, 7:30 pm.

Are you ready for Marching Band Camp?

Hello Marching Band Families,

My name is Michelle Pavelek and I am the Band Camp Coordinator this year. This year’s Marching Band is right around the corner and we are very excited about the upcoming season. Dr. Nail and the student leadership team have been working behind the scenes during the summer to prepare. Here is some important information regarding Band Camp 2009:

· Basic Band Camp Schedule – August 17-28, 2009

9:00am – 12:00pm Marching

1:00pm – 4:00pm Music or Stadium time

6:00pm – 9:00pm Full Ensemble

IMPORTANT DATES

***August 17^th, 8:00am – students must register outside the entrance to the music wing.

***August 17^th, 7:30pm – IMPORTANT PARENT MEETING in the auditorium.

***August 19^th, “Sectional Socials” – the schedule will be a little different in the evening. Detailed information will be provided at the parent meeting on August 17^th.

***August 21^st/22^nd, 9:00pm-6:00am – Lock-In – students will spend the night in the gym (including an ice cream social & lock-in breakfast)

***August 22^nd, 6:00am-9:30am – Lock-In breakfast

***August 28^th, around 9:00pm – Ice Cream Social

***August 31^st, 4:30pm-9:00pm – Parent Night potluck and performance

· Parent Volunteer Opportunties for Band Camp –

1. Lock-In – Sleepover in Gym, Friday August 21^st, 9:00pm until breakfast at 6:00am. We need about 8 parents to chaperone this event.

2. Lock-In – Saturday, August 22^nd, 6:00am – 9:30am. Breakfast preparation and clean up.

3. Ice Cream Social – help with serving ice cream. Friday August 28th at 9:00pm (tentative time).

4. Parent Night Potluck – Monday, August 31st, 4:30pm – 9:00pm. Dinner prep and clean up.

5. Snack donations for the band and colorguard. Cold snacks such as popsicles, otter pops are good. We have access to the foods room freezer during band camp.

*** An Insurance driving form and Background Check form (good for 5 years) are required for parents to volunteer for the band. These forms will be handed out at the parent meeting on Monday, August 17^th or they can be access with this link: http://www.salkeiz.k12.or.us/content/list-approved-volunteers#background.

It’s going to be a great year! If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Michelle Pavelek at (H) 503-581-0124, (cell) 503-508-5518 or e-mail to j.pavelek@comcast.net

Music Day Volunteers Needed – Sept. 12

Music Day is the Music Department’s largest fundraiser of the year. We need your help! Please mark your calendars: Saturday, September 12^th from 8:30 to 3:30. We need 38 drivers to cover the whole West Salem area. We need many other volunteers to help with the organization of the day, as well, such as help with planning and serving snacks and lunch at the school.

Please check your calendars and make plans to volunteer on Music Day (8:30 am to 3:30pm).

Many thanks to Denise Gilmore who is coordinating this event. To volunteer, please send an email to Denise with your “YES, I WILL VOLUNTEER” along with your home and cell phone numbers and how many students you can take in your car if you want to be a driver. Denise hopes to hear from you soon. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact her at orval.gilmore@comcast.net.

New Booster Co-Chairs

If you have any questions or comments about this news or anything else that might be band related, please feel free to contact either of our new Co-Chairpersons: Kim Erbes and John Rylands. They can be reached at kim0011@comcast.net or johnrylands@comcast.net. They look forward to answering any questions you might have.

Important Dates

August 17 First Day of Marching Band Camp; Registration begins at 8:00 am

August 17-28 Basic Schedule for Marching Band:

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Marching

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Music (inside)

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Full Ensemble

August 17 7:30 pm Marching Band Parent Meeting

Aug. 9

Are you ready for Marching Band Camp?

Hello Marching Band Families,

My name is Michelle Pavelek and I am the Band Camp Coordinator this year. This year’s Marching Band is right around the corner and we are very excited about the upcoming season. Dr. Nail and the student leadership team have been working behind the scenes during the summer to prepare. Here is some important information regarding Band Camp 2009:

· Basic Band Camp Schedule – August 17-28, 2009

9:00am – 12:00pm Marching

1:00pm – 4:00pm Music or Stadium time

6:00pm – 9:00pm Full Ensemble

IMPORTANT DATES

***August 17^th, 8:00am – students must register outside the entrance to the music wing.

***August 17^th, 7:00pm – IMPORTANT PARENT MEETING in the auditorium.

***August 19^th, “Sectional Socials” – the schedule will be a little different in the evening. Detailed information will be provided at the parent meeting on August 17^th.

***August 21^st/22^nd, 9:00pm-6:00am – Lock-In – students will spend the night in the gym (including an ice cream social & lock-in breakfast)

***August 22^nd, 6:00am-9:30am – Lock-In breakfast

***August 28^th, around 9:00pm – Ice Cream Social

***August 31^st, 4:30pm-9:00pm – Parent Night potluck and performance

· Parent Volunteer Opportunties for Band Camp –

1. Lock-In – Sleepover in Gym, Friday August 21^st, 9:00pm until breakfast at 6:00am. We need about 8 parents to chaperone this event.

2. Lock-In – Saturday, August 22^nd, 6:00am – 9:30am. Breakfast preparation and clean up.

3. Ice Cream Social – help with serving ice cream. Friday August 28th at 9:00pm (tentative time).

4. Parent Night Potluck – Monday, August 31st, 4:30pm – 9:00pm. Dinner prep and clean up.

5. Snack donations for the band and colorguard. Cold snacks such as popsicles, otter pops are good. We have access to the foods room freezer during band camp.

*** An Insurance driving form and Background Check form (good for 5 years) are required for parents to volunteer for the band. These forms will be handed out at the parent meeting on Monday, August 17^th.

It’s going to be a great year! If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Michelle Pavelek at (H) 503-581-0124, (cell) 503-508-5518 or e-mail to j.pavelek@comcast.net

Next Booster Meeting

The next booster meeting will be on August 11 at 6 pm in the Band Room at West. Hope to see you there!

Are you ready to volunteer? A Background Check is Required

You MUST have a current Criminal History Check on file with the school district to volunteer. If you don’t (or you’re not sure if it’s still good) you can get a copy here: http://www.salkeiz.k12.or.us/content/list-approved-volunteers#background. Once it’s filled out, please return the form to the main office at West. Thank you!

New Booster Co-Chairs

If you have any questions or comments about this news or anything else that might be band related, please feel free to contact either of our new Co-Chairpersons: Kim Erbes and John Rylands. They can be reached at kim0011@comcast.net or johnrylands@comcast.net. They look forward to answering any questions you might have.

Look for more announcements to come. Remember Marching Band Camp is right around the corner. Make sure you have your registrations in ASAP!

Important Dates

August 11 6:00 pm Band Booster Meeting in the Titan Band Room

August 13 8:00 am Marching Band Registration

August 17 First Day of Marching Band Camp; Registration begins at 8:00 am

August 17-28 Basic Schedule for Marching Band:

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Marching

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Music (inside)

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Full Ensemble

August 17 7:30 pm Marching Band Parent Meeting

Aug. 2

Welcome to this season’s first Music Booster Newsleter!

New Band Director and Assistant Band Director Chosen

The West Salem High School Band Boosters is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Todd Zimbelman as our new Band Director. Mr. Zimbelman comes to us from Southridge High School in Beaverton where he has been Band Director for the last three years. Previously he was Band Director at Grants Pass High School and before that taught music at the University of Oregon. Not only did Mr. Zimbelman take Southridge to the number one position in the state in Marching Band, but he also took their Wind Ensemble to the number one position at the state finals this year. His ability to bring the most out in his students is one of the many reasons for his strong reputation as one of the premiere music educators in the state.

Dr. Nail, upon hearing this news, said that Mr. Zimbelman is an outstanding music educator and will continue to build upon our already strong reputation. He could not be more pleased with the choice as he holds Todd in very high regard. Ike welcomes Mr. Zimbelman and looks forward to working with him during the transition over the first half of the year.

Mr. Zimbelman will begin working with our Marching Band as soon as he can transition away from his duties at Southridge. Beginning with the start of the new school year, Mr. Zimbelman will be working as band director at Clagget Creek Middle School, filling in for their current band director who is going to be out on maternity leave. His official first day at West Salem High will be January 4, 2010. However, he will be working with our students during this transition period.

We are also pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Luke Warren as our new Assistant Band Director. Mr. Warren comes to us by way of Portland State University where he just completed his Masters Degree program in Music Education. Luke received his Bachelors in Music Performance on the bass trombone from the University of Oregon in 2004. Luke was not only a student of Mr. Zimbleman at U of O, but he also worked with him at Southridge as an assistant working with their marching band. Mr. Warren will be joining us in time to start working with our students during marching band camp. He will also be performing similar duties to those of Mr. Griffiths during the school year.

Words of Appreciation . . .

We would like to thank all of those involved in the hiring of Mr. Zimbelman, in particular Principal Ed John and Karl Raschkes. Without their foresight and determination, this tremendous opportunity would not have been possible. We would also like to thank Larysa Pavelek, Danny Mitchell, Ashley Gresley, Garrett Maltzan, and Nick Rylands for their involvement in the student portion of the interviews. Their valuable assistance, mature insights and keen observations during the follow up discussions were highly regarded and went a long way in helping make this decision. We can be proud to have students of this caliber representing our program.

Lastly, we would like to give our heart felt thanks to both Ike Nail and Brian Griffiths. Their hard work and determination has taken the West Salem High School band program from its most humble of beginnings to its place now as one of the most respected music programs in the state. We want recognize their efforts and thank them for their guidance and leadership of our students over the last seven years. Their service to our school and students will never be forgotten.

Although these changes happened quickly, we now have a tremendous staff with Mr. Zimbelman and Mr. Warren on board. We look forward to working with them and making sure they have our full support. Please join us in welcoming them to West Salem High School. We know that this year is going to be filled with excitement and, most importantly, FUN!

New Booster Co-Chairs

If you have any questions or comments about this news or anything else that might be band related, please feel free to contact either of our new Co-Chairpersons: Kim Erbes and John Rylands. They can be reached at kim0011@comcast.net or johnrylands@comcast.net. They look forward to answering any questions you might have.

Look for more announcements to come. Remember Marching Band Camp is right around the corner. Make sure you have your registrations in ASAP!

Important Dates

August 11 6:00 pm Band Booster Meeting in the Titan Band Room

August 13 8:00 am Marching Band Registration

August 17 First Day of Marching Band Camp; Registration begins at 8:00 am

August 17-28 Basic Schedule for Marching Band:

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Marching

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Music (inside)

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Full Ensemble

August 17 7:30 pm Marching Band Parent Meeting

Booster Contacts for 2009/2010

Booster Blog:
http://wshsmusicboosters.blogspot.com/

Co-Chairs:
Kim Erbes kim0011@comcast.net

John Rylands johnrylands@comcast.net

Student Accounts:
Vickie Tuttle, 503-588-0968, tuttle84@comcast.net

Newsletter Editor:
Shannon Riggs, rriggs02@sprynet.com

**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. 

• griffiths_brian@salkeiz.k12.or.us
  
• nail_ike@salkeiz.k12.or.us

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

alankeown@comcast.net

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

silberman_daryl@salkeiz.k12.or.us

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)
  

S-K bands will play for state titles

Most groups had to wait until Monday to get the final word
By Barbara CurtinStatesman Journal

Salem-Keizer schools will be hard to miss at the state music competitions in mid-May.
District string ensembles and symphony orchestras will account for nine of the 21 groups chosen to play at the Orchestra State Championships on May 15 at Oregon State University.

As with choirs and bands, most groups that qualified for state during district competitions had to wait until Monday for final word from the Oregon School Activities Association. Independent judges had to further narrow the finalists in some categories by listening to tapes.

These Salem-Keizer string orchestras will compete at Oregon State University on May 15: McKay, 8 a.m.; McNary, 8:50 a.m.; West Salem, 10:20 a.m.; Sprague, 1:45 p.m.; South Salem, 2:35 p.m.

These full symphony orchestras will compete that afternoon and evening: North Salem, 3:50 p.m.; Sprague, 4:25 p.m.; South Salem, 6:20 p.m.; and West Salem, 7:30 p.m.

These bands will compete in the Class 6A State Band Championships at OSU on May 16: McKay, 9 a.m.; McNary, 10:45 a.m.; Sprague, 2 p.m.; West Salem, 4:15 p.m; and South Salem, 6:45 p.m.

These Salem-Keizer high schools will compete in the Class 6A Choir State Championships on May 9 at George Fox University in Newberg: West Salem, 2:40 p.m.; North Salem, 3:40 p.m.; South Salem, 5 p.m.; McNary, 5:40 p.m.; and Sprague, 6 p.m.

Solo Night – Tonight! (Thurs. 4/23)
Solo night begins at 7:00 pm at the WSHS Auditorium. Students from the Band, Choir and Orchestra will be performing. Come support our students as they prepare for the State Solo Competition.

Thanks to Students and Volunteers!
Thank you to the students and volunteers who helped with the Central Valley League Band Festival and the Orchestra Invitational Festival last Friday and Saturday. Thanks to everyone who worked so hard on and off stage to make these two events so successful!

Salem-Keizer Schools one of the “Best Communities for Music Education”
Salem-Keizer was named one of the "Best Communities for Music Education" by the NAMM Foundation. Click here for the details. The award acknowledges schools and districts who continue to support music education in schools.

Raffle Items, Garden Supplies, Store-Bought Baked Goods, and Volunteers Needed for April 30 Fundraiser
This year during Band Camp, students will be fitted for marching attire and concert attire. In order to do this, the band boosters need to purchase more garment bags and hangers. The plume bag also needs to replaced. In order to fund these purchases, we will be holding a bake sale and a raffle at the Pre-State Concert on April 30th. Our goal is to raise $300. The Choir and Orchestra will be participating in this fundraising event as well.

Bake Sale and Raffle Items Needed
We need donations of store-bought bake sale items (cookies, brownies, etc. -- single serve items) and raffle items (such as gift cards, etc.). We already have a beautiful quilt donated by a Wind Ensemble parent! As regards the bake sale goods, District policy does not allow for home-baked goods to be sold for public events; therefore, donations need to be store bought.

Gardening Baskets
Each participating music group also will be putting together a basket of gardening items. The band students' basket will be along the lines of a gardening theme. Students are being asked to provide items for the basket; such as small gardening tools, gloves, seed packets, fertilizer spikes, or anything that goes with gardening.

Donations can be brought the night of the concert of dropped off in the band room prior to the concert. We are asking that the items be labeled "Band," “Orchestra,” or “Choir,” as the proceeds will be split between music sections according to donation volume.

We will also need a few parent and student volunteers to help staff the tables.

Please contact Connie Phillips at 503-391-6082 or conniephillips1956@yahoo.com. In order to prepare enough display space and volunteer staff ahead of time, a quick call or email from those donating would be appreciated! If this event is successful, we may repeat it on May 28. Stay tuned!

Important Dates
Here are some important dates. Please mark your calendars!
April 23: Solo Night
April 25: Prom
April 30: Pre-State Concert, West Salem HS

May 2: State Solo Competition, U of O

• 8:00 AM Brandon Braun, Orchestra Snare
  
• 8:10 AM Jordan Bayles, Trombone
  
• 9:10 AM Anna Stipe, Bassoon
  
• 9:40 AM Joshua Hettwer, Clarinet
  
• 9:50 AM Jackie Lubbers, Alto Voice
  
• 11:10 AM Matthew Hettwer, Trombone
  
• 11:20 AM Jesse Wertz, Oboe
  
• 1:10 PM Brendon Pavelek, Trumpet
  
• 2:40 PM Joe Hurley, Trumpet
  
• 2:50 PM Alauna Perry, Mallets
  
• 3:20 PM Ellie Folia, Mezzo Voice
  
• 4:10 PM Brendon Seeley, Multiple Percussion

May 15: State Orchestra Competition, OSU
May 16: State Band Competition, OSU
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)

West Salem band director honored

From the Statesman-Journal

High school teacher Ike Nail earns educator award from symphony group
March 18, 2009
By Justin Much • Statesman Journal • March 18, 2009

West Salem High School band director Ike Nail was named Music Educator of the Year by the Oregon Symphony Association in Salem.

The association announced its selection Tuesday.

Nail was chosen after an OSAS adjudication committee visited his classroom and was immediately impressed by his approach to teaching his wind ensemble students, association members said in an announcement.

"As students quietly came into class, it was apparent they were eager to be there," the announcement said. "Dr. Nail's enthusiasm and sense of humor were embraced by his students. He worked with students not only on getting the notes, but the musical expression and feeling that is such an important component of the performance."

West Salem's music programs will receive a $1,000 check as part of the recognition.
Nominees for the award included Carol Stenson, South Salem choir; Sara Linsell, Leslie Middle School band; Steve Phillips, Auburn Elementary School general music and choir; and Andy Thomas, Whiteaker Middle School choir.

Nail began teaching in the Salem-Keizer School District at Sprague High School, where he was the co-recipient of two Grammy Awards. He began at West Salem in the school's inaugural year.
Nail will be presented with the award May 19. To learn more about the concert, call (503) 364-0149.

Band Newsletter

Seattle Trip Mandatory Parent Meeting
Attention Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band Parents

Tues. Feb. 24th at 6:30pm – Please join us in the band room for a mandatory parent meeting regarding the upcoming Seattle Trip scheduled for April 3-6. Students are also welcome!

· Trip itinerary and other important information will be provided.
· Chaperone information will be provided.
· The 2nd trip deposit of $100 is due Feb. 20th. Make the checks out to “WSHS Music Boosters,” indicate on the check that it is for the Seattle trip and have your student place the check in the green mailbox in the band room.
· The final trip cost is $350. This includes meals, activities, the festival, transportation, and the clinic at University of Washington on Monday April 6th with Tim Salzman.

If you have any questions please call Michelle Pavelek at (h) 503-581-0124, cell 503-508-5518, j.pavelek@comcast.net, Marianne Stipe at (h) 503-763-1915 or Vickie Tuttle at 503-588-0968.