Thursday, March 30, 2017

Post spring break info and Spring Break 2018 info

Dear band and orchestra students and parents,

Have a blessed spring break!

1. We have submitted applications for our trip to Florida in 2018. Thank you for your input in the survey that I sent out. Because of your input and since spring break in 2018 coincides with Easter we decided to go with this schedule so families can spend Easter together. In future years spring breaks will line up with the more traditional trip timing.

The symphonic band and orchestra are planning to be in Florida from April 3 to April 6, 2018. This means the bus will depart from HCHS on Monday, April 2 and return to HCHS on Saturday, April 7. There will be more information soon! Students will be able to meet us in Florida and/or stay longer with their family in Florida.

2. Our chamber orchestra plus a few band members will be leading chapel on Monday, April 10 and is planning on an early practice at 7:15 a.m. on Monday. There will be no jazz orchestra on Monday, April 10.

3. We meet for our first early morning marching practice on Tuesday, April 11 at 7:15 a.m. with freshman, seniors, and those who are new to HCHS. Please look ahead and plan for the marching practice schedule after spring break.

4. Check out videos of symphonic band and symphonic orchestra from festival. (yes, these are a little late.)
https://vimeo.com/208676064/d7cdc72b40


Thank you!

--
Scott Vanden Berg
svandenberg@hollandchristian.org
Director of Instrumental Music
Holland Christian High School
Director of the Holland American Legion Band
616-212-8867
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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Band Extravaganza and early Orchestra tomorrow

Dear band and orchestra students and parents,

1. Due to school being cancelled on Friday we will hold our symphonic orchestra rehearsal at 7:00 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday) instead. There will be no jazz orchestra tomorrow. Contact Mr. VB via email if the change in schedule has created a conflict for you.

2. The Band Extravaganza Concert for both concert band and symphonic band is on Tuesday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. Students should arrive at the Jack Miller Center for the Musical Arts (221 Columbia Ave, Holland, MI 49423) by 6:30 p.m.

3. Rehearsal for The Band Extravaganza will be at the Jack Miller Center for the Musical Arts at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday morning. Please plan to arrive directly at the Jack Miller. We will gather in the performance hall. There will be bussing back to school for students.

Thank you!

--
Scott Vanden Berg
svandenberg@hollandchristian.org
Director of Instrumental Music
Holland Christian High School
Director of the Holland American Legion Band
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Sunday, March 5, 2017

Swingin' The Night Away, Band Extravaganza, congratulations!

Dear band and orchestra students and parents,

1. The biannual Swingin’ the Night Away is Friday, March 17, 6:45 pm- 9:30 pm in the HS Cafeteria. Free dance instructions from 6:45 pm - 7:30 pm.  Enjoy intergenerational fun, dancing, desserts and beverages from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm.  Tickets are $5 at the door.  
Enjoy swing music of Glenn Miller, Funk tunes, Afro-Cuban influenced music, and a vocal soloist!

2. We need your help with the upcoming Swingin' the Night Away!

Sign up to donate a dessert with this form.
https://goo.gl/forms/uVXmvvOmIEeIskoN2

Sign up to help with take down, set up, or serving desserts

3. Come one, come all to the Holland Christian Schools Band Extravaganza for a wonderful night of music on Tuesday, March 28.  HC's 5th, 6th, Middle School, and High School Bands will perform at Hope College's Jack Miller Center for the Musical Arts at 7:30 p.m.  This is a great chance to hear the progression of music from 5th to 12th grades and to hear a wide variety of musical styles. You won't want to miss the closer, featuring 250 musicians combined!

4. Congratulations to the Holland Christian High School Symphonic Orchestra and Symphonic Band for their great work at the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association Festival last week! The band and the orchestra received the highest rating for their superior performances!

--
Scott Vanden Berg
svandenberg@hollandchristian.org
Director of Instrumental Music
Holland Christian High School
Director of the Holland American Legion Band
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