Dates and Calendar Stuff for 2019-20!

Dear band and orchestra students and parents,

There is quite a bit of information in this blog post, hopefully it is not information overload. Think of this blog post as a instrumental music handbook. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions. 

1. Pep band tomorrow night, pizza and pop at 6:00 p.m., playing in the stands at 6:30 p.m.! 

 Who? All concert band and symphonic band students, communicate with me if you can't be there

 What? we will play before the game, at the quarter, when we score, and at half time

          - after halftime we will pack up and put stuff away

          - after halftime the band/orchestra room will be locked so be sure you don't leave personal belongings that you will need for the                  weekend.

          - all band and orchestra members can join us for pizza, sign up here

2. Links to concert dates and other important event dates:

Concert Band

Symphonic Band

Orchestra

All Groups - (except pep band)

Pep Band

3. Please save this link to the band and orchestra page and calendar on the HCS website. It contains the most up-to-date information about upcoming events. Subscribe to the calendar and all of the dates will automatically appear in your google calendar.

4. This document is a description of the many opportunities for instrumental musicians at HCHS. It includes descriptions of pep band, marching band, symphonic orchestra, solo and ensemble festival, jazz band, pit orchestra and more. There are so many opportunities for our music students to encounter through the year. Take a minute to check them out.

5. Parents and students, please be sure that these dates are added to your family calendars. Please fill out the form linked below to verify that you have signed off on the dates and also use this form to communicate any calendar conflicts for this year. Thank you for taking the time to do this.

This form is due by Monday, September 9:

https://forms.gle/1pdPryo3D7Vz5cMT6

6. Next week we begin early morning group rehearsals. If your child is in one of these groups they will know and you will also receive and email. See the schedule for morning rehearsals below.

Monday: Jazz Orchestra 7:15 a.m. Normally on Mondays, but we won't meet on Labor Day :)

Tuesday: Jazz Band - 7:15 a.m. Yes, starting right after Labor Day

Wednesday: Folk Music Ensemble or Chamber Orchestra - 7:15 a.m. 

Thursday: Jazz Orchestra - 7:15 a.m.

Friday: Symphonic Orchestra - 7:00 a.m.

Percussion Ensemble/Drumline will meet during their class periods.

7. Parents, we want you! :) Chaperons are needed for the retreat at Camp Geneva on Thursday, September 26 at 6:30 p.m. to Friday, September 27 at 3:00 p.m., we need your help!

svandenberg@hollandchristian.org

8. More Florida information is coming soon. Check the August 17 blog entry for preliminary dates and a brief description. We will need chaperons for this as well. Contact me if you might be interested.

Thank you!

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	Scott Vanden Berg | Director of Instrumental Music Holland Christian Schools 956 Ottawa Ave. Holland, MI 49423  web: hollandchristian.org  blog: http://vandenbergnotes.blogspot.com school: 616.820.2805 | cell: 616.212.8867 Equipping Minds and Nurturing Hearts to Transform the World for Jesus Christ

Welcome to Music Making!

Dear band and orchestra students and parents,

What a great group of folder fillers we had last week. I am so grateful for their work!
I am looking forward to seeing you all! Just a couple of things for your attention.

1. The first day you will need your instruments is on Wednesday. Make sure they are in good working order. :)

2. Our band and orchestra retreat is on Thursday, September 26 at 6:30 p.m. to Friday, September 27 at 3:00 p.m., please put these dates on your calendar. We are looking forward to fun, food, games, and music making! This is a great way for us to get to know each other better and meet new friends.

3. I wanted to pass along some advanced scheduling information for 2020. We are planning a trip for our concert band, symphonic band, and orchestra to Florida with performances at Disney World. We are planning on departing Holland on Wednesday, April 1, and wrapping up our trip with a worship service on Sunday, April 5, and a return trip arriving back in Holland on Monday, April 6. Some families travel to Florida and have their children stay with them at the end of the trip rather than ride the charter bus back to Holland. We have lots more info to come, and the trip is not required, but you won't want to miss it.

4. There are many opportunities for instrumental musicians at HCHS outside of the classroom. Follow this link; it includes descriptions of pep band, marching band, symphonic orchestra, solo and ensemble festival, jazz band, pit orchestra and more. There are so many opportunities for our music students to encounter through the year. Take a minute to check them out.

5. Are you interested in being part of the pit orchestra for the musical? We are in need of flutes, clarinets, alto saxophones, horns, violins, violas, cellos, a bass, guitars, keyboards, and percussionists. Sign up here if you are interested in being part of the pit orchestra!

6. Chaperones are needed for the retreat on September 26 and 27. Email me at svandenberg@hollandchristian.org if you are available and interested.

Thank you!

-- 

	Scott Vanden Berg | Director of Instrumental Music Holland Christian Schools 956 Ottawa Ave. Holland, MI 49423  web: hollandchristian.org  blog: http://vandenbergnotes.blogspot.com school: 616.820.2805 | cell: 616.212.8867 Equipping Minds and Nurturing Hearts to Transform the World for Jesus Christ

Welcome to HCHS Band and Orchestra!

Welcome, HCHS band and orchestra students and parents!

I hope you are enjoying your summer. 

I am looking forward to soon seeing familiar faces, getting to know new students, having fun, and making great music!

Do you want to help out, hang out with some friends, meet some new people, and get a sneak peak at this year's music? Mr. Vanden Berg will provide lunch and ice cream. Come join us for a folder filling party on Thursday, August 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.! If you can't make the whole time, join us for just a portion of the time.

Email me at svandenberg@hollandchristian.org if you can make it so I can order the right amount of food. :)

Did I mention that we are headed to Florida in the spring and will be giving concert performances on stage at Disney World?

Look for more info in a blog coming soon!

Thank you!

Mr. VB