November is coming soon!

Dear band and orchestra students and parents,

1. The Holland Concert Jazz Orchestra Sunday (Oct. 20) at 7:00 p.m. in the HCHS auditorium.  These remarkable jazz musicians will be in our own auditorium.

2. Solo and Ensemble Registration is open! All band and orchestra students are urged to consider trying solo and ensemble festival out! Please fill out this form if you would be interested in participating.

The event is on Saturday, February 8 at Zeeland East High School and it only takes a short amount of time that day.  See more info and sign up at this link. 

3. We kicked off our Butterbraid sale on Friday for those who would like to earn toward their Florida trip. We have more fliers at school. I will post a pdf of the flier here on Monday. This is an individual fundraiser. 

4. We will have an orchestra rehearsal on Friday, November 1 at 7:00 a.m. for all orchestra members. This is a required rehearsal for the orchestra including woodwind, brass, and percussion.

5. Our fall concert and Swingin' The Night Away are coming soon, help us get the word out!

Come and celebrate Holland Christian High School's Festival of Fine Arts! From student sculptures to the movie music, from choral anthems to the deep sounds of the tuba, prepare to enjoy a rich diversity of the arts. The Band and Orchestra Fall Pops Concert is on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. in the HCHS Auditorium. This concert will include music from Aladdin, Lion King, Avengers, in addition to the jazz orchestra, drumline, and a mariachi ensemble. You won't want to miss it!

The Choir Concert is on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. also in the auditorium. The Fall Art Exhibition will be on display in Main Street from November 4-7. Come eat cookies, listen to music, and soak in art!

The Holland Christian Jazz Bands and the Old Timer's Jazz Band are proud to present the Swingin’ the Night Away in the HCHS cafeteria on Friday, Nov. 8, from 6:45 to 9 p.m. Admission is $5.
-New to swing dancing? No worries! Dance instructors will be on hand to teach us the basic steps of swing, so the evening can be enjoyed by novice and experienced dancers alike. (6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
-Not in the mood for dancing? Come socialize, indulge in some delicious desserts, punch, and enjoy the music of Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington and more.

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

Sub pick up, pictures and pep band next week!

Dear band and orchestra students and parents,

I hope you are enjoying the beautiful fall weather. Here are a few announcements and reminders for you.

1. Sub sale pick up will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9, from 2:30 - 4:00 near entrance F by the band/orchestra room.

2. Helpers are needed to distribute subs tomorrow (Wednesday), please email Kari Dyhuis if you would be willing. tomkarid@sbcglobal.net

3. Florida letters will be put in the mail tomorrow, feel free to connect with the recipients of the letter to let them know it is coming. We are grateful for this way to help keep this trip affordable for all students.

4. Next week Thursday, Oct. 17 is band and orchestra picture day. Group pictures will happen during the respective class periods with symphonic orchestra pictures happening during family flex. Your picture will be taken in your full concert uniform (tuxes and dresses). Uniforms will be kept at school until picture day. Please make a plan to take uniforms home next Thursday or Friday after school. 

5. Students will need to bring appropriate footwear for pictures including dress shoes and for guys - black socks (no tennis shoes or white socks please).

6. Next week Friday (18th) is our final football pep band. 

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