This will be the last weekly update email until we return from Fall Break.
Uniform Debut Performance - We are currently still planning to have a performance and debut the new uniforms on Wednesday. There is a possibility that we will have to postpone due to weather and late delivery of the uniforms. We will make this call as late as Tuesday. Please keep an eye on your email/Facebook/Remind Texts/Word of mouth for the announcement. The itinerary for that day is below. If we have to move the performance, we will look to do it on Wednesday, November 29th or Friday, December 1st. Again, we will let you know.
Winterguard - Winterguard has begun as of last week. They will be having rehearsals every Tuesday and Thursday 6pm-9pm. These first few rehearsals are used as audition nights. Students must be in attendance in ordered to be considered for winterguard. Please see Samantha Foreman [email protected] or Mackenzie Weatherbee [email protected] for more info.
Indoor Percussion - We will have an Indoor Percussion interest meeting this Thursday at 7pm in room 131. Any student interested in participating in the Black Gold Percussion Ensemble will need to be in attendance. Parents are asked to attend as well. Please see Chandler Sedlacek [email protected] for more info.
MHSBPA - The MHSBPA monthly parent meeting is Tuesday November 14th at 7 pm in room 131. Important items to be discussed and voted on to include:
- Update on all Bandtober events and the BPA Budget for the rest of the year.
- The purchasing of the New drumline equipment, new items to be purchased for the indoor Colorguard, other instruments and equipment to also be purchased for students.
- Christmas party at sweet seasons on December 8th, forming a Christmas party committee. Need parent involvement.
- Discussing upcoming 5 day MLK event at Webers Skateworld in January, forming a committee. Need parents and students to volunteer.
Milton Christmas Parade - The Milton Christmas Parade in Saturday, December 2nd. Mark your calendars. More info to come
Pensacola Christmas Parade - The Pensacola Christmas parade is Saturday, December 9th. Again mark your calendars and more info to come.
Christmas Concert - The Milton Christmas concert is Thursday, December 7th at 6pm.
Section Tree Decorating - The section tree decorating will take place after Symphonic Band rehearsal on December 5th. Sections will compete against each other for the best looking trees. They will also win a trophy and prizes. Trees will be on display at the concert that Thursday.
That is all for now. I hope all of you have a wonderful break and get some well-deserved rest and relaxation. We are thankful for all of you! Thank you.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the following students according to Charms:
Owen Mayer - Monday
Nicholas Stangenwald - Wednesday
Kyleigh Bratcher - 11/21
Kellan Tyree - 11/25
This Week:
Monday
4pm - Concert Woodwind Sectional
Tuesday
Possible Texas Roadhouse Gift card Fundraiser
6pm-9pm - Winterguard Rehearsal
7pm - MHSBPA Monthly Meeting
Wednesday
3:30 - Tri-M Meeting
New Uniform Debut Performance (POSTPONED TO NOV. 29TH)
- 4pm - Call Time/Fitting
- 5:30 - March-in/Performances
Thursday
3:45-5pm - Symphonic Brass Sectional
4pm-6pm - Concert Band Rehearsal
6pm-9pm - Winterguard Rehearsal
7pm - Indoor Percussion Interest Meeting Room 131
Friday
School-Owned Instrument Rental Fee Due ($50)
Looking Ahead to Next Week:
FALL BREAK NO CLASSES - Band Room Closed
When We Return:
11/27 - Indoor Percussion Auditions
11/28 - Symphonic Band Rehearsal, Concert Brass Sectional, Indoor Percussion Auditions, Winterguard Rehearsal
11/30 - Symphonic Woodwind Sectional, Concert Band Rehearsal, Indoor Percussion Rehearsal, Winterguard Rehearsal
12/1 - Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser Due, Winterguard Payment 1 Due ($100)
12/2 - Milton Christmas Parade
Together We Are THE MIGHTY BLACK & GOLD!!!