Sunday, July 28, 2013

Upcoming dates

Tuesday, July 30 - Rehearsal 6-8 pm at the field (inside if raining)
Thursday, August 1 - Rehearsal 6-8 pm at the field (inside if raining)
Monday, August 5 - NO REHEARSAL - freshman orientation is that night
Thursday, August 8 - After school Rehearsal 3:30-5:30 pm
Thursday, August 8 - Band Booster meeting 6:30 pm in Band Room
Saturday, August 10 - Meet the Hornets.  We will stand and play a small portion of the show at the stadium.
NEW - Saturday, August 24 - Drumline and Front Ensemble only.  "UTM Drumline tuneup day" in Martin TN.  Time TBA.  Probably morning and early afternoon.

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Couple of notes

As we head into the final day of the most unusual (but awesome) week of band camp I have been a part of, just a couple of notes:

1) We will not have the preview show on Friday as we have the past few years. We will have the Parent Preview in the first couple of weeks of school. As soon as I can coordinate a day on the school calendar, I will let everyone know the date and time.

2) Remember the night rehearsals we have next week: Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8 pm. I am cancelling the rehearsal for Monday, August 5 due to Freshman orientation that night.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Mid Week Announcements

Finally made it a day without rain!  We missed it so much that we decided to make our own water fun with balloons and a slip-n-slide!  Thanks to the leaders for implementing their idea, and a special thanks to the drum majors for putting in a ton of work to get all the balloons and the slip-n-slide ready.

1)  Please continue to get Marching Band fees in ASAP.  The staff needs to get paid!  Make checks payable to SGCHS.

2)  This Friday, a couple of parents are going to be grilling hamburgers at lunch for those who want them.  If a student wants a burger and a drink, they need to bring $2 tomorrow so that the parents can go get the items.  

3) Remember, Thursday is game night.  Students will have the option to stay from 4 to approximately 6 pm to play board games and such.  Bring your favorite card/board game.  Also, Friday is the Pool Party.  An information sheet was given out today about that.

Only 2 days left with nothing but sunshine on the horizon.  Keep up the good work and great attitudes that we have had all week!

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Band Camp Days

I hope everyone is ready to start bright and early at 7 am at the practice field!  I am looking to continue the momentum that we successfully started last week.

The Leadership Team, in their desire to infuse a little fun and camaraderie into the full week of  Band Camp, have come up with fun theme for every day this week:

Bandanna Monday:  Everyone wear your favorite bandanna to rehearsal.  Any color, any design.
Tye-Dye Tuesday:  Wear your favorite Tye-Dye shirt to rehearsal.  If you don't own one, you can still buy one from the leaders for $5 (for cost of shirt and dye)
Water Wednesday:  Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet, because after the afternoon rehearsal, we will slip and slide, throw water balloon, and otherwise partake in water mayhem.
Game Night Thursday.  Immediately following the afternoon rehearsal at 4 pm, have your favorite card or board games ready to play in the cafeteria.  Approx. end time is 6 pm, but we can go until we stop having fun!
Pool Party Friday:  Everyone is invited to attend the Pool Party at the Walgren household starting at 6 pm to celebrate the end of Band Camp!  More details will be announced about food and other info.

Also, just a quick note from the director:  For the safety of your children, we will never be outside when the Heat Index is 103 or higher, nor when there is lightning within 6 miles of the area.  I have an app on my phone that both I and the football coaches use that was made specifically to tell us the information about heat and lightning.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Band Camp 3

Part 3: Misc. Tips
1.  Just be prepared for it to be hot and accept that.  There are many, many bands across West TN that are out in the heat just like you, working hard in the heat.
2.  I will have coolers available to use for whatever you need.  I can't guarantee that they will have ice in them, but if you have a frozen water bottle that you want to keep, or some fruit snacks to eat during a break, feel free to use them.
3.  If you want to bring a canopy to use for shade, feel free.  There is plenty of room to set some up. 
4.  Eat breakfast!  Fruit is best, greasy sausage and biscuit is worst.
5.  Put your name on everything.  Not because someone would steal it, but it might get lost in the hundreds of items that will be strewn about.
6.  Consider leaving your phones and other valuables at home or locked in a bag of some sort.  Phones are not allowed on the field!
7.  Be prepared to work hard when it's time to work, relax when it's time for a break, and have fun when it's time to play!
Go Band!

Monday, July 15, 2013

Band Camp 2: What to wear

1.  Cool clothing.  Shorts.  White T-shirts are best to reflect the sun.  Shirts MUST HAVE SLEEVES.  If you burn really easily, you might want to think about long sleeve shirts.

2.  Tennis shoes with socks.  We will be doing lots of marching and other movement.  No sandals or flip flops.  These will give you blisters and will not get you the best marching posture.

3.  Something on your head.  Hats are good.  I usually wear an old T-shirt on my head to protect my head and neck.  You can also pour water on it to keep you cool.

4.  Miscellaneous:  Frog Toggs, camel packs for water, water bottles to wear around neck, iced bandannas, sunglasses,  little fans you wear around your neck...

Remember, your best friends are Sunscreen, Water, and Gaterade!  

Next time:  Miscellaneous tips to survive - and thrive - at Band Camp!

Sunday, July 14, 2013

Band Camp: What to bring

1.  Sunscreen.  We will be outside a lot!  Please use plenty of sunscreen, and reapply it halfway through the morning.  Don't be stubborn and think you won't get sunburned!

2.  Water and Gatorade.  Water re hydrates, Gatorade replenishes electrolytes.  Bring your coolers. You can also have the small drinking coolers or bottles with you around your neck on the field while we are setting drill.  Please do not drink sodas, and absolutely stay away from "Energy drinks"!

3.  Your instrument and music.

4. Your lunch (2nd week only).  We will have lunch from 11:45 to 1, you will need to take care of your own lunch.  A light lunch is best (sandwiches, etc), fruit, candy is fine, and with plenty of fluids.  We will be spending the afternoons inside working on music, so you don't want to eat anything to heavy that will make you unnecessarily sleepy.  

Next time: What to wear.

Friday, July 12, 2013

Updates

I just updated the site to include the Trailer and Truck sponsorship form.  It is on the right side of the side.  Also, there is a list of the Gold sponsors from last year that still have one year left on their sponsorship.  We don't need to ask them again this year.

Sunday, July 7, 2013

Announcements 7/7/13

1.  We will be having our final summer rehearsal this Wednesday before Band Camp starts next week.  If you know someone who hasn't been there, please try to contact them and let them know how important it is that we as a band get a head start on the year!

2.  This Saturday we need welders.  We will meet at the home of Greg Graves starting at 8 am (or let us know when you can be there.)  We will be making four props and two new rolling uniform racks.  If you need directions to the Graves household, email me at southgibsonband@gmail.com

Monday, July 1, 2013

Announcements 7/1/13

1.  There is no rehearsal this week.  Enjoy your 4th of July and stay safe!  We will have our next rehearsal on July 10.
2.  If you know of anyone or any business who wants to sponsor the band trailer or the new box truck, pick up the sponsorship forms at the next rehearsal.  They are due back by the first week of school.  I will have the the trailer and truck ready for the first football game.
3.  If there is anyone who can weld or who wants to help paint, we will be having a work day on July 13th starting at 8 am at the home of Greg Graves.  We will be building the 4 props for the field show and 2 additional rolling garment racks for uniforms.  Contact me if you have any questions.