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Feb 15 evening rehearsals canceled

by | Feb 14, 2021 |

Hello everyone-
Due to extreme cold weather, not being able to guarantee a warm rehearsal facility, and the chance of deteriorating travel conditions, we need to cancel the February 15 evening rehearsals for symphonic, concert and freshman bands.  Please pass the word along to fellow band students.

Feb 15 evening rehearsals canceled

by | Feb 14, 2021 |

Hello everyone-
Due to extreme cold weather, not being able to guarantee a warm rehearsal facility, and the chance of deteriorating travel conditions, we need to cancel the February 15 evening rehearsals for symphonic, concert and freshman bands.  Please pass the word along to fellow band students.

Feb 1st virtual concert information and signup

by | Dec 17, 2020 |

Hello SM North band family-

 

We’re pleased to announce that we have confirmed a live-streaming/virtual concert on Monday, February 1st, 2021!  The current fall semester classes of blocks 1, 2 and 7 will perform the three songs we’ve been working in class. The two jazz bands will play two or three songs we’ve been working in class. The percussion ensemble will play one song.

 

The rehearsals and performance will not be tied to student grades, this is an optional opportunity for everyone. Having said that, we don’t know what the future holds and this could be our one opportunity to play together this year (maybe we can schedule a May concert season).  Having said that, we need commitments to know who will definitely attend the rehearsals and concerts. Please use the link below to indicate what you can commit to, so we can prepare for precise numbers of students, distancing/mitigation factors, and instrumentation.

 

As always, we will prioritize safety first.  We’re happy we can all get together to make music again!

 

Revised spring 2021 calendar:

 

Monday, Jan. 11th– blocks 1,2,7 rehearsal in the auditorium from 7:00-8:15PM

 

Tuesday, Jan 12th – – percussion ensemble rehearsal in the band room 7:00-8:15PM.

 

Tuesday, Jan. 19th– Block 3 jazz band rehearsal from 5:45-6:45PM in the band room, block 4 Crimson Tribe rehearsal from 7:00-8:15 in the band room.

 

Monday, Jan. 25th– blocks 1,2,7 rehearsal in the auditorium from 7:00-8:15PM

 

Tuesday, Jan. 26th– percussion ensemble rehearsal in the auditorium room 7:00-8:15PM.  Block 3 jazz band rehearsal from 5:45-6:45PM in the band room, block 4 Crimson Tribe rehearsal from 7:00-8:15 in the band room.

 

Monday, Feb. 1st– live stream/virtual concert beginning at 7:00PM in the field house.  We will send viewing information at a later time.

 

IF POSSIBLE, PLEASE RESPOND BY TUESDAY, DEC. 22, so we have an idea of what the performing groups will look like.

 

Use this link to sign up:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCLqZhOwELmnFsOuesWETgxZ-nfo8nxwoUuwBBYHiZ2TTkwQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

 

 

We’re looking forward to seeing many of you in person and making music together!

Mr. Reed

Ms. Fillingham

Band announcements Nov. 11-Dec. 1

by | Nov 10, 2020 |

Hello everyone-
A reminder that symphonic band auditions are due tomorrow (Wed. Nov 11th) by 11:59 PM. See my previous email directions on how to submit.
Crimson Tribe Jazz ensemble- we will have our first evening rehearsal next Tuesday, November 17th, from 7:00-8:30 PM. Although this is an optional rehearsal, we need to have a good turn out if we’re going to continue meeting with the full group. Make sure you wear masks and we will follow standard mitigation procedures.  Block 3 Jazz, we will have our first evening rehearsal on Tuesday, December 1st, from 6:00-7:00PM.
ALL jazz students- please consider signing up for “KU day of jazz improvisation”, to be held this Saturday, November 14th from 1:00-4:30 PM. See the link below to register for free.

 

Important information re: marching and KMEA

by | Oct 14, 2020 |

Hello everyone-
Students, please fill out the Google form if you plan on participating during the October 23rd football game. We’re limited to 50 kids, but could probably get a few more in. We are definitely limited to 2 audience tickets per student, but participating senior band members get 4 tickets. We will perform the usual pregame at 6:45pm. Half time will consist of two songs, followed by senior recognition. Seniors, please fill out the senior recognition form, which will indicate who your escort is. Parents/escorts, you will watch the show from the track, as the seniors perform their last show during the football game. At the conclusion of the show, we will give you a flower, provided by the band boosters, we’ll line you up on the track, and when your child’s name is called, you will go out to stand by them.
Oct 23rd football game signup link:
senior recognition information link:
Our final marching performance of the year will be Wednesday, October 28th. We had originally announced Tuesday the 27th, but there will more than likely be a postseason soccer game on Tuesday and we wouldn’t have access to the stadium.
 We are not limited by the number of participating students for this event, but all participating students get 2 audience tickets, and seniors get 4 tickets.  To clarify, senior recognition is at the football game on the 23rd, but we give a shout out on the 28th to any seniors who couldn’t go to the football game.
Hopefully, between the two performances, everyone will be able to attend a show, even though we are mandated to cap the audience size.
Oct. 28th final marching performance signup link:
Non-marching band information:
We have 17 students who have signed up to audition for KMEA virtual district honor band. We are offering two dates for auditioning students to use the band room facilities to make a high quality recording for your virtual audition.  Thursday, Oct. 22 and Monday, Oct. 26, both from 3-6PM.  Use the link below to sign up for a 10 minute time slot.  Everyone should enter through the outside door of the choir room, and we will lead you the rest of the way. This is an optional activity.  Student auditioning for KMEA can make their own recording, but you might get a higher quality recording if you sign up for a time slot. Parents, students already have information regarding deadlines, but their final recording is due Wednesday, Nov 4th.  Please use this G spreadsheet to sign up for a time if you wish.
KMEA recording signup link:
Oboe players, check out the KU virtual about a flyer attached to this email, it looks pretty cool!
Everyone please check out the flyer regarding Tyler House KC. This is a new, nonprofit organization, geared towards serving Shawnee mission north area high school students. Kids, please consider participating.
That’s it for now.  We will send additional information regarding procedures for hybrid learning in the next week or so.  Looking forward to seeing many of you soon!
Mr. Reed
Ms. Fillingham

changes to Aug. 17-21 schedule

by | Aug 19, 2020 |

SM North Marching Indians band family-

We are canceling Friday’s rehearsal/conditioning. We will continue to meet tomorrow and Thursday morning, as scheduled, 8-11 AM.  This will allow us to introduce the remaining fundamentals we had hoped, as well as play through the entirety of Pirates of the Caribbean show.  We’re canceling Friday’s rehearsal since we will not be preparing drill for a marching show after this week, due to the district’s decision for remote learning.

We want to stress that if you feel attending Wednesday or Thursdays rehearsal is not in your best interest, that we completely understand if you’re not there. Having said that, we wanted to give you the choice to have two additional mornings of rehearsals, and to enjoy the marching experience, as short as it may be.

On a personal level, at the very least, the emotional breath of fresh air, working with all of you, as you enjoy working with each other, has been a wonderful experience the last two days. We hope to see you tomorrow morning at 8AM on the field.  Regardless, Ms. Fillingham and I respect and appreciate each and every one of you.

Mr. Reed

Ms. Fillingham

final instructions Aug 17-21 band rehearsals

by | Aug 17, 2020 |

Final instructions before varsity band conditioning/rehearsals:

Monday, Aug. 17- new varsity marchers and section leaders
Tues-Fri, Aug. 18-21- all varsity marchers
Sat & Monday, Aug. 22 & 24- all varsity percussion

All students are required to bring: tennis shoes with socks (no flip flops) mask, water bottle, instrument. All students are encouraged to bring flip folder/lyre (if a returning student), hat, sun screen, sun glasses.

All students should report to the stadium entrance to check in. Upon arrival, you’ll be asked the following questions, via QR code with your cell phone (we’ll have an I-pad if you don’t have a phone):

1.   In the past 24 hours, have you had any of the following symptoms?
Fever (temperature of 100 or above)*
Chills                                                           Cough
Shortness of breath                                 Fatigue
New loss of taste/smell                          Runny nose, congestion
Sore throat                                              Muscle or body aches
Headache                                                Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
*If you do not have access to a thermometer, please contact the school nurse for assistance.

2.   If the answer is YES to any of the above listed symptoms, STAY HOME and monitor for 24 hours. If the symptoms persist, contact your healthcare provider.

3.   In the past 14 days, have you been within 6 feet of someone for 10 minutes or greater who was diagnosed with COVID-19?  If the answer is YES, stay home and contact your school nurse for additional instructions.

4.   In the past 14 days, have you had contact with the mucous/saliva of someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19?  If the answer is YES, stay home and contact your school nurse for additional instructions.

5.   Are you asymptomatic, but waiting on results from a COVID test? If so, stay home until you have your test results. Notify your school nurse of your results before returning to school.

6.  Have you traveled to a location requiring quarantine? If the answer is YES, quarantine (stay home) for 14 days and monitor for symptoms.  If symptoms develop, stay home and contact your primary healthcare provider.

Once you check in, you will be directed to the upper football field, which is behind the stadium. If you have your personal instrument (or need to check a school instrument out) or flip folder that is currently in the band room, you will be directed to the band room to retrieve those items. Students will be allowed in the band room, one at a time, to retrieve these items.

Although rehearsal begins at 8:00AM, we will be ready to begin the check in process at 7:30.<webextlink://Although%20rehearsal%20begins%20at%208:00AM,%20we%20will%20be%20ready%20to%20begin%20the%20check%20in%20process%20at%207:30.> Please, if you are able, arrive on the early side (closer to 7:30). This will facilitate the check in process so we can begin playing as soon as possible. We will begin on the upper field for music rehearsal. We will then transfer to the main stadium field around 9:15AM for conditioning and marching rehearsal. We will wrap up every day at 11:00AM.

A couple other rules, as set by the district:
-Parents and alum are not allowed to stay and watch, even to help
– students should remain 6 feet apart at all times.
-masks are to be worn before and after rehearsal.  Masks can be taken off while playing or during intense physical activity.
– students should not car pool
– students cannot share water, so it’s important to remember your own water bottle.

OK, having said all that, WE ARE SO EXCITED TO SEE EVERYONE NEXT WEEK!  Please email me with any scheduling conflicts.  I am aware some cross country and football students will be a little late, as those camps are going on at the same time.  Please get some exercise in this weekend, rest up and we’ll see you soon.

Mr. Reed
Ms. Fillingham

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