Good Morning Band Family!
With no school today, we have a short week ahead, so there is lots of work to be done in class. The last few weeks have been a time of experimentation within the 2nd and 3rd period class as we figure out how to navigate schedules most effectively. But, it feels like a groove has finally been found. Even with the unexpected shift in schedules, the "3rd period band" has been meeting zero period and have really started to refine itself in an impressive way. As a group, this year has felt tremendously engaged, allowing for some really efficient rehearsal so far. If each individual can now take responsibility to utilize practice time at home, the group can begin doing some real exciting work. We are definitely on track to have a great festival season. This week, the group will start digging into some new music and I can't wait!
Unfortunately, after many meetings with counselors and administration, we weren’t able to make the schedule changes needed to bring the entire 3rd period together in one class. Because of that, rehearsing during 0 period will remain the plan for the “3rd period band.” This also means we’ll need to hold off on rehearsing a jazz ensemble; at least for now. Preserving the integrity of our concert groups is a top priority for the Loara band, as it allows us to maintain the legacy of excellence we value and continue building strong foundations for our marching and jazz programs in the future.
This Wednesday, there will be a mandatory Drumline parent meeting just before pick-up at 8pm. There is a lot to discuss and details to finalize about trips and competitions so plan to be there.
Here’s a weekly breakdown:
M - No school
T - 0 period “3rd period band”
W - 0 period “3rd period band” / Drumline parent meeting
Th - 0 period “3rd period band”
F - 0 period “3rd period band”
With no school today, we have a short week ahead, so there is lots of work to be done in class. The last few weeks have been a time of experimentation within the 2nd and 3rd period class as we figure out how to navigate schedules most effectively. But, it feels like a groove has finally been found. Even with the unexpected shift in schedules, the "3rd period band" has been meeting zero period and have really started to refine itself in an impressive way. As a group, this year has felt tremendously engaged, allowing for some really efficient rehearsal so far. If each individual can now take responsibility to utilize practice time at home, the group can begin doing some real exciting work. We are definitely on track to have a great festival season. This week, the group will start digging into some new music and I can't wait!
Unfortunately, after many meetings with counselors and administration, we weren’t able to make the schedule changes needed to bring the entire 3rd period together in one class. Because of that, rehearsing during 0 period will remain the plan for the “3rd period band.” This also means we’ll need to hold off on rehearsing a jazz ensemble; at least for now. Preserving the integrity of our concert groups is a top priority for the Loara band, as it allows us to maintain the legacy of excellence we value and continue building strong foundations for our marching and jazz programs in the future.
This Wednesday, there will be a mandatory Drumline parent meeting just before pick-up at 8pm. There is a lot to discuss and details to finalize about trips and competitions so plan to be there.
Here’s a weekly breakdown:
M - No school
T - 0 period “3rd period band”
W - 0 period “3rd period band” / Drumline parent meeting
Th - 0 period “3rd period band”
F - 0 period “3rd period band”