Happy summer! Winding down while at the same time gearing up!!! Here’s what we’ve got: *those who just finished 8th grade, please ignore the Graduation/Memorial Day parade information… but you’re jumping in with Drumline and 1-2 Camp!!! Today, Wednesday, May 24- Drumline clinic (those interested in auditioning for drumline only) – 6-8pm, AHS Band Room There … [Read more…]
Hello! We have a relatively easy week: *Please be on top of your child’s grades! We have a lot of things due at the end of the semester and some grades are tanking! We’re putting in grades as fast as we can – they can still turn in their scales and Fine Arts Critiques for … [Read more…]
Hello! Here’s a (delayed) update for the week/month: TODAY, Wednesday, May 10 – Scale Check Offs due – all students must turn these in! The information is all posted on Google Classroom – they can record and submit! Because of the fantastic performance all bands gave at the concert last Thursday, there is no 4th … [Read more…]
Hello!!! Is anyone else wondering how it’s all ready May??? Here’s what we’ve got this week: AHS Spring Band Concert – Thursday, May 4, 7pm, AHS Auditorium. Here’s the plan: Concert Band – Wear all black (look nice! No jeans/tennis shoes) – Arrive at 6:15pm Symphonic Band – Wear all black (look nice! No jeans/tennis … [Read more…]
Hello! We’ve got a super light week – nothing after school!!! We are out of the way for musical rehearsals… if your student is in pit, please see her post for those times here – Pit Orchestra – Show Week! There is no jazz band tomorrow (Wed. 4/26) – enjoy the week off! If you … [Read more…]
Here’s all the information that was distributed at the Marching 100 Kick off meeting on Wednesday, April 12: Alton Handbook 2017 – our handbook for the year, which answers many questions new members may have. Please pay particular attention to the attendance policy!!! Kick off meeting ppt 4.12.17 – PowerPoint used at the meeting, which highlights important … [Read more…]
Hello! We’ve got a super light week – nothing after school!!! We’re getting out of the way for musical rehearsals… if your student is in pit, please see her post for those times here – Pit Orchestra 4/18-22. *We do still have jazz band on Wednesday from 3:30-5pm!* If you missed last week’s Marching 100 … [Read more…]
Hello! We’ve got a pretty light week: Our annual Marching 100 kick off meeting is this Wednesday, April 12, 7pm in the AHS Auditorium. We will be reviewing any changes to the handbook, distributing calendars/med forms/accessory orders, and of course we’ll finally reveal the show!!! See you there! Wednesday, April 12 is also our next Dine … [Read more…]
Hi! Wow! What a trip!!! I cannot be any happier with the experience – the kids played very well and represented themselves, their band, school & community in a fantastic way – they were responsible, respectful, polite, and kind to those around them. I cannot express how pleased Mr. James and I are with nearly … [Read more…]
Good Morning! Thanks for a great meeting last night! If you have any last minute questions, please let us know. Answers to some questions last night: – Yes, adults going on the trip may keep their child’s medications on their person. Please do check them in with us and we’ll just make a note that … [Read more…]