Do you need to audition but haven't yet? Check out the Audition Page for last minute sign-ups and information. It is very important that all students who plan to join our program, or move up ensembles play an audition for me. I have added times on Monday the 23rd as well as Tuesday the 24th. Expect audition results to be posted on or about the evening of Friday, May 4.
We are hosting a Music In The Parks festival on Saturday here at Pioneer. All parents and students who plan to help us on Saturday must attend our planning meeting Monday evening. On the agenda will be things like job descriptions, what to expect, concessions planning, scheduling and much more. The meeting will begin at 7:00 pm in my classroom and should be over within an hour (except for concessions planning). There are about 5 parents who have contacted me to help- even if I've not responded to you directly, please do join us! If you have questions, contact me.
The Jazz Band and Orchestra will be performing in joint concert Friday night with the Castillero Orchestra and Jazz Band. The concert will begin at 7:00. Student performers call time will be 6:15. Part of our festival setup will include concert setup on Friday after school.
Orchestra will be participating in CMEA festival on Friday night, May 4. Times have yet to be announced, but as soon as I know more, I will let you know! Unfortunately, we were only able to secure a performance for Orchestra this year, and not for Concert Band or Wind Ensemble. This is purely a schedule conflict, not because I wanted to avoid the performance- both bands are doing a great job this year!
It's almost time for our Finale Concerts! In just 3 weeks, all 5 ensembles will be performing their last formal concert of the year (except for graduation). Beginning Band, Concert Band and Wind Ensemble will perform on Wednesday, May 16 while Orchestra and Jazz Band will perform on Thursday the 17th. Both concerts will begin at 7:00 in the PAC.
Live Reviews are due on Friday, May 18. Make sure that you take time if you haven't yet to get out and support live music! More information is on my Live Music page.
Graduation will be Thursday evening, May 31. All current Wind Ensemble students (non-seniors) and all students who are placed in Wind Ensemble for next year will be performing. There will be a school bus to take students to and from the event and our approximate times are 3:00 to 7:00.
