April is nearly over, which means that it is nearly time to wrap up the 2022-2023 school year. We have four remaining performances!
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES:
On Sunday, May 14th, the augmented brass quintet (which includes a couple of percussionists and a couple of woodwinds) perform at the Richland County High School 2023 Graduation Ceremony, which takes place in the Ron Herrin Gym. The graduation ceremony is from 3-5 pm. The call-time for graduation is 2 pm in the band room. The attire for the venue is concert black-and-whites (dresses and tuxedos). Only eight students are involved in this performance.
Monday, May 29th is Memorial Day. Combined members from the Symphonic Band, the Honors Wind Ensemble, and the drumline are involved in the parade and ceremony in Olney, as well as the ceremony in Noble. You may find more details pertaining to the two events by clicking HERE.
UPCOMING INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS:
This meeting is for all students and their parents/guardians participating in the Disney World & Cocoa Beach trip. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 1st at 6 PM in the Richland County Performing Arts Center (RCPAC) on the campus of Richland County High School. We will discuss the itinerary of the trip, hotel lodging, performances, bus seating chart, the importance of sun screen and hydration, Photovision, and more.
PLEASE NOTE: Students that wish to perform with the band at Disney World that are not enrolled in a band during the fourth term need to report to rehearsals either at 7 AM, or at 2:30 PM starting the week of May 8th. For more information, please review the "UPCOMING SPECIAL REHEARSALS" section of this post.
2023 MARCHING BAND SEASON MEETING
This meeting is also on Monday, May 1st. The meeting begins at 7 PM (shortly after the Disney World & Cocoa Beach meeting) in the Richland County Performing Arts Center. We will discuss the upcoming preseason camp, summer rehearsals, the season rehearsal schedules, performances, fees, as well as an introduction of staff and student-leadership. We will also introduce the 2023 marching band show!
UPCOMING SPECIAL REHEARSALS:
GRADUATION BRASS QUINTET (PLUS FRIENDS):
The eight students involved in this ensemble will rehearse from 7:00-7:50 AM on...
Tuesday, May 9th (choir room)
Wednesday, May 10th (band room)
Thursday, May 11th (choir room)
Friday, May 12th (band room)
MEMORIAL DAY BAND & DISNEY BAND:
Those participating in the Olney Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, as well as the Noble Memorial Day Ceremony, will rehearse from 7:00-7:50 AM on...
Tuesday, May 9th (band room)
Thursday, May 11th (band room)
Monday, May 15th (band room)
Tuesday, May 16th (band room)
Wednesday, May 17th (band room)
PLEASE NOTE: Students that perform with the band on Memorial Day, that are not enrolled in a band during the fourth term, must report for the following rehearsals:
7-7:50 AM REHEARSALS: May 9, 11, 15, 16, and 17; or...
2:30-3:00 PM REHEARSALS: May 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, and 17
Likewise, all RCHS instruments, music, leather folders, tuners, and musical accessories must be returned prior to the end of the term. Lockers must be empty and clean.
Sincerely, Christopher Jones Director of Bands Music Teacher Richland County High School |