RCHS BANDS - Marching Tigers Daily Bulletins

Daily Bulletin for 9/27/22

9/27/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
SAVE THE DATE! The Music Shoppe hosts an instrument Step-Up Night at RCHS. This event is open to all high school students across our area, beginning band to high school. For those that are looking for an intermediate or professional instrument to take you to the next level, this is your chance to try out several instruments at RCHS! See the bottom of this post for more details.
We get to see our old uniforms again! The old Marching Tigers uniforms were adapted by Puxico High School, the band that performs immediately before us at SIU!
Panther Marching Band Member for a Day, which will take place on Saturday, November 12. Participating students will spend an EIU home football gameday marching and playing along with the Panther Marching Band. This is a great way for students to get a feel for what it feels like to perform in a college marching band and to spend the day on the EIU campus. You need to provide your own transportation. Click this link for more information:
https://www.eiu.edu/marching_band/band_day.php
35th Annual EIU High School Honor Band Festival, which will take place on Saturday, December 10 in the beautiful Doudna Fine Arts Center on the EIU campus. Fifty-five to sixty-five of the best high school band students in Illinois and Indiana will enjoy a day of band rehearsals, a faculty showcase recital and a group warm-up led by our outstanding applied faculty. The day will culminate in a shared concert with the EIU Wind Symphony in EIU's world-class, Dvorak Concert Hall. Transportation is provided by the school. Please notify Mr. Jones if you plan on attending. Click this link for more information:
https://www.eiu.edu/music/events_hshonorband.php
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! We will meet in the band room at 9:55am before departing for EIU. Our return time is 5pm; however, we can make arrangements for some to return earlier if needed. This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year. Please fill out the RSVP form today by clicking HERE. You must sign into your rccu1 account before accessing the form.
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Make sure to review the RCHS Bands handbook on the website, and to contact Mr. Jones after completing the form. Click HERE to access the form.
SIU MUSIC & MOTION MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL: On October 1st, 2022 from 7:00am-6:00pm. Clicking HERE for more information.
EFFINGHAM MARCHING HEARTS INVITATIONAL: On October 8th, 2022 from 8:30-10:30am. Clicking HERE for more information.
DRIVERS NEEDED! We need back up drivers that are able to drive a 42 foot trailer. If you have a family member or a truck driver in the family, please encourage them to volunteer as a back up driver for the Marching Tigers. Mr. Deimel is our primary driver. Mr. Doan from the bus barn, is a back-up driver. However, if neither of them are available for a competition, we need someone to step in. Please have your family member email me at cjones@rccu1.net if they are available. Family members may also call (618) 393-2191 ext. 3153.
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 29th during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 27-33. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

Daily Bulletin for 9/26/22

9/26/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! We will meet in the band room at 9:55am before departing for EIU. Our return time is 5pm; however, we can make arrangements for some to return earlier if needed. This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year. Please fill out the RSVP form today by clicking HERE. You must sign into your rccu1 account before accessing the form.
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Make sure to review the RCHS Bands handbook on the website, and to contact Mr. Jones after completing the form. Click HERE to access the form.
EFFINGHAM MARCHING HEARTS INVITATIONAL: On October 8th, 2022 from 8:30-10:30am. Clicking HERE for more information.
DRIVERS NEEDED! We need back up drivers that are able to drive a 42 foot trailer. If you have a family member or a truck driver in the family, please encourage them to volunteer as a back up driver for the Marching Tigers. Mr. Deimel is our primary driver. Mr. Doan from the bus barn, is a back-up driver. However, if neither of them are available for a competition, we need someone to step in. Please have your family member email me at cjones@rccu1.net if they are available. Family members may also call (618) 393-2191 ext. 3153.
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 29th during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 27-33. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

9/26/22 - UPDATE TO DAILY SCHEDULE

9/26/2022

Daily Bulletin for 9/23/22

9/23/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
Mr. Milliman will join us on Monday for a portion of our practice. Mr. Milliman is a guard instructor that will work with the RCHS Color Guard in Mr. Tucker's absences.
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! We will meet in the band room at 9:55am before departing for EIU. Our return time is 5pm; however, we can make arrangements for some to return earlier if needed. This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year. Please fill out the RSVP form today by clicking HERE. You must sign into your rccu1 account before accessing the form.
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Make sure to review the RCHS Bands handbook on the website, and to contact Mr. Jones after completing the form. Click HERE to access the form.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
Because we have a 7am call-time on Saturday, we will leave Friday's game after the half-time so that you can get rest before the big day.
DRIVERS NEEDED! We need back up drivers that are able to drive a 42 foot trailer. If you have a family member or a truck driver in the family, please encourage them to volunteer as a back up driver for the Marching Tigers. Mr. Deimel is our primary driver. Mr. Doan from the bus barn, is a back-up driver. However, if neither of them are available for a competition, we need someone to step in. Please have your family member email me at cjones@rccu1.net if they are available. Family members may also call (618) 393-2191 ext. 3153.
FALL FESTIVAL & PANTHER MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL (9/25): Click HERE for the day's schedule. There will be two buses that day. One will return to RCHS at 6:15 PM. The other will return at 10:30 PM. Please fill out the following form so that we can determine our transportation needs by clicking HERE.
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 22nd during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 20-28. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

Daily Bulletin for 9/22/2022

9/22/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! We will meet in the band room at 9:55am before departing for EIU. Our return time is 5pm; however, we can make arrangements for some to return earlier if needed. This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year. Please fill out the RSVP form today by clicking HERE. You must sign into your rccu1 account before accessing the form.
Dress warm tomorrow. Tomorrow will be COLD!
A very big thank you to Kyle, Bailey, Ryan, & Emma for painting the field last night!
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Make sure to review the RCHS Bands handbook on the website, and to contact Mr. Jones after completing the form. Click HERE to access the form.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
Because we have a 7am call-time on Saturday, we will leave Friday's game after the half-time so that you can get rest before the big day.
DRIVERS NEEDED! We need back up drivers that are able to drive a 42 foot trailer. If you have a family member or a truck driver in the family, please encourage them to volunteer as a back up driver for the Marching Tigers. Mr. Deimel is our primary driver. Mr. Doan from the bus barn, is a back-up driver. However, if neither of them are available for a competition, we need someone to step in. Please have your family member email me at cjones@rccu1.net if they are available. Family members may also call (618) 393-2191 ext. 3153.
FALL FESTIVAL & PANTHER MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL (9/25): Click HERE for the day's schedule. There will be two buses that day. One will return to RCHS at 6:15 PM. The other will return at 10:30 PM. Please fill out the following form so that we can determine our transportation needs by clicking HERE.
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 22nd during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 20-28. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

Daily Bulletin for 9/21/22

9/21/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Make sure to review the RCHS Bands handbook on the website, and to contact Mr. Jones after completing the form. Click HERE to access the form.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
PANTHER MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL (9/25): Click HERE for the day's schedule. There will be two buses that day. One will return to EIU at 6:15 PM. The other will return at 10:30 PM. Please fill out the following form so that we can determine our transportation needs by clicking HERE.
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! IT IS FREE! This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year. Please message me
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 22nd during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 20-28. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

Daily Bulletin for 9/20/22

9/20/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
NOON DISMISSAL TOMORROW: You, my lucky friends, get out of school at noon tomorrow! You may find the schedule for the day at the bottom of this post.
PICTURE DAY FOR GRADES 9-11: Freshmen through Juniors, school picture day is tomorrow. They will take place in Ron Herrin Gym. Faculty and staff pictures will begin at 7:30. We will call classes down to the gym after the 8:00 bell tomorrow starting with the juniors.
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Make sure to contact Mr. Jones after completing the form. Click HERE to access the form.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
PANTHER MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL (9/25): Click HERE for the day's schedule. There will be two buses that day. One will return to EIU at 6:15 PM. The other will return at 10:30 PM. Please fill out the following form so that we can determine our transportation needs by clicking HERE.
MAKE-UP TEST WEDNESDAY: Get Ready 4 This for front ensemble
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! IT IS FREE! This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year!!! https://www.eiu.edu/music/machform/view.php?id=31710. Please message Mr. Jones if you plan on attending.
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 22nd during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 20-28. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

Daily Bulletin for 9/19/22

9/19/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
MENTORS & MENTEES: Mentors, please touch base with your "littles" regarding the upcoming performance at the Olney City Park and at EIU. Make sure they have everything they need for the day.
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Make sure to contact Mr. Jones after completing the form. Click HERE to access the form.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
PANTHER MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL (9/25): Click HERE for the day's schedule. There will be two buses that day. One will return to EIU at 6:15 PM. The other will return at 10:30 PM. Please fill out the following form so that we can determine our transportation needs by clicking HERE.
MAKE-UP TEST WEDNESDAY: Get Ready 4 This for front ensemble
RETESTS: Retests for 20a-26a has been postponed until a later date. Stay tuned for more information.
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! IT IS FREE! This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year!!! https://www.eiu.edu/music/machform/view.php?id=31710. Please message Mr. Jones if you plan on attending.
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 22nd during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 20-28. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

September 15th, 2022

9/15/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
ILMEA AUDITION CUTS: ILMEA has narrowed the audition material. Visit https://ilmea.org/5auditions for more details.
HOMECOMING: Homecoming is right around the corner. You may find the schedule on the 9/12 Daily Bulletin. If you can, leave your cases on the large trailer. We will use the 42' trailer to get instruments back to the band room after the homecoming parade. The weather is pleasant, which means you may leave your instrument on the trailer. You may find an areal view of the parade line up at the bottom of this post. Please dress in lots of orange and black. The theme is extreme school spirit. We will take a picture of the band (which will also be used at SIUC) during rehearsal. Those in sports, wear your team jerseys.
HOMECOMING CLASS SCHEDULE: You may find Friday, September 16th schedule at the bottom of this post.
MENTORS & MENTEES: Mentors, please touch base with your "littles" tonight. Give them a call, shoot them a text, or use your social media tool of your choice. Fill them in on what to expect, and items they need for the homecoming assembly, parade, game, and Saturday's marching band competition. Mentors, if your "little" and you are dressed in school spirit, you both get an OCP! Just remember that both the "big" and "little" must be dressed for extreme spirt!
EXCUSED ABSENCE REQUEST FORM: Should you need to miss an event due to illness, another school event, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, please fill out the following form. You must first log into your rccu1 account before clicking on the link. Click HERE to access the form.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
FOURTH MOVEMENT: The drill charts and coordinates for Clocks (revised), may be found under Student Resources.
SAGE CITY INVITATIONAL (9/17): Click HERE for the day's schedule.
PANTHER MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL (9/25): Click HERE for the day's schedule. There will be two buses that day. One will return to EIU at 6:15 PM. The other will return at 10:30 PM. Please fill out the following form so that we can determine our transportation needs by clicking HERE.
MAKE-UP TEST WEDNESDAY: Get Ready 4 This for front ensemble
RETESTS: Retests for 20a-26a has been postponed until a later date. Stay tuned for more information.
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! IT IS FREE! This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year!!! https://www.eiu.edu/music/machform/view.php?id=31710. Please message Mr. Jones if you plan on attending.
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS. The audition music is over Time of Your Life and the ILMEA scales mm. 1-6.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 22nd during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 20-28. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!

Daily Bulletin for 9/14/22

9/14/2022

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tomorrow's rehearsal schedule is listed above. This schedule is subject to change, should the need arise.
HOMECOMING: Homecoming is right around the corner. You may find the schedule on the 9/12 Daily Bulletin.
Bring cash to competitions. Many competitions won't accept debit/credit cards.
SAGE CITY INVITATIONAL (9/17): Click HERE for the day's schedule.
PANTHER MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL (9/25): Click HERE for the day's schedule.
MAKE-UP TEST WEDNESDAY: Get Ready 4 This for front ensemble
RETESTS: Retests for 20a-26a has been postponed until a later date. Stay tuned for more information.
ILMEA AUDITION PREP DAY: On September 28, 2022 from 12:30-3:30, the EIU faculty has organized an audition prep day for ALL levels and ensembles! IT IS FREE! This is a great opportunity to get your students prepared for auditions and getting that video just right so we have full, successful District Festivals this year!!! https://www.eiu.edu/music/machform/view.php?id=31710. Please message Mr. Jones if you plan on attending.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP: We will meet on Thursday, September 8th during lunch to discuss The Twin Thieves. I am open to food ideas. Please read chapters 8-14. I would like to meet every Thursday during lunch during the 1st term.

OLD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Missing items? Check the band's lost and found outside of the music office.
EIU HONOR JAZZ COMBO DAY: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Monday, November 7th. Click HERE for more information.
EIU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR BAND FESTIVAL: This event takes place at Eastern Illinois University on Saturday, December 10th. Click HERE for more information.
SENIOR SONG: Seniors, what would you like to play for the final performance? Start thinking about it now!
2022-23 HONORS WIND ENSEMBLE: It's almost time! If you are interested in auditioning for the Honors Wind, please click HERE and fill out the following form. The Honor Wind Ensemble is the premiere instrumental ensemble at RCHS. This advanced level class is by audition only, and is designed to challenge the most experienced and talented musicians with RCHS.
NO GUM! Just a reminder that gum is prohibited (in mouth or not) in the music department. I am aware that gum is allowed in the other parts of the school, and that the school handbook doesn't say anything about gum. However, gum can cause serious damage to an instrument (especially woodwinds). Also, I just scraped three pieces of gum off the band room floor.
PERSONAL DAYS: Many of you performed at the 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony In Olney. Because that was not a grade, (it was in the summer) I awarded each of you 3.0 hours of personal time. Many of you also earned 1-2 hours of personal time for perfect (or near perfect) attendance for practices from July 25th to August 13th. You may use this personal time for any rehearsal. You may not use this time for performances, rehearsals before a performance, or for other classes. Click HERE to view your available personal time.
Order your A Matter of Time show-attire RCHS Marching Tigers ball-cap, & the department attire now by clicking HERE. I updated the form as of 8/25 to include the ball-cap. The front of the ball-cap will have our "O" logo (as seen below). The back of the cap will say "Marching Tigers" in white (no picture of this one yet - sorry). The ball-cap will not contain the music department logo. The cost for ball-caps is $40. Sousaphones, your caps are free; however, I still need you to fill out the form for sizes.
COLOR GUARD: You were exempt from Tuesdays and Thursdays practices from 7-8am to compensate for the two hour evening rehearsals. Because your evening practices are now only 1.5 hours, I am modifying your schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will still report to class at 8am on Tuesdays; however, from this point forward, you need to report on Thursdays at 7:30am. If a member of the color guard is not able to attend a portion, or all, of an evening rehearsal, that individual will make up your time between Tuesday from 7-8, and/or Thursday from 7-7:30.
The music commons is available to use during lunch!