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Thursday, May 14, 2009
MS/HS Concert/BBQ
On May 20th at 530 PM there will be a BBQ benefitting the band programs at THS and TMS at the HS. Following the BBQ the two schools will combine to present their spring concert. Performances include the 6th grade Concert Band, 7th and 8th grade Symphonic Band, HS Symphonic Band, Marching Band, and jazz band. The end of the evening will conclude with a massed band performance of all the students. Please dont miss out on this opportunity to support your students!
Elementary Concert
Elementary Concert on May 14th in the TES Multipurpose Room. Features include the HS Jazz band performing in addition to the student performances. 7pm!!! See you there!
MS Band Contest
On May 12th the Middle School Symphonic Band rode down to Mt. Solo Middle School in Longview, WA for the SWWMEA MS Band Contest. They performed Jasmine Flower, Rogue River Venture, and The Original 13.
The Symphonic band recieved a rating of I- (Superior). GREAT JOB GUYS!!!
The Symphonic band recieved a rating of I- (Superior). GREAT JOB GUYS!!!
Newport Loyalty Days
On May 1-4 the Beaver Marching Band traveled to Newport, Oregon for a 3 day marching excursion of excitement. Although it rained all weekend, there were me spots of sun during the weekend. The Band placed 3rd in the parade. Student also were able to visit historic downtown newport, the carnival, ice skating in Portland, visit the Tillamook cheese factory and have a great time in the Newport HS gym.
a little adventure started when one of the lights burst into flames on Saturday evening. A little excitement helps the time pass. All in all it was a great trip!
a little adventure started when one of the lights burst into flames on Saturday evening. A little excitement helps the time pass. All in all it was a great trip!
HS Band Contest
On March 26th the High School Band traveled to Kelso High School for the SWWMEA HS Band Contest. They recieved a II rating (Excellent).
Great job guys!
Great job guys!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Middle School Update!
Massed Band Festival 2009
On March 16th we have the privilege to travel to Adna Middle/High School to participate in the 2009 Middle School Massed Band Festival. The students will be performing one piece of music and then joining in with fourteen other middle school bands to perform four more pieces. We will depart from the school following lunch on the 19th. Once we arrive in Adna, there will be rehearsal during the day (from 2-5pm), followed by a short dinner break and changing time, with the concert occurring from 7-830pm. Following the concert we will pack up and return to the middle school around 930pm. This is an amazing opportunity for the student to be able to perform for other students their age as well as perform WITH students from other schools. As far as I know, there is nothing else like this in the state. We are looking for a few chaperones, if you are available to help, please contact Mr. Bowerly @ bowerlya@tenino.k12.wa.us.
Winter Band Concert
On Thursday March 19th, the Concert and Symphonic Bands will be presenting their winter concert numbers. The symphonic band will be performing many of the pieces from Massed Band Festival and the Concert band will be presenting several pieces themselves. Also performing are any students that participated in the regional solo/ensemble contest in February.
B and Shirts
Band Shirt orders are now being taken so that we will have them in time for Massed Band Festival. They are TEN DOLLARS and please make cash/checks payable to Tenino Middle School. The shirts will help promote unity in the band and will help them look good when we travel.
Practice Sheets
As the year goes on I just like to remind all parents about expectations. Your student(s) should be practicing at home every week. The expectation is for two hours a week. That’s a mere 17 minutes a day! Please make sure to remind them to bring their instruments home/get them out of the case. Those practice sheets are due EVERY TUESDAY.
Check out all things TENINO BAND @ www.Teninoband.blogspot.com
On March 16th we have the privilege to travel to Adna Middle/High School to participate in the 2009 Middle School Massed Band Festival. The students will be performing one piece of music and then joining in with fourteen other middle school bands to perform four more pieces. We will depart from the school following lunch on the 19th. Once we arrive in Adna, there will be rehearsal during the day (from 2-5pm), followed by a short dinner break and changing time, with the concert occurring from 7-830pm. Following the concert we will pack up and return to the middle school around 930pm. This is an amazing opportunity for the student to be able to perform for other students their age as well as perform WITH students from other schools. As far as I know, there is nothing else like this in the state. We are looking for a few chaperones, if you are available to help, please contact Mr. Bowerly @ bowerlya@tenino.k12.wa.us.
Winter Band Concert
On Thursday March 19th, the Concert and Symphonic Bands will be presenting their winter concert numbers. The symphonic band will be performing many of the pieces from Massed Band Festival and the Concert band will be presenting several pieces themselves. Also performing are any students that participated in the regional solo/ensemble contest in February.
B and Shirts
Band Shirt orders are now being taken so that we will have them in time for Massed Band Festival. They are TEN DOLLARS and please make cash/checks payable to Tenino Middle School. The shirts will help promote unity in the band and will help them look good when we travel.
Practice Sheets
As the year goes on I just like to remind all parents about expectations. Your student(s) should be practicing at home every week. The expectation is for two hours a week. That’s a mere 17 minutes a day! Please make sure to remind them to bring their instruments home/get them out of the case. Those practice sheets are due EVERY TUESDAY.
Check out all things TENINO BAND @ www.Teninoband.blogspot.com
Monday, March 2, 2009
March 26th
March 26th we are heading south to longview to compete in the regional band contest. Students will be performing three works, Aparito Roca, Creed and Air for Band for judges that will rate the ensemble from a I (superior) to a V (bad) (II is excellent, III is good, IV is fair).
Our performance time has not yet been announced, but you are welcome to come and join us for this experience!
Our performance time has not yet been announced, but you are welcome to come and join us for this experience!
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