Schedule for Homecoming (Friday, 9-29)

3:15 Uniforms Begin

4:00 First Drop off for the Parade (We are using one bus with three trips)

5:15 Parade Begins

6:00 Pizza Provided by the Band Booster in the Band Room Hallway

6:30 Lineup for the Game

7:00 Game Begins

All band students march in the parade.  If you are interested in supporting another of your school groups there will be a sign up to wear that shirt/jersey in place of your band coat.  You will still wear the rest of the uniform.

We will be involved in the various activities during the school day.  These times will be discussed during class. 

Uniform Fitting

For those people that have not been able to open the fitting schedule, Mrs. Sprague has now updated the access so you should be able to get it.

Here is the link to the fitting schedule:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qjb4xwfQolVCv8JtEr1Gj17kC-A0sSKdDva8BUOdVic/edit?usp=sharing

The Leadership Team had their training day today and worked on Camp Theme Days and Section Colors.   Here is what they came up with:

Monday – Frat boy (backward hat, glasses, button down, shorts – google it!)

Tuesday – Wacky (mismatched fun socks, crazy hair, crazy hats 

Wednesday – Holiday Day (Valentines, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Birthday hat)

Thursday – Tropical (Hawaiian shirt, lei)

Friday – Section Color

Flutes – Pink

Clarinets/Bass Clarinets – Purple

Trumpets – Gray

Altos/mellos – Red

Low brass – Blue

Pit/Drumline – Green 

Drum Majors – white 

Muppets by Section – (for signs – not dress up)  Look for your section sign to know where to go at camp Monday morning

Flutes – Miss Piggy

Clarinets/Bass – Elmo

Trumpets – Dr. Teeth 

Mellos – Gonzo

Saxophones – Beeker 

Low Brass – Fozzie Bear

Pit/Drumline – Animal

Drum Majors – Kermit

Marching Band Activities Beginning This Week

Hello Students and Families,

Marching Band activities begin this week with Freshman Camp and Leadership Team!  Can’t wait to get started!

Please plan on meeting on the practice field behind the band room.  Parents can drop off student in the parking lot next to the stadium.  You do not need to enter the building.  Building access will be available through the band room doors.

What to bring:

Instrument – With Flip Folder (If you have not been issued a flip folder yet, we do have them)

Water Bottle

Sunscreen

Athletic Shoes (Shoes that can be tied, no sandles, crocs, etc..)

Wear light colors and dress for warm weather

And most importantly, a good attitude and a willingness to learn!

Reminders for Band Camp Next Week

Reminders of Dates

Band Camp July 31 – Aug 4 9:00 – 4:00 (Required for all High School Band Students)

Freshmen Camp July 26 9:00 – 12:00 (Only 9th Graders and Leadership Team)

Leadership Team July 26 12:00 – 3:00 (Leadership Team Only)

Uniform Fitting

Here is the Uniform Fitting Schedule from Mrs. Sprague.  Please note your date and time.  Times are scheduled before and after camp. 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1qjb4xwfQolVCv8JtEr1Gj17kC-A0sSKdDva8BUOdVic/edit?usp=sharing_eip_m&ts=64b73f4a

Music

Here is the music to download.  You will still get printed parts at camp however it is a good time to blow off the dust and start taking a look.  If you are not sure what part to play, a roster will be available soon that will list your part assignment.   Here is the link to download your copy.  Please note it requires a CAPS email login.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15xSqBuZsgDZJYl4Zt7QuvKCIcZYE0LZc?usp=sharing

Parent Volunteers

Booster President Marc SImkins is asking for parent volunteers and donations that can help us at Band Camp.  Please read his post at the following link and considering helping out or donating if you are able.

https://coopersvillebands.org/2023-band-camp-volunteer-donation-sign-up/

Lunch and Water Bottles

Students will need to bring a sack lunch and a water bottle for camp. 

Drumline

Please make sure you have your availability up to date on this form for summer rehearsals

https://doodle.com/meeting/participate/id/boyyYoze

Band Fee

The Band Fee is used to help cover camp expenses and hiring staff.No student will be turned away or excluded based on financial concerns.

$10 – Uniform Black Band T-shirt ( Freshmen & new members)

$50 – Band Fee

• Paypal will be an option later this summer
• Band boosters will also be collecting money in the morning
• Please make checks out to “Coopersville Bronco Band Boosters”
• Families with more than 2 students in band will only be charged 1 fee of $100
• Marching Shoes will also be needed and a link to a storefront will be available later this summer.