The Bronco Marching Band

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Grade 9-12 - Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Marching Band, Jazz Band 

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5th Grade Beginning Band at South Elementary 


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Band News and Announcements

Camp Theme Days, Section Colors and Muppets!

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

High School Marching Band Activities Begin this Week!

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!

​Event ​Location ​Time
​Freshmen Camp – All Freshmen and Leadership Team Members ​Practice Field ​9:00am – 12:00pm
​Leadership Team Meeting and Training ​Band Room ​12:00pm – 3:00pm

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.

High School – Mid-July Marching Band Update

Marching Band Summer Mailing – Mid July

Hello Students and Families,

Music

Good news!  The music is ready for download!  It 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. 

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)

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.

Uniform Fitting

Students will be fit for uniforms (marching and concert) before and after camp.  A schedule will be provided by Mrs. Sprague (Uniform Chair) soon.

2023 BAND CAMP VOLUNTEER & DONATION SIGN UP!

Looking forward to band camp in a couple weeks, but we need your help to make it a success! Please sign up to help by donating items or your time! Thank you!

**If you want to volunteer your time this season, you MUST complete the CAPS background check. You can do this at the high school office. Office hours are Monday – Thursdays 8am – 2pm. Please contact them at 997-3500 for available hours.

Volunteer Sign Up! – Coopersville Bands

 

 

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Contact

Mr. Greg VanStrien
Band Director - High School Lead
About Mr. VanStrien
E-Mail
(616) 997-3522

Mrs. Lisa Borst
Band Director - Middle School Lead
About Mrs. Borst
E-Mail
(616) 997-3420

directors@coopersvillebands.org goes to both band directors

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Upcoming Events

  • Jazz Band Concert April 29, 2024 at 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • 1/2 day May 8, 2024
  • 7th & 8th Spring Band Concert May 14, 2024 at 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
  • HS Spring Concert May 16, 2024 at 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
  • 5th grade spring band concert May 23, 2024 at 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
  • 6th Grade Spring Band Concert May 23, 2024 at 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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