Band Camp Starts Monday! (July 29th – Aug 2nd 9:00am – 4:00pm)

We can’t wait to get everyone on the field next week!  Several things have already happened this summer including Freshmen Day, Leadership Training and numerous rehearsals with the drumline.  They are ready to go!

Reminders

As we head into Monday, here are some things to remember:

– Register at the Band Booster tent – Camp starts at 9:00 but try to be early as it takes awhile the first day

– Meet outside on the Practice Field behind the school and look for your section sign

– Water bottle

– Sunscreen

– Sack Lunch

– AAA Batteries – A supply like these on Amazon will get a student through the season

– Wired Earbuds – traditional audio plug 1/8”

– Band Fee (turn in under the band booster tent) – You can also pay online via PayPal – coopersvillebands.org/bandfee

– Instrument and supplies (reeds, oil, etc)

– Wear Athletic Shoes

– Uniform Fitting (check your scheduled time) – Link for Uniform Fittings

– Participate in Theme Days!It’s fun! CLICK HERE FOR THEME DAYS

Dress

Dress for the weather but maintain school dress code.Light colors tend to be cooler than dark colors.Try to have pockets in your shorts, it will help for our new Click system. The Click devices do have a clip however.

Link to All Marching Band Documents (Music, Drill, Recording, Cast List, Roster)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1veMvmAPj-T9A7XgMmDwb_aQvQeIIbsQD?usp=sharing

PREVIOUS UPDATES (FROM MID JULY UPDATE)

Updates and Information 

– AAA Batteries – These are for our new Click system.   A supply like these on Amazon will get a student through the season

– Wired Earbuds – These will also be for our new Click system.

(The Click System are individual devices that give each student a metronome in their ear with customized coordinates for each member.  There is no longer a need for the big loud speakers!)

Lunches

Please plan on bringing a sack lunch each day during camp.  The will not be refrigerators available and will have to be stored in the student lockers.

Uniform Fitting

Students will be fit for uniforms during camp.  Each student is being assigned a time.  Please follow the schedule so our parent volunteers can get everyone fit in a timely fashion.  If there is a conflict with your assigned time please text Christine Sprague at 616-502-1426  Please follow this document for instructions and times.

Link for Uniform Fittings

Tentative Schedule for 2024-2025 

This document is all the upcoming dates for the new school year.  This includes all drumline dates as well on the second page.  With the availability of the new athletic fields, we now have the opportunity to use the field for evening rehearsals.  This has been something we have been missing for quite sometime and we now puts us on a more level playing field as we prepare for performances.  There are four scheduled rehearsals that occur during performance weeks.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_89ag_Kvj7-VkTg40pGGXuONlw3-Rw9itmIzyubh_0I/edit?usp=sharing

Reminders of Dates

Band Camp July 29 – Aug 2 9:00 – 4:00 (Required for all High School Band Students)

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

• BAND BOOSTERS WILL COLLECTING MONEY IN THE MORNING OR PAY ONLINE: coopersvillebands.org/bandfee
• 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.

Other Supplies Needed for Camp

– Water Bottle

– Sunscreen

– AAA Batteries – These are for our new Click system.   A supply like these on Amazon will get a student through the season

– Wired Earbuds – These will also be for our new Click system.

(The Click System are individual devices that give each student a metronome in their ear with customized coordinates for each member.  There is no longer a need for the big loud speakers!)

We had a very productive day today at Leadership and Freshman Day!  Our freshmen did a great job and are well-prepared for camp next week.

Theme Days – Full Band

During our Leadership Meeting, the team decided on the Theme Days.  Following the theme earns points for your section towards awards and the trophy at the end of camp.  Please view the following document to read about the theme days. 

CLICK HERE FOR THEME DAYS

Band Summer Mailing – Mid July

Hello Students and Families,

Pre-Camp activities are beginning this week!  Freshmen pre-camp is on Wednesday from 9:00-12:00 on the band practice field behind the school.  Please bring water bottles and sunblock.   Drumline pre-camp is also happening this week.  Please read the information below if you are in drumline.  Leadership Team will assist the Freshmen during the morning and will meet from 12:00-3:00 for training.  We will provide a pizza lunch for the leadership team.  

Updates and Information 

Please begin stocking up on supplies that will be needed for camp

– AAA Batteries – These are for our new Click system.   A supply like these on Amazon will get a student through the season

– Wired Earbuds – These will also be for our new Click system. 

(The Click System are individual devices that give each student a metronome in their ear with customized coordinates for each member.  There is no longer a need for the big loud speakers!)

Lunches

Please plan on bringing a sack lunch each day during camp.  The will not be refrigerators available and will have to be stored in the student lockers 

Uniform Fitting

Students will be fit for uniforms during camp.  Each student is being assigned a time.  Please follow the schedule so our parent volunteers can get everyone fit in a timely fashion.  If there is a conflict with your assigned time please text Christine Sprague at 616-502-1426  Please follow this document for instructions and times.

Link for Uniform Fittings

Music – Music is ready for students in the drive link.  The only music not there is drumline and pit that will come directly from Mark.  Part assignment are not complete, however many of you will have a good idea of what part.  If you are a freshmen you will be playing a 2nd or 3rd part.  You will need to use a CAPS email to access the music. 

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1veMvmAPj-T9A7XgMmDwb_aQvQeIIbsQD?usp=share_link

Drumline –  Drumline Pre-Camp is this week on Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00-12:00.  There is no rehearsal on Thursday as Mark is unavailable.  Please follow your drumline schedule or follow the  master calendar for all the dates.  Your attendance in necessary.  If you have a pre-planning vacation or camp, please make sure you communicate with both the band directors and Mark.  

Tentative Schedule for 2024-2025 This document is all the upcoming dates for the new school year.  This includes all drumline dates as well on the second page.  With the availability of the new athletic fields, we now have the opportunity to use the field for evening rehearsals.  This has been something we have been missing for quite sometime and we now puts us on a more level playing field as we prepare for performances.  There are four scheduled rehearsals that occur during performance weeks. 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_89ag_Kvj7-VkTg40pGGXuONlw3-Rw9itmIzyubh_0I/edit?usp=sharing

Reminders of Dates

Drumline –  See Calendar

Band Camp July 29 – Aug 2 9:00 – 4:00 (Required for all High School Band Students)

Freshmen Camp July 24 9:00 – 12:00 (Only 9th Graders and Leadership Team)

Leadership Team July 24 9:00 – 3:00 (Leadership Team Only)

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.

Other Supplies Needed for Camp

– Water Bottle

– Sunscreen

– AAA Batteries – These are for our new Click system.   A supply like these on Amazon will get a student through the season

– Wired Earbuds – These will also be for our new Click system. 

(The Click System are individual devices that give each student a metronome in their ear with customized coordinates for each member.  There is no longer a need for the big loud speakers!)

Band Summer Mailing – Early July

Hello Students and Families,

Music – Music is ready for students in the drive link.  The only music not there is drumline and pit that will come directly from Mark.  Part assignment are not complete, however many of you will have a good idea of what part.  If you are a freshmen you will be playing a 2nd or 3rd part.  You will need to use a CAPS email to access the music. 

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1veMvmAPj-T9A7XgMmDwb_aQvQeIIbsQD?usp=share_link

Drumline –   Drumline is off to a great start.  There have had a few rehearsals already and are doing fantastic!  Please follow your drumline schedule or follow the master calendar for all the dates.  You attendance in necessary.  If you have a pre-planning vacation or camp, please make sure you communicate with both the band directors and Mark.  

Tentative Schedule for 2024-2025 This document is all the upcoming dates for the new school year.  This includes all drumline dates as well on the second page.  With the availability of the new athletic fields, we now have the opportunity to use the field for evening rehearsals.  This has been something we have been missing for quite sometime and we now puts us on a more level playing field as we prepare for performances.  There are four scheduled rehearsals that occur during performance weeks. 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_89ag_Kvj7-VkTg40pGGXuONlw3-Rw9itmIzyubh_0I/edit?usp=sharing

Reminders of Dates

Drumline – See Calendar

Band Camp July 29 – Aug 2 9:00 – 4:00 (Required for all High School Band Students)

Freshmen Camp July 24 9:00 – 12:00 (Only 9th Graders and Leadership Team)

Leadership Team July 24 9:00 – 3:00 (Leadership Team Only)

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.

Other Supplies Needed for Camp

– Water Bottle

– Sunscreen

– AAA Batteries – These are for our new Click system.  A supply like these on Amazon will get a student through the season

– Wired Earbuds – These will also be for our new Click system. 

(The Click System are individual devices that give each student a metronome in their ear with customized coordinates for each member.  There is no longer a need for the big loud speakers!)

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) later this summer.