CN Band Newsletter 08-18

Clovis North Band
5 days ago
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From the Director’s Desk

Happy first week of school! Please read through the updates below to stay informed about all things Band and Color Guard. There is a lot of important information to help keep everyone up to date for the coming season.

Family Night Wrap-Up

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Family Night! A special thank you to Mrs. Chaney and Mr. Dominguez for attending, and to everyone who took the time to participate and be part of the band community.

Attendance Policy

Attendance at all rehearsals, events, and performances is mandatory.

Tuesday Night Rehearsal: Our first Tuesday night rehearsal takes place tonight on the track field, concluding at 9:00 PM.

Dismissal Procedure: After rehearsal, students will return to the band room to clean up before being dismissed to go home.

Parent Viewing: Parents are invited to join us during the last 30 minutes of our Tuesday night rehearsals!

Week at a Glance

Monday: 6th/7th Period – Welcome, locker check-outs, and sectionals.
Tuesday: 6th/7th Period – Concert Band Day | After School – Marching Band Rehearsal (5:30 PM – 9:00 PM, Track Field).
Wednesday: 6th/7th Period – Marching Band music rehearsals.
Thursday: 6th/7th Period – Marching Band music rehearsals | After School – Color Guard (3:30 PM – 5:30 PM), Percussion (5:30 PM – 9:00 PM).
Friday: 6th/7th Period – Marching Band music rehearsals.
Saturday: Full Rehearsal (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) & Part 1 Music Pass-Offs (Woodwinds & Brass).

Action Items & Required Signatures

Please log into your Cuttime magic link, scroll down to the signatures section, and digitally sign the required documents listed below. Additionally, ensure you have completed the Fall Pledge Form on the CN Band website. Each completed document counts as a class assignment.

Varsity Letter Application Acknowledgement
26-27 CN Band Handbook Acknowledgment
CUSD Field Trip Code of Conduct
Concert Etiquette
CUSD Code of Ethics

Program Updates - Wind Ensemble

Congratulations to the members who earned a place in the CN Wind Ensemble! We are preparing for an incredible trip to perform at the Music for All National Concert Band Festival.

Additional Rehearsals: Check Cuttime events for added practice dates; the first is scheduled for November 11.

Parent & Student Meetings: A mandatory meeting will be held soon regarding travel and fundraising plans. Additionally, a mandatory Music for All Zoom kickoff meeting will occur next month.

Attire & Guidelines: Specific concert dress uniforms and travel guidelines will apply during the Indiana trip.

Winter Guard

Rosters for Varsity and JV Winter Guard will be announced shortly.

Following announcements, a parent/student meeting for Varsity families will be held to plan for 2-3 WGI Regionals and the WGI World Championships in Dayton, Ohio. We are working diligently to keep travel costs as manageable as possible.

Music Tests & Pass-Offs

Our first music pass-off for woodwind and brass players takes place this Saturday (Part 1 of the show, from memory). Our goal is 100% first-attempt mastery!

Retake Policy: If a student does not pass, they will review material with their section leader and schedule a retake with Mr. Lesser or Mr. Vargas (before school, lunch, or after school).

Retake Frequency: Retakes are limited to once per day after adequate preparation.

Fundraising & Upcoming Events

Mattress Fundraiser – Saturday, October 3

Help spread the word by handing out referral forms available in the band room! Students receive direct personal bonuses for mattresses sold through their referral forms:

1 mattress = $50.00
2 mattresses = $100.00
3 mattresses = $150.00
4 mattresses = $200.00
5 mattresses = $250.00

Bronco Blitz – Tuesday, September 24

We will tour our 5 local elementary schools to share Bronco Spirit. See the full schedule on Cuttime.

Parent Meetings

Mandatory Chaperone Meeting: Tuesday, August 25 @ 5:30 PM. Required for anyone wishing to chaperone this year (including returning chaperones).

Questions? Contact Leanne Calderaro (leannecalderearo@gmail.com).

Mandatory Parent Meeting "B": Wednesday, August 26 @ 7:00 PM in the Band Room (for those unable to attend the August 4 meeting).

Fall Concert & Attire Guidelines

Mark your calendars! Our Fall Concert is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28. Students will need the following concert attire:

Boys: Black suit or tuxedo, white long-sleeve dress shirt, black bow tie, black dress socks, black dress shoes (marching shoes acceptable). (Note: Wind Ensemble students will have distinct requirements announced soon).

Girls: Black dress pants or slacks, black blouse or sweater, black stockings/socks, black dress shoes (flats).

Jazz Band

Greetings Jazz Families,

CN Jazz is going to start in high gear.

After our informational student meeting on the first day of school, I will audition students as needed. We need to rehearse for a concert that’s coming up in 5 WEEKS!

Introducing, CUSD Jazz Night!

Saturday Sept 19^th 6:30 PM Clovis Unified PAC - All Clovis Unified High School Jazz Bands sharing a concert featuring Trumpet Artist Willie Murillo!

Tickets required...

Please spread the word and invite others so we can pack the house!

Our first CNEC (only) Jazz Concert is Monday November 9^th at 7:00 PM at the PAC.