Percussion: Week of January 18 - 24

Jan 18

We are starting to settle in with the new semester. Overall, you have done a good job of getting started with solos, staying “on track” with ensembles, and showing up to our activities.

After having Monday off, we have a normal rehearsal week, and pep band on Friday. Friday, all students will need to have at least 1/3 of your solos prepared to pass off in class.

Cycle 3, Week 3 (B Week), January 18 - 24

Monday
- No School - MLK Jr. Day
Tuesday
- During B5 + B6 - Pad fundamentals, solos and ensembles
- During B7 - Pad and Mallet fundamentals
- Symphonic Band from 3:25-5:00 - Percussion attendance is voluntary until February.
Wednesday
- During A1 - Mallet Fundamentals, solos and ensembles
- NFPE Rehearsal from 3:30-5:00pm
  - Rogue Agent from 3:30 - 4:10, Sculpture in Wood from 4:15 - 5:00pm
Thursday
- During B5 + B6 - Mallet fundamentals, solos and ensembles
- During B7 - Pad and Mallet Fundamentals
- NFPE Rehearsal from 3:30-5:30pm
  - Rogue Agent from 3:30 - 4:30, Sculpture in Wood from 4:30 - 5:30pm
Friday (B Day)
- During A1 - Solo and Ensembles
- Pep Band performance at NF Basketball Game
  - Call Time is 4:00pm, Likely dismissal after 9:30pm.
Saturday
- Free
Sunday
- Free

Weekly Band Updates + Announcements

Make sure you keep up with the weekly announcements for the whole band. You can access announcements at the top of the page, or by clicking HERE.

You can access the weekly band update by clicking HERE.

Pep Band Game Info

We have three Pep Band performances over the next month. Our pep band will perform. at several home basketball games to add our support and spirit for the community. Here are some notes for those that plan to participate:

Participation is voluntary, based on signups on the white board in the ensemble room.
Games are on January 12, January 23, and February 6.
- Call time will be around 4-4:30. Percussionists should arrive 30 minutes before the winds to set up the drum set.
- End time may vary. Basketball games include varsity boys and ladies games and at times gets behind schedule. Most games conclude after 9:30pm
Attire is a Ranger band shirt (Show Shirt or Green shirt) and jeans.
Concessions will be allowed per director discretion. If permitted, we always need at least two ready to play, and participants should not take more than 1, 15 minute break for concessions.
Participants are the only ones allowed to be with the band. Those that want to attend the game as a spectator may not sit with the band.

Solo and Percussion Ensemble Goals

Percussion Ensemble Goals for the Week

Sculpture in Wood - Learn H-K, Review and refine Top-H with an emphasis on A-C
Rogue Agent - Learn the coda to the end mm 36-60 + 80-95, Review and refine top-20 and 36-95
Enchanted Woods - Learn C-F and G-end, Review and Refine Beginning-D

Solo Goals for the Week

Preparing 1/3 of the solo to be passed off Friday, January 23

Expectations

Students take individual responsibility to prepare the material above by the conclusion of the week.
- Students should have a planned practice schedule
- Solos and ensemble parts should be practiced equally as needed
  - All material needs to be in a place that can be “rehearsed.” Perfect performance is not expected, proper preparation is expected.
    - In other words, do not just practice what you already know.
Students need music and a pencil for all ensemble rehearsals

Promises if Expectations are Met

Mr. Collins will provide individual guidance to every student at least 1 time per week for solos.
Percussion ensemble rehearsals will provide time to go over new material conclusively and a limited time to review previously learned material.

Upcoming Events

Winter HS Percussion Concert - Friday, February 20
UIL Region 3 Solo and Ensemble Festival - Saturday, February 21
North Texas Percussion Festival - Saturday, February 28

Enhancement Series

Starting in February, we will be introducing the new “Enhancement” Series. Enhancements will be optional clinics meant to add skill and experience in areas of interest. Students participating in these clinics will get additional help in preparing for drumline auditions, drum set development and 4 mallet development.

Enhancements are meant for current 8th graders and high school students. They will be held on Wednesdays from 6:00-6:30. There is an additional cost for these sessions, but all high school percussionists are allowed to attend 2 sessions at no cost. Learn more about the enhancement series by visiting the Middle School Drum Club section of the website or clicking HERE for the online registration.

Drumline Jersey Payment

Drumline Jersey payments are past due. Multiple students/families have not made payments and will be receiving notice in the coming week requesting payments be made immediately. Please review past weekly percussion updates for details on costs and how to provide payment.