Monday, March 29, 2021

Spartan Regiment Update 3/28/21

 Monday:  

  • Indoor Drumline Rehearsal 5 - 8:30 pm     
  • ALL BAND FEES PAST DUE
Tuesday:  
  • Guard Rehearsal 5-7:30 pm
  • Indoor Winds Rehearsal 5-7 pm
Wednesday:  
  • AM Concert Band Rehearsal @ 6:45 am - Arrive y 6:30 am

Thursday:  
  • Indoor Drumline Rehearsal 8-8:30 pm
  • Indoor Winds Rehearsal 5-7 pm - Indoor Facility

Friday:  

  • NO SCHOOL - Good Friday Holiday

In Person Summer Band Camps: 2021-2022

Band Registration Saturday, June 5th 8am to 5pm (By Appointment)


June Band Camp (Lunch 11:30am to 1pm)

Monday, June 7th through Friday, June 11th 8am to 5pm

Friday, June 11th 7pm to 8pm Parent Performance (staff welcome to attend)


July Band Camp (ONLY Guard & Percussion) (Lunch 11:30am to 1pm)

Monday, July 19th through Friday, July 23rd 8am to 5pm


August Band Camp (Lunch 11:30am to 1pm)

Monday, July 26 through Friday, July 30th 8am to 5pm

Monday, August 2 through Friday, August 6th 8am to 5pm

Monday, August 9 through Friday, August 13th 8am to 5pm

Monday, August 16 through Tuesday, August 17th 8am to 5pm



Senior Night Information NEEDED

Seniors please return uniforms if you borrowed them for pictures. Thank you.

Please complete the following (links sent via email):

  • SENIOR Script
  • Signature for the SENIOR T-Shirt
  • Senior Information Survey


2021 Solo and Ensemble

Our BISD Solo and Ensemble contest will be Mon, May 17th at Centennial HS.  All wind & percussion players are required to perform at least a solo. Students who take private lessons should work with their teacher to pick out a solo appropriate for them. Seniors who perform a Class 1 solo and earn a division one rating at the contest have the opportunity to compete for Scholarship Money. (Senior Recital Wed, May 19th)

  • UPDATE: Entry Fee DUE April 1st - Mr. Klein will let you know when payments can be made
  • Payment is made in CutTime
  • If you are not using school music, order solo music ASAP
  • Letter Jacket Requirement


UIL Concert  Band and Rehearsals

UIL Concert & Sightreading preparation has already begun in daily classroom rehearsals. Eligibility for UIL Concert & Sight-Reading contest is determined by band grades (including passoffs), attendance, and class participation. Student Commitment/Survey form must be on file. 

  • Morning Rehearsals this week (Wednesday and Friday) *Unless stated above*
  • Concert Horns 6:45 am - 8:10 am
  • 6:15 am band opens; arrive by 6:3 0am; in seats by 6:40 am; start 6:45 am



Mission Possible:  Grow the Band

This year has been a challenging one that brought a lot of uncertainty.  Some students didn't know what the school year was going to look like for them and chose to pursue other opportunities. 


STUDENTS - If you know of a student that WAS in band at Kerr or Steam and would like to return, encourage that student to meet with a Director.

Band Class Passoff Schedule - TEST GRADES

Passoff assignments are TEST grades. Students may retest to receive up to full credit, but students must retest before the end of the 6 weeks.

5th 6 Weeks Supply Check Wed March 3rd

Supply Checks are pass or fail, so if you are missing 1 item it is a zero. Students can bring items later for full credit before the end of the six weeks grading period.


1st Annual Band Golf Tournament - May 1st

Location:  Hidden Creek Golf Course

Do you know of anyone interested in playing in our Band Golf Tournament? There are lots of prizes and a silent auction!  Information on this exciting event can be found on the spartanregiment.org site by selecting the "Golf Classic Event" Tab

Additional information on this event can be found on this website by selecting the "Golf Classic Event" tab.

Important Spring Dates

  • April 8th Indoor Winds Showcase Concert 7pm - CHS Arena
  • April 9th Indoor Percussion Showcase Concert 7 pm - CHS Arena
  • April 20-21 UIL Concert & Sight Reading Contest @ BHS Arena
  • April 24th Senior BBQ Location TBA
  • April 27th CHS Band Spring Concert 7pm - CHS Arena
  • May 1st Golf Tournament 1 pm - 6 pm - Hidden Creek Golf Course
  • May ??? Band Banquet - Outdoor Venue TBA
  • May 17th Solo and Ensemble Contest - CHS (after school)
  • May 19th Senior Solo Scholarship Recital - CHS (after school)

Pay Band Fees Online

Indoor Drumline and Winterguard Fees READY to be PAID

It's important to stay on track with the band fees.  We purchase a lot of items for the students & pay for marching techs, colorguard techs, percussion techs, & masterclass teachers.  Most of the money is spent in August. If you need a different financial arrangement than the $100 per month please email Mr. Klein.  Please make your payments online in Cut Time with a debit/credit card.**You MUST create a username & password first**


Winterguard Fees

$150 - Due March 1st


Indoor Drumline Fees

$50 - Due March 1st


That's all for now! 

Mr. Klein