Monday, April 11, 2022

Spartan Regiment Update 4/10/22

Hello Spartan Regiment Family!

WOW! We are SO GRATEFUL for all of the help, love, and support we received this weekend at our NTCA contest! Once again, the Spartan Regiment family showed that amazing things happen when we come together as a team. THANK YOU for your donations, your time, your energy, and your unconditional support of music education in Burleson. We absolutely cannot do it without you!


Special shoutout to Mr. Klein for all of his organization and communication. That man has 10 arms and legs! Also, THE KERR PARENTS SHOWED UP! Talk about investing in the future! Thank you!!!


This is another big week for Wind Ensemble students and parents. UIL Concert & Sight Reading is on Wednesday - all parents, friends, and neighbors are invited! Make sure you read the itinerary below.


THIS WEEK

Percussion Rehearsals are 5-8pm every Monday and Thursday

Mon -  Wind Ensemble Rehearsal 7-8:30am (at CHS, NOT BHS)

Tues - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal 7-8:30am

           Concert Band Rehearsal 4:30pm-6pm

Wed - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal 7:45-8:30am

           Concert Band Rehearsal 4:30pm-6pm

Thurs -

Fri - No School!


NEXT WEEK (4/18)

Mon - Spring Concert 7pm; 7:15 call

Tues - Jagged Line breakdown 5pm - HELP NEEDED

           Band Booster Meeting 7pm 


Senior Night @ the Spring Concert


Please fill out the Senior Google Form by this Friday, April 15th.


Weatherford College Flute Festival

Want to expand your flute knowledge and playing experience? Check out the Weatherford College Flute Festival on April 16th! More information here.


Athletic Physical - Required for Marching Band

We must have an updated (2022) athletic physical on file for every student before marching season begins. BISD is hosting an athletic physical day on April 27th to make it easy and convenient for you! More information can be found here


Band Banquet is coming up!

We want you ALL to be able to celebrate a fantastic year with us - it’s going to be fun! However, you MUST pay your Band Fees first. Check CutTime, make a plan to turn in your dues, or talk with a director about finding a solution now!


UIL Concert Band Info and Rehearsals

UIL Concert & Sight reading preparation has already begun in daily classroom rehearsals for both bands. You should be hearing your student at home practicing their UIL Music

-Morning Rehearsals typically begin the week of February 15th 


Senior Scholarship Applications DUE April 18th 

Please click on the link below to review the packet for more information and deadlines. Applicants will need to scan and email Mr. Klein the completed packet. PDF file is preferred. There are phone apps that can assist with this. If you need help creating a PDF, you can request a help session with Mr. Klein.


2nd Annual Band Golf Tournament - May 21st

Location: Southern Oaks Golf Course

Do you know of anyone interested in playing in our Band Golf Tournament? There are lots of prizes and a silent auction! See our flyer for more information.

Important Spring Dates:

April 13 UIL Concert & Sight reading Contest @ BHS

April 18th CHS Band Spring Concert 7pm - CHS Auditorium

April 26th Tyler Junior College/CHS Percussion Ensemble Concert (In Tyler, TX)

April 29th Dallas Winds Band Festival (Wind Ensemble - Friday)

May 7th - CHS Band Registration

May 16th Solo & Ensemble @ CHS

May 18th Senior Solo Recital for Scholarship Money

May 21st  Golf Tournament

May 22nd  Band Banquet (Sunday)


2022 Solo and Ensemble

**Letter Jacket requirement and TEST GRADE**

Our BISD Solo and Ensemble contest will be Mon, May 16th 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 18th)

Form DUE by Friday, Feb 26th (form available in email)

Money is due by April 1st Payments made in CutTime

  • *I'll let you know when payments can be made online
  • *(If you are not using school music, order solo music ASAP)*
  • Please fill out 1 form per solo & 1 form per ensemble.


GRADES!  It is very important to stay on top of your grades from the BEGINNING! Turn in your assignments ON TIME and study for tests.  Go to tutorials to get help. We need 100% of our Spartan Regiment to pass ALL of their classes. We prefer afternoon tutorials, but if the teacher only offers morning tutorials students are expected to attend morning rehearsal and then are dismissed at 8:05am to attend the 8:10am tutorial. Teacher must send Mr. Klein & Mr. Smith an email to confirm tutorial attendance.

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. We do have supplies available for purchase in the band office (please have exact change).


Band Fees - PAST DUE


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 $125 per month please email Mr. Klein.  ALL payments must be made online through CutTime.


Need HELP with CUTTIME?


How to Setup your Username and Password


How to Pay Your Band Fees with a Credit Card


That's all for now! 


Brent Smith
Director of Bands
Burleson Centennial High School
817-245-0367