CHS Band Camp Coming This July

Pre-Season (a.k.a. Band Camp) is where it all begins. For you incoming
freshmen, it is where you start to make your mark here at Central High School. The
lessons you learn and friends you gain will last a lifetime. Some of the greatest memories
are during this two/three week period. For you incoming veterans…need I say more?
You know what this is all about. That is why you keep coming back year after year. For
all of us, we have the unique ability to experience an art form from the aspect of the
artist. This year’s show is entitled “METAL”. The 2016 field show has music that
represents three aspects of the word “Metal.” Music can be found on Youtube by typing
in “Metal John Fannin”. It is a theatrical show with music from the modern popular
culture. The music will include songs from the movies Ironman and The Good, The Bad
and The Ugly, as well as music from Metallica’s Master of Puppets. With an outstanding
Central High School staff and student leadership corp, we will put together an
unforgettable show!
There are a couple of things you need to do to be prepared for band camp. First,
turn off the TV, get off the couch and start exercising. The better in shape you are at the
beginning of Pre-Season, the better off you will be with the exercises. Second, look at
the list below and make sure you have everything you need. Included in this list are
SUNGLASSES and SUNBLOCK. Please make sure you have both of these with you at
all times while outside.
1. Your instrument should be in good working order! (Oils, reeds, mouthpieces,
etc.)
2. Water! Some have used a camel back. Others have used coolers and Milk
jugs filled with water. Whatever your choice will be, make sure you have
enough to keep you hydrated. THIS IS A REQUIREMENT!!!
3. A towel for exercises and yet another cooling agent.
4. A comfortable pair of sneakers on your feet!
5. A hat.
6. Sunglasses and Sunblock
7. A GREAT ATTITUDE!!!
UNIFORM FITTING/SHOE FITTING
During pre-season, you will be fitted for your marching uniform. The Band Fee covers
the rental of the uniform; however you will have to buy your marching band shoes. Once
you buy them, they are yours to keep. This year, fitting for band shoes will be during
lunch during band camp. The date hasn’t been set yet, but you will know once camp
starts. The shoes are around $30 and are a one time purchase, unless a veteran student
would like to purchase new ones. Toward the end of band camp, each student will
receive a show shirt for the year. The shirt will be provided by the band at no cost to the
student. This shirt is to be worn under the uniform at all times.
PERSONAL FINANCIAL COMMITMENT (PFC)
The personal financial commitment for the band is $250. $100 is due by the end of
band camp. You are welcome to pay the full amount during band camp, or you may
elect to pay in parts throughout the season. We will never turn away an individual from
band if he/she is unable to come up with the band fee. We will ask that if there is a
hardship, please let the director know and we will work with you on several fundraisers
in order to help with your fee.
LEADERSHIP
After the band banquet announcement of officers, your job begins. Remember, we lead
by example, ALWAYS! All leadership needs to be at school for preparation of pre-season
on Thursday and Friday, July 21 and 22. Times for each day are 8:00 – 12:00.
SILKS
Due to the nature of your equipment and performance requirements, you have extra
rehearsals throughout the summer. Please consult the calendar and information given to
you at the meeting with Mrs. Navarre. Band Camp will take place during the same time
that the winds and percussion have theirs, which starts July 25th.
PERCUSSION
Due to the nature of your individual instrument/section and performance requirements,
you have a mini camp before band camp starts. The mini camp is from July 18 – 22 from
1:00 – 5:00. In order to be considered for the battery (drum line), you must be able to be
at this mini camp. If you are unable to make this time commitment, you will be including
in the front line ensemble (pit), but will not be able to be in the battery (Drum line).
The following is a schedule of events that will take place
leading up to and including camp.
Monday through Friday July 18 – 22
1:00 – 5:00 Percussion Mini Camp
Thursday and Friday, July 21 and 22
1:00 – 5:00 Percussion mini camp continues
8:00 – 12:00 Officers report
Monday through Friday July 25 – 29 (FULL BAND REPORTS)
8:00 – 8:15 Meet in the band room. (On the first day, it may be a little longer)
8:30 – 12:00 Basic marching techniques will be learned on the practice field.
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch.
You will need to bring your own lunch. You will not be able to go off
campus during this time.
1:00 – 4:00 Sectional rehearsal for learning your music.
4:00 – 5:00 Ensemble rehearsal. This is where the entire band gets together and plays
what we have learned so far.
Monday through Friday August 1 – 5 (FULL BAND REPORTS)
8:00 – 8:15 Meet in the band room.
8:30 – 12:00 Begin learning the drill for the opener.
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch.
You will need to bring your own lunch. You will not be able to go off
campus during this time.
1:00 – 4:00 Continue in sectionals. Start learning fight songs and other important
stands tunes.
4:00 – 5:00 Ensemble rehearsal
There will be a pot luck dinner on Friday, August 5th at 5:00. Following the dinner, there
will be a performance by the band for the parents at 7:00.
This is a very exciting time for the Wildcat Band. We look forward to seeing all of you
here in July for the beginning of one of the greatest times of your life. If you have any
further questions about band camp or band in general, please contact the band office at
225-261-3438 ext. 448 or email Mr. Henderson at [email protected]
“THE GREATEST RISK IS NOT TAKING ONE!”