Weekly Update
This Week in the OEHS Bands
Tuesday 1/22 - Jazz Band 2:40pm-4pm; Big Band - 4pm-5pm
Thursday 1/24 - ILMEA All-State (selected students); No Jazz Rehearsals
Friday 1/25 - ILMEA All-State (selected students)
Saturday 1/26 - ILMEA All-State (selected students)
Curricular Band Information
ILMEA All State Students
Congratulations to our four OEHS band students who are heading to State this week. Only the top musicians in the state are chosen to perform in the ensembles based upon auditions in the Fall. The students are as follows:
Tyler Eng, Sophomore, Clarinet
Emma Peake, Senior, Horn
Teyah Schweig, Senior, Bass Clarinet
Andrew Weiss, Senior, Bass Trombone
School Board Decision
Changing the incoming freshman class’ schedule to only allow for six courses is no longer being considered by the school board. Thank you to the many people who voiced their concerns in emails and during meetings.
Mattress Sale Fundraiser: Saturday, March 16th
On Saturday, March 16th, we will be holding our first mattress sale fundraiser in the OEHS Band Room. For every item purchased, a portion of the sale goes directly back to the band department. These funds will help to pay for classroom chairs, stands, instruments, storage, music, clinicians, transportation, festival fees, and much more. More information will be provided as we grow nearer to the date.
Private Lesson Teachers
Taking private lessons allows students to reach their highest potential as musicians. Several private lesson teachers are available for our students during and after school, with many lessons taking place during the actual band class. A list of recommended instructors is available at http://www.oswegoeasthighschoolbands.com/lesson-teachers.html
Co-Curricular Band Information
Percussion Ensemble Cancelled for Semester
Unfortunately, due to low enrollment, the after school percussion ensemble will not be running this semester. All fees will be returned to students who signed up. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Musical Pit Orchestra
Audition information for the pit orchestra for this year’s musical, Cinderella will be sent out within the next week.
The pit orchestra will primarily rehearse on Fridays from 2:45pm-5:30pm. The first rehearsal is Friday, February 15th. A full schedule will be communicated to students this week and included in next week’s band update.
The ensemble is open only to instruments that the musical is written for (you can see the list of instruments on the Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s website).
Jazz Band Information
Tuesday 1/22 - Jazz Band 2:40pm-4pm; Big Band - 4pm-5pm
Thursday 1/24 - ILMEA All-State; No Jazz Rehearsals
Pep Band Information
Senior night is Friday, February 1st. Prior to the game, all senior pep band students and attending family members will be recognized. Once we hear details from the athletics office, we will send the information your way.
Winter Guard Information
The next winter guard practice is Tuesday, January 29th from 4.30pm until 5.30pm. During this practice, basics/rifle basic will be taught. Please contact Ms. Joi Jordan if you have any questions at jjordan@sd308.org
Tuesday 1/22 - Jazz Band 2:40pm-4pm; Big Band - 4pm-5pm
Thursday 1/24 - ILMEA All-State (selected students); No Jazz Rehearsals
Friday 1/25 - ILMEA All-State (selected students)
Saturday 1/26 - ILMEA All-State (selected students)
Curricular Band Information
ILMEA All State Students
Congratulations to our four OEHS band students who are heading to State this week. Only the top musicians in the state are chosen to perform in the ensembles based upon auditions in the Fall. The students are as follows:
Tyler Eng, Sophomore, Clarinet
Emma Peake, Senior, Horn
Teyah Schweig, Senior, Bass Clarinet
Andrew Weiss, Senior, Bass Trombone
School Board Decision
Changing the incoming freshman class’ schedule to only allow for six courses is no longer being considered by the school board. Thank you to the many people who voiced their concerns in emails and during meetings.
Mattress Sale Fundraiser: Saturday, March 16th
On Saturday, March 16th, we will be holding our first mattress sale fundraiser in the OEHS Band Room. For every item purchased, a portion of the sale goes directly back to the band department. These funds will help to pay for classroom chairs, stands, instruments, storage, music, clinicians, transportation, festival fees, and much more. More information will be provided as we grow nearer to the date.
Private Lesson Teachers
Taking private lessons allows students to reach their highest potential as musicians. Several private lesson teachers are available for our students during and after school, with many lessons taking place during the actual band class. A list of recommended instructors is available at http://www.oswegoeasthighschoolbands.com/lesson-teachers.html
Co-Curricular Band Information
Percussion Ensemble Cancelled for Semester
Unfortunately, due to low enrollment, the after school percussion ensemble will not be running this semester. All fees will be returned to students who signed up. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Musical Pit Orchestra
Audition information for the pit orchestra for this year’s musical, Cinderella will be sent out within the next week.
The pit orchestra will primarily rehearse on Fridays from 2:45pm-5:30pm. The first rehearsal is Friday, February 15th. A full schedule will be communicated to students this week and included in next week’s band update.
The ensemble is open only to instruments that the musical is written for (you can see the list of instruments on the Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s website).
Jazz Band Information
Tuesday 1/22 - Jazz Band 2:40pm-4pm; Big Band - 4pm-5pm
Thursday 1/24 - ILMEA All-State; No Jazz Rehearsals
Pep Band Information
Senior night is Friday, February 1st. Prior to the game, all senior pep band students and attending family members will be recognized. Once we hear details from the athletics office, we will send the information your way.
Winter Guard Information
The next winter guard practice is Tuesday, January 29th from 4.30pm until 5.30pm. During this practice, basics/rifle basic will be taught. Please contact Ms. Joi Jordan if you have any questions at jjordan@sd308.org