Upcoming Events

Pep Band:

HAS BEEN CANCELLED.  Have a safe weekend and keep warm! 

Fantasy of Lights Parade:

2:30pm - 3:30pm Practices:

Tuesday, November 17th

Wednesday, November 18th

Monday, November 23rd

Parade: 
Friday, November 27th - Details TBD ATM. (When we know the details, a blog post will be posted)

Last year we started a tradition of having a "Soup Potluck" after the Fantasy of Lights Parade. Smigell wanted to make it a competition this year - and he is going to entering his own "secret chili" to it. The sign up volunteer link will be made / posted when we get closer to the date. Keep a look out.

NYC Trip Info:
Mega Post made earlier this month about it.

Forms and first payment / deposit is due on Friday, November 13th.

Fundraiser Info:

Little Caesars: You can now have people order online - the website link is here. The fundraiser id / group number is: 307341. This allows people to order online and give credit to the student (there should be a spot for the student). This allows people out of town to order on behalf of the student and have it delivered to them. Payments and the forms are due on Monday, November 2nd. We will need help sorting at 1pm, Tuesday November 10th and parents / students can pick up from 2pm to 5pm.

Holly Candles: Order forms are due on Wednesday, November 4th and will be ready within 2 - 3 weeks from that. We will keep you posted on when they are done, sorted, and ready to be picked up. This is a local company. :)

Band Program / Band Booster E-Mail Group:

When we email the group its a challenge to make sure we don't include folks that have moved on, and new folks that have just joined us. So we've moving to a mailing list using Google Groups. To be added to the list, visit here. Select the “Apply for Membership” link.

IMPORTANT - Be sure to select an email delivery preference. The default is “don’t send me updates,” so if you actually want to see emails, you’ll need to select another preference.

Once subscribed you need only howellbandboosters@googlegroups.com to reach the current membership. You can unsubscribe at any time — each email the system sends has an unsubscribe option.

Here is the Full Band Program Event Calendar:

HHS Band Calendar

* Please mark your own calendar. Take note of the very important events (i.e. Home Football Games, Concerts, Parades, and Festival).

Have a nice weekend! Stay warm and safe this Halloween weekend! Remember clocks falls backwards 1 hr this Sunday morning!

~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett

NYC Trip Mega Post

The optional biennial band program trip is Wednesday April 20th 2016 to Sunday, April 24th 2016 and we are going to New York City.

Our maximum price for the trip is $840 - which is the price for gaged for 110 people. Our trip adviser is preparing for 130 people to go by ordering an extra bus, hotel rooms and extra tickets to the major events we are going to just in case we have a large interest (it's easier to prepare large and cut back, than prepare small and try to get things last minute). The more people over 110 that go, the overall cheaper the trip will be for each individual - hence the "maximum price". If the trip individual trip costs are reduced, then anyone who fully paid for the trip early will get a cash refund back to them of the amount paid over the final individual cost.

Students and Chaperones are the same price. Students will be rooming 4 per room (2 per bed). Chaperones will be rooming 2 per room (1 per bed).

The itinerary for the trip is subject to change. We will be going to these major events but the dates / times are subject to change: Ferry to Ellis / Liberty Island - Statue of Liberty / Monument Pass, 9 - 11 Museum & Memorial, ETI Music Clinic, Times Square / Broadway Show / Fifth Avenue, New York Yankees Major League Baseball Game and a Performance of the New York Philharmonic.

Anything other than these major events on the itinerary may be removed and have something substitute it in it's place. Anything that substitutes an event will be better than what is originally planned (i.e. depending on the amount of people going and availability - we may have a dinner cruise around the Statue of Liberty - this isn't guaranteed atm but is something we are looking into).

All of the forms and the first payment / deposit are due on Friday, November 13th. This is guarantee your spot and allow us to make our deposits to all of our main events, buses, and hotel. Payments can be handed in 3 ways.

Three Ways to Pay:

1. Check made out to Howell High Bands
• Mail to:
• HBBA // P.O. Box 2113 // Howell, MI 48844
• Hand in the Mail Box inside the HHS Band Room (in an envelope)
• Do not hand forms or checks to Mr. Smigell or another student.
2. Charms (The PayPal feature used for Band Camp will be enabled soon / in a few days)
• Go to https://www.charmsoffice.com/
• Choose Parents / Students / Members
• School Code: howellhsband
• Student Area Password: Your Student's School ID Number
• Click on Finances
• Select Trip
• Make Trip Payment
• This will take you to PayPal
• You do NOT have to have a PayPal account to use this service. You can use your debit or credit card.
• There is a 3.5% fee to use PayPal.
3. Out of the Students Band Account (if they have been doing fundraisers, etc. to get money deposited in it).

Forms:
Release Form, Medical, Special Needs Request and Info Packet: Here
Current Tentative Itinerary - 10/16: Here
Payment Schedule / Slips: Here

Questions? Feel free to contact the following for:

• Payment / Charms - Laura Allegoet: (586) 214 - 4986
• General Trip Info / Forms - Christyne MacDermaid: (734) 476 - 0312

If you have any concerns, feel free to contact any of the ladies above.

Any updates to the trip itself, the trip's itinerary, etc. will be posted on the HHS Band Blog ( http://hhsbands.blogspot.com/ )

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I've been on this trip when I was a student and it was unforgettable. It was shortly after 9/11, so we went to everything listed above minus the 9/11 memorial. I am glad to have the opportunity to help staff it and chaperone. Can't wait for it!


~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett

Senior Show Info - October

Senior Show Info:

Seniors -  Smigell have passed out your senior forms. If you want your info to be announced during pregame, please hand these forms in by Wednesday, October 21st. This will give us time to process everyone's forms to hand them in to the announcer on time.

Senior Show (Last Home Game of the Season) is Friday, October 23rd. The Seniors will be honored during pregame with their families.

Senior Show Timeline:

Report Time:@4:30pm on the HHS Football Field
Tailgate: @5:30pm  - We need donations for our last tailgate. Here is the donation link. If you aren't donating, please bring $3 per person to help with the costs. Thank you for your support!
Dress In Uniform: @6pm - Seniors get their pictures taken real fast.
Step Off: @6:10/6:15pm
Senior Family Report Time: 6:20pm at the game, near the gates by the band section.
March Back / Dismissed: ~9:30 / 10pm (Depending on weather, injuries, time outs, overtime, etc)

As always - the uniform is this season's marching band shirt (or post seasons shirts will work), all black socks and black shoes.  Anything worn under the band uniform must not be seen or alter the form of the uniform (i.e. really baggy pants that make your marching pants look stuffed / falls out on the bottom of your pants legs. Students typically wear work out  or PJ shorts under their uniform - if colder outside, leggings, thin pants, or thermal underwear are fine.


First Band Concert:

Wednesday, October 21st at 7pm in the HHS / Rod Bushey Auditorium.  The theme is "Forces of Nature" and the concert will show all the concert ensembles, including the marching band.

Dress Code: "Dress nicely". This means NO TSHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS/PANTS, JEANS, OR TENNIS SHOES. Obviously this also means that all clothing needs to be school appropriate as well. Gentlemen - a nice shirt and tie with slacks or khakis will do. Ladies - a nice blouse or sweater with a skirt or slacks put you in the clear. You will be changing into your uniform during the concert after you perform if you are in marching band, so bring your marching uniform (the season's black, fitness / pj shorts, all black socks and all black shoes).

Report Time For All: 6:30pm - Show up already in your nice outfit. :)

Basket Raffle:

There will be a basket raffle before the band concert. We are looking for donations. You can choose any theme (school appropriate) for your "basket" and may include one or several items.  It does not have to be in a basket.......just needs to be packaged or in an envelope for our winners to take home. The possibilities are endless.......

Gift cards, fall themed basket, Howell spirit basket, candy, etc.

If you'd like to donate a "basket",  please contact Laura Allegoet lallegoet@att.net or text (586) 214-4986.

NYC Trip Info:

A post will be made this weekend will be all about it. Look for it if you are interested.

Fundraiser Delivery Info:

Popcorn is in and at the school sorted. Feel free to pick it up anytime.

The cookies come in on Wednesday, October 21st - and will be available to be picked up before / after the concert. Please don't go home w/o your cookie dough orders!

Little Caesars fundraiser has started.  You can now have people order online - the website link is here. The fundraiser id / group number is: 307341. This allows people to order online and give credit to the student (there should be a spot for the student). This allows people out of town to order on behalf of the student and have it delivered to them. Payments and the forms are due on Monday, November 2nd. We will need help sorting at 1pm, Tuesday November 10th and parents / students can pick up after 5pm.

Holly Candles are due on Monday, November 2nd and will be ready within 2 - 3 weeks from that. We will keep you posted on when they are done, sorted, and ready to be picked up. This is a local company. :)


Band Program / Band Booster E-Mail Group:

When we email the group its a challenge to make sure we don't include folks that have moved on, and new folks that have just joined us. So we've moving to a mailing list using Google Groups. To be added to the list, visit here. Select the “Apply for Membership” link.

IMPORTANT - Be sure to select an email delivery preference. The default is “don’t send me updates,” so if you actually want to see emails, you’ll need to select another preference.

Once subscribed you need only howellbandboosters@googlegroups.com to reach the current membership. You can unsubscribe at any time — each email the system sends has an unsubscribe option.

Here is the Full Band Program Event Calendar:

HHS Band Calendar

* Please mark your own calendar. Take note of the very important events (i.e. Home Football Games, Concerts, Parades, and Festival).

Have a nice weekend! Stay warm! Next week is a busy week (especially for the Seniors).

~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett

No Pep Band and Concerts are a part of your Grade

NO Pep Band on Friday, October 16th:
We are not traveling for pep band due to distance. Have a nice weekend!

Concerts:
(See Below in the Month of October Post Part for more details on attire, time, etc.)
Concerts are 30% of your grade. If you have any conflicts with a concert, you MUST talk directly to Mr. Smigell asap.


A message from our Band Boosters about the Basket Raffle for the First Concert:

Hello band families!!

There will be a basket raffle before the band concert on Wednesday, October 21st!! We are looking for donations.  You can choose any theme (school appropriate) for your "basket" and may include one or several items.  It does not have to be in a basket.......just needs to be packaged or in an envelope for our winners to take home.  The possibilities are endless.......

Gift cards, fall themed basket, Howell spirit basket, candy, etc.

If you'd like to donate a "basket",  please contact Laura Allegoet lallegoet@att.net or text (586) 214-4986.

Thank you!!!

Month of October Post:

Here is the Full Band Program Event Calendar:

HHS Band Calendar

* Please mark your own calendar. Take note of the very important events (i.e. Home Football Games, Concerts, Parades, and Festival).

Monday Night Practices are 6pm - 8:30pm instead 6:30pm - 9pm (we only went that long if we were behind/learning new stuff).

NYC Trip Meeting:

Thursday October 15th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room is the info meeting for this school year's band trip (for newcomers - the program has an optional band trip every two years).

A summary of what was discussed will be available on the blog along with the digital version of the trip's packet shortly after the meeting. The packet will also be available in the sheet shack in the band room and at the First Band Concert .

First Band Concert:

Wednesday, October 21st at 7pm in the HHS / Rod Bushey Auditorium.  The theme is "Forces of Nature" and the concert will show all the concert ensembles, including the marching band.

Dress Code: "Dress nicely". This means NO TSHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS/PANTS, JEANS, OR TENNIS SHOES. Obviously this also means that all clothing needs to be school appropriate as well. Gentlemen - a nice shirt and tie with slacks or khakis will do. Ladies - a nice blouse or sweater with a skirt or slacks put you in the clear. You will be changing into your uniform during the concert after you perform if you are in marching band, so bring your marching uniform (the season's black, fitness / pj shorts, all black socks and all black shoes).

Report Time For All: 6:30pm - Show up already in your nice outfit. :)

Uniforms:

Students - please make sure you remove everything from your uniforms (i.e. cell phones, wallets, money, keys, etc.) before you hand them in. This will help with the turn in and will make everyone's hand-in smoother. If you do forget an item, please don't cut in line and return to the back of the line. Thanks!

Here is a video to show you how to put your uniform back on it's hanger (which if done correctly, will help reduce the time handing the uniforms in):

Uniform Video

Senior Show Drillbook Next App Info:

For those who have the app for marching band, this info was shared on the Facebook Page when Karn Evil 9 was introduced. All 3 songs are uploaded on the app currently.

Show: Senior Show - 15

Password: SeniorPower16

Search for "Jade" - it will come up under that (so you don't have to search thru 30+ HHS on the small screen).

Lots of stuff to write down! I will be back in town all week of the Fall Concert // Senior Show. ^.^ Can't wait to see everyone again!

~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett

Basket Raffle - And the rest of October

A message from our Band Boosters:

Hello band families!!

There will be a basket raffle before the band concert on Wednesday, October 21st!! We are looking for donations.  You can choose any theme (school appropriate) for your "basket" and may include one or several items.  It does not have to be in a basket.......just needs to be packaged or in an envelope for our winners to take home.  The possibilities are endless.......

Gift cards, fall themed basket, Howell spirit basket, candy, etc.

If you'd like to donate a "basket",  please contact Laura Allegoet lallegoet@att.net or text (586) 214-4986.

Thank you!!!

Month of October Post:

Here is the Full Band Program Event Calendar:

HHS Band Calendar

* Please mark your own calendar. Take note of the very important events (i.e. Home Football Games, Concerts, Parades, and Festival).

Monday Night Practices are 6pm - 8:30pm instead 6:30pm - 9pm (we only went that long if we were behind/learning new stuff).

NYC Trip Meeting:

Thursday October 15th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room is the info meeting for this school year's band trip (for newcomers - the program has an optional band trip every two years).

A summary of what was discussed will be available on the blog along with the digital version of the trip's packet shortly after the meeting. The packet will also be available in the sheet shack in the band room and at the First Band Concert .

First Band Concert:

Wednesday, October 21st at 7pm in the HHS / Rod Bushey Auditorium.  The theme is "Forces of Nature" and the concert will show all the concert ensembles, including the marching band.

Dress Code: "Dress nicely". This means NO TSHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS/PANTS, JEANS, OR TENNIS SHOES. Obviously this also means that all clothing needs to be school appropriate as well. Gentlemen - a nice shirt and tie with slacks or khakis will do. Ladies - a nice blouse or sweater with a skirt or slacks put you in the clear. You will be changing into your uniform during the concert after you perform if you are in marching band, so bring your marching uniform (the season's black, fitness / pj shorts, all black socks and all black shoes).

Report Time For All: 6:30pm - Show up already in your nice outfit. :)


Uniforms:

Students - please make sure you remove everything from your uniforms (i.e. cell phones, wallets, money, keys, etc.) before you hand them in. This will help with the turn in and will make everyone's hand-in smoother. If you do forget an item, please don't cut in line and return to the back of the line. Thanks!

Here is a video to show you how to put your uniform back on it's hanger (which if done correctly, will help reduce the time handing the uniforms in):

Uniform Video

Senior Show Drillbook Next App Info:
For those who have the app for marching band, this info was shared on the Facebook Page when Karn Evil 9 was introduced and last night. Only KE9 and Time Warp are uploaded atm. I Don't Care will be posted before practice on Monday.

Show: Senior Show - 15
Password: SeniorPower16

Search for "Jade" - it will come up under that (so you don't have to search thru 30+ HHS on the small screen).

Lots of stuff to write down! I will be back in town all week of the Fall Concert // Senior Show. ^.^ Can't wait to see everyone again!

~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett

Band Booster Meeting, NYC Trip Meeting, Pep Band, First Concert, Senior Show

Hello All! Lots to post about for the month of October.

Here is the Full Band Program Event Calendar:

HHS Band Calendar

* Please mark your own calendar. Take note of the very important events (i.e. Home Football Games, Concerts, Parades, and Festival).

Monday Night Practices are 6pm - 8:30pm instead 6:30pm - 9pm (we only went that long if we were behind/learning new stuff).

Band Booster Meeting:
There is a Band Booster Meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30pm in the band room. The superintendent will be there to introduce himself and to present info on the technology bond.

Pep Band:
When: This Friday, October 9th - be at the gates at 6:30pm (DON'T BE LATE!)
Where: Brighton HS 7878 Brighton Rd. Brighton, MI 48116
What (to bring and wear): Instrument, Flip-Folder of Music (upperclassmen bring any extra music you have from the past yrs to help with the new members), W/E your instrument may need (extra reeds, valve oil, etc), and you MUST wear this seasons mb shirt (We Will Rock You!)

Pep Band is not required - it goes towards your band letter / medals and it is fun. ^.^ You meet Mr.Smigell at the gates at 6:30pm to get in free (for students - parents must pay ~$5 at the admission gate to enter). Mr. Smigell will be at the game the whole time. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from Brighton (ask if you need a ride - Smigell will help you find a ride with another student (don't be afraid to ask)). Be sure to bring home your instrument Friday after school - there will be no way to get into the band room Friday evening (and remember to bring them back to school on Monday). Parents are welcome to cheer on the band / football team.

This is their Homecoming - traffic will be terrible on the way to Brighton HS - be sure to leave early to get to the HS on time. Grand River will be closed in downtown Brighton for their parade - it has been suggested to take Challis Rd. to Bauer Rd. to Brighton Rd. (if you took the highway) or Chilson Rd. to Brighton Rd. (if you are coming from downtown Howell) (or however way you want to get to Brighton Rd.) to get to Brighton HS.

NYC Trip Meeting:

Thursday October 15th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room is the info meeting for this school year's band trip (for newcomers - the program has an optional band trip every two years).

A summary of what was discussed will be available on the blog along with the digital version of the trip's packet shortly after the meeting. The packet will also be available in the sheet shack in the band room and at the First Band Concert .

First Band Concert:

Wednesday, October 21st at 7pm in the HHS / Rod Bushey Auditorium.  The theme is "Forces of Nature" and the concert will show all the concert ensembles, including the marching band.

Dress Code: "Dress nicely". This means NO TSHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS/PANTS, JEANS, OR TENNIS SHOES. Obviously this also means that all clothing needs to be school appropriate as well. Gentlemen - a nice shirt and tie with slacks or khakis will do. Ladies - a nice blouse or sweater with a skirt or slacks put you in the clear. You will be changing into your uniform during the concert after you perform if you are in marching band, so bring your marching uniform (the season's black, fitness / pj shorts, all black socks and all black shoes).

Report Time For All: 6:30pm - Show up already in your nice outfit. :)


Uniforms:

Students - please make sure you remove everything from your uniforms (i.e. cell phones, wallets, money, keys, etc.) before you hand them in. This will help with the turn in and will make everyone's hand-in smoother. If you do forget an item, please don't cut in line and return to the back of the line. Thanks!

Here is a video to show you how to put your uniform back on it's hanger (which if done correctly, will help reduce the time handing the uniforms in):

Uniform Video

Adopt-A-Raincoat:

Due to the size of our Marching Band, we are in need of more raincoats to have enough coats for all the band members and to fill in the gaps in the available sizes.

We are having doing a "Adopt-A-Raincoat" program where anyone can donate $30 and hand in the certificate with the donation - in which we will hang up the certificate in the band room for all to see. To clarify, the sponsorship is a general sponsorship - and not for a specific raincoat.

For more info and the form - refer to this link: Adopt-A-Raincoat

Senior Show Drillbook Next App Info:
For those who have the app for marching band, this info was shared on the Facebook Page when Karn Evil 9 was introduced and last night. Only KE9 and Time Warp are uploaded atm (I Don't Care just got delivered today and I was just sent it - it will be done and available before next Monday's practice.)

Show: Senior Show - 15
Password: SeniorPower16

Search for "Jade" - it will come up under that (so you don't have to search thru 30+ HHS on the small screen).

Lots of stuff to write down! I will be back in town all week of the Fall Concert // Senior Show. ^.^ Can't wait to see everyone again!

~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett

HOMECOMING, NEW YORK, AND THE UPCOMING CONCERT!!!

Hello Everyone!!

Everything is SO EXCITING here at Howell Bands!  There are a "zillion" things going on:

HOMECOMING (Good God its this Friday 10/2/2015!!).... please refer to this link for all information.

NEW YORK TRIP! please refer to this link for some information.

UPCOMING CONCERT... We really have a great one coming up for you!!! All four of our day concert ensembles (Percussion Ensemble, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble) are performing!  We are playing a lot of pieces that deal with the mountains, the sea, and the stars... I have decided to title it

FORCES OF NATURE.....

Impressive isn't it?  plus there will be a full revue of this season's songs performed by our HIGHLANDER MARCHING BAND,  That is coming up on October 21st!!!! It's a fantastic time to be a highlander.  We can't wait to play for you!


-Smigell

Band Trip: NYC Info Meeting

Tomorrow is Homecoming - Please refer to this Homecoming post made last week for info.

Band Trip: NYC Info Meeting:

Thursday October 15th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room is the info meeting for this school year's band trip (for newcomers - the program has an optional band trip every two years).

A summary of what was discussed will be available on the blog along with the digital version of the trip's packet shortly after the meeting. The packet will also be available in the sheet shack in the band room and at the First Band Concert (Which is Wednesday October 21st).

~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett