NY TRIP
We need everyone paid in full and forms turned in. There are many that haven't turned in forms. We need chaperones to turn in the trip release forms as well as students. We are very fortunate to have a nurse that volunteers her time to come along on our trips. She needs any and all information on you in case of emergency. Even, if you aren't taking medication, we still need to know who to call in an emergency. If you aren't sure if you turned in forms, or need to know if you still have a balance, please call, text or email Christyne MacDermaid 734-476-0312, christynemacdermaid@gmail.com. I will get back to you ASAP. NY trip forms were included in a Mega NY post around Oct or Nov.
Students should be filling out a meal form for one of the evenings in NY. Please ask them if they've done this. It will also ask for your shirt size too. That's for our Howell Band NY trip tshirt. Please have your student bring a form home if you are chaperoning. You'll need to pick your meal and tshirt size too. These are due FRIDAY!!
Friday, March 11, 2016
Help loading and unloading the band trailer needed!!
If you can help load the trailer before concert band leaves please show up a few minutes before concert band's report time. This is posted in a post or two back. When the students arrive at the high school we need help unloading as well.
Wind Ensemble family's, if anyone could help load the trailer at the end of festival and unload back at Howell High we would appreciate that.
THANK YOU!!!
If you can help load the trailer before concert band leaves please show up a few minutes before concert band's report time. This is posted in a post or two back. When the students arrive at the high school we need help unloading as well.
Wind Ensemble family's, if anyone could help load the trailer at the end of festival and unload back at Howell High we would appreciate that.
THANK YOU!!!
Sunday, March 06, 2016
Band Camp Rescheduled Meeting
Hey Everyone!
The Band Camp Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 17th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room.
Thanks!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
The Band Camp Meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 17th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room.
Thanks!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Tuesday, March 01, 2016
IMPORTANT FESTIVAL (and other) NEWS
NYC Final Payment Due Today - Tuesday, March 1st:
Since there wasn't school today, if you are handing the last payment in via band room mailbox - the payment is due the day we get back in school (whether it's tomorrow or w/e since Michigan is getting another snow storm).
The final payment due is $250 - making the total payment for the NYC Trip being $850. This is includes the trip's group shirt (which we usually get a group photo in if weather permits).
This is the Semi-Final Itinerary for the trip - if interested.
*****NYC TRIP SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST*****
Want to design the shirt for the trip? Do you want 198 people to wear your design? We are conducting a contest for those who are interested. The design must be in single and bi colored formats - and submitted in either GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, EPS, TIF, PICT or PSD formats to thejadegecko@gmail.com with the headline "HHS NYC Shirt Contest" by the end of today!
As always - the design must be school appropriate and the company may make slight alterations to make it fit / work out on a shirt. Parents and students are allowed to enter.
A committee of people will be voting and picking a design from those submitted - with Smigell having the final say.
If you have any questions about anything regarding the NYC Trip - Please refer to Christyne MacDermaid: (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com for General Trip Info / Forms and Laura Allegoet: (586) 214 - 4986 for Payment / Charms.
NYC Trip Chaperone Meeting is Thursday, April 7th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room. It is important for all chaperones to be there. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
Band Camp Information Meeting - Wednesday, March 2nd:
***IF THERE IS NO SCHOOL TOMORROW - THE MEETING WILL BE POSTPONED AND A NEW DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED ASAP***
There is a Band Camp Information Meeting for all new Marching Band members and returning members who need a refresher about our HHS Band Camp on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm in the HHS Band Room (The Band Booster Meeting HAS BEEN CANCELLED that night to prepare for this meeting.)
Band Camp packets will be handed out - and any questions will be answered. The format will be the same as last year - having band camp paid in full and all forms filled out before school is out for the summer. This helps cut costs and keeps everything running smooth due to our large size / member cap of 175.
If you can't make the meeting - or you are a returning member that doesn't need to be refreshed. We will have a large information post along with the downloadable band packets available the day after (just like we did last year).
Please pass this information to any 8th graders who are interested. If you have any questions - feel free to contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com.
Band Festival - Saturday, March 12th:
Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble goes to their MSBOA Festival on Saturday, March 12th. They will be performing at Lake Orion High School.
Each band will report at the Howell High School at separate times. Once attendance is taken, the students will driven via school bus to LOHS. After their performance and judging, the students will be taken back to HHS via school bus.
It is important that the students arrive at HHS on time and in their respective ensemble's uniform to prevent any tardiness. Students will need to make sure they have their instrument (including any extra needs like reeds, oil, etc.) and sheet music.
Students who are in multiple bands - please talk to Mr. Smigell.
Students are to eat before they arrive - the festival trip for each ensemble is fairly short. There will be snacks / drinks on sale at the festival, in the cafeteria that all of the ensembles wait in for their festival scores. This is totally up to the student whether or not they want to bring money to get something (whether to calm nerves or crave any munchies/thrust after their performance).
Here is the following report / performance times for Festival for each ensemble:
Concert Band:
Report Time: 7:50am
Buses Leave: 8:20am*
Performance Time: 10:35am
Return at HHS: ~1pm
Symphonic Band:
Report Time: 12:15pm
Buses Leave: 12:45pm
Performance Time: 2:45pm
Return at HHS: ~5pm
Wind Ensemble:
Report Time: 2:15pm
Buses Leave: 2:45pm
Performance Time: 4:45pm
Return at HHS: ~7pm*
* - Equipment truck leaves with the Concert Band and returns with Wind Ensemble. Percussionists and large / shared instrument users will load/unload the truck (anyone else willing to help in those ensembles ^.^)
We are in need of chaperones for festival for each group. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com if you are interested.
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Keep Warm and Safe during these cold days!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Since there wasn't school today, if you are handing the last payment in via band room mailbox - the payment is due the day we get back in school (whether it's tomorrow or w/e since Michigan is getting another snow storm).
The final payment due is $250 - making the total payment for the NYC Trip being $850. This is includes the trip's group shirt (which we usually get a group photo in if weather permits).
This is the Semi-Final Itinerary for the trip - if interested.
*****NYC TRIP SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST*****
Want to design the shirt for the trip? Do you want 198 people to wear your design? We are conducting a contest for those who are interested. The design must be in single and bi colored formats - and submitted in either GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, EPS, TIF, PICT or PSD formats to thejadegecko@gmail.com with the headline "HHS NYC Shirt Contest" by the end of today!
As always - the design must be school appropriate and the company may make slight alterations to make it fit / work out on a shirt. Parents and students are allowed to enter.
A committee of people will be voting and picking a design from those submitted - with Smigell having the final say.
If you have any questions about anything regarding the NYC Trip - Please refer to Christyne MacDermaid: (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com for General Trip Info / Forms and Laura Allegoet: (586) 214 - 4986 for Payment / Charms.
NYC Trip Chaperone Meeting is Thursday, April 7th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room. It is important for all chaperones to be there. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
Band Camp Information Meeting - Wednesday, March 2nd:
***IF THERE IS NO SCHOOL TOMORROW - THE MEETING WILL BE POSTPONED AND A NEW DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED ASAP***
There is a Band Camp Information Meeting for all new Marching Band members and returning members who need a refresher about our HHS Band Camp on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm in the HHS Band Room (The Band Booster Meeting HAS BEEN CANCELLED that night to prepare for this meeting.)
Band Camp packets will be handed out - and any questions will be answered. The format will be the same as last year - having band camp paid in full and all forms filled out before school is out for the summer. This helps cut costs and keeps everything running smooth due to our large size / member cap of 175.
If you can't make the meeting - or you are a returning member that doesn't need to be refreshed. We will have a large information post along with the downloadable band packets available the day after (just like we did last year).
Please pass this information to any 8th graders who are interested. If you have any questions - feel free to contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com.
Band Festival - Saturday, March 12th:
Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble goes to their MSBOA Festival on Saturday, March 12th. They will be performing at Lake Orion High School.
Each band will report at the Howell High School at separate times. Once attendance is taken, the students will driven via school bus to LOHS. After their performance and judging, the students will be taken back to HHS via school bus.
It is important that the students arrive at HHS on time and in their respective ensemble's uniform to prevent any tardiness. Students will need to make sure they have their instrument (including any extra needs like reeds, oil, etc.) and sheet music.
Students who are in multiple bands - please talk to Mr. Smigell.
Students are to eat before they arrive - the festival trip for each ensemble is fairly short. There will be snacks / drinks on sale at the festival, in the cafeteria that all of the ensembles wait in for their festival scores. This is totally up to the student whether or not they want to bring money to get something (whether to calm nerves or crave any munchies/thrust after their performance).
Here is the following report / performance times for Festival for each ensemble:
Concert Band:
Report Time: 7:50am
Buses Leave: 8:20am*
Performance Time: 10:35am
Return at HHS: ~1pm
Symphonic Band:
Report Time: 12:15pm
Buses Leave: 12:45pm
Performance Time: 2:45pm
Return at HHS: ~5pm
Wind Ensemble:
Report Time: 2:15pm
Buses Leave: 2:45pm
Performance Time: 4:45pm
Return at HHS: ~7pm*
* - Equipment truck leaves with the Concert Band and returns with Wind Ensemble. Percussionists and large / shared instrument users will load/unload the truck (anyone else willing to help in those ensembles ^.^)
We are in need of chaperones for festival for each group. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com if you are interested.
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Keep Warm and Safe during these cold days!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Monday, February 29, 2016
All These No School Days -- A Friendly Reminder
This is a friendly reminder since we have had all these no school days as of late.
NYC Final Payment Due Tomorrow - Tuesday, March 1st:
The final payment due is $250 - making the total payment for the NYC Trip being $850. This is includes the trip's group shirt (which we usually get a group photo in if weather permits).
This is the Semi-Final Itinerary for the trip - if interested.
*****NYC TRIP SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST*****
Want to design the shirt for the trip? Do you want 198 people to wear your design? We are conducting a contest for those who are interested. The design must be in single and bi colored formats - and submitted in either GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, EPS, TIF, PICT or PSD formats to thejadegecko@gmail.com with the headline "HHS NYC Shirt Contest" by Tuesday, March 1st.
As always - the design must be school appropriate and the company may make slight alterations to make it fit / work out on a shirt. Parents and students are allowed to enter.
A committee of people will be voting and picking a design from those submitted - with Smigell having the final say.
If you have any questions about anything regarding the NYC Trip - Please refer to Christyne MacDermaid: (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com for General Trip Info / Forms and Laura Allegoet: (586) 214 - 4986 for Payment / Charms.
NYC Trip Chaperone Meeting is Thursday, April 7th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room. It is important for all chaperones to be there. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
Band Camp Information Meeting - Wednesday, March 2nd:
There is a Band Camp Information Meeting for all new Marching Band members and returning members who need a refresher about our HHS Band Camp on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm in the HHS Band Room (The Band Booster Meeting is being moved to 6pm for that night.)
Band Camp packets will be handed out - and any questions will be answered. The format will be the same as last year - having band camp paid in full and all forms filled out before school is out for the summer. This helps cut costs and keeps everything running smooth due to our large size / member cap of 175.
If you can't make the meeting - or you are a returning member that doesn't need to be refreshed. We will have a large information post along with the downloadable band packets available the day after (just like we did last year).
Please pass this information to any 8th graders who are interested. If you have any questions - feel free to contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com.
Band Festival Saturday, March 12th:
We are in need of chaperones for festival for each group. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com if you are interested.
Stay Awesome!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
NYC Final Payment Due Tomorrow - Tuesday, March 1st:
The final payment due is $250 - making the total payment for the NYC Trip being $850. This is includes the trip's group shirt (which we usually get a group photo in if weather permits).
This is the Semi-Final Itinerary for the trip - if interested.
*****NYC TRIP SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST*****
Want to design the shirt for the trip? Do you want 198 people to wear your design? We are conducting a contest for those who are interested. The design must be in single and bi colored formats - and submitted in either GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, EPS, TIF, PICT or PSD formats to thejadegecko@gmail.com with the headline "HHS NYC Shirt Contest" by Tuesday, March 1st.
As always - the design must be school appropriate and the company may make slight alterations to make it fit / work out on a shirt. Parents and students are allowed to enter.
A committee of people will be voting and picking a design from those submitted - with Smigell having the final say.
If you have any questions about anything regarding the NYC Trip - Please refer to Christyne MacDermaid: (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com for General Trip Info / Forms and Laura Allegoet: (586) 214 - 4986 for Payment / Charms.
NYC Trip Chaperone Meeting is Thursday, April 7th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room. It is important for all chaperones to be there. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
Band Camp Information Meeting - Wednesday, March 2nd:
There is a Band Camp Information Meeting for all new Marching Band members and returning members who need a refresher about our HHS Band Camp on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm in the HHS Band Room (The Band Booster Meeting is being moved to 6pm for that night.)
Band Camp packets will be handed out - and any questions will be answered. The format will be the same as last year - having band camp paid in full and all forms filled out before school is out for the summer. This helps cut costs and keeps everything running smooth due to our large size / member cap of 175.
If you can't make the meeting - or you are a returning member that doesn't need to be refreshed. We will have a large information post along with the downloadable band packets available the day after (just like we did last year).
Please pass this information to any 8th graders who are interested. If you have any questions - feel free to contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com.
Band Festival Saturday, March 12th:
We are in need of chaperones for festival for each group. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com if you are interested.
Stay Awesome!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Thursday, February 18, 2016
MEGA Band Program Information Post
This is a huge post guys - I hope you enjoy the ride! I will try and make everything in calendar date order.
Pre-Festival Concert - Tuesday February 23rd:
This concert is for each ensemble to share the festival pieces they are preparing for their festival grading in a couple weeks. The concert itself may be slightly longer due to having a guest festival judge with us.
Each ensemble has their own version of the following performance uniform, which has been discussed during their respective hrs. and have been the same all school year.
Band Performance Uniform:
- White Formal Shirt
- Black Tie
- Black Pants
- Black Socks and Shoes
The Festival Concert is on Tuesday, February 23rd at 7pm in the HHS Auditorium. Report time for all ensembles is 6:30pm in their performance uniform.
NYC Final Payment Due - Tuesday, March 1st:
The final payment due is $250 - making the total payment for the NYC Trip being $850. This is includes the trip's group shirt (which we usually get a group photo in if weather permits).
This is the Semi-Final Itinerary for the trip - if interested.
*****NYC TRIP SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST*****
Want to design the shirt for the trip? Do you want 198 people to wear your design? We are conducting a contest for those who are interested. The design must be in single and bi colored formats - and submitted in either GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, EPS, TIF, PICT or PSD formats to thejadegecko@gmail.com with the headline "HHS NYC Shirt Contest" by Tuesday, March 1st.
As always - the design must be school appropriate and the company may make slight alterations to make it fit / work out on a shirt. Parents and students are allowed to enter.
A committee of people will be voting and picking a design from those submitted - with Smigell having the final say.
If you have any questions about anything regarding the NYC Trip - Please refer to Christyne MacDermaid: (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com for General Trip Info / Forms and Laura Allegoet: (586) 214 - 4986 for Payment / Charms.
NYC Trip Chaperone Meeting is Thursday, April 7th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room. It is important for all chaperones to be there. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
Band Camp Information Meeting - Wednesday, March 2nd:
There is a Band Camp Information Meeting for all new Marching Band members and returning members who need a refresher about our HHS Band Camp on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm in the HHS Band Room (The Band Booster Meeting is being moved to 6pm for that night.)
Band Camp packets will be handed out - and any questions will be answered. The format will be the same as last year - having band camp paid in full and all forms filled out before school is out for the summer. This helps cut costs and keeps everything running smooth due to our large size / member cap of 175.
If you can't make the meeting - or you are a returning member that doesn't need to be refreshed. We will have a large information post along with the downloadable band packets available the day after (just like we did last year).
Please pass this information to any 8th graders who are interested. If you have any questions - feel free to contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com.
Band Festival - Friday, March 11th / Saturday, March 12th:
These are the dates for our band program's band festival. Wind Ensemble traditionally performs on Friday nights and Symphonic / Concert Bands traditionally performs on Saturday. We haven't received the official times or locations yet - and won't until we get a little closer to the date. Once we receive this information - it will be shared in class and posted this blog.
We are in need of chaperones for festival for each group. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com if you are interested.
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This is the beginning of the busy time for the band program (especially since we have a band trip this year). Time will fly fast for our seniors - cherish what remaining time you have left with them!
Also - almost 2 more months until the NYC Trip! Who else is getting pumped up / excited? ^.^
Stay Awesome!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Pre-Festival Concert - Tuesday February 23rd:
This concert is for each ensemble to share the festival pieces they are preparing for their festival grading in a couple weeks. The concert itself may be slightly longer due to having a guest festival judge with us.
Each ensemble has their own version of the following performance uniform, which has been discussed during their respective hrs. and have been the same all school year.
Band Performance Uniform:
- White Formal Shirt
- Black Tie
- Black Pants
- Black Socks and Shoes
The Festival Concert is on Tuesday, February 23rd at 7pm in the HHS Auditorium. Report time for all ensembles is 6:30pm in their performance uniform.
NYC Final Payment Due - Tuesday, March 1st:
The final payment due is $250 - making the total payment for the NYC Trip being $850. This is includes the trip's group shirt (which we usually get a group photo in if weather permits).
This is the Semi-Final Itinerary for the trip - if interested.
*****NYC TRIP SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST*****
Want to design the shirt for the trip? Do you want 198 people to wear your design? We are conducting a contest for those who are interested. The design must be in single and bi colored formats - and submitted in either GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP, EPS, TIF, PICT or PSD formats to thejadegecko@gmail.com with the headline "HHS NYC Shirt Contest" by Tuesday, March 1st.
As always - the design must be school appropriate and the company may make slight alterations to make it fit / work out on a shirt. Parents and students are allowed to enter.
A committee of people will be voting and picking a design from those submitted - with Smigell having the final say.
If you have any questions about anything regarding the NYC Trip - Please refer to Christyne MacDermaid: (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com for General Trip Info / Forms and Laura Allegoet: (586) 214 - 4986 for Payment / Charms.
NYC Trip Chaperone Meeting is Thursday, April 7th at 7pm in the HHS Band Room. It is important for all chaperones to be there. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
Band Camp Information Meeting - Wednesday, March 2nd:
There is a Band Camp Information Meeting for all new Marching Band members and returning members who need a refresher about our HHS Band Camp on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm in the HHS Band Room (The Band Booster Meeting is being moved to 6pm for that night.)
Band Camp packets will be handed out - and any questions will be answered. The format will be the same as last year - having band camp paid in full and all forms filled out before school is out for the summer. This helps cut costs and keeps everything running smooth due to our large size / member cap of 175.
If you can't make the meeting - or you are a returning member that doesn't need to be refreshed. We will have a large information post along with the downloadable band packets available the day after (just like we did last year).
Please pass this information to any 8th graders who are interested. If you have any questions - feel free to contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com.
Band Festival - Friday, March 11th / Saturday, March 12th:
These are the dates for our band program's band festival. Wind Ensemble traditionally performs on Friday nights and Symphonic / Concert Bands traditionally performs on Saturday. We haven't received the official times or locations yet - and won't until we get a little closer to the date. Once we receive this information - it will be shared in class and posted this blog.
We are in need of chaperones for festival for each group. Please contact Christyne MacDermaid at (734) 476 - 0312 or christynemacdermaid@gmail.com if you are interested.
~~~~~~
This is the beginning of the busy time for the band program (especially since we have a band trip this year). Time will fly fast for our seniors - cherish what remaining time you have left with them!
Also - almost 2 more months until the NYC Trip! Who else is getting pumped up / excited? ^.^
Stay Awesome!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Band Camp Meeting for all new marching band members or those who need a refresher will be March 2, 2016 at 7pm in the high school band room. This will be for new members for the Fall of 2016. Please pass this information on to any 8th graders you know who might be interested. Contact Christyne MacDermaid with any questions 734-476-0312
Friday, January 29, 2016
NYC Trip Payment and PLACEMENT CHAIRS!
NYC Trip Payment:
A friendly reminder that the 3rd Payment of $200 for the NYC trip is due on Monday, February 1st. Smigell is working on getting the final cost finalized and will know soon what it will be. Once the final cost is finalized, an announcement will be made. Thank you!
Winter 2015 - 2016 Chair Placements for the HHS Ensembles:
Concert Band
If you think that your placement is in error, don’t freak out, talk to Mr. Smigell for a score verification, then freak out.
A friendly reminder that the 3rd Payment of $200 for the NYC trip is due on Monday, February 1st. Smigell is working on getting the final cost finalized and will know soon what it will be. Once the final cost is finalized, an announcement will be made. Thank you!
Winter 2015 - 2016 Chair Placements for the HHS Ensembles:
Concert Band
Flutes:
Chloe Chandler
Caylyn Mira
Saylor Payne
Melanie Carlson
Cameron Setlak
Alyssa Forester
Carlee Morris
Camryn Harvey
Summer Simet
Makayla Welch
Anna Sartor
Oboe:
Charles Huhta
Evan Shumard
Clarinet:
Nora Hall
Jessica Snider
Margeaux Labadie
Virginia Kuzmich
Kylie Lopo
Jade Rojas
Madison Vandreumel
Emily vincent
Patti Salmon
Isabella Sistulli
Audrey Lloyd
Bass Clarinet:
Harrison Fegan
Brandon Hatfield
Bassoon:
Mason Hughes
Saxophones:
Brandon Spencer
Brayden Gregory (tenor)
Hannah Lingenfelter
Zach Charette
Joe Barton
Hannah Tomason
Sam Spiker (tenor)
Rebecka Perkins
Alyssa Miriani
Keegan Flory, Lindsay Fisher, Rebekah Spoor, Special Assignment
Trumpets:
Michael Farrel
Joseph Schaffer
Jesse Knight
Cort Bouse
Ryan Gula
Paul Smaza
Natash Gilbert
Cody Gerkin
Madison Melby
Connor Brzuchowski
Natalie Canfield
Austin Woodard
Jacob Rushlow Special Assignment
Horn:
Shannon Hobson
Chris Hackenberg
Trombone:
Matt Immel/Dan Zeppa TIE
Hunter Compton
Timothy Stachowski
Ashlyn Tait
Euphonium:
Nick Broadbent
Milayla Goble
Caleb Boyer
Kristina Marmalejos
Tuba:
Jackson Bondie
Percussion:
Ryan Bartlett
Haley Smathers
John Wirt
Alec Pomminville
Shane Morrison
Jayden Monohan
Zach Estepp
Josh Osgood
Brandon Viel
Brandon Tann
Ben Masters
Aedin Seck
Mikayla Norton
Symphonic Band:
Flute:
Shannon Carpenter
Christine Coon
Marcey Mick
Jasmine Brause
Haley Modovsky
Bri Koslowski
Audrey Hundt
Amanda Houthofd
Becca Hatley
Bri Weems
Jordan Salmon
Becca Sizemore
Clarinet:
Maria Cline
Anna Creed
Amanda Bolton
Carissa Harris
Emmalie Talbot
Emily Gorecki
Sarah Burke
Katie Sowell
Bethany Belanger
Chloe Basa
Eric Stapleton
Alana Rutkowski
Aaron Bannow
Bass Clarinet:
Austin Mazurek
Natalie Sumeracki
Ashley Carr
Saxophone:
Kylie Stone
Josh Trierweiler
Kathleen Issenegger
Savannah Grubaugh
Sara Aardal
John Kuzmich
Connor Papson (tenor)
Kylie Pollman
Max Wagner (tenor)
William Newell (tenor)
Patrick Crilly (bari)
Connor Lewis
Parker Weber
Blake Stephens
Trumpet:
Camden Crowe
Shanna Miller
Molly Lee
Mike Robinson
Luke Okopski
Adam Ellis
Jacob House
Bri Mcarter
Mitch Carrol
Amber Farchione
MIchael Davey
Micaela Taylor
Paula Lepecki
Abigail Husik
Connor Scott
Abigail Holland
Horn:
Dora Cassar/Sydnee Ormsbee TIE
Cam Papson, Special Assignment
Trombone:
Jeremy Blatt
Noah Miller
Nico Senda
Connor Brzuchowski
Sean Miller, Jacob Hill Special Assignment
Euphonium:
Logan White/Kelcie Reed TIE
Tuba:
Matt Allegoet
Max Greenwood
Dale Pebley
Percussion:
Ava Hansen
Molly Macdonald
Dylan Wolfe
Hannah Ward
Joey Wirt
Lexi Cruse
Erin Bryte
Jake Hibbard
Lee Owens
Wind Ensemble:
Flute:
Maddie Nibloc
Alyssa Fackender
Jennifer Esch
Liz Smaza
Nicole Kuchey
Shannon Carpenter
Anna Wolan
Kayleigh Herman
Oboe:
Katie Buyers
Morgan Chidester
Clarinet:
Casie Lamay
John Tucker
Jessica Krakowiak
Emily Manetz
Kinsey Boutell
Kaitlyn Carter
Aubrey Klein
Isabell Scott
Maria Cline
Scott Mcarty
Brandon Rickel
Bri Koslowski
Bass Clarinet:
Brendan Sanders
Maddie Osgood
Saxophone:
Kevin Durand
Rebekah Spoor
Lindsay Fisher (Bari)
Shaina Devries
Brendan Norwood (Tenor)
Troy Vanvalkenburg
Sara Wright
Sam Belanger (tenor)
Trumpet:
Julia Ettema
Jacob Rushlow
Clark Sist
Abigail Mulaney
Ellie Huhta
Shelby Cook
Mikayla Carter
Eric Mettetal
Parker Judd
Billy Kenney
Horn:
Cameron Papson
Sarah Hoffman
Madeline Timmermann
Ashley Dunn
Kat Ray
Trombone:
Riley McEntee
Nolan Walter
Sean Miller
Ben Wood
Jacob Hill
Evan Nolan
Euphonium:
Nick Mullaney
Tuba:
Jared Duncan
Jack Crilly
Andrew york
Percussion:
Nolan Rector Brooks
David Golm
Seth Milano
Matt Wenzel
Jake Favor
WIll Stuart
If your name is not on this list, that means you did not audition or there has been an error. Please see Mr. Smigell for details.
If you think that your placement is in error, don’t freak out, talk to Mr. Smigell for a score verification, then freak out.
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Have a nice weekend everyone!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
CHAIRS COMING SUPER SOON!
Hello everyone!
I have finished the chairs! I sent them to Jade (Nicole) who suggested that let her edit the fonts and formatting so you don't have to scroll a million miles to get your placement. That's cool. A few things:
1. I tried to spell your name correctly. If I messed up, very sorry. Let me know and I will change it.
2. If you do not appear on this list, you either didn't audition or there was an error. No biggie, come see me and we will figure it out.
3. If you think your placement is whacko, please come see me first before you freak out. I will happily recalculate your score to make sure it is legit.
4. I am working on a system with Nicole to have a feedback database so you actually get a printout of what you did well and what you can improve on. Stay tuned.
5. Competition is part of life, and some healthy competition is part of our program. It is not healthy if you gloat or gripe or flame to your friends either in social media or in person. Life is stressful enough without that. Be classy no matter what happened, and let the instrument do the talking. Blatant gloaters will be dealt with, as well as loud grousing. We have a challenge system in place for resolving conflicts. If you have an issue either way, please come and see me. Everything will be just fine :)
ok.. see you all Monday!
Mr. Smigell
Monday, January 04, 2016
NYC Musical Letter to Parents
Welcome to the New Year!
Mr. Smigell has written a letter to all of the parents of the students going to NYC Trip. Please read the following letter: NYC Musical Disclaimer
A friendly reminder that the 3rd Payment of $200 for the trip is due on Monday, February 1st.
Thanks!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Mr. Smigell has written a letter to all of the parents of the students going to NYC Trip. Please read the following letter: NYC Musical Disclaimer
A friendly reminder that the 3rd Payment of $200 for the trip is due on Monday, February 1st.
Thanks!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Monday, December 07, 2015
Trip, Concert and Shirts
Happy Holidays All!
We have a few upcoming things to close out the 2015 year.
New York Trip:
The next NYC trip payment is due this Thursday, December 10th. Please print the payment form slip and fill in your student's name so we know who the payment applies to. All medical / trip release forms are due as well. Please refer to the Mega Post made earlier in the school year for any forms or info needed. NYC Trip Mega Post
Concert Shirts and Tie Fitting / Ordering:
This refers to any 9th grade, new student to the program or any student needing a new shirt.
Mr. Bourbonias from the Brighton Tux Shop is coming in tomorrow, December 8th during 7th hr to do white formal shirt fittings.
The shirts / ties will come in next Monday, December 14th.
Prices are:
White Formal Shirt - $16
Black Tie -$4
Combo - $20 (Shirt + Tie)
You pay by cash or check made to Howell HS Bands - and you pay next Monday when the shirts / ties are delivered.
If anyone has any money troubles, please contact Mr. Smigell ASAP. The program has a few items to help out those in need.
Winter Concert:
Each ensemble has their own version of the following performance uniform which has been discussed during their respective hrs for awhile now.
Concert (9th Grade) Band Performance Uniform:
- White Formal Shirt
- Black Tie
- Black Pants
- Black Socks and Shoes
The Winter Concert is Tuesday, December 15th at 7pm in the HHS Auditorium. Report time for all ensembles is 6:30pm in their performance uniform.
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
We have a few upcoming things to close out the 2015 year.
New York Trip:
The next NYC trip payment is due this Thursday, December 10th. Please print the payment form slip and fill in your student's name so we know who the payment applies to. All medical / trip release forms are due as well. Please refer to the Mega Post made earlier in the school year for any forms or info needed. NYC Trip Mega Post
Concert Shirts and Tie Fitting / Ordering:
This refers to any 9th grade, new student to the program or any student needing a new shirt.
Mr. Bourbonias from the Brighton Tux Shop is coming in tomorrow, December 8th during 7th hr to do white formal shirt fittings.
The shirts / ties will come in next Monday, December 14th.
Prices are:
White Formal Shirt - $16
Black Tie -$4
Combo - $20 (Shirt + Tie)
You pay by cash or check made to Howell HS Bands - and you pay next Monday when the shirts / ties are delivered.
If anyone has any money troubles, please contact Mr. Smigell ASAP. The program has a few items to help out those in need.
Winter Concert:
Each ensemble has their own version of the following performance uniform which has been discussed during their respective hrs for awhile now.
Concert (9th Grade) Band Performance Uniform:
- White Formal Shirt
- Black Tie
- Black Pants
- Black Socks and Shoes
The Winter Concert is Tuesday, December 15th at 7pm in the HHS Auditorium. Report time for all ensembles is 6:30pm in their performance uniform.
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Monday, November 30, 2015
Hockey Band (In Howell :)
Hello everyone!
We will be doing pep band at the Howell vs. Hartland "Fight Cancer" game tomorrow, Tuesday 12/1/2015. It will be at the Grand Oaks Ice Arena off of Grand River. The address is
720 Grand Oaks Dr.
Howell, MI 48843
We are at capacity for this one (If you signed up, then you are good), show up at 6:20 pm for some fun and get ready to pack the place! Wear your band shirt if you are going even though we are supposed to get a shirt.
Monday, November 23, 2015
Practice canceled for Tuesday 11/24/2015
Hello everyone!
We are looking pretty good out there, and a lot of people will be unable to make tomorrow's (11/24/2015, originally scheduled for 2:30-3:30 pm) rehearsal, so I am cancelling it. Very sorry if this causes a problem. I did say in the beginning that we were ready, I would be cancelling it though. The band is ready.
REPORT TIME FOR THE PARADE IS STILL AT 5 PM AND THE SOUP FEAST IS STILL SCHEDULED FOR AFTERWARD!!!
-Smigell
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Fantasy of Lights Info and Meijer Flowerland Fundraiser Info
FoL Parade Practices Remaining:
Monday, November 23rd: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Tuesday, November 24th: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Fantasy of Lights Parade Info:
Fantasy of Lights Parade is Friday, November 27th at 7pm. Report time at the Howell High School is 5pm. Grand River is closed at 5pm - so you should be entering the M-59 way.
We are dressing up in our uniforms, packing the trailer and buses and leaving by 6pm. Please don't be late.
We are position number #12 in the parade.
Students are allowed to wear stuff under their uniform to keep warm, wear simple "beanie" hats under their marching band hats as long as they are black / dark grey / dark green, and gloves (some students put hand warmers inside their gloves to help keep warm).
Students are also allowed to wear battery operated lights on themselves and their instruments as long as it doesn't interfere with them playing their instrument / their instrument's sound. Please bring your instrument home if you are plan on decorating your instrument to save time. This is completely optional to the student.
Since last year was a great hit, we are now doing the tradition of "FoL After Parade Soup Potluck". Once the students return from the parade, they will get out of their uniforms and get warmed up with a variety of soups / chili and hot chocolate.
The Soup Potluck Sign Up link is here.
Meijer Flowerland Fundraiser Info:
It starts this Friday and lasts for two weeks. The order forms will be in the band room. The Meijer money certificates are $30 and the "Flower of the Month" Club cards are also $30. Students will receive $4 for every card / certificate sold. The money is due Friday, December 4th and delivery is Monday, December 7th.
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Dear Santa "letters" to the kids after the parade during the soup potluck.
Stay warm, keep safe and have an awesome holiday break!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Monday, November 23rd: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Tuesday, November 24th: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Fantasy of Lights Parade Info:
Fantasy of Lights Parade is Friday, November 27th at 7pm. Report time at the Howell High School is 5pm. Grand River is closed at 5pm - so you should be entering the M-59 way.
We are dressing up in our uniforms, packing the trailer and buses and leaving by 6pm. Please don't be late.
We are position number #12 in the parade.
Students are allowed to wear stuff under their uniform to keep warm, wear simple "beanie" hats under their marching band hats as long as they are black / dark grey / dark green, and gloves (some students put hand warmers inside their gloves to help keep warm).
Students are also allowed to wear battery operated lights on themselves and their instruments as long as it doesn't interfere with them playing their instrument / their instrument's sound. Please bring your instrument home if you are plan on decorating your instrument to save time. This is completely optional to the student.
Since last year was a great hit, we are now doing the tradition of "FoL After Parade Soup Potluck". Once the students return from the parade, they will get out of their uniforms and get warmed up with a variety of soups / chili and hot chocolate.
The Soup Potluck Sign Up link is here.
Meijer Flowerland Fundraiser Info:
It starts this Friday and lasts for two weeks. The order forms will be in the band room. The Meijer money certificates are $30 and the "Flower of the Month" Club cards are also $30. Students will receive $4 for every card / certificate sold. The money is due Friday, December 4th and delivery is Monday, December 7th.
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Dear Santa "letters" to the kids after the parade during the soup potluck.
Stay warm, keep safe and have an awesome holiday break!
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Friday, November 13, 2015
New York
WOW!! We are completely full!! VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW!!
Since we are now at the maximum amount of students and chaperones that we can take, we have to put a few rules into place to ensure we all have the best time possible. We are now taking 4 buses and approximately 200 people. Yes, I typed that correctly.
New Rules
With the next payment due, December 10, everyone must turn in all health and release forms in order to continue to be counted as going. This includes chaperones.
Also, if your next payment is later than December 10 you will be required to purchase trip insurance. This helps us keep the cost from increasing a month before we leave.
Since we are now at the maximum amount of students and chaperones that we can take, we have to put a few rules into place to ensure we all have the best time possible. We are now taking 4 buses and approximately 200 people. Yes, I typed that correctly.
New Rules
With the next payment due, December 10, everyone must turn in all health and release forms in order to continue to be counted as going. This includes chaperones.
Also, if your next payment is later than December 10 you will be required to purchase trip insurance. This helps us keep the cost from increasing a month before we leave.
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Fantasy of Lights Parade Practices Changes
FoL Parade Practices Updated:
There is a slight change to the practices. Please update calendars and such. :
Monday, November 16th: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Wednesday, November 18th: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Monday, November 23rd: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
*Tuesday, November 24th: 2:30pn - 3:30pm (If needed - will determine as we get closer).
We don't know our position yet. Once we know, information on the report times will be posted. The soup potluck donation link will posted soon.
NYC Trip:
Tomorrow - Friday, November 13th - all forms and first payment / deposit is due.
~ Nicole "Jade" Prewett
Monday, November 09, 2015
Pizza Kit Delivery
The Pizza Kit Fundraiser is being delivered at 1pm tomorrow (Tuesday 10th). We need a few people to help sort them. Pick up is from after school until 5pm.
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