Hello Everyone!

Thank you so much to everyone who came to last night's concert!  There were so many things that went well.  I thought the kids played great (I was so proud of them!!), and I was really pleased with the turnout too! I have to be honest, I felt kind of odd asking for donations, but I am really glad we did.  I was humbled by the generosity of the band community once again.  Words cannot express my gratitude, particularly in times like these.  If you brought people from out of town to the concert and they donated, please pass along my thanks. 

On a somewhat related note, I was impressed by the audience last night when they held their applause until the end of the three movement suite that symphonic band performed.  This is the sign of an informed group of listeners.  It is nice to see that concert etiquette is not dead yet.

Anyway, I thought I would kind of drop a note to you all and catch up on a little bit of business, and some more good news:

CONGRATULATIONS:

To the following people for doing well on their msboa ALL STATE auditions!

Evan Clifton (All State orchestra, Trombone)
Carly Jakrzewski (All State Band, Clarinet)
Joe Swift (All State honorable mention, Bassoon)

Congrats to the following people for making Livingston County Honors Band!
(We are hosting the concert this year!  The concert is January 31st)

Katie Bondie
Emily Brogan
Evan Clifton
Caitlin Green
Carly Jakrzewski
Lauren Lys
Grace Katalinich
Joe Swift

ok.. that's about it.  Don't forget to order pizza and go to Bennigans tomorrow!   More stuff and information about upcoming events is on the way including Festival, Solo and ensemble, The musical (Beauty and the Beast), Howellpallooza and more!

-Smigell

December 16, 2010 4-9pm
Hungry Howie's Fundraiser Night!!
Order out Thursday and help make the band some money!
Make sure you let them know which hour your student has band!
The hour with the most orders will win a pizza party!!
We'll have fliers available at the band concert Tuesday night.

Holiday Concert

Just a reminder that our Holiday Concert is next Tuesday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. At the end of the concert we will be for the first time asking for a donation (non-mandatory), so please put a couple of dollars in your pocket to help out the band program this year! Also, our green Howell Bears will be available for purchase.


Report Time:
Percussion/Stage crew: 6:00pm
Jazz band: 6:15pm
Everyone Else: 6:30pm

The Tuxedo Shirts are ordered, please see Mr. Smigell (Remember No $$$, No Shirt!) Shirt $14.00, Bowtie: $4.00, Make checks out to Howell Bands

Concert Dress as Follows:

Concert Band: A standard white formal shirt (see above) and Black bowtie on top. On bottom: Members should wear either black pants (no jeans or sweats, please) or school appropriate black skirt.

Symphonic Band: Same

Wind Ensemble:Same, except that all members have been fitted with a Tuxedo jacket provided by the school.

Percussion Ensemble: All Black

Livingston County Honors Band

LCHB is a unique opportunity for all students to play outside their normal ensemble. Howell High School is the host school this year. Audition music is available now from Mr. Smigell.

Any student may audition next Wednesday, December 8 in the Band Room. You may audition any time between 4:00-7:00 p.m.

The LCHB Rehearsal Schedule is as follows:

January 10, HHS, 7-9 p.m.
January 24, HHS, 7-9 p.m.
January 29, Fowlerville, 9-4 p.m.
January 31, HHS, 8 a.m. -2 p.m., Concert at 7:30 p.m., HHS

Need a new Tuxedo Shirt or Bow Tie for the concert?
Please let Mr. Smigell know asap so he can order this week.

Hockey Band

Report Time is 5:00 p.m. SHARP! (Don't be Late!!!)
Wear Jeans and a long sleeved t-shirt that is Yellow, White, or Blue (Gray if you have to).
Make sure to have your signed Hockey Band Trip form, instrument and music. We will be returning to HHS at 11:00-11:30 p.m.


Fantasy of Lights Parade
Report time for the parade is at 5:30 pm at the Band Room (Bus will take us to and from the parade). Bring white marching gloves if you have them, as we have about 50 and need just a few more to make it work.

Be sure to dress warm and wear layers under your uniform. No jeans under your uniform please, long underwear or something of that nature would be better. See you all Friday, November 26!

Make sure your family and friends visit our Band Booster Booth in Christmas Alley. Boosters will be selling our Howell Bears for $10.00 a piece.


Holiday Concert
Mark your calendars for the Holiday Concert, Tuesday, December 14th at 7:00pm.

Hey all, I just realized my post didn't go through that I put up 2 days ago, I am making a quick phone post and will add details when I get home tonight. So sorry! -Smigell

Fantasy of lights practices are tues, wed, thurs of this week 2:30-3:30 report time for parade is day after thanksgiving 5pm

Hockey band practice is tues 3:30-4:30, wed 6:30-7:30AM Thurs 3:30-4-30. Report time on Saturday is 5pm at HHS. More info very soon

Please come out and support the Band Boosters by selling Howell Bears in Christmas Alley!

Where: Downtown Howell, in the Farmer's Market Area
When: November 26, 2010 Before and During Fantasy of Lights
Shifts: 2-4pm, 4-6pm, 6-9pm.
Contact: Christyne MacDermaid if you can help. 734-476-0312, christynemacdermaid@yahoo.com

I hope to see you there!

Pizza Fundraisers are due this Thursday to the band room mailbox!

THE CERAMIC STUDIO etc. FUNDRAISER

Please join us for some fun at the Ceramic Studio etc.
November 6, 2010 11am-7pm
Glass or Ceramic Projects
Create Holiday Gifts!
Numerous Ceramic Projects under $20
Glass Projects $15-$60
Refreshments will be served
Mention You are supporting The Howell Band and they'll donate 10% to us!
Teen Night also!! 7pm-9pm TEENS ONLY NO PARENTS ALLOWED!!
Enjoy a fun night out with your friends, you're parent isn't allowed!
You'll receive 10% off of your project and 10% goes to the BAND TOO!!
Please contact the Ceramic Studio if you are interested in joining Teen Night.
(517) 548-5386 4132 E. Grand River, Howell MI Near Los Tres Amigos
www.TheCeramicStudioEtc.com

There is a band booster meeting Wednesday, Nov 3rd at 6:30 in the band room. Hope to see you there.

Hey Band!!!

Report time for Friday Night's Playoff game is

6:30 pm at the gate, with your instrument!!!
(if you need to be dropped off earlier, it's fine, but be at the gate at exactly 6:30!!!)

Please wear your Howell Band Shirt and remember your music...

REMEMBER: It is mandatory for ALL Marching Band personnel to be at all HOME playoff games.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT THE BUFFALO WILD WINGS FUNDRAISER TONIGHT! BRING YOUR FLIER IN AND THE BAND WILL GET 20% OF YOUR PURCHASES BACK!
ALSO, HUNGRY HOWIE'S FORMS ARE IN THE BAND ROOM. HAVE YOUR STUDENT GET STARTED ON MAKING SOME MONEY FOR ALL THEIR MUSIC NEEDS!!

Hey Band Parents- tonight's booster meeting has been postponed until next week due to the HHS College Night event. The meeting will be held on November 3rd at 6:30 in the band room.

Just a reminder about the upcoming Band Booster meeting this Wednesday, October 27th at 6:30 in the HHS band room. We will be discussing fundraising, upcoming band events, and general band business.

Last Call for Band Shirts /Hoodies (Really!!!)

Shirts are $10.00 and Hoodies are $24.00, $27.00 for XXL, XXXL.

Email Robin at rl.taylor@comcast.net

Hey Band

If you are interested in watching last Friday's football game/halftime (we hope!), it will broadcast on Comcast channel 900, Wed Oct 20th at 7:00pm

You can also go to mhsaa.com after Wednesday to view game/halftime and buy DVDs.

Hey Band!

Here's the scoop for the next couple of weeks...

(Please scroll down for Friday's Tailgate info!!!)

Friday- Senior Night (Note Earlier Times!!!)

2:30-3:30- Practice
4:45-5:30- Tailgate
5:30- Report Time (Seniors, please get your Uniform's first!)
We will be getting a Senior Picture with Mr. Smigell :)
6:00- Step Off
6:30- Senior Night Presentation

Senior Parents: You will need to buy tickets at the ticket booth, then proceed to far end of stadium by Band Bleachers and the gate by the Giant Football Helmet.
Please be there by 6:15 pm for the Senior Night Presentation, so you don't miss a thing!!!

MB Practice Next Week
Tuesday- 2:30-3:30

Fall Concert
Tuesday, October 19 @ 7:00pm
Report time for everyone is 6:30pm.

This concert is going to be particularly cool since we will have THE MARCHING BAND PERFORMING for an extremely rare indoor performance (Don't forget your black socks and marching shoes!!!). We have a plan for a "Grande Entrance". I think everyone is going to enjoy it! Dress for the first part (Non marching band) portion of the concert is "Dress nicely". This means no bluejeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts, or tennis shoes. Good choices for gentlemen include School appropriate shirt and tie, sweater, slacks (Corduroy, khaki, etc.). Good choices for ladies incllude school appropriate skirts or slacks, blouses or sweaters, or snazzy school appropriate tops. As is customary, our regular concert uniforms will be passed out/ordered for our holiday concert.

Pep Band

Our last regular Away game is next friday, Pep Band details to come...

Please know that our Howell Highlander Football has qualified for the Playoffs (Yeah!!! Way to go Highlanders!) which means that the ENTIRE Marching Band is required to be at all HOME Playoff games. We will play as a Pep Band (No Marching). Away Playoff Pep bands will be determined on a game to game basis.

Tailgate Senior Night Oct. 15!

Menu: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, (Veggie ones will be available!), Chips, Salads, and CAKE!!

We need:
Chips - 4 Large Bags
Hot Dog Buns - 7 Dozen
Salads - 4-5 Pasta, Macaroni, or Potato
Ketchup - 2 Bottles
Mustard - 2 Bottles
Relish - 2 Jars
75 Slices of American Cheese
A few cases of water for the last home game (for now)!
We could also use 4-5 people to help serve food.


Please contact Mark and Anne Michaels if you can donate any of the food, before purchasing food. Their contact info is below if you scroll down to last week's tailgate.
Thanks!!