Check out this AMAZING video from the GEB Orientation – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvDWYe-kWIw&t=6s. Below you will find all of the details for next week (04/19/21-04/24/21). Remember to always check richardsonband.org for the most updated schedule.
Leadership/Drumline Performance at WWJH 04/19
If you are auditioning for leadership, those people will be performing outdoors (by the band hall doors) at WWJH for the 6th grade beginners on Monday, April 19th. Please wear your GEB black shirt and jeans. This event is also required for current drumline students. Arrive by 4:45 PM. Event will conclude at 5:30 PM.
UIL Rehearsal/Performances Continue
Tuesday, April 20 – Wind Symphony (Marquez) – 3:45 PM – 5:45 PM (screening starts at 3:15 PM). Location: Auditorium
Tuesday, April 20 – Concert Band (McKinney) – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (screening starts at 4:30 PM). Location: Band Hall
Wednesday, April 21 – Symphonic Winds (Schmuck) – 3:45 PM – 5:45 PM (screening starts at 3:15 PM). Location: Auditorium
Wednesday, April 21 – Symphonic Winds (Reyna) – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (screening starts at 4:30 PM). Location: Band Hall
UIL Public Performance 04/23
The UIL Public Concert is scheduled for 6:00 PM on Friday, April 23rd. Ensemble directors will communicate specific call times for warm-up/performance. Please note that 4 guests per student will be allowed to attend the concert. Guests will need to pre-screen and follow all social distancing guidelines. Once the performance ends for each group, students and guests will exit the auditorium. Students – Remember that you will need to have your concert black items. (i.e. black button dress shirt, black dress pants, black appropriate dresses, black long socks, black close-toed shoes, etc.). Audience members – it is important that you are absolutely quiet during the performances as we are recording the event for UIL.
Percussion Clinic 04/24
The next percussion clinic will be on Saturday, April 24th from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Schmuck at david.schmuck@risd.org
AP Music Theory Review Session 04/24
The AP Music Theory class will be having a review session on Saturday, April 24th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the RHS Black Box.
Upcoming Events:
04/26 – Leadership Help Session #2
04/28 – Drum Major Help Session #3
04/30 – Leadership Interviews
05/03 – Leadership Auditions
05/04 – Flute/Oboe Auditions
05/05 – Clarinet Auditions
05/06 – Saxophone Auditions
05/07 – Jazz Auditions
05/11 – French Horn/Euphonium Auditions
05/11 – RABC Board Meeting
05/11 – Legacy Jazz Concert
05/12 – Trombone/Tuba/Basson/Bass Clarinet Auditions
05/12 – RISD Concerto Showcase
05/13 – Percussion Concert
05/15 – Marching Percussion Auditions
05/18 – Physicals at Richardson High School ($20)
05/19 – Spring Concert
05/21 – Band Banquet (Auditorium)
Thank you,
Mr. Marquez