Well, band camp is just around the corner and I am super excited. I am ready to begin this journey with each and everyone of you. It will be super important to make sure that we are always working to do our best at everything we do.

Just a quick note to remind you about our August Rehearsals.
August 5- Uniform Fittings - Seniors:6-7pm,  Juniors:7-8pm, Sophomores: 8-9pm
Freshmen Uniform fittings will be TBD.

August 12, 19, 26- Full Ensemble 6-9pm
August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29- Percussion and Guard Sectional Rehearsal 6-9pm

July is going to have to be a very busy month getting us prepared for band camp. I understand that several of you will be vacationing during this time, however, if you are not on a family vacation please make every effort to come to rehearsals prior to camp. Here is the rundown:

July 8 - Percussion Rehearsal - 6-9pm
July 9 - Woodwinds Music Distribution and Rehearsal - 12noon - 1:30pm
July 9 - Brass Music Distribution and Rehearsal - 1:45pm - 3:15pm
July 9 - Band Camp Meeting - 7pm
July 11 - Color Guard Rehearsal
July 15 - Winds (Brass and Woodwinds, no guard or perc.) Rehearsal - 4-6pm
July 15 - Percussion Rehearsal 6-9pm
July 18 - Drum Major Training - 8am - 12 noon
July 18 - Leadership Summit (Any band leadership positions) 1-3:30pm
July 18 - 9th Grade Pre-Camp (Led by band leadership) - 4-6:30pm
Band Camp Luggage Check in and Band Camp Week - July 21-27
July 29 - Full Ensemble Rehearsal (Everyone) - 6-9pm

Thank you so much in advance for your dedication and commitment to the Kent City Bands! Looking forward to a GREAT season. I will be posting the August schedule soon as a blog as well.