Week 29: March 25 - 29, 2024
MONDAY |
No Events Scheduled |
TUESDAY |
No Events Scheduled |
WEDNESDAY |
No Events Scheduled |
THURSDAY |
CBHS Jazz Band until 5:30 p.m. |
FRIDAY |
No Events Scheduled |
SATURDAY |
No Events Scheduled |
As always, please check the band's calendar at:
FROM THE DIRECTORS:
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible support you've shown the band program at Cherokee Bluff. Your buy-in, encouragement, and dedication are truly the foundation of our success. It takes a village to achieve excellence, and we're so grateful to have such a supportive community backing us.
Carowinds Trip Info.
We are in full press in preparations for our upcoming Carowinds Trip for all 8th-graders and high school students. Information about the trip can be found HERE. We are going to be adding a final itinerary and other important items in the next few days. Please take note of the Student Expectation Form (which all parents and students traveling should complete and sign) and how we will handle medication(s) during the trip, which includes a health care provider/medication permission form (if needed) and a parent/guardian medication permission form (if needed). All of these forms should be completed and returned to Mr. Cantrell or Mr. Lonberger ASAP.
We Need Your Help with Recruitment!
As we strive for excellence, part of our success lies in recruiting new students who enter the program from 5th grade. We need your help in spreading the word about the band program to rising sixth-grade students and families. While we have resources available on our website and social media platforms, the most effective recruitment strategy is word of mouth. Your testimonials and advocacy for our program make a significant impact. Please share your positive experiences with friends, family, and neighbors to help us continue to grow and thrive. You can share this recruiting document. The sign-up link is HERE.
As we strive for excellence, part of our success lies in recruiting new students who enter the program from 5th grade. We need your help in spreading the word about the band program to rising sixth-grade students and families. While we have resources available on our website and social media platforms, the most effective recruitment strategy is word of mouth. Your testimonials and advocacy for our program make a significant impact. Please share your positive experiences with friends, family, and neighbors to help us continue to grow and thrive. You can share this recruiting document. The sign-up link is HERE.
Congratulations to Levi Selman!
We're thrilled to share that one of our outstanding students, Levi Selman, has been named as an alternate to the Georgia Governor's Honors Program (GHP). Levi, a junior and an incredible percussionist, auditioned and interviewed for the jazz program as a drummer. His talent, dedication, and hard work have earned him this incredible honor. Levi, we are incredibly proud of you and all that you've achieved!
We're thrilled to share that one of our outstanding students, Levi Selman, has been named as an alternate to the Georgia Governor's Honors Program (GHP). Levi, a junior and an incredible percussionist, auditioned and interviewed for the jazz program as a drummer. His talent, dedication, and hard work have earned him this incredible honor. Levi, we are incredibly proud of you and all that you've achieved!
Happy Spring Break next week!
As we approach spring break, we want to wish all our students, parents, and supporters a happy and safe holiday. This week marks the final stretch before the break, and we encourage everyone to take some time to relax and recharge. Whether you're traveling or enjoying a staycation, we hope you have a fantastic time. You've all worked so hard, and you deserve this break. We look forward to seeing everyone back, refreshed and ready to tackle the rest of the semester, after the break.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the Cherokee Bluff Band program. Have a great week!
As we approach spring break, we want to wish all our students, parents, and supporters a happy and safe holiday. This week marks the final stretch before the break, and we encourage everyone to take some time to relax and recharge. Whether you're traveling or enjoying a staycation, we hope you have a fantastic time. You've all worked so hard, and you deserve this break. We look forward to seeing everyone back, refreshed and ready to tackle the rest of the semester, after the break.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the Cherokee Bluff Band program. Have a great week!
GO BEARS!!
CBBA GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
CBBA GENERAL MEETING
All parents are welcome to attend (Grades 6-12) as we work together to build an awesome experience for our kids.
Our next CBBA General Meeting (All Parents) is Tuesday, April 9th (7pm).
All parents are welcome to attend (Grades 6-12) as we work together to build an awesome experience for our kids.
Our next CBBA General Meeting (All Parents) is Tuesday, April 9th (7pm).
It's true that band is a wonderful experience for the students. It's also true that there's a lot of work required to support it! That's why we need you as a volunteer. And, yes, you really will have fun when you volunteer and get to know other parents and band students. Check out our SIGNUPGENIUS link to see how you can help us!
If you haven't already, join our Cherokee Bluff Band Parents Association - CBBA Facebook Group - this is a wonderful place to get answers, share photos, and talk with other band parents. Just search Cherokee Bluff Band Parents Association - CBBA (see image below)
FLING (Flute Intensive of North Georgia)
FLING! (Flute Intensive of North Georgia) is a summer flute intensive that we recommend our flute students to checking out!
June 17-21 at Buford High School
9am-4pm daily (with aftercare options available)
It's a great way to keep up your playing this summer and advance your skills. Some highlights include:
You can check out the website HERE for more information. https://www.georgiafluteacademy.com/fling
Please note that there is only enough space for 100 flutists, so if you’re interested in participating, please register soon!
Please contact FLING director and founder, Dr. Katherine Emeneth with any questions: katherine@gaflute.com
June 17-21 at Buford High School
9am-4pm daily (with aftercare options available)
It's a great way to keep up your playing this summer and advance your skills. Some highlights include:
- Performances and classes with professors from the University of Georgia and Georgia State
- Flute Choir (including playing alto and bass flute!)
- "How to Make All State Band 10"
- World flute classes
- Performances by local professional flutists
- Private lessons
- Classes on performance anxiety (aka stage fright), how to practice, rhythm, sightreading, extended techniques, beatboxing, and more!
You can check out the website HERE for more information. https://www.georgiafluteacademy.com/fling
Please note that there is only enough space for 100 flutists, so if you’re interested in participating, please register soon!
Please contact FLING director and founder, Dr. Katherine Emeneth with any questions: katherine@gaflute.com
Middle School Announcements:
6th Grade Band:
- First Year Honor Band: Congratulations to the following students on being chosen to participate in the Georgia Music Educators Association District 14 First Year Honor Band Event: Anthony Allison, Bryce Foster, Clayton Lonberger, Harlin Parker, Luke Sturm, Ember Williams, and Rebecca Yu. A letter with all the details for the event can be found HERE. Please send in the permission slip and payment by this Friday, March 22nd. GO BEARS!
- Rock-a-thon Info: Click HERE to see the letter with all details for the Rock-a-thon Fundraiser event for the CBMS Band and Chorus that will be held on Friday, April 12th from 6:00pm – 12:00 midnight in the CBMS cafeteria. We will need help with chaperones and snack/drink donations. Click HERE to sign up to help. Thank you so much for your support of our students!
- Spring Concert Date: Another date to mark on your calendar is our Spring Concert. Our Spring Concert which is for all Cherokee Bluff Bands, will be Thursday, May 9th, beginning at 6:00pm in the High School Main Gym where we held our Holiday Band Concerts. We will share more details as we get closer to the concert. Students have received their music for the concert and we are beginning to work on this in class.
7th Grade Band
- Rock-a-thon Info: Click HERE to see the letter with all details for the Rock-a-thon Fundraiser event for the CBMS Band and Chorus that will be held on Friday, April 12th from 6:00pm – 12:00 midnight in the CBMS cafeteria. We will need help with chaperones and snack/drink donations. Click HERE to sign up to help. Thank you so much for your support of our students!
- Spring Concert Date: Another date to mark on your calendar is our Spring Concert. Our Spring Concert which is for all Cherokee Bluff Bands will be Thursday, May 9th beginning at 6:00pm in the High School Main Gym where we held our Holiday Band Concerts. We will share more details as we get closer to the concert. Students have received their music for the concert and we are beginning to work on this in class.
8th Grade Band
- Rock-a-thon Info: Click HERE to see the letter with all details for the Rock-a-thon Fundraiser event for the CBMS Band and Chorus that will be held on Friday, April 12th from 6:00pm – 12:00 midnight in the CBMS cafeteria. We will need help with chaperones and snack/drink donations. Click HERE to sign up to help. Thank you so much for your support of our students!
- Spring Concert Date: Another date to mark on your calendar is our Spring Concert. Our Spring Concert which is for all Cherokee Bluff Bands will be Thursday, May 9th beginning at 6:00pm in the High School Main Gym where we held our Holiday Band Concerts. We will share more details as we get closer to the concert. Students have received their music for the concert and we are beginning to work on this in class.
- Carowinds Trip Info: We are so excited about our upcoming Carowinds Trip on April 19th-20th! Students have begun working on our music for the trip. Here are a few things that need to be done this week:
- All students will receive a student expectations letter this week to have signed by the student and parent. Please return the signed letter to Mr. Lonberger by the end of this week.
- We have ordered a Carowinds t-shirt for all students that we will wear during the trip. Each student needs to turn in $10 cash or check (made out to CBBA) by the end of this week to cover the expense for this shirt.
- Carowinds is a cashless park so students will need to arrange a way through an app or card to make purchases as needed during the trip. Please come up with a plan that works for your student to be able to make purchases while we are in the park.
High School Announcements:
Carowinds Trip Info: We are so excited about our spring band trip to Carowinds on April 19th and 20th! All trip information can be found HERE.
We have begun working on our music for the trip. Here are a few things that need to be done ASAP!
We have begun working on our music for the trip. Here are a few things that need to be done ASAP!
- All students will receive a STUDENT EXPECTATIONS & BEHAVIOR FORM this week, which must be signed by both the student and parent. ***Please return this signed letter to Mr. Cantrell by Friday****
- We have ordered a Carowinds T-Shirt for all students that we will wear during the trip. Each student needs to turn in $10 cash or check (made out to CBBA) by Friday to cover the expense of this shirt. *****Please take care of this by Friday***.
- As a reminder, Carowinds is a cashless park; therefore, in order to make necessary purchases throughout the trip, students will need to use a cashless method (either an app or card). Kindly create a practical program that enables your student to conduct transactions during our trip.
- Jazz Band Continues on Thursday: Jazz Band rehearsals have been fantastic! We meet every Thursday after school until 5:30 p.m. during the second semester. We are so excited about this group!
- SCROLL DOWN AND LOOK AT ALL OF THE EVENT DATES ON THE CALENDAR! There is a list of events and a calendar. All parents and students need to mark these events on their calendars. There is no excuse for not knowing what's going on...please mark your calendars!
- Attendance: Every parent and student should read the ATTENDANCE POLICY. Please be reminded that if you see that you are going to be absent from class or rehearsal, please notify Mr. Cantrell so that we can plan accordingly for our rehearsals. It is recommended that you notify him well in advance (NOT THE DAY OF THE ABSENCE!). This is the link for the ABSENCE REQUEST FORM if you know you will be missing a rehearsal or event.
MARCHING BEARS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
We are very excited about our upcoming season with the Marching Bears. Information about auditions, meetings, and rehearsals can be found below.
Information about the Marching Bears can be found by clicking the button below. After arriving on the Marching Bears page, scroll to the bottom to find: the summer schedule, band camp info., full marching band schedule for the season, and other marching band resources for parents and students.
Rehearsals on Monday and Tuesday (see below) are critical and we need every student performer to attend these rehearsals in order to perform.
Student attendance at ALL rehearsals is required. Failure to communicate pre-arranged absences will result in a penalty or withdrawal from the group. In order for us to be successful, we need ALL STUDENTS at rehearsal ALL OF THE TIME!
Marching Bears Weekly Practice Schedule
WEEKLY PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
Mondays: Guard & Percussion Sectionals (4pm-7pm) / Winds Sections (TBA)
Tuesdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Thursdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Fridays: Football Game Performances
Saturdays: 9/14, 9/28, 10/11
Mondays: Guard & Percussion Sectionals (4pm-7pm) / Winds Sections (TBA)
Tuesdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Thursdays: FULL BAND (All Students) (4pm-7pm)
Fridays: Football Game Performances
Saturdays: 9/14, 9/28, 10/11
Looking ahead to 2024:
Please note that the above dates are required for full participation in the Marching Bears.
You can NOT miss any of those dates - NO EXCUSES!
- Guard & Percussion Camp: June 24 - June 28 (All Colorguard and Percussion students must attend!)
- Parent Meeting: July 14 (CBHS Theater - 5:00pm)
- Marching Bears Pre-Camp Rehearsals: July 15-16, July 18-19 (All Marching Bears members must attend)
- Marching Bears Band Camp: July 22 - July 26 (All Marching Bears members must attend)
Please note that the above dates are required for full participation in the Marching Bears.
You can NOT miss any of those dates - NO EXCUSES!
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