MARCHING BAND – THE BLUE REGIMENT



EAST FORSYTH MARCHING BAND – THE BLUE REGIMENT

The award winning Blue Regiment Marching Band is an ambassador of

East Forsyth High School. We are a competitive band that works hard to create

exciting shows for halftime at football games and Saturday competitions.

The band travels with the football team to games, supporting the team. We also

perform in community events such as parades.

I hope all of you will consider joining the marching band next fall. It is a great opportunity to meet new friends before school starts. It will also help you improve your musical skills and help you manage your time better. Marching Band is considered a varsity sport, and you will get a letter at the successful conclusion of your first season, and a star each season thereafter.

This year’s show is going to be a tribute to the Legacy of the Blue Regiment! This show is going to feature favorites from the past four years of collaboration with music writer Grant Michel and drill designer Sean Nelson. We’ll be playing Miles Davis, Led Zeppelin, James Brown, and original music by Grant Michel. It is sure to please Friday and Saturday crowds alike. Don’t miss out, join up!

PRELIMINARY MARCHING BAND DATES FOR 2011

Tuesday, July 12 evening full band rehearsal (6-8:30pm) East

Thursday, July 14 evening full band rehearsal East

Tuesday, July 19 evening full band rehearsal East

Thursday, July 21 evening full band rehearsal East

Tuesday, July 26 evening full band rehearsal East

Thursday, July 28 BAND PICNIC TBD

Week of August 1-5 Band Camp 8am-5pm daily * East

Week of August 8-12 Band Camp 5pm-8:30pm daily East

Monday, August 15 evening full band rehearsal East

Tuesday, August 16 evening full band rehearsal East

Monday, August 22 evening full band rehearsal East

Tuesday, August 23 evening full band rehearsal East

* Heat delay schedule (if we have excessive heat) will be a split shift: 8-12, 4-8:30

All July rehearsals are from 6-8:30pm, and are voluntary. They are workshops

for students to play through the show music, learn warm ups, and get acquainted with our student leadership and staff. They are especially good for incoming freshmen, as you will get exposure to marching basics prior to band camp.

After School Rehearsals:

Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4-6:30pm

once school begins on August 25.

Possible Competition Dates:

September 24 OR October 15?

October 1 – Glenn High School

October 22 – North Forsyth Invitational

Jamboree date: (Usually first Monday in October)

Possible Parade Dates:

November 12? (TBD) – Veteran’s Day Parade

December 3 – W-S Christmas Parade

December 4 – K-ville Christmas Parade

TEACHER CONTACT

Greg Murphy – Director email: eastforsythband@

Donna Murphy – Colorguard email: dmmurphy@wsfcs.k12.nc.us

School Phone: 703-6735

Website: wsfcs.k12.nc.us/ghmurphy

Payment Schedule:

Total Cost: $200* (checks payable to: East Forsyth Band Boosters)

First Payment (non-refundable) is due by June 10: $50.00

Second Payment: July 19- $50; Third Payment: August 12 - $50,

Final Payment: September 16- $50

Mail checks to: East Forsyth High School, attn: Band Boosters

2500 West Mountain Street

Kernersville, NC 27284

There are numerous fundraising opportunities available. We work concessions at Bowman Gray and LJVM events. To get more information, you just need to contact

Mr. or Mrs. Murphy.

* Fees go towards the creation of original arrangements of music and drill, payment to non-EFHS staff members, uniform cleaning, transportation, food for band camp, registration for contests, and new equipment.

PLEASE RETURN THE BELOW FORM NO LATER THAN FRIDAY May 20, 2011. I need to know what size group to plan for.

MARCHING BAND COMMITMENT FORM

I have read through these dates carefully, and am aware of the importance of attending all of Band Camp. If you have any conflicts with camp dates, please list them for me. You must be available for all competition dates. We look forward to you joining the 2011 East Forsyth Blue Regiment Marching Band!

What instrument do you play, or wish to play?________________________________

Student Signature____________________ Printed_____________________________

Parent Signature_____________________ Printed_____________________________

Address________________________________________________Zip_____________

Home Phone_____________________________________

Mother’s Work/Cell Phone_________________________

Dad’s Work/Cell Phone____________________________

Please print clearly!

Parent’s Email__________________________________________________

Do you have any medical conditions we need to know about?

If yes, please explain on back of sheet, so we can be adequately prepared.

Parent Volunteer Sign-up

_____ Just call me. I can help anytime(

_____ I have a CDL and can drive buses for the band, or am willing to get one((

_____ I can sew flags(

_____ I have other skills valuable to the band program at East (please elaborate)

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