November – December Newsletter

  • The next few months are going to focus on individual musicianship and improving our playing. Sectionals begin 10/31. Sectionals are essentially scheduled tutorials for band. Students will focus on their all-region music. This music is designed to push students to grow as musicians. In many cases this is the most challenging music they have experienced. Regular sectional attendance and personal training are most beneficial to students’ success in the all-region process.
  • Mr. Green Masterclass – Nov. 1 @ LTHS (During class) – The legendary Texas band director will be our guest clinician during the day.
  • Spring Trip Information Meeting – Nov. 2 @ LTHS (7:00 pm) – Details regarding our 1st annual trip will be discussed. Please plan to have an adult representative present from your family. Veteran’s Assembly – Nov. 11 @ LTHS (12:00-12:30 pm) – Symphonic Band only. Nice dress no tennis shoes, t-shirts or jeans. This event is open to the public. Guests please sign in through the front office.
  • Frisco Community Parade – Nov. 12 @ Downtown Frisco (7:30 am-1:00 pm) – Itinerary on website. Full uniform. This is a required event.
  • Freshman Region Auditions – Nov. 15 @ Clark High School (individual times) – Students selected to participate will need transportation to and from their audition. Plan to arrive 30-40 minutes ahead of time to check in and warm-up. Dress for comfort and do your best. Results will be announced in class the following day. Percussion do not participate in this event. Contact Dr. Parks with questions.
  • Region Auditions Phase 1 – Dec. 3 @ Plano Senior High (individual times) – Students selected to participate will need transportation to and from their audition. Plan to arrive 30-40 minutes ahead of time to check in and warm-up. Dress for comfort and do your best. Results will be announced in class the following day.
  • Region Auditions Phase 2 – Dec. 5 @ Plano Senior High (individual times) – Students advancing from phase 1 will need transportation to and from their audition. Plan to arrive 30-40 minutes ahead of time to check in and warm-up. Dress for comfort and do your best. Results will be announced in class the following day. Fowler MS Band Concert – Dec. 6 @ LTHS (4:30-8:00 pm) – Student volunteers needed to help with concert logistics.
  • Fine Arts Extravaganza – Dec. 8 @LTHS (6:00 pm call time/7:00 pm performance) – LTHS Fine Arts will be featured. No admission but DONATIONS are requested. All proceeds will go to support the Small World Angel Program which supplies gift for local children in the community. All donations are appreciated.
  • Jazz Band at Safety Town – Dec. 9 @ Safety Town (6:00-8:00 pm) – Jazz Band only. Upcoming – Please mark your calendars and bookmark
  • Area B Auditions – Jan. 7 @ Coppell HS (times TBA) – For those advancing from Phase 2.
  • Region Clinic/Concert – Jan. 19 @ (various locations) – For those earning placement into a region band.
  • Mid-Winter Concert – Feb. 2 @ LTHS (6:30 pm call time/7:00 pm performance) – All members