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January-February Newsletter

Outstanding performances abound! Both the Veterans Assembly and the Holiday Extravaganza were wonderful. We raised over $600 for the Small World Angel Program. Congratulations to our 25 students selected to a region band! This is a HUGE accomplishment and we are proud of ALL students who gave their time and energy to improve as musicians. Our whole band improved from

this process.

Next year’s TENTATIVE band calendar is live on our website. Please use this calendar for planning purposes. A final calendar will be sent as soon as possible. Please make sure to purchase an original copy of your Solo ASAP. Pender’s or JWPepper are the two best places to order from.

  • Main Event Social – Jan. 13 @ Main Event 9275 Dallas Parkway, Frisco, TX 75033 (6:00-8:30 pm) – Optional event. Students will need transportation to and from. See RSVP handout for details.
  • Sectionals and Jazz Band Resume – Jan. 17 – Consult band calendar for specifics.
  • 3rd Trip Payment Due – Jan. 18 – Checks placed in safe box outside Mr. Holzer’s door.
  • Pep Rally – Jan. 19 @ LTHS (During School) – Wear Ignition shirt.
  • All Region Bands Clinic/Concert – Jan. 19-20 @ (various locations) – For those selected to a region band. See handout in your region folder for details.
  • Mid-Winter Concert – Feb. 2 @ LTHS (5:30 pm call time, 6:00 pm concert) – All band members.
  • Concert dress. We will be followed by the Frisco and Carrolton Community Band.
  • 4th Trip Payment Due – Feb. 17 – Checks placed in safe box outside Mr. Holzer’s door.
  • Solo and Ensemble – Feb. 18 @ Plano East Senior High (individual times) – More details to come!
  • Frisco Jazz Festival – Feb. 25 @ Frisco High (time TBA) – Jazz Band only.
  • Upcoming – Please mark your calendars and bookmark – www.trailblazerband.com
  • 5th Trip Payment Due – Checks placed in safe box outside Mr. Holzer’s door.
  • Cluster Pre-UIL Concert – Mar. 21 @ LTHS (times TBA) – All band members.
  • Jazz Band Tour – Apr. 1 – Jazz Band only.
  • UIL – Apr. 18 @ CHS – The Super Bowl of band competitions.
  • 6th Trip Payment Due – Apr. 18 – Checks placed in safe box outside Mr. Holzer’s door.
  • Trip Refund Deadline – April 21 – Last chance to receive a refund.

Holzer’s This Week In Band 12/12 – 12/16

Several things to celebrate:

  • The Extravaganza was a resounding success!! Wonderful performances by all groups. Through your generous donations we raised nearly $600 for the Small World Angel Program. Thank you!! It is not too late to give.
  • Jazz Band had an outstanding performance Friday night at Safety Town – Great job!
  • In all, LTHS had 24 students selected to a region band. This is an incredible number with 26% of our organization represented. We are PROUD of ALL students who participated. The goal of the region process is to lead us out of our comfort zone and push each musician to improve. Without a doubt we have reached this goal. Congratulations to all!

This Week in Band,

  • Monday – Mr. Merrill (Duncanville ISD, SMU) will be working with students in class today. We are also honored to have his expertise.
  • Tuesday – No jazz band this week.
  • Friday – 2nd Trip Payment of $78.00 is due.

Old Stuff…

  • DCI Tickets went on sale last week for the Lake Highlands show this summer 7/24. This show has been selling out. For tickets visit – http://www.dci.org/
  • If you would like to order a picture of the band (you should, they are great!!), visit – shop.legacystudios.com password is 7077B171. NOTE – the sample picture IS showing. There is no deadline to order.
  • The most up to date information may be found on the band calendar. Please contact me should you have any questions.
    Have a wonderful week,

Mr. Holzer

Christian Holzer
Band Director
Lebanon Trail High School
www.trailblazerband.com
Musicianship-Leadership-Relationship

December ’16 Newsletter

  • 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

Holzer’s This Week in Band 11/28 – 12/1

Welcome back everyone!  I hope you had an enjoyable, restful Thanksgiving.

Special congratulations to all of our students who auditioned for all-region.  We are INCREDIBLY proud of the hard work you put into this challenging music.  Learning these etudes pushes ALL of us to become better musicians, and better individual players improve our band as a whole.  Our 15 region members will represent LT at the clinic/concert 1/19-20.  More details to come.

As students turn in their marching uniform we will check out dresses/tuxes.  Our outfitter, Mr. Branch has done a wonderful job measuring and altering our concert apparel so that we look as nice as possible.  Should you have any issues with your concert uniform, please contact Mr. Branch directly at 817-307-4753.

DCI Tickets go on sale 12/5 for the Lake Highlands show this summer 7/24.  This show has been selling out.  For tickets visit – http://www.dci.org/

This Week in Band,

  • Sectionals and Jazz Band continue.  Please check website for specific date/time.
  • Thursday – Booster Mtg. 7:00 PM in the bandhall.
  • Saturday – HS Region Auditions.  Take a deep breath and do your best!  Show off your hard work.  I will send a separate email with all the information once the region chair sends it to me.
  • If you would like to order a picture of the band (you should, they are great!!), visit – shop.legacystudios.com  password is 7077B171.  NOTE – the sample picture IS showing.  There is no deadline to order.The most up to date information may be found on the band calendar.  Please contact me should you have any questions.

Have a wonderful week,

Mr. Holzer

Christian Holzer
Band Director

Holzer’s This Week in Band 11/7 – 11/11

  • If you would like to order a picture of the band (you should, they are great!!), visit – shop.legacystudios.com  password is 7077B171.  NOTE – the sample picture is not yet showing.  It should be up soon.  There is no deadline to order.
  • Spring Trip contracts and $100 non-refundable deposits are due Tuesday, November 15 by 4:30 pm to the money box next to Mr. Holzer’s office.
  • 11/15 are 9th grade region auditions.  Audition times will be sent out as soon as we receive them.
  • This Week in Band,
  • Sectionals and Jazz Band continue.  Please check calendar for details
  • Monday – Mr.  Merrill (retired Duncanville, SMU) will be with us on during class.
  • Tuesday – Student leadership meeting 4:30-5:15 pm
  • Friday – Veteran’s Assembly during activity period.  Symphonic Band only.  Dress nicely.  Guests will need to sign it at the front.  Please send me the names of any veterans attending.
  • Saturday – Frisco Community Parade.  Call time in the bandhall is 7:15 am.  Full uniform.  Required event!  We are the 1st band in the parade.
  • Please make plans to participate in the band’s “Nothing Bundt Cakes” promotion throughout the week of  11/14.  We will receive 30% back when someone pays and puts the receipt into our marked box. Now is the time to place an order for Thanksgiving!!

 

Have a wonderful week,

Mr. Holzer

Christian Holzer
Band Director
Lebanon Trail High School