Upcoming Events

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.

• 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

• 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