IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Wednesday, February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Thursday, February 21 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Saturday, February 23 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Penn Trafford
Wednesday, February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
Saturday, March 2 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Hempfield HS
Friday, March 8 – PMEA Regional Band at New Castle HS
Saturday, March 9 – PMEA Regional Band at New Castle HS
Tuesday, March 19 – All-District Music Concert – 7pm
Saturday, March 23 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Penn Trafford
Thursday, March 28 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Saturday, March 30 – Winterguard TRWEA Championships
FUNDRAISING
The Spring Sarris Candy fundraiser is underway. Order forms are available in the band room. Information sheets are available HERE. Sarris orders and payments are due on February 26. Delivery will be on April 16.
The Spring NewMe's Pies fundraiser has begun! Pies will be delivered in time for Easter and Mother's Day. Orders and Payments are due on Tuesday, March 5. Delivery will be on April 16. Order forms and information sheets are available HERE and in the band room.
The Creative Coffee Fundraiser delivery will be on March 6.
HEINZ FIELD/PNC PARK
If you are interested in raising money for you Band student by working at PNC Park this upcoming season, now is the time to sign up for Grand Slam Training. The first available session will be on Wednesday, March 6th from 5-9 PM. This is a great opportunity to start filling those accounts in anticipation of next year's trip. Most parents who participate pay nothing or very little for the Band Trips. I am also looking for one more person to be a Co-Coordinator for the Aramark Fundraising Program. It's fun and easy and a great way to get involved in the Band Parent Organization. Please contact Heather Park (hburakow@yahoo.com) to sign up for the training or answer any questions.
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE
Beginning in February, the Nominations Committee will be accepting nominations for the 2019/2020 Executive Board Committee. If you are interested in running for a position in April, please send your name and desired position to nominations@moonband.org before the March meeting. The Nominations Committee will prepare a slate of candidates. The Executive Board Committee includes the following positions:
President
Treasurer
Secretary
VP of Communications
VP of Concessions
*VP of Corporate Partnership
VP of Fundraising
VP of Publicity
*We are especially in need of nominees for the position of VP of Corporate Sponsorship. Descriptions for each position can be found in our by-laws but it's always best to speak with those who have been doing it! Feel free to reach out and ask questions! Contact information is on the band website.
Additionally, if you would like to job shadow the current MABPO president, please contact Andrea at president@moonband.org.
SENIOR POLE NOTES
If you have not yet paid for your Senior Pole Note, please drop your payment in the box in the band room. THANKS!
STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Students accounts now include the money for shifts worked for the pancake breakfast as well as for tickets sold. They also include events worked for Aramark through January 8, 2019.
CONCESSIONS
Karren and Ginny are looking for volunteers to manage the concession stand for the 2020 marching band season. Anyone interested should contact Karren or Ginny. Ideally two people should co-manage the stand. Those interested would shadow Karren and Ginny this fall.
COMMUNICATIONS
Moon Band Parent Organization has a private Facebook group where events are posted. It is a closed group and you can request access to “Moon Area Band Parent Organization”. You will be prompted to identify your moon band student and the year they graduate.
As a reminder, please do not post videos on social media where the general public can view them. This is especially important as we begin the season.
ALUMNI NEWS:
Don’t forget the Scrip gift card orders will be delivered at the Band Parent meeting on Thursday, February 21st. Contact alumni@moonband.org if you have any questions.
Click HERE for information on joining our SCRIP program.
BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Nick Barthen
February 2019 Band Calendar can be found HERE or on moonband.org as well as on the Skyward Class site.
Pep Band - Wednesday, February 20 - 3:30-4:30pm - MAHS Gyms - We will need a pep band for the Bocci Tournament held at MAHS on Wednesday, 2/2 starting at 3:30pm. We will play stand easy stand cheers.
Summer 2019 Band Schedule – UPDATE!!
The completed summer band schedule can be found and downloaded on the www.moonband.org web-site (HERE) as well as on the Skyward class site.
Important Summer Dates
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule (5-9PM)
August 17 – Production Rehearsal - 8AM-4PM
Symphonic Band Sectional Dates and Times
Wednesday, February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
Please plan accordingly for these graded events.
Private Instrumental Lessons
Private Instrumental lessons is a great way to excel on your instrument. Not only will you learn specific techniques on your instrument, from a teacher who is an expert on your instrument, but also it will open doors to new repertoire, solo, ensemble, etc. Private lessons will also provide confidence when performing in an ensemble or auditioning for any PMEA festival. Contact Mr. Barthen for a complete list of private instructors in the area.
Calendar of Events -
__________
Mon. Feb. 18 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
NO SCHOOL – PRESIDENTS DAY
Tue. Feb. 19 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 20 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Pep Band - Wednesday, February 20 - 3:30-4:30pm - MAHS Gyms
Thu. Feb. 21 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Fri. Feb. 22 - Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6:30-10:00pm
Sat. Feb. 23 – Winter Guard Show at Penn-Trafford - Report to MAHS - 1:45PM; FLOOR CREW - 3:30PM; Perform - 6:50
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Mon. Feb. 25 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
Tue. Feb. 26 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 27 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 28 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Fri. March 1 - Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6:30-10:00pm
Sat. March 2 – Winter Guard Show at Hempfield H.S.
________
Mon. March 4 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
Tue. March 5 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Thu. March 7 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
PMEA Region Band at New Castle H.S.
Fri. March 8 - PMEA Region Band at New Castle H.S.
Sat. March 9 – PMEA Region Band at New Castle H.S.
Sun. March 10 - Musical Tech Day
________
Mon. March 11 - Musical Rehearsal
Tue. March 12 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Musical Rehearsal
Wed. March 13 - Musical Rehearsal
Thu. March 14 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Musical Show #1
Fri. March 15 - Musical Show #2
Sat. March 16 – Musical Show #3
Sun. March 17 - Musical Show #4
________
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
March 19 – All-District Music Concert – 7pm
May 6 – Percussion Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 10 – Jazz Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 13 – Spring Band Concert – 7pm
May 27 – Memorial Day Parade
June 7 – Graduation Performance (All Ensembles Perform)
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule
August 17 – Production Rehearsal
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CLEARANCES
Printed copies of clearances can be either dropped in the band room box or mailed to:
MABPO, Inc.
c/o Shea Corsetti
Suite 12, PMB 174
5990 University Boulevard
Moon Township, PA 15108
Per the updated MASD policy, Clearances are valid for 5 years
Under PA Law Act 153, The State of Pennsylvania is requiring all adults who volunteer in any capacity within the school to obtain background checks. This will include parents who volunteer to chaperone the MAHS Marching Band at football games, parades, band camps, and trips. Chaperones are required to complete the PA State Police Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints. The FBI Fingerprint is only if the volunteer has not been a state of PA resident for at least 10 years. Please visit http://www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov for additional information.
OR follow the steps below:
All necessary instructions and links to apply for these certifications can be found HERE
Child Abuse Clearance click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Create the account
3. Submit the required information
4. Print certificate and submit to MABPO Secretary
PA Criminal Background Check click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Click on "NEW RECORD CHECK" (Volunteers Only)
3. After the record check is complete, click on the blue control number
4. To view the certificate, click on the blue words "Certification Form"
5. Print the certificate and submit to the MABPO Secretary
FBI Fingerprinting click HERE
1. Cost: $27.50
2. Required for volunteers who have lived outside of PA in the last 10 years
3. Register on website
4. Take form to Cogent Fingerprinting location
5. Receive clearance and contact MABPO Secretary to arrange for original to be copied.
Contact secretary@moonband.org if you have any questions.
Check out Moon Band on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/moonareabands
Questions, comments or suggestions contact communications@moonband.org
IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Wednesday, February 13 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Thursday, February 21 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Saturday, February 23 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Penn Trafford
Wednesday, February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
Saturday, March 2 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Allegheny HS
Friday, March 8 – PMEA Regional Band at New Castle HS
Saturday, March 9 – PMEA Regional Band at New Castle HS
Tuesday, March 19 – All-District Music Concert – 7pm
Saturday, March 23 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Penn Trafford
Thursday, March 28 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Saturday, March 30 – Winterguard TRWEA Championships
FUNDRAISING
The Chocolate Boutique fundraiser delivery is on Tuesday, February 12. If you placed an order, you will receive a phone call regarding pick-up location.
The Creative Coffee Fundraiser order sheets and payments are due on Tuesday, February 12. Late orders will not be accepted. Delivery will be on March 6.
The Spring Sarris Candy fundraiser is underway. Order forms are available in the band room. Information sheets are available HERE. Sarris orders and payments are due on February 26. Delivery will be on April 16.
The Spring NewMe's Pies fundraiser begins on Tuesday, February 12. Pies will be delivered in time for Easter and Mother's Day. Orders and Payments are due on Tuesday, March 5. Delivery will be on April 16. Order forms and information sheets are available HERE and in the band room.
HEINZ FIELD/PNC PARK
If you are interested in raising money for you Band student by working at PNC Park this upcoming season, now is the time to sign up for Grand Slam Training. The first available session will be on Wednesday, March 6th from 5-9 PM. This is a great opportunity to start filling those accounts in anticipation of next year's trip. Most parents who participate pay nothing or very little for the Band Trips. I am also looking for one more person to be a Co-Coordinator for the Aramark Fundraising Program. It's fun and easy and a great way to get involved in the Band Parent Organization. Please contact Heather Park (hburakow@yahoo.com) to sign up for the training or answer any questions.
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE
Beginning in February, the Nominations Committee will be accepting nominations for the 2019/2020 Executive Board Committee. If you are interested in running for a position in April, please send your name and desired position to nominations@moonband.org before the March meeting. The Nominations Committee will prepare a slate of candidates. The Executive Board Committee includes the following positions:
President
*Treasurer
Secretary
VP of Communications
VP of Concessions
*VP of Corporate Partnership
VP of Fundraising
*VP of Publicity
*We are especially in need of nominees for the positions of Treasurer, VP of Publicity, and VP of Corporate Sponsorship. Descriptions for each position can be found in our by-laws but it's always best to speak with those who have been doing it! Feel free to reach out and ask questions! Contact information is on the band website.
Additionally, if you would like to job shadow the current MABPO president, please contact Andrea at president@moonband.org.
SENIOR POLE NOTES
If you have not yet paid for your Senior Pole Note, please drop your payment in the box in the band room. THANKS!
STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Students accounts now include the money for shifts worked for the pancake breakfast as well as for tickets sold. They also include events worked for Aramark through January 8, 2019.
CONCESSIONS
Karren and Ginny are looking for volunteers to manage the concession stand for the 2020 marching band season. Anyone interested should contact Karren or Ginny. Ideally two people should co-manage the stand. Those interested would shadow Karren and Ginny this fall.
COMMUNICATIONS
Moon Band Parent Organization has a private Facebook group where events are posted. It is a closed group and you can request access to “Moon Area Band Parent Organization”. You will be prompted to identify your moon band student and the year they graduate.
As a reminder, please do not post videos on social media where the general public can view them. This is especially important as we begin the season.
ALUMNI NEWS:
Don’t forget the next Scrip gift card order is due February 15th for delivery at the Band Parent meeting on the February 21st. Contact alumni@moonband.org if you have any questions.
Click HERE for information on joining our SCRIP program.
BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Nick Barthen
February 2019 Band Calendar can be found HERE or on moonband.org as well as on the Skyward Class site.
Summer 2019 Band Schedule – UPDATE!!
The completed summer band schedule can be found and downloaded on the www.moonband.org web-site (HERE) as well as on the Skyward class site.
Important Summer Dates
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule
August 17 – Production Rehearsal
Symphonic Band Sectional Dates and Times
Wednesday, February 13 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
Please plan accordingly for these graded events.
Private Instrumental Lessons
Private Instrumental lessons is a great way to excel on your instrument. Not only will you learn specific techniques on your instrument, from a teacher who is an expert on your instrument, but also it will open doors to new repertoire, solo, ensemble, etc. Private lessons will also provide confidence when performing in an ensemble or auditioning for any PMEA festival. Contact Mr. Barthen for a complete list of private instructors in the area.
Calendar of Events -
__________
Mon. Feb. 11 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
Tue. Feb. 12 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 13 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 14 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
______
Mon. Feb. 18 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
NO SCHOOL – PRESIDENTS DAY
Tue. Feb. 19 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 20 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 21 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Fri. Feb. 22 - Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6:30-10:00pm
Sat. Feb. 23 – Winter Guard Show at Penn-Trafford - Report to MAHS - 1:45PM; Perform - 6:50
______
Mon. Feb. 25 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
NO SCHOOL – PRESIDENTS DAY
Tue. Feb. 26 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 27 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 28 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Fri. March 1 - Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6:30-10:00pm
Sat. March 2 – Winter Guard Show at Hempfield H.S.
________
Mon. March 4 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
Tue. March 5 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Thu. March 7 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
PMEA Region Band at New Castle H.S.
Fri. March 8 - PMEA Region Band at New Castle H.S.
Sat. March 9 – PMEA Region Band at New Castle H.S.
Sun. March 10 - Musical Tech Day
________
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
February 13 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
March 19 – All-District Music Concert – 7pm
May 6 – Percussion Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 10 – Jazz Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 13 – Spring Band Concert – 7pm
May 27 – Memorial Day Parade
June 7 – Graduation Performance (All Ensembles Perform)
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule
August 17 – Production Rehearsal
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CLEARANCES
Printed copies of clearances can be either dropped in the band room box or mailed to:
MABPO, Inc.
c/o Shea Corsetti
Suite 12, PMB 174
5990 University Boulevard
Moon Township, PA 15108
Per the updated MASD policy, Clearances are valid for 5 years
Under PA Law Act 153, The State of Pennsylvania is requiring all adults who volunteer in any capacity within the school to obtain background checks. This will include parents who volunteer to chaperone the MAHS Marching Band at football games, parades, band camps, and trips. Chaperones are required to complete the PA State Police Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints. The FBI Fingerprint is only if the volunteer has not been a state of PA resident for at least 10 years. Please visit http://www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov for additional information.
OR follow the steps below:
All necessary instructions and links to apply for these certifications can be found HERE
Child Abuse Clearance click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Create the account
3. Submit the required information
4. Print certificate and submit to MABPO Secretary
PA Criminal Background Check click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Click on "NEW RECORD CHECK" (Volunteers Only)
3. After the record check is complete, click on the blue control number
4. To view the certificate, click on the blue words "Certification Form"
5. Print the certificate and submit to the MABPO Secretary
FBI Fingerprinting click HERE
1. Cost: $27.50
2. Required for volunteers who have lived outside of PA in the last 10 years
3. Register on website
4. Take form to Cogent Fingerprinting location
5. Receive clearance and contact MABPO Secretary to arrange for original to be copied.
Contact secretary@moonband.org if you have any questions.
Check out Moon Band on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/moonareabands
Questions, comments or suggestions contact communications@moonband.org
IMPORTANT REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Wednesday, February 6 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
February 9 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Norwin
Wednesday, February 13 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Thursday, February 21 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Saturday, February 23 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Penn Trafford
Wednesday, February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
Saturday, March 2 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Allegheny HS
Tuesday, March 19 – All-District Music Concert – 7pm
Saturday, March 23 – Winterguard TRWEA Show Penn Trafford
Thursday, March 28 – Band Parent Meeting 7PM
Saturday, March 30 – Winterguard TRWEA Championships
FUNDRAISING
Our first ever School Spirit Coffee fundraiser is here! High quality ground or whole bean coffees, loose leaf teas, K-cups, instant drinks, chocolate, and dry-rubs are available. Information sheets and glossy order forms are available in the band room or you can print your own HERE. Profit will be approximately 40-45% based on total band sales. A photo of the special coffee packing is available online. Order forms are available HERE. Order forms and payments are due on February 12. Delivery will be on March 6.
The Chocolate Boutique fundraiser began just in time for Valentine's Day! Items include amazing candy apples, chocolate pretzels, Oreos, and popcorn. Information flyers and order sheets are available HERE or in the band room. Orders and payments are due on Tuesday, January 29. Delivery will be on Tuesday, February 12.
HEINZ FIELD/PNC PARK
If you are interested in raising money for you Band student by working at PNC Park this upcoming season, now is the time to sign up for Grand Slam Training. The first available session will be on Wednesday, March 6th from 5-9 PM. This is a great opportunity to start filling those accounts in anticipation of next year's trip. Most parents who participate pay nothing or very little for the Band Trips. I am also looking for one more person to be a Co-Coordinator for the Aramark Fundraising Program. It's fun and easy and a great way to get involved in the Band Parent Organization. Please contact Heather Park (hburakow@yahoo.com) to sign up for the training or answer any questions.
TOUR SHIRTS
Tour shirts are still available in select sizes. Please email, text, or call Andrea to check sizes needed, or just flag her down as they are in her car.
SENIOR POLE NOTES
If you have not yet paid for your Senior Pole Note, please drop your payment in the box in the band room. THANKS!
STUDENT ACCOUNTS
Students accounts have been updated to include money for shifts worked for the pancake breakfast. I have received the checks for the pancake breakfast tickets at our meeting and they will be deposited this week. I have not received the information on tickets sold by student for the pancake breakfast. Once I receive that information, I will update the students accounts accordingly. Thank you.
CONCESSIONS
Karren and Ginny are looking for someone to shadow them in the fall as the fun the concession stand. Anyone interested should contact Ginny or Karren. Ideally two people should co-chair concession stand duty.
COMMUNICATIONS
Moon Band Parent Organization has a private Facebook group where events are posted. It is a closed group and you can request access to “Moon Area Band Parent Organization”. You will be prompted to identify your moon band student and the year they graduate.
As a reminder, please do not post videos on social media where the general public can view them. This is especially important as we begin the season.
ALUMNI NEWS:
Don’t forget the next Scrip gift card order is due February 15th for delivery at the Band Parent meeting on the February 21st. Contact alumni@moonband.org if you have any questions.
Click HERE for information on joining our SCRIP program.
BAND DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Nick Barthen
February 2019 Band Calendar can be found HERE or on moonband.org as well as on the Skyward Class site.
Winter Color Guard Chaperones
Parents of Winter Color Guard members wishing to chaperone, please fill out the linked Microsoft form HERE. You will be notified of the schedule.
Summer 2019 Band Schedule – UPDATE!!
The completed summer band schedule can be found and downloaded on the www.moonband.org web-site (HERE) as well as on the Skyward class site.
Important Summer Dates
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule
August 17 – Production Rehearsal
Symphonic Band Sectional Dates and Times
Wednesday, February 6 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 13 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
Wednesday, February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
Please plan accordingly for these graded events.
Private Instrumental Lessons
Private Instrumental lessons is a great way to excel on your instrument. Not only will you learn specific techniques on your instrument, from a teacher who is an expert on your instrument, but also it will open doors to new repertoire, solo, ensemble, etc. Private lessons will also provide confidence when performing in an ensemble or auditioning for any PMEA festival. Contact Mr. Barthen for a complete list of private instructors in the area.
Calendar of Events - JANUARY
__________
Mon. Feb. 4 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
Tue. Feb. 5 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 6 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 7 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Fri. Feb. 8 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6:30-10:00pm
Sat. Feb. 9 – Winter Guard First TRWEA Show at Norwin H.S. – Perform at 5:42pm; Students arrive at MAHS 12:45pm
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Mon. Feb. 11 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
Tue. Feb. 12 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 13 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 14 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
______
Mon. Feb. 18 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
NO SCHOOL – PRESIDENTS DAY
Tue. Feb. 19 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 20 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 21 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Fri. Feb. 22 - Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6:30-10:00pm
Sat. Feb. 23 – Winter Guard Show at Penn-Trafford
______
Mon. Feb. 25 – Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6pm-9pm – Middle School Aux Gym
NO SCHOOL – PRESIDENTS DAY
Tue. Feb. 26 – Jazz Band 1 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Wed. Feb. 27 – Symphonic Band WOODWIND Sectional - 2:20-3:30
Thu. Feb. 28 – Jazz Band 2 Rehearsal – 2:30 – 4:00pm
Fri. March 1 - Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6:30-10:00pm
Sat. March 2 – Winter Guard Show at Hempfield H.S.
________
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
February 6 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
February 13 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
February 20 – Symphonic Band Brass Sectional – 2:20-3:20pm
February 27 – Symphonic Band Woodwind Sectional – 2:20-3:20
March 19 – All-District Music Concert – 7pm
May 6 – Percussion Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 10 – Jazz Ensemble Concert – 7pm
May 13 – Spring Band Concert – 7pm
May 27 – Memorial Day Parade
June 7 – Graduation Performance (All Ensembles Perform)
June 10,11,12 – Music Pre-Camp - 5pm-9pm at MAHS
July 23, 24, 25 – Mini Camps
July 29 - August 2 – Home Band Camp
August 4 – 9 – Away Band Camp
August 12 – Begin regular 2 day per week rehearsal schedule
August 17 – Production Rehearsal
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CLEARANCES
Printed copies of clearances can be either dropped in the band room box or mailed to:
MABPO, Inc.
c/o Shea Corsetti
Suite 12, PMB 174
5990 University Boulevard
Moon Township, PA 15108
Per the updated MASD policy, Clearances are valid for 5 years
Under PA Law Act 153, The State of Pennsylvania is requiring all adults who volunteer in any capacity within the school to obtain background checks. This will include parents who volunteer to chaperone the MAHS Marching Band at football games, parades, band camps, and trips. Chaperones are required to complete the PA State Police Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints. The FBI Fingerprint is only if the volunteer has not been a state of PA resident for at least 10 years. Please visit http://www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov for additional information.
OR follow the steps below:
All necessary instructions and links to apply for these certifications can be found HERE
Child Abuse Clearance click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Create the account
3. Submit the required information
4. Print certificate and submit to MABPO Secretary
PA Criminal Background Check click HERE
1. Cost: Free
2. Click on "NEW RECORD CHECK" (Volunteers Only)
3. After the record check is complete, click on the blue control number
4. To view the certificate, click on the blue words "Certification Form"
5. Print the certificate and submit to the MABPO Secretary
FBI Fingerprinting click HERE
1. Cost: $27.50
2. Required for volunteers who have lived outside of PA in the last 10 years
3. Register on website
4. Take form to Cogent Fingerprinting location
5. Receive clearance and contact MABPO Secretary to arrange for original to be copied.
Contact secretary@moonband.org if you have any questions.
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