Pep band members will be walking to Dona Merced on Wednesday Feb 19. They will leave right after checking into homeroom classes. We will prepare music for the whole group, and individuals will demonstrate their instrument.
Wear pep band shirts and comfortable shoes.
Permission slip required by Tuesday.
Times are as follows and may be adjusted closer to the day. We will travel to and from RMMS by bus. Every student is responsible for their own instrument and music.
The times of the day will follow this approximate schedule and may be adjusted closer to the event.
Letter with these details goes home 2/3/20 and bottom portion to be returned as confirmation.
The 8th grade Wind Ensemble is partnering with the Azusa Pacific University Wind Ensemble for a new experience. This will include a partial clinic (instruction) and rehearsal with the college students.
Students will report straight to 6th period (normal band time) to load up the bus with their instruments and belongings.
We will leave RMMS as soon as we can load up, no later than 2 pm.
We will leave rehearsal at APU about 5 pm, load the bus, and travel back to RMMS. Hopefully arriving back no later than 6 pm. Students will be able to call home when we are close to school, for pick up.
Students should wear their band shirts and bring a snack for the bus ride. (Please no peanuts).
Students will be receiving the permission slip/release form.
Monday, December 16 7:30 pm
Tuesday, December 17 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 18 6:00 pm
Instructions:
Go to the concert. Get there early to get a good seat and grab a program. Observe the process. Be a good audience member. At the end, get a picture with the conductor and have them sign your program.
The next day, bring the program and picture to show Mrs. Newland the next day; and tell your class about your experience.
(don’t forget to bring a PEN!)
Concert Band: March 4, 2020 at Sierra Vista High School
Wind Ensemble: March 7, 2020 at Los Osos High School
times have not yet been assigned.
bus will be taken to and from RMMS for each contest.
Formal Attire.
This is a very serious event and the results of the performance earn a rating: Superior (A), Excellent (B), Good (C), Fair (D), and Poor (F). Each student matters to the overall score, and individual preparation is important.
Missed that hoody or long sleeved shirt on the first band gear order? Well, now you can purchase any gear you missed, or just get another one if its your favorite.
Both whole band and pep band gear available.
All Cash! There is a minimum requirement for the shop to fulfill the order. We will collect orders until the minimum is reached.
Online order here: https://forms.gle/pvS85MA5Pv6CaQW36
Pep Band performs at the annual Barnes and Noble Family Night.
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
5:45 call time at Barnes and Noble
11090 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
6:15-6:45 Performance set
7:00 dismissal after clean up and load up
RMMS MPR and Gym.
| Group | Room | Arrival | Warm UP |
| 6th | 32 | 5:10 | 5:30 |
| 8th | 41 | 5:30 | 5:45 |
| 7th | 40 | 5:45 | 6:00 |
6:15 Doors Open (gym side) You may enter from the lunch Ramada or the parking lot at the Gym.
6:30 pm Concert Starts
Formal Concert Attire: Black on Bottom, white on top. See attached.
Friday, October 25, 2019
Wind Ensemble Members
Students transport themselves to and from Rancho Cucamonga High School with instruments.
When: October 25, 2019
Where: 11801 Lark Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
Wear: 2019-2020 Band Shirts and gear. Blue or Black pants. Bring sweatshirts. Comfortable shoes.
Map is attached.
Arrival and Dismissal:
Students will check in with Mrs. Newland upon arrival. Parents may attend the football game at regular game prices.
Parents attending the game may check their student out after the half time band performance. All other pickups will be at 9:00 at the gym. ALL students must check out with Mrs. Newland before dismissal.
Students carpooling with others must mark that option on the medical slip.