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The 2009-2010 Marching Band Program is The Music of Styx!

               

 

2009-2010 Marching Band Section Leaders

Please note that some sections have additional practices that may not be reflected on the Band Calendar. Check with your Section Leader with any questions.

Senior Drum Majors

 

Erica Allen

Theresa Benesh

Sara Coe

 

Drum Line

 

 

Jim Flemming 

Alto Sax Steve Werner     Trumpet

Justin Makarewicz

Tenor Sax Julie Roberts     Clarinet

Melissa McPhearson and Stephanie Sokol

Low Brass

Jeff Anderson  

   Sousaphone Stacey Tyburski  
Flutes

Marie Brown and Stephanie Gould  

  Color Guard

Morgan Callewaert  

 

Welcome to the 2009-20010 Marching Band Season!

Right now, we are busy preparing for the upcoming marching band season. The show for the 2009-2010 season is music from Styx. We are confident that you will enjoy the music. Once the students get the music, they should start to memorize it. You are also getting information about mini-band camp, arrival time for camp, bus and camp rules, 2009-20010 marching band schedule, a packing list for camp and a tentative daily schedule.
We would like to remind all students involved in summer activities such as marching band that your calendars are updated with rehearsal dates. Information will be posted on the ikebands.com website. Also a reminder that in order for you to be a part of the ½ time and festival show, you need to go to camp to learn the show. All other band students will be marching pre-game, performing in the stands, post game and parades.
We look forward to seeing all of you once again and meeting any new faces and families that we are not familiar with. Have a restful and enjoyable summer!

Marching Band Schedule:
Available on the Instrumental Music Boosters website – Ikebands.com Revisions will be posted as received.

2009 Camp Information
EHS 2009 Band Camp will be held at Camp Walden August 9th-15th. Camp Walden is set on the shores of beautiful Long Lake near the northern tip of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, eight miles south of Cheboygan. It covers more than 150 acres of virgin forest, sparkling waterfront, meadows, rolling hills and trails. The facilities include cabins, outdoor basketball, volleyball and a beach. Camp Walden address: 5607 South River, Cheboygan, Mi 49721 Phone # - 231.625.2050.
Students will need to arrive at EHS at 6:30 a.m. for our charter bus trip to camp. Please bring $ for lunch on the way to camp, Mackinac Island dinner and lunch for the return trip home.
Transportation to and from camp is provided, but if you plan on picking your child up after the performance Saturday, please let Carrol Reilly (Head Band Camp Chaperone) know ASAP. We might be able to save some transportation money by not ordering as many buses for the return trip. There will be a performance for family and friends at noon on our camp field. A detailed map is available on the ikebands.com website. Family and friends should plan on arriving around 11:30 a.m. to allow enough time to walk to the main field for the performance. It is about 4 hours travel time if there is no construction or traffic problems on I-75.

Directions to Camp Walden:
Take I – 75 North
Exit at Highway 27(exit 313) and go right toward Cheboygan
Turn right on Highway 33 for approx. 3 miles
Turn left on Orchard Beach Rd. for approx. 2 miles
Turn right at S. River Rd for 2 miles to camp.

Marching Band – Mini Camp Schedule
Aug. 5th – 9 am to noon. New marchers, section leaders and Drum Majors – 9 to 10:30.
All members -10:30 to noon. Uniform fitting for Seniors and Juniors 6 pm to 9 pm (tentative)
*Aug 5th 7 pm. _ Mandatory meeting for at least 1 parent regarding band camp week in the PAC.*
Aug. 6th – 9 am to noon. New marchers, section leaders and Drum Majors – 9 to 10:30. Pictures for the football program at 11:30 a.m. Summer uniform (Black Docker Style Shorts (not gym shorts), Blue Band Shirt, White Tennis shoes and white socks.) This picture is for all MARCHING BAND students.
All members -10:30 to noon. Uniform fitting for Sophomores and Freshmen 6pm to 9 pm(tentative)
Aug. 7th – 9 am to noon. New marchers, section leaders and Drum Majors – 9 to 10:30.
All members -10:30 to noon. Uniform fitting for any still not fitted. 6 pm to 9pm (tentative)

EHS Marching Band Camp Daily Schedule
7:00 am Wake Up, Showers 3:30-5:30 Free Time (swimming, volleyball, sleep,etc)
8:00 am Breakfast 5:30 Dinner
8:45-11:45 Morning Rehearsal, Field 6:15-9:00 Evening rehearsal, Field
Noon Lunch 9:15-10:30 Evening Activity
1:00-2:30 Sectionals 10:45 In Cabins for the Night
2:30-3:30 Full Band rehearsal 11:15 Lights Out!!!!!!

We will be going to Mackinac Island on Wednesday in the afternoon. You probably want to bring some $ for that.

Bus Rules
No excessive noise or moving around.
All trash must be deposited in the proper place, NOT on the floor.
The chaperones are in charge. Talking back to them is unacceptable. Proper disciplinary action will be taken with those refusing to respect authority. This could include being sent home at your own expense.
Students will load and unload all equipment and baggage.

Camp Rules
ALL SCHOOL RULES APPLY AT CAMP
NO guests other than parents are allowed at camp during the week. This includes former students.
Students are not allowed to leave camp
Students MUST attend ALL meals (yes, you need to eat), ALL rehearsals and evening activities
NO students are allowed out of their cabins after 10:45 pm or before 6:45 am. LADIES are not allowed in the MENS cabins and vice versa
All students must remain for the duration of the evening activity. You may not return early to your cabin.
Any student caught sneaking out at night or leaving the camp premises will be sent home at their own expense.
Maintain proper etiquette.
Students must be on time for rehearsals.
No large Electronic equipment is allowed at camp. Fans are not needed. There is already a whole house fan in each cabin. Ipods are allowed. NO PORTABLE DVD PLAYERS, TV’S, COMPUTERS OR GAME SYSTEMS.
Sandals are not allowed at Camp at any time. You must wear closed toe shoes when walking outside at Camp.
Cabins must be cleaned before final checkout.
Graffiti. A charge will be made for removal of all graffiti inside or outside of any camp building. Walden is a beautiful and well-maintained camp and it needs to remain so.
Any student violating these rules will be dealt with while at camp. If the offense is severe, the student may be sent home and subject to disciplinary action the EHS or the Police Department.

Band Camp Nightly Activities
Each night we have planned some fun, get to know you things that will generate spirit and friendships.
When you pack for camp, you may want to bring extra cloths. Activities/nights are subject to change per the discretion of directors.

Sunday – Dance, Monday – Road Rally, Tuesday – Section song and skit, Wednesday – Mackinac Island, Thursday – Section Olympics and movie Friday – Senior Circle campfire/ice cream sundaes

What to Bring to Camp Checklist
Students Saturday Performance Attire: Black Docker Style Shorts (not gym shorts), Blue Band Shirt, White Tennis shoes and white socks. These are items the students must pack with them.

Luggage
1 suitcase and 1 carry-on (labeled with the students name)

Clothing
___Shorts (including black shorts)___Shirts(short and long sleeved)___Jeans/Sweatpants
___Comfortable shoes-several pair (NO Sandals)___Sweatshirt/Sweater___Jacket/Coat
___Rain Jacket/Poncho___Bathing Suit/Towel___Hat (to block the sun)___White tennis shoes
___Blue Band Shirt

Bedding
___Pillow___Sleeping bag and/or sheets and Blanket___Single Person Air Mattress Only

Toiletries
___Shampoo___Soap___Deodorant___Toothbrush___Floss___Toothpaste___Comb/Brush
___Towel(s)___Washcloth___Mosquito Repellant___Shower Shoes

Additional Needs
___SUNSCREEN___Camera___Sunglasses___Paper___Instrument___Extra Reeds
___Playing Cards___Flashlight___Umbrella___Chapstick___Music___Valve Oil
___Water shoes___Camelback___Marching Lyre
___Personnel Field Marker (something flat and small the size of around a poker chip to mark your place on the field)
___A Smile and a Positive Attitude

*No sandals are allowed at camp. You will be on your feet many hours each day, so be sure you bring shoes that are both sturdy and comfortable.
*The electrical supply in each cabin is limited. Please leave unnecessary appliances at home.
*While packing, be sure to keep in mind how you might participate in the evening activities planned for the evening social hour.

A Few Final Thoughts……………………..

Problems While at Camp: Should there be an emergency and a student needs to be contacted at camp, the phone number is 231.625.2050. This is an emergency number only.
While at Camp: Students will receive three meals a day as arranged with Camp Walden. Please inform the directors of any special dietary needs in advance. Students will not be allowed to eat in their cabins while meals are being served. All students will eat together at designated meal times. All students will participate in all rehearsals.
Visitors: EHS Eagle Marching Band camp is going away to camp to get a job done, therefore, friends are not invited to attend. Parents who are interested in visiting are always welcome. Please let us know in advance.
Spending Money: You will need some money for the travel up there, Mackinac Island and the return trip. Students are on camp premise and all meals are provided, plus a snack in the evenings.
Places for Parents to stay:
Cheboygan (231) 15 minutes from camp: Best Western River Terrace Motel –627.5688, Continental Inn –627.7164, Fleetwood Inn & Suites.627.3126, North Country Inn –627.3129
Mackinaw City (231) 35 minutes from camp: Best Western Dockside – 4365001, Clarion Hotel Beachfront – 436.5539, Comfort Suites Lakeview – 436.5929, Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront – 436.5493, Quality Inn Suites Beachfront – 436.5051

**Final Payment for camp is due July 15th. Any other arrangements need to be made through the treasurer.**