It's Summer Time!

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It’s Summer Time!


Congratulations to Senior Band Members Jamie Torbert and David Reynolds for thier Commencement Speeches at Hanna’s Graduation!

Also Congratulations to the following Hanna Band Seniors who were recognized for their outstanding academic achievement at Graduation!

Kirk Cavender
Cara Dillon
Angela Fredrickson
Emily Harris
Melissa James
Melissa “Weezy” Merrill
David Reynolds
Susannah Ryan
Amber Simons
Alyson Smyth
Edward Stein
Jamie Torbert
Katherine Weaver

Schedules for the fall will be mailed out early next week. These are essentially the same schedule that was emailed during the spring. Due to transportation costs, we will drop some of the away games which will be identified in a later mailing. Our contest schedule will remain the same as previous years. Specific locations for the contest will also be listed in a later mailing



If you have reserved a spot for the Atlanta DCI trip, please make sure and send in your ticket money now. The costs for the ticket and bus is $30.00. You may mail the check in or leave it in the front office for Mr. Whitt. The front office at Hanna is usually open from 8:00 to 3:30 daily.
The band office will be open from 9:00 to 3:00 daily with the exception of the week of June 22nd and July 2nd and 3rd.

Optional Rifle practice for Guard Members who wish to spin Rifles this year will be on Tuesday, July 7th and Tuesday July 14th from 10:00 am to 12:00 am.

We are going to set up a “text” data base for this season in an effort to improve communication and save on costs. We will continue the weekly emails and postings on the web site. If you would like to be included in the text updates please email Mr. Whitt with the following information:
First and Last Name
The phone number including area code that you wish the text updates sent to.
Carrier that you use such as Verizon, AT&T etc.

School Instruments may be checked out at this time. Students must fill out and sign a user contract. See Bas or Mr. Whitt any time for this.
Mark the date for the Band Camp Cookout on Thursday, August 6th from 4:00 to 7:00!
Miscellaneous:
Next Year will be a travel year for Jazz Band
Chamber Winds will be in a festival performance in the Spring of 2010.
We will be applying for the Cherry Blossom Parade for the spring of 2011
We are still in the need of many parent volunteers for a variety of jobs. We will send a booster mailing out in July and have volunteer info available at the cook out on August, 6th.

BEST WISHES FOR A GREAT SUMMER!

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LAST CALL FOR BANQUET RESERVATIONS!

THE BANQUET WILL BE:

Thursday, May 14th at 7:15 PM in the Mall Area at TLH
All Freshman will receive their certificate for their BLOCK H Letter
2nd and 3rd Year Members will receive their service bar
Seniors will be presented with their Senior Plaque and their own individualized “Yearbook”
Officers for next year will be Announced
The Slide Show this year will feature over 2000 pictures of all our band members during the year!


Dates:

Band Banquet: Thursday, May 14th at 7:15 @ TLH

Awards Night: Monday, May 18th @ 6:30 @ TLH
All Underclassmen Will Play

Flag Corps Meeting:

Graduation: Friday, June 5th: Call time @ 1:00 @ the Civic Center
All Underclassmen Will Play

Band Camp Dates:

Percussion and Flag Corps: July 20th

Full Band Start Date: July 27th


Volunteer Forms: We are in need of parent volunteers for many different positions and committees. We certainly realize that everyone has different resources and availability, but we feel that almost everyone can find a way to share their talents with our students. There are many different ways to help that do not require meetings or a large time commitment. No job or donation of time is too small. Please take time to look over volunteer forms that were sent home as we need your support more than ever to continue to offer the best experience possible for our students.










Text Messages Communication: In an effort to improve communication, we are going to send weekly text messages for call times and other appropriate information in addition to weekly emails and the message board news online. Texts messages will only be sent to phones with parental permission. We are hoping to expand the web site to include all information including directions, state audition requirements as well as music files for region auditions, show music and solo and ensemble.



Thanks: Many thanks to those who have donated so much to our program and to those participated in our Spring Fund-Raisers. This has been a record year for monetary donations, which have enabled us to continue to operate at full capacity in spite of budget cuts. All Donations of paper, tape, batteries and countless other items have helped us to save money and cut expenses.


Onion Sale: Onions will be available for pick up on Friday, May 15th from 5 to 7 and Saturday, May 16th from 8 to 12 in the Band Parking Lot at

Flower Sale: Flowers will be delivered to the nursing homes on May 23rd



Hope to see you all at the Banquet!


Bas

Spring Break !

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INFORMATION FOR UPCOMING HANNA BAND EVENTS

Thursday, April 23rd 7:15pm:
Spring Concert with all Bands in Conjunction with the McCants 7th and 8th Grade. All students must report at 6:00. The performance will conclude by 8:30.
A reception will follow the performance.

Friday, April 24th at 8:30am and 9:40am:
Spring Concert Assemblies at School for Hanna Student Body and Faculty.
These performances are also open to the public.

Dress for these events will be black pants or skirts and white tops.
The boys are expected to wear a tie.

Additional Events:

Ø Soiree’: Jazz Band: Friday, April 24th 5:00 to 6:30 pm at the Courthouse Stage in downtown Anderson

Ø Solo and Ensemble: Saturday, April 25th Students will be assigned individual times.

Ø Jazz Band at Westside Community Center: Jazz Band performance at WCC fund-raiser
Call time will be 6:00 PM.

Ø Flag Corps Tryouts: May 5th through the 8th

Ø Awards Night: Full Concert Band: (Underclassmen) Monday, May 8th. Please note that this is in the evening. This is the first year that the awards ceremony has been held outside of the school day. All Band Underclassmen will play for the event. Call time will be at 6:00 PM

Ø Band Banquet: All Band Members including Flag Corps, Thursday, May 14th at 7:15 pm
at T.L. Hanna

Ø Graduation: All underclassmen Band Members at Friday, June 5th at the Anderson Civic Center. Band students must report at 1:00 PM

Band Camp Dates are the same as always:
Percussion will begin on July 20th
Full Band will begin on July 27th

A full calendar will be mailed in early soon. The fall schedule will remain exactly the same as in previous years in regard to Football Performances, Marching Contest s and Christmas Events.

We look forward to seeing everyone at these special events. Our thanks is extended to everyone for a wonderful year.
Your continued support of the Arts in our schools is important to the quality of your child’s education.

ü Congratulations to our Winter Guard and Indoor Drumline who have just recently completed their season.

ü Our Indoor Drumline finished a perfect season by being named Grand Champion in their division at the Carolina Indoor Performance Association’s Championship at Western Carolina University on March 28th. The Winter Guard was promoted this season to HSA and finished 6th in their division. Congratulations to all of the students who participated with our Winter Programs. We look forward to next season for continued success and growth.

ü We are going to explore the possibility of hosting a Winter Guard/Drumline contest next year to help fund our Winter Programs.

ü Information on the band banquet will be sent home soon. Please mark May 14th on your calendar now.

ü We wish to thank those who have made donations and assisted with all of our many Winter Projects. We can always use donations of Batteries, (9 volt, AAA and AA) Copy Paper, White and Black Electrical Tape, Black Spray Paint and Office Supplies.

ü Drum Major Tryouts will be held the first week in June

ü The 2009 show is entitled “Rhapsody” Featuring, Rhapsody in Blue, Rhapsody on a theme by Paganini and Bohemian Rhapsody.

ü Our booster club is in need of volunteers for all committees and positions next year. Our students need your help and support as we continue to build our program. The booster club will take on an every expanding roll as we work to provide assistance in these uncertain economic times.

ü Please note that we have recently received monetary donations from:

Wall Mart on the 29 bypass

Gary Kidd of Carolina Blinds

Subway on Highway 81 across from the AmMed Heath Campus



BEST WISHES FOR A GREAT EASTER HOLIDAY!

TLHB News for Week of March 16th

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WEEK OF MARCH 16TH

TUESDAY: JAZZ, Indoor Drumline and Winter Guard @ TLH
WEDNESDAY: Indoor Drumline 4:00 – 6:00 @TLH
THURSDAY: JAZZ
FRIDAY: JAZZ BAND @ MIDWAY LEAVING AT 11:40
Indoor Drumline 4:30 to 8:00
Winter Guard 4:00 to 6:00
SATURDAY: INDOOR DRUM LINE AND GUARD COMPETITION
@ BYRNES HIGH SCHOOL

SHOW NEWS: Our Marching Show for the 2009 is entitled “Rhapsody”. Songs Include Rhapsody in Blue, Rhapsody on a theme by Paganini and Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen.
CD’s will be available this week.

Solo and Ensemble: Solo and Ensemble registration is NOW! Make sure and give your registration fee to Mr. Whit now! $3.00 for ensemble and $6.00 for a solo.

Please mark these dates:

Indoor Drumline and Guard Championships: March 28th at Western Carolina University
Spring Concert: Thursday, April 23rd @ 7:15
Spring Assemblies: Friday, April 24th Morning Assemblies
Soiree’: Jazz Band @ Soiree 5:00 – 6:30
Solo and Ensemble: Saturday, April 25th
Jazz Band at Westside Community Center: Friday, May 1st
Flag Corps Tryouts: May 5th- May 8th
Band Banquet: Thursday, May 14th
Awards Day will be Monday, May 18th in the Evening
Full Band Camp will start on Monday, July 27th

Notes:

Please note that the Hanna Awards day has been changed to an evening ceremony. All underclassmen will play for the ceremony on May 18th.

Honors Credit is now being given to Band Students who participate in Solo and Ensemble and Region Band Auditions. Freshman and Sophomores may now receive credit!

We hope to be able to provide a .5 unit of academic credit for Marching Band students starting in the Fall of 09’. This will give another academic advantage to our band members!

Garment Bags from Mardi Gras be picked up in the Uniform Room.


Fund-Raising-Budget Issues-Schedule and Plans for Future:

Our School District, along with many others among us, have been faced with difficult financial issues. While our district is strongly supportive of our program, the current budget issues will have an effect on our program. Our supply budget was frozen in December and the Band and Athletic Booster Clubs were asked to cover all transportation costs for the remainder of the year. While we are unsure and apprehensive of what projected future state cuts will mean for our program, we remain committed to moving forward with all of our plans for all of our winter programs. Next years plans include travel for both the Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Winds. Specific plans will follow soon.

In the last couple of years, we have conducted a spring onion sale that supplemented our budget for the last spring and summer. This fund raiser will take on a new importance as we look ahead to maintaining and continuing to provide the very best for everyone. With everyone’s support, we remain confident that we can reach our goals for continued success. We will need everyone to help in every way possible, as we will not be able to spend money on repairs or accessories (reeds, valve oil etc..) as we have in the past. We will plan as we always do for another spring and fall, including all of the usual trips and competitions. We will also keep our options open for larger trips, as we continue to receive invitations from events such as the Citrus and Gator Bowls and even the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade.

While we will have to work harder and conserve, we feel that working together and supporting each other we will emerge stronger individually and collectively. We welcome and encourage all ideas and thoughts as we continue to plan ahead for our program.

TLHB Notes for March 9th and Calendar for Fall 09

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Notes for the Week of March 9th


Band Booster Meeting
Tuesday, March 10th at 7:15
The agenda will include spring fund-raisers and our spring schedule include winter guard and indoor drumline.

Congratulations to the Hanna Jazz Ensemble who received another superior rating at the South Carolina All State Jazz Festival this past Saturday. Also Congratulations to Harrison Barnette and Adam Chabek who received outstanding soloist awards. Senior Eddy Stein was featured in the All State Jazz Band which performed during the festival.

Garment Bags from the Mardi Gras trip are ready to be picked up. Please check by the Uniform room any afternoon.

Honors credit is now available to Freshman and Sophomore Band Students for participation in Region Auditions and Solo and Ensemble.

Solo and Ensemble!
Solo and Ensemble registration is being underway now!
Ensembles are $3.00 per person and solos are $6.00
Please register now with Mr. Whitt.
The deadline for payment will be Tuesday, March 17th

Jazz Clinic at North Greenville College will be Wednesday, March 18th
Please see Mr. Whitt or Bas for details

Please remember to Mark the dates of April 23rd for the Spring Concert and May 18th for Awards Night. All underclassmen will perform for Awards Night.

Please watch for upcoming information on our Spring Onion and Flower Sale

Band Needs Include:

9 volt batteries
WHITE electrical tape
Copy Paper of any color
Two ice chests with wheels


First Draft of the 2009-2010 Fall Calendar

THE T.L. HANNA MARCHING BAND REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE FALL OF 2009

Note: Pit Percussion starts with the full band schedule
Battery Percussion includes Snares, Quints, Bass Drums and Cymbals

Monday July 20 9:00-12:00 Battery Percussion
1:30- 4:30 Battery Percussion
3:00- 5:00 Rifles Only
6:00- 9:00 Flag Corps

Tuesday July 21 9:00-12:00 Battery Percussion
1:30- 4:30 Battery Percussion
3:00- 5:00 Rifles Only
6:00- 9:00 Flag Corps

Wednesday July 22 9:00-12:00 Battery Percussion
1:30- 4:30 Battery Percussion
3:00- 5:00 Rifles Only
6:00- 9:00 Flag Corps

Thursday July 23 9:00-12:00 Battery Percussion/Rookie Camp
1:30- 4:30 Battery Percussion
3:00- 5:00 Rifles Only
6:00- 9:00 Flag Corps

Friday July 24 9:00-12:00 Battery Percussion/Rookie Camp
1:30- 4:30 Battery Percussion
3:00- 5:00 Rifles Only
6:00- 9:00 Flag Corps

Saturday July 25 Road Trip to DCI Atlanta*


Monday July 27 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band
Tuesday July 28 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band (Order Shoes @ 1:30 )
Wednesday July 29 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band
Thursday July 30 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band
Friday Aug 31 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band

Monday Aug 03 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band
Tuesday Aug 04 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band
Wednesday Aug 05 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band (Picture Day!)
Thursday Aug 06 9:00-12:00 1:30-4:30 Full Band
Friday Aug 07 9:00-12:00 Full Band (morning only)

Monday Aug 10 9:00-12:00 Full Band (morning only)
Tuesday Aug 11 9:00-12:00 Full Band (morning only)
Wednesday Aug 12 9:00-12:00 Full Band (morning only)
Thursday Aug 13 9:00-12:00

Tuesday Aug 18 First Day of School
Saturday Sept. 05 9:00-01:00 Saturday “Mini” Camp


 At 12:00 noon of each rehearsal day the students are dismissed for lunch. Students who do not have rides may bring lunch and eat in the Band Room. There are drink and cracker machines on campus. Many students car pool with others, however there will be volunteer parents available to help students with ride problems of any nature. Please let us know in advance if we can help.
 When school starts on August 19th we will begin after school rehearsals every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 to 6:20. After the month of September, the Monday rehearsals are dropped keeping just the regular Tuesday and Thursday rehearsal routine as in the past. Please note that the first football game falls on August 28th. The drum line will rehearse on Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:15 until the completion of Contest season. The Flag Corps will also practice separately from the band on Mondays from 4:00 to 6:15 through the month of September. There are no afterschool rehearsals after football/marching season.

 The performance schedule listed on the opposite side of this page consists of Football Games and Contests. It is still too early to identify the contest locations but the dates listed will not change. Also note that we will not travel to two of the away football games scheduled.

THE T.L. HANNA HIGH SCHOOL BAND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE FOR FALL 2009
One or two away games will be dropped from the schedule as will one contest date
One of the early contest dates may include an “overnight” depending on locations and cost.

August 28 Westside Home Friday
September 04 Daniel Away Friday
September 11 Mauldin Home Friday
September 18 Gaffney Away Friday
September 19 Contest TBA Saturday
September 25 Dorman Away Friday
September 26 Contest TBA Saturday
October 02 Hillcrest (Homecoming) Home Friday
October 03 Contest TBA Saturday
October 09 Easley Home Friday
October 10 Contest TBA Saturday
October 16 Greenwood Home Friday
October 17 Contest TBA Saturday
October 23 Wren Away Friday
October 24 Contest UPPERSTATE Saturday
October 30 Laurens (Sr. Night) Home Friday
October 31 Contest STATE Saturday
November 06 Westside Away Friday
November 13 Possible Playoff Game Friday
November 20 Possible Playoff Game Friday

OTHER MISCELLANEOUS DATE, INCLUDING OPTIONAL STUDENT EVENTS
Christmas Concert at School December 11 Friday morning
Evening Christmas Concert at TLH December 17 Thursday
Anderson Christmas Parade (3:00pm) December 06 Sunday
Regional All State Band Auditions January 09 Saturday
Inclement Weather Regional Aud. January 16 Saturday
Final All State Band Auditions January 23 Saturday
All State Jazz Auditions January 23 Saturday
Inclement Weather All State Auditions February 30 Saturday
USC Band Clinic February Friday - Sunday
Region Band Clinic February 26-27 Friday and Saturday
GAMAC Education Concert March Friday
All State Jazz March 04-06 Friday and Saturday
All State Band March 12-14 Friday and Saturday
Spring Concert April Tuesday
Spring Concert Assemblies at School April Thursday
Concert Festival March
Solo and Ensemble April 23-24 Saturday
Band Banquet May Thursday
Graduation June 04 Friday @ 2:00 PM

JAZZ BAND: The T.L. Hanna Jazz Band is an optional activity, which is organized after Marching Season. (Usually early November) The Jazz Band meets after school on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 5:30. Membership is open to all interested Marching Band Students.
JAZZ BAND READING SESSIONS WILL START ON OCTOBER XXX
Jazz Band students register for this as a class and receive a grade and a full unit credit for their participation.
CONCERT BAND and CHAMBER WINDS: All playing members of the Marching Band are considered members of the Concert or Chamber Winds. Students are divided into one of the two groups by ability and the needs of the ensemble. The Chamber Winds group participates in Concert Festival and both groups present a series of concerts during second semester.

Notes for Feb. 2nd

Please note:

BAND BOOSTER MEETING

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009

@ 7:15



This is the “Mandatory Meeting” for all students participating in the Mardi Gras Trip.

The Agenda will also include Budget issues and fund-raising

TLHB

February 3/09


Hanna Band at CIPA Competition:

Congratulations to the T.L. Hanna Band Indoor Drumline for their first place class finish at the Carolina Indoor Performance Association’s qualifying show at Easley High School on Saturday, January 31st. This is the first year that the Hanna band has fielded an Indoor Line that will compete in the CIPA circuit The Drum Line is led by senior captains David Reynolds and Amber Simons and the drumline instructor is Shon Brown. Also Congratulations to the Hanna Winter Guard that was promoted up a class in the Carolina Indoor Performance Association. The Hanna Band Winter Guard is led by Captains Emily Harris, Aly Smyth, Amanda Bensen and Amber Pettigrew. The next competition will be at Dorman High School on February 14th. There is some limited space on the bus for those who would like to go and watch!!!

ROTC Inspection:

Chamber Winds will play briefly for the ROTC formal inspection on Wednesday. Students are requested to wear black and white and report to the gym during homeroom for the program. The inspection will start at 10:15 and should conclude at approximately 11:00. Students will be excused from class for the program.

Region Band:

Congratulations to all who tried out for Region Band! This is the one activity that benefit students individually for scholarship consideration. Colleges and Universities are consistently asking for nominations for students who participate in Region Band for clinics and honors groups. This will also enable students to receive Honors Credit for Band. We feel very strongly that this is one of the most valuable activities available to our students.

Show:

We are currently exploring some show ideas. At present, we are looking at a show called “Heartbeat”. Its an original…… CD will be available soon. Your input is needed and solicited.



Unit Credit for Marching Band:

We are looking into submitting a proposal that will give a .5 credit for Marching Band . This will be in addition to the unit credit given for class. The .5 credit will bring an additional boost to the students GPA, as it will automatically give band students 8.5 credits and Jazz Band students 9.5 credits. This will have to be approved by the district and if approved will go into effect for the 2009-2010 school year.

Mardi Gras:

Plans for Mardi Gras are set. Please note the mandatory Full Practice on Wednesday, Feb. 18th. All participating students must have everything passed off by that Wednesday. The Bus list will be posted in the next week along with Chaperone assignments.

Flag Corps Practice for Mardi Gras:

Wednesday, February 11th, and Monday, February 16th
Both Rehearsals will run from 4:00 to 6:00

Budget, Trips etc……

Our School District, along with many others among us, have been faced with difficult financial issues. While our district is strongly supportive of our program, the current budget issues will have an effect on our program. Our supply budget was frozen in December and the Band and Athletic Booster Clubs were asked to cover all transportation costs for the remainder of the year. While we are unsure and apprehensive of what projected future state cuts will mean for our program, we remain committed to moving forward with all of our plans for all of our winter programs.

In the last couple of years, we have conducted a spring onion sale that supplemented our budget for the last spring and summer. This fund raiser will take on a new importance as we look ahead to maintaining and continuing to provide the very best for everyone. With everyone’s support, we remain confident that we can reach our goals for continued success. We will need everyone to help in every way possible, as we will not be able to spend money on repairs or accessories (reeds, valve oil etc..) as we have in the past.

We will plan as we always do for another spring and fall, including all of the usual trips and competitions. While we will have to work harder and conserve, we feel that working together and supporting each other we will emerge stronger individually and collectively.

Booster Meeting

Our Regular Booster/Parent Meeting will be February 10th at 7:15 in the Band Room. This is the “Mandatory Meeting” for parents whose child will be participating in the Mardi Gras Trip on February 21st.
We will also discuss issues related to recent budget cuts and possible futur

Happy New Year!

TLHB
NEW YEAR 2009

 Another reminder that Saturday, January 10th will be the Region Tryouts, which will be the first Saturday that we return from the Holidays. Times are posted in the band room and a bus will be provided if needed. The tryouts will be at Northside Middle School in Greenwood, SC. Directions will also be provided for those who wish to drive to the audition.

 Our trip to New Orleans is on track. A hard copy of all the trip information will be given to the students the week of January 5th. This is simply a copy of the information posted online, but it will include all financial information. Payments for the trip if applicable will be due on January 19th. Rooming lists will be posted and adjusted the week of January 12th.

 Winter Guard and Indoor Percussion have started rehearsals before the Holidays. They will follow the same performance schedule which will be posted in the next couple of weeks.

 Thanks to everyone for another successful fruit sale. In spite of very challenging economic conditions, this year’s sale top $70,000 in gross sales. This is not the largest sale, but one of the top four in comparison to previous trip years.

 Our school district has been hit with yet another budget cut from the State. There are also projections of another cut in March with further reductions in the fall. Concerning this, the Band and Athletic booster clubs have been asked to take over all transportation costs for the remainder of the school year. This will of course present new challenges as we work to keep our programs strong and active for all of our students. We certainly do not want to compromise any part of our program or raise fees due to funding issues. As we look ahead, we are going to purse several grants along with some other foundation options. We will also put a new priority on our spring onion sale and possibly combine it with spring fruit. While we want to keep limit all fund-raising that involves our students, we also are committed to keeping fees at a minimum so all students may participate. Working together, we feel that we can meet these challenges and keep our program strong.

BEST WISHES TO YOUR FAMILIES FOR THE NEW YEAR!

PLEASE CONTACT US IF WE MAY BE OF ASSISTANCE IN ANY WAY.