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The 2010-2011 season is upon us and we invite you to visit this site often. We post all band news, updates, event itineraries, and performance schedules here. Many of the posts here will also be sent to our email list. For those posts that are not emailed, they will display here in reverse chronological order.

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Our goal is for the site to assist you in finding the information you need, including booster names, student & band leader names, fundraising info, FAQs and schedule info. Throughout the year we post videos to the band’s YouTube account, and photos to the band’s flickr account.

If you have a question related to the band, try the FAQ page under the General Band Questions, or contact the appropriate board member via the online contact form. If you need help with the website, try the FAQ page under the Website Help Questions, or contact the webmaster via the online contact form.

Watch here for more updates!

Week 1: August 9,10, 11, 12 and 13

Week 2: August 16, 17 and 18

Location: Poly High School

Our field show will be charted for the number of students attending camp. Those students who do not attend must serve as alternates until a spot becomes available for them.

Schedule:

8:00 am to 12:00 pm – Marching Fundamentals / Drills

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm – Lunch Break

1:00pm to 4:00 pm – Music rehearsal

Summer Marching Camp is Mandatory for all band & Color Guard members.

Outline:

1. Learning and/or reviewing basic marching fundamentals.
2. Learning and memorizing music & color guard routines for the field show.
3. Learning drill for the field show.
4. Participating in section rehearsals conducted by expert instructors.
5. Participating in social activities which allow returning members and new members to become better acquainted with each other.

As you get ready for band camp please consider the weather conditions. Dress sensibly and come prepared.

1. Eat a good, balanced breakfast
2. Wear light, loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. (No sandals or boots.)
3. Bring a hat.
4. Bring sunglasses.
5. Most importantly, bring and drink lots of water.

Additional items to remember:

1. Your instrument.
2. Your music.
3. A pencil.
4. A desire to work and learn.
5. Enthusiasm!

Location: Poly High School

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm

It could be hot out so bring water (some kids bring a Camel Back) and dress for the weather.