Monroe High School Redhawk Regiment: 2014

Sunday, August 17, 2014

NEW DIRECTOR MEETING

STUDENTS,

IT HAS BEEN AN HONOR AND A PRIVILEGE TO KNOW YOU OVER THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS! I WANT ALL OF YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE WHAT KEEPS THE MHS REDHAWK REGIMENT ALIVE! YOU CAN MAKE YOUR BAND BETTER! YOU CAN STRIVE FOR SUPERIORITY ONCE AGAIN AS YOU CONTINUE YOUR MUSICAL JOURNEY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!

I AM HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE YOUR NEW BAND DIRECTOR MR. PATRICK BRYAN.

YOU SHOULD RECEIVE A CONNECT ED MESSAGE WITHIN THE NEXT DAY ABOUT IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MEETING MR. BRYAN. PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL AND WELCOME HIM TO OUR MONROE BAND FAMILY!

THERE IS NO PRACTICE TOMORROW 8-18-14. HOWEVER THERE WILL BE PRACTICE ON 8-21-14 AND A FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL GAME THIS WEEK! LEADERS HELP SMOOTH THE TRANSITION AND HELP MR. BRYAN THIS YEAR.

FINALLY I WANT EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM PROUD OF YOU! STAY STRONG AND BE PROUD TO BE A REDHAWK!

SINCERELY,

MR. GIBSON

Friday, August 1, 2014

Great Job So Far At Band Camp!!

Students I am happy with the progress we are making this week. Band Camp week one has been a great success. You have the opener on the field and there are no holes on the field! We have close to 55 marching band members!! Sectionals are running great. We are making great progress learning our music!
I am so happy that everyone is having fun learning our show for the 2014 marching band season.

REMEMBER WE WILL HAVE BAND CAMP WEEK 2 START ON MONDAY AT 8AM - 8PM THE WHOLE WEEK EXCEPT ON WEDNESDAY AUGUST 6TH WE WILL REHEARSE FROM 8AM - 3PM.

GO REDHAWK REGIMENT!!

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

REMINDER 6/24/14

STUDENTS I HOPE YOU ALL ARE ENJOYING YOUR SUMMER VACATION! PLEASE REMEMBER BAND CAMP BEGINS JULY 28TH AT 8 AM IN THE BAND ROOM!

YOU SHOULD GET ACCUSTOMED TO BEING OUTSIDE.
REMEMBER TO EAT BREAKFAST BEFORE EVERY REHEARSAL.

YOU WILL RECEIVE MORE INFORMATION IN THE MAIL WITHIN THE NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS. REST UP! ENJOY YOUR VACATION!

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS EMAIL MR. GIBSON AT nicholas.gibson@ucps.k12.nc.us OR CALL 803-619-9834.

LETS HAVE A GREAT YEAR! GO REDHAWK REGIMENT!

Thursday, June 5, 2014

STUDY FOR YOUR FINAL EXAMS!!

STUDENTS IT IS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! PLEASE STUDY FOR YOUR FINAL EXAMS! EVERY NIGHT YOU SHOULD STUDY A MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS. REMEMBER THIS EXAM IS 25%OF YOUR FINAL AVERAGE. GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF YOU DURING EXAM WEEK!!

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Class 6-4-14

SWBAT: review for final exam!
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music!
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep-Band Music!
SWBAT: perform solo and ensemble music!
SWBAT: review basic music theory! All HW is posted on the white board Daily. It is the students responsibility to practice Daily.

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Class 6/3/14

Monday, June 2, 2014

Class 6-2-14

Thursday, May 29, 2014

Class 5-29-14

SWBAT: review for final exam!
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music!
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep-Band Music!
SWBAT: Rehearse Ride!
SWBAT: Rehearse October!
SWBAT: perform solo and ensemble music!
SWBAT: review basic music theory! All HW is posted on the white board Daily. It is the students responsibility to practice Daily.

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Class 5-28-14

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Class 5-27-14

Friday, May 23, 2014

Class 5-23-14

SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music!
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep-Band Music!
SWBAT: Rehearse Ride!
SWBAT: Rehearse October!
SWBAT: perform solo and ensemble music!
SWBAT: review basic music theory! All HW is posted on the white board Daily. It is the students responsibility to practice Daily.

Thursday, May 22, 2014

Class 5-22-14

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Class 5-21-14

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Class 5-20-14

SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music!
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep-Band Music!
SWBAT: Rehearse Ride!
SWBAT: Rehearse October!

All HW is posted on the white board Daily. It is the students responsibility to practice Daily.

Monday, May 19, 2014

2014 Marching Band Music Is Now Posted

The 2014 Marching Band show is now posted in useful links. CLICK HERE to access the music for blue prints!!

Class 5-19-14

Spring Concert 2014 Part 2

Sunday, May 18, 2014

Spring Concert 5-15-14 (Jazz Band)

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Band Concert Tonight 5-15-14

STUDENTS PLEASE BE HERE AT 6PM IN CONCERT BLACK. THE CONCERT WILL START AT 7PM.

THE CONCERT IS FREE FOR ALL TO ENJOY!

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Band Concert Thursday 5-15-14

BAND CONCERT THIS THURSDAY!! 6PM CALL TIME. 7PM CONCERT! ATTIRE IS CONCERT BLACK!

Class 5-13-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: REHEARSE BLUE RIDGE SAGA (ALL)
SWBAT: REHEARSE Deer path dances (ALL)(CONCERT/SYMPHONIC)
SWBAT: REHEARSE Cumberland Cross (ALL)(SYMPHONIC)
SWBAT: REHEARSE Concert march. (ALL)(CONCERT/SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Monday, May 12, 2014

Congratulations Band Officers 2014-2015

Librarian - Caitln Boyer

Band Secretary - Zoe Branson

Guard Captain - Tiffany Zappata

Percussion Captain - Devonry Supria

Woodwind Captain - Akeria Massey

Brass Captain/ Band President - Brett Mader

Drum Major - Mariah McClendon

Friday, May 9, 2014

Class 5-9-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Thursday, May 8, 2014

Class 5-8-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Class 5-7-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Class 5-6-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Monday, May 5, 2014

Class 5-5-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Sunday, May 4, 2014

SEND IN YOUR BAND PICS!

STUDENTS IF YOU HAVE ANY NEW BAND PICTURES PLEASE SEND THEM TO MR. GIBSON AT nicholas.gibson@ucps.k12.nc.us

CAROWINDS PERFORMANCE 5-3-14

CONGRATULATIONS ON RECEIVING A SUPERIOR RATING AT THE CAROWINDS MUSIC FESTIVAL. OVERALL SCORE OF 93 OUT OF 100!!! GREAT JOB EVERYONE!! I AM EXTREMELY PROUD OF ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS!

Friday, May 2, 2014

Class 5-2-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Carowinds Itinerary 5-3-14

• Students arrive at MHS at 9:30am
• Bus will depart at 10:00am for South Point High School in Rock Hill SC.
• The symphonic band will warm up at 12:00pm (SPHS)
• The symphonic band performs at 12:35pm (free concert for the public)
• 12:45-1:00pm students will change into the appropriate attire for Carowinds. (dress for the weather)
• 1pm-1:30pm LUNCH (locations TBD)
• 2:00pm students will arrive at Carowinds
• 6:00pm Award Ceremony (Carowinds)
• 7:30pm Students depart from Carowinds
• 8:45pm-9:00pm Arrive at MHS

Please remember to be in concert black and bring a change of clothes for the park. Students should dress appropriately for the weather. If there are any questions on attire please see Mr. Gibson.
Please remember to bring money for lunch.
All students will be in groups throughout the day in the park. (up to 4ppl. In a group)
If you have any questions or concerns please email or call at your earliest convenience.

Nicholas Gibson Director of Bands Monroe High School 704-296-3130 Ext. 3770 803-619-9834 nicholas.gibson@ucps.k12.nc.us www.monroehighschoolband.blogspot.com

Class 5-1-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Class 4-30-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: rehearse carolina legend. (ALL)

SWBAT: rehearse by dawns early light (ALL)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Class 4-29-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (1-40)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Monday, April 28, 2014

Class 4-28-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (1-40)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Friday, April 25, 2014

Class 4-25-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (1-40)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Thursday, April 24, 2014

YARD SALE THIS SATURDAY 4-26-14

Please drop off your donated items to the band room for our annual yard sale. The yard sale will take place in the MHS stadium parking lot from 7am until...

CONCERT BAND REHEARSAL TONIGHT

Students there will be concert band rehearsal tonight from 5:30pm-7:00pm. This is optional for high school students. If you attend you will receive extra credit.

Class 4-24-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (1-40)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Class 4-23-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (1-40)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

YARD SALE THIS SATURDAY 4-26-14 BRING IN YOUR STUFF TO THE BAND ROOM ASAP!

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Class 4-22-14

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT.

SWBAT: rehearse ride (1-40)

SWBAT: rehearse activity march. (ALL)

SWBAT: SIGHTREAD NEW MUSIC. (SYMPHONIC)

SWBAT: REHEARSE PINE RIVER TRILOGY.(ALL)

SWBAT: PRACTICE SOLO AND ENSEMBLE MUSIC.

SWBAT: see white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

YARD SALE THIS SATURDAY 4-26-14 BRING IN YOUR STUFF TO THE BAND ROOM ASAP!