Field Commander Auditions and Leadership Team Info
• Field Commander auditions will be held on Wednesday, April 24th immediately after school. For details and info click here
• If you are interested in applying for the 2024 Leadership Team, please submit a 1 page essay detailing why you think you should be chosen for the Leadership Team. A well written application essay should include: what band means to you, what makes for a good leader, and why you think you are a good leader.
In addition to your letter, your attendance, marching/playing ability, and attitude will be taken into consideration. If you plan to audition for Field Commander, you must submit a leadership essay. Please note in your essay that you want to be considered for Field Commander.
Letters are due no later than Friday, April 5th.
State Contest Info
When: April 26th
Where: Glenoak High School
Details: Symphonic Winds will depart PHS at 3:30PM with a performance time at 5:20PM. We should return to PHS around 7:30PM. Concert Band will depart PHS at 7:30PM with a performance time at 9:20PM. We should return around 11:00PM.
Come out and support your fantastic kids in the Perry Bands!
Band Scholarship
A reminder that the Perry Band Booster Scholarship form is due at the end of April. Application information is available on the booster tab of www.perryband.com
Bundt Cake Reminder
Prior to spring break, the order form went home for our Nothing Bundt Cake Sale. We ask that all order forms and money be returned by April 17th to ensure on time delivery at Bands In The Round May 2nd. We appreciate your support with this fundraiser!
Pre-District Concert and District Contest Information
• Monday March 4th at 7PM- Pre District Concert in the PHS Aux Gym. Doors open at 6:15. Winds should be in seats for pictures at 6:30, Concert Band pictures will be immediately after Winds pictures. Dress- Concert uniforms
• Friday March 8th- District Adjudicated Event at Lake HS: Doors open at 5:15PM. Depart PHS at 5:45PM- Concert Band will perform at 7:30PM, Winds will perform at 8:35PM. Both groups will have the opportunity to eat in the Lake cafeteria, so bring $$$ for concessions if you want them. We will arrive back at PHS at approx. 10PM
• We highly encourage family and friends to come hear both groups on Friday at Lake HS! The event is free and open to the public, and a strong showing of community support helps our kids perform even better!
Popcorn Fundraiser
A friendly reminder that all popcorn fundraiser orders/money need to be turned in by Wednesday, January 31st(tomorrow) Please give all envelopes to Mr. Kosar or Nick Presutti. Thank you for supporting the Perry Bands!
Solo and Ensemble Info
Solo and Ensemble is this Saturday at Massillon High School! Here are a few reminders-
- Plan to arrive with enough time to warm up and be prepared for your performance (30 minutes should be good). You may warm up in room A204
- Dress professionally and be courteous to your adjudicator! They want you to be successful!
- Remember that you represent the Perry Bands at all times. Act with class!
- Click here for a copy of performance times for each event
Solo and Ensemble Information
• Solo and Ensemble will be held on January 13th at Massillon HS. A full schedule will be available sometime during Christmas Break.
• The fee for each solo is $21 and the fee for each ensemble is $26 (ensemble fee is NOT per person). Checks should be made payable to the Perry Band Boosters.
• If your solo requires an accompanist, it is imperative that you secure an accompanist ASAP (ASAP=before you turn in your registration form) A list of available accompanists is on our website
• Registration forms are available in the main band room or by clicking here. All forms and fees must be turned in no later than December 11!
