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9th GRADE BAND CLASS REGISTRATION

• Which band class should I register for?   Sign up for "Instrumental Music: Band Intermediate" for BOTH SEMESTERS.  This is the Concert Band class.  Do not sign up for Beginning Band, because you are not a beginner.

• How do I register for Concert Band?  Concert Band ("Instrumental Music: Band Intermediate") is an elective class.  You register for it when you register for all of your high school classes.

• Can I take Concert Band and also be in A.P. classes so that my college application is competitive?  Yes.  Students do this every year.  You can do it.  See an example of a schedule here that includes band and all the other classes you need.  In fact, to be competitive with your college application, you need to be in leadership roles in extracurricular activities.  Band, especially Marching Band, is an opportunity to do that.  Band makes you more competitive, not less competitive.

• I have other questions.  Cool.  Check out www.SandersonBand.com or email Mr. Townley at MJTownley@wcpss.net 

MARCHING BAND REGISTRATION

• Is Concert Band class the same thing as Marching Band?  No.  They are two completely separate things.  Concert Band is a class, but Marching Band is an extracurricular (after school) activity.  Like how gym is a class, but football is an extracurricular activity.

• Is Marching Band a class?  No.  Concert Band is a class, but Marching Band is an extracurricular (after school) activity.

• Is Marching Band required if I want to play in the Concert Band?  No.  But it is really fun and you should do it. 

• What are the requirements for Marching Band?  You must be enrolled in a band class like Concert Band in order to be in the Marching Band.  You must also attend the summer band camp (no it is not an overnight camp).  There is also a "fair share" registration $$ fee.

• How do I sign up for Marching Band?  How much $$ is the registration fee?  Go to https://www.sandersonband.com/registration 

• When is the summer Marching Band camp?  Go to https://www.sandersonband.com/band-camp 

• I have other questions.  Cool.  Check out www.SandersonBand.com or email Mr. Townley at MJTownley@wcpss.net 

MARCHING BAND COLOR GUARD

Colorguard is a section of marching band. Guard members spin flags and rifles, and they are the  section most responsible for visual flair in a marching band show. As Sanderson does not have a  dance program, this is the perfect place for students with dance experience to find their niche in the Sanderson community. In addition to participation in fall marching band, colorguard students  are given the opportunity in the spring to participate in an indoor competitive season called  Winterguard.  Sign up to dance in the band Color Guard at https://www.sandersonband.com/registration 

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

The Sanderson band program has a vibrant Band Boosters organization, and they need your help.  Learn more at https://www.sandersonband.com/boosters 

Friday, October 17, is Sanderson High School Marching Band "Futures Night"!!!  

What is it?

Our 8th grade band students have been invited to play with the Sanderson High School Marching Band at a home football game! 

This annual band event, called "Futures Night", is an opportunity for our students to see what band is like in high school, make new friends, and have a lot of fun together at the football game. Every year, the kids who participate have told me "I can't wait to do band in high school now, that was so much fun!"  I hope you will make plans for your child to participate.

There will be a free pizza party supper for the participating band students, and their admission to the game is free.  Family and friends would have to purchase a ticket to the football game if they want to attend the game.  

What do I need to do right now?

Register by October 9 through THIS LINK.

What do I need to do before October 17?

Band students do not need a ticket to the game, but friends and family do. 
You can purchase your ticket through THIS LINK.

What do I need to do on October 17 ?

Band students should arrive at Sanderson between 4:30 - 4:45  

Where?

Here...

What is the schedule?

4:30 - 4:50     Parents, check in your child with the Band Boosters in the main Sanderson HS parking lot, not the stadium lot.

5:00                Band practice.

5:30                Pizza!

6:30                Line up to march into the stadium

6:45                March into the stadium, play the national anthem

9:30                The football game is usually over at about 9:30

What should students wear?

Wear Sanderson HS colors, if you can: red, black, royal blue. 
Watch the weather forecast, it might get cold.

What stuff should students bring to the game?

Instrument.
Music papers.  Do not bring your Carroll music folder because you will probably lose it.
Clothes pins or binder clips to keep your papers from blowing away (optional).
Jacket, maybe.  Watch the weather forecast.
$$ cash for junk food from the concession stand (optional).

Are parents required to attend the game?

No.

Can we leave the game early?

Students can leave after the halftime show if they need to.  This usually means about 8:30.  But students need to check out with Mr. Dickson or the Band Boosters parents so that we know they are safe.

Where is the music we are going to play?

National Anthem and Fight Song easy mode  ---- Video to help you practice

Sheet music from Sanderson