Summer Marching Band

Monday - Friday August 11 - 15, 5-9PM

FAQ:

  1. Who should do marching band - EVERYONE!!!!! - Although most of our band student are enrolled in marching band, about 1/3 come from the string orchestras. You can earn PE credit playing drums or learning a new wind instrument

  2. Why should I do marching band - because it’s fun!!!!!! We create the energy in the stands and perfrom popular music that excites the crowd

  3. Did you say I get PE credit - YES!!!!! You sign up for Marching Band INSTEAD of PE

  4. When does it meet - Tuesday/Thursday evenings 6-8 and 6-9 through October. November is TBD determined on playoffs.

  5. But what about all those Saturdays? We do not compete or rehearse on Saturdays. We have the busiest Fall concert program around, so marching band is about putting together a fun halftime show and providing energy in the crowd during football games. Your total commitment is T/TH evenings through October and 5 home football games (usually Fridays) plus playoffs.

  6. How do I fit marching band into my schedule? Easy - you just drop PE and add marching band. Since it doesn’t meet during the 0-6 school day (it’s a 7th period evening class), you get an open spot in your schedule. This is how you fit your concert group in. You can even have more electives if you choose a 0 period or take health over the summer.

  7. Can I just do marching band? No. Marching Band is an ‘extra’ to the core music program. You must be in concert band, wind ensemble, or one of the 3 string orchestras to participate in Marching Band.

  8. Last thoughts - some people are hesitant to join marching band as Freshmen. We have a high retention rate - meaning student who give it a try usually do it for 4 years. It’s the best way to spend time with friends, have fun, and do something meaningful on campus. It completes the music experience, and students who do marching band develop their musicianship much faster than those who only do concert groups. If you’re unsure, come to the camp and give it a shot for a year. You won’t regret it.

  9. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. McElroy at drmcelroy@capousd.org

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