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All documents listed are in .pdf format unless otherwise listed.
Updated 4/2/09
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Band Boosters Constitution and Bylaws
**Continue to practice #127 (Variations on a Theme by Mozart), #131 (Symphony No. 9), and The Last Dragon. Remember these key practice tips:
Even just 20 minutes of practice a day can dramatically improve your skills!
Practice Break Down:
-5 minute Warm-Up (scales on pg. 42, favorite Red Book song, etc.)
-10 minute Practice (pick ONE SMALL SECTION of music as your goal…don’t always start at the beginning!)
-5 minute Cool-Down (play through familiar material to keep it fresh)
Our final concert of the year will be THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd at 7:00 pm at CPMS. Keep practicing and see you there!
Thanks for your continued support! Ms. Perry can be contacted at (708) 720-9734 (direct line to the band office) or jperry@dist159.com with any questions, comments, or concerns.
November 2008-Beginning Band Calendar December 2008-Beginning Band Calendar
Jazz Band rehearsals are before school on Monday and Wednesday mornings, starting at 7:00AM.
Congratulations to the CPMS Jazz Band for a terrific gig at Borders, on March 20th. They performed an hour long set for family and community members and had a great time doing it! Thanks so much to all who came out to listen and show your support!
Final Jazz Band Performance of the year will be on Thursday, April 23rd, at 7:00 pm at CPMS.
Congratulations to the CPMS Cadet Band on two great Contest performances this past March! We will be performing Westchester March, Celtic Air and Dance, and Ancient Voices for the SPRING CONCERT on Thursday, April 23rd, at 7:00 pm at CPMS. Please continue to bring your instruments home and practice!
Our Spring Trip to Great America in Gurnee, IL will take place Friday, May 8th-Saturday, May 9th. ALL FINAL TRIP PAYMENTS ARE DUE BY APRIL 9th (last day before Spring Break). Trip information packets are available in the band room for your student to take home, or please contact Ms. Perry at (708) 720-9734 or jperry@dist159.com.
Our first performance will be at our upcoming December 11th concert!
Please be aware of our Frozen Foods fundraiser. There are many delicious frozen items for sale, in addition to kitchen/cooking goods as well. Cheesecakes, pizza, Italian dippers, cookies, etc. will make a great addition to your holiday party this season! We are asking for 100% participation in this fundraiser!! Order forms and money are due on November 11th (No late forms/money accepted). Please see Ms. Morgan, Mr. Jensen, or Ms. Perry with any additional questions.
Congratulations to the CPMS Concert Band on three wonderful Contest performances during the month of March. For our spring concert, we’ll be performing Coast Guards March, Dillon’s Flight, and Blue Mountain Legend.
Our Spring Trip to Six Flags in St. Louis, MO will take place Friday, May 1st-Sunday, May 3rd. ALL FINAL TRIP PAYMENTS ARE DUE BY APRIL 9th (last day before Spring Break). Trip information packets are available in the band room for your student to take home, or please contact Mr. Jensen at (708) 720-9734 or djensen@dist159.com.
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