1. We will ONLY be meeting on Wednesday from 8:00-10:30. It is going to be a crash review & cleaning session. COME PREPARED. We have our first parade on Saturday, June 21st and with everyone gone for girls camp Monday through Thursday next week, we need to make sure everyone is ready.
2. Be sure to watch these videos and be ready to clean all three routines.
Summer Choreography Links:
Choreography link for routine #1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUmzfiHDels&feature=youtu.be
Choreography link for routine #2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kt0_AUgF2y8
Provo Parade Performance Videos:
Video #1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akF2XJbat1M&feature=em-upload_owner
Video #2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFVYJl5c5eQ&feature=em-upload_owner
Video #3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiSE9o7a7sE&feature=em-upload_owner
Video #4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qeY5Sq6dTQ&feature=em-upload_owner
3. Check out the sizing on our new warm ups and tshirts and decide what size you want. If you are borderline, ORDER THE LARGER SIZE. We will be wearing the team shirts and warm ups a lot this year and they need to fit. These will be ordered next week.
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Friday, May 2, 2014
Step-Off Meeting 2014!
Email from band director, Mr. Roberts:
We are excited to announce our Marching Band Step-Off Meeting will be on May 8th, 2014 at 6:00 pm in the SFHS Band Room. We expect to have A LOT of people in attendance. All current 7th graders, 8th graders, 9th graders, Sophomores, and Juniors are invited to attend. Please arrive promptly so we can begin on time and get you all the information you want/need.
Information to expect from this meeting:
What is Marching Band?
What is Parade Band?
What will I wear during rehearsal?
What will I wear during performances?
What do I need to bring on my first day?
Can I rent an instrument? How?
How much does Marching Band cost?
How can fundraising completely cover the cost?
Who are the student leaders?
Who are the staff members?
What music will we be performing this year?
What are the dates for rehearsals and performances?
How do I communicate with Mr. Roberts and the other Band Parents?
How can I help the band and the students?
Why is Marching Band an awesome experience for every student involved?
Fliers will be sent home with your students next week to remind you of the date and time. Please make every effort to be in attendance. We are anxious to start on the left foot (marching band pun) so we can put together a great musical experience for every student involved.
All the Best,
Mr. Roberts
Please forward this message to any interested student or parent.
We are excited to announce our Marching Band Step-Off Meeting will be on May 8th, 2014 at 6:00 pm in the SFHS Band Room. We expect to have A LOT of people in attendance. All current 7th graders, 8th graders, 9th graders, Sophomores, and Juniors are invited to attend. Please arrive promptly so we can begin on time and get you all the information you want/need.
Information to expect from this meeting:
What is Marching Band?
What is Parade Band?
What will I wear during rehearsal?
What will I wear during performances?
What do I need to bring on my first day?
Can I rent an instrument? How?
How much does Marching Band cost?
How can fundraising completely cover the cost?
Who are the student leaders?
Who are the staff members?
What music will we be performing this year?
What are the dates for rehearsals and performances?
How do I communicate with Mr. Roberts and the other Band Parents?
How can I help the band and the students?
Why is Marching Band an awesome experience for every student involved?
Fliers will be sent home with your students next week to remind you of the date and time. Please make every effort to be in attendance. We are anxious to start on the left foot (marching band pun) so we can put together a great musical experience for every student involved.
All the Best,
Mr. Roberts
Please forward this message to any interested student or parent.
Friday, April 18, 2014
SFHS Leadership Application 2014
Don't Forget!
Leadership interviews and auditions will run from 2:00-3:00 on Wednesday, April 23rd in the SFHS Band Room.
.....
Spanish Fork High School Color Guard
Leadership Application 2014
1. Leadership position(s) you're interested in- rank them from 1-4, 1 being your first choice:
___ Captain ___Squad leader ___Head majorette ___ Equipment manager
2. Are you willing to serve in any leadership capacity offered?
3. Previous color guard experience. Please include when and where. Feel free to include dance and theatrical experiences on the back of this paper.
4. What other activities are you currently enrolled in or plan to participate in during the Summer and/or Fall 2014 seasons (June- October)? Will this additional activity (or activities) interfere with attendance at rehearsals, running sectionals or any performances? Use the back if more space is needed.
5. Do you have any other major conflicts that will limit your attendance at rehearsals, camps or performances? Use the back is more space is needed.
6. Be prepared to answer any of the following or similar questions during the interview. How should a member of the student leadership handle conflict within the section? What does “integrity” mean in the context of color guard and marching band? How do you work with others under- particularly those you may not “like?”
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Summer/Fall Leadership Auditions 2014
To ALL Returning Members for Summer & Fall 2014:
Leadership auditions are coming! In years past, we have had an informal review of leadership as we have moved from season to season. Beginning this year with our evolving band program, we, along with ALL OF THE BAND LEADERSHIP POSITIONS, will be having formal auditions/re-auditions.
ANY student who has participated in any season (Summer, Fall or Winter Guard) is eligible to audition/interview. Captain preference will be given to a student who has participated in a Summer & Fall season.
Available Leadership Positions for the 2014 Summer/Fall Seasons:
1. Guard Captain
2. Squad Leader (assists the captain & coach; may specialize in weapons, dance or baton)
3. Possible 2nd Squad Leader (if we have a team of 10 or more)
4. Equipment Manager (responsible for making sure equipment is cared for, inventoried and gets to shows)
Guard Leadership Auditions/Application process
1- Fill out leadership Application. This includes information such as: previous experience, other activities you're planning on being involved in during Summer/Fall, how you work with others and short essay on what integrity means in the context of band/color guard leadership. This will be available soon.
2- Attend the leadership training (mentioned in the email he sent last week) provided by Mr. Roberts. 4/3, 4/4, 4/15, 4/16, 4/17, 4/18 7:00-7:40 am in Mr. Roberts Office. Some of these dates after spring break may be unnecessary for the guard as they will involve learning to conduct music. The dates will be noted and removed when that information is available.
3- Participate in a short interview with Sarah & Mr. Roberts
4- Perform one version of the parade routine for Sarah & Mr. Roberts. Videos linked on the Video Page.
Leadership auditions are coming! In years past, we have had an informal review of leadership as we have moved from season to season. Beginning this year with our evolving band program, we, along with ALL OF THE BAND LEADERSHIP POSITIONS, will be having formal auditions/re-auditions.
ANY student who has participated in any season (Summer, Fall or Winter Guard) is eligible to audition/interview. Captain preference will be given to a student who has participated in a Summer & Fall season.
Available Leadership Positions for the 2014 Summer/Fall Seasons:
1. Guard Captain
2. Squad Leader (assists the captain & coach; may specialize in weapons, dance or baton)
3. Possible 2nd Squad Leader (if we have a team of 10 or more)
4. Equipment Manager (responsible for making sure equipment is cared for, inventoried and gets to shows)
Guard Leadership Auditions/Application process
1- Fill out leadership Application. This includes information such as: previous experience, other activities you're planning on being involved in during Summer/Fall, how you work with others and short essay on what integrity means in the context of band/color guard leadership. This will be available soon.
2- Attend the leadership training (mentioned in the email he sent last week) provided by Mr. Roberts. 4/3, 4/4, 4/15, 4/16, 4/17, 4/18 7:00-7:40 am in Mr. Roberts Office. Some of these dates after spring break may be unnecessary for the guard as they will involve learning to conduct music. The dates will be noted and removed when that information is available.
3- Participate in a short interview with Sarah & Mr. Roberts
4- Perform one version of the parade routine for Sarah & Mr. Roberts. Videos linked on the Video Page.
Saturday, March 15, 2014
In response to questions I have received recently, here is some information regarding the last two weeks of the 2014 season, grading and future leadership.
Scheduling:
Several weeks ago, during a Wednesday rehearsal we discussed adjusting the Friday rehearsal time to right after school like Wednesdays, 3:00-5:30.The consensus was that that would be a positive change for the team for the remainder of the season and was set. Rehearsal spaces were rescheduled and are listed on the SFHS school website (facilities calendar).
Grades:
Following the same rules as Summer & Fall guard and band, absences are required to be requested and approved three days before. 3 unexcused tardies are equal to an unexcused absence. 3 unexcused absences will result in a full letter grade drop. An unexcused performance/competition absence results in an automatic failing grade. 50% of the grade is attendance.
1 written critique is also part of the grade. Each student is required to do a paragraph critiquing themselves (noting the good things and things that the individual can work on) and the team. This assignment is worth 25% of the grade.
20% was originally going to be pass-off scores with 5% going to attitude and effort, but we decided that we would rather give more credit for attitude and effort. The final 25% of the grade is attitude and effort.
***Anyone who is interested in getting full credit for the season and currently has unexcused absences will need to write 3 critiques rather than 1 and bring a signed note stating the student has completed an additional 2 hour practice time on their own time.
Future leadership:
Leadership positions are reevaluated each season in color guard, just like in the bands. Leadership positions are decided based on previous experience, leadership skills and spinning/performance abilities. This decision is made with the band director.
We have, as a staff, tried to be as accommodating as possible this season with absences, leaving early, arriving late and canceling when most of the team will be unavailable and are continuing to try to be accommodating with the simple makeup assignments for those who are enrolled in the class and/or hoping to receive academic credit for the season.
Scheduling:
Several weeks ago, during a Wednesday rehearsal we discussed adjusting the Friday rehearsal time to right after school like Wednesdays, 3:00-5:30.The consensus was that that would be a positive change for the team for the remainder of the season and was set. Rehearsal spaces were rescheduled and are listed on the SFHS school website (facilities calendar).
Grades:
Following the same rules as Summer & Fall guard and band, absences are required to be requested and approved three days before. 3 unexcused tardies are equal to an unexcused absence. 3 unexcused absences will result in a full letter grade drop. An unexcused performance/competition absence results in an automatic failing grade. 50% of the grade is attendance.
1 written critique is also part of the grade. Each student is required to do a paragraph critiquing themselves (noting the good things and things that the individual can work on) and the team. This assignment is worth 25% of the grade.
20% was originally going to be pass-off scores with 5% going to attitude and effort, but we decided that we would rather give more credit for attitude and effort. The final 25% of the grade is attitude and effort.
***Anyone who is interested in getting full credit for the season and currently has unexcused absences will need to write 3 critiques rather than 1 and bring a signed note stating the student has completed an additional 2 hour practice time on their own time.
Future leadership:
Leadership positions are reevaluated each season in color guard, just like in the bands. Leadership positions are decided based on previous experience, leadership skills and spinning/performance abilities. This decision is made with the band director.
We have, as a staff, tried to be as accommodating as possible this season with absences, leaving early, arriving late and canceling when most of the team will be unavailable and are continuing to try to be accommodating with the simple makeup assignments for those who are enrolled in the class and/or hoping to receive academic credit for the season.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
2014 Winter Guard Is Here!
Here is the information sheet given out at the information meeting on November 13th.
Welcome
to the 2014 SFHS Winter Guard program!
Director: Assistant:
Sarah Nasson Tammira Mathison
Sarah Nasson Tammira Mathison
603-540-9570
Who
can participate: ANYONE
under the age of 18 who has not graduated from high school who lives
in the SFHS boundaries. Students will be required to sign a contract
agreeing to attend rehearsals & competitions, know their work,
pay their fees on time and have a “C” average in order to
maintain eligibility. (9th grade +)
What
is winter guard?
It is the Sport of the Arts. Indoor guard is a very competitive version of fall guard.
It is the Sport of the Arts. Indoor guard is a very competitive version of fall guard.
How
much does it cost?: We
do not receive funding for our winter guard program and are
completely self-sustaining. The cost of participation depends
entirely on the number of participants we have. Our operating costs
for an extremely basic 2014 program is $2,425. We are not charging
for uniforms or equipment use. However, if a student loses, breaks or
destroys a piece of equipment, that student will be responsible for
an appropriate repair or replacement.
What
is the time commitment?
November
is odd as we're getting things going and focusing on providing a
solid training. Plan on rehearsals being Wednesdays from 3:00-5:30 in
the cafeteria at SFHS and from 6:00-8:30 in the D gym at SFHS. Our
times were determined in an attempt to accommodate as many scout, YW,
4H and family plans as well as when we could get use of the
appropriate facilities. The rehearsal and competition schedule will
be posted on our blog (sfwinterguard.blogspot.com) and on our brand
new SFHS facebook page (SFHS Color Guard).
November:
November:
15th:
3:15-5:45 (Beginning clinic: flag & dance basics)
18th:
3:30-6:00 (Drill/blocking rehearsal)
20th:
3:00-5:30 (Dance rehearsal)
22nd:
4:00-6:30 (Review drill and dance, add flag training & section 3
choreography-16 counts)
26th:
3:30-8:00 (Review, add section 1 choreography- 50 counts)
Lesson
plans/rehearsal goals are also going to be posted this year.
If
I have a problem with you or the way you handled something, who else
can I talk to?
Clint
Roberts (clint.roberts@nebo.edu)
is the guy I get to report to. If you don't like something I've done,
choice I've made or color of my socks, you can talk to him. I do ask
that you email or call me first so we can try to understand each
other before bothering him.
When
and Where are the competitions?Call
& Performance times TBA
January:
18th:
Evaluation Show
Vista
Heights JH (Behind West Lake HS)
February:
1st:
Bear River HS
Garland,
UT
15th:
Westlake HS
Saratoga
Springs
22nd:
West HS
SLC
March:
8th:
American Fork HS
22nd:
Lone Peak HS
American
Fork
29th:
State Championships
AFHS
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Optional Warm Ups
As requested, here is the link to the warm up jackets the 2012 fall color guard and 2013 winter guard purchased. If anyone else is interested in ordering, go ahead and go directly through Amazon. If we have a few people interested, I can look into getting them embroidered nicely like so many of the other groups in the school have. These are not required but they will be very nice to have at the cold competitions.
http://www.amazon.com/Adidas-Womens-Lightweight-Trefoil-Jacket/dp/B0065MYRN8/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Also- check out the updated calendars. We received the locations for winter guard competitions and those have been added.
http://www.amazon.com/Adidas-Womens-Lightweight-Trefoil-Jacket/dp/B0065MYRN8/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Also- check out the updated calendars. We received the locations for winter guard competitions and those have been added.
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