Eagle Band Family Newsletter

There is a LOT of information here, yet ALL of it pertains directly to our awesome band family! Please take plenty of time to read through the entire document as there are helpful links and resources throughout!

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In this issue:

1. High School News (LNHS)
2. Middle School News (HMS, SVMS)
3. Boosters/Fundraising Update
4. Upcoming Performances/Events
5. Director Wish List
6. Senior Spotlight
7. Upcoming Auditions/Opportunities/Camps/etc.
8. Directors Do Things, Too!
9. Contact Information and Helpful Links

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Do you like building or fixing things? Are you good with accounting? Do you enjoy data entry and logistics? Are you experienced in a non-profit sector? Are you an expert in website or graphic design? Are you willing simply to show up and help with whatever needs done for the students? We want to know!

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Congratulations to all of the LN band students who performed with the KC Metro District #3 All-District Band last month!

Congratulations to Mr. Woods...he was moved from a 1/2-time teaching position to full-time over the break! He will travel mainly between SVMS and HMS, while also helping out in the mornings at LNHS.

(Here he is conducting the LN Symphonic Band at the winter concert.)

The Liberty North Band Boosters are a group of parent/guardian/supportive adult volunteers, organized to:

• Support the students, directors, staff, and families.
• Create a sense of community and encourage parent/guardian and student engagement in band and guard activities.
• Raise funds to financially support band and guard programs.
• Promote the program within the community.

The Boosters support ALL of our Band Family, grades 6-12.

Please contact Booster President Amy Konkle with questions, ideas, or to find out ways to get involved! libertynorthband@gmail.com. Please see section 9 of this newsletter ("Contact Information") for information on joining their Remind messaging group!

Monday, January 8 - VIRTUAL

Monday, February 5

Monday, March 4

Monday, April 1

Check the band website for updates/changes!

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Also called "individual accounts," these exist to provide students and families opportunities to raise, store, and spend funds for band-related purchases/fees/trip expenditures while a student is enrolled within the Eagle Bands program at LNHS. The SFAs are still relatively new, so please be patient as we continue to work out the 'kinks.'

Click here to view a detailed explanation of the SFAs. This was the policy originally approved by the district, but currently is undergoing revision by the Boosters and Directors.

Click here to submit parent/guardian contact information for your student(s). Information submitted through this form will only be used by Band Boosters to communicate Student Financial Account (SFA) balance and reimbursement information.

Click here to access the updated form used to request usage/transfer of SFA funds.

Questions? Please contact Booster President Amy Konkle (libertynorthband@gmail.com), or one of our Co-Treasurers Julianne Hemphill or Crissy Patterson (lnbandtreasurer@gmail.com).

• Tues., Jan. 9 - Gold pep band (6:00 p.m. call time)
• Fri., Jan. 12 - Navy pep band (6:30 p.m. call time)
• Mon., Jan. 15 - Gold pep band (6:30 p.m. call time)
• Sat., Jan. 20 - High School All-District Orchestra performance (including several LN Band folks!)
• Mon., Jan. 22 - Navy pep band (6:30 p.m. call time)
• Tues., Jan. 23 - Gold pep band (6:30 p.m. call time)
• Wed.-Sat., Jan. 24-27 - All-State Band rehearsals and performance
• Tues., Jan. 30 - Navy pep band (6:30 p.m. call time)
• Thurs., Feb. 1 - Gold pep band (6:30 p.m. call time)
• Mon., Feb. 5 - Band Booster meeting (7:00 p.m. in the LNHS band room)
• Mon., Feb. 12 - LN Solo/Ensemble playoff (3:30-5:30 p.m.)
• Wed., Feb. 21 - Band-O-Rama, featuring all of the Eagle Bands (7:00 p.m. in the LN Field House)

• New Eagle Band attire for the Directors/Coaches/Staff - Help us dress for success! (We cannot use our school budget money for this, so we would welcome funding for new polo shirts, matching staff jackets, hats, etc.)

• Recruitment wristbands, stickers, candy, etc. - Cost varies by unit (contact Kelsee.Gardner@lps53.org to help with bracelets and/or stickers!)

• Gift cards - The Boosters/Directors can always use gift cards to local stores to benefit students for trips, special events, performances, equipment, etc. (e.g., Walmart, Target, Hy-Vee, Price Chopper, Amazon, etc.)

• Vending machine for LNHS band room (to include reeds, oil, marching gloves, flip folder pages, etc.) - Cost unknown

• Semi trailer for transporting instruments, uniforms, etc. - Cost unknown

• Scholarship funding for HMS/SVMS/LNHS students - specifically, funds for summer band camps, honor ensemble participation, private lessons fees, etc. (These are NOT currently in place, so we would be looking for someone to help create them AND acquire ongoing funding for them.)

• Korg TM-60BK Tuner/Metronome Combo - approx. $30 each (goal = 25 units)

• New 6' silver flag poles for the guard - approx. $500-600 for 30 poles

• Two tarp carts for winter guard floor tarps - approx. $250 each

Favorite band memory - "My favorite moment was the first time we when grand champ at Cameron. There was some much excitement and joy and it was a great memory to share with many of my friends."

Something interesting/unique about me - "I have a twin brother who’s in choir and orchestra."

Accomplishments/accolades/awards - "I made honorable mention once and jazz alternate once. I’ve gotten outstanding for both solos I’ve done and exemplary for the trio I did. I’ve attended events at William Jewell such as Windfest and Tromboneopolis. I was selected to participate in the all junior band at Mizzou and I’ve earned outstanding soloist for multiple jazz events. I’ve lettered in band every single year I’ve been in it as well as academics and I’ve lettered in orchestra twice."

Instrument(s)/Equipment - Tuba/Sousaphone

Favorite band memory - "The first competition in Sedalia of my Sophomore year, I was on the curb sitting with two close friends of mine: Nick and Carter. Eventually a wasp landed on Nick, and his response was to grab it and throw it at Carter who I remember cowering behind me in fear. It's still the funniest thing I've ever witnessed."

Something interesting/unique about me - "I am a board games enthusiast and collector."

Other Info - "I am an Eagle Scout."

Northwinds Symphonic Band Young Artist Concerto Competition

The Northwinds Symphonic Band has an annual Concerto Competition for students in grades 9-12. The winner of this competition not only gets to perform with this semi-professional band on one of their concerts, but they also win a cash prize of $1,000.00! (Dr. Doss has had 4 former students win this competition over the years, though I take ZERO credit for their success in this event! I say this only to let you know it is VERY possible to win!)

Information may be found here. Deadline is January 24, 2024.

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Northland Symphony Youth Orchestra and Sinfonia

www.northlandsymphony.org/youth

Youth Symphony of Kansas City

https://youthsymphonykc.org/

Fountain City Youth Brass Academy

https://fcyba.net/

Community Arts Academy (lessons) - www.mnu.edu/caa

Woodwind Day (Jan. 20) - www.mnu.edu/woodwind

Mr. Dragen is performing at the Warwick Theatre in the Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre production of "Judgment at Nuremberg" (discounted tickets available if you purchase using the code in the photo)

Over the break, Dr. Doss had numerous performances around town. Perhaps the most meaningful was playing trumpet trios with his father-in-law (who also happens to be his former high school orchestra director) and his son!

Mr. Fuller, Mr. Dragen, and Dr. Doss attended the Midwest International Band & Orchestra Clinic in Chicago. They heard some of the top ensembles from around the world, as well as attended clinics on teaching strategies, rehearsal techniques, and much more!

LNHS Band Website - libertynorthband.org

• LNHS Concert Band (all grades) - @ln2hr2324
• LNHS Seniors - @lnband24
• LNHS Juniors - @lnband25
• LNHS Sophomores - @lnband26
• LNHS Freshmen - @lnband27
• LNHS Varsity Guard - @lnvguard

Remind Codes for Band Boosters

• 23-24 Juniors, Seniors - @lnhsbandb2
• 23-24 Sophomores - @lnhsbb2026
• 23-24 Freshmen - @lnhsbb2027
• 23-24 8th Grade - @lnhsbb2028

LNHS Wind Symphony

Screaming Eagles Marching Band

Screaming Eagles Drumline and Percussion Ensemble

Screaming Eagles Pep Band

Screaming Eagles Jazz Band

LNHS Musical Pit Orchestra Director

Email: Michaelshane.Fuller@lps53.org
Website: libertynorthband.org
Phone: (816) 736-5500 (2259)

Instrumental Music

LNHS, HMS, SVMS

LPS MS Honor Symphony Founder & Conductor

MMEA State Band Vice President

MMEA District #3 President-elect

Email: Justin.Doss@lps53.org
Website: libertynorthband.org
Phone: (816) 736-5500 (2698)
Twitter: @LNDrDoss

Email: Michael.Dragen@lps53.org
Location: Heritage Middle School, Liberty, MO, USA
Phone: (816) 736-5380 (2296)

Email: Kelsee.Gardner@lps53.org
Location: South Valley Middle School, Midjay Drive, Liberty, MO, USA
Phone: (816) 736-7180 (2167)

Email: Christian.Woods@lps53.org