THAT WYLIE BUGLE

Spring Semester Week 3: Jan. 18-22

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Music . . . can name the unnameable and communicate the unknowable.

― Leonard Bernstein

All-State!

Congratulations to Sereen Elkhalid for being selected to the TMEA All-State Band. This is a rigorous process and she earned a spot as one of the best musicians in Texas.

Great job! We are all so proud of your accomplishment!

KEEP IT SAFE

Be diligent with your safety protocols.

Wear masks
Wash hands regularly
Keep distancing guidelines

WIND SYMPHONY

WIND SYMPHONY REHEARSAL BEGINS AT 8:20AM DAILY (after sectionals)

SECTIONAL SCHEDULE

Monday - NO SCHOOL
Tuesday - 7AM Oboe / Bassoon & Flute/ Clarinet
Wednesday - 7AM Horn / Trombone
Thursday - 7AM Trumpet / Bass Clarinet
Friday - 7AM Euphonium & Tuba / Saxophone

Everyone seated and warmed up by 7AM. We will all start in the band hall.

*If you are being quarantined, you will join Mr. Dixon's Google Meet for your sectional grade. This option is ONLY for quarantined students. Google Meet link is found on Google Classroom.

WIND ENSEMBLE

SECTIONAL SCHEDULE

Students are expected to arrive 10-15 minutes before the start of the sectional in order to get set up and warm up properly. After school sectionals- plan appropriately if coming from home for after-school traffic; in person students come to the band hall right after 7th period.

Tuesday 4:30-5:45pm- Bassoon/Bass Clarinet/Saxophone
Wednesday 7-8:15am- Flute/Oboe/Clarinet
Wednesday 7-8:15am- Percussion
Wednesday 4:30-5:45pm- Trumpet (CHANGE DUE TO MONDAY HOLIDAY)
Thursday 7-8:15am- Trombone
Thursday 4:30-5:45pm- Euphonium/Tuba
Friday 7-8:15am- Horn/Percussion

*If you are being quarantined, you will join Mr. Schroeder's Google Meet for your sectional grade. This option is ONLY for quarantined students. Google Meet link is found on Google Classroom.

Assignment Due Tuesday, January 19 in Google Classroom

Ensemble Rehearsal Plan (major grade)
I only mentioned this assignment (major grade) a little last week, so I have updated the due date to Tuesday, January 19. Please get with your ensembles members to make a rehearsal plan. EVERYONE needs to fill out the chart and submit in Google Classroom. https://classroom.google.com/c/MTE0MDMxNTI5NTA0/a/MjUwNTU5OTE4NTEy/details

SYMPHONIC WINDS

SECTIONAL SCHEDULE

Students are expected to arrive 10-15 minutes before the start of the sectional in order to get set up and warm up properly. The band hall will open at 6:30 AM.

Tuesday 7:00 AM- 7:45 AM Saxophones
Tuesday 7:45 AM- 8:30 AM Oboe/Bassoon
Wednesday 7:00 AM- 7:45 AM Horn
Wednesday 7:45 AM- 8:30 AM Flute
Thursday 7:00 AM- 8:15 AM Percussion
Thursday 7:45 AM- 8:30 AM Euphonium/Tuba
Friday 7:00 AM- 7:45 AM Trumpet
Friday 7:45 AM- 8:30 AM Trombone

*If you are being quarantined, you will join Mr. Lisko's Google Meet for your sectional grade. This option is ONLY for quarantined students. Google Meet link is found on Google Classroom.

SYMPHONIC BAND

Ensemble Rehearsals start this week
You have received 2 new pieces, and you will receive your march this week. Number measures and put in divider 8
We will split every day. Check the screen as you enter the band hall for all information.

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

SECTIONAL SCHEDULE

Students are expected to arrive 10-15 minutes before the start of the sectional in order to get set up and warm up properly. The band hall will open at 6:30 AM.

Tuesday 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM Symphonic Band Percussion
Tuesday 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Snare Line Ensemble
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM Wind Ensemble Percussion
Thursday 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM Symphonic Winds Percussion
Thursday 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Bass Line Ensemble
Friday 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM Wind Symphony & Wind Ensemble Percussion

*If you are being quarantined, you will join the Wylie HS Percussion Google Meet for your sectional grade. This option is ONLY for quarantined students. Google Meet link is found on Google Classroom.

TWB ONLINE

We will get in groups this week for our new collaboration ensemble project.
C & G scales are due this week.
New Collaboration Project Due Thursday

WINTER GUARD

2nd Payment Due was LAST WEDNESDAY 1/6/21

Rehearsal Monday 5-9pm
Rehearsal Thursday 6-9pm
Always have equipment and tape on you at rehearsals
Make sure to plan ahead for Solo & Ensemble! Registration will be available soon, and it always comes sooner than you think. Start preparing NOW!

UPCOMING EVENTS

1/21-23 School Musical - Les Miserables'
1/25 Band Booster Meeting @7PM via Zoom
2/20 UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest (in person or virtual)
2/22 Band Booster Meeting @7PM via Zoom
2/26 Incoming Freshmen Marching Workshop (current 8th graders & TWB leadership team)
3/8-12 Spring Break

BIRTHDAYS!

Tuesday - Alexia Figgous

Wednesday - Vicky Vuong

Thursday - Aidan Bosse

Sunday - Angel Cope | Sarah Roberge

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UPDATED INFORMATION - IRELAND TRIP/ ST. PATRICK'S FESTIVAL

In June of 2019 THAT WYLIE BAND was selected and invited by the St. Patrick's Festival adjudication committee to participate in the 2021 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin, Ireland. COVID-19 prevented the parade in 2020 and 2021, and our invitation has been moved to 2022. Below is updated information.

Date: March 12-18, 2022
Current 8-11 graders are eligible to participate
Cost is the same as it was last year
$250 discount if you join before February 26, 2021
Cost: $3,099 (includes applied discount). Click the TENTATIVE ITINERARY button below to see what is included in the cost.
For those currently paying on the trip, payments were suspended in August and will resume in November or December (depending on the date you had set up)

We hope you can join us on what promises to be an educational, fun, and life-changing adventure. Sign up for the trip BY FEBRUARY 26TH to take advantage of the $250 discount!

To register:

Visit www.worldstrides.com/register and enter Trip ID# 180177
OR call WorldStrides’ Customer Service Team at 855-843-3436 and reference Trip ID# 180177

There are many options for individual travel funding, including the Gift of Education program. Additionally, nearly $2 million is given each year in financial assistance through the FLAG program!

High School students traveling on a WorldStrides trip can earn FREE college credit!!

Please let me know if you have any questions. We are going to have an amazing musical experience in Ireland 2022!

OTHER THINGS

Charge your Chromebook and devices (phone or tablet) daily. You will use them a lot more this year.
Organize your GOOGLE CLASSROOMS
You can eat lunch down by the band hall just like normal. FRESHMEN...don't eat in the cafeteria, lots of us hang out and eat on either hallway of the band hall.
READ EMAILS - This is how your teachers are communicating.
CHECK YOUR GOOGLE CLASSROOM - Your assignments will be there.
BE ORGANIZED and have a plan for your success. It is YOUR education and it is up to YOU to advocate for yourself as you get older.
Know that WE LOVE YOU and are looking forward to an amazing Spring Semester!

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IN PERSON NORMS FOR BAND

Wear a mask.
Put personal items in your locker or on the shelves provided
Have your instrument
Have your band binder
Have your instrument case with you in rehearsal
Have both apps used by TWB: BAND APP / GOOGLE CLASSROOM
The instrument storage room must remain clear; however, you can hang out in the band hall & ensemble room before school.
Practice rooms will be used for lessons. There is a procedure for using practice rooms. Make sure your phone or device can scan a QR code.

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ONLINE NORMS FOR BAND

Have a music stand (we can check out one for you).
Have your instrument.
Have a stationary chair that does not rock or swivel.
Test your microphone for functionality.
You will use the Google Meet for your class. This is located in your GOOGLE CLASSROOM at the top left of the screen.
You will be on camera with all necessary items at the time class begins.
You will participate fully in class, to include playing and answering questions.
The expectation of rehearsal etiquette is the same for IN PERSON and ONLINE students.
Check out the remote learning video that WISD published to help you.