May 12 IMA Newsletter

GENERAL:

• NEW: Canteen Sign Up Genius - Memorial Day & Graduation
• Orchestra spring concert information
  
• Memorial Day Parade information
• SAVE THE DATE: EAHS Graduation (Friday, June 07)
• Percussion Clinic (June 10 - 11)
• Private Lessons information
• 2024 - 2025 Summer/Fall Calendar
  

FUNDRAISING:

• Leave a Legacy Campaign - current total: $9,500!
• Business Sponsorship Information
• RaiseRight Fundraising Opportunity

THIS WEEK:

Monday, May 13 - A DAY:

Tuesday, May 14 - A DAY:

• Marching Band rehearsal, 3:00 - 5:00p
• Asynchronous Instruction/Keystone Exam Day

Wednesday, May 15 - B DAY:

• Orchestra council - set stage @ 6:30a
• Orchestra dress rehearsal, 6:00 - 8:00p

Thursday, May 16 - B DAY:

• Marching Band rehearsal, 3:00 - 5:00p
• Asynchronous Instruction/Keystone Exam Day

Friday, May 17 - A DAY:

• Spring Orchestra concert, 7:00p (report @ 5:30p)
• Drum Major Conducting Auditions (during Block 01)

Saturday, May 18:

• EAHS Prom

NEXT WEEK:

Monday, May 20:

• State of Easton (jazz band performance), report @ 4:45p (start at 5:30p) - semi formal attire

Tuesday, May 21:

• Band Council, 6:40a
• Marching Band rehearsal, 3:00 - 5:00p
• Senior Recital Dress Rehearsal, 5:30 - 8:00p

Wednesday, May 22:

• Senior Recital, 7:00p (students report @ 6:00p)

Thursday, May 23:

• Freddy Awards Ceremony

Friday, May 24:

• Guard captain auditions, 3:00 - 6:00p

Stay up to date by viewing our online calendar on our website!

We are looking for donations of snacks & water for upcoming Memorial Day & Graduation rehearsals/events. If you are interested in donating, please click on this link here.

Below is a list of concerts/events upcoming in the next few weeks:

Wednesday, May 15: Spring Orchestra concert rehearsal

Location: EAHS Auditorium

Time: 6:00 - 8:00p

Friday, May 17: Spring Orchestra Concert

Location: EAHS Auditorium

Time: 7:00p (students report @ 5:30p)

Attire: Tuxedos & gowns

REMINDER TO BRING THE FOLLOWING FOR YOUR UNIFORMS:

For tuxes: plain white t-shirt, gym shorts, long black socks, black orchestra shoes
For gowns: black orchestra shoes, tank top and gym shorts (recommended)
Chamber Strings and Jazz Band members: bring garment bags to return all uniform components after the concert.

Wednesday, May 22: Senior Recital

Location: EAHS Auditorium

Time: 7:00p (students report @ 6:00p)

Monday, May 27: Memorial Day Parade

See information below

Graduation will take place on Friday, June 07 (rain date: Saturday, June 08). All marching band instrumentalists will perform at the event.

Please see the details below. More information will be coming out in the next few weeks.

Attire: Red band jacket, black band pants, long black socks, clean white band shoes

Report to Cottingham: 3:30p

What will we play: Stand songs & graduation music (pomp & circumstance, etc.)

Graduation Rehearsal for ALL 9 - 12 instrumentalists: Tuesday, June 04 (3:00 - 5:00 PM)

With a new year, it is a great opportunity to begin private lessons! These are a wonderful chance to work individually with a teacher and work specifically on items you/your student may be wanting to focus on.

Finding the right teacher is crucial in order for this to be a success! Someone who works well with one student may not work well with another.

Take a moment to review this list of private instructors in the area. If you are interested in starting lessons, don't hesitate to reach out for more information!

Private Lesson Teacher List

Please see this document for a tentative listing of all summer dates for instrumental ensembles. More information will be shared as we progress through the next few months.

The 2024 – 2025 school year will mark our band’s 100th anniversary! This is a momentous occasion where we can reflect on the past, but also look towards the future with both our band and orchestra. We are kicking off a fundraising campaign in the hopes that we can leave a lasting legacy and continue to be able to provide EVERY student in band and orchestra with the tools they need to be successful into the future.

Our goal is to raise $30,000 for our instrumental music program through this fundraiser. This will cover the cost of our annual scholarships, instrument maintenance, and many events planned for our band's 100th anniversary!

Dates: February 12 - June 30

To donate or to learn more information, please click here!

Also, if you know any EAHS band alumni, please spread the word about our alumni band!

The IMA is seeking business sponsors to help support our students! This is a NEW extension of our program and we are looking forward to the opportunity to give more to our students!

Corporate sponsorship of the IMA is integral to the financial well-being of our operating budget supporting the many opportunities afforded our students. The IMA supports over $80,000 in annual expenses, including annual scholarships, marching band operating expenses, uniform care, new instrument/ equipment purchases, maintenance costs, travel opportunities, and more.

As a corporate sponsor of the IMA, there are many benefits your organization would receive, in addition to supporting our students. We hope you consider supporting our wonderful music program. Our students work incredibly hard each year and we hope to be able to continue to support their needs through generous donations such as yours.

How it works

1. Ask local businesses to support our program by directing them to our website OR handing them this letter!
2. Businesses will complete the form at the bottom of this page.
3. Upon completion, businesses will receive email confirmation.
4. They will be contacted by our business sponsor chairperson for details re: specifics pertaining to your sponsorship level (advertisement design, etc.). Artwork requirements
5. If paying via check, mailing address is:
   Instrumental Music Association
   Attn: Business Sponsorships
   PO Box 3535
   Easton, PA 18043

For more information, please visit our Sponsorship Website!

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WHAT IS IT?
Participants can buy gift cards at face value. There is a percentage listed that you earn for every purchase. Gift cards are either instant download and/ or physical gift cards. You can then spend the gift cards as you would normally, knowing you helped fundraise!

HOW IT WORKS:

Click here to learn more about the program, create your account & begin fundraising! Friends & family can help fundraise anywhere in the country - it is a great way to get relatives involved who may not be able to participate in our normal fundraisers.

*If ordering Giant gift cards, please ensure you look for the logo below to use at Giant. Do not use any other logos, as they will not be able to be used at Giant.

The Easton Area High School (EAHS) Instrumental Music Program has a long history of success. The program consists of nearly 380 students in grades 9 – 12 and encompasses marching band, three concert bands, three orchestras, two jazz ensembles, pep band, and pit orchestra.

Email: ballentinec@eastonsd.org
Website: www.eahsmusic.org
Location: 2601 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 250 2481
Facebook: facebook.com/eahsmusic
Twitter: @eahs_band