Mr. Renneke talks through the two different pieces of paperwork. |
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Mr. Renneke walks you through the summer rehearsal and season performance calendar. |
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Students talk about high school, band, and how to make it all work. |
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Mr. Renneke (attempts) answering questions live on Facebook. |
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The answer to the age old question is YES. |
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Frequently Asked Questions:
The following are real questions from students (and parents) just like you!
CAN YOU BE IN SPORTS AND BAND?
Yes! Each school year over half of students in band are also involved in high school athletics. The schedules work together very well. We have a great relationship with all of our coaches - many coaches were in band themselves, or had children in band. Everyone works together to make sure you can be involved in as much as possible.
Does marching band take up the entire summer?
Nope. We rehearse for two weeks right before school starts. The first week of August and the third week of August. This gives us a chance to meet everyone, get back into a routine, and start learning music and drill. High school students consider to one of the best parts of the year, and alumni refer to it as one of the special highlights of their time in high school. The entire marching unit is only about 8 weeks long.
Do i need to attend both weeks of camp in august?
It is our expectation that students attend all days of camp. These two weeks are crucially important as they are our first (and, practically speaking, last) opportunity to learn the music and drill all together in a focused and concerted fashion. Plus, it is an incredible opportunity to meet new students and develop the strong bond between students before the stress of the school year begins.
can i be in jazz band?
You bet! There are two jazz bands at CFHS. Starting with the 2017-2018 school year you can register for either Jazz 1 or Jazz 2. Students in Jazz 1 go through an audition process, while any interested student can register for Jazz 2.
(If you are familiar with the "old way", then Jazz 1 is the same as the 4th hour jazz band and Jazz 2 is the same as early bird jazz.)
(If you are familiar with the "old way", then Jazz 1 is the same as the 4th hour jazz band and Jazz 2 is the same as early bird jazz.)
WHAT IS FUNDAMENTALS & FRISBEE?
On a few select dates during the summer we hold "Fundamentals & Frisbee" which is a chance for students to get together and work on marching fundamentals and basics, and then conditioning through ultimate frisbee!
The first hour will be spent on marching technique and fundamentals directly related to the fall show. The second hour will be a pick-up game of ultimate frisbee for whoever can join us!
No need to bring your instrument. Dress appropriately for the weather - we will be outside the whole time. Bring a water bottle, and a frisbee if you have one!
The first hour will be spent on marching technique and fundamentals directly related to the fall show. The second hour will be a pick-up game of ultimate frisbee for whoever can join us!
No need to bring your instrument. Dress appropriately for the weather - we will be outside the whole time. Bring a water bottle, and a frisbee if you have one!
Do winter/spring sports conflict with band?
There are essentially zero conflicts between being in band (as a curricular class) and athletics in high school.
There are a few rare circumstances:
Other than balancing your time between school and home, work and academics, etc. there really is no excuse to say that you'll "be too busy". Thousands of students have done it before you, and thousands will do it after you.
There are a few rare circumstances:
- Marching Band for 8 weeks in the fall (like we've mentioned elsewhere).
- If you are on the VARSITY basketball team, you wouldn't be able to play in pep band - because you'll be playing basketball - and that is a-okay.
- SOMETIMES, every few years, the spring band concert overlaps with a baseball game.
Other than balancing your time between school and home, work and academics, etc. there really is no excuse to say that you'll "be too busy". Thousands of students have done it before you, and thousands will do it after you.
