Director's Updates

Hey Student Leaders! It all starts MONDAY! GET READY and let the games begin! I will be at school at NOON on Monday, 7/23 if you want to come in early and begin copying music for your section. We’ve got parts of the show ready as well as new pep tunes! There’s new flip … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/07/28/attention-student-leaders/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Attention Student Leaders</span></a>

Dear Marching Band member and parent, We are a little over one week away from camp! Can you believe it? Summertime sure flies by when you’re having fun and relaxing away from school! The letter contains valuable information. Please read with your parents and make sure you understand what you need for a successful camp. … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/07/28/pre-camp-begins-next-week-band-camp-letter-schedule-other-important-info/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Pre-Camp begins next week/Band Camp letter & Schedule/other important info</span></a>

Dear band family, Mr. Stokes would like to host a “Woodwind Workshop” at the high school on Tuesday, July 17 from 5-7pm. He will work on some technique things specific to woodwind instruments and go over some of the warmup music [link was emailed out earlier this week]. This workshop is optional ONLY if you are out … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/07/12/woodwind-workshop-student-leadership-meeting/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Woodwind Workshop/Student Leadership meeting</span></a>

Band family, A link was emailed out containing a link the 2018 woodwind and brass warmup music packets. Please print off these exercises and play through them PRIOR to the first day of pre-camp (July 31). We will work a lot out of these packets through the entire season. It would be preferable if you … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/07/12/hornline-warmup-music/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Hornline Warmup Music</span></a>

Dear 2018 marching band students and parents, WELCOME TO THE 2018 MARCHING SEASON! Officially, our season began right after graduation, and I am so excited for the upcoming year! Of course I hope everyone is enjoying their summer break! Our first official event is the Westport 4th of July parade on July 4, 2018! Below are … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/06/26/westport-4th-of-july-parade-logistics/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Westport 4th of July Parade logistics</span></a>

Dear band students and parents, Attached is the current 2018 marching band roster for next year. Student names that are italicized mean that I have a verbal commitment from them but no intent to march forms or their $100 deposit. Remember that this Friday, June 1st is the final day to register for marching band. The forms can be … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/05/29/1st-draft-of-the-2018-marching-band-roster/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">1st draft of the 2018 Marching Band roster</span></a>

Band family, I need your help with several important events coming up! 1. Speedway Gates & Ticketing: Need 2 parent chaperones for Saturday, May 19 from 1pm-7pm. Marty Hovis will drive. Need 1 parent chaperone for Saturday, May 26 from 10am-2:30pm. Wes and Trish Nofsinger are driving the bus and chaperoning. Need 1 bus driver for Sunday, May 27 from 12pm-7pm. David Wagner and Karen Davis are chaperoning. Need more students to … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/05/01/help-needed/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Help needed!</span></a>

Dear Wind Ensemble student and parents, This email contains information regarding our shared concert with the UNC Charlotte Wind Ensemble on the campus of UNC Charlotte this Monday, April 30 at 7:30pm. Call time for all students is 6:30pm in the choir room (room 145) in Robinson Hall for the Performing Arts. Parking for both students and parents will … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/04/25/unc-charlotte-concert-logistics-we-only/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">UNC Charlotte concert logistics (WE only)</span></a>

Dear new/returning marching band members, Welcome to the 2018 season! It is with great anticipation that I write this email informing new and returning families about the upcoming season! The attached packet includes dates, schedules, information/medical forms and other very important information. Please read over this letter as a family and complete the forms included … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/04/17/2018-marching-band-information/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">2018 Marching Band Information</span></a>

Dear Marching Band student and parent, Attached are information packets regarding Drum Major and Student Leadership training and auditions. Please see the packets for dates and times as well as requirements. All returning students must re-apply for all positions. Remember these jobs are important for lots of reasons! Your positive attitudes and commitments NOW will … <a href="https://bandofknights.com/2018/04/12/drum-major-student-leadership-packets/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Drum Major & Student Leadership Packets</span></a>