Monday, April 9, 2012

4/9/12 UPDATE

CONCERT BAND


Congratulations to the JA Concert Band for an outstanding performance at the MAIS Concert Band Festival on Thursday.

The band received straight superior ratings from the judges, as well as many positive comments. They were the only Jackson area independent school to receive a superior rating.

Anyone who would still like to order a DVD of the performance may do so by downloading the order form at this link: DVD ORDER FORM

2012-2013 MARCHING SEASON


Plans are underway for another great marching season for the JA Band. The show is being written, featuring the music of the iconic English rock band the Who.

Here are some important dates to note on your calendars:

MAY 30 - JUNE 1 - JA Color Guard Dance Camp - download flyer HERE
JULY 23-27 & JULY 30 - AUGUST 3 - JA BAND CAMP
OCTOBER 6 - Clinton HS Band Competition
OCTOBER 27 - MAIS Marching Band Festival
NOVEMBER 1-4 - BOA SAN ANTONIO

Other possible competition, rehearsal, and football game dates will be announced when they are available.

SPRING EVENTS

Several JA Band members will be participating in the Northwest Rankin Jazz Clinic this weekend, April 12-14.

The JA Drumline and Winter Guard will be performing as part of the JA Seniors vs. Faculty basketball game on April 20 at 9:35. This game is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society in honor of Scott Branning.

Look for more details this week about the Band Banquet, which will be held May 17.

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