11/25/12 UPDATE

MISSISSIPPI LIONS ALL STATE BAND

Congratulations to JA Band members Annie Campbell and Samantha Hill, who have been selected as members of the 2012 Mississippi Lions Band. This is the third year in a row for Annie and Samantha. The girls will travel with the band to Hamburg, Germany in July.

Congrats as well to Will Tribble for earning Honorable Mention designation; to Caroline Burford and Sarah Allen Bowman for earning spots at callbacks, and to Tyler McClellan for auditioning.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

The 2012 JA Band Program Christmas Concert will be Tuesday, December 11, at 7:00 in the PAC. The concert will feature the Sixth Grade and Concert Bands, with light refreshments after the performances.

WINTER GUARD

Winter Guard season starts this week! The first rehearsal will be Saturday, December 1, from 10-6. There will also be a session Sunday, December 2 from 2-5, if needed.

Contact Cammie Carter at crc38@aol.com with any questions.

JA BAND BOOSTERS

JA Band Booster Fundraising Chairperson Charlette Oswalt has asked us to share the following info:

BARNES AND NOBLE GIFT WRAPPING

The Boosters are manning the gift wrapping table at the Barnes and Noble at the Renaissance in Ridgeland for several sessions, earning donations for their work. Thanks to Terri Fisher and Jamie Niemeyer for manning the table from noon to 6 this past Saturday. Here are the dates and times, as well as volunteer shifts, for the next few weeks:

Saturday, 12/1 - 9:00 - 12:00 - Kate & Sarah Allen Bowman
Saturday, 12/1 - 12:00 - 3:00 - Cheryl Johnson & kids
Tuesday, 12/4 - 9:00 - 12:00 - Megan Tribble & Vicki Tirman
Sunday, 12/9 - 2:00 - 5:00 - Cheryl Johnson
Friday, 12/14 - 6:00 - 9:00 - Charlette Oswalt
Monday, 12/17 - 3:00 - 9:00 - Charlette Oswalt

It's not too late to sign up to help with this fundraiser. Please contact Charlette at ceoswalt@go.olemiss.edu.

CORKY's BBQ

Packets for the Corky's sale will go home with students tomorrow, Monday November 26. Orders have to be turned in by December 8, with order pickup on December 15. The Boosters will also have a table setup to sell Corky's at Christmas in the PAC on November 30.

Please support the sale by purchasing Corky's Boston Pork Butts for your holiday entertaining and family dinners, and be sure to spread the word to family and friends.

JA BAND PARENT CHRISTMAS PARTY

All JA Band parents are invited to a holiday get-together at the house of JA Band Booster President Terri Fisher, on December 13 from 6:00 - 10:00. To RSVP and to get directions, please contact Terri at tfisher@jacksonacademy.org.

11/11/2012 UPDATE

MISSISSIPPI ALL-STATE LIONS BAND

Congratulations to the six JA Band members who auditioned at Pearl HS on Saturday for the 2013 Lions Band: Will Tribble & Tyler McClellan (Sax); Annie Campbell, Samantha Hill, and Caroline Burford (Colorguard); and Sarah Allen Bowman (Colorguard and Bass Clarinet). The auditions were an all-day affair, with about 600 students from public and independent schools around the state participating from about 7 am to 7 pm.

Best wishes to Will, Annie, Samantha, Caroline, and Sarah Allen as they return for callback auditions on Saturday, November 17.

The Band will travel to Hamburg, Germany, in July for the Lions Clubs International Convention.

PHOTO GALLERY

The JA Band worked hard last week to provide school spirit as the JA Football team competed in the MAIS Championship game Friday. The day began with the drumline leading the parade through campus and continuing at the pep rally:

The drumline also performed throughout the game in the stands:

Mr. Branning at the game, sporting a hat that he shared had been his son Scott's:

Sarah Allen Bowman at Lions Band auditions Saturday, as a member of the "bass clarinet universe":

Mrs. Carter offering advice at Lions Band auditions:

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Corky's Fundraiser coming soon!

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11 - JA Band Christmas Concert - location and other details TBA

11/4/12 UPDATE - WELCOME HOME!

BOA SAN ANTONIO

Congratulations to the JA Band for a great performance at the BOA San Antonio Super Regional Championship this weekend.

This year's San Antonio event was the largest ever BOA Regional, and the JA Band earned the following awards:

CLASS A BEST VISUAL
Tied for CLASS A BEST MUSIC
CLASS A SECOND PLACE

The trip to San Antonio was a great experience for the band members and their families who were able to participate. In addition to a productive, focused rehearsal and the competition performance, the group was able to enjoy the Tower of the Americas, Rivercenter Mall, the Alamo, and a Riverwalk dinner and cruise.

Thank you to the JA Athletic Boosters, who contributed snacks and drinks for the trip.

Many photos are being uploaded to the JA Band Photo Gallery, linked in the menu bar above.

JA BAND SCHEDULE UPDATE

There will be no more after-school rehearsals. Beginning Wednesday, we will begin learning music for the December 11 Christmas Concert.

The JA Band will bring the drumline to the MAIS Championship football game on Friday. Watch for an email early this week with details about the band's participation.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Look for order forms early this week for the Corky's band booster fundraiser. Questions may be directed to organizer Charlette Oswalt at charletteo@vzw.blackberry.net.

November 9 - MAIS Championship Football Game, MC
November 10 - Lions Band Tryouts
November 17 - Lions Band Callbacks
December 11 - Christmas Concert

BOA SAN ANTONIO - SATURDAY MORNING REPORT

Here is a pictorial review of the JA Band's trip to San Antonio so far. Be sure to follow on Twitter (@JA_Band) and check out our Facebook Page (linked in menu bar above)for breaking updates!

Final rehearsal on campus Wednesday:

 

Loading crew at work:

Pre-Departure meeting:

Lunch and dinner stops:

A bit of fun at the hotel the first night:

Friday morning rehearsal at Aztec Soccer:

San Antonio sightseeing: