Monday, November 30, 2015

Fruit is Coming on Wednesday December 2nd More Info to Come

Student Pics!

Students if you have any band pictures please send them to njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Winter Pep-Band

Any student who signed up for Winter Pep-Band will receive extra credit for being in attendance at the basketball game.

We will perform at the following games in December:

 December 11th

December 15th

Call time is 5:30pm in the band room

Game starts at 6pm 

Students will be done approx. by 7:15pm

*Schedule is subject to change. Please be flexible. 

Step Up Instrument Opportunity

Invitation to Play a
Step Up Instrument

We are continuing to improve the quality of our band organization through proven teaching techniques, student participation and Quality instruments.  It is the latter that truly accomplishes the first.  A first quality Step-up instrument affords a world of advantages to a student.


Almost all students start their band career with a beginner or student grade instrument.  Although these instruments are designed to last the student a long time many students will “outplay” them.  If this is the case then it’s time to step up to an Intermediate or Professional grade.  While there are many brands on the market today, there are a limited number of QUALITY NAME BRANDS.  Therefore, we invite you to support our local vendor who stocks fine musical instruments at discount prices.


On THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3rd  between 5 and 7:30PM you and your student are invited to stop by Howren Music Company at 929 E. Garrison Blvd. 704-867-2359(across from Hillbillys Barbecue) to view the instruments, play them as much as you wish and ask any questions.  Bring your current instrument so you can compare first hand.  You will be amazed at the difference.  We hope to see you there.


Musically yours,


Nicholas Gibson
Director of Bands,
Forestview High School

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Flute, Clarinet, Alto sax, Tenor sax, Baritone sax, Soprano sax, Trumpet, Trombone, French horn, Euphonium, and Oboe will be on Display

ALL County/ All District Rehearsal this Friday After school.

Schedule 11-30-15 - 12-6-15

The FHS Marching Jaguars will be performing in two parades this week.  Both Parades are mandatory for all band members.  All band members will be wearing their full band uniform for both parades. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson.

Thursday December 3rd Cramerton Christmas Parade:

The band will depart during 4th period ( 2pm) to head to Cramerton.

The parade will start at 4:00pm.

The route we will be marching is down 8th avenue and end at the railroad tracks.

ETA back to FHS is 5:15pm

Sunday December 6th Gastonia Christmas Parade:

Call time will be 12:00pm  in the band room.

The bus will leave at 12:30pm to down town Gastonia.

The parade route is straight down main-street and end at the shrimp boat.

The parade starts at 2pm.

ETA back to FHS is 4pm.











Class 11-30-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse O bonnie Doon(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Sleigh Ride (4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Activity March (4th period)

SWBAT : Rehearse Believe (4th Period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Folk Song Suite (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Dusk (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Symphonic Suite from Frozen (4th pd)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Finish Up Playing Tests in 4th Period

All students are responsible for all the music/warm-ups and scales we go over in class. There will be a playing test today. Either the students know the material and receive a 100% or they do not know the material and receive a 0%.  

This test will also determine placement in 3rd period Concert Band or 4th period Symphonic Band in the spring semester. 

Class 11-24-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse O bonnie Doon(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Sleigh Ride (4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Activity March (4th period)

SWBAT : Rehearse Believe (4th Period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Folk Song Suite (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Dusk (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Symphonic Suite from Frozen (4th pd)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Monday, November 23, 2015

NO Indoor Drumline Rehearsal Today from 4pm-7pm (CANCELLED)

Playing test today in all classes.

All students are responsible for all the music/warm-ups and scales we go over in class. There will be a playing test today. Either the students know the material and receive a 100% or they do not know the material and receive a 0%.  

Class 11-23-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse O bonnie Doon(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Sleigh Ride (4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Activity March (4th period)

SWBAT : Rehearse Believe (4th Period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Folk Song Suite (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Dusk (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Symphonic Suite from Frozen (4th pd)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Class 11-19-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse O bonnie Doon(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Sleigh Ride (4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Activity March (4th period)

SWBAT : Rehearse Believe (4th Period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Folk Song Suite (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Dusk (4th Pd)
SWBAT: Rehearse Symphonic Suite from Frozen (4th pd)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

STUDENTS BE RESPONSIBLE AND GET ALL MISSING WORK IN BY TOMORROW

Class 11-18-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Class 11-17-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Monday, November 16, 2015

Students Please Get Work in for the Second 6 weeks Grading Period if you are missing Work.

Class 11-16-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Friday, November 13, 2015

All County/ All District and Clinic Band People rehearsal today after school from 3pm-4pm

Winter Guard Rehearsal tomorrow 8am - 1pm

Winter Guard rehearsal is tomorrow from 8am - 1pm.

Auditions will be held at the end of the month.

If you have any questions see Mr. Gibson

Indoor Drum Line Tryouts Tomorrow 11-14-15

Indoor Drum Line tryouts are tomorrow.  

Front ensemble auditions are from 12:30pm-3:30pm

Drumline auditions are from 4pm - 7:30pm


Class 11-13-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Winterguard and Indoor Drum-line informational meeting Today after school from 3pm-4pm

All District/All County/ Clinic Band Rehearsal after school Fridays 3-4pm

If you are auditioning for all district, all county or honor band clinics we will meet after school on Fridays from 3pm-4pm.

Class 11-12-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Congratulations!

Congratulations Fisher Stines and Jonathon Le for being accepted into the Winthrop Honor Band Clinic!

Congratulations Leonardo Pichardo, Kaley Zeccola, Grace Le, Tricia Levi, Alex Long and Nathan Cummings for being selected to the UNC Wilmington Honor Band Clinic!

Great Job Jaguars! 

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Veterans Day Parade Tomorrow 11-11-15

Students and Parents,

The Veteran's Day Parade is ON Veteran's Day, Wednesday, November 11th.

- The parade kicks off at 11am.
- The combined band will meet at the Shrimp Boat in Gastonia at 10am.
- Students will need to pick up their instrument and uniform at the school between 9:00am - 9:30am Then car pool over to Downtown Gastonia. (shrimp boat)
- All students who participate will receive extra credit (two 100% for a test grade) 
- All students will have to return their uniforms back at the school before being dismissed. 
- Again this year is optional for our Forestview students but it really is a great event.  I hope all can spare a couple of hours to honor our nations hero's.


If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us 

Last Day For Fruit Sale Turn In!!

Please have your fruit orders in by 4th period today.

Class 11-10-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Sunday, November 8, 2015

Great Job At Band Beat!!

Students,

I am extremely proud of all of you and your hard work this 2015 marching band season! You truly did something extraordinary yesterday at Band Beat! Congratulations on 3rd place in Class 2A in prelims. Also for achieving your season goal of making finals.  Not only did you make finals you were 6th place overall regardless of class.  This is a huge leap for our band program! You competed against some of the best bands in NC,TN,SC,VA, and GA at a Bands of America regional! You have lots to be proud of!!

Seniors you did it! 

Keep smiling and keep pushing because you all have set the tone for this year with all of our ensembles!

WE ARE FORESTVIEW! 

GO MARCHING JAGUARS!   

P.S.
THANK YOU PARENTS FOR ALL YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT OF OUR BAND PROGRAM!

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Practice Today from 4pm-7pm

Students,

This is the last rehearsal of the 2015 marching band season.  Lets make it count! Be there ready to make extraordinary music!

Go Marching Jags!

11-5-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

class 11-4-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Band Parent Meeting Tonight at 6pm

Parents,
There will be a brief band booster meeting tonight in the band room.  Meeting starts at 6pm and will end by 6:30pm.  We hope to see you there! Have a great day!

Class 11-3-15

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)

SWBAT Rehearse Jazz Music!(3rd period)

SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz fundamentals.(3rd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 1(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 2(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Marching Band Music Mov. 3(4th period)
SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.
SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.

SWBAT: Review HW daily.
SWBAT: Sightread Concert Band Music!
SWBAT: Sight read pep music!
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(2nd period)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: practice guitar fundamentals. (2nd period)
SWBAT: practice percussion fundamentals.(2nd period)

Monday, November 2, 2015

Parents Thank You!!

Parents,

Thank you so much for all your help and support this weekend at the Jag Classic. I am truly blessed and honored to have such a great support system here with our band booster parents.  You all are truly the best band booster organization in Gaston County! Thank you for supporting your child in music education.  Thank you again for all that you do! Have a great day!

Veteran's Day Parade 11-11-15

Students and Parents,

The Veteran's Day Parade is ON Veteran's Day, Wednesday, November 11th.
- The parade kicks off at 11am.
- The combined band will meet at the Shrimp Boat in Gastonia at 10am.
- Students will need to pick up their instrument and uniform at the school at 9:30am Then car pool over to Downtown Gastonia. 
- All students who participate will receive extra credit (two 100% for a test grade) 
- Again this year is optional for our Forestview students but it really is a great event.  I hope all can spare a couple of hours to honor our nations hero's.

If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us 

Schedule This Week 11-2-15 - 11-7-15

Here is the schedule for the week:

Monday - NO PRACTICE AFTER SCHOOL

Tuesday - Rehearsal from 3:30-5:30

Thursday - Rehearsal from 4pm - 7pm 

Friday - NO FOOTBALL GAME 

Saturday - Band Beat Competition in Rock Hill SC (District III Stadium) 

Call time is 9:00am. The bus will leave at 11am. The band performs at 1:15pm This is a prelims/finals competition.  If the band makes finals our performance time will be announced at the prelim award ceremony. (4:15)
ETA back to FHS is 10pm Tickets price are $12 for prelims and $12 for finals. Children 6 and under are free.
We will have time to stop for dinner after prelims. (pop-eyes, wendys, chick-fil-a, bojangles, sake express)