Thursday, November 30, 2017

Students Signed Up For All District Band Auditions 1-6-18 At South Point High School

The following students will audition on January 6th at South Point High School(Times TBA):


High School 9th-10th Grade Band

Kevin Giang 10 Trumpet
Megan Kinstler 10 Trumpet
Bailey Marquand 10 Flute
Tyler Zentarski 10 Clarinet
William Buzzeo 10 Tuba
Zachary Dubisky 9 Clarinet
Landen Bramwell 9 Alto Sax
Steven Giang 10 Alto Sax
Sean Kelly 10 Trumpet
Jarrett Crooks 9 Mallet
Daniel Farquarson 10 Snare Drum
Brooke Iman 10 Flute

Senior High School 11th-12th Grade Band

Isaac Phillips 11 Clarinet
Grace Le 12 Flute
Ally Koone 11 Trombone
Sophia Raspanti 11 Flute
Aaron Gigliotti 11 Trumpet
Sarah Gaston 12 Clarinet
Phillips Albright 11 Trumpet
Sam Kaylor 11 Tuba
Riley Bramwell 11 Trombone
Matthew Shelley 11 Trumpet
Carlos Azicorbe 12 Clarinet
Elizabeth Covington 12 Mallet
Samantha Gigliotti 11 Mallet
Ori Agnew 11 Timpani
Brayley Meeks 11 Snare

 $10 registration fee must be turned in order to audition. Registration has been submitted.  All students listed above will need to commit to this event.   If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Students Signed Up For All County Band Auditions


If you would like to sign up for All County Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 4th at Ashbrook High School:

Isaac Phillips
Kevin Giang
Manny Ninyeh
Megan Kinstler
Brooke Iman
Grace Le
Sarah Gaston
Bailey Marquand
Sophia Raspanti
Brayden Farmer
Tara Hiscox
Aaron Gigliotti
Tyler Zentarski
McKinney Tweed
Zach Dubinsky
Landon Bramwell
Kaley Zeccola
Christen Bryant
Phillips Albright
Sam Kaylor
Riley Bramwell
Steven Giang
Ally Koone
Daniel Farquharson
Jarett Crooks
Samantha Gigliotti
William Buzzeo
Sean Kelly
Josh Gluck
Gracin Simmons
Carlos Azicorbe
Leah Snyder
Jenna Thompson
Dalton Putnam
Hannah Long
Lydia Bolick
Matthew Shelley
Dylan Brown
Elizabeth Covington

Guard Rehearsal Tonight 7pm-9pm

WINTER CONCERT 12-18-17


Winter Concert 12-18-17 7pm in the Auditorium
All students are expected to wear concert black. The concert will start at 7pm. Call time for students is 6pm.

Gastonia Parade Sunday December 3rd


All students will need to report to the band room at 2pm on December 3rd. 

We will leave FHS at 2:30pm

Parade starts at 4pm.

ETA back to FHS is 5:30pm

This is a mandatory event for all students. Please email Mr. Gibson with any questions. njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Percussion Master Class Auditions This Friday starting at 4:30pm for Winter Season.

Class 11-30-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Parade Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Concert Band Music!!

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Students Signed Up For All District Band Auditions 1-6-18 At South Point High School

If you would like to sign up for All District Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 6th at South Point High School(Times TBA):


High School 9th-10th Grade Band

Kevin Giang 10 Trumpet
Megan Kinstler 10 Trumpet
Bailey Marquand 10 Flute
Tyler Zentarski 10 Clarinet
William Buzzeo 10 Tuba
Zachary Dubisky 9 Clarinet
Landen Bramwell 9 Alto Sax
Steven Giang 10 Alto Sax
Sean Kelly 10 Trumpet
Jarrett Crooks 9 Mallet
Daniel Farquarson 10 Snare Drum
Brooke Iman 10 Flute

Senior High School 11th-12th Grade Band

Isaac Phillips 11 Clarinet
Grace Le 12 Flute
Ally Koone 11 Trombone
Sophia Raspanti 11 Flute
Aaron Gigliotti 11 Trumpet
Sarah Gaston 12 Clarinet
Phillips Albright 11 Trumpet
Sam Kaylor 11 Tuba
Riley Bramwell 11 Trombone
Matthew Shelley 11 Trumpet
Carlos Azicorbe 12 Clarinet
Elizabeth Covington 12 Mallet
Samantha Gigliotti 11 Mallet
Ori Agnew 11 Timpani
Brayley Meeks 11 Snare

 $10 registration fee must be turned in order to audition. Registration has been submitted.  All students listed above will need to commit to this event.   If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Students Signed Up For All County Band Auditions

If you would like to sign up for All County Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 4th at Ashbrook High School:

Isaac Phillips
Kevin Giang
Manny Ninyeh
Megan Kinstler
Brooke Iman
Grace Le
Sarah Gaston
Bailey Marquand
Sophia Raspanti
Brayden Farmer
Tara Hiscox
Aaron Gigliotti
Tyler Zentarski
McKinney Tweed
Zach Dubinsky
Landon Bramwell
Kaley Zeccola
Christen Bryant
Phillips Albright
Sam Kaylor
Riley Bramwell
Steven Giang
Ally Koone
Daniel Farquharson
Jarett Crooks
Samantha Gigliotti
William Buzzeo
Sean Kelly
Josh Gluck
Gracin Simmons
Carlos Azicorbe
Leah Snyder
Jenna Thompson
Dalton Putnam
Hannah Long
Lydia Bolick
Matthew Shelley
Dylan Brown
Elizabeth Covington

Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

WINTER CONCERT 12-18-17

Winter Concert 12-18-17 7pm in the Auditorium
All students are expected to wear concert black. The concert will start at 7pm. Call time for students is 6pm.

Gastonia Parade Sunday December 3rd

All students will need to report to the band room at 2pm on December 3rd. 

We will leave FHS at 2:30pm

Parade starts at 4pm.

ETA back to FHS is 5:30pm

This is a mandatory event for all students. Please email Mr. Gibson with any questions. njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Percussion Master Class Auditions This Friday starting at 4:30pm for Winter Season.

Class 11-29-17


SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Parade Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Concert Band Music!!

Monday, November 27, 2017

Percussion Master Class Auditions This Friday for Winter Season.

Gastonia Parade Sunday December 3rd

All students will need to report to the band room at 2pm on December 3rd. 

We will leave FHS at 2:30pm

Parade starts at 4pm.

ETA back to FHS is 5:30pm

This is a mandatory event for all students. Please email Mr. Gibson with any questions. njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Jazz Band Gig 12-12-17(Library) and 12-14-17 (Round Bistro) More Info To Come...

WINTER CONCERT 12-18-17

Winter Concert 12-18-17 7pm in the Auditorium
All students are expected to wear concert black. The concert will start at 7pm. Call time for students is 6pm.

$15 District Jazz Fee Is Due Friday (Select Students Only)

Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

Guard Fees Are Due Friday

District Fee Is Due Today

 $10 registration fee must be turned in by November 27th in order to audition. If fee is not paid by this date students will not audition. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

All Playing Tests Will Be Compete Today During 4th Period. All Results Will Be Posted Tomorrow.

Fruit Will Be Arriving Today After 6pm

Once all orders have been sorted a message will be sent to pick up your fruit orders in the band room. Thank you for all your help and support in raising money for the band program.

Monday, November 20, 2017

NC District Solos Link

http://www.wcu.edu/learn/departments-schools-colleges/fpa/music/north-carolina-all-state-solos.aspx

Poinsettia Fundraiser

Inline image 1Poinsettia Fundraiser
Fill your home with Holiday spirit by purchasing a Poinsettia from 
Forestview Winter Guard/Band for ONLY $15.00 each.

These plants come in a 6 ½” pot with a height of 17”-19” tall. 
They are available in Red, White, and Pink.

All orders and money must be returned by Nov. 22nd.
They will be available for pickup on Dec. 4th

Gracin's mom, Amanda Simmons has set up a quick fundraiser for us.  We realize that there is a quick turnaround to get these orders in, but it is a great opportunity.  We will make $8 for each plant sold.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amanda or me.

Attached is an order form students can turn in on Tuesday.  If you have any more orders by Wednesday, please respond to this email to be added.

Thank you for all you do for our band.

Stephanie Gigliotti

Students Signed Up For All District Band Auditions 1-6-18 At South Point High School

If you would like to sign up for All District Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 6th at South Point High School(Times TBA):


High School 9th-10th Grade Band

Kevin Giang 10 Trumpet 
Megan Kinstler 10 Trumpet 
Bailey Marquand 10 Flute 
Tyler Zentarski 10 Clarinet 
William Buzzeo 10 Tuba 
Zachary Dubisky 9 Clarinet 
Landen Bramwell 9 Alto Sax 
Steven Giang 10 Alto Sax 
Sean Kelly 10 Trumpet 
Jarrett Crooks 9 Mallet 
Daniel Farquarson 10 Snare Drum 

Senior High School 11th-12th Grade Band

Isaac Phillips 11 Clarinet 
Grace Le 12 Flute 
Ally Koone 11 Trombone 
Sophia Raspanti 11 Flute 
Aaron Gigliotti 11 Trumpet 
Sarah Gaston 12 Clarinet 
Phillips Albright 11 Trumpet 
Sam Kaylor 11 Tuba 
Riley Bramwell 11 Trombone 
Matthew Shelley 11 Trumpet 
Kaley Zeccola 12 Clarinet 
Carlos Azicorbe 12 Clarinet 
Elizabeth Covington 12 Mallet 
Samantha Gigliotti 11 Mallet 
Ori Agnew 11 Timpani


 $10 registration fee must be turned in by November 27th in order to audition. If fee is not paid by this date students will not audition. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Students Signed Up For All County Band Auditions

If you would like to sign up for All County Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 4th at Ashbrook High School:

Isaac Phillips
Kevin Giang
Manny Ninyeh
Megan Kinstler
Brooke Iman
Grace Le
Sarah Gaston
Bailey Marquand
Sophia Raspanti
Brayden Farmer
Tara Hiscox
Aaron Gigliotti
Tyler Zentarski
McKinney Tweed
Zach Dubinsky
Landon Bramwell
Kaley Zeccola
Christen Bryant
Phillips Albright
Sam Kaylor
Riley Bramwell
Steven Giang
Ally Koone
Daniel Farquharson
Jarett Crooks
Samantha Gigliotti
William Buzzeo
Sean Kelly
Josh Gluck
Gracin Simmons
Carlos Azicorbe
Leah Snyder
Jenna Thompson
Dalton Putnam
Hannah Long
Lydia Bolick
Matthew Shelley
Dylan Brown
Elizabeth Covington

WINTER CONCERT 12-18-17

Winter Concert 12-18-17 7pm in the Auditorium
All students are expected to wear concert black. The concert will start at 7pm. Call time for students is 6pm.

GUARD PRACTICE TONIGHT 7pm-9pm

BAND PLACEMENT AUDITIONS TODAY(COUNTS AS A PLAYING TEST)

All Students should be practicing daily. Everyday students receive home work.  Please help in making sure all students are doing their assignments at home. (They should be practicing their fundamental warm ups for tone/sound.  They should be practicing all band music with a metronome.)

Monday and Tuesday will be placement auditions for our 3rd and 4th period spring bands.  This will also count as playing test.  All 9th-12th grade students will be evenly placed in 3rd and 4th period band in the spring.  Only students who are enrolled in the fall have this opportunity to audition for the wind ensemble. Both ensembles in the spring will learn the same music and combine on a spring concert. 

All wind players (Brass/Woodwinds) will be responsible for sight reading and all 12 major scales.

All Percussion students will be responsible for sight reading, 12 major scales and the first 10 rudiments from vic firth.(open and closed) Percussion students will only play the rudiments if they would like to try out for snare,bass and timpani. Here is the website for rudiments: http://vicfirth.com/40-essential-rudiments/

Class 11-20-17


SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Parade Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Concert Band Music!!

Friday, November 17, 2017

Winter Concert 12-18-17 7pm in the Auditorium

All students are expected to wear concert black. The concert will start at 7pm. Call time for students is 6pm.

JAZZ BAND GIG AT GASTONIA LIBRARY 12-12-17 at 6pm

Fruit Sale Orders Must Be Turned In Today

Honor Band Forms Must Be Turned In Today

Students Signed Up For All District Auditions January 6th at South Point High School

If you would like to sign up for All District Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 6th at South Point High School(Times TBA):


High School 9th-10th Grade Band

Kevin Giang 10 Trumpet

Megan Kinstler 10 Trumpet

Bailey Marquand 10 Flute

Tyler Zentarski 10 Clarinet

William Buzzeo 10 Tuba

Zachary Dubisky 9 Clarinet

Landen Bramwell 9 Alto Sax

Steven Giang 10 Alto Sax

Sean Kelly 10 Trumpet

Jarrett Crooks 9 Mallet

Daniel Farquarson 10 Snare Drum


Senior High School 11th-12th Grade Band


Isaac Phillips 11 Clarinet

Grace Le 12 Flute

Ally Koone 11 Trombone

Sophia Raspanti 11 Flute

Aaron Gigliotti 11 Trumpet

Sarah Gaston 12 Clarinet

Phillips Albright 11 Trumpet

Sam Kaylor 11 Tuba

Riley Bramwell 11 Trombone

Matthew Shelley 11 Trumpet

Kaley Zeccola 12 Clarinet

Carlos Azicorbe 12 Clarinet

Elizabeth Covington 12 Mallet

Samantha Gigliotti 11 Mallet

Ori Agnew 11 Timpani


 $10 registration fee must be turned in by November 27th in order to audition. If fee is not paid by this date students will not audition. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us



Thursday, November 16, 2017

HONOR BAND FORMS MUST BE TURNED IN BY TOMORROW

Fruit Sale Forms Must Be Turned In By Tomorrow

Class 11-16-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Parade Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Concert Band Music!!

Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Fruit Sale is Going on NOW - November 17th

Students Should Be Practicing Daily

Parents,

All Students should be practicing daily. Everyday students receive home work.  Please help in making sure all students are doing their assignments at home. (They should be practicing their fundamental warm ups for tone/sound.  They should be practicing all band music with a metronome.)

Monday and Tuesday will be placement auditions for our 3rd and 4th period spring bands.  This will also count as playing test.  All 9th-12th grade students will be evenly placed in 3rd and 4th period band in the spring.  Only students who are enrolled in the fall have this opportunity to audition for the wind ensemble. Both ensembles in the spring will learn the same music and combine on a spring concert. 

All wind players (Brass/Woodwinds) will be responsible for sight reading and all 12 major scales.

All Percussion students will be responsible for sight reading, 12 major scales and the first 10 rudiments from vic firth.(open and closed) Percussion students will only play the rudiments if they would like to try out for snare,bass and timpani. Here is the website for rudiments: http://vicfirth.com/40-essential-rudiments/


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

Senior Dinner This Sunday at 5pm (Seniors Only)

Guard Practice Tomorrow 7pm-9pm

Students Signed Up For All County Auditions January 4th 2018 at Ashbrook High School

If you would like to sign up for All County Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 4th at Ashbrook High School:

Isaac Phillips
Kevin Giang
Manny Ninyeh
Megan Kinstler
Brooke Iman
Grace Le
Sarah Gaston
Bailey Marquand
Sophia Raspanti
Brayden Farmer
Tara Hiscox
Aaron Gigliotti
Tyler Zentarski
McKinney Tweed
Zach Dubinsky
Landon Bramwell
Kaley Zeccola
Christen Bryant
Phillips Albright
Sam Kaylor
Riley Bramwell
Steven Giang
Ally Koone
Daniel Farquharson
Jarett Crooks
Samantha Gigliotti
William Buzzeo
Sean Kelly
Josh Gluck
Gracin Simmons
Carlos Azicorbe
Leah Snyder
Jenna Thompson
Dalton Putnam
Hannah Long
Lydia Bolick
Matthew Shelley
Dylan Brown
Elizabeth Covington

Class 11-15-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Parade Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Concert Band Music!!

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Students Signed Up To Audition For All County Band

If you would like to sign up for All County Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will audition on January 4th at Ashbrook High School:

Isaac Phillips
Kevin Giang
Manny Ninyeh
Megan Kinstler
Brooke Iman
Grace Le
Sarah Gaston
Bailey Marquand
Sophia Raspanti
Brayden Farmer
Tara Hiscox
Aaron Gigliotti
Tyler Zentarski
McKinney Tweed
Zach Dubinsky
Landon Bramwell
Kaley Zeccola
Christen Bryant
Phillips Albright
Sam Kaylor
Riley Bramwell
Steven Giang
Ally Koone
Daniel Farquharson
Jarett Crooks
Samantha Gigliotti
William Buzzeo
Sean Kelly
Josh Gluck
Gracin Simmons
Carlos Azicorbe
Leah Snyder
Jenna Thompson
Dalton Putnam
Hannah Long
Lydia Bolick
Matthew Shelley
Dylan Brown
Elizabeth Covington

Monday, November 13, 2017

Class 11-13-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Parade Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Concert Band Music!!

Winter Guard List is Posted Outside The Band Room Door

Congratulations To The Following Students For Being Selected To The UNC-Wilmington Honor Band Clinic November 30th-December 2nd

Grace Le - (Flute)
Sophia Raspanti - (Flute)
Isaac Phillips - (Bb Clarinet)
Kaley Zeccola - (Bb Clarinet)
Leah Synder - (Alto Saxophone)
Hanna Long - (Trumpet)
Dalton Putnam - (Horn)
Riley Bramwell - (Tenor Trombone)
Ally Koone - (Tenor Trombone)
Carlos Aizcorbe - (Percussion)

Congratulations to the following students for being selected to the UNC-Charlotte Honor Band Clinic December 8th-9th

Elizabeth Covington (Percussion)
Aaron Gigliotti (Trumpet)
Leah Snyder (Alto Sax)
Grace Le (Flute)
Riley Bramwell (Trombone)
Sam Kaylor (Tuba)
Ally Koone (Trombone)
Matthew Shelly (Trumpet)
Kaley Zeccola (Clarinet)
Manny Ninyeh (Bass Clarinet)

Fruit Sale Is Going On Now Until 11-17-17

Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Guard Auditions Tomorrow 7pm-9pm

Students Signed Up For All County Band Auditions

If you would like to sign up for All County Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will be auditioning in early January:

Isaac Phillips
Kevin Giang
Manny Ninyeh
Megan Kinstler
Brooke Iman
Grace Le
Sarah Gaston
Bailey marquand
Sophia Raspanti
Brayden Farmer
Tara Hiscox
Aaron Gigliotti
Tyler Zentarski
McKinney Tweed
Zach Dubinsky
Landon Bramwell
Kaley Zeccola
Christen Bryant
Phillips Albright
Sam Kaylor
Riley Bramwell
Steven Giang
Ally Koone
Daniel Farquharson
Jarett Crooks
Samantha Gigliotti
William Buzzeo
Sean Kelly
Josh Gluck
Gracin Simmons
Carlos Azicorbe
Leah Snyder
Jenna Thompson
Dalton Putnam
Hannah Long
Lydia Bolick
Matthew Shelley
Dylan Brown

Parade On Friday

The Veterans Day Parade is upon us. This year the parade is Friday, November 10th. This is Forestview's year to host the parade.  This parade is mandatory of all band members. 

The band is to report to the band room at 8am to put uniforms on and load the buses.

The Forestview band will begin to warm up next to the shrimp boat in downtown Gastonia at 8:30am.

Address: 120 N Broad St, Gastonia, NC 28052

Actual parade begins at 11:00am.

Forestview is excited to host this year in helping celebrate and pay homage to our Veterans!

The parade route goes down main street then left on Marietta. 

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

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Veteran Day Parade This Friday( Call Time is 8am)

The Veterans Day Parade is upon us. This year the parade is Friday, November 10th. This is Forestview's year to host the parade.  It is mandatory of all band members. 

The band is to report to the band room at 8am to put uniforms on and load the buses.

The Forestview band will begin to warm up next to the shrimp boat in downtown Gastonia at 8:30am.

Address: 120 N Broad St, Gastonia, NC 28052

Actual parade begins at 11:00am.

Forestview is excited to host this year in helping celebrate and pay homage to our Veterans!

The parade route goes down main street then left on Marietta. 

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

Students Signed Up For All County Band Auditions

If you would like to sign up for All County Band Auditions please see Mr. Gibson.  The following students will be auditioning in early January:

Isaac Phillips
Kevin Giang
Manny Ninyeh
Megan Kinstler
Brooke Iman
Grace Le
Sarah Gaston
Bailey marquand
Sophia Raspanti
Brayden Farmer
Tara Hiscox
Aaron Gigliotti
Tyler Zentarsky
McKinney Tweed
Zach Dubinsky
Landon Bramwell
Kaley Zeccola
Christen Bryant
Phillips Albright
Sam Kaylor
Riley Bramwell
Steven Giang
Ally Koone
Daniel Farquharson
Jarett Crooks
Samantha Gigliotti
William Buezzo
Sean Kelly
Josh Gluck
Gracin Simmons
Carlos Azicorbe
Leah Snyder
Jenna Thompson
Dalton Putnam
Hanna Long

Smart Session Schedule This Week

Monday - No Musical Groups
Tuesday - All County and All District Preparation
Wednesday - All County and All District Preparation
Thursday - All County and All District Preparation
Friday - All County and All District Preparation

Guard Auditions Continue Tonight 7pm-9pm

Band Booster Meeting Tonight at 6pm in the Band Room

Class 11-7-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Parade Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Concert Band Music!!

Monday, November 6, 2017

Veteran Day Parade This Friday( Call Time is 8am)

The Veterans Day Parade is upon us. This year the parade is Friday, November 10th. This is Forestview's year to host the parade.  It is mandatory of all band members. 

The band is to report to the band room at 8am to put uniforms on and load the buses.

The Forestview band will begin to warm up next to the shrimp boat in downtown Gastonia at 8:30am.

Address: 120 N Broad St, Gastonia, NC 28052

Actual parade begins at 11:00am.

Forestview is excited to host this year in helping celebrate and pay homage to our Veterans!

The parade route goes down main street then left on Marietta. 

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

Winter Guard Auditions Today Tomorrow and Thursday 7pm-9pm

Class 11-6-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Sunday, November 5, 2017

Congratulations to the following students who were selected for the UNC-Charlotte Honor Band Clinic

The following students have been selected to represent FHS at the UNC-Charlotte Honor Band Clinic on December 8th and 9th:

Elizabeth Covington (Percussion)
Aaron Gigliotti (Trumpet)
Leah Snyder (Alto Sax)
Grace Le (Flute)
Riley Bramwell (Trombone)
Sam Kaylor (Tuba)
Ally Koone (Trombone)
Matthew Shelly (Trumpet)
Kaley Zeccola (Clarinet)
Manny Ninyeh (Bass Clarinet)

Congratulations to all!! See Mr. Gibson tomorrow for more info.

Congratulations to the following students who made the Winthrop Honor Band Clinic

We also have three students who were selected to represent the FHS band program at the Winthrop University Invitational Honor Band Clinic November 9th-11th. 

The students selected are:
Riley Bramwell (Trombone)
Kaley Zeccola  (Clarinet)
Grace Le (Flute)

Congratulations to all!!!

Thursday, November 2, 2017

FHS Photos From Bands of America -Winston Salem

http://www.teamphotonetwork.com/QPPlus/Proofs.aspx

Veterans Day Parade 11-10-17

The Veterans Day Parade is upon us. This year the parade is Friday, November 10th. This is Forestview's year to host the parade.  It is mandatory of all band members. 

The band is to report to the band room at 8am to put uniforms on and load the buses.

The Forestview band will begin to warm up next to the shrimp boat in downtown Gastonia at 8:30am.

Address: 120 N Broad St, Gastonia, NC 28052

Actual parade begins at 11:00am.

Forestview is excited to host this year in helping celebrate and pay homage to our Veterans!

The parade route goes down main street then left on Marietta. 

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


 


Saturday Competition North Davidson 11-4-17

This Saturday the band will compete at North Davidson High School in Lexington NC. 

Call time is 10am

Bus leaves at 12pm

Arrive at North Davidson by 2pm

FHS performs at 3:45pm (THEY PUSHED OUR TIME BACK 15 MIN)

(Bring Money For Lunch and Dinner)

Awards are at 9pm

ETA back to FHS is 11pm

Football Game Tomorrow Call Time 5:30pm

Rehearsal Today Until 6pm

Class 11-2-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Friday Football/8th Grade Band Night

This Friday is 8th grade night.  We will tailgate at 5:30pm. 

Cramerton Middle School and Southwest Middle School 8th Grade Band Night

8th Grade Night Rehearsal and Performance Information

The annual 8th grade night is an opportunity for all 8th grade band members to experience the Forestview High School Marching Jaguars. We will prepare music to play in the stands with the Marching Jags on the November 3rd football game against Stewart Cramer.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD

5:30-6:30 Before the Game:

 The 8th grade band will meet in the Forestview High School band room. Please pull in to the main entrance of the school. The band room door will be open with members ready to greet you and your future marching jaguar! Dinner will be provided for our “band tail gate” before the game. It will consist of hotdogs, chips and a drink. All parents and students are welcome to come. All students will need to bring their instrument and music. All students will enter the stadium for free. Admission for parents into the game is $6.

6:30-7:00 Students will rehearse in the band room.

7:30-9:30ish During the Game:
 The 8th grade band will march in with us and perform with the high school pep-band during the duration of the football game in the stands. They will also perform the national anthem before the game with the band. All parents are encouraged to sit together as a show of support for the band students.

Half-time:
 The 8th grade band will watch the Forestview High School Marching Jags perform their 2017 marching band show entitled “Conquer” After the performance all students will have the 3rd quarter to visit with friends/family and get something to eat or drink at the concession stands.

After the game:
 Students will march back to the band room and put away their instrument. Parents please pick up your child outside the band room. (Around 9:40pm in the front of the school). What to Wear Forestview school colors!! (White or Black) with jeans, tennis/athletic shoes (for rehearsal AND performance); it is also recommended you bring a sweat shirt or jacket. (Also in school colors if you have it). It may be cool so we want them to be comfortable during the game. (Dress for the weather)

We know that this will be a fun activity for everyone and we look forward to a fantastic evening. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,
 Nicholas Gibson
 Director of Bands
 Forestview High School
 704-861-2625 (School)
 803-619-9834 (Band Cell)
 njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Competition This Saturday 11-4-17

This Saturday the band will compete at North Davidson High School in Lexington NC. 

Call time is 10am

Bus leaves at 12pm

Arrive at North Davidson by 2pm

FHS performs at 4pm

(Bring Money For Lunch and Dinner)

Awards are at 9pm

ETA back to FHS is 11pm

Winter Guard Info Meeting Today After School

Rehearsal Tomorrow Until 6pm

Class 11-1-17

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)
SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)
SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 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 via Mr. Gibson.
SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)