Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Percussion Rehearsal after school on Friday 3:30pm-6:30pm

No Guard Competition/Practice on Saturday

Smart Session Schedule This Week 2-26-18 - 3-2-18

Monday - Flute Choir
Tuesday - Clarinet Choir
Wednesday - Saxophone Choir
Thursday - Wind Ensemble (MPA Sectionals)
Friday - Brass Ensemble


Students must have a note from their teacher to come to these rehearsals. Students will have to report to their teachers first before coming down to the band room. 

Optional Guard Rehearsal Friday 7pm-9pm

Guard Rehearsal Tomorrow 7pm-9pm

Class 2-28-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

All State Auditions Saturday 3-3-18

The following students will be auditioning on Saturday for the All state band:

William Buezzo
(Registration at 11am. Judges meeting starts at 12pm.  Auditions will start between 12:30pm-1:00pm. Arrive by 11:30pm)

The Following Students will be auditioning for the All State Jazz Band:

Sophia Raspanti
Riley Bramwell
(Registration at 11am. Auditions start at 2pm. Arrive by 1pm.)

Monday, February 26, 2018

JAZZ BAND AFTER SCHOOL TODAY

No Guard Competition/Practice on Saturday

Smart Session Schedule This Week 2-26-18 - 3-2-18

Monday - Flute Choir
Tuesday - Clarinet Choir
Wednesday - Saxophone Choir
Thursday - Wind Ensemble (MPA Sectionals)
Friday - Brass Ensemble


Students must have a note from their teacher to come to these rehearsals. Students will have to report to their teachers first before coming down to the band room. 

Leadership Meeting After School This Friday 3-2-18.

4TH PERIOD WIND ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR MPA 6pm-8pm 2-27-18

We will have a guest clinician come in and work with the wind ensemble on 2-27-18 from 6pm -8pm.   Please make sure you are present. This is a mandatory rehearsal and students will receive a grade. If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson.

Percussion Ensemble 3-2-18 from 3:30pm-6:30pm

Optional Guard Rehearsal Friday 7pm-9pm

Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

Class 2-26-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Friday, February 23, 2018

Leadership Meeting After School This Friday 2-23-18. (Applications Are Due)

4TH PERIOD WIND ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR MPA 6pm-8pm 2-27-18

We will have a guest clinician come in and work with the wind ensemble on 2-27-18 from 6pm -8pm.   Please make sure you are present. This is a mandatory rehearsal and students will receive a grade. If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson.

Percussion Ensemble 2-23-18 from 3:30pm-6:30pm

Optional Guard Rehearsal Tonight 7pm-9pm

Guard Competition Tomorrow

2-20-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at Mt. Pleasant High School in Mt. Pleasant NC on 2-24-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 24th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 8:30am
- Students will rehearse before we depart.
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 11:15am.
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch after we perform.
- Guard performs at Mt. Pleasant High School at 1:46pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:00pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free

Address to Mt. Pleasant High School:

700 Walker Road
Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124

All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:00pm. If you have any questions please email or call.

Nicholas Gibson
Director of Bands
Forestview High School
704-861-2625
803-619-9834
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

Class 2-23-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Thursday, February 22, 2018

Guard Practice Tonight 7pm-9pm

Leadership Meeting After School This Friday 2-23-18. (Applications Are Due)

4TH PERIOD WIND ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR MPA 6pm-8pm 2-27-18

We will have a guest clinician come in and work with the wind ensemble on 2-27-18 from 6pm -8pm.   Please make sure you are present. This is a mandatory rehearsal and students will receive a grade. If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson.

Percussion Ensemble on Friday 2-23-18 from 3:30pm-6:30pm

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-22-18

Any student who is interested in playing in BRASS ENSEMBLE please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Competition Saturday

2-20-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at Mt. Pleasant High School in Mt. Pleasant NC on 2-24-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 24th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 8:30am
- Students will rehearse before we depart.
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 11:15am.
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch after we perform.
- Guard performs at Mt. Pleasant High School at 1:46pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:00pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free

Address to Mt. Pleasant High School:

700 Walker Road
Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124

All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:00pm. If you have any questions please email or call.

Nicholas Gibson
Director of Bands
Forestview High School
704-861-2625
803-619-9834
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

Class 2-22-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Leadership Meeting After School This Friday 2-23-18. (Applications Are Due)

4TH PERIOD WIND ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR MPA 6pm-8pm 2-27-18

We will have a guest clinician come in and work with the wind ensemble on 2-27-18 from 6pm -8pm.   Please make sure you are present. This is a mandatory rehearsal and students will receive a grade. If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson.

Percussion Ensemble on Friday 2-23-18 from 3:30pm-6:30pm

Make Up Work Before The Grading Period Ends

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-21-18

Any student who is interested in playing in SAXOPHONE CHOIR please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Competition Saturday

2-20-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at Mt. Pleasant High School in Mt. Pleasant NC on 2-24-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 24th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 8:30am
- Students will rehearse before we depart.
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 11:15am.
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch after we perform.
- Guard performs at Mt. Pleasant High School at 1:46pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:00pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free

Address to Mt. Pleasant High School:

700 Walker Road
Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124

All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:00pm. If you have any questions please email or call.

Nicholas Gibson
Director of Bands
Forestview High School
704-861-2625
803-619-9834
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

Class 2-21-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Leadership Meeting After School This Friday 2-23-18. (Applications Are Due)

4TH PERIOD WIND ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR MPA 6pm-8pm 2-27-18

We will have a guest clinician come in and work with the wind ensemble on 2-27-18 from 6pm -8pm.   Please make sure you are present. This is a mandatory rehearsal and students will receive a grade. If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson.

Percussion Ensemble on Friday 2-23-18 from 3:30pm-6:30pm

Make Up Work Before The Grading Period Ends

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-20-18

Any student who is interested in playing in FLUTE CHOIR please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Competition Saturday 2-24-18 (Mt. Pleasant High School NC)



2-20-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at Mt. Pleasant High School in Mt. Pleasant NC on 2-24-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 24th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 8:30am
- Students will rehearse before we depart.
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 11:15am.
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch after we perform.
- Guard performs at Mt. Pleasant High School at 1:46pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:00pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free


Address to Mt. Pleasant High School:

700 Walker Road
Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124

All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:00pm. If you have any questions please email or call.

Nicholas Gibson 
Director of Bands 
Forestview High School 
704-861-2625 
803-619-9834 
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us 
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

Winter Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

Class 2-20-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Thursday, February 15, 2018

Leadership Meeting After School Today!

4TH PERIOD WIND ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR MPA 6pm-8pm 2-27-18

We will have a guest clinician come in and work with the wind ensemble on 2-27-18 from 6pm -8pm.   Please make sure you are present. This is a mandatory rehearsal and students will receive a grade. If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson. 

No Percussion Ensemble on Friday it will resume on 2-23-18

Make Up Work Before The Grading Period Ends

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-15-18


Any student who is interested in playing in FLUTE CHOIR please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Rehearsal Today 7pm-9pm

Class 2-15-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Wednesday, February 14, 2018

4TH PERIOD WIND ENSEMBLE REHEARSAL FOR MPA 6pm-8pm 2-27-18

We will have a guest clinician come in and work with the wind ensemble on 2-27-18 from 6pm -8pm.   Please make sure you are present. This is a mandatory rehearsal and students will receive a grade. If you have any questions email Mr. Gibson. 

No Percussion Ensemble on Friday it will resume on 2-23-18

Students Make Up Work Before The Grading Period Ends

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-14-18

Any student who is interested in playing in SAXOPHONE CHOIR please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Rehearsal Tomorrow 7pm-9pm

Class 2-14-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Tuesday, February 13, 2018

No Percussion Ensemble on Friday it will resume on 2-23-18

Students Make Up Work Before The Grading Period Ends

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-13-18

Any student who is interested in playing in CLARINET CHOIR please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

Class 2-13-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Thursday, February 8, 2018

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-8-18

Any student who is interested in playing in BRASS ENSEMBLE please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Competition this Saturday 2-10-18 (YORK)

2-1-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at York Comprehensive High School in York SC on 2-10-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 10th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 10:00am
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 10:30am.
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch around 2pm.
- Guard performs at York High School at 12:53pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:30pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free


Address to York Comprehensive High School:

275 Alexander Love Hwy York, SC 29745

All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:30pm. If you have any questions please email or call.


Nicholas Gibson
Director of Bands
Forestview High School
704-861-2625
803-619-9834
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

All County Band Clinic Friday and Saturday (Select Students Only)

Friday, February 9, 2018

8:00-8:15 Arrival and check in at Ashbrook HS
8:30-11:30 Rehearsal
11:30-1:00 Staggered Lunch Breaks
1:00-3:30 Rehearsal
(Students need to bring a bag lunch or have communicated to Director about school lunch. )
3:30pm Dismissal

Saturday, February 10, 2018
8:30-8:55 Arrival and check in at Ashbrook HS
9:00-11:45 Rehearsal
11:45-12:15 Lunch (Students can bring a bag lunch or purchase through AHS Boosters.)
12:15-12:30 Dress for Concert Performance
1:00pm Concert Begins

Attire: Students should wear Concert Dress! (dress, skirt that is an appropriate length. dress pants, collared shirt, NO JEANS, NO SHORTS, NO SWEATS!)

Students are:
Grace Le
Steven Giang
William Buezzo
Bailey Marquand
Isaac Phillips
Zach Dubinsky
Tyler Zentarsky
Manny Ninyeh
Leah Snyder
Kevin Giang
Sam Kaylor
Jarrett Crooks

Winter Guard Rehearsal Tonight 7pm-9pm

Class 2-8-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-7-18

Any student who is interested in playing in Saxophone Quartet  please stop by the band room during smart session today.

Winter Guard Competition this Saturday 2-10-18 (YORK)

2-1-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at York Comprehensive High School in York SC on 2-10-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 10th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 10:00am
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 10:30am.
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch around 2pm.
- Guard performs at York High School at 12:53pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:30pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free


Address to York Comprehensive High School:

275 Alexander Love Hwy York, SC 29745

All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:30pm. If you have any questions please email or call.


Nicholas Gibson
Director of Bands
Forestview High School
704-861-2625
803-619-9834
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

All County Band Clinic Friday and Saturday (Select Students Only)

Friday, February 9, 2018

8:00-8:15 Arrival and check in at Ashbrook HS
8:30-11:30 Rehearsal
11:30-1:00 Staggered Lunch Breaks
1:00-3:30 Rehearsal
(Students need to bring a bag lunch or have communicated to Director about school lunch. )
3:30pm Dismissal

Saturday, February 10, 2018
8:30-8:55 Arrival and check in at Ashbrook HS
9:00-11:45 Rehearsal
11:45-12:15 Lunch (Students can bring a bag lunch or purchase through AHS Boosters.)
12:15-12:30 Dress for Concert Performance
1:00pm Concert Begins

Attire: Students should wear Concert Dress! (dress, skirt that is an appropriate length. dress pants, collared shirt, NO JEANS, NO SHORTS, NO SWEATS!)

USC Honor Band Clinic Feb. 8th -11th (Select Students Only)

Winter Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

ALL STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE THEIR BAND BOOK THIS WAS DUE ON 2-5-18

KJOS Foundations for Superior Performance Tuba

Class 2-7-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Tuesday, February 6, 2018

Smart Session Small Ensemble Schedule 2-6-18

Any student who is interested in playing in clarinet choir please stop by the band room during smart session today.


Winter Guard Competition this Saturday 2-10-18 (YORK)

2-1-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at York Comprehensive High School in York SC on 2-10-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 10th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 10:00am
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 10:30am. 
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch around 2pm.
- Guard performs at York High School at 12:53pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:30pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free


Address to York Comprehensive High School:

275 Alexander Love Hwy York, SC 29745

All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:30pm. If you have any questions please email or call. 


Nicholas Gibson 
Director of Bands 
Forestview High School 
704-861-2625 
803-619-9834 
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us 
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

All County Band Clinic Friday and Saturday (Select Students Only)



Friday, February 9, 2018

8:00-8:15 Arrival and check in at Ashbrook HS
8:30-11:30 Rehearsal
11:30-1:00 Staggered Lunch Breaks
1:00-3:30 Rehearsal
(Students need to bring a bag lunch or have communicated to Director about school lunch. )
3:30pm Dismissal

Saturday, February 10, 2018
8:30-8:55 Arrival and check in at Ashbrook HS
9:00-11:45 Rehearsal
11:45-12:15 Lunch (Students can bring a bag lunch or purchase through AHS Boosters.)
12:15-12:30 Dress for Concert Performance
1:00pm Concert Begins

Attire: Students should wear Concert Dress! (dress, skirt that is an appropriate length. dress pants, collared shirt, NO JEANS, NO SHORTS, NO SWEATS!)

USC Honor Band Clinic Feb. 8th -11th (Select Students Only)

Winter Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

Class 2-6-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Monday, February 5, 2018

Winter Guard Competition this Saturday 2-10-18 (YORK)



2-1-18

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at York Comprehensive High School in York SC on 2-10-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 10th:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 10:00am
- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 10:30am.
- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch around 2pm.
- Guard performs at York High School at 12:53pm. ($10 admission for parents)
- Award ceremony for Guard is at 5:30pm.
- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.
- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free


Address to York Comprehensive High School:


275 Alexander Love Hwy York, SC 29745


All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. The award ceremony is at 5:30pm. If you have any questions please email or call.


Nicholas Gibson 
Director of Bands 
Forestview High School 
704-861-2625 
803-619-9834 
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us 
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

All County Band Clinic Friday and Saturday (Select Students Only)

USC Honor Band Clinic Feb. 8th -11th (Select Students Only)

Winter Guard Rehearsal Thursday 7pm-9pm

Jazz Band Today After School

Class 2-5-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)

Thursday, February 1, 2018

Percussion Master Class This Friday After School 3:30pm-6:30pm

Guard Competition This Saturday

This letter went home with all the guard students.....

Parents,

The winter guard will perform at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill SC on 2-3-18. We will be carpooling to the event. Again, I am very proud of all of the students accomplishments in this ensemble. Here is some important information about the event on Saturday February 3rd:

GUARD

- Students will meet at the school at 11:30am

- Guard students will car pool to the event. We will leave FHS at 12:00pm. 

- Bring money for concessions. We will go out to lunch around 2pm.

- Guard performs at Northwestern High School at 1:36pm. ($10 admission for parents)

- Award ceremony for Guard is at 8:40pm.

- We would like students to stay the entire time at this show and leave after awards.

- Admission is $10 for adults ($8 children 5-12) Children 5 and under are free


All guard members can leave with their ride after awards. If you have any questions please email or call. 


Nicholas Gibson 
Director of Bands 
Forestview High School 
704-861-2625 
803-619-9834 
njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us 
www.forestviewband.blogspot.com

NC Western Region Jazz Clinic Schedule Change ( Sophia and Riley)

Updated schedule for Friday, February 2nd
11:30am - Registration in front of the Arts Theater
12pm - Begin rehearsals
4pm - 5:30 - Dinner
6pm - 7:30 - Rehearsal

Saturday February 3rd
Normal Schedule.

Guard Practice Tonight 7pm-9pm

Class 2-1-18

SWBAT: WARM UP ON INSTRUMENT WITH BAND BOOK. (3rd/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 Concert Band music . (3rd period)
SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)
SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)
SWBAT: Practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)
SWBAT: Rehearse Wind Ensemble music! (4th pd)