Ypsilanti Public Schools
5BAND NEWSLETTER
Ypsilanti Public Schools
BAND NEWSLETTER
A Publication of the Ypsilanti Band Association for all Bands in the Ypsilanti Public Schools
No. 3December 2001
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YBA Board Members
President:
Donna Schwartz484-0348
email:
Vice President:
Sharon Harr (SE Co-Chair) 487-1376
email:
Secretary:
Debbie Forbes (SE Solicitation)482-5622
Treasurer:
Rich Trombly485-2740
1824 Burns,Ypsilanti, MI 48197
email:
Tour payments (“YBA”) & send to:
Rich Trombly (see address above) Please put your child’s name and purpose on all checks!
Publicist/Band Newsletter:
Kathy Bidelman485-6986
email:
Members at Large:
Shirley Brackney483-9637
Mark Chapman434-5237
Ellen Chenier485-4072
Lisa Dodge (EMS Liaison)482-5117
Becky Faling 434-9421
(U of M Concessions, Chaperone Coordinator)
Cherie Gilmore-Forczak483-7874
(“Phone Tree” calling)
Carol Hayes483-5839
Shari Johnson (Band Uniforms)482-2347
Mary Anne Kane (SE Co-Chair)481-0037
Pam Liederbach (WMS Liaison)482-0884
Kyle Muscato485-0064
Sue Newman482-7914
Karen Reiber434-1425
Linda Sanders (Alumni Rep.)482-8559
Michele Towler485-0593
Mari-jane Trombly485-2740
Carolyn Williams485-8722
Website:
Mark Chapman434-5237
email:
YHS Director of Bands:
David A. Leach714-1033
email:
Middle School Band Directors:
Jennie Lewis, EMS Interim714-1476
Matt Kazmierski, WMS714-1333
YHS Additional Staff:
Scott Heister, Asst. Marching Band Dir./Winter Guard Director
Fred Haydon, Director of Percussion/Winter Drum Line
Guard Staff:Kelly Chapman
Ann Sanborn
Kurtiss Smith
Marlene Steiger
Wendy Walker
Podium Notes
Marching season has finally come to a conclusion, and what a great season we had! We missed the state finals by less than two points. The marching band banquet was great, a special thanks to Kevin Stephens for donating the pizzas and to Donna and David Schwartz for "fetchin'" the pop. Everyone who completed the entire season received a varsity letter; in addition there were several "best of" awards. At the conclusion of the evening, there was a special presentation of a "new" group that we are initiating, the IMB (indoor marching band). For those who have seen "Blast" either on Broadway (where it won a Tony) or on tour throughout the country, you know what the vision is. We hope to build a group of winds and percussionists to compete in Michigan Color Guard Circuit's shows that the Winter Guard performs in. If interested, please see either Scott Heister (Winter Guard instructor) or Fred Haydon, they will be coordinating this new ensemble.
Next season we hope the Marching Band reaches 125, the perfect number for Flight III. If you have a child in band at either East or West, consider encouraging your child to be a member of the biggest organization in YHS, The Ypsilanti High School Marching Braves!
Virginia Beach it is! After the attacks on America and the recent crash of an American Airlines flight in NYC, we have decided to travel to Virginia Beach, Virginia. One of the greatest national festivals takes place there, the "Dixie Classic". Since both the Symphonic Band and the Wind Symphony are touring in conjunction with the Concert and Chamber Choirs of Ypsilanti, and because our Jazz Band singer is a member of the Concert Choir, the Jazz Band will also be competing. This is a great opportunity for the bands of Ypsilanti to showcase our ensembles on a national competitive stage.
I hope that each of you has a joyous and happy holiday season, and that you are surrounded by family and friends. Remember that we should be thankful, especially now, to be in the land of the free and "The home of the Braves!" All the best to you and your families.
- David A. Leach, YHS Director of Bands
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President’s Notes
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great big CONGRATULATIONS to the 2001 Marching Braves on an entertaining and great season.
Now that the hustle and bustle of marching season is over, don't forget the Winter Concerts of the middle schools and the high school. West Middle School is Tuesday, December 11th at the Ypsilanti High School Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. for 6th graders and 7:30 p.m. for 7th and 8th graders. East Middle School is Thursday, December 13th at the Ypsilanti High School Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. for 6th graders and 8 p.m. for 7th and 8th graders. Ypsilanti High School is Friday, December 14th at Eastern Michigan University's Pease Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. ALL concerts are free, so feel free to see them all!
The Ypsilanti Band Association will have a "garage sale" at Pease Auditorium before, during intermission and after the concert. We will have extra greens, Meijer and Hiller gift certificates in $20 denominations, candy, CD's and purple band shirts. Please stop and check out our deals!
Since this is the last newsletter of the year, I want to wish everyone a happy holiday season.
- Donna Schwartz, YBA President
Symphonic Evening 2002
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ymphonic Evening Items Now Due!
Reminder: Symphonic Evening auction items and Family Affair packages are/were due on December 3. If you have missed the deadline, you are not off the hook; we are still counting on your contribution to make Symphonic Evening a rousing success. Unusual items sell especially well. In the past, families have been able to obtain interesting items like a hot air balloon ride, two monthly passes to a movie for a year, a football signed by the National Champion Michigan Wolverine football team so use your imagination! If you have any questions about Symphonic Evening, please call either Sharon Harr (487-1376) or Mary Anne Kane (481-0037).
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“Eye on Alumni”
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eth Manor ('99) is a student at Grand Valley State University. Beth is co-captain of Fall Guard for the Marching Lakers. She loves marching and flags, but writing the routines is a lot of work.
If you have or know about an alumni of the YHS band program, please let Donna Schwartz know by calling (484-0348) or email ().
Virginia Beach Tour Payment
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ext tour payment is due: February 2 ($200).
YBA Band Meetings - Reminder!
December 117-8:30 p.m.Band Room
January 87-8:30 p.m.Band Room
All parents invited to attend! Hope to see you there!
February Newsletter Deadline!
The deadline for submissions for the next newsletter is:
Friday, January 11th
Please submit your article or any ideas via email to:
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5th Annual
“Pack Pease with Poinsettias”
YHS Bands Winter Concert
Friday, December 14, 2001, 7:30 pm
Pease Auditorium
Eastern Michigan University
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his, believe it or not, is not a fundraiser of any kind! Thank someone by giving him or her a poinsettia or purchase a poinsettia in remembrance of someone. The poinsettias are available for $8.00 each and are in a 6.5-inch pot. If interested, please complete the coupon below and return it to Mr. Leach, on or before Friday, December 7th. The poinsettias will be placed on the edge of the stage during the concert at Pease Auditorium and you may pick it up immediately following the concert.
Please cut along line
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“Pack Pease with Poinsettias”
Yes, I would like to purchase a poinsettia to "Pack Pease" on December 14th!
Names to appear in the concert program (please print):
Purchaser’s Name:
In Honor of ("a special thank you to"):
In Memory of:
Cost: $8.00 each poinsettia, please make your check out to “YBA- Pack Pease”.
Deadline: Please return completed order form and payment to Mr. Leach on or before Friday, December 7th.
Questions: Call Donna Schwartz or Kathy Bidelman.
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