BAND DIRECTOR'S UPDATE

April is nearly in the rear-view mirror with May fast approaching.  We want to pause to present our final band department concert on Thursday evening.  It will include the

Seven O’Clock Jazz, Jazz Ensemble, and Concert Band.  In addition, we will recognize our 2022 seniors for their musicianship and dedication over the years and wish them well before they take the next step in life’s journey.  We hope to see you there!
There are several events on the calendar which happen in the not-so-distant future as well as later this summer.  Please be sure to mark your calendars accordingly.

Jazz Ensemble @ Vocal Music Department ‘Cabaret’ - Thursday, May 5
The Jazz Ensemble will perform in conjunction with students from vocal music on Thursday, May 5 in the New LMS Commons.  More details to follow!

Blue Star Mothers Ceremony - Thursday, May 26
The Marching Band has been invited to return to the Blue Star Mothers Ceremony on Thursday, May 26th. Mark your calendars!!  Details to be released in May.

Memorial Weekend Parade - Saturday, May 28
The Marching Band will also be participating in the annual Memorial Weekend Parade on Saturday, May 28.  Final details on the parade have not been released but I didn’t want to wait to announce our invitation.  Mark your calendars!  Details to be released in May.

2022 “Pride of Grandview Heights” Preseason Schedule
Most of the pre-season schedule for marching band has been finalized.  Please mark your calendars!!!

• Pre-Camp @ GHHS - July 18-22
• Band Camp (Location: Otterbein University) - July 24-29
• Post-Camp Rehearsals - TBA
• Falco Park Season Preview Concert - Sunday, August 14

Thursday April 28
Grandview Heights Bands - Spring Concert
Concert Begins: 7:00PM
Location: NEW LMS (GHHS) Gymnasium
Seven O’Clock Jazz - Report: 6:00PM
Jazz Ensemble - Report: 6:25PM
Concert Band - Report: 6:40PM
Dress: Dress shirt/blouse, dress pants/skirt (tights with skirt), dress shoes.  Tie optional.

Upcoming Events
April
28 GHHS Bands Spring Concert
May
5 Jazz Ensemble @ Cabaret
26 Blue Star Mothers - Memorial Ceremony
28 Memorial Parade
July
18-22 Pre-Camp Week
24-29 Band Camp @ Otterbein University

We are looking forward to seeing everyone on Thursday for the GHHS Bands Spring Concert.
Go Bobcats!
Mr. Herrmann