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Important Dates and Events – Summer 2008
Cold Springs Royal Blue Band

Please schedule all doctor’s appointments and vacations around the following dates. If there is a conflict, please notify me immediately so we can resolve the problem.  Cell # (256) 338-8815. Thank you!

 Drumline Camp – July 7 thru 11 (1 – 8 p.m.) Mandatory for all members of the Royal Blue Drumline. Bring your lunch.

 Rookie Camp – July 21 thru 23  (10 a.m. till noon)

*Mandatory for ALL first year CSHS Band marchers and incoming   7^th grade band members. I will introduce mentors to all new Sr. High band members. Students will learn more about music theory basics and marching fundamentals. Students will need to bring their lunch.

 Music Camp – July 21 thru 25 (1 – 6 p.m.)

*Mandatory for ALL members (7^th thru 12^th grade) of the Royal Blue Band. Show music and stand music will be rehearsed. Bring your lunch. *Wednesday we will end at 5 p.m. for church services.

 Marching Camp – July 28 thru August 1 (1 – 7 p.m.)

*Mandatory for ALL members (7^th thru 12^th) of the Royal Blue Band. Show music and drill will be learned for the 2008 half-time show. Bring your lunch, plenty of water/Gatorade, and sunscreen (NOT suntan lotion). Wednesday we will end at 5 p.m. for church services.

 Performance/Cookout – August 1

Performance at practice field – 6:30 p.m. All Family and friends are invited to attend! Cookout at 6:45 p.m. in CSHS Lunchroom (food and drinks provided by CSHS Band Boosters)

 ***We will start after-school band practices the first full week of school (starting the week of August 11^th) on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s.

 Southeastern All-Star Camp at Good Hope H.S. on June 16 — 20.  All band members are encouraged to go. See Mr. Johnson for a brochure if interested. 

Tips for Band Camp

 The summers down here in the South are always extremely hot, so here are some tips/suggestions to help your child “survive” band camp.

 ·        Always be on time for all practices. Arrive 10 minutes early if possible. If you are going to be late, please call your section leader or drum major.
·        Do not be afraid to ask for help! Section leaders and officers are there to help you.
·        Keep your instrument in good shape and have all the supplies necessary to be successful. (Valve oil, reeds, flip folder, clothes pins, sticks, etc.)
·        Do not stay inside the entire summer leading up to band camp. Go outside often and let yourself get acclimated to the heat. Don’t become dependent on the air conditioner!
·        Wear light colored, loose fitting clothing to camp. No spaghetti straps, sports bras, or such are permitted. Wear a comfortable pair of tennis shoes (sandals, flipflops, “crocs”, Birkenstocks, and boots are not acceptable) Be sure to bring a cap/hat and sunglasses with you to camp. Also, bring plenty of sunscreen (not suntan lotion) and a towel to lay your instrument on.
·        Bring your lunch daily and plenty of water and/or sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade, Propel, etc.) to keep hydrated. We will have coolers of water for your child in case they forget to bring drinks with them. CARBONATED DRINKS are prohibited! The combination of heat and carbonated drinks may make your child extremely sick. You also may want to bring some lip balm (Carmex or DCT) to keep your lips moist and healthy.
·        Come in to camp with a positive, fun attitude willing to work! Don’t be critical of other band members or sections. We are all on the same team and must work together to be successful!
·        Any other questions? Please call me: cell # (256) 338-8815. If I don’t answer, please leave your name, number, and a brief message. Thanks!

 * Congratulations to the following CSHS Royal Blue Band members:
2008-09 CSHS Band Drum Major is LaShae Chapman.
2008-09 CSHS Colorguard members are: Heather Isbell (Captain), Kelsey Swann (Co-captain), Casey Capps, Bree Harbison,
Maegan DiLoreto, Christine McClendon, Gina Moseley, Kody Sellers
2008-09 CSHS Majorette members are: Jessi Wood, Crystal Rollo, Chelsea Rollo, Emily Watts

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