Good Evening,
I hope that everyone has enjoyed their summer and is looking forward to another superior year of Bridgewater Bands! We have a busy year ahead and we are excited to get started.
I wanted to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Brett Wilson, our new associate band director at Bridgewater Middle School! Mr. Wilson, a trombone player, was most recently teaching in Iowa. I know that Mr. Wilson is looking forward to returning to teach in Florida where he first started his teaching career and also working with our wonderful Bridgewater students.
I also wanted to make sure that as students were receiving their schedules to let parents know that the schedules are not necessarily final and the schedule that students will receive at Meet Your Teacher this Thursday will more accurately reflect band placements. We have had some placement changes over the summer as well as name changes for the classes and the schedules given out thus far have not necessarily reflected those updates. That being said, if anything on your schedule doesn't look correct or you are missing a band class (for example, you wanted to be placed in jazz band and it isn't on your schedule) - please let me know so that I can work with guidance to ensure that this is taken care of before the year begins.
I look forward to seeing everyone very soon!
Ms. Cannon
Monday, August 12, 2013
Monday, August 5, 2013
UCF All-State Prep Clinic
Good morning,
The University of Central Florida will be holding free All-State audition preparation clinics on Saturday, August 24. These clinics will take place with UCF professors and are intended to help students who plan to audition for the All-State band.
Link for more information: http://music.cah.ucf.edu/camps/allstate.php
Link for registration: http://music.cah.ucf.edu/camps/allstateprep.php
The All-State band rehearses and performs at the Florida Music Educators Association professional development conference in January in Tampa.
Auditions for the All-State band will be at the end of September. Students in 8th grade or 8th grade band classes are highly encouraged to participate in the audition process.
I hope everyone is enjoying their summer - don't forget to practice!
Ms. Cannon
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Bridgewater Band Info - 7/25
Good morning,
I am very excited to announce that the Bridgewater Wind Ensemble has been selected to perform at the 2014 Florida Music Educators Association conference in Tampa in January. An entire concert will be dedicated to Bridgewater at this event where our students will have the opportunity to perform for all of the music teachers and music professionals in the state of Florida.
This is a wonderful accomplishment and we will start from the very beginning of the year preparing our program. We plan to have many guest clinicians coming in to work with the Wind Ensemble and also a few guest conductors for this event. More information will be coming home once school begins.
I hope everyone is enjoying their summer,
Ms. Cannon
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Bridgewater Band Info - 7/17
Good Afternoon Band Families,
I wanted to let you know that I will not be returning to Bridgewater this school year. I have been given an opportunity to serve as the District Resource Teacher for Music K-12. While I am excited about this new opportunity, I will miss the working with the students at Bridgewater. There are a lot of exciting things coming up for the Bridgewater Band this year; I look forward to hearing about all of the successes of the band students under the direction of Ms. Cannon.
I also wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for all of your help and support. One of the greatest parts about teaching at Bridgewater has been getting to know and interact with the families and community. I have been very fortunate to have worked with great kids in a school that values arts education. The last six years have been an absolute pleasure.
Thank you,
Mr. Antmann
I wanted to let you know that I will not be returning to Bridgewater this school year. I have been given an opportunity to serve as the District Resource Teacher for Music K-12. While I am excited about this new opportunity, I will miss the working with the students at Bridgewater. There are a lot of exciting things coming up for the Bridgewater Band this year; I look forward to hearing about all of the successes of the band students under the direction of Ms. Cannon.
I also wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for all of your help and support. One of the greatest parts about teaching at Bridgewater has been getting to know and interact with the families and community. I have been very fortunate to have worked with great kids in a school that values arts education. The last six years have been an absolute pleasure.
Thank you,
Mr. Antmann
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Summer Camp/Volunteers
Good Afternoon,
This is a reminder that our summer camp starts next week! We still have space for students, you can register at camp.bridgewaterband.com.
Also, if you or your child is planning on being a volunteer, please fill out this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/103RPKkhgf1ZgkI7lfNNuwlXH7gjUHN-JjK97aGXmPiU/viewform
This will help us know who is coming.
Thanks,
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that our summer camp starts next week! We still have space for students, you can register at camp.bridgewaterband.com.
Also, if you or your child is planning on being a volunteer, please fill out this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/103RPKkhgf1ZgkI7lfNNuwlXH7gjUHN-JjK97aGXmPiU/viewform
This will help us know who is coming.
Thanks,
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Camp
Good Afternoon,
This is a reminder that the summer camp registration deadline is this week! Camp is starting to fill quickly. Please remember that this camp is not only for current band students; it is open to all students entering grades 1-8, regardless of music experience!
We'd like to see all returning band students participate in camp if possible. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help make this possible for your child. Students who attend will make 8-10 weeks of progress in 8 short days.
Students entering grades 4-8 who have never been in band before can participate in the beginning band camp. We provide an instrument, teach them to read music, and teach them to play the instrument. These students will learn enough during camp to perform in the camp concert.
Students entering grades 1-3 participate in the elementary music camp. This camp is taught by certified elementary music teachers.
Here is the link for registration:
camp.bridgewaterband.com
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that the summer camp registration deadline is this week! Camp is starting to fill quickly. Please remember that this camp is not only for current band students; it is open to all students entering grades 1-8, regardless of music experience!
We'd like to see all returning band students participate in camp if possible. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help make this possible for your child. Students who attend will make 8-10 weeks of progress in 8 short days.
Students entering grades 4-8 who have never been in band before can participate in the beginning band camp. We provide an instrument, teach them to read music, and teach them to play the instrument. These students will learn enough during camp to perform in the camp concert.
Students entering grades 1-3 participate in the elementary music camp. This camp is taught by certified elementary music teachers.
Here is the link for registration:
camp.bridgewaterband.com
Mr. Antmann
Monday, June 3, 2013
Summer Music Camp
Good Afternoon,
This is a reminder that the summer camp registration deadline is this week! Camp is starting to fill quickly. Please remember that this camp is not only for current band students; it is open to all students entering grades 1-8, regardless of music experience!
We'd like to see all returning band students participate in camp if possible. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help make this possible for your child. Students who attend will make 8-10 weeks of progress in 8 short days.
Students entering grades 4-8 who have never been in band before can participate in the beginning band camp. We provide an instrument, teach them to read music, and teach them to play the instrument. These students will learn enough during camp to perform in the camp concert.
Students entering grades 1-3 participate in the elementary music camp. This camp is taught by certified elementary music teachers.
Here is the link for registration:
camp.bridgewaterband.com
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that the summer camp registration deadline is this week! Camp is starting to fill quickly. Please remember that this camp is not only for current band students; it is open to all students entering grades 1-8, regardless of music experience!
We'd like to see all returning band students participate in camp if possible. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help make this possible for your child. Students who attend will make 8-10 weeks of progress in 8 short days.
Students entering grades 4-8 who have never been in band before can participate in the beginning band camp. We provide an instrument, teach them to read music, and teach them to play the instrument. These students will learn enough during camp to perform in the camp concert.
Students entering grades 1-3 participate in the elementary music camp. This camp is taught by certified elementary music teachers.
Here is the link for registration:
camp.bridgewaterband.com
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Band Concert
Good Morning,
Please read all the way through - lots of information here...
Congratulations to all of our band families and hard-working students for a terrific spring concert last night. We have had a very successful school year, and have started our preparations for this summer and next school year. Here are some reminders (more details will be sent out about all of these over the next week):
- We have about a week left for summer music camp registration, and we still have space left. We would like all returning band students to be at camp if possible. If there is anything we can do to help make this possible for your child, please let me know. We have 12 teachers and about 75 high school volunteers to make it a fun and productive experience. This is especially important for students who will be in our advanced ensembles. Camp is open to all students entering grades 1-8. Registration information can be found at www.bridgewaterband.com.
- All school instruments should be returned to Bridgewater by tomorrow. I will send out a summer rental form so instruments can (and should) be taken home for the summer.
- I have received a couple of emails about whether or not to return instruments to the music stores over the summer. Please do not do this - it is important that students practice/play during the summer. Students who do not play at all over the summer risk losing the progress they have made this year, and could result in some needing to repeat beginning band. I will send out an email about summer playing opportunities for students (the best being band camp).
- Wind Ensemble students (boys) should have returned their jackets/bow ties/cummerbunds by Friday.
- We are looking for new parents to take over some leadership openings with our band parent group for next year. If you would like to be involved, please email me ASAP.
Mr. Antmann
Please read all the way through - lots of information here...
Congratulations to all of our band families and hard-working students for a terrific spring concert last night. We have had a very successful school year, and have started our preparations for this summer and next school year. Here are some reminders (more details will be sent out about all of these over the next week):
- We have about a week left for summer music camp registration, and we still have space left. We would like all returning band students to be at camp if possible. If there is anything we can do to help make this possible for your child, please let me know. We have 12 teachers and about 75 high school volunteers to make it a fun and productive experience. This is especially important for students who will be in our advanced ensembles. Camp is open to all students entering grades 1-8. Registration information can be found at www.bridgewaterband.com.
- All school instruments should be returned to Bridgewater by tomorrow. I will send out a summer rental form so instruments can (and should) be taken home for the summer.
- I have received a couple of emails about whether or not to return instruments to the music stores over the summer. Please do not do this - it is important that students practice/play during the summer. Students who do not play at all over the summer risk losing the progress they have made this year, and could result in some needing to repeat beginning band. I will send out an email about summer playing opportunities for students (the best being band camp).
- Wind Ensemble students (boys) should have returned their jackets/bow ties/cummerbunds by Friday.
- We are looking for new parents to take over some leadership openings with our band parent group for next year. If you would like to be involved, please email me ASAP.
Mr. Antmann
Monday, May 27, 2013
Concert Tonight!
Good Morning,
This is a quick reminder that our spring concert is tonight (Tuesday). All students should be seated, in full uniform, at 6:00pm. The concert starts at 6:30, and should conclude by 8:00pm.
Also, we will be having a reception for our 8th-grade students immediately following the concert. We are asking each 8th-grade family to bring a dessert-type item to share. These can be placed in the cafeteria prior to the concert.
Mr. Antmann
This is a quick reminder that our spring concert is tonight (Tuesday). All students should be seated, in full uniform, at 6:00pm. The concert starts at 6:30, and should conclude by 8:00pm.
Also, we will be having a reception for our 8th-grade students immediately following the concert. We are asking each 8th-grade family to bring a dessert-type item to share. These can be placed in the cafeteria prior to the concert.
Mr. Antmann
Sunday, May 26, 2013
Bridgewater Band Reminders
Good Morning-
Three important reminders:
1. Our Spring Concert is Tuesday night (5/28), at 6:30pm, in the school gym. All students should be seated, in full uniform, by 6:00pm. After the concert, we will be having a reception for our 8th grade students in the cafeteria, which will include a slide show. We are asking each 8th grade family to bring some sort of dessert to share. This can be dropped off in the cafeteria prior to the concert.
2. We are still looking for photos or videos for our slide show - if you have some to share, please email Ms. Cannon (charlene.cannon@ocps.net) ASAP.
3. This is a reminder that the deadline for summer camp registration is quickly approaching. We would like to see all returning band students at camp this summer. Our camp is open to all students entering grades 1-8. Students at camp typically make 8-10 weeks worth of progress in just 8 days. Please don't forget to sign up - visit www.bridgewaterband.com, and click on "camp."
Enjoy the rest of your weekend,
Mr. Antmann
Three important reminders:
1. Our Spring Concert is Tuesday night (5/28), at 6:30pm, in the school gym. All students should be seated, in full uniform, by 6:00pm. After the concert, we will be having a reception for our 8th grade students in the cafeteria, which will include a slide show. We are asking each 8th grade family to bring some sort of dessert to share. This can be dropped off in the cafeteria prior to the concert.
2. We are still looking for photos or videos for our slide show - if you have some to share, please email Ms. Cannon (charlene.cannon@ocps.net) ASAP.
3. This is a reminder that the deadline for summer camp registration is quickly approaching. We would like to see all returning band students at camp this summer. Our camp is open to all students entering grades 1-8. Students at camp typically make 8-10 weeks worth of progress in just 8 days. Please don't forget to sign up - visit www.bridgewaterband.com, and click on "camp."
Enjoy the rest of your weekend,
Mr. Antmann
Monday, May 20, 2013
Spring Concert Reminder
Good Morning,
This is a reminder that our spring concert is coming up on May 28th. This year, we are trying a different format for our concert. All groups will be in one concert, which will be in the gym at 6:30pm.
There will be a reception for all 8th grade band students in the cafeteria following the concert. We are asking each 8th grade family to bring a dessert to share. These can be dropped off before the concert. The reception will feature a slide show of our year.
See you next week,
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that our spring concert is coming up on May 28th. This year, we are trying a different format for our concert. All groups will be in one concert, which will be in the gym at 6:30pm.
There will be a reception for all 8th grade band students in the cafeteria following the concert. We are asking each 8th grade family to bring a dessert to share. These can be dropped off before the concert. The reception will feature a slide show of our year.
See you next week,
Mr. Antmann
Disney Trip - Tomorrow!
Good Afternoon -
This is a reminder that our Symphonic Band will be going to EPCOT and Downtown Disney tomorrow. Here are some last-minute reminders.
All students need to bring their band uniform with them in a bag. This includes black shoes and black socks (boys), as well as all other uniform parts.
We will be having lunch early at school. I strongly encourage students to bring a bag lunch if possible. This will help us leave on time/
All students should be wearing their band t-shirt when they arrive tomorrow.
We will be departing BMS at about 11:10am. We will have dinner in EPCOT around 5, then depart for downtown Disney. The performance will be at 8pm (as long as weather cooperates).
If you would like to take your child home from the performance, just meet us at the buses after. Please be sure to sign them out with their chaperone.
Finally, we should arrive at BMS by 9:00pm, and will park in the car loop. Please park in a parking space so we can get the buses in the loop.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that our Symphonic Band will be going to EPCOT and Downtown Disney tomorrow. Here are some last-minute reminders.
All students need to bring their band uniform with them in a bag. This includes black shoes and black socks (boys), as well as all other uniform parts.
We will be having lunch early at school. I strongly encourage students to bring a bag lunch if possible. This will help us leave on time/
All students should be wearing their band t-shirt when they arrive tomorrow.
We will be departing BMS at about 11:10am. We will have dinner in EPCOT around 5, then depart for downtown Disney. The performance will be at 8pm (as long as weather cooperates).
If you would like to take your child home from the performance, just meet us at the buses after. Please be sure to sign them out with their chaperone.
Finally, we should arrive at BMS by 9:00pm, and will park in the car loop. Please park in a parking space so we can get the buses in the loop.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Friday, May 17, 2013
8th grade parents
This is a message for 8th-grade parents from the West Orange HS Band:
Reminder to all 8th grade future incoming freshman to West Orange!
Please join us on Monday 5/20 for a Potluck dinner at the West Orange Cafeteria to meet our band directors
6pm
RSVP to WOWarriorBand@gamil.com
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Disney Trip Chaperones - Last Call!
Good Morning,
We still have 5 openings for chaperones on our Disney trip. Our Symphonic Band will be performing at Downtown Disney next Tuesday at 8pm, and will be spending the day in EPCOT.
Chaperone cost is $35, which includes the cost of the bus plus a meal coupon for dinner.
Chaperones need to register in ADDitions, which can be done at volunteer.ocps.net.
Chaperone spots will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Mr. Antmann
We still have 5 openings for chaperones on our Disney trip. Our Symphonic Band will be performing at Downtown Disney next Tuesday at 8pm, and will be spending the day in EPCOT.
Chaperone cost is $35, which includes the cost of the bus plus a meal coupon for dinner.
Chaperones need to register in ADDitions, which can be done at volunteer.ocps.net.
Chaperone spots will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Mr. Antmann
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Disney Trip Reminder - Symphonic Band
Good Afternoon,
This is a reminder that all permission slips for our Disney performance trip were due last week.
Our Symphonic Band has been invited to perform at Downtown Disney on May 21, at 8:00pm. This is a very exciting opportunity. The performance will be on the dock stage right near the main Disney store.
We are also inviting our 7th grade students in Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds.
We will be spending the day at EPCOT - the admission is free because of our performance!
The $35 fee covers the cost of our charter buses, and a dinner coupon for EPCOT.
We also need about 10 more chaperones - the cost per chaperone is $35 and these spots are first come-first served.
The performance is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there.
Here is a link to the field trip letter and form:
https://teacher.ocps.net/michael.antmann/downloads-2/files/Disney.pdf
The deadline for this form will be tomorrow (Wednesday). After Wednesday, we will offer open spots to other students.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that all permission slips for our Disney performance trip were due last week.
Our Symphonic Band has been invited to perform at Downtown Disney on May 21, at 8:00pm. This is a very exciting opportunity. The performance will be on the dock stage right near the main Disney store.
We are also inviting our 7th grade students in Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds.
We will be spending the day at EPCOT - the admission is free because of our performance!
The $35 fee covers the cost of our charter buses, and a dinner coupon for EPCOT.
We also need about 10 more chaperones - the cost per chaperone is $35 and these spots are first come-first served.
The performance is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there.
Here is a link to the field trip letter and form:
https://teacher.ocps.net/michael.antmann/downloads-2/files/Disney.pdf
The deadline for this form will be tomorrow (Wednesday). After Wednesday, we will offer open spots to other students.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Last Call - Early Registration Discount for Summer Music Camp
Good Afternoon,
I've meant to send out more communications about summer camp, but have been tied up the last couple of weeks. We have extended the deadline to receive the discount through the end of the day, tomorrow, May 1. Here is the information I originally sent out:
Our camp is open to all students enter grades 1-8. Grades 1-3 is our elementary music camp, and grades 4-8 is band camp. We would like for all returning band students to participate in camp if possible. Students who attend camp will typicall make 3-4 months progress in just 8 days. The total cost for camp is $165, and there are discounts for families sending multiple students.
We also have an early registration discount. The first 50 students to register on or before May 1st will receive a $25 discount - So registration would be $140 per students, and $120 per student in families sending multiple children.
The camp is a comprehensive music experience. We have a staff of 10-12 certified music teachers and professional musicians, as well as over 50 high school volunteers to help make sure every student makes progress. Our elementary camp is taught by certified, licensed elementary school music teachers. All students participate in an end-of-camp concert. It really is a great event.
New for this year - you can now register online! Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, click on "Camp!" at the top. You can pay on the website, and then fill out the registration form. We are also accepted the traditional paper registrations.
Please help us by forwarding this information to anyone you think may be interested - regardless of where they go to school.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
I've meant to send out more communications about summer camp, but have been tied up the last couple of weeks. We have extended the deadline to receive the discount through the end of the day, tomorrow, May 1. Here is the information I originally sent out:
Our camp is open to all students enter grades 1-8. Grades 1-3 is our elementary music camp, and grades 4-8 is band camp. We would like for all returning band students to participate in camp if possible. Students who attend camp will typicall make 3-4 months progress in just 8 days. The total cost for camp is $165, and there are discounts for families sending multiple students.
We also have an early registration discount. The first 50 students to register on or before May 1st will receive a $25 discount - So registration would be $140 per students, and $120 per student in families sending multiple children.
The camp is a comprehensive music experience. We have a staff of 10-12 certified music teachers and professional musicians, as well as over 50 high school volunteers to help make sure every student makes progress. Our elementary camp is taught by certified, licensed elementary school music teachers. All students participate in an end-of-camp concert. It really is a great event.
New for this year - you can now register online! Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, click on "Camp!" at the top. You can pay on the website, and then fill out the registration form. We are also accepted the traditional paper registrations.
Please help us by forwarding this information to anyone you think may be interested - regardless of where they go to school.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Monday, April 15, 2013
Spring Band Trip Meeting
Good Morning,
We will be having our meeting for the Gatlinburg Trip on next Tuesday, April 23, at 6:00pm. Each student needs to have at least one parent in attendance. At this meeting we will be going through all of the details and procedures for the trip, covering medication procedures, and we will be filling out all final paperwork.
Students are not required to attend. We are asking that students not be at this meeting as space is very limited.
The planned departure time on Thursday, May 2, is 6:30am. We will be meeting in the cafeteria at 6:00am. This year, our cafeteria has offered to serve breakfast. Please consider buying breakfast in the cafeteria that morning.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
We will be having our meeting for the Gatlinburg Trip on next Tuesday, April 23, at 6:00pm. Each student needs to have at least one parent in attendance. At this meeting we will be going through all of the details and procedures for the trip, covering medication procedures, and we will be filling out all final paperwork.
Students are not required to attend. We are asking that students not be at this meeting as space is very limited.
The planned departure time on Thursday, May 2, is 6:30am. We will be meeting in the cafeteria at 6:00am. This year, our cafeteria has offered to serve breakfast. Please consider buying breakfast in the cafeteria that morning.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Summer Music Camp!
Good Afternoon,
We have started registration for the our annual West Orange Summer Music Camp at Bridgewater Middle School. I will send more details home a little later, but lots of information can be found in the brochure, which is on the website. New for this year - you can register and pay online!
Our camp is open to all students enter grades 1-8. Grades 1-3 is our elementary music camp, and grades 4-8 is band camp. We would like for all returning band students to participate in camp if possible. Students who attend camp will typicall make 3-4 months progress in just 8 days. The total cost for camp is $165, and there are discounts for families sending multiple students.
We also have an early registration discount. The first 50 students to register before April 20th will receive a $25 discount - So registration would be $140 per students, and $120 per student in families sending multiple children.
The camp is a comprehensive music experience. We have a staff of 10-12 certified music teachers and professional musicians, as well as over 50 high school volunteers to help make sure every student makes progress. Our elementary camp is taught by certified, licensed elementary school music teachers. All students participate in an end-of-camp concert. It really is a great event.
New for this year - you can now register online! Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, click on "Camp!" at the top. You can pay on the website, and then fill out the registration form. We are also accepted the traditional paper registrations.
Please help us by forwarding this information to anyone you think may be interested - regardless of where they go to school.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
We have started registration for the our annual West Orange Summer Music Camp at Bridgewater Middle School. I will send more details home a little later, but lots of information can be found in the brochure, which is on the website. New for this year - you can register and pay online!
Our camp is open to all students enter grades 1-8. Grades 1-3 is our elementary music camp, and grades 4-8 is band camp. We would like for all returning band students to participate in camp if possible. Students who attend camp will typicall make 3-4 months progress in just 8 days. The total cost for camp is $165, and there are discounts for families sending multiple students.
We also have an early registration discount. The first 50 students to register before April 20th will receive a $25 discount - So registration would be $140 per students, and $120 per student in families sending multiple children.
The camp is a comprehensive music experience. We have a staff of 10-12 certified music teachers and professional musicians, as well as over 50 high school volunteers to help make sure every student makes progress. Our elementary camp is taught by certified, licensed elementary school music teachers. All students participate in an end-of-camp concert. It really is a great event.
New for this year - you can now register online! Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, click on "Camp!" at the top. You can pay on the website, and then fill out the registration form. We are also accepted the traditional paper registrations.
Please help us by forwarding this information to anyone you think may be interested - regardless of where they go to school.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Last Call - Band Trip Openings
Good Morning,
We still have a couple of openings on our spring band trip to Gatlinburg, TN. Total cost is $469. I sent out an email earlier this week opening the trip up to 2nd period Symphonic Band students. Our final roster is due today (Thursday). Please let me know if you would like one of the spots before 1:00pm.
Please let me know if you have any questions-
Mr. Antmann
We still have a couple of openings on our spring band trip to Gatlinburg, TN. Total cost is $469. I sent out an email earlier this week opening the trip up to 2nd period Symphonic Band students. Our final roster is due today (Thursday). Please let me know if you would like one of the spots before 1:00pm.
Please let me know if you have any questions-
Mr. Antmann
Monday, April 1, 2013
Band Trip - Spots Available, Important Information
Good Afternoon,
Two seperate announcements, please read all the way through.
Space Available
We have a few spots still available on our spring band trip to Gatlinburg, TN (May 2-5). These spots are being opened up to 7th and 8th grade students in our 2nd period Symphonic Band.
The total cost of the trip is $469, which includes all transportation, hotel, activities, dinners, and breakfast.
We have a maximum of 4 female spots, and 4 male spots. These spots will be first come, first served.
Final Payments Due
This is the last call for all outstanding payments. Final payment was due on March 6, and our payment to our travel agent is past due. We must have all outstanding payments by Wednesday, April 3.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Two seperate announcements, please read all the way through.
Space Available
We have a few spots still available on our spring band trip to Gatlinburg, TN (May 2-5). These spots are being opened up to 7th and 8th grade students in our 2nd period Symphonic Band.
The total cost of the trip is $469, which includes all transportation, hotel, activities, dinners, and breakfast.
We have a maximum of 4 female spots, and 4 male spots. These spots will be first come, first served.
Final Payments Due
This is the last call for all outstanding payments. Final payment was due on March 6, and our payment to our travel agent is past due. We must have all outstanding payments by Wednesday, April 3.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Spring Band Trip - Final Payment - URGENT
Good Morning,
This is a reminder for the families participating in the spring trip that the final payment is due, and needs to be paid before Spring Break so we can make our final payment to the travel agency.
Please email me if you need a final balance (also copy Ms. Cannon on the email) - I am out of town today and won't have access to my email, but I can get you a balance by the morning.
Also, we are now able to take final payments of any amount online by credit or debit card. Here is the link:
https://www.mypaynetapps.com/pay.php?item=4705313636999936546603940516
Once you know your final balance, you will be able to enter it and pay online.
Have a good day,
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder for the families participating in the spring trip that the final payment is due, and needs to be paid before Spring Break so we can make our final payment to the travel agency.
Please email me if you need a final balance (also copy Ms. Cannon on the email) - I am out of town today and won't have access to my email, but I can get you a balance by the morning.
Also, we are now able to take final payments of any amount online by credit or debit card. Here is the link:
https://www.mypaynetapps.com/pay.php?item=4705313636999936546603940516
Once you know your final balance, you will be able to enter it and pay online.
Have a good day,
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Important - Wind Ensemble Reminders
This email is for Wind Ensemble families only.
This is a quick reminder that Wind Ensemble students will have their final rehearsal for MPA tomorrow morning before school. Students should be on campus by 8:20am. It's very important that all students arrive on time.
These students need to bring their full uniform in a garment bag or labeled bag with them to rehearsal (including shoes and socks). This will be stored until 3:00pm on Friday, which is when they will change.
Also, we will have dinner immediately after school. Students have the option of ordering Chic-fil-A, or bringing a dinner with them. The order is due tomorrow morning - they can fill out the form when the arrive. The cost of the Chic-fil-A dinner is $5.
We still need a couple of volunteers to help with uniforms tomorrow morning, and to chaperone Friday evening.
Again, this email is only for Wind Ensemble families.
Please let me know if you have any questions, Mr. Antmann
Symphonic Band at MPA Tomorrow!
Good Morning,
This is a reminder that our Symphonic Band is performing at MPA tomorrow. The performance is at 12:00pm, at Oak Ridge High School. Students will perform on stage at 12:00, and then sightreading around 12:25pm. Here are some last-minute reminders:
- We still need 2 chaperones. Please email me if you are available to help!!
- Students should be in the band room, in full uniform by 9:25am. If they ride a bus that may be late, it may be best to come by car.
- Uniform includes black shoes (no sneakers, must be all black). Boys must have long, black socks.
- Students must bring a bagged lunch.
- We will return during 6th period, so students should be prepared to go to 7th period.
- All permission slips should be in at this time.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that our Symphonic Band is performing at MPA tomorrow. The performance is at 12:00pm, at Oak Ridge High School. Students will perform on stage at 12:00, and then sightreading around 12:25pm. Here are some last-minute reminders:
- We still need 2 chaperones. Please email me if you are available to help!!
- Students should be in the band room, in full uniform by 9:25am. If they ride a bus that may be late, it may be best to come by car.
- Uniform includes black shoes (no sneakers, must be all black). Boys must have long, black socks.
- Students must bring a bagged lunch.
- We will return during 6th period, so students should be prepared to go to 7th period.
- All permission slips should be in at this time.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Monday, March 11, 2013
MPA Week Info
Good Evening,
Here are some very important reminders for this week:
All permission slips for all Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students were due this past Monday. If you need a copy of the permission slip, please email Ms. Cannon: charlene.cannon@ocps.net. These were available at the Pre-MPA Concert last week, and every day in class since that evening.
We desperately need chaperones for this week. Please let me know if you can help.
Here is the timeline for this week:
Tuesday, March 12:
Wind Ensemble performance for 5th grade families. Students should be in the band room, in full uniform by 5:10pm. The students will be dismissed at 6:00pm.
Thursday, March 14:
Wind Ensemble dress rehearsal (final rehearsal): 8:25-9:15am. This is a required for all Wind Ensemble students. These students received this information two weeks ago; we will not be meeting in class due to other class's MPA performance, so this is very important. ALSO - All students will need to bring their uniform in some sort of garment bag, labeled, to the morning practice. If you are available, we'd like to have a couple of parents at this practice to check uniforms.
Symphonic Band Performance at MPA - 12:00pm
We will be leaving Bridgewater at 10:15am. All students will need a bagged lunch. We are still in need of 3 chaperones. Please email me ASAP if you can help! Students need to be in the band room, in full uniform by 9:30am.
Friday, March 15:
Symphonic Winds Performance at MPA - 12:00pm
We will be leaving Bridgewater at 10:15am. All students will need a bagged lunch. We are still in need of 5 chaperones. Please email me ASAP if you can help! Students need to be in the band room, in full uniform by 9:30am.
Wind Ensemble Performance at MPA - 6:50pm
Students will meet in the band room to change at 3:15pm. We will have dinner before we leave at about 4:15. We should return by about 8:30pm. We need about 6-7 more chaperones for this. These students need to bring their uniform to school at the before-school practice Thursday (labeled).
All performances are at Oak Ridge High School; we'd love a big audience!
Please let me know if you have questions,
Mr. Antmann
Here are some very important reminders for this week:
All permission slips for all Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students were due this past Monday. If you need a copy of the permission slip, please email Ms. Cannon: charlene.cannon@ocps.net. These were available at the Pre-MPA Concert last week, and every day in class since that evening.
We desperately need chaperones for this week. Please let me know if you can help.
Here is the timeline for this week:
Tuesday, March 12:
Wind Ensemble performance for 5th grade families. Students should be in the band room, in full uniform by 5:10pm. The students will be dismissed at 6:00pm.
Thursday, March 14:
Wind Ensemble dress rehearsal (final rehearsal): 8:25-9:15am. This is a required for all Wind Ensemble students. These students received this information two weeks ago; we will not be meeting in class due to other class's MPA performance, so this is very important. ALSO - All students will need to bring their uniform in some sort of garment bag, labeled, to the morning practice. If you are available, we'd like to have a couple of parents at this practice to check uniforms.
Symphonic Band Performance at MPA - 12:00pm
We will be leaving Bridgewater at 10:15am. All students will need a bagged lunch. We are still in need of 3 chaperones. Please email me ASAP if you can help! Students need to be in the band room, in full uniform by 9:30am.
Friday, March 15:
Symphonic Winds Performance at MPA - 12:00pm
We will be leaving Bridgewater at 10:15am. All students will need a bagged lunch. We are still in need of 5 chaperones. Please email me ASAP if you can help! Students need to be in the band room, in full uniform by 9:30am.
Wind Ensemble Performance at MPA - 6:50pm
Students will meet in the band room to change at 3:15pm. We will have dinner before we leave at about 4:15. We should return by about 8:30pm. We need about 6-7 more chaperones for this. These students need to bring their uniform to school at the before-school practice Thursday (labeled).
All performances are at Oak Ridge High School; we'd love a big audience!
Please let me know if you have questions,
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Band Reminders - 3/7/13
Good Morning,
Here a few quick reminders.
Great job by all the bands that performed at the pre-MPA concert. Information sheets and permission slips for the MPA concerts next week were available at the concert. If you did not get one, please ask your child to pick them up in the band room.
The Wind Ensemble students have a performance next Tuesday after school - they should be ready, in full uniform by 5:10pm, and will be dismissed at 6:00pm.
Here are the performance times for next week:
Symphonic Band - 12:00pm, Thursday
Symphonic Winds - 12:00pm, Friday
Wind Ensemble - 6:50pm, Friday
All concerts are at Oak Ridge High School and are open to the public. We still need lots of chaperones! Please let us know if you can help.
If you have any questions today or Friday, please email Ms. Cannon as I will be away from my email.
Thanks,
Mr. Antmann
Here a few quick reminders.
Great job by all the bands that performed at the pre-MPA concert. Information sheets and permission slips for the MPA concerts next week were available at the concert. If you did not get one, please ask your child to pick them up in the band room.
The Wind Ensemble students have a performance next Tuesday after school - they should be ready, in full uniform by 5:10pm, and will be dismissed at 6:00pm.
Here are the performance times for next week:
Symphonic Band - 12:00pm, Thursday
Symphonic Winds - 12:00pm, Friday
Wind Ensemble - 6:50pm, Friday
All concerts are at Oak Ridge High School and are open to the public. We still need lots of chaperones! Please let us know if you can help.
If you have any questions today or Friday, please email Ms. Cannon as I will be away from my email.
Thanks,
Mr. Antmann
Monday, March 4, 2013
Pre-MPA Concert - Tomorrow Night!
Good Afternoon,
This is a quick reminder that tomorrow evening is our pre-MPA Concert, and is required for all Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students. The concert will be brief and starts at 6:30pm.
Symphonic Band and Symphonic Winds students will need to be seated by 6:00pm for warm up. Wind Ensemble students will need to be seated by 6:20pm.
All students are free to leave immediately following their performance.
All students need to be in the full band uniform. This includes black shoes and black socks for boys.
See you tomorrow,
Mr. Antmann
This is a quick reminder that tomorrow evening is our pre-MPA Concert, and is required for all Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students. The concert will be brief and starts at 6:30pm.
Symphonic Band and Symphonic Winds students will need to be seated by 6:00pm for warm up. Wind Ensemble students will need to be seated by 6:20pm.
All students are free to leave immediately following their performance.
All students need to be in the full band uniform. This includes black shoes and black socks for boys.
See you tomorrow,
Mr. Antmann
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Jazz Band Performance - Monday Morning
This is a quick reminder for jazz band 1 students that there is a performance at 9:35am tomorrow. There is no uniform for this, and it is not a formal performance. Students should report to the band room when they get to school in the morning.
Mr. Antmann
Mr. Antmann
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Symphonic Band Camp - Friday!
Good Morning,
This is a reminder that tonight is the beginning of our annual Symphonic Band Camp. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students. Students should be at Bridgewater by 6:10.
Also, if you have not already sent it in, please don't forget the $10 for the event. This covers lunch on Saturday, as well as the cost for the extra instructors for the weekend.
Finally - don't forget that trip payment #4 was due a couple of weeks ago. The final payment is due in March. I will have an updated spreadsheet of all accounts by Saturday AM. If you would like to stop in Saturday during the event to check on a final balance, I will be ready with the information. We can also accept trip payments this weekend.
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that tonight is the beginning of our annual Symphonic Band Camp. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students. Students should be at Bridgewater by 6:10.
Also, if you have not already sent it in, please don't forget the $10 for the event. This covers lunch on Saturday, as well as the cost for the extra instructors for the weekend.
Finally - don't forget that trip payment #4 was due a couple of weeks ago. The final payment is due in March. I will have an updated spreadsheet of all accounts by Saturday AM. If you would like to stop in Saturday during the event to check on a final balance, I will be ready with the information. We can also accept trip payments this weekend.
Mr. Antmann
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Symphonic Band Camp - This Weekend!
Good Morning,
This is just a quick reminder that our annual Symphonic Band Camp is this weekend! Details were sent home with students. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students.
The signature form and $10 fee are due today (Monday).
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
This is just a quick reminder that our annual Symphonic Band Camp is this weekend! Details were sent home with students. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students.
The signature form and $10 fee are due today (Monday).
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Upcoming Events
Good Afternoon,
Congratulations to our jazz band students who performed very well at jazz MPA last Thursday! Also, congrats to all of our students who performed at the Solo and Ensemble MPA.
Here are the remaing events before spring break. These are the most important events of the year, students must be at each event which is required for their class:
March 1-2 - Symphonic Band Camp - Email went home with details today. This is required for Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students only. The form for this can be found at www.bridgewaterband.com.
March 5th, 6:30pm - Pre-MPA Concert - required for Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students.
March 14-15th - Concert Band Music Performance Assessment. This is required for Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students. Each band is assigned a different time at Oak Ridge High School. This is by far the most important concert of the year. Details will be sent home soon. Here are the individual times:
Symphonic Band - Thursday, 3/14, 12:00pm
Symphonic Winds - Friday, 3/15, 12:00pm
Wind Ensemble - Friday, 3/15. 6:50pm
All of these performances will be field trips. Chaperones are needed, please let me know if you can help.
Mr. Antmann
Congratulations to our jazz band students who performed very well at jazz MPA last Thursday! Also, congrats to all of our students who performed at the Solo and Ensemble MPA.
Here are the remaing events before spring break. These are the most important events of the year, students must be at each event which is required for their class:
March 1-2 - Symphonic Band Camp - Email went home with details today. This is required for Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students only. The form for this can be found at www.bridgewaterband.com.
March 5th, 6:30pm - Pre-MPA Concert - required for Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students.
March 14-15th - Concert Band Music Performance Assessment. This is required for Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds, and Symphonic Band students. Each band is assigned a different time at Oak Ridge High School. This is by far the most important concert of the year. Details will be sent home soon. Here are the individual times:
Symphonic Band - Thursday, 3/14, 12:00pm
Symphonic Winds - Friday, 3/15, 12:00pm
Wind Ensemble - Friday, 3/15. 6:50pm
All of these performances will be field trips. Chaperones are needed, please let me know if you can help.
Mr. Antmann
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Symphonic Band Camp - March 1-2
Good Afternoon,
This is a reminder that our annual Symphonic Band Camp is coming up on March 1 and 2. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble (Antmann-per3) and Symphonic Winds (Cannon-per1) students. This is our only rehearsal event in preparation for MPA, and takes the place of all after-school practices.
On Friday students will need to be here from 6:15-8:30pm, and Saturday from 9:00am-2:00pm.
We have guest conductors and instrument coaches coming to work with our students. Please remember, this is a required event for Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students. More details will be sent home on Wednesday.
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that our annual Symphonic Band Camp is coming up on March 1 and 2. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble (Antmann-per3) and Symphonic Winds (Cannon-per1) students. This is our only rehearsal event in preparation for MPA, and takes the place of all after-school practices.
On Friday students will need to be here from 6:15-8:30pm, and Saturday from 9:00am-2:00pm.
We have guest conductors and instrument coaches coming to work with our students. Please remember, this is a required event for Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds students. More details will be sent home on Wednesday.
Mr. Antmann
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Free Percussion Lessons - Tonight!
Good Afternoon - this is the last email today... Things will calm down after this weekend.
This is a reminder the Mr. Cooper (one of the band directors at West Orange High School) is offering FREE percussion lessons on Tuesday nights from 6:00-7:30 in the band room on the West Orange 9th-grade Campus.
All you need to do is show up - this is an incredible opportunity. Students should bring drum sticks and a drum pad.
If you have questions, please send him an email at jonathan.cooper@ocps.net
We hope to see lots of students there!
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder the Mr. Cooper (one of the band directors at West Orange High School) is offering FREE percussion lessons on Tuesday nights from 6:00-7:30 in the band room on the West Orange 9th-grade Campus.
All you need to do is show up - this is an incredible opportunity. Students should bring drum sticks and a drum pad.
If you have questions, please send him an email at jonathan.cooper@ocps.net
We hope to see lots of students there!
Mr. Antmann
Solo and Ensemble - Final Schedule
Good Morning,
The final version of the Solo and Ensemble schedule has now been posted to the website. Their can't be any more changes at this time.
Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, and click on "S&E" at the top for details.
Also, We are trying to wrap up piano player practices. We still have some students in Ms. Cannon's 4th period beginning band that have not yet played with Ms. Dorman. She has before-school and after-school times available tomorrow (Wednesday). Please email if you would like to reserve one.
Finally, if you have not yet paid the $25 piano fee, please do so as soon as possible.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
The final version of the Solo and Ensemble schedule has now been posted to the website. Their can't be any more changes at this time.
Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, and click on "S&E" at the top for details.
Also, We are trying to wrap up piano player practices. We still have some students in Ms. Cannon's 4th period beginning band that have not yet played with Ms. Dorman. She has before-school and after-school times available tomorrow (Wednesday). Please email if you would like to reserve one.
Finally, if you have not yet paid the $25 piano fee, please do so as soon as possible.
Please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Jazz MPA - Thursday!
Good Morning,
This is a reminder that this Thursday is Jazz Band MPA.
Jazz Band 1 and 2 students need to meet in the band room 2nd period on Thursday, in full jazz band uniform. We will return by the end of school.
Jazz Band 2 performance is at 12:50pm, and Jazz Band 1 is at 2:30pm. All performances are at Ocoee HS, and are free and open to the public.
Students will need to bring a bagged lunch.
We still need three chaperones for the field trip, please let me know if you can help.
If you haven't already, please turn in the field trip form and fee ASAP.
Thanks,
Mr. Antmann
This is a reminder that this Thursday is Jazz Band MPA.
Jazz Band 1 and 2 students need to meet in the band room 2nd period on Thursday, in full jazz band uniform. We will return by the end of school.
Jazz Band 2 performance is at 12:50pm, and Jazz Band 1 is at 2:30pm. All performances are at Ocoee HS, and are free and open to the public.
Students will need to bring a bagged lunch.
We still need three chaperones for the field trip, please let me know if you can help.
If you haven't already, please turn in the field trip form and fee ASAP.
Thanks,
Mr. Antmann
Friday, February 8, 2013
Jazz Band MPA - Next Thursday!
Good Morning,
The Jazz Band 1 and Jazz Band 2 students will be traveling to Ocoee High School next Thursday to perform at the Jazz Band Music Performance Assessment. This is a required performance for these students.
Students will either need to come to school in their jazz band uniforms, or bring them in a seperate bag. We will have lunch here at 11:00, then load a bus and depart for Ocoee High School. We should be back before the end of the school day.
We are in need of 5 chaperones for this trip. Please email me ASAP if you can help.
Students received the field trip form yesterday, and it is due with the field trip fee no later than Monday.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mr. Antmann
The Jazz Band 1 and Jazz Band 2 students will be traveling to Ocoee High School next Thursday to perform at the Jazz Band Music Performance Assessment. This is a required performance for these students.
Students will either need to come to school in their jazz band uniforms, or bring them in a seperate bag. We will have lunch here at 11:00, then load a bus and depart for Ocoee High School. We should be back before the end of the school day.
We are in need of 5 chaperones for this trip. Please email me ASAP if you can help.
Students received the field trip form yesterday, and it is due with the field trip fee no later than Monday.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mr. Antmann
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Solo and Ensemble Update - 2.7.13
Good Morning,
Additional details have been posted on the band website in the "S&E" section. This includes instructions, directions, and a schedule.
Also, we are in the process of setting up piano player practices. Some students may need to come before or after school for practice.
If your student has Mrs. Vermillion, then she will practice with them during class.
If your student has Ms. Dorman and is in 4th period beginning band, you may need to schedule a before or after school time. I will send out a schedule tomorrow. We will try and do these during the day.
If your student has Mr. Butler as their piano player, then we are trying to have practices during school, but some others will be necessary. Mr. Butler has set up times for students that would like to come in Saturday morning. This would be an excellent time, especially for the older students who need more time. He has times going from 9:00am-noon Saturday morning. Parents are welcome/encouraged to come listen. Please email to reserve a spot - we need 12 students for these times.
Mr. Antmann
Additional details have been posted on the band website in the "S&E" section. This includes instructions, directions, and a schedule.
Also, we are in the process of setting up piano player practices. Some students may need to come before or after school for practice.
If your student has Mrs. Vermillion, then she will practice with them during class.
If your student has Ms. Dorman and is in 4th period beginning band, you may need to schedule a before or after school time. I will send out a schedule tomorrow. We will try and do these during the day.
If your student has Mr. Butler as their piano player, then we are trying to have practices during school, but some others will be necessary. Mr. Butler has set up times for students that would like to come in Saturday morning. This would be an excellent time, especially for the older students who need more time. He has times going from 9:00am-noon Saturday morning. Parents are welcome/encouraged to come listen. Please email to reserve a spot - we need 12 students for these times.
Mr. Antmann
Solo and Ensemble Schedule
Good Morning,
The Solo and Ensemble performance schedule has been posted on the website. Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, click on "S&E." More details about the event will also be posted there later today.
Also, please remember to send in the $25 piano fee if you have not done so already.
Mr. Antmann
The Solo and Ensemble performance schedule has been posted on the website. Go to www.bridgewaterband.com, click on "S&E." More details about the event will also be posted there later today.
Also, please remember to send in the $25 piano fee if you have not done so already.
Mr. Antmann
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
FREE Drum Lessons
Good Morning,
Mr. Cooper, who is the associate band director and percussion teacher at West Orange High School, is offering free percussion lessons to all 7th and 8th grade band students! These will take place Tuesday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm, at the West Orange 9th grade campus.
This is an excellent opportunity for our students - please consider having your percussion students participate.
Lessons start tonight - please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Mr. Cooper, who is the associate band director and percussion teacher at West Orange High School, is offering free percussion lessons to all 7th and 8th grade band students! These will take place Tuesday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm, at the West Orange 9th grade campus.
This is an excellent opportunity for our students - please consider having your percussion students participate.
Lessons start tonight - please let me know if you have any questions,
Mr. Antmann
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Bridgewater Band Info - week of 1.28
Good Morning,
Here are some important reminders for this week.
- All students who are performing a solo at Solo and Ensemble need a piano player to perform with them. Students who are using a Bridgewater piano player need to send in the $25 fee as soon as possible. We have received this from many students, but we can't start the piano practices until the fee has been turned in. Please contact me if you have any questions, or need to make a payment arrangement.
- All students who are participating in Solo and Ensemble should be nearly ready. Either Ms. Cannon or I will be meeting with every student at least once this week. The best way to make sure your child is ready is by asking them to perform for you, even if you do not have a musical background. If you would like to know how your student is progressing for this event, please email me or Ms. Cannon (depending on which one of us if your child's primary band teacher). We will get back to you with feedback as quickly as we can.
- Did you know we have a Bridgewater Band twitter feed? Follow us @bridgewaterband - we will be using this much more in the coming weeks.
- We are in the process of updating the website - www.bridgewaterband.com, please check regularly for updates.
Finally - Jazz Band 1 and Jazz Band 2 will be performing at the Jazz Band Music Performance Assessment during the school day on February 14th. We need about six chaperones; please email me if you would like to come with us. More details about this event will be sent home this week.
Have a good day-
Mr. Antmann
Here are some important reminders for this week.
- All students who are performing a solo at Solo and Ensemble need a piano player to perform with them. Students who are using a Bridgewater piano player need to send in the $25 fee as soon as possible. We have received this from many students, but we can't start the piano practices until the fee has been turned in. Please contact me if you have any questions, or need to make a payment arrangement.
- All students who are participating in Solo and Ensemble should be nearly ready. Either Ms. Cannon or I will be meeting with every student at least once this week. The best way to make sure your child is ready is by asking them to perform for you, even if you do not have a musical background. If you would like to know how your student is progressing for this event, please email me or Ms. Cannon (depending on which one of us if your child's primary band teacher). We will get back to you with feedback as quickly as we can.
- Did you know we have a Bridgewater Band twitter feed? Follow us @bridgewaterband - we will be using this much more in the coming weeks.
- We are in the process of updating the website - www.bridgewaterband.com, please check regularly for updates.
Finally - Jazz Band 1 and Jazz Band 2 will be performing at the Jazz Band Music Performance Assessment during the school day on February 14th. We need about six chaperones; please email me if you would like to come with us. More details about this event will be sent home this week.
Have a good day-
Mr. Antmann
Sunday, January 20, 2013
All-County Band Remider
Good Evening -
This is a reminder that the All-County band rehearsals start this week. These practices/concert are only for the students who auditioned and were selected for the All-County band. The first rehearsal is Tuesday evening at Winter Park HS (6:30pm-9:00pm). All students must arrive early. Below is the schedule for this week; please email me if you have any questions.
This is a reminder that the All-County band rehearsals start this week. These practices/concert are only for the students who auditioned and were selected for the All-County band. The first rehearsal is Tuesday evening at Winter Park HS (6:30pm-9:00pm). All students must arrive early. Below is the schedule for this week; please email me if you have any questions.
22 January, 2013 (Tuesday) Rehearsal , 6:30-9:00 PM
24 January, 2013 (Thursday) Full-band rehearsal , 7:00-9:00PM
25 January, 2013 (Friday) Full-band rehearsal , 8:30AM-4:00PM
26 January, 2013 (Saturday) Full-band rehearsal , 9-11AM
26 January, 2013 (Saturday) Concert at Winter Park High School, 7:00PM
Students meet on stage at 6:15PM in their school’s band uniform.
All events are at Winter Park High School.
Mr. Antmann
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Solo and Ensemble Registration
Good Morning,
The Solo and Ensemble MPA registration form is now on the band website - www.bridgewaterband.com (under forms). I apologize for not sending this out earlier. It was available in paper form last week. The original deadline for this form was Monday, but it is being extended until Tuesday.
An email was send out last week with information about solo and ensemble MPA. Please feel free to email me with any questions.
Also - I am in the process of changing the website. Some things have been changed - all updates will be complete by Friday.
Thanks!
Mr. Antmann
The Solo and Ensemble MPA registration form is now on the band website - www.bridgewaterband.com (under forms). I apologize for not sending this out earlier. It was available in paper form last week. The original deadline for this form was Monday, but it is being extended until Tuesday.
An email was send out last week with information about solo and ensemble MPA. Please feel free to email me with any questions.
Also - I am in the process of changing the website. Some things have been changed - all updates will be complete by Friday.
Thanks!
Mr. Antmann
Monday, January 7, 2013
School-Owned Instruments - URGENT
Good Evening,
This is a quick reminder that all school-owned instruments (tubas, euphoniums, french horns, bassoons, bass clarinets, etc.) must be on campus tomorrow morning. The county equipment/inventory audit will take place during the day tomorrow.
Also, if your child uses a Bridgewater instrument, please ask them to come to the band room before school and take it out of their locker.
Thanks for your help!
Mr. Antmann
This is a quick reminder that all school-owned instruments (tubas, euphoniums, french horns, bassoons, bass clarinets, etc.) must be on campus tomorrow morning. The county equipment/inventory audit will take place during the day tomorrow.
Also, if your child uses a Bridgewater instrument, please ask them to come to the band room before school and take it out of their locker.
Thanks for your help!
Mr. Antmann
Sunday, January 6, 2013
School-Owned Instruments
Good Evening -
All school-owned band instruments must be on campus no later than Tuesday morning for the county audit!
If your child rents an instrument from Bridgewater, please make sure it is on campus Tuesday.
All school-owned band instruments must be on campus no later than Tuesday morning for the county audit!
If your child rents an instrument from Bridgewater, please make sure it is on campus Tuesday.
Solo and Ensemble MPA
Good Evening,
The annual Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessment will take place on February 15-16, 2013, at Maitland Middle School. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble students, and is optional (but highly encouraged) for all other students. Symphonic Winds and Symphonic Band students should participate, but can choose an alternate assignment instead. Beginning students are encouraged to participate.
Students have the opportunity to perform alone (solo) or in a small group (ensemble). The only exception to this is that beginning students may only perform a solo (ensembles are for more experienced students only).
Students that participate in this event make significant progress in a very short amount of time. Participating students receive one-on-one guidance from either me or Ms. Cannon. In addition, the students perform for a trained adjudicator (judge) who will give them a rating and valuable feedback.
While it is optional for the majority of band students, participation is required for students who would like to be placed in our most advanced classes for next school year (Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band 1).
The entry fee for this event is $5, but is covered by the "fairshare" ($35). If you paid this at the beginning of the year, you do not need to pay the entry fee. For older students participating in multiple events, it covers the first event, and the student is responsible for $5 for each additional event.
Students who are performing a solo, are required to have a piano player to accompany them. Bridgewater can provide a piano player for a fee ($25). This fee includes the performance and two rehearsals prior to the event. Most students use a Bridgewater pianist, but it is okay to use your own. There will be a place on the registration form to note this.
Each student will be assigned a performance time on either the 15th or 16th - We are able to request a specific day for your child's performance. If you have a request due to a potential conflict, please note it on the registration form. Please only do this if necessary, as we can only make a small number of requests.
The registration form will go home early this week, and will be due no later than Monday, January 14th. I will also post this form to the website.
Finally, the weeks leading up to this event are our busiest of the year. If you have music experience and would be willing to help prepare students, please let me know! We are in need of additional help.
Thank you,
Mr. Antmann
The annual Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessment will take place on February 15-16, 2013, at Maitland Middle School. This is a required event for all Wind Ensemble students, and is optional (but highly encouraged) for all other students. Symphonic Winds and Symphonic Band students should participate, but can choose an alternate assignment instead. Beginning students are encouraged to participate.
Students have the opportunity to perform alone (solo) or in a small group (ensemble). The only exception to this is that beginning students may only perform a solo (ensembles are for more experienced students only).
Students that participate in this event make significant progress in a very short amount of time. Participating students receive one-on-one guidance from either me or Ms. Cannon. In addition, the students perform for a trained adjudicator (judge) who will give them a rating and valuable feedback.
While it is optional for the majority of band students, participation is required for students who would like to be placed in our most advanced classes for next school year (Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band 1).
The entry fee for this event is $5, but is covered by the "fairshare" ($35). If you paid this at the beginning of the year, you do not need to pay the entry fee. For older students participating in multiple events, it covers the first event, and the student is responsible for $5 for each additional event.
Students who are performing a solo, are required to have a piano player to accompany them. Bridgewater can provide a piano player for a fee ($25). This fee includes the performance and two rehearsals prior to the event. Most students use a Bridgewater pianist, but it is okay to use your own. There will be a place on the registration form to note this.
Each student will be assigned a performance time on either the 15th or 16th - We are able to request a specific day for your child's performance. If you have a request due to a potential conflict, please note it on the registration form. Please only do this if necessary, as we can only make a small number of requests.
The registration form will go home early this week, and will be due no later than Monday, January 14th. I will also post this form to the website.
Finally, the weeks leading up to this event are our busiest of the year. If you have music experience and would be willing to help prepare students, please let me know! We are in need of additional help.
Thank you,
Mr. Antmann
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