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
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
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
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