Good Morning,
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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
