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GBS Band Weekly Update 4/16/2023

Schedule for the Week

Thursday: Jazz Band Rehearsal, 4:30-7:30pm

Upcoming Events

April 22: Indoor Percussion performance at GBS
May 4: Spring Concert
May 8: Jazz Showcase in Chicago
May 16: Jazz Night
May 20: Band kickball game
May 23: Band Banquet

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

The leadership application for marching band is now posted on google classroom! Anyone who will be in marching band next year, regardless of year in school, is eligible to apply! Please read this information before applying. It contains important details regarding the drum major positions for the upcoming season. All applications are due on Friday, April 21st at 3:30pm.

We are continuing our jazz rehearsals this week. Rehearsal will be going until 7:30pm. There will be a permission slip handed out in the coming weeks for our May 8th performance at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

Indoor Performance: Valiant

4/22, 1:00pm at GBS
Come cheer on our Indoor Percussion group and enjoy the performance of their show, Valiant, conveying the story of a hero’s journey!

Congrats to Indoor for a job well done today in Romeoville!

Indoor students, if you haven’t submitted fees, please do so soon. Your contribution supports this year’s program and will help the program continue to build and grow. 

Save the Date

Band Banquet, May 23
Our annual end of year celebration will be held on Tuesday evening, May 23rd at Hackney’s. Band and Color Guard students and their families are invited to attend. More information coming soon!

Join the Glenbrook High School Foundation for their 10th Annual Night of Glenbrook Theatre Fundraiser. Enjoy a full-course dinner and front center seats while helping to raise money for the Foundation to support teacher innovation grants and need-based scholarships. For more information please go to glenbrookfoundation.org. Get your tickets here: showtix4u.com/event-details/72146

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Announcements Jazz Band

GBS Band Weekly Update 2/26/2023

Schedule for the Week

Monday: New York Trip Jazz Rehearsal, 4:00-6:00pm
Thursday: New York Trip Jazz Rehearsal, 4:00-6:00pm

Upcoming Events

Thursday, March 9: Band concert
Monday, March 13: NYC Trip meeting, 8:00pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

New York City Jazz Band rehearsals are under way! We are playing some new music, along with some of the band’s favorites! The full rehearsal schedule can be found here. On March 13th, there will be a meeting at 8:00pm in the GBS cafeteria regarding all information about the trip. More details are in the email from Mr. Kaplan that was sent out on February 23rd.

If you are participating in indoor percussion, or have a student who is, please read this information regarding this season. We look forward to seeing the show later this spring!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

GBSIL Board 2023-2024

We are already looking ahead to next year! GBSIL relies on parent volunteers. The upcoming board needs members for team positions including chaperone, equipment, hospitality, and fundraising. Support our kids, support the band, get to know other parents, and have fun! Want to volunteer or ask a question? Send a note to gbsbandprogram@gmail.com.

Photos wanted

Do you have photos from V Show, the winter concert, jazz bands or pep band you could share? We are always looking for images to update our website or include in the end of year slide show. Please send photos to gbsbandprogram@gmail.com or upload to this dropbox.

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Announcements Jazz Band

GBS Band Weekly Update 2/19/2023

Schedule for the Week

Thursday: New York Trip Jazz Rehearsal, 4:00-7:00pm

Upcoming Events

Monday, March 13: NYC Trip meeting, 8:00pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Congratulations to everyone who was involved with this year’s Variety Show! You did a fantastic job, and I hope you are all very proud of the work you did! It truly was the best V-Show ever!

This week, we are starting our New York City Jazz Band rehearsals. These rehearsals only need to be attended by students who are going to New York this spring break. The full rehearsal schedule can be found here

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

GBSIL Board 2023-2024

We are already looking ahead to next year! GBSIL relies on parent volunteers. The upcoming board needs members for team positions including chaperone, equipment, hospitality, and fundraising. Support our kids, support the band, get to know other parents, and have fun! Want to volunteer or ask a question? Send a note to gbsbandprogram@gmail.com.

Photos wanted

Do you have photos from V Show, the winter concert, jazz bands or pep band you could share? We are always looking for images to update our website or include in the end of year slide show. Please send photos to gbsbandprogram@gmail.com or upload to this dropbox.

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GBS Band Weekly Update 1/29/2023

Schedule for the Week

Monday-Friday: V-Show Pit Rehearsal, 3:30-5:00pm
Tuesday: Pep Band, 6:00pm call, 7:00pm game
Thursday: Jazz Band, 4:30-7:30pm
Friday: Pep Band, 6:00pm call, 7:00pm game
Saturday: V-Show Pit Rehearsal, 1:00pm-6:00pm

The Indoor Percussion schedule is available here.
The full pep band schedule is available here

Upcoming Events

February 15-18: Variety Show–Wonderland

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Congratulations to Andy Ko on his selection to and participation in this year’s ILMEA All-State Festival in Peoria, Illinois. Andy was selected for the Honors Band, and spent several days under the direction of Dr. Paula Crider from the University of Texas-Austin.

This week, we have two pep band performances! The Drum Majors will send out notifications for theme nights. We are also back with Jazz Band on Thursday this week!

The Variety Show pit will be meeting every day this week, including Saturday. We will be setting up the pit either Friday after rehearsal or Saturday prior to rehearsal. That determination will be made and communicated at rehearsal and through the V-Show Pit Google Classroom.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

V Show Tickets on Sale Now

Go to showtix4u.com to purchase tickets for this year’s Variety Show: Wonderland! The show runs February 15-18. 

Photos wanted

Do you have photos of the winter concert or jazz bands you could share? We are always looking for images to update our website or include in the end of year slide show. Please send photos to gbsbandprogram@gmail.com or upload to this dropbox.

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Announcements Jazz Band Pep Band

GBS Band Weekly Update 1/22/2023

Schedule for the Week

Monday-Wednesday: V-Show Pit Rehearsal, 3:30-5:00pm
Wednesday: Incoming Athletics and Activities Night, 6:30-8:30
Thursday: No Jazz Rehearsal
Friday: Pep Band, 6:00pm call, 7:00pm game

The Indoor Percussion schedule is available here.
The full pep band schedule is available here

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Congratulations to our Jazz Combo, Jazz Lab, and Jazz Ensemble on a great performance at Thursday’s Jazz Cafe! A special thank you to the parent volunteers who made it all happen and everyone who joined us for a great evening! The jazz bands will not be rehearsing this Thursday.

This Wednesday, we will be welcoming our incoming Titans at our Athletics and Activities Night. If you would like to volunteer to help bring new members into the band program, please see Mr. Boron. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

Jazz Cafe and Silent Auction Thanks

The First Annual Jazz Cafe and Auction was a smashing success! Congratulations to the Jazz Lab, Jazz Combo, Jazz Ensemble and Maple School jazz band on their outstanding performances Thursday night. Who knew we could transform the cafeteria into a premier entertainment venue complete with tablecloths, candles, and snacks to munch on?  Laura Ashley and Julie Bretz tirelessly prepared, planned, and organized for countless hours and their efforts resulted in a fantastic event. Thank you also to the hospitality team—Amy Ciolek, Kelly Brown, and helpers—for creating a wonderfully tasty spread. Thanks to all who donated goods and services to the raffle and auction! What a wonderful selection for people to bid on and win. Finally, a huge thank you to all who showed up the day of the event to set up, help sell tickets, collect payments, and clean up. An event like this requires many volunteers and it was only able to happen because of the many willing parents who gave their time. An evening where we can enjoy a performance and raise money for the band programs is a winning combination! Well done all!!!

V Show Tickets on Sale Now

Go to showtix4u.com to purchase tickets for this year’s Variety Show: Wonderland! The show runs February 15-18. 

Photos wanted

Do you have photos of the winter concert or jazz bands you could share? We are always looking for images to update our website or include in the end of year slide show. Please send photos to gbsbandprogram@gmail.com or upload to this dropbox.

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GBS Band Weekly Update 1/8/2023

Schedule for the Week

Thursday: V-Show cast meeting (more info below), 11:30-12:30
Thursday: Jazz Band, 4:30-7:30pm
Friday: North Shore Honor Band (select students only), 4:45pm call time in band room
Saturday: Indoor percussion rehearsal

Upcoming Events

Jan. 19: Jazz Cafe and Silent Auction

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

We have reached the final week of first semester! I wish everyone the best on all finals!

This Thursday, we will be meeting at the regular time for Jazz Band rehearsal since we have a performance on January 19th! The timeline for the 19th will be released this week once all logistics are finalized.

This Friday and Saturday, 15 students will be participating in the North Shore Honor Band, which is a two-day festival run with nine other schools in our area. These students will be working with guest conductors, meet student musicians from other schools, and play excellent repertoire!

Variety Show Pit rehearsals will begin after finals week. The sign-up form will be posted in each class’s Google Classroom. The full pit schedule can be found here. Anyone who will be participating in the pit must attend the cast meeting this Thursday.

The Indoor Percussion schedule is available here. There will be rehearsal this Saturday, January 14th.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

Help Needed for Jazz Cafe and Silent Auction Jan. 19

Refreshments, Volunteers, Auction Items 
We are going to have a great evening of music, tasty treats and fundraising for our band programs, with your help!

If you would like to donate baked goods or snacks for this event, please follow this link to see what is needed and sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-jazz1

Volunteer to help out with set up, clean up, or with refreshments, or the auction during the event. Please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-jazz

The Silent Auction could still use donations. If you have something likely to draw bids at auction, please email GBSJazzCafe2023@gmail.com specifying what you can donate, the value of the donation, and your contact information.

Questions? Contact Julie Bretz at 414-870-6395, Laura Ashley at 773-454-6031, or email us at GBSJazzCafe2023@gmail.com.

Mark you calendars! Invite Your Family and Friends!

Pep Band Schedule

Download the pep band schedule here

Photos wanted

Do you have photos of the winter concert you could share? We are always looking for images to update our website or include in the end of year slide show. Please send photos to gbsbandprogram@gmail.com or upload to this dropbox.

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GBS Band Weekly Update 1/1/2023

Schedule for the Week

Monday: No School
Thursday: V-Show Pit Sight Reading Session, 3:30-4:15pm
Thursday: Jazz Band, 4:30-7:30pm
Friday: Pep Band, 6:00pm rehearsal, 7:00pm game

Upcoming Events

Jan. 19: Jazz Cafe and Silent Auction

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Happy New Year! I hope you’re having a great break! I’m looking forward to seeing you all and hearing about what you did with your time off!

This week, we will be reading through some pit music for the upcoming Variety Show. If you are thinking about participating in V-Show Pit, you are welcome to join us for the sight reading session. There is no obligation to join if you are at this session. If you are not able to join us, you will still be able to be in pit. Official rehearsals will start after finals. The schedule will be released later this week. 

We are two rehearsals away from our first Jazz Band performance of the year on January 19th! Mark your calendars for a fun night of jazz and a silent auction!

Pep Band will be performing this Friday at the basketball game! The dress-up theme will be announced by drum majors this week!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

Pep Band Schedule

Download the pep band schedule here

Jazz Café and Silent Auction Jan. 19

Parents We Need Your Help!
The Silent Auction needs donations, including but not limited to: tickets to sports or cultural events around town, gift cards to local businesses, clothing, art, and/or travel or vacation home rentals— anything likely to draw bids at auction.

To be a part of this important fundraiser, please email GBSJazzCafe2023@gmail.com specifying what you can donate for auction, the value of the donation, and your contact information. The donation deadline is January 9, 2023. Questions? Contact Julie Bretz at 414-870-6395, Laura Ashley at 773-454-6031, or email us at GBSJazzCafe2023@gmail.com.

Thanks for your consideration and support!

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Announcements Jazz Band Pep Band

GBS Band Weekly Update 12/13/2022

Tuesday: Pep Band, 5:20pm rehearsal, 6:20pm game
Wednesday: Symphonic Winds, Winter Assembly, block 4
Thursday: Jazz Band, 4:00-5:00pm
Thursday: Pep Band, 5:30pm rehearsal, 6:30pm game

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

The band had a great first showing at the basketball game on Friday! We look forward to performing at two games this week: Tuesday and Thursday. Due to the time of the Thursday game, we will meet for jazz from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. 

Symphonic Winds will be performing at the Winter Assembly this Wednesday. Students, please remember to bring whatever you need for concert dress. You will have time to change during the school day. If you are in GSO, you can wear your GSO polos for the Symphonic Winds performance.

I hope everyone has a safe and relaxing winter break! You have all worked very hard this year, so I hope you take some time to rest and recharge!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

Pep Band Schedule

Download the pep band schedule here. You can also find it on our website’s calendar.

Jazz Cafe and Silent Auction Jan. 19

Parents We Need Your Help!
The Silent Auction needs donations, including but not limited to: tickets to sports or cultural events around town, gift cards to local businesses, clothing, art, and/or travel or vacation home rentals— anything likely to draw bids at auction.

To be a part of this important fundraiser, please email GBSJazzCafe2023@gmail.com specifying what you can donate for auction, the value of the donation, and your contact information. The donation deadline is January 9, 2023. Questions? Contact Julie Bretz at 414-870-6395, Laura Ashley at 773-454-6031, or email us at GBSJazzCafe2023@gmail.com.

Thanks for your consideration and support!

Photos Wanted!

Did you get some great shots this marching band season or at the winter concert? Please share them for our end of year banquet slide show. Add photos to this dropbox file.
You can revisit last year’s slideshow here.

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Holiday Bazaar

Come out and support the GBS music department and start your holiday shopping!

Saturday, December 3
10am – 5pm
Glenbrook South

There will be a wrapping station for any gifts you purchase, student musical performances, and many great items for sale from the following artists and vendors.

Listed by booth number:

1Alter Ego
2allyacards
3TonyasbeautyboxArt
6Rowan Collective
7Kari Lindholm-Johnson
8Goldie A. Pologee & the Three Bears, Joanie Becker Goldberg
9Vonna Contino Studios
10Buckle Up Girlfriend
11Mapping My Music
12Cake Craze
14Art of Being a Kid
15Joey & Hana Studio
16fiftyblue pottery
18The Dreamy Bean
19Lena Oh Studio
20Cindy Gitter Art
21Avec
23Glenview Art League
24RenmaDesign
25Megan Dunne
26CherrywoodUS
30Brian Kabat Photography
30Nancy K’s Niche
31Jaski Exotics
32Revamp Decor
33Kono & Co
34Debbie Steiner Glass Art
35Shanti Essence
36Designs by Pat
37Sunny Daze
38Christina M. Villa Studio
39Versailles Vintage
40The Furever Home Friends (Savy Media, LLC)
41Scratchy Eye Studio
43This Miss Bakes, LLC
44New To You Shop
46Gift Wrapping
49Baldwin Blades
49Message in A Milkweed
50Harry Kurtz Designs
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GBS Band Weekly Update 11/27/2022

Schedule for the Week

Monday: Concert/Symphonic Band Rehearsal, 3:30-4:30pm
Monday: Symphonic Winds Rehearsal with Glenview Concert Band, 7:30-7:45pm
Wednesday: Noodles & Co. Fundraiser, 4:00-8:00pm
Friday: Titan Band Dress Rehearsal, 3:30-4:30pm
Friday: Concert/Symphonic Band Dress Rehearsal, 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday: Holiday Bazaar, 10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday: Winter Concert, 3:00pm (call times below)

Director’s Notes

Congratulations to the Marching Titans on a great performance at the Glenview Holiday Parade yesterday! What a great way to start the holiday season! Thank you to all the parent volunteers who helped make this performance happen!

The Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser is this Saturday! We will need small groups to sign up to perform and volunteer throughout the day! The sign-up sheet is posted in the band room on the auditorium doors.

Please join us for our Winter Concert on December 4th at 3:00pm in the Norman E. Watson Auditorium. All bands will be performing, and we will also be treated to a performance from the Glenview Concert Band. The concert will end with a combined piece performed by the Glenview Concert Band and Symphonic Winds. We hope you can join us! The call times are as follows- please be on stage, ready to warm up at the following times:

1:00pm- Symphonic Winds
1:40pm- Concert/Symphonic Band
2:10pm- Titan Band

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

One Band, One Family! Mr. Brian Boron, Band Director, bboron@glenbrook225.org, 847-486-4437

Volunteers Needed for Holiday Bazaar!

Please sign up for a shift here. We need everyone’s help to make this event a success! There are slots for set-up help on Friday 12/2 before the event and throughout the day on Saturday 12/3. 

Noodles Fundraiser Nov. 30

Mark your calendars, save the date, spread the word! Noodles for dinner on November 30th will support band programs at GBS. Order between 4:00 and 8:00pm in person or online (enter Giving25 under coupon code before checkout) and 25% of sales will benefit GBSIL. 

Wrapping Paper and Accessories Needed

We are accepting donations of wrapping paper, ribbons, bows and tape for our wrapping station at the Holiday Bazaar. There is a box in the band room or you can drop it off at Laura Ashley’s house at 240 N Branch Rd, Glenview.  

Holiday Bazaar

Dec. 3: Spread the Word!
Please invite your family, friends and neighbors!