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GBS Band Weekly Update 6/25/2023

Schedule for the Week:

Monday: Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm
Thursday: Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm

Upcoming Events:

July 3: Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm
July 4: Parade, 9:45am call time at GBS

Director’s Notes!

Hello Band Families!
 
We’re excited to start our summer schedule on Monday! We will be meeting in the band room. As you enter the band room, find your section leadership team to check in for attendance! All you need to bring is your instrument and a pencil, and remember to wear shoes that are good for marching (close-toed gym shoes are great; no sandals or crocs). If you would like to bring a folder or binder to store any music and handouts, your are more than welcome to. 
 
We are also excited to share our tentative season schedule. Please note that this is only a tentative schedule, with dates and times being subject to change. Any changes to the schedule, including items marked TBD, will be communicated immediately as information becomes available. 
 
Every year, we have a logo for our marching show that is designed by a student. Any student who would like to design a possible logo is encouraged to submit their artwork! Please send any designs to bboron@glenbrook225.org by 11:59pm on Sunday, July 2nd!  Here are a couple of guidelines:

  1. The logo must say “Data Breach”
  2. It can be up to four colors (one of those colors will be the color of the shirt)
  3. BE CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN WITH IT!

We’re eager to see what you come up with!

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

FOLLOW THE BAND ON INSTAGRAM! Search for “gbsbandprogram” and “gbs_color_guard” to see what’s happening in Band!

New to GBS Marching Band? 

Have Questions?
Veteran band parents (look for people in bright yellow shirts) will be at this week’s rehearsals at drop off & pick up to answer any questions you might have. 
Please also check out our website for a lot of great information.

Hospitality Co-Chair Needed!

The GBSIL Board has an immediate need for a volunteer to co-chair the Hospitality Committee!! 
Please email current co-chair Kelly Brown (kellykbrown11@gmail.com)
or gbsbandprogram@gmail.com with any questions or to volunteer.  

Hospitality Team Leads Description: 

Organize band camp meals, Jazz Fest Café and refreshments for the spring band concert, including purchase of supplies, collection of payments, selection of vendors and recruitment of parent volunteers. During Jazz Fest will supervise student and parent volunteers selling food in the cafeteria.

Please consider helping the band program – no experience needed!  Freshmen parents welcome!

From the Chaperone Committee:

Dear Band Family, Happy summer and welcome to the start of the band events. We have a full, exciting, ambitious, and eventful agenda scheduled for this year. As in the past in order to optimize the experience for musicians, parents, and those attending the events, success will depend upon a concerted committed organized effort including, especially parents of members of the band, without whom the band program could not and would not exist at the superior level it is. Based upon the past, it seems though if every family, chose to volunteer at least twice through the entire year, we should be able to fulfill our need without overburdening anyone in particular. This comes with a sense of fulfillment and comradery which develops and grows not only with other band parents but with band members as well. This leads into our request for volunteers to chaperone at this year’s first event, the Glenview 4th of July Parade which will take place on Tuesday July 4th. Please see the link below to sign up. We thank you in advance in making this year a great one.

Sign up here to help on July 4

Band Camp & Parent Meeting

SAVE THE DATE!! 
BAND CAMP WEEK & PARENT MEETING!

Band Camp will take place during the week of August 14-18th from 12:45-9:00 p.m.
There will be a parent meeting on
Friday, August 18th at 6:30 p.m.,
followed by a performance by the band at 7:30 p.m.
More details provided closer to the date.

GBS Band & Choir Orlando Spring Break 2024 Trip!!

We are excited to share that the GBS Band and Choir Programs will be traveling together to Orlando for Spring Break 2024! For trip and registration information, see the attached PDF!

Summer Prop Design

The marching band will be transforming the field into a digital utopia with infinite possibilities. To bring this to life, we’re looking for students and parents to design large banners and build the frames to hold them on the field.  Anybody with skills or resources in graphic design, banner printing or building stands out of wood/plastic piping,
please contact jakekimball789@gmail.com

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Announcements Jazz Band Marching Band

GBS Band Weekly Update 11/13/2022

Schedule for the Week

Thursday: Jazz Band, 4:30-7:30pm
Friday: Band Student Council Meeting, 3:30-4:30pm

Upcoming Events
Nov. 26: Glenview Holiday Parade
Nov. 30: Noodles Fundraiser
Dec. 3: Holiday Bazaar
Dec. 4: Winter Band Concert

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families! 

Congratulations to Symphonic Winds on excellent performances last week at Springman and Attea! We got a lot of middle school students excited about being part of our band family!

The Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser is December 3rd! We will need small groups to sign up and volunteer throughout the day! Look for the sign-up sheet that will be posted this week! If you are looking for a group to perform with or want to brainstorm song ideas, please come see me!

Show shirts have arrived! Once they are organized, a post will go up on google classroom letting you know they are ready for pickup!

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 12/3 & 11/26

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

We also need a few parents to chaperone the Holiday Parade. Sign up here.

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.  

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. 

Downloadable flyers are available here. Please share with friends, family and neighbors!

Holiday Bazaar Dec. 3

If you know an artist or craftsperson, invite them to participate! There are still spots available.  Download the vendor application here.

For a bit of holiday cheer from the past, check out the GBS Marching Band at the 2017 Glenview Holiday Parade: https://youtu.be/Y8OZ2joGG2g?t=246

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GBS Band Weekly Update 11/06/2022

Schedule for the Week:

Monday: Symphonic Winds @ Springman and Attea
Tuesday: No School
Thursday: Symphonic Band & Symphonic Winds class photos
Thursday: Jazz Band, 4:30-7:30pm
Friday: No School

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families! 

Tomorrow, Symphonic Winds will be traveling to Springman and Attea to perform for our future Titans! Students, please remember to wear black shoes, black socks, black dress pants, and your GBS Band T-Shirt. If you have not turned in your permission, make sure to bring it with you. We will be meeting in the band room at 8:00am. 

We have more class photos this week! For all concert ensembles, please wear all black dress clothes. 

November 10th
Symphonic Band- During class
Symphonic Winds- During class

Unfortunately, the football team did not advance to the next round of playoffs. To all of the students, parent volunteers, and staff, thank you for all your hard work this marching season! You made it truly memorable!

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

Holiday Wrapping Party

We need materials for our Holiday Wrapping Party on December 5th. We are accepting scotch tape and all varieties of wrapping paper and bows. Please bring donations to the band room at GBS. Event details coming soon.

Noodles Fundraiser Nov. 30

4-8pm
1851 Tower Dr (in the Glen)

25% of qualifying sales will directly benefit the Glenbrook South Instrumental League

Holiday Bazaar Dec. 3

10am-5pm
Glenbrook South Cafeteria
4000 West Lake Avenue
Suggested donation: $5 adult/$1 student

Handmade, artisan, vintage, repurposed, small batch gourmet and boutique!

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Announcements Jazz Band Marching Band

GBS Band Weekly Update 10/30/2022

Schedule for the Week:

Thursday: Jazz Band Auditions
Thursday: Cheesecake pickup, 3:15-7:00
Friday: Club Photos (read below for times)

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families! 

Thank you to all of the parent volunteers who volunteered at our playoff game on Friday! It was a great night, and the Titans are moving on to the next round!

Jazz Band Auditions are this week! If you are planning on auditioning, please sign up for a time. The sign-up sheet is posted on the band office door. If you need an audition packet, the jazz band google classroom code, or have any questions about the audition process, please see Mr. Boron.

We are also starting our club photos this week! For all concert ensembles and jazz band, please wear all black dress clothes. Marching Band will be wearing full uniforms except for shakos. The schedule is as follows:

November 4th
Concert Band- During class
Titan Band- During class
Jazz Band- 3:20pm
Marching Band- 3:25pm

November 10th
Symphonic Band- During class
Symphonic Winds- During class

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

Cheesecake Pickup 11/3

Cheesecakes arrive at GBS on Thursday and must be picked up that day! Come to the band room after school, between 3:15 and 7:00pm to collect your order.

If you can help sort cheesecakes when they arrive Thursday afternoon, sign up here. Sign in at the front entrance between 1:45 and 2:00 and come to the band room.

Holiday Bazaar

Save the date for our Holiday Bazaar benefiting GBSIL, Saturday, December 3 at GBS. If you know a craftsperson who might be interested in participating, contact us at gbsbandprogram@gmail.com for application information.

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GBS Band Weekly Update 10/23/2022

Schedule for the Week

Monday: Pasta sorting & pick-up, 6:00-9:00 pm (240 North Branch Road)
Thursday: Jazz Band Rehearsal/Workshop, 4:30-7:30 pm
Friday or Saturday: Football Playoff Game, Time TBD
Friday: Band jacket orders due

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families! 

Thank you to everyone who attended Band-O-Rama for your support of our Marching Titans!  Another thank you to everyone who supported the band’s fundraiser at Panda Express this past Wednesday!

The football team is in the state playoffs! We will have a home game this week, either on Friday or Saturday. As soon as the day and time is announced, it will be communicated through e-blast and the marching band google classroom. 

This Thursday, we will be holding our first rehearsal/workshop for jazz band. We will be going though the jazz packet, which will be available 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

Pasta Pick Up Party!

Our Pasta has arrived!! Pick up your pasta order between 6:00 and 9:00 pm on Monday at 240 North Branch Road. Let’s make it a party. There will be snacks and beverages. Come help sort orders, have some treats and take home your pasta. Questions, contact Laura Ashley at lauramcashley@gmail.com.

Band Jackets, Order Now!

Wear your band pride! Jackets have a marching band patch on the back and are personalized with a name on the front. Jackets are $75, payment via Venmo or check. Orders will be accepted until October 28 and jackets should arrive 2-3 weeks after our order is placed. To order, please fill out the form here. For more details on sizing and ordering, see this flyer.

Holiday Bazaar

Save the date for our Holiday Bazaar benefiting GBSIL, Saturday, December 3 at GBS. If you know a craftsperson who might be interested in participating, contact us at gbsbandprogram@gmail.com for application information.

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GBS Band Weekly Update 10/16/2022

Schedule for the Week:

Monday: No Marching Band Rehearsal
Wednesday: Panda Express Fundraiser
Wednesday: Band Student Council Meeting, 3:30pm
Thursday: Jazz Band Meeting, 4:15pm
Thursday: Drum Corps Informational Meeting, 4:45pm
Thursday: Band-O-Rama, 5:45pm for band members, 7:30pm performance
Friday: Football Game, 5:15pm rehearsal start

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families! 

Congratulations to the Marching Titans on a fantastic performance at the Sandwich MusicFest tonight! The band won best music, percussion, and drum majors, along with first place in class 2A! Congratulations on a wonderful season! We will be performing twice this week—first at Band-O-Rama on Thursday and then at the football game on Friday! We could not do any of this without the incredible support from all of our parent volunteers, so thank you to everyone who volunteered over the course of the season!

The football team has had a very successful season so far, and they have clinched a spot in the playoffs! In the event that GBS hosts a playoff game, the schedule will be communicated via eblast and google classroom as soon as information is available.

This Thursday, we will have an informational meeting about jazz band. All are invited to attend. Even if you don’t play a “jazz instrument,” if you want to play, we can find a spot for you! After the jazz band meeting, there will be an informational meeting for anyone who may be interested in auditioning for drum corps for the 2023 season. 

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

Band-O-Rama: A Marching Band Celebration!

This Thursday, October 21 is the date for our marching band celebration. Parents, friends and family are invited to come to the stadium at 7:30pm. The evening will include senior recognition and a complete performance of this year’s marching band show, Home At Last! Grab some of the best seats in the stadium to see and hear our band students perform!

Cheesecake Orders Due 10/21 by 3:30pm

Order forms and payment (checks made out to GBS) are due this Friday, no later than 3:30pm. Please put them in an envelope marked with your name and “cheesecakes” and place in the band mailbox. Or, bring them to Laura Ashley at Band-O-Rama! Cheesecakes will be delivered to GBS on November 3. 

Panda Express Fundraiser on Wednesday

No need to cook dinner (or lunch). Get your meal at Panda Express between 10:30 AM and 9:00 PM on October 19. 20% of event sales will be donated to GBSIL. Use code 344253 when ordering online or show the flyer when you order in person. Click here for a downloadable version to share with family, friends, and neighbors

Band Jackets, Order Now!

Wear your band pride! Jackets have a marching band patch on the back and are personalized with a name on the front. Jackets are $75, payment via Venmo or check. Orders will be accepted until October 28 and jackets should arrive 2-3 weeks after our order is placed. To order, please fill out the form here.  For more details on sizing and ordering, see this flyer.

Pasta Party!

Pasta has been ordered. We will let you know when it arrives. Be on the lookout for details about a sorting party. As soon as the products arrive, Laura Ashley will be ready to host anyone willing to help sort … complete with treats (yes, she is willing to bribe you with treats to help sort our pasta order).

Holiday Bazaar

Save the date for our Holiday Bazaar benefiting GBSIL, Saturday, December 3 at GBS. If you know a craftsperson who might be interested in participating, contact us at gbsbandprogram@gmail.com for application information.

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GBS Band Weekly Update 10/09/2022

Schedule for the Week:

Monday: Marching Band Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm
Thursday: Marching Band Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm
Friday: Football Game and Pep Rally, 4:45pm rehearsal start
Saturday: Homecoming Parade, 8:10am call time, 10:00am parade start
Sunday: Sandwich Competition, 9:30am call time, 4:00pm performance

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families! 

This is a busy week for the Marching Titans! We will be performing at the Homecoming pep rally, football game, and parade this weekend, along with completing our competition season on Sunday in Sandwich. Please click to see the itineraries for the parade and the Sandwich competition.

The football team has had a very successful season so far, and they have clinched a spot in the playoffs! In the event that GBS hosts a playoff game, the schedule will be communicated via eblast and google classroom as soon as information is available.

Have a happy and safe homecoming!

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

Fundraising Notes

Thanks for getting in those pasta orders! We will have details soon on sorting our group delivery and order pick up.

Don’t forget about cheesecakes! Order forms and payment (checks made out to GBS) are due by October 21. Cheesecakes will be delivered to GBS on November 3. Click the links to download copies of the brochure or order form. Look for hard copies outside the band room.

Save the date for our Holiday Bazaar benefiting GBSIL, Saturday, December 3 at GBS. If you know a craftsperson who might be interested in participating, contact us at gbsbandprogram@gmail.com for application information.

Fundraising questions? Please contact Laura Ashley at lauramcashley@gmail.com.  

Calling all volunteers!

You’ll get to say “I’m with the band!”

Sign up to help with equipment or chaperone at the home games on 10/14 or 10/21
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-home

Sign up to chaperone at the homecoming parade on Saturday, 10/15.  chaperone: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-homecoming

Sign up to help with equipment or chaperone at the last competition at Sandwich HS on Sunday, 10/16https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-sandwich1

Band Jacket orders coming soon

We still have a few details to confirm with the supplier. Look for information soon on how to order a band jacket. Jackets should arrive about three weeks after our order is placed. 

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Announcements Marching Band

GBS Band Weekly Update 9/18/2022

Schedule for the Week:

Monday: Marching Band Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm
Thursday: Junior High Band Day, 8:00am call time
Thursday: Marching Band Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families! 

Congratulations to the Marching Titans on a fantastic performance yesterday at the Chicagoland Marching Band Festival! You get better every day! Thank you to all of the volunteers for all your help in making the day run smoothly!

We will be welcoming middle school students to GBS on Thursday for Junior High Band Day! Call time is 8:00am in the band room. Winds and percussion, please wear your marching band polo. Color guard, please wear your blue guard shirts. Marching band members will be called out for the first two blocks of the day. 

Click the link to see the itinerary for the Prospect Competition (Oct. 1). Any changes to the itinerary will be communicated through eblast and 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

Fundraising Updates

Our first student fundraisers are underway! 

Change in payment info:
If you have already collected checks made out to GBSIL, no worries, send those in. Going forward, checks should be made out to Glenbrook South High School.

Fun Pasta
*
Order forms are due October 7th, with delivery around October 15th (more details in October). 
*Students may earn between 35% and 50% of their sales, depending on the total of group sales (35% for <$2000, 40% for $2001-$5999, 50% for > $6000).
*Download the brochure or order form (or pick up copies outside the band room).

Cheesecakes
*Order forms are due October 21st, with delivery on November 3rd. 
*Students earn $8.50 per cheesecake
*Download the brochure or order form (or pick up copies outside the band room).

Also, GSO is currently selling insulated tumblers with the GSO logo. For information, see the GSO website at www.glenbrooksymphony.org/fundraising.html

Questions … contact Laura Ashley at lauramcashley@gmail.com or (773) 454-6031

Volunteers Needed for Prospect Competition 10/1

We need chaperones and equipment help for our next competition!

*Follow this link to the sign up for the Prospect Knight of Champions Marching Band Festival:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-prospect

*We also have 3 more home games; you can volunteer for those here: 
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-home

NYC Trip Info

In order to officially sign-up for the trip, please fill out this form by Friday, September 30th at 11pm. Your electronic signature at the end of the form is your official commitment to the trip. 

The first payment installment ($466) is due on Fri, Oct 7th and can be paid either online or through the bookstore at each school. The bookstore will not be taking payments until the week of October 3rd. We let you know once payments can be made. 

The trip packet is available here.

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Announcements Marching Band

Rehearsal and Competition Schedule Updates

Hello Band Families!

Based on the student survey results, we will be holding rehearsal on Friday, September 16th, from 5:45pm-8:00pm. Please note that this rehearsal will end one hour earlier than our Monday/Thursday rehearsals.

Click the links to see itineraries for the Wheeling Competition (Sep. 17) and the Prospect Competition (Oct. 1). Any changes to the itinerary will be communicated through eblast and 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

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GBS Band Weekly Update 9/4/22

Schedule for the Week:

Monday: No school, no rehearsal
Thursday: Marching Band Rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pm

Upcoming Events:

Wednesday, Sep. 14: New York Trip Meeting, 6:00pm in the GBS East Cafeteria
Thursday, Sep. 15: Home Football Game, 5:15pm Warm-up
Friday, Sep. 16: Possible marching band rehearsal, 5:45-9:00pmSaturday, Saturday, Sep. 17: Wheeling Competition, Time TBD

Director’s Notes

Hello Band Families!

Thank you to everyone who came to Parent Night in the Classroom and stopped by the band room! It was so nice to meet and see all of the people who help support our incredible students!

On Wednesday, September 14th at 6:00pm, there will be an informational meeting about the upcoming GSO/GBS Jazz Band trip to New York City. If you are interested in finding out more about what the trip will entail, please attend this meeting. There is no obligation to sign up if you do attend. 

Our next home football game is Thursday, September 15th. This is a departure from the typical Friday night game, but we will still be performing. The band will be in full uniform for this game. 

We are considering adding a marching band rehearsal on Friday, September 16th from 5:45-9:00pm. Students, please fill out this google form as soon possible so we can decide whether or not this rehearsal will happen. A decision will be announced no later than this Wednesday. 

Permission slips are available in the band room! Please return this permission slip as soon as possible. Every member of the marching band is required to turn in a permission slip (signed by a parent or guardian), before being allowed to board the bus. The first off-campus event is Saturday, September 17th at Wheeling High School. An itinerary for the day will be made available as soon as our performance time is finalized. 

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

Fundraising:

Cheesecakes and Fun Pasta
Fundraising for student travel accounts has begun! Check out the fundraising board in the band room for details and to pick up order forms and brochures.

  • Pasta order forms are due October 7th, with delivery around October 15th (more details in October). 
  • Cheesecake order forms are due October 21st, with delivery on November 3rd. 

Questions … contact Laura Ashley at lauramcashley@gmail.com or (773) 454-6031. Click here for detailed instructions.

Volunteering:

Game Night Volunteers Needed
We rely on volunteers to help the band get ready for games, chaperone in the stands and move equipment for the show. Thanks to everyone who signed up for the first home game! There are four more home games on the schedule. Come support the band!
Follow this link to the sign up form: 
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A72AABF49-home

Volunteer sign ups for competitions and parades will be available when we have more details about those events.