Category: Band Program

Parent Category for Marching, Concert, Jazz Band Programs

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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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Announcements Concert Band

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! 

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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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Announcements Concert Band Marching Band

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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Announcements Marching Band

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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Announcements Marching Band

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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Announcements Marching Band

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, 10/16: https://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