Friendly reminder that all performances are not only required and graded but a commitment to your fellow band members.
YOU MATTER!
See the handbook for excused absence guidelines and as always PLAN AHEAD and COMMUNICATE early!
YOU MATTER!
See the handbook for excused absence guidelines and as always PLAN AHEAD and COMMUNICATE early!
TMB 2022-2023 INFORMATION
CURWOOD 2023 INFORMATION
What: Curwood Rehearsal
When: Wednesday 5/31, 6-7:30PM
Where: OHS Band Room
Who: ALL current HS band students, grades 9-12
Playing: Twist and Shout
Yes, it's required. Yes, it's graded. BUT more than that... this is our only chance to have everyone together before the Curwood Parade.
As always, we will rehearse as little as we need to but as much as we have to.
What: Curwood Opening Ceremony
When: Thursday 6/1
Who: TMB current 10th-11th graders, Seniors welcome as well - will earn extra drawings for Saturday
Playing: Lil Nas-X Mashup
Wearing: TMB shirt (Camp shirt from this fall), tennis shoes or similar (NO SANDALS), plain khaki shorts (appropriate length, no spandex, no holes, no writing/prints)**
Report: 5:30 in old MS side parking lot (on Water Street, the south side/to the left from street view of the old OMS building)
Perform: 6PM at Curwood Castle
What: Curwood Heritage Parade
When: Saturday 6/3
Who: ALL current HS band students, grades 9-12
Playing: Twist and Shout
Wearing: TMB shirt (TBA), tennis shoes or similar (NO SANDALS), plain khaki shorts (appropriate length, no spandex, no holes, no writing/prints)**
Report: 1:30 on Dewey Street, 1 block north of Hardees
Perform: 2PM down M-21. Will end at the corner of Chipman and Main(M-21)
***Here are links of appropriate shorts examples. You can purchase shorts from these links but you do not have to use these links to purchase shorts. These are just examples. You are welcome to wear what you have, borrow from a friend, go to VOA - whatever works for you as long as it meets these requirements:plain khaki shorts (appropriate length, no spandex, no holes, no writing/prints)
Examples:
Amazon - Men's Classic
Amazon - Men's Cargo Shorts
Amazon Women's - 5"
Amazon Women's - Bermuda
Walmart - juniors
When: Wednesday 5/31, 6-7:30PM
Where: OHS Band Room
Who: ALL current HS band students, grades 9-12
Playing: Twist and Shout
Yes, it's required. Yes, it's graded. BUT more than that... this is our only chance to have everyone together before the Curwood Parade.
As always, we will rehearse as little as we need to but as much as we have to.
What: Curwood Opening Ceremony
When: Thursday 6/1
Who: TMB current 10th-11th graders, Seniors welcome as well - will earn extra drawings for Saturday
Playing: Lil Nas-X Mashup
Wearing: TMB shirt (Camp shirt from this fall), tennis shoes or similar (NO SANDALS), plain khaki shorts (appropriate length, no spandex, no holes, no writing/prints)**
Report: 5:30 in old MS side parking lot (on Water Street, the south side/to the left from street view of the old OMS building)
Perform: 6PM at Curwood Castle
What: Curwood Heritage Parade
When: Saturday 6/3
Who: ALL current HS band students, grades 9-12
Playing: Twist and Shout
Wearing: TMB shirt (TBA), tennis shoes or similar (NO SANDALS), plain khaki shorts (appropriate length, no spandex, no holes, no writing/prints)**
Report: 1:30 on Dewey Street, 1 block north of Hardees
Perform: 2PM down M-21. Will end at the corner of Chipman and Main(M-21)
***Here are links of appropriate shorts examples. You can purchase shorts from these links but you do not have to use these links to purchase shorts. These are just examples. You are welcome to wear what you have, borrow from a friend, go to VOA - whatever works for you as long as it meets these requirements:plain khaki shorts (appropriate length, no spandex, no holes, no writing/prints)
Examples:
Amazon - Men's Classic
Amazon - Men's Cargo Shorts
Amazon Women's - 5"
Amazon Women's - Bermuda
Walmart - juniors
2023-2024 TMB Info
(tentative)
(tentative)
2023-24 TROJAN MARCHING BAND Camp Schedule
August 14-18.....................Band Camp................9:00-11:30, 1-3:30
August 21-23.....................Night Practice.............6-8:30
**Camp schedule is subject to change.
**Picture day will be sometime this week (hopefully)
**Uniform fitting info and sign up links coming soon
2023-24 TROJAN MARCHING BAND Performance Schedule
These performances will be graded and required. Please plan ahead NOW!
The calendar is subject to change; however we will do our best to give adequate notice of any modifications. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and flexibility.
August ??………….……….…...Meet the Teams?……………….............Willman Field
August 24 ...............................OHS Football Game................................Willman Field
September 15 .........................OHS Football Game(Corunna)...............Willman Field
September 22..........................OHS Football (Homecoming)..................Willman Field
October 6 ................................OHS Football Game................................Willman Field
October 9 ...............................District Marching Band Festival............... Location TBA
October 13...............................OHS Football – Senior Night…..............Willman Field
October 16...............................District MB Festival (Rain Date)..............Location TBA
October TBA…........................Trojan Spectacular..................................OHS PAC
November 11…………………..Veterans Day Parade………………........Location TBA
June 6 ………………………….Curwood Opening Ceremony…….....….Curwood Castle Park
June 8…………………………..Curwood Heritage Parade……….…......M-21, Owosso
August 14-18.....................Band Camp................9:00-11:30, 1-3:30
August 21-23.....................Night Practice.............6-8:30
**Camp schedule is subject to change.
**Picture day will be sometime this week (hopefully)
**Uniform fitting info and sign up links coming soon
2023-24 TROJAN MARCHING BAND Performance Schedule
These performances will be graded and required. Please plan ahead NOW!
The calendar is subject to change; however we will do our best to give adequate notice of any modifications. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and flexibility.
August ??………….……….…...Meet the Teams?……………….............Willman Field
August 24 ...............................OHS Football Game................................Willman Field
September 15 .........................OHS Football Game(Corunna)...............Willman Field
September 22..........................OHS Football (Homecoming)..................Willman Field
October 6 ................................OHS Football Game................................Willman Field
October 9 ...............................District Marching Band Festival............... Location TBA
October 13...............................OHS Football – Senior Night…..............Willman Field
October 16...............................District MB Festival (Rain Date)..............Location TBA
October TBA…........................Trojan Spectacular..................................OHS PAC
November 11…………………..Veterans Day Parade………………........Location TBA
June 6 ………………………….Curwood Opening Ceremony…….....….Curwood Castle Park
June 8…………………………..Curwood Heritage Parade……….…......M-21, Owosso
2022-23 VETERANS DAY PARADE INFO
WHO: Owosso TMB
WHAT: Veterans Day Parade
WHEN: November 11, 2022
Report to OHS at 3:45(ish) so you are READY TO GO @ 4pm
Parade starts at 5:00 PM
Estimated time of parade end - 5:45pm @ Perry Fire Station - If you are riding home with your family, this is when and where they should meet you!
Estimated Time of Return to OHS 6:30pm or earlier. Students should text parents for exact pickup time when bus leaves Perry.
WHERE: Perry, MI
ROUTE: Perry HS to Perry Fire Department
What are we playing? Armed Forces Salute
What do we wear? Full marching uniform with layers under uniform
Riding home with a parent/guardian? Turn in/send notes to Mrs. Kowalczyk or Mr. Sterk by WEDNESDAY 11/10
After the parade - kids who are going home with a parent/guardian and NOT returning on the bus should
1. board the bus FIRST, case your instrument and get off the bus
2. meet your parent/guardian at the buses near the fire station(see map below)
3. take your parent/guardian WITH YOU to check out with YOUR chaperone.
------For your safety, YOU MUST CHECK OUT WITH YOUR CHAPERONE before you leave!----
WHAT: Veterans Day Parade
WHEN: November 11, 2022
Report to OHS at 3:45(ish) so you are READY TO GO @ 4pm
Parade starts at 5:00 PM
Estimated time of parade end - 5:45pm @ Perry Fire Station - If you are riding home with your family, this is when and where they should meet you!
Estimated Time of Return to OHS 6:30pm or earlier. Students should text parents for exact pickup time when bus leaves Perry.
WHERE: Perry, MI
ROUTE: Perry HS to Perry Fire Department
What are we playing? Armed Forces Salute
What do we wear? Full marching uniform with layers under uniform
Riding home with a parent/guardian? Turn in/send notes to Mrs. Kowalczyk or Mr. Sterk by WEDNESDAY 11/10
After the parade - kids who are going home with a parent/guardian and NOT returning on the bus should
1. board the bus FIRST, case your instrument and get off the bus
2. meet your parent/guardian at the buses near the fire station(see map below)
3. take your parent/guardian WITH YOU to check out with YOUR chaperone.
------For your safety, YOU MUST CHECK OUT WITH YOUR CHAPERONE before you leave!----
Map of Fire Department BELOW
meet your student HERE around 5:45 for pickup.
meet your student HERE around 5:45 for pickup.
Parade route BELOW
Our most current ALL EVENTS schedule is below.
Though we try to avoid changes, it is sometimes not possible. Thank you in advance for your flexibility.
Though we try to avoid changes, it is sometimes not possible. Thank you in advance for your flexibility.
SENIOR NIGHT INFO
PREGAME --> Business as usual. Football and cheer seniors have already celebrated with their team.
HALFTIME
- TMB performs halftime show
- Band moves back field
- Seniors announced alphabetically. When announced, report to your spot in the the "23". FAMILY - as your student is announced, please join them in the formation on the field.
- Seniors play "Go You Owosso". Underclassmen join in playing the second time through the song.
- Seniors dismissed for pictures on the front sideline. When done with pictures you must return to the band stands. You are NOT dismissed to go home ;)
- Underclassmen band members will collapse the form and return to the band stands as usual.
Reminders:
SENIOR BAND PARENTS/FAMILY MEMBERS should report in front of the home stands front sideline after the majorette feature. Please be sure to be situated on the correct side of the field before the conclusion of the last song.
PLEASE stay close to the bleachers and away from the front sideline until the last song is complete. Please do not crowd the front sideline during the halftime performance. This is an effort to minimize distraction from the performance and keep everyone (families and performers) safe.
PLEASE talk with your student about which side of the field they will be on in the "23" formation. Please report to that side of the field to make things go as smoothly as possible.
HALFTIME
- TMB performs halftime show
- Band moves back field
- Seniors announced alphabetically. When announced, report to your spot in the the "23". FAMILY - as your student is announced, please join them in the formation on the field.
- Seniors play "Go You Owosso". Underclassmen join in playing the second time through the song.
- Seniors dismissed for pictures on the front sideline. When done with pictures you must return to the band stands. You are NOT dismissed to go home ;)
- Underclassmen band members will collapse the form and return to the band stands as usual.
Reminders:
SENIOR BAND PARENTS/FAMILY MEMBERS should report in front of the home stands front sideline after the majorette feature. Please be sure to be situated on the correct side of the field before the conclusion of the last song.
PLEASE stay close to the bleachers and away from the front sideline until the last song is complete. Please do not crowd the front sideline during the halftime performance. This is an effort to minimize distraction from the performance and keep everyone (families and performers) safe.
PLEASE talk with your student about which side of the field they will be on in the "23" formation. Please report to that side of the field to make things go as smoothly as possible.
Marching Festival Information
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We know that there could be some conflicts with night practice and OHS athletic contests. Let's work through it together!
As always....
Performances/games take precedent over practices. However, if you can do both, DO IT!
Try to split your time on days where both athletics and band are practicing.
Plan and communicate!
Be here when you can be here and when you’re here…. WORK!
Though we will try to avoid changes, we thank you in advance for your flexibility
As always....
Performances/games take precedent over practices. However, if you can do both, DO IT!
Try to split your time on days where both athletics and band are practicing.
Plan and communicate!
Be here when you can be here and when you’re here…. WORK!
Though we will try to avoid changes, we thank you in advance for your flexibility
22-23 HOMECOMING WEEK INFO
Tuesday 10/4
- TMB Rehearsal 6-8:30 @ Willman Stadium
---Bring your instrument, drill and whatever music you need.
---We will rehearse halftime/festival and Pre-Game
---Bring water. Dress in layers. Watch the weather and your phone before rehearsal for updates.
Wednesday 10/5
- TMB Rehearsal 6-8:30 @ OHS
---Same info and rehearsal plan as above
---This rehearsal MIGHT be at Willman OR at OHS - depending on weather and rehearsal needs. Listen in class for updates and watch REMIND for communication.
Friday 10/7
- Homecoming Parade, report 5:00 @ Fayette Square
--- Corner of Washington & Goodhue. Park where Christ Episcopal Church (the pretty, old, brick, gothic style one) is located
--- Full uniform, bring instrument (must travel to and from in its case!)
--- Plan ahead and eat a small meal before arrival. It's a LONG event.
--- SUGGESTION - get with a friend/parent/relative and drop one car off at NCG then ride together in a different car to the Fayette Square. Will save you a long walk after the game to get back to your car.
- Homecoming Game following the parade
--- Business as usual
---- Pregame following the ring ceremony
---- Halftime - festival show with addition of court ceremony at halftime after our performance
- POST PERFORMANCE immediately following the game
---ALL BAND MEMBERS INCLUDING COURT, FOOTBALL AND CHEER ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND.
---- One run through, off field to off field of festival show with ALL members in attendance
---- YES, it's graded. More than that, this is the only chance we have to perform as an entire band before Festival. It'll be quick but VERY important.
Tuesday 10/4
- TMB Rehearsal 6-8:30 @ Willman Stadium
---Bring your instrument, drill and whatever music you need.
---We will rehearse halftime/festival and Pre-Game
---Bring water. Dress in layers. Watch the weather and your phone before rehearsal for updates.
Wednesday 10/5
- TMB Rehearsal 6-8:30 @ OHS
---Same info and rehearsal plan as above
---This rehearsal MIGHT be at Willman OR at OHS - depending on weather and rehearsal needs. Listen in class for updates and watch REMIND for communication.
Friday 10/7
- Homecoming Parade, report 5:00 @ Fayette Square
--- Corner of Washington & Goodhue. Park where Christ Episcopal Church (the pretty, old, brick, gothic style one) is located
--- Full uniform, bring instrument (must travel to and from in its case!)
--- Plan ahead and eat a small meal before arrival. It's a LONG event.
--- SUGGESTION - get with a friend/parent/relative and drop one car off at NCG then ride together in a different car to the Fayette Square. Will save you a long walk after the game to get back to your car.
- Homecoming Game following the parade
--- Business as usual
---- Pregame following the ring ceremony
---- Halftime - festival show with addition of court ceremony at halftime after our performance
- POST PERFORMANCE immediately following the game
---ALL BAND MEMBERS INCLUDING COURT, FOOTBALL AND CHEER ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND.
---- One run through, off field to off field of festival show with ALL members in attendance
---- YES, it's graded. More than that, this is the only chance we have to perform as an entire band before Festival. It'll be quick but VERY important.
- TMB 2022-2023 PICTURE INFORMATION
Who: TMB 22-23
When: Tuesday, September 13 (during our previously scheduled rehearsal)
Where: Willman Field
Time: Group photo will be taken at 6PM so be READY TO GO at 6PM in the Block O.
Individual photos will be taken from 5:30-5:55PM and after the Block O full band picture. Those getting individual photos taken should try to arrive early and get that picture done early if possible.
We will also be taking pictures of each section after the photo of the Block O is complete.
SENIORS will have their photos taken for the newspaper from 5:30-5:55PM and after the Block O picture.
What do I wear? Your full TMB uniform (black men's oxford shoes, black crew/mid calf socks, spats, marching uniform pants and jacket, white gloves, hat and plume(plumes will be given out upon your arrival at Willman and collected immediately after the pictures).
Under your uniform, wear cool and comfortable clothes that cannot be seen while your uniform is on. We will take off our uniforms after the pictures, place them back in their garment bags then rehearse for the remaining time we have at Willman.
How do I order pictures? A link for ordering pictures will be sent to the parent/guardian email that is currently on file in PowerSchool. If you would like to order pictures, click on the link and select the photos then pay online.
If I am not ordering pictures, am I still getting my photo taken? Yes - we would like for all members of the TMB to have their picture taken with their section and in the Block O formation if possible.
Please feel free to contact Alternative Photography (810) 732-0534 or your Band Director with any questions/concerns.
When: Tuesday, September 13 (during our previously scheduled rehearsal)
Where: Willman Field
Time: Group photo will be taken at 6PM so be READY TO GO at 6PM in the Block O.
Individual photos will be taken from 5:30-5:55PM and after the Block O full band picture. Those getting individual photos taken should try to arrive early and get that picture done early if possible.
We will also be taking pictures of each section after the photo of the Block O is complete.
SENIORS will have their photos taken for the newspaper from 5:30-5:55PM and after the Block O picture.
What do I wear? Your full TMB uniform (black men's oxford shoes, black crew/mid calf socks, spats, marching uniform pants and jacket, white gloves, hat and plume(plumes will be given out upon your arrival at Willman and collected immediately after the pictures).
Under your uniform, wear cool and comfortable clothes that cannot be seen while your uniform is on. We will take off our uniforms after the pictures, place them back in their garment bags then rehearse for the remaining time we have at Willman.
How do I order pictures? A link for ordering pictures will be sent to the parent/guardian email that is currently on file in PowerSchool. If you would like to order pictures, click on the link and select the photos then pay online.
If I am not ordering pictures, am I still getting my photo taken? Yes - we would like for all members of the TMB to have their picture taken with their section and in the Block O formation if possible.
Please feel free to contact Alternative Photography (810) 732-0534 or your Band Director with any questions/concerns.