Band Camp Send Off Parent Social

Comments: OffJuly 6th, 2014 by

Mark Your Calendars! Sunday, August 3, 2014 from 1:30 – 5:00pm.

Back by popular demand, we will have a parent social immediately after the buses leave for Band Camp at the Golden Nugget Tavern and Grille. ALL EP band parents are invited. We especially welcome CMS and freshman parents – it’s a great way to get to meet other band parents in a relaxed setting.

We will have the back room and patio reserved for our group. Each parent is responsible for the cost of their own food and beverages. Golden Nugget will once again offer $6 burger baskets until 5:00.

Hope to see you there!

Posted in Band Camp, Fun

Work Day at the ARC (Band Camp)

Comments: OffJune 30th, 2014 by

Work day at The ARC (Band Camp) in Osceola is Saturday, July 19th, 2014 from 9:30am (be at ARC) until 3:00 or 4:00 pm. We can carpool from the high school to minimize the driving.

The staff members at the ARC have designed a new field for EP Band to use at band camp. It was developed towards the back of camp and is farther away, noise wise, from the surrounding neighborhood. Two years ago we helped them finish the director stand and removable stairs. Last year we helped build a human foosball court and a gaga pit. These were so beneficial to EP Band Camp that here is a way to return the favor.

The ARC staff needs our gift of time and talents with projects around camp to help with the up keep of the general area and some activity sites. They have not specified the projects at hand but there will be something to do that fits everyone’s skill level.

They have requested the help of 20-25 people:
Adults with some carpentry and electrical skills
Adults or older kids that like to paint
Many able bodies to groom the area (weed, trim, etc)

The materials needed and most of the tools will be supplied by The ARC.
If you have a favorite shovel, hammer, work gloves, or other tools bring them along.

Lunch will be provided by the ARC. Snacks will be available. Just bring your own water bottle. Water to refill water bottles will be available.

This is a great opportunity to see the camp and get a feel for what the week of Band Camp will be all about for your child.

Please respond to Jo Benson at jobenson@comcast.net if you are able to help or have any questions.

Posted in Band Camp

Clarinet Camp Opportunity in July

Comments: OffJune 30th, 2014 by

Clarinet Camp at MacPhail is a week of engaging, practical and varied information and activities for middle and high school clarinet players. (Ages 12-18.) From 9:30-1 each day, students will be engaged in small ensemble rehearsals and explore the fundamentals of creating a superior tone and accurate technique. In addition, campers will become acquainted with the acoustics and history of the clarinet, the importance of maintaining a consistent supply of functioning reeds, and how to troubleshoot and repair common mechanical problems. Throughout the week, students will experience the wide variety of musical voices that can be produced by the soprano clarinet and the clarinet family. The camp finale is a concert for family and friends on Friday, July 25 at 11:30am. Camp instructors include MacPhail faculty Katrina Mundinger, Nina Olsen and Paul Schimming.

Dr. Jackson highly recommends this camp as a way to help students take their performance to the next level.
Camp dates are July 21-25, and the cost is $385. Registration deadline is July 7.

To register or to find out more information, contact Nina Olsen, Winds, Brass and Percussion Department Chair, at nina.olsen@macphail.org.

Posted in Band News, Uncategorized

Eagle Band Car Wash Challenge – June 28th

Comments: OffJune 25th, 2014 by

It’s the battle of the woodwinds versus the brass! On Saturday, June 28, the hornline will compete against each other at car washes in two different locations in Eden Prairie. All proceeds will go to the Eagle Band’s fundraising initiative, the Sharp Dressed Band campaign, to raise money for new uniforms for the entire band. Woodwinds will be washing cars at the Cub Foods located on Den Road in Eden Prairie. Brass will wash cars at Walgreen’s on the corner of Eden Prairie Road and Highway 5. In addition to raising money, the section that raises the most money will get to be first in the food line at band camp. The losing section will have the privilege of waxing the 54 foot trailer. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please come out an support our kids!

Posted in Eagle Band, Fundraisers

2014 Eagle Band Rehearsal/Parent Meeting

Comments: OffMay 28th, 2014 by

Congratulations to the new 2014 Eagle Band! We know you are in for a great season!

Reminder – the first full rehearsal for the musical ensemble is Thursday, May 29th from 6:00 – 9:00. The Colorguard rehearses that night as well.

There is also a mandatory parent meeting on Thursday, May 29th in the Auditorium starting at 7:00 pm. Please try to make it if you can. We will be learning more about the show and answering all questions about the upcoming season.

See you there!

Posted in Eagle Band

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