Message from Your Directors
Summer Band Update
Summer Band starts Monday, July 26th at 7am!!
What do you need to bring to your band camp to have a successful experience?
The primary concern at any band event is ensuring student safety and well being. This will begin by our students arriving prepared and dressed properly for rehearsal.
Volunteer Background Checks
All parents wishing to volunteer or chaperone at any time in the marching season or school year will need to fill out the following form required by the district.
https://hrvolunteer.nisd.net/TempMod.nsf?Open
Booster Meeting
We will be having our first Booster Meeting of the season on Tuesday July 20th at 7:00 pm in Harlan Auditorium. Please enter through the front of the auditorium because there will be an activity taking place in the band hall. If you are able and interested in making a donation please bring a case of water to the booster meeting and leave them in the hall by the booster room.
School Owned Instruments
Bass Clarinets, Oboes, Bassoons, Tenor Saxophones, Horns, Mellophones, Euphoniums, Marching Baritones & Tubas
If you need a summer instrument from the list above please send an email with the student’s full name and what instrument they play to Mr. De Leon at bobby.deleon@nisd.net. Instruments have been preassigned and will be ready for you to pick up. Mr. De Leon’s district email was not working and there were some technology concerns out of our control, but it is now up and working again. If you emailed him in the last two weeks, please try to reconnect.
If you are in need of an instrument and it is NOT in the list above, please send Dr. Tucker an email at andrew.tucker@nisd.net with your student’s full name and instrument.
Tubas
Our tuba section will start the week on their concert horns and need to make sure that they have them at the beginning of band camp.
Horns:
The Horn (French Horn) section will need their concert instruments at band camp everyday for the first two weeks of band camp.
SNAP FUNDRAISER -
Our first general fundraiser will launch on the first day of band camp. In order for this to be successful we need full group participation. You will need to collect emails of people that are interested in donating to support you along your educational and performance journey. The expectation is that every member of our band has 20 quality emails uploaded to your profile. I will be able to track this! Make sure your emails do NOT include students, teachers, fake emails, etc. and are only legitimate potential donors. Again, I will be tracking this. Quality of emails and communication is what helps this be successful.
Important Dates
July 20th Parent Booster Meeting 7 PM
July 19 - 23: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Colorguard and Percussion Camp
July 19 - 22: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Leadership Camp
July 26th: Band Camp Starts at 7:00 AM
See Informational for more specifics
July 31st: Band Registration - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
9:00 AM Seniors / 10:00 AM Juniors / 12:00 PM Sophomores / 2:00 PM Freshmen
August 19th Band Blowout (end of band camp performance)
Summer Band starts Monday, July 26th at 7am!!
What do you need to bring to your band camp to have a successful experience?
The primary concern at any band event is ensuring student safety and well being. This will begin by our students arriving prepared and dressed properly for rehearsal.
- Water Jug - filled everyday and washed once a week.
- Black 1-inch binder for music/Pencil/Tuner
- (Optional) Towel/Beach Towel: You are able to place this on the ground when outside for stretching/floor exercises
- Colorguard Camp Attire: White top/Black Shorts/Tennis Shoes
- Leadership Camp Attire: White T-Shirt/Shorts/Tennis Shoes (bring water jugs!)
- Attire for Band Camp
- Week One: Traditions - this allows our students to get to know who our new members and returning members are for the entire week
- Freshman/New Members - White T-Shirt (easy!)
- Returning Members: Harlan Hawk Band Practice Shirt Monday and Tuesday/ White T-Shirt Wednesday - Friday
- Remaining weeks will include theme days/section colors that will be announced very soon!
- Everyone: shorts, tennis shoes (no open-toe shoes!)
- Week One: Traditions - this allows our students to get to know who our new members and returning members are for the entire week
Volunteer Background Checks
All parents wishing to volunteer or chaperone at any time in the marching season or school year will need to fill out the following form required by the district.
https://hrvolunteer.nisd.net/TempMod.nsf?Open
Booster Meeting
We will be having our first Booster Meeting of the season on Tuesday July 20th at 7:00 pm in Harlan Auditorium. Please enter through the front of the auditorium because there will be an activity taking place in the band hall. If you are able and interested in making a donation please bring a case of water to the booster meeting and leave them in the hall by the booster room.
School Owned Instruments
Bass Clarinets, Oboes, Bassoons, Tenor Saxophones, Horns, Mellophones, Euphoniums, Marching Baritones & Tubas
If you need a summer instrument from the list above please send an email with the student’s full name and what instrument they play to Mr. De Leon at bobby.deleon@nisd.net. Instruments have been preassigned and will be ready for you to pick up. Mr. De Leon’s district email was not working and there were some technology concerns out of our control, but it is now up and working again. If you emailed him in the last two weeks, please try to reconnect.
If you are in need of an instrument and it is NOT in the list above, please send Dr. Tucker an email at andrew.tucker@nisd.net with your student’s full name and instrument.
Tubas
Our tuba section will start the week on their concert horns and need to make sure that they have them at the beginning of band camp.
Horns:
The Horn (French Horn) section will need their concert instruments at band camp everyday for the first two weeks of band camp.
SNAP FUNDRAISER -
Our first general fundraiser will launch on the first day of band camp. In order for this to be successful we need full group participation. You will need to collect emails of people that are interested in donating to support you along your educational and performance journey. The expectation is that every member of our band has 20 quality emails uploaded to your profile. I will be able to track this! Make sure your emails do NOT include students, teachers, fake emails, etc. and are only legitimate potential donors. Again, I will be tracking this. Quality of emails and communication is what helps this be successful.
Important Dates
July 20th Parent Booster Meeting 7 PM
July 19 - 23: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Colorguard and Percussion Camp
July 19 - 22: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Leadership Camp
July 26th: Band Camp Starts at 7:00 AM
See Informational for more specifics
July 31st: Band Registration - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
9:00 AM Seniors / 10:00 AM Juniors / 12:00 PM Sophomores / 2:00 PM Freshmen
August 19th Band Blowout (end of band camp performance)
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Harlan Band Summer Informational:
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Wind Ensemble
Enjoy your summer! Make sure you download the Harlan Band Informational for all of the upcoming summer band camp dates and more!
May 17th - 21st
CONCERT WEEK - Percussion with us every day
Mon. |
Tues. |
Wed. |
Thurs. |
Friday |
8:30 AM Full Band (w/Percs) |
8:30 AM Full Band (w/Percs) |
8:30 AM Full Band w/Percs |
CONCERT |
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*On student holidays that occur on Monday, Flute/Oboe/Clarinet students will attend sectionals on Tuesday.
Symphonic Band
Enjoy your summer! Make sure you download the Harlan Band Informational for all of the upcoming summer band camp dates and more!
May 17th - 21st
UIL WEEK
Mon. |
Tues. |
Wed. |
Thurs. |
Friday |
Brass 5:15 - 7:15 PM |
Woodwinds 5:15 - 7:15 PM |
Full Band 5:30 - 7:30 PM |
CONCERT |
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Concert Band
Enjoy your summer! Make sure you download the Harlan Band Informational for all of the upcoming summer band camp dates and more!
Winter Guard
Enjoy your summer! Make sure you download the Harlan Band Informational for all of the upcoming summer band camp dates and more!
Leadership
We will update this section as we get closer to the leadership camp at the end of July, so stay tuned!
Percussion
Concert Band SchedulesThe below schedule will be updated weekly to reflect the needs of the Concert Band Ensembles for rehearsal times after school. Remember to get to rehearsal 10-15 minutes prior to your start time for set up in order for rehearsals to start on time!
Lessons with Mr. Millette:
Mr. Millette will be providing online lessons during the school year via Skype, Facetime, or Zoom. If you are interested in participating, the rates are the exact same as regular private lessons during the school year ($18 per half hour). He will have materials for you to work through, and with gearing up for next season, Mr. Millette will also be offering private online instruction with resources geared towards this goal. So, if you are interested, reach out to him: paul.c.millette@gmail.com |
Percussion Ensemble ScheduleThe Percussion Ensemble Schedule is now FLIPPED for the rest of the year - see the schedule below for more.
For all May related dates and times of events, please look at the digital calendar located on the harlan band website here: Band Calendar |
Percussion Camp
Packets of music are now posted - log in to your nisd gmail account to access this google drive folder. Click on the "packets of music" folder and download and print your specific instrument's packet of music. If you need me to print it out for you here at the school, please send me an email or remind and I will happily do that for you.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Asa0o2lMWETBy08I1GfcG01gWuWM76pG?usp=sharing
Here's what you will need for the July Camp:
Masks:
Per Governor Abbott’s mandate, schools are not allowed to require the wearing of masks on campus grounds. However, it is highly encouraged that you still choose to wear one for your own safety, especially if you have not been fully vaccinated. For now, we will still be implementing a social distancing protocol to make the areas as safe as possible for all students and staff involved in the summer percussion camps. Please reach out to Mr. Partida or Dr. Tucker if you have any further questions or concerns.
Location:
The camps will take place in the Harlan High School Band Halls. If you have never been to Harlan before - the band hall is located on the side of the building. Look for the big Harlan Band 18-wheeler in the parking lot - he double doors that are right in front of that 18-wheeler are the double doors that enter into the band hall.
Attire:
Wear something comfortable and appropriate for the summer heat. Shorts, t-shirt, and tennis shoes are my recommendation. We won't be necessarily going outside much during the June Camp, but we will be standing and playing all day long, so make sure your shoes are comfortable on your feet for standing all day. Flats are not recommended because they don't have much support for your feet.
Food/Hydration:
First and foremost - BRING A JUG OF WATER. I don't mean a small water bottle, I mean a huge jug to drink from all day. You will need plenty of hydration to keep your brain engaged throughout the day of learning. Anyone who knows me knows I like to eat - so, lunch break will be an hour, from noon-1pm. There will be no off-campus lunch at this time, so plan ahead and pack a lunch for you to eat. During lunch, social distancing protocols will still be in place.
Music/Materials:
Please download the packet of music (link posted above) and bring to camp with a binder and page protectors. We will have some page protectors available, but our supply is running very low, so try your best to bring these materials yourself. If you need me to print the packet, I will do so at camp, please just let me know. If you are in Front Ensemble, bring whatever pair of Marimba Mallets that you have. Drumline - bring your pads and sticks. I will be giving you all materials on the first day of camp.
Timeline:
Percussion Camp is from 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday this week. The band hall will be open every day by 7:30am for students to set up and get ready for the day. Any conflicts of any kind need to be communicated with Mr. Partida. Remember, camp is an audition for Front Ensemble members specifically, but also drumline as well. If you want a good spot in the front ensemble (or want to keep your spot on the drumline), then don't miss camp days. You are auditioning for me year round - so, show me that you want to be good at this percussion thing by showing up and being ready to go.
Masks:
Per Governor Abbott’s mandate, schools are not allowed to require the wearing of masks on campus grounds. However, it is highly encouraged that you still choose to wear one for your own safety, especially if you have not been fully vaccinated. For now, we will still be implementing a social distancing protocol to make the areas as safe as possible for all students and staff involved in the summer percussion camps. Please reach out to Mr. Partida or Dr. Tucker if you have any further questions or concerns.
Location:
The camps will take place in the Harlan High School Band Halls. If you have never been to Harlan before - the band hall is located on the side of the building. Look for the big Harlan Band 18-wheeler in the parking lot - he double doors that are right in front of that 18-wheeler are the double doors that enter into the band hall.
Attire:
Wear something comfortable and appropriate for the summer heat. Shorts, t-shirt, and tennis shoes are my recommendation. We won't be necessarily going outside much during the June Camp, but we will be standing and playing all day long, so make sure your shoes are comfortable on your feet for standing all day. Flats are not recommended because they don't have much support for your feet.
Food/Hydration:
First and foremost - BRING A JUG OF WATER. I don't mean a small water bottle, I mean a huge jug to drink from all day. You will need plenty of hydration to keep your brain engaged throughout the day of learning. Anyone who knows me knows I like to eat - so, lunch break will be an hour, from noon-1pm. There will be no off-campus lunch at this time, so plan ahead and pack a lunch for you to eat. During lunch, social distancing protocols will still be in place.
Music/Materials:
Please download the packet of music (link posted above) and bring to camp with a binder and page protectors. We will have some page protectors available, but our supply is running very low, so try your best to bring these materials yourself. If you need me to print the packet, I will do so at camp, please just let me know. If you are in Front Ensemble, bring whatever pair of Marimba Mallets that you have. Drumline - bring your pads and sticks. I will be giving you all materials on the first day of camp.
Timeline:
Percussion Camp is from 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday this week. The band hall will be open every day by 7:30am for students to set up and get ready for the day. Any conflicts of any kind need to be communicated with Mr. Partida. Remember, camp is an audition for Front Ensemble members specifically, but also drumline as well. If you want a good spot in the front ensemble (or want to keep your spot on the drumline), then don't miss camp days. You are auditioning for me year round - so, show me that you want to be good at this percussion thing by showing up and being ready to go.
Looking Ahead…
Here are the dates for the Percussion Camps happening over the summer at Harlan High School. Front Ensemble auditions will take place during the June and July camps - you DON'T want to miss them. Students are expected to bring a lunch (no off-campus lunch) and will have an hour to eat. Bring a HUGE water jug as well. Dress appropriately for summer weather (shorts), but with tennis shoes. These camps are required and will be pivotal in determining who is placed where in the marching ensembles. If you want to impress us and want to be considered for an important spot in the ensemble, then show up to everything. If you don’t show up and don’t communicate, we will assume you are lacking the motivation necessary to be put on an important part of the ensemble. For instance, a dentist appointment is not an acceptable excuse for missing these camps because they can be scheduled at any time in the summer.
Percussion Camp 2: July 19th - 23rd, 8am to 5pm.
SUMMER BAND STARTS JULY 26th, 7am to 5pm! See the informational below for a complete timeline for Summer Band
Please let Mr. Partida (steven.partida@nisd.net) or Dr. Tucker (andrew.tucker@nisd.net) know if you have any questions or concerns about any of this. Please also see the updated Harlan Band Informational for all of the summer activities and band camp schedule for AFTER these percussion camps. Let’s Go Hawks!
Here are the dates for the Percussion Camps happening over the summer at Harlan High School. Front Ensemble auditions will take place during the June and July camps - you DON'T want to miss them. Students are expected to bring a lunch (no off-campus lunch) and will have an hour to eat. Bring a HUGE water jug as well. Dress appropriately for summer weather (shorts), but with tennis shoes. These camps are required and will be pivotal in determining who is placed where in the marching ensembles. If you want to impress us and want to be considered for an important spot in the ensemble, then show up to everything. If you don’t show up and don’t communicate, we will assume you are lacking the motivation necessary to be put on an important part of the ensemble. For instance, a dentist appointment is not an acceptable excuse for missing these camps because they can be scheduled at any time in the summer.
Percussion Camp 2: July 19th - 23rd, 8am to 5pm.
SUMMER BAND STARTS JULY 26th, 7am to 5pm! See the informational below for a complete timeline for Summer Band
Please let Mr. Partida (steven.partida@nisd.net) or Dr. Tucker (andrew.tucker@nisd.net) know if you have any questions or concerns about any of this. Please also see the updated Harlan Band Informational for all of the summer activities and band camp schedule for AFTER these percussion camps. Let’s Go Hawks!
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