April 22, 2026: State Solo Contest & State Chamber Ensemble Contest Info
April 22, 2026: State Solo Contest & State Chamber Ensemble Contest Info
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Hello!
Please read on for information about the State Solo Contest and the State Chamber Ensemble Contest! Please note that, unlike districts, these are separate events on separate dates at different venues!
Be sure to read all of the information below so that you are informed and there aren't any questions. If you have questions after reading, please askI
State Chamber Ensemble Championships
This event will be held Friday, May 1st at Mt. Hood Community College. Here is the schedule, with two tabs. One sorts by category, the other by school.
Please note that this is on a school day and your performance at this event is NOT a school-sponsored field trip. As such, it will be your responsibility to arrange for transportation to the event (consider carpooling with other members of your ensemble) and your parents will need to arrange your excused absence with the school office.
Here are a few other reminders and action items for you:
Each ensemble must present the room manager with THIS FORM. Please print it out and print legibly.
All ensembles must have 3 original copies of their piece(s).
Some publishers are willing to allow copies to be made for performances such as this, but it is critical that you have a letter/email establishing that permission has been granted for copies to be made and that this letter is included with each copy.
If your ensemble is performing a piece that is in the public domain, please attach a note signifying this.
If your ensemble is performing a piece that was downloaded for ePrint, please bring a receipt that shows proof of purchase for all three copies.
If you are using printed/copied scores, you must print and complete this Verification Form (which must also be signed by me!) and bring to the check-in desk at the College Theatre lobby. Your printed scores will receive a stamp from the staff there verifying that they are acceptable for the event.
Full details about the event can be found here. I strongly suggest you read the entire document!
On site, you will have the opportunity to buy state championship t-shirts to commemorate your time!
State Solo Music Championships
This event will be held Saturday, May 2nd at Portland State University in Lincoln Hall, the campus's music building. Here is a schedule (after clicking the link, from the "select location" drop down choose "Mountainside"). Please note that the rooms listed may not yet be accurate. I will send the updated schedule with maps and updated room listings when it becomes available.
Here are a few other reminders and action items for you:
Dropping a student after 11:59pm tonight constitutes "withdrawal during a competition" under OSAA guidelines. Not attending the event will result in a $1,000 fine! Please communicate if there is an emergency.
All soloists must have 3 original copies of their piece(s).
Some publishers are willing to allow copies to be made for performances such as this, but it is critical that you have a letter/email establishing that permission has been granted for copies to be made and that this letter is included with each copy.
If you are performing a piece that is in the public domain, please attach a note signifying this.
If you are performing a piece that was downloaded for ePrint, please bring a receipt that shows proof of purchase for all three copies.
If you are using printed/copied scores, you must print and complete this Verification Form (which must also be signed by me!) and bring to the check-in desk at the entrance to Lincoln Hall. Your printed scores will receive a stamp from the staff there verifying that they are acceptable for the event.
As this event takes place in downtown Portland, you will likely have to find street parking (and pay for it). There might be available parking at nearby PSU parking garages; as I get more information on that, I will pass it along!
A few tips/reminders for the day of:
Arrive at your performance room at LEAST 10 minutes before performance time. You will need:
Your instrument (5-octave marimba, vibraphone, xylophone, & timpani are provided—you need to bring your own snare drum with stand)
Your music
3 original/legal copies of your solo (part or score)--Without these you will be disqualified! See above for details.
Arrive earlier than 10 minutes as you will need to get this verified at the front desk
All equipment/instrument needs must have already been communicated.
If you need it, bring it. Pianos will be in each room for accompanists.
Adjudication forms will be sent to the teacher by Monday, May 4th.
Warm-up space, pianos, and practice rooms are at a premium – please share.
ABSOLUTELY NO PLAYING OUTSIDE. This could be a disqualifying offense!
Just before your performance time, you are allowed to set up your stand and equipment and may take a tuning note with your pianist.
In your performance room, you will NOT introduce yourself, your piece, or your pianist. A festival official will introduce you with an identification number and announce that your 10 minutes has started. At that time, you will perform your piece. At the end of the piece, you should bow for the applause, but there will be no in-person feedback - all judge comments will be on the written sheets.
EVERYONE:
I'm looking forward to seeing all of your performances next week! I know how hard you all have worked to prepare them, and - above all - you should be proud of the accomplishment of qualifying for these contests!!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 1, 2026: Student Volunteer Sign-Ups for Metro League Band Contest
April 1, 2026: Student Volunteer Sign-Ups for Metro League Band Contest
Dear MHS Students,
On next Thursday, April 9th, Mountainside HS is hosting the Metro League Band Festival. We need student volunteers to help run this event, which runs during the day and into the evening. There are several shifts that take place at different times, so please sign up for what you're able to. You may sign up for multiple shifts so long as they do not conflict with one another or with any of your performance obligations for the day.
Students who volunteer with this event can earn points toward their Varsity letter in band.
SB & WE Members, as performers on the day of the event, there are some times during which you will be unable to volunteer owing to your obligations. Please be aware of those limitations as you sign up for times (Wind Ensemble members are busy from 8:55am-11:30am and Symphonic Band members are busy from 12:45pm-2:30pm).
The roles I need help with are as follows:
Stage Crew - I need five students on each of three shifts (10am-noon, 12:30-3:30, and 3:45-6:45) who will help move chairs and music stands on stage between each band's performance. I will provide you with a link to a Google drive containing stage diagrams for each group.
Band Guides - each visiting band will be assigned a student guide who will escort the band through the building from entry, to case storage, to warm-up, to performance, to sight-reading, and finally back to case storage. I'll provide specifics on this in a separate email.
Judge Runner/Blake's Assistant - I have three shifts for a helper for Blake Kuroiwa as he works with the judges
Sight-reading room helper - There are three shifts to help out the sight-reading judge with distributing and collecting the sight-reading music. This can be a fun and enlightening experience to see how different bands handle the sight-reading room!
To sign up for a shift, please enter your name and email in the appropriate spots of this Google Sheet! [link can be found in original email]
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 1, 2026: Audition Information for Wind Ensemble
April 1, 2026: Audition Information for Wind Ensemble
Dear MHS Band Students,
Audition materials for the Wind Ensemble are now available on Canvas. All students (including current Wind Ensemble members) who wish to be in Wind Ensemble next year must record and submit an audition. Auditions are due on April 26th.
If you are in Concert Band or Symphonic Band and wish to be in either Concert Band or Symphonic Band next year, there is no need to complete an audition. Your ensemble will be what you put on your course selection sheet.
To complete Wind Ensemble auditions, click this link to join the Canvas course for auditions, then scroll to the WE audition materials and submit the assignment for your instrument. The assignment will close on April 26th, so be sure to get it done on time! After auditions are evaluated, counselors will receive an updated roster for each band and adjust schedules accordingly.
While course selection is now complete, please make sure you review the following information in case any changes need to be made!
I strongly recommend that all band students consider taking music theory at some point during their high school career. Music theory helps you to understand music at a much deeper level, and this strengthens your performance abilities in several ways.
If you are planning to complete IB Music as part of the IB Diploma program, you MUST take the music theory course. It fits most easily into your schedule if you take it your sophomore year. In most cases, this requires that you take one or both of your health classes online and possibly defer PE to your senior year. Also note that the new Personal Finance class has an online offering during the summer for those who have no room in their regular schedule. This does have a tuition fee associated with it, however. If you are NOT a full-IB student, you will likely have room to take Music Theory whenever you want.
If you are in wind ensemble and would also like to play in one of the other bands, you may do so. Students sometimes help out as section coaches in a second band or learn a secondary instrument, or both!
Let me know if you have any questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
March 31, 2026: Spring Band Day Info, Saturday 4/18 (and follow up emails)
March 31, 2026: Spring Band Day Info, Saturday 4/18 (and follow up emails)
March 31, 2026
Subject: Spring Band Day Info, Saturday 4/18
Dear MHS Band Parents & Students,
Spring Band Day is coming up on Saturday, April 18th! For our new members in particular, this email will shed the light on what, exactly, band day is all about:
For those who aren't familiar with it, Band Day is our biggest fundraiser of the year and is the only one that truly involves the entire band and color guard program. On Band Day, we bring groups of 10-12 musicians to several neighborhoods in the MHS area. These student groups play a few songs and go door-to-door to raise funds for the band program. Our community has been very supportive of this fundraising approach, and we hear frequently that people much prefer supporting us financially in this way rather than by purchasing items (e.g. candles, magazines or band candy) because they know that every penny will support the band.
This year's Band Day will be on Saturday, April 18th. Students will arrive at MHS at 8:15 that morning. We will get students into their groups, and do a brief warmup/practice in the band room. We'll hit the neighborhoods starting around 9am (for which we still need volunteer drivers!), come back around noon for a break and pizza lunch, then visit more neighborhoods from 1pm until around 4pm. Students will be treated to some ice cream upon their return to MHS, then dismissed for home!
If you are/were a participant in our 2025 marching band or the current winter guard unit but are NOT a member of our classes, you are also welcome to join us. Color guard members, please contact Katy Burns if you would like to participate! Winds/percussion who aren't in a class, please contact me (Mr. Zander) if you would like to participate.
Please do the following:
Download the attached Form C, complete it, and return the completed form to us by completing this Google Form. (BSD requires a new copy of this form for every event - sorry for the extra work this creates!)
Page 1 of this form is required for all participating students.
Volunteer drivers must also complete Page 2 of the form
If your child has a conflict and cannot participate in this year's Band Day, please let me (Mr. Zander) know via email so that I can adjust our Band Day groups accordingly. I'd appreciate having this information by Monday, April 6th.
Parents, we will need a lot of drivers for the event! While it's a long day, it is a ton of fun, and I can attest that band kids are a lot of fun to be around! To sign up as a driver, please SIGN UP HERE! [see original email for link]
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 15, 2026
Subject: Spring Band Day Reminders
Dear MHS Band/Guard Parents & Students,
Two reminders regarding our upcoming band day:
All student participants need to have a signed BSD Form C (attached to this email for your convenience) submitted to this Google Drive link! Please fill out the front page for students.
As you've probably seen from the emails coming from our volunteer coordinators, we are desperately in need of additional parent drivers for Band Day this Saturday! Please sign up here! [see original email for link] Band Day is critical to our financial success as a program (read below for more details)! Besides which, it's pretty fun to hang out with our awesome band students for the day! Especially given the large number of graduating families, it would be wonderful to have newer families get involved with this event!
Some facts about Band Day:
Band Day brings in over half of the fundraised money in any given school year!
Band Day helps us bring in clinicians for regular band classes, purchase supplies and music, pay for repairs, fund scholarships, take buses to events that the school district won't cover, and so much more!
To replace Band Day, we'd have to do at least a half dozen other smaller fundraisers (e.g. magazine sales, coffee sales, candy bar sales, etc.), which cumulatively would take many times the hours and much more effort than this single day.
Band Day is not only a solid fundraiser, it's a great way to do community outreach and publicity for our program. Many community members look forward to our visits and ask us when we'll be coming by again!
If you have friends/family who wish to donate but who do not live in our area, they can do so by visiting the Support & Donate page on our website!
Thank you for your support!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 16, 2026
Subject: Band Day Itinerary
Dear MHS Band & Guard Students & Parents
Please find attached the itinerary for Saturday's Band Day!
Parents: We are still in need of more drivers! SIGN UP HERE! [see original email for link] In case you missed it, drivers for band day will be entered into a drawing for a generous gift card from Murrayhill Tap House and McMenamin's! Three drivers will be drawn from the pool of volunteers!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
September 18, 2025: Marching Band Compeition FAQ & Itinerary for 9/27
September 18, 2025: Marching Band Compeition FAQ & Itinerary for 9/27
Dear Marching Ensemble Members,
We are just over one week away from our first marching band competition of the season! This email contains the first draft of our itinerary for the upcoming show date (please note that some times/details may change between now and next Saturday). While we will go over with the students in detail at the conclusion of Wednesday’s rehearsal, it's always important that students and parents review the itinerary thoroughly and understand where they need to be throughout the day.
I am also sending out a list of Frequently Asked Questions about band competitions (see below). Even for those of you who have attended competitions in the past, some of the things on this document may be informative. Thanks for reading!
Marching Season Competition FAQ
What is the difference between Preliminary and Finals?
Most competitions consist of two parts. Preliminary Competition (or prelims) happens in the morning and early afternoon. Finals Competition takes place in the evening. All groups perform in prelims, while only those who are invited stay for the finals. This number varies according to the venue, but is between 15-20 bands. If fewer than 15 bands performed in prelims, then all of the bands will typically return for finals.
For our first event this year, both rounds are non-competitive. Each band will perform, then will receive an on-field clinic with the adjudicators. The scores will not be announced for either round, though directors and students will receive feedback in the form of recorded commentary that we can use to help prepare the rest of the season. Because of the unique format for this first competition, the performance order for the finals round has already been determined, rather than being determined by the rankings from the preliminary round (see below for more information).
How is the order of performance determined?
Prelim performance time is based on a lottery system. At a meeting held in August, the show order is determined in a random drawing to determine which order the individual bands will go in within their class. Depending on the number of participating bands, the first performance is sometime around 9 or 10am, with the last prelim performance around 3:30. After an awards ceremony and a dinner break, the Finals begin.
Finals performance order is in reverse order of the preliminary scores without regard to classification. That is, the highest scoring preliminary band will go last in Finals. Finals awards are generally at 9:45pm. It is a long but very eventful and rewarding day!
Again, for our first competition this year, the preliminary round is not scored. Our finals performance time has been pre-determined based upon lottery.
What is A Class? AA Class? AAA Class? AAAA Class?
There are four classes of performing groups. Class A contains the smaller groups, while AAAA is the largest groups. The size cutoff changes from year to year, but our band is currently just over the cutoff for the largest classification.
What is the Awards Retreat?
For both Prelims and Finals, representatives from the band (usually the Drum Majors and Guard Captains) line up on the field and wait for the results to be announced. When their school's name is called, the representatives salute and step forward to receive any trophies/awards. It is also quite common for representatives to honor other bands by saluting them in some fashion when they receive an award.
How are the bands scored at competition?
Six judges evaluate each group at each performance. Details for scoring are listed in the program for the event (these cost anywhere from $2-$5, depending on the venue, but are usually worth every penny). The categories include Music General Effect, Music Ensemble, Music Individual, Visual General Effect, Visual Ensemble, and Visual Individual as well as separate Colorguard and Percussion. Different categories hold different weights toward the total score. The maximum score is 100. Trophies are given for third, second, and first place, as well as for "Caption Awards", such as High General Effect (combined Visual GE and Music GE), High Visual (combined individual and ensemble visual), High Music (combined individual and ensemble music), High Percussion, and High Auxiliary (colorguard).
What should I know about etiquette at these events?
Even though competitions are held in football stadiums, fan behavior is not the same as at a game.
There are definite protocol expectations that are common to all marching band competitions.
Please do not enter the stadium during a band performance. Visiting the concession stands between performances is often a great way to support the host band, but do not expect to re-enter if a band has begun playing. This is for the comfort of the audience watching the show, and to avoid distractions for the players.
For the same reason, do not leave the seating area during a performance, unless it is an emergency.
Please turn off cell phones during performances, or at least set them to silent mode.
Please try to refrain from loud gum-chewing, program rattling, or other noisemakers during performances
Except for applauding and cheering, chit-chat during a performance is also discouraged. This bothers those around you who are trying to pay attention to the performance.
Try to wear Mountainside colors and look for other Mountainside parents to sit next to.
As world-class fans, we cheer for everyone! Booing is in extremely poor taste. Similarly, any comments about another school's program, or even students from our own program need to be limited to positive comments only. Besides the fact that we do not win by putting others down, you never know who is sitting nearby. We have something to learn from every single school that has a program, and our primary goal is to support the overall education of all children in every school.
When our students are in uniform, they are working. Please do not expect to pull them away from the rest of the group. If you do want to remove your student from the rest of the Mountainside group, or if you have other questions, please check with the head chaperone. Please do not expect a private conference with the Directors or another staff member on a competition day. Their focus is 100% on our students.
After the prelims, please offer only positive comments to our students. Directors and the staff will handle anything that needs to be corrected. Genuine praise is always welcome!
What should I bring as an audience member?
You might be more comfortable if you bring:
A stadium seat. Even though many venues have chairs with backs, sometimes the seats are hard, and another layer of cushions is welcome. Some venues are only able to provide bleacher seats.
A blanket, gloves, a hat, and a warm coat. It gets chilly up there by the evening. Dressing in layers is the best way to go.
Water and/or a thermos of tea or coffee, and snacks. These are available at the concession stands, but sometimes it is difficult to get to the stands when you would like to, and it’s cheaper to bring your own stuff!
A pen or two for recording scores. It's fun to keep track of everyone through the season.
I'm looking forward to the first competition of the season!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Mountainside Marching Ensemble - Northwest Youth Fall Music Games Schedule - Sept 27, 2025
September 18, 2025: All-State Audition Info
September 18, 2025: All-State Audition Info
Hello!
If you are planning to audition for all-state honor bands but are recording your audition with someone OTHER than me, this email is for you! If this doesn't apply to you, feel free to disregard this email!
Info Packet:
This packet from the Oregon Music Education Association (OMEA) contains a lot of information about the All-State honor ensembles. If you or your parents would like to know more about the event, please feel free to read it!
Forms:
Please print the final two pages of the packet and fill out all of the information EXCEPT the lines for music teacher and principal signature. I will take all of the forms to Dr. Labossiere at once so you don't need to bother her! Please give the completed form to me by October 2nd!
Audition Fee:
The all-state audition fee is $22 for each audition submitted. Please make a payment to the Mavericks Band Boosters for your audition fee. Checks/cash can be deposited in the band room safe, but please make sure the envelope/check is clearly labeled with who the money is for and what the money is for. MBB will pay for all of the auditions when I go to upload recordings.
Recordings:
Please have your private lesson teacher email me your audio files or send them to me via google drive directly. Each track should be clearly named so I know which track it is and for which student.
Uploads:
I will upload each of the tracks to the OMEA audition website AND will also put them in a Google drive folder that I will share with you. You can then use these recordings, if you wish, to submit to BSD honor band or WIBC.
Feel free to reach out with any questions you might have!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
September 5, 2025: Private Lesson Informatino & PYP Peer Mentorship Program
September 5, 2025: Private Lesson Informatino & PYP Peer Mentorship Program
Dear Mountainside Band Members,
I would like to take a moment to emphasize that all band students are strongly encouraged to take private lessons on their instruments. Private lesson instructors are masters of their instrument and know far more about their instrument and repertoire than I can hope to learn in a lifetime. Students who take lessons improve with amazing rapidity and are often more likely to earn music scholarships in college, even as a non-major! They also grow in self-confidence and gain access to a number of extraordinary music opportunities they might not otherwise experience.
If you are interested in pursuing this, I have attached a list of many private lesson instructors in the area. [Contact Mr. Zander for current list of suggested Private Lesson Instructors.] Some offer remote lessons (over Zoom or similar apps), or even traveling lessons where the instructor comes to your home! Rates and schedule vary according to each individual instructor, and some may offer scholarships or reduced rates to families who meet criteria.
A local organization known as the Music Education Assistance Project also provides financial aid towards lessons. See their website for information on how to apply.
As I have mentioned in class, students who take private lessons on their band instrument are exempt from playing proficiency assignments! Once you begin lessons, simply complete this Private Lessons Pre-Approval Form and be sure to indicate the start date of your lessons. From that point, you no longer need to submit proficiencies (but please note that they will still show up in your Canvas assignments). At the end of the semester, you will submit a verification form signed by your lesson instructor.
If lessons with a professional instructor are not possible, consider participating in the Portland Youth Philharmonic's Peer Mentor Program. The PYP Peer Mentor program pairs up students in the PYP ensembles up with students in the area for FREE or low cost, half-hour private lessons. Students in Concert Band or Symphonic Band who take lessons on their band instrument through the Peer Mentor Program will be exempt from half of their playing proficiencies for the duration of their lessons. You will need to complete the pre-approval form above and the verification form as with the other lessons. If you are interested in the Peer Mentor Program, find out more about it on the PYP Peer Mentor website and apply for the program there!
As always, feel free to reach out with questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
September 3, 2025: Itinerary for Beaverton Parade & Band Day
September 3, 2025: Itinerary for Beaverton Parade & Band Day
Dear Marching Ensemble members,
At long last, here is the itinerary for Saturday, including the performance in the Beaverton Celebration Parade in the morning and our Fall Band Day in the afternoon!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Beaverton Parade & Band Day Schedule 2025
September 6, 2025
Items you need to bring:
____ Instrument/Supplies (extra reed, valve oil)
____ Under uniform apparel (black shoes, socks shirt
____ Water (to drink with lunch AND during band day)
____ Snacks (we will provide lunch, but snacks are always a good idea)
____ Sunscreen/hat/sunglasses for band day
____ MHS apparel to wear during band day
7:00 Call your “Everett Buddy” to make sure they are up and on their way!
7:05 Eat a SUBSTANTIAL breakfast.
8:00 Winds, Drumline & Color Guard Call Time. Get in uniform w shako/plume
8:30 Load buses. Bring your instrument without a case.
8:50 Depart MHS
9:00 Front Ensemble rehearsal begins in band room (until noon)
9:15 Arrive at staging area (Griffith Park)
10:00 Parade begins
~11:30 Parade ends. Load bus at disband area (Schiffler Park) and return to MHS
~12:00 Return to MHS. Neatly put away your uniforms and get dressed in Mav gear
for band day.
12:30 Lunch (provided). Drink LOTS of water
Menu: Pizza (cheese or pepperoni)
1:30 Fall Band Day begins (including front ensemble)
5:00 Return to school and announce wining band day group!
August 29, 2025: Honor Band Information 2025-26
August 29, 2025: Honor Band Information 2025-26
Dear Mountainside Band Parents and Students,
We are fortunate to have several opportunities to audition for a variety of honor bands in our district, state and in the Northwest! Please read on to find out more about all of these opportunities!
All-State Honor Bands & Orchestra
The Oregon Music Education Association hosts several honor ensembles every January, including All-State Jazz, All-State Wind Ensemble, All-State Symphonic Band and All-State Symphony Orchestra. Students wishing to audition for WE, SB, or Orchestra will submit one audition for all three groups. Jazz band has separate audition materials. All of the materials can be found here. (Be sure to find the correct packet for your instrument/ensemble: winds and percussion will use the 2026 High School Wind Ensemble materials and string players will use the 2026 High School Orchestra materials)
Auditions for the All-State honor groups must be submitted by October 5th, so please sign up for an audition recording time with Mr. Zander in the band room (Sign-ups will be available next week!) Alternately, your private lesson teacher may record you and send the recordings directly to Mr. Zander for submission.
If accepted, registration for All-State is $368 per student, which includes the cost of the hotel rooms.
The Washington State University music faculty have made demonstration recordings of the All-State and All-NW etudes to help you prepare.
Washington State University All-NW/All-State Etudes - Recorded by WSU faculty
Please note that all students who are auditioning for an All-State must fill out this All-State Student Information Form and deposit their $22 audition fee into the band room safe (please label the envelope clearly!) Please note that an additional $22 fee is required if a student is auditioning for both jazz band and band/orchestra. If you are writing a check for your audition(s), please make your payment out to Mavericks Band Boosters.
All-District Honor Band
Beaverton School District offers an honor band that also will take place in January. This ensemble is completely paid for by the district, so accepted members do not need to pay any fee.
Students will submit their own auditions for BSD Honor Band by joining this Canvas page. Detailed instructions are on that page. The audition deadline for BSD Honor Band is 11/7.
Western International Band Clinic
WIBC takes place in Seattle every year and brings in a great group of conductors and performers. This year’s WIBC will be November 21-24. There are four bands, and students have the option to audition with a harder or an easier set of materials. One of the unique things about WIBC is that each band gets to work with more than one conductor (most other honor bands get just one conductor for the weekend), and the conductors they bring in are some of the biggest names in our field.
Students may upload either the WIBC auditions (set A or set B) or their All-State recordings. For more information about audition materials and WIBC honor bands, follow this link. WIBC auditions are due by 10/10 and you can record them yourself and upload them directly to WIBCs website and pay your $25 audition fee. If you are recording auditions with Mr. Zander, he can send you your All-State recordings to use for your WIBC audition.
In Conclusion
Participating in an honor band is a great way to make connections with other talented and motivated musicians from around our district, state, or the country! I strongly encourage you to consider auditioning this year. If this year doesn’t work out, keep in mind that the audition materials only change a little bit every year, so this year’s work will only help prepare you for next year’s auditions.
As always, let me know if you have further questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
August 4, 2025: MHS Band: Locker & Instrument Checkout Requests
August 4, 2025: MHS Band: Locker & Instrument Checkout Requests
Dear MHS Band Students,
In the interest of getting a head start on setting up for the school year, please complete this Google Form [see original email for link] if you need to check out a school-owned instrument (and do not already have it) and/or if you plan to store your instrument(s) in an instrument locker near the band room.
If you already have your instrument(s) and a locker checked out to you (e.g. returning students or marching band members), you do not need to fill out this form.
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
August 3, 2025: Greetings Future Band/Guard Volunteers!!
August 3, 2025: Greetings Future Band/Guard Volunteers!!
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year!! Raptor is BSD's volunteer verification system. It was rolled out spring 2024 as a replacement for Better Impact. If you filled out an application last year, and were approved, there is no need to reapply. You will be alerted when you need to be re-verified. If you were volunteering at a different school, you need to change your profile to include MHS. If you have questions you can email the district volunteer coordinator volunteer@beaverton.k12.or.us
If you need to begin the volunteer application, CLICK HERE and please complete the process ASAP. This is a busy time, and we need to get as many new volunteers approved as possible!
Thanks, and we'll be reaching out again soon!!
Holly and Marilyn
MBB Volunteer Coordinators
August 1, 2025: MHS Fall Marching Band Meeting & Fitting TOMORROW
August 1, 2025: MHS Fall Marching Band Meeting & Fitting TOMORROW
***If you are not going to be in marching band, feel free to disregard this email***
Hi all,
Just a reminder, we will host our Fall Marching Information Meeting & Uniform Fitting TOMORROW, August 2nd from 9 - 12pm in the MHS Auditorium.
This is mandatory for ALL Fall 2025 members. You will learn specific details about the season, band camp, as well as volunteer for critical positions to make marching band possible.
After the meeting, there will be uniform fittings.
Winds & Percussion: Please wear athletic clothing (no heavy shorts/pants), wear/bring socks for shoes. If you are a returning member, please make sure that your shoes fit. There will only be ONE shoe order.
Colorguard: You will need to meet with Katy and be measured for your costume.
See you all tomorrow,
Blake Kuroiwa
July 25, 2025: Fall 2025 Marching Band Registration Reminder
July 25, 2025: Fall 2025 Marching Band Registration Reminder
Hi current and future MHS Band Members & Families,
This will probably be one of my LAST email reminders. We now have 85 total members registered (49 winds, 19 percussion, and 17 guard). Vets, please keep on registering as well and encouraging your friends to register too. This is the GOOD type of peer pressure.
Show Design Updates:
The MP3, PDFs parts & scores have been uploaded to the Google Drive folder named “MHS Marching Band Student Folder - 2025” This is the folder that will contain all the files needed throughout the season. This is also the way to know if you’ve registered or not. If I have shared that folder with your BSD Student email, your registration has been processed. I recommend starring or making a shortcut of this folder as you will reference it throughout the season.
Percussion parts are written for the opener. All MP3s and PDFs will be uploaded into the Drive once I get the correct file version.
2025 Band Camp Countdown: 1 WEEK (and a splash)
If you are ready to commit, here is the paperwork and registration you will need complete:
Fall 2025 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2025 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
Form A and Form C (each a different link)
Please fill out these forms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so we can start detailed planning of our fall show. Numbers of the ensemble is very important as it determines our competitive classification, the shape/forms of drill on the field, costume/flag ordering, as well as how many props we can have, how they will move, and how we will stage them. With this, please make it a priority to determine if you will be in marching band or not at the earliest date possible.
For those who may not be familiar with modern marching band, here is a video from Mountainside's performance at the 2024 NW Championships.
If you are still on the fence or have any lingering questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or I (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director at any time. We want you to join marching band but understand that there may be some questions or concerns you may have.
In our years of doing this activity, we have found that marching band for many students leads to the greatest success and positive start to the school year in the band room and the classroom, especially for students newly entering the high school experience.
Don’t forget to follow us on social media (Facebook Group: Mountainside Band Boosters - Members, Parents, & Staff OR Instagram: @mountainsidebands)
Have a great summer and keep practicing!
June 8, 2025: Summer Car Washes: SAVE THE DATE(s) & SIGN UPS!
June 8, 2025: Summer Car Washes: SAVE THE DATE(s) & SIGN UPS!
Hello Band & Guard Families!
Our school year is coming to a close, so you know what that means….IT'S CAR WASH SEASON!!🌞
For those of you who are new to the program, we try to host 4 car washes each summer to raise money for our Marching Program. Our summer car washes are our second largest fundraising opportunity of the season and require a lot of support not only from our students, but from our parents too! And it is a lot of fun!
Please take a look at the dates below, put them on your calendar AND sign up to volunteer if you are available.
Our June carwashes will be held at the Rite Aid on Murray/Allen: 14625 SW Allen Boulevard, Beaverton, OR 97007
Saturday, June 21st
Saturday, June 28th
To be confirmed, July 19th & 26th (pencil these in)!
Please note, our first 2 car washes in June are confirmed. The dates for the last 2 car washes in July are currently tentative as we are waiting on location confirmation.
BUT - you can go ahead and sign up for the first 2!!
😎 PARENTS, PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A CAR WASH SHIFT 😎
STUDENTS: Please join us at our car wash fundraisers at Rite Aid on Murray/Allen! It is a great opportunity to meet and get to know the Mountainside Band members.
Donuts, Pizza and Drinks will be provided. Don't forget your essential items: Water, Sunscreen, Instruments (especially drumsticks), MUSIC STANDS and Smiles!!
WEAR your MHS colors, stand on corner advertising for the car wash.
SMILE and wave people into the lot! OR be washing and rinsing cars.
BRING: Instrument, sunscreen, water, snacks or lunch if you would like and MUSIC STANDS!
🎷STUDENTS, PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A CAR WASH SHIFT 🎷
We will be adding student leadership positions at the car washes this year! If you are interested in helping lead car washes — including assigning positions/jobs, making sure students are washing/drying correctly, and managing timely rotations — be looking for an email with an application coming soon! Students who serve as car wash leaders will earn points toward their Varsity Letters for the 2025/2026 school year.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your volunteer coordinators by replying to this email. 💃💃
SEE YOU THERE!
Marilyn & Holly
June 6, 2025: Instrument Check Out/Return
June 6, 2025: Instrument Check Out/Return
Dear SB/WE Students,
If you are returning instruments for the summer, please be sure to bring them to class on Monday!
If you are checking instruments out for the summer, please make sure to complete the Google Form to request your instrument(s). I would also like to see the actual instrument you are checking out to verify serials numbers on the instrument match the case. However, if you have a tuba/bass at home, you do not need to bring that in!
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
May 29, 2025: School Instrument Return & Summer Instrument Checkout Information
May 29, 2025: School Instrument Return & Summer Instrument Checkout Information
Dear MHS Band Families,
If you are using a school-owned instrument during the school year, you may either return it in the next week or so OR you may request to keep the instrument checked out over the summer if you are continuing in band next year. Read on for details:
If you are returning the instrument:
Concert Band members will return school-owned instruments during class next week. Please be sure to bring the instrument to the school for class on Friday and next Tuesday! There will not be a need to bring personal instruments for class next Thursday.
Members of Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble will need to use the instruments during the graduation performance next Wednesday evening. We will return the instruments on our last day of class, Friday June 6th.
If you would like to use the instrument over the summer:
Please complete this Summer Instrument Checkout Google Form
Note that Mountainside HS does not charge a rental fee for the use of school-owned instruments.
However, because our repair budget is limited (especially last year and this coming year), we ask that families who use MHS instruments agree that all repairs and maintenance are the responsibility of that family while the instrument is checked out.
Further, we ask that families who check out an instrument for the summer arrange and pay for the summer maintenance/service at an approved repair shop before returning to school in August. The cost of the service depends on the wear & tear experienced by the instrument, the size of the instrument and several other factors, but can range from $20-200. In rare cases, the cost may exceed this amount, in which case I ask you to communicate with me. Please retain all records/receipts for the repair/maintenance this is done so that I can provide the school district with a report of instrument maintenance that was completed.
IMPORTANT: If your family finds that they are unable, for whatever reason, to pay for this summer maintenance cost, please know that I will still check out instruments to students and will cover the cost of the repairs. I appreciate anything your family can provide to offset the cost of repairs and maintenance, but also am firmly committed to keeping band accessible to any student who wishes to participate!
When your summer maintenance/service has been completed, please fill out this Summer Maintenance Report Google Form
Please let me know if you have further questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
May 28, 2025: Concert Details
May 28, 2025: Concert Details
Good morning Mountainside band families!
Tonight is our Spring Concert and Awards night!
Call time for all performers will be 6:30pm and the concert will begin at 7pm in the MHS Auditorium. The program will include performances by all of our concert ensembles as well as several percussion ensembles.
It will be a great show! See you tonight!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
May 23, 2025: MBB board vacancy - critical need
May 23, 2025: MBB board vacancy - critical need
Hello Mountainside Band Community,
On Saturday, May 31st during the Spring Registration for Marching Band, we will vote in the new board for the 2025-26 school year. I am very excited to say that we have several returning board members and a couple of new parents coming on board - you will hear more about that soon.
But we have one remaining role open on the board and it is critical for the continuing operation of our band activities that we fill this role. Currently we still need a President-Elect. As President-Elect, this is primarily an opportunity to shadow the president so that you are prepared to step into the role of President the following year.
There are two very important things that I hope will help if you are considering stepping forward to fill this need. (1) As President-Elect, you are mostly shadowing the current president. What that means is anyone is welcome to step into this position. It is really just a learning year. (2) In the following year, as President, you will not be alone. We have a FABULOUS board made up of other parents who are very caring, supportive, and reliable partners in the work that we do. As President, you will assume the duties of running monthly board meetings, staying connected to directors to understand and answer needs, delegating responsibilities amongst members and volunteers, and completing some administrative work with treasurers/secretaries.
Please take a moment to seriously consider this role. Hey, ask a buddy to join you; seriously, maybe Co-President Elect has a nice ring to it?!
All I am saying is, please think about it. And send any questions you might have to me at presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org or Stephanie at president@mountainsidebands.org.
Thank you and I hope to hear from you!
Ingrid Arnett
President-Elect
May 18, 2025: Recording from State Wind Ensemble Performance
May 18, 2025: Recording from State Wind Ensemble Performance
Here is a link to the performance recording (from the high-quality microphones) from last night’s STATE CHAMPIONSHIP performance.
Put on a good pair of headphones, sit back and ENJOY the wonderful display of musicianship you put on last night. You should be VERY proud, and not just because of the final placement (even though that’s pretty awesome, too).
This was a superb performance, period. Simply outstanding!
If you’d like, here is judge commentary from a two of the judges (I’ll tell you about the third one some other time…). They were so complementary of your performance, but also had some advice for future improvement that you can store away for later…
--
J Zander
May 14, 2025: Reminder: MHS Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
May 14, 2025: Reminder: MHS Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
Hi all,
The Mountainside Marching Ensemble will be hosting preview rehearsals to all interested current and future marching band members including wind players, percussionist, and colorguard members in May. No experience is necessary to join but if you are planning on participating in our Fall marching band, these are highly encouraged. Please fill out this Google Form to participate.
Thursday, May 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm
Thursday, May 29th from 5:30-7:30pm
We will also host our Spring Registration for Marching Band members on Saturday, May 31st at 9am. More information on this can be found on our website, www.mountainsidebands.org
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
May 14, 2025: Reminders for this week
May 14, 2025: Reminders for this week
Hello Wind Ensemble members,
State Preview Concert:
As a reminder, we are holding our State Preview Concert tomorrow evening! Your call time is 5:30pm. We are NOT wearing our full concert apparel; simply dress "nice".
This concert is free and open to the public! In addition to being a great run-through for our band, this is also an opportunity for people to hear a great performance even if they cannot make it to Corvallis on Saturday. The evening will begin with a performance by the Sherwood HS Wind Ensemble at 6:30. Mountainside's performance will begin at approximately 7:30pm.
State Details
I am including the itinerary for this weekend to this email so that you have it handy. Please make sure you are where you need to be when you need to be there!
A few other details:
If you are planning to go home with parents after the performance on Saturday, please let me know so that I can update my bus list.
Performers do NOT need to pay admission to the event on Saturday. However, all audience members must purchase their ticket online (be sure to buy the ticket for the band event on Saturday 5/17!)
For any parents/family who are attending on Saturday, please know that there are MANY excellent bands performing all day long. Here is the performance order for Saturday.
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
May 14, 2025: Critical Need: Please Read
May 14, 2025: Critical Need: Please Read
Hello Band and Guard Parents!
I know you have received a lot of emails from us recently, and while we truly do not want to overwhelm your inboxes, we are absolutely in a bind. Please do us the kindness of reading this email and considering its content.
We urgently need parents to consider joining our Board. I know this ask can feel overwhelming (I have been there!) but I am also happy to tell you that the actual positions are in fact, not. For the history of the Mavericks Band Boosters, most of our board members have held full-time jobs and have easily been able to manage the needs of the Board.
The good news is, YOU make it what you need it to be. Some of us are very hands on and want to be involved in every event our kids do! But realistically, not everyone can do that, and that’s okay! What we really need, are people to help lead from behind the scenes, making sure our directors’ needs are met and that responsibilities are delegated effectively. Luckily, we have a phenomenal parent community and we always have amazing parent volunteer support.
I also just want to throw out there that we know a lot of people don’t like public speaking and this is also not required! Being a part of the MBB means you are part of a team, and we all step up and step in where needed to help each other out. Leaders come in all types and personalities, and we need all kinds!
Our band program is as strong as it is because we have amazing directors AND we have always had strong parent leadership and support. Losing this support would be a critical loss for our band and guard directors and thus, would also affect our students’ overall experience negatively.
Here are our most important current needs:
President-Elect
*Shadow the president (the amazing Ingrid Arnett) the first year, be the President the following year
Main Responsibilities:
- Run monthly board meetings
- Stay connected to directors to understand and answer needs
- Delegate responsibilities amongst members and volunteers
- Some administrative work with treasurers/secretaries
Director of Fundraising
- Manage/Update our sponsorships and related efforts
- Be a point person for fundraising efforts
Director of Music Advocacy
- Being a member of BFOM (Beaverton Friends of Music)
- Participating in efforts to keep music supported and in schools
From a place of deepest sincerity, we appreciate your consideration! Please reach out to me anytime with any questions you may have.
Kindest regards,
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
May 14, 2025: Senior Plans Survey and Scholarship App Reminder
May 14, 2025: Senior Plans Survey and Scholarship App Reminder
Hello Band & Guard Seniors!
As a reminder, applications and reference forms for the Mavericks Band Booster scholarship and Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship are due this Friday!
Also, please take a moment (seriously, it should only take a minute) to complete this Google Form Survey about your plans for next year so that I can include these details in our final concert program!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
May 13, 2025: Chaperones needed Saturday for State @ OSU!
May 13, 2025: Chaperones needed Saturday for State @ OSU!
Chaperones needed Saturday for State @ OSU!
May 12, 2025: Varsity Letter Application
May 12, 2025: Varsity Letter Application
Dear MHS Band and Color Guard members,
This email includes applications for a Varsity Letter in band and/or color guard. If you have fulfilled the requirements for a Varsity Letter in either (or both) categories, please download the form, fill it out, and submit it to me by Friday afternoon. If I am not in the band room/office, you may drop it off in the mail room of the main office.
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Letter.Application.guard.pdfLetter.Application.band.2025.pdfMay 8, 2025: SUPER DUPER IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ!
May 8, 2025: SUPER DUPER IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ!
Hello Band and Guard Families!
Please read this email, and to consider the request included. We want to be able to continue to provide all of the opportunities and experiences our students have been gifted thus far, but this can only happen with your help.
We have a few members of the Mavericks Band Boosters who are graduating out or moving on from leadership after 4 years of serving on the Board or in a Coordinator role and we are looking for some new parents to step up and take their place in this super-rewarding community.
WE KNOW! This feels like an intimidating and overwhelming request! But it truly is not either. Most of us have full-time jobs and are easily able to serve our students in this way. It is not super time-consuming and you will never work alone – we always work as a team!
Would you kindly consider having a conversation about any of the following roles:
BOARD:
President-Elect****High Priority**** You shadow the President Elect!
Director of Fundraising
Co-Treasurer
Music Advocacy
Volunteer Coordinator (shadow opportunity)
Coordinator:
Web Design
Please reach out and let us know what questions we can answer for you and also, of any interest you might have in getting involved on this level. Please know… It takes a community of committed parents to provide the incredible opportunities our kids are afforded here at Mountainside. We know who we need is out there!
Thank you all!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
Stephanie Marr
President Elect
May 8, 2025: 2025 MHS Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
May 8, 2025: 2025 MHS Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
Hi all,
The Mountainside Marching Ensemble will be hosting preview rehearsals to all interested current and future marching band members including wind players, percussionist, and colorguard members in May. No experience is necessary to join but if you are planning on participating in our Fall marching band, these are highly encouraged. Please fill out this Google Form to participate.
Thursday, May 22nd from 5:30-7:30pm
Thursday, May 29th from 5:30-7:30pm
We will also host our Spring Registration for Marching Band members on Saturday, May 31st at 9am. More information on this can be found on our website, www.mountainsidebands.org
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
May 6, 2025: Itinerary for State Week
May 6, 2025: Itinerary for State Week
Dear Wind Ensemble,
Here is the itinerary for next week, including our rehearsal Tuesday afternoon, preview concert Thursday evening, and our trip to Corvallis for the OSAA State Band Championships.
Please let me know if you have questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OSAA Festival Itinerary 2025.pages.pdfMay 1, 2025: Reminder: Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship Applications Due in about two weeks!
May 1, 2025: Reminder: Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship Applications Due in about two weeks!
Dear Band/Guard Seniors: don't forget to submit your application for an MBB Scholarship! Here is what I sent in the email last month:
The Mavericks Band Boosters are accepting applications for the Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship and the Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship.
The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship
The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship is open to any Mountainside Band or Color Guard student who is graduating in 2025 and plans to continue their music or dance education at the college level, regardless of their planned major. The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship has been established by the Mavericks Band Boosters and is funded by General Fundraising. The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship is meant to encourage our students to continue their music & dance education beyond high school. The scholarship recipient or recipients of the Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship will be selected by the Mountainside Band Director and a committee of MBB Board members. The amount of the scholarship is a one-time $300.00 grant.
The Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship
The Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship is open to any Mountainside Band or Color Guard student who is graduating in 2025 and plans to begin attending college in the fall regardless of their planned major. This scholarship is meant to recognize students who have embodied Mike Frainey's commitment to serving the community, whether in serving the band or serving other parts of the school and community. The amount of the scholarship is a one-time $500 grant.
About Mike Frainey: Mike Frainey was a parent of Mountainside band students and was an active volunteer with the band boosters since 2017. He volunteered for nearly every activity he could, including band days, prop building, truck crew for marching band, assisting and solo & ensemble contest, and so much more. He also was very active with the Beaverton Friends of Music. Mike believed in serving others in his community, and he always did it with an infectious smile on his face and encouraging words for everyone around him. Outside of the band world, Mike was well known as an umpire for South Beaverton Girls Little League and Murray Hill Little League. Mike was tragically taken from us all far too soon in April 2022.
Instructions:
Complete this 2025 MBB Scholarship Application - Student Form
Have two people complete the scholarship reference form (copy/paste this link into an email to your references)
This form and all references must be completed by Friday, May 16th
The decision of the committee is final. Scholarship awards will be made jointly to the designated institution and the applicant. The announcement will be made during our Awards Presentation during our final concerts.
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 30, 2025: FINAL Reminder: Fall Marching Band Drum Major & Section Leader Applications (Due 5/2)
April 30, 2025: FINAL Reminder: Fall Marching Band Drum Major & Section Leader Applications (Due 5/2)
Dear MHS Band Students,
Applications for student leadership positions in our band program are now available! The positions you may apply for are as follows:
Drum Major (marching band)
Section Leader (marching band)
This section leader application is ONLY FOR MARCHING BAND. Symphonic and Wind Ensemble section leader applications will be later in the school year. Section Leaders will be selected on the basis of this application along with our knowledge of your work ethic and demonstrated skills as a musician/marcher/teacher/leader.
Drum Major finalists will be selected on the same basis. These finalists may have an audition that will include some conducting, answering interview questions from your peers, and a demonstration of your rehearsal skills. Current drum major(s) do not need to complete an application.
To apply, click the following links and complete the Google Form submission:
Applications are due by Friday, May 2nd at 11:59pm. Please let Mr. Zander or I know if you have any questions!
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
April 29, 2025: IMPORTANT ASK: PLEASE READ
April 29, 2025: IMPORTANT ASK: PLEASE READ
Hello Band and Guard Families!
I know there have been a lot of emails out lately, and it can be easy to quickly scan and move on…been there! But I did want to take an opportunity to ask you to please read this email, and to consider the request included. We want to be able to continue to provide all of the opportunities and experiences our students have been gifted thus far, but this can only happen with your help.
We have a few members of the Mavericks Band Boosters who are graduating out or moving on from leadership after 4 years of serving on the Board or in a Coordinator role and we are looking for some new parents to step up and take their place in this super-rewarding community.
I GET IT. This feels like an intimidating and overwhelming request! But it truly is not either. Most of us have full-time jobs and are easily able to serve our students in this way. It is not super time-consuming and you will never work alone – we always work as a team!
Would you kindly consider having a conversation about any of the following roles:
BOARD:
President-Elect
Director of Fundraising
Co-Treasurer
Music Advocacy
Volunteer Coordinator (shadow opportunity)
Coordinator:
Web Design
Please reach out and let me know what questions we can answer for you and also, of any interest you might have in getting involved on this level. Please know… It takes a community of committed parents to provide the incredible opportunities our kids are afforded here at Mountainside. We know who we need is out there!
**Also, please consider joining us at our Board Meeting this Thursday, May 1st in the Community Room! See you there!
Kindest regards,
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
April 29, 2025: T-Shirt Sizes Needed NOW!
April 29, 2025: T-Shirt Sizes Needed NOW!
Hey Wind Ensemble Members,
Please fill this out ASAP (this morning!) as we are placing the order today (this morning!). If you have not selected a size via the form, we will guess a size for your State shirt.
Fill out form here: T-Shirt Google Form
Thanks, all!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
April 28, 2025: MHS Marching Band Staff Changes
April 28, 2025: MHS Marching Band Staff Changes
Hello all,
This is a longer email about marching band staff changes. If you are interested, please read below. If you are not, here’s a brief summary:
New Director of Percussion Ensembles: Shannon Jackson
New Visual Caption Head: Connor Westman
The only reason I wrote this long email is because I know that both students and parents have loved working with many of our fall staff members and I wanted you to all know where they are headed and why. Here are the updates:
Ben Strever has decided to step down as Director of Percussion Ensembles. He let Mr. Zander and I know that this was a tough decision but he needed to step down to focus on the needs of himself and his new family (he’s getting married!). He did want us to tell you that he is glad that he’s been able to be a part of the Mountainside family. He hopes that he has been a positive influence and hopes that everyone continues to pursue music in whatever form it may be. We thank Ben for all of the hard work he has put into this program and wish him luck with his new family!
Stepping into our Director of Percussion Ensembles position is Shannon Jackson. Though she is not new at Mountainside, this will be a new role for her as percussion caption head for the marching band, the classroom percussion teacher, and the director of our winter percussion program. She is excited to step into this new position inside and outside of the classroom. Shannon will be graduating this spring from Southern Oregon University with a Bachelor of Science in Music and will bring a wealth of marching percussion, concert percussion, chamber music knowledge to our program. Welcome Shannon Jackson to her new role in our Mountainside band family!
Max Logan has decided to step down as Visual Caption Head for the marching band. He let Mr. Zander and I know that he has decided to take on more responsibilities elsewhere leaving him with little room for Mountainside this coming fall’s season. He did want us to tell you that he is glad that he’s been able to be a part of the Mountainside family (again) and is positive that Mountainside is still in good hands. We thank Max for all of the hard work he has put into this program and wish him luck with his new endeavors!
Stepping into our Visual Caption Head position is Connor Westman. Though he is not new at Mountainside, this will be a new role for him and he’s excited to work with our program at this level. This will be Connor’s fourth year at Mountainside but not his first in pageantry. He has nearly a decade of pageantry experience at the scholastic and world class levels, including marching trumpet for the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps and cymbals for IMPACT Percussion. (On a side note, Connor’s dedication to our ensemble is VERY impressive. Last year after his age out with the Troopers, he caught a plane home from Indy and came DIRECTLY to our band camp. I tried to send him home and he said no; he said he’d rather be with us learning forward march.) Welcome Connor Westman to his new role in our Mountainside band family!
Mr. Zander and I are excited for the new changes in our program and we know success is built off of introducing new voices with stability.
Be on the lookout for Preview Rehearsal information coming soon!
See you all soon,
Blake Kuroiwa
April 28, 2025: T-Shirt Sizes
April 28, 2025: T-Shirt Sizes
Dear WE members,
As per tradition, we will be printing themed t-shirts to commemorate our OSAA state band performance (and to wear at state when not in concert apparel). Please take a moment to complete this VERY QUICK google form to report your t-shirt size! Do this as soon as possible, please. (Today, even!)
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 25, 2025: Reminder: Fall Marching Band Drum Major & Section Leader Applications (Due 5/2)
April 25, 2025: Reminder: Fall Marching Band Drum Major & Section Leader Applications (Due 5/2)
Dear MHS Band Students,
Applications for student leadership positions in our band program are now available! The positions you may apply for are as follows:
Drum Major (marching band)
Section Leader (marching band)
This section leader application is ONLY FOR MARCHING BAND. Symphonic and Wind Ensemble section leader applications will be later in the school year. Section Leaders will be selected on the basis of this application along with our knowledge of your work ethic and demonstrated skills as a musician/marcher/teacher/leader.
Drum Major finalists will be selected on the same basis. These finalists may have an audition that will include some conducting, answering interview questions from your peers, and a demonstration of your rehearsal skills. Current drum major(s) do not need to complete an application.
To apply, click the following links and complete the Google Form submission:
Applications are due by Friday, May 2nd at 11:59pm. Please let Mr. Zander or I know if you have any questions!
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
PS - Reminder emails about this will go out on Wednesday, April 30th.
April 20, 2025: Fall Marching Band Drum Major & Section Leader Applications (Due 5/2)
April 20, 2025: Fall Marching Band Drum Major & Section Leader Applications (Due 5/2)
Dear MHS Band Students,
Applications for student leadership positions in our band program are now available! The positions you may apply for are as follows:
Drum Major (marching band)
Section Leader (marching band)
This section leader application is ONLY FOR MARCHING BAND. Symphonic and Wind Ensemble section leader applications will be later in the school year. Section Leaders will be selected on the basis of this application along with our knowledge of your work ethic and demonstrated skills as a musician/marcher/teacher/leader.
Drum Major finalists will be selected on the same basis. These finalists may have an audition that will include some conducting, answering interview questions from your peers, and a demonstration of your rehearsal skills. Current drum major(s) do not need to complete an application.
To apply, click the following links and complete the Google Form submission:
Applications are due by Friday, May 2nd at 11:59pm. Please let Mr. Zander or I know if you have any questions!
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
PS - Reminder emails about this will go out on Friday, April 25th and Wednesday, April 30th.
April 18, 2025: We need THREE more drivers!!
April 18, 2025: We need THREE more drivers!!
This is it, down to the final wire, we can MAKE DUE with three more drivers! We're gonna be tight, but we'll all be in the confines of a vehicle!
Please help us out (if you haven't already) and sign up ASAP!!
All of you drivers are our HEROS, and the student's HEROS! You really DO make the band progam go round!!
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
April 17, 2025: Band Day Reminders & Information
April 17, 2025: Band Day Reminders & Information
Dear MHS Band Members,
Please review the attached itinerary for Saturday's Band Day event. Please note that the attachment also contains a list to the draft groups for Band Day (subject to change). If you have a conflict with Saturday's event and your name is still on this list, please let me know as soon as possible so that we can make the necessary adjustments! (Also, we have to place our pizza order by tomorrow morning, so we want to have as accurate of a head count as possible.)
As a reminder, all participants must complete a Form C permission slip for this event (also attached) and turn it in using this Google Form. As of the time this email was sent, we have received only 27 of the 127 expected student forms!
As you have likely seen from the emails from our volunteer coordinators, we are still short of the number of drivers required to pull off this event. Please know that this one-day event replaces would would be dozens of other smaller fundraisers that are equally, if not more time-intensive. Your help is both needed and greatly appreciated! Please sign up here!
Thank you so much!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 17, 2025: 125 confirmed kids, 95 seats
April 17, 2025: 125 confirmed kids, 95 seats
I see a bit of a descrepancy - and we're getting down to the wire!!!
Either student's will get left out of the event, or we need a handfull of you to volunteer to drive!!
AFRAID?? there is nothing to fear!!
You are hauling kids around with at least one other driver (not alone!)
We have a parent meeting before we take off so you know who you're teamed up with and what to expect!
We supply treats for you to pass out to the kids to keep them going!
You won't go hungry (pizza lunch!)
Band kids are the BEST kids!
It's not going to rain OR be blaizing hot!! Woot woot!
Please help make our fundraising dreams come true....sign up now !!
A million thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
April 16, 2025: Join us tonight!
April 16, 2025: Join us tonight!
April 16, 2025: YES, we STILL need DRIVERS
April 16, 2025: YES, we STILL need DRIVERS
All pleasantries aside .... We still need 8-10 drivers!!
Last I checked, Form C didn't give us permission to strap students to the hood - so we need more seats for THIS SATURDAY'S BAND DAY!!
Also - don't forget to drop off some tasty dessert treats for the kiddos lunch!
Please sign up now, today, pronto!! Sign up here
Holly & Marilyn
April 15, 2025: NEED 10 MORE DRIVERS!
April 15, 2025: NEED 10 MORE DRIVERS!
What has 240 legs and needs seats in a car, van or SUV?? Your Mountainside ensembles!!
We're eeking closer and closer to having what we need for Saturday's Band Day!
We need about 10 more drvers to make band day a reality!
As a driver, what do you get??
PIZZA lunch
Drinks
Snacks
Ice cream
Fun with some wacky and talented kiddos!!
The chance to have your name live in infamy as the winning group driver!!
We know as the year wraps up, there have been a million asks. Thanks so much for the hours you donate to the school and your students!
A thousand thanks!!
Holly & Marilyn
April 13, 2025: T-6 days 'till Band Day!
April 13, 2025: T-6 days 'till Band Day!
Hi all!!
Ok, now we are panicking! We have 63 of the approximately 140 seats needed to make Spring Band Day happen!
Band days are our MOST PROFITABLE FUNDRAISERS OF THE YEAR, and without YOU, we can not pull this off! This day will not happen without drivers.
THANKS to those who have already signed up to drive, is your spouse an approved volunteer and willing to drive as well?
We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available from 9-5pm,
Saturday 4/ 19 please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
DON'T DELAY! SIGN UP TODAY!! (and make these emails go away!) >>>> Fill out this google form! ***Student sign-ups are taking place in the band room!
Also, if you have desserts and/or drinks to donate to the lunch, please drop off during student drop off. Thank You!!
Al the thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
April 11, 2025: Band day - one week away - NEED YOU NOW!!
April 11, 2025: Band day - one week away - NEED YOU NOW!!
Hi all!!
Not to panic or anything, but we only have 1/3 of the drivers needed to make Spring Band Day happen!
Band day's are our BIGGEST FUNDRAISERS OF THE YEAR, and without YOU, we can not pull this off!
We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available from 9-5pm,
Saturday 4/ 19 please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
DON'T DELAY! SIGN UP TODAY!! (and make these emails go away!) >>>> Fill out this google form! ***Student sign-ups are taking place in the band room!
Many Thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
April 11, 2025: Night at the Stables - we need 5 more volunteers!
April 11, 2025: Night at the Stables - we need 5 more volunteers!
Greetings Jazz Ensemble and Band Families!!
We are less than 5 days away from hosting our 2nd Annual Jazz & Desserts, Night at the Stables fundraising event on Tuesday, April 15th!
We still have a handful of volunteer opportunities that we need filled.
Please take a look at the list below and if you can spare an hour or so that evening, please consider signing up using this google doc link here.
Many thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
April 9, 2025: A Night at the Stables: Jazz Concert on April 15th (THIS TUESDAY!)
April 9, 2025: A Night at the Stables: Jazz Concert on April 15th (THIS TUESDAY!)
Hello Everyone!
On April 15th (THIS TUESDAY) we are excited to host our second annual, A Night at the Stables. This is a FREE Jazz Concert for all community members featuring our three jazz ensembles: Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, & Jazz Band!
Doors open at 5:45pm with free entry and pre-concert desserts from local bakeries and hobby bakers, cakewalk tickets, and dessert themed raffle tickets for purchase, all $10 and under. Music will begin at 6:30pm.
During the concert, there will be a:
Cake Walk to win a delicious, professionally made cake (~6:50pm)
Raffle Drawing to win dessert themed baskets and shareable desserts (~7:45pm)
We hope you and your family can come join us as we celebrate our award winning jazz ensembles!
Kindly,
Jeremy Zander & Blake Kuroiwa
Director of Bands & Auxiliary Director of Bands
April 8, 2025: Spring 2025 Band Day!!
April 8, 2025: Spring 2025 Band Day!!
Hello Band & Guard Families!!
Spring Band Day is upon us on Saturday, April 19th which is less than 2 weeks away! Band Days are our most lucrative fund raisers of the year and are not only fun, but support awesome opportunities for our band program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians, transportation and more.
What does Band Day look like?
Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-30 drivers to help us shuttle 100+ students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. (Drivers are always teamed up with at least one other parent/car so it's not just you with the students.) Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen! Pizza lunch provided!!
We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available from 9-5pm, please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
DON'T DELAY! SIGN UP TODAY!! >>>> Fill out this google form! ***Student sign-ups will ta ke place in the band room!
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
April 4, 2025: Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship & Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship
April 4, 2025: Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship & Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship
Dear Seniors in band or color guard,
The Mavericks Band Boosters are accepting applications for the Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship and the Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship.
The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship
The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship is open to any Mountainside Band or Color Guard student who is graduating in 2025 and plans to continue their music or dance education at the college level, regardless of their planned major. The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship has been established by the Mavericks Band Boosters and is funded by General Fundraising. The Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship is meant to encourage our students to continue their music & dance education beyond high school. The scholarship recipient or recipients of the Mavericks Band Boosters Scholarship will be selected by the Mountainside Band Director and a committee of MBB Board members. The amount of the scholarship is a one-time $300.00 grant.
The Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship
The Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship is open to any Mountainside Band or Color Guard student who is graduating in 2025 and plans to begin attending college in the fall regardless of their planned major. This scholarship is meant to recognize students who have embodied Mike Frainey's commitment to serving the community, whether in serving the band or serving other parts of the school and community. The amount of the scholarship is a one-time $500 grant.
About Mike Frainey: Mike Frainey was a parent of Mountainside band students and was an active volunteer with the band boosters since 2017. He volunteered for nearly every activity he could, including band days, prop building, truck crew for marching band, assisting and solo & ensemble contest, and so much more. He also was very active with the Beaverton Friends of Music. Mike believed in serving others in his community, and he always did it with an infectious smile on his face and encouraging words for everyone around him. Outside of the band world, Mike was well known as an umpire for South Beaverton Girls Little League and Murray Hill Little League. Mike was tragically taken from us all far too soon in April 2022.
Instructions:
Complete this 2025 MBB Scholarship Application - Student Form
Have two people complete the scholarship reference form (copy/paste this link into an email to your references)
This form and all references must be completed by Friday, May 16th
The decision of the committee is final. Scholarship awards will be made jointly to the designated institution and the applicant. The announcement will be made during our Awards Presentation during our final concerts.
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
April 3, 2025: Jazz & Desserts: Help & Donations still needed
April 3, 2025: Jazz & Desserts: Help & Donations still needed
Greetings Jazz Ensemble and Band Families!!
We are 12 days away from hosting our 2nd Annual Jazz & Desserts, Night at the Stables fundraising event on Tuesday, April 15th! This event raises funds for the whole band program (not just Jazz)! So even if your kiddo does not participate in Jazz, ALL ARE WELCOME!
In order to make this night a success - you guessed it - WE NEED YOU!
We have multiple opportunities for people to volunteer throughout the evening. Please take a look at the list below and if you can spare an hour or so that evening, please consider signing up using this google doc link here.
5:15 - 5:45
Event Set Up - 4 people needed
5:30 - 6:20
- Dessert Sales (assisting student volunteers) - 1 person needed
- Beverage monitor (refill coffee pots, etc.) - 1 person needed
- Raffle table monitor - 1 person needed
- Welcome table / Ticket sales - 2 people needed
6:20 - 7:45
- Floating Help during the concert - 2 people needed
8:30 - 8:45
Event Cleanup - 4 people needed
We are also looking for donations to make the night a success - baked goods and items for gift baskets. Use this link to donate!
As always, we are so grateful to this community and the support you show for these incredibly talented musicians. Looking forward to seeing you all for a wonderful evening!
Please reach out with any questions.
Marilyn & Holly
MBB Volunteer Coordinators
April 3, 2025: Is there a welder out there?
April 3, 2025: Is there a welder out there?
Hi Band Families,
Is there anyone in our community who knows how to weld and can help Mr. Zander fix one of our school stools? Please respond and let me know if this is you! It seems to be an easy fix...but not one that we can provide here at school.
Thank you!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
April 3, 2025: Spring Band Day!!
April 3, 2025: Spring Band Day!!
Hello Band Families!!
Spring Band Day is upon us on Saturday, April 19th which is less than 3 weeks away! Band Days are our most lucrative fund raisers of the year and are not only fun, but support awesome opportunities for our band program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians, transportation and more.
What does Band Day look like?
Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-30 drivers to help us shuttle 100+ students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. (Drivers are always teamed up with at least one other parent/car so it's not just you with the students.) Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen! Pizza lunch provided!!
We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available from 9-5pm, please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
DON'T DELAY! SIGN UP TODAY!! >>>> Fill out this google form! ***Student sign-ups will ta ke place in the band room!
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
April 1, 2025: It's the final countdown...
April 1, 2025: It's the final countdown...
Hi! We are in the last 2 weeks of our Al's Flower basket fundraiser and still have about 50 vouchers left to sell! Please contact me or Karen Steinberg at karen.k.steinberg@gmail.com to purchase.
Thank you!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
Final Countdown https://youtu.be/9jK-NcRmVcw?feature=shared
March 20, 2025: A Night at the Stables: Jazz Concert on April 15th
March 20, 2025: A Night at the Stables: Jazz Concert on April 15th
Hello Everyone!
It was great to see everyone at the band concert yesterday! As Stephanie announced at the concert:
On April 15th, we are excited to host our second annual, A Night at the Stables. This is a FREE Jazz Concert for all community members featuring our three jazz ensembles: Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, & Jazz Band!
Doors open at 5:45pm with free entry and pre-concert desserts from local bakeries and hobby bakers, cakewalk tickets, and dessert themed raffle tickets for purchase, all $10 and under. Music will begin at 6:30pm.
During the concert, there will be a:
Cake Walk to win a delicious, professionally made cake (~6:50pm)
Raffle Drawing to win dessert themed baskets and shareable desserts (~7:45pm)
We hope you and your family can come join us as we celebrate our award winning jazz ensembles!
Kindly,
Jeremy Zander & Blake Kuroiwa
Director of Bands & Auxiliary Director of Bands
March 20, 2025: Donate Items for the Raffle and Bake Sale!
March 20, 2025: Donate Items for the Raffle and Bake Sale!
Jazz & Desserts Fundraiser Donations
Jazz & Desserts Fundraiser Donations
Our second annual Night at the Stables jazz fundraiser is April 15th. We are looking for donations for our dessert sale, cake walk, and raffle.
Dessert Sale: Cupcakes, giant cookies (approximately 4 inches) and pies that will be sold as individual servings.
Raffle: Shareable desserts and items for creating gift baskets. Gift basket themes are new baker, experienced baker, sweet snacks, and dessert date nights.
Cake Walk: Gourmet sheet cakes or layer cakes for prizes. Bake them in a container that someone else will take home.
Be sure to give your email address. Jodi Rathbun will contact you and make arrangements to pick up your items.
Please provide a basic ingredient list when we pick up baked goods. We will have that available at the event so people with allergies can check it before they purchase.
If you have an idea for an item that is not on the list, contact Jodi. We already have some donations for the gift baskets.
Click here or scan the QR code to launch the Signup Genius link!
Questions? Contact Jodi Rathbun
March 17, 2025: March Concert Information - Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 at 7pm
March 17, 2025: March Concert Information - Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 at 7pm
Hello band families!
Our March Concert is this Wednesday evening at 7pm, featuring performances by our Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble! As always, our concerts are free and open to the public and will take place in the MHS Auditorium.
Student call time is based on which band they are in, as follows:
Concert Band: 6:15pm
Symphonic Band/Wind Ensemble: 6:30pm
Students should check to make sure their concert apparel still fits and is clean and wrinkle-free so that we can look our best.
As with our earlier concert, students are expected to sit together in the balcony as a group when not performing and remain for the entire concert. Each group has been working very hard and I'm excited to show everyone what they can do!
A live-stream link may not be possible (we have had a string of technical issues with this), but I anticipate that we will have a YouTube recording posted on our Facebook group soon after the concert.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
March 14, 2025: Scholarship Opportunity - May 5 Deadline
March 14, 2025: Scholarship Opportunity - May 5 Deadline
Dear seniors,
Here is another scholarship opportunity for music students. This one is specifically marketed to students from Beaverton and Portland school districts, so your chances of getting this are pretty good (5 students from Sunset HS received this scholarship in the past 3 years).
You do NOT have to major in music, and the application is fairly easy.
See the attached flier for full details.
Essay Question: "Share the impact and inspiration music has had on your life, mental health and/or education (minimum 250 words)."
Who is eligible: A current high school senior who will be attending any 2 or 4- year college or university in the fall of 2025.
Grant amount: Checks for $1,500 each will be awarded to two separate student's post-secondary school accounts (college, trade school, etc.).
Deadline: May 5th, 2025
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
March 11, 2025: Flower Basket Fundraiser!
March 11, 2025: Flower Basket Fundraiser!
Hello Band and Guard students and families! The flower basket voucher fundraiser is in full swing and we still have many vouchers to sell! Attached is a new flyer that may be helpful. Please consider printing this flyer and filling in student name and parent contact information to share with neighbors, friends, coworkers etc. to let them know how to purchase a voucher from you. I'm hoping this will be a useful tool to help get the word out and sell some flower vouchers! We will be available at the concert on 3/19 starting at 6:30pm to collect payment in exchange for vouchers.
Please contact me or Karen Steinberg at karen.k.steinberg@gmail.com to coordinate payment and voucher pickup by 4/14.
Thank you,
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
March 11, 2025: Band Room/Practice Room Reminders
March 11, 2025: Band Room/Practice Room Reminders
Hi all,
As we approach the last third of the school year, I’d just like to remind everyone to take care of the band room and other performing arts area like you would your house (or maybe someone else's house if you’re house sitting). Some of these housekeeping items are simple but being overlooked in the current moment. When these items get overlooked, a small population (no matter if it's a band kid or not) might ruin it for the whole.
Please do your part and enforce these simple guidelines when using the band room/performing arts area:
Ask to use any room from a specific adult and use a KEY to open the door.
When in the band room, use instruments and equipment appropriately.
Make sure to SHARE the band room if possible. (ex. If you are doing individual practice and someone wants to too, do not play in the middle of the room. Move to a corner and the other person can occupy a corner.)
When done in a room, put away chairs, stands and instruments back in an orderly fashion.
LOCK the door behind you when you are done.
Do not leave a practice room open for a friend unless they are right there to take it from you. There have been reports of inappropriate activities there such as skipping class and vaping. This is one of the easiest ways that our privilege of using practice rooms or other rehearsal spaces will be removed.
It is EVERYONE’s responsibility to keep our performing arts area safe and secure as it only takes ONE PERSON to be doing the wrong thing at the wrong time for strict rules to be enacted for EVERYONE. We have very nice and expensive equipment in our programs and we'd like to keep it in nice, workable fashion.
If there are students who you have concerns with, please first try to have a respectful conversation with them and remind them that their actions have an impact on the whole community. THEN have a conversation with Mr. Zander or Blake so we can talk with them about their actions.
Thank you for understanding and being great stewards of our shared spaces,
Blake Kuroiwa
March 4, 2025: Student volunteers needed for Saturday
March 4, 2025: Student volunteers needed for Saturday
Hello Mountainside Band Students,
I am still in need of student volunteers for the Solo & Ensemble contest coming up this Saturday, March 8th. Thank you to those students who have already signed up!
Right now, I need to fill several room monitor shifts. Room monitors are responsible for making sure the doors of the performance rooms remain closed during performances, then letting people enter/exit between performances. Additionally, they might help the judge out by providing sharpened pencils, etc. In short, though, you get to record community service hours for sitting and listening to musical performances!!
I need the following shifts covered:
Room monitor shift 7:45am-10am. SIX people needed!
Room monitor shift 9:45am-12pm. FIVE people needed!
If you are available for both of those shifts, you may certainly sign up for both! Either let me know by email or add your name to the clipboard in class tomorrow if you can help out!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
March 4, 2025: Solo & Ensemble Performance Schedule
March 4, 2025: Solo & Ensemble Performance Schedule
Hello!
As you may be aware, the OMEA District 15 Solo & Ensemble contest is this Saturday at Mountainside HS. The event is free and open to the public, so I definitely want to encourage students to attend and listen to performances throughout the day. Here is a schedule of student soloists and ensembles who are representing Mountainside HS. Historically, we have always shown our support for MHS student performers by coming and listening. It's a great day!
If you're interested in seeing performers from other school and wish to know when they perform, use this public schedule. You can use the dropdown menus to sort by category, location (school) or accompanist (pianist). For "category", please note that there are two entries per category; one is for middle school, the other is for high school.
Thank you to all of the students and parents volunteering at the event! Best of luck to our performers!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
February 28, 2025: Jazz Combos!
February 28, 2025: Jazz Combos!
Hello parents and students!
I am excited to announce the beginning of the combo program, in which students will meet weekly after school to play jazz in a small-group setting.
The program functions on a per-student payment model in which you pay $270 for two months of sessions at a time. Each session lasts 90 minutes!
Groups are put together based on experience, interest, and availability, and I'll be working with every student's schedule to find a consistent meeting time that works for all participants.
Feel free to ask any questions, and please respond with your name and instrument if interested!
Jared Drakeley
Jared Drakeley
February 28, 2025: Tomorrow - Chipotle Fundraiser!
February 28, 2025: Tomorrow - Chipotle Fundraiser!
Just a reminder that tomorrow is our first ever Chipotle Fundraiser. Please see attached flyer for details!
Thank you!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
February 26, 2025: Reminder: Trip to OSU on Monday!
February 26, 2025: Reminder: Trip to OSU on Monday!
Dear Wind Ensemble members and parents,
Though we have been talking about it extensively in class, I figured I ought to send an email reminder out to parents as well about our upcoming trip to Oregon State University next Monday (March 3rd).
Thank you to those of you who have already completed and uploaded your BSD Form A. If you have not completed it, please do so as soon as possible. The form is attached to this email and should be turned in by uploading it to this Google Form. All of our Wind Ensemble trips for the season are included on the form. If you are not sure, you can refer to this list of students from whom I have received forms
The full itinerary for Monday's trip is also attached to this email. Please take note of the very early 5:30am call time! We do not have a lot of wiggle room between our departure time and when our warm-up occurs at OSU, so it is vital that every member reports to school on time and ready to roll!
Some of you have asked for the itinerary for the trip to George Fox University happening just a few days later (3/6) - I do have this itinerary complete and it is scheduled to be sent out via Presto on Monday. For now, hopefully it suffices to know that students will arrive to and depart from MHS at the normal times that day.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OSU Festival Itinerary 2025.pdfForm A - 2025 Wind Ensemble Trips (1).pdfFebruary 26, 2025: Flower Basket Fundraiser
February 26, 2025: Flower Basket Fundraiser
Hello all -
It is time to support the Winter Percussion and Winter Guard programs with our spring plant voucher sale! Vouchers are $40 each and redeemable at Al's from April 18th - May 7th.
Please reply to this email to reserve your vouchers. They will be available for pick up at the March 19th band concert or we can coordinate another pick up time if you will not be at that event. Cash or checks made out to Maverick Band Boosters (or MBB) are the preferred method of payment.
Thanks for your support!
February 26, 2025: Wind Ensemble Audition & Forecasting Information
February 26, 2025: Wind Ensemble Audition & Forecasting Information
Dear MHS Band Students,
Audition materials for the Wind Ensemble are now available on Canvas. All students (including current Wind Ensemble members) who wish to be in Wind Ensemble next year must record and submit an audition. Auditions are due on April 27th.
If you are in Concert Band or Symphonic Band and wish to be in either Concert Band or Symphonic Band next year, there is no need to complete an audition. Simply forecast for the ensemble you wish to be in.
To complete Wind Ensemble auditions, click this link to join the Canvas course for auditions, then scroll to the WE audition materials and submit the assignment for your instrument. The assignment will close on April 27th, so be sure to get it done on time! After auditions are evaluated, counselors will receive an updated roster for each band and adjust schedules accordingly.
Other questions you might have or info you might want:
I strongly recommend that all band students consider taking music theory at some point during their high school career. Music theory helps you to understand music at a much deeper level, and this strengthens your performance abilities in several ways.
If you are planning to complete IB Music as part of the IB Diploma program, you MUST take the music theory course. It fits most easily into your schedule if you take it your sophomore year. In most cases, this requires that you take one or both of your health classes online and possibly defer PE to your senior year. Also note that the new Personal Finance class has an online offering during the summer for those who have no room in their regular schedule. This does have a tuition fee associated with it, however. If you are NOT a full-IB student, you will likely have room to take Music Theory whenever you want.
We are offering a course in music production & recording, assuming enough students sign up. This is a full-year class open to anyone, not just those in band/choir. We will be learning the basics of how to record and edit audio, and students will have the opportunity to use our state-of-the-art recording studio. I hope it's obvious that I'd hope if you sign up for this course that you also continue in band class!
If you are in wind ensemble and would also like to play in one of the other bands, you may do so. Students sometimes help out as section coaches in a second band or learn a secondary instrument, or both!
Let me know if you have any questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
February 24, 2025: Basketball Band Updates for Friday
February 24, 2025: Basketball Band Updates for Friday
Hi all,
If you all don't know, there is a double header game against Southridge this Friday. This means that both girls and boys varsity games will be at home starting at 6pm and 7:30pm respectively. This means that both basketball band groups are called at different times. Below are the updated call times and notes on each game. This has also been updated on the band calendar.
Silver Band (Girls vs. SRHS) - Call time: 5pm
Game starts at 6pm
Blue Band (Boys vs. SRHS) - Call time: 7pm
Game starts at 7:30pm
Might meet in the gym with individual warm up on the band room. Kevin will provide more details on the day of.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask me or Mr. Zander and Kevin on the day of. As always, if you are not able to make it, please find a sub OR you are also welcomed to stay for both games (more service hours).
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
February 14, 2025: Solo & Ensemble Registration Due TOMORROW
February 14, 2025: Solo & Ensemble Registration Due TOMORROW
Hello!
This is a reminder that your registration for Solo & Ensemble is due TODAY (Friday, February 14th) by midnight! Please use the appropriate link below to submit your registration!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
February 6, 2025: FUNDrive!
February 6, 2025: FUNDrive!
Help support our Winterguard and Winter Percussion programs and this one also helps inspire us all to declutter our houses!
Maverick's Winter Guard Value Village Fundraiser
Drop Off at Mountainside High School Dates:
Saturday, February 15th, 2025 12pm -2pm
Saturday, March 22, 2025 12pm - 2pm
Saturday April 12th, 2025 12pm-2pm
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 7pm - 9 pm (Community Performance)
Please see attached flyer for more specifics regarding what to donate and when to donate.
February 5, 2025: TODAY Red Robin Fundraiser!
February 5, 2025: TODAY Red Robin Fundraiser!
Hello band and guard students and families! This is a reminder that we are having a Red Robin Fundraiser Wednesday, 2/5 to support all of our winter programs and activities. Please see attached flyer for details and feel free to share with friends and family members!
Some key things to know:
Fundraiser location is the Washington Square Mall Red Robin
The fundraiser runs all day
Takeout and online orders qualify
Remember to show the flier or tell your server to have your food sales counted
Thank you!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
February 4, 2025: Solo & Ensemble Registration Reminder
February 4, 2025: Solo & Ensemble Registration Reminder
Hello!
This is a reminder that the deadline to register for Solo & Ensemble is coming up! Please submit your registration by midnight on Friday, February 14th!
Participation in solo & ensemble is strongly encouraged for current band members. Participation in the event is also open to performers who are not currently in a music class, though ensembles must be comprised of students enrolled in a music class in order to be eligible for the state contest.
SOLO REGISTRATION
If you would like to register as a solo performer, click the link below and enter your information into the Google form. Sometime after I submit your registration, you will receive an email from Opus Events that you will use to pay your entry fee. This fee is not refundable.
ENSEMBLE REGISTRATION
If your ensemble is performing, designate one member of your ensemble to click the link below and enter your ensemble information into the Google form. Sometime after I submit your registration, you will receive an email from Opus Events that you will use to pay your entry fee. You will need to collect contributions from the other members of your ensemble. This fee is not refundable.
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
February 4, 2025: Future Marching Band Camp Dates
February 4, 2025: Future Marching Band Camp Dates
Hi all,
I know this is very early to start thinking about marching band but as soon as you know it, it will be TIME! Since the district finally released the academic calendar for the next two years, I'm also excited to announce the band camp schedule for the next two years. All of the following dates have also be updated on our calendar at www.mountainsidebands.org/calendar. Please, as always, schedule around band camp if you are planning to be part of the 2025 or 2026 marching ensemble as band camp is the largest time we get to learn/memorize our warm ups, exercises, drill, choreography, and show music. Here are the dates:
2025 Season:
Saturday, Aug. 2 - Fall Registration & Uniform Fitting
Monday, Aug. 4 - Saturday, Aug. 9 & Monday, Aug. 11 - Saturday, Aug. 16 - Band Camp
Saturday, Aug. 16 - Family BBQ & Preview Performance
2026 Season:
Saturday, Aug. 1 - Fall Registration & Uniform Fitting
Monday, Aug. 3 - Saturday, Aug. 8 & Monday, Aug. 10 - Saturday, Aug. 15 - Band Camp
Saturday, Aug. 15 - Family BBQ & Preview Performance
If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
December 6, 2024: Solo & Ensemble Registration & Information
December 6, 2024: Solo & Ensemble Registration & Information
Mountainside Band Members,
Registrations for the 2025 District Solo & Ensemble Contest are now being accepted!
How to Register
If you are already familiar with the Solo & Ensemble contest and are ready to register, you may do so right away (but DO take note of this year’s date!) If you are unfamiliar with the event, read below the links for more information!
SOLO REGISTRATION
If you would like to register as a solo performer, click the link below and enter your information into the Google form. Sometime after I submit your registration, you will receive an email from Opus Events that you will use to pay your entry fee. This fee is not refundable.
ENSEMBLE REGISTRATION
If your ensemble is performing, designate one member of your ensemble to click the link below and enter your ensemble information into the Google form. Sometime after I submit your registration, you will receive an email from Opus Events that you will use to pay your entry fee. You will need to collect contributions from the other members of your ensemble. This fee is not refundable.
What is Solo & Ensemble?
At S&E, students perform a solo piece (often with piano accompaniment) and/or a small ensemble piece (such as a saxophone choir) at this adjudicated event. The judges give students feedback during the 10-minute performance time, as well as written commentary and a performance rating. Top placers in an instrument category will proceed to perform in the State Solo or the State Small Ensemble contests later this year. Beaverton School District boasts a large number of state-placing soloists and chamber ensembles over the last 15 years of the event.
Solo & Ensemble is a great experience for all of our students. Please consider taking part! Students will grow in confidence and musicianship.
What’s in it for me?
Students who perform in S&E grow remarkably as performers and learn a great deal. You will find it easier to win auditions into top ensembles and to earn solos in music we play in those ensembles. Additionally, with a sufficient score on your performance at this event, some playing proficiency tests will be waived! Finally, participation in S&E can earn you points toward earning a Varsity Letter in band.
When and where is it?
Solo & Ensemble will take place at our very own Mountainside High School on Saturday, March 8th! If you need to provide an address for your pianist or any guests attending, it is 12500 SW 175th Ave, Beaverton OR 97007
The event runs from around 8am to 4:30pm, though you do not need to stay for the entire day. In fact, when you register, it is possible to request a specific window. That being said, the coordinators will do their best to accommodate your request, but are not always able to do so.
What music should I play?
If you are taking lessons, your private lesson instructor can help select appropriate literature. If you are not taking lessons, see Mr. Zander and he can help point you in the right direction. If you are picking something on your own, please make sure to choose something from the "classical" or "concert music" repertoire. Pop music, movie soundtracks, jazz, etc. are generally not appropriate for this type of event. I encourage you to browse through the sheet music available in the downstairs floor of Portland Music Company on Beaverton Hillsdale Highway or the sheet music selections at Beacock Music in Vancouver. This document also contains a useful list of possible music, organized by instrument/ensemble type.
I don't have a pianist/accompanist. How can I get one?
I have attached a list of collaborative pianists who you can contact. Fees vary, so call around. Depending on difficulty, you might also be able to be accompanied by a talented student piano player. Call soon, because pianists are usually VERY booked up on Solo day!
How much does it cost?
Each registration costs $21, whether it is a solo or an ensemble. You will receive a link to make your payment by credit card after Mr. Zander has submitted your registration to Opus Event. Be on the lookout for an email from no-reply@opusevent.com in the weeks ahead.
Sounds great! How do I register?
See the section above for registration and payment details. Remember that all registrations and fees are due by Thursday, February 8th!
Thank you for considering participation in Solo & Ensemble!
Regards,
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Beaverton School District | Mountainside High
12500 SW 175th Avenue, Beaverton, OR 97007
Main Office: 503-356-3500 | Attendance: 503-356-3508 | Fax: 503-356-3505
Go Mavericks!
December 6, 2024: Basketball Band Info 2025
December 6, 2024: Basketball Band Info 2025
Dear MHS Band Members,
Please read the attached documents (roster document is not posted to website for privacy reasons; check your email) that detail the expectations for Basketball Band. I will go over the details with each class in person next week, but it is always good to have the information sent directly home.
8th grade marching band members, you are invited to attend any of the basketball games. Please let me know if you'd like to be added to a roster!
Please let me know via email if any of the following circumstances apply to you:
You need to be placed on a different roster for transportation reasons (e.g. getting a ride with a neighbor)
You plan to play a different instrument for basketball band that what is listed on the attached roster
Your name is missing from the roster (percussionist names are NOT on the roster - percussionists who are interested in playing drumset for basketball band should notify Mr. Zander via email).
If you have some kind of conflict that would prevent you from participating in most or all of the basketball games, such as involvement in cheer, dance, basketball, winter color guard, or other winter sport. In cases like these, I can excuse participation from Basketball Band.
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
December 6, 2024: Fred Meyer Community Rewards and Raisright
December 6, 2024: Fred Meyer Community Rewards and Raisright
Hello Mountainside Band and Guard families- I wanted to share information about the Fred Meyer Community Rewards program and encourage everyone to sign up. This is an easy way for anyone to raise money for the band program and it is absolutely free. Just follow this link for instructions and make sure to link your rewards card to "Mavericks Band Boosters" and then encourage friends and family to do the same. At last count we had about 24 people signed up- we can do better!
https://www.fredmeyer.com/i/community/community-rewards
Purchasing gift cards through Raiseright is another great way to support our program. Information can be found on our website at https://www.mountainsidebands.org/support-and-donate
Thank you,
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
December 5, 2024: Volunteer Opportunity: Yuletide at Mountainside
December 5, 2024: Volunteer Opportunity: Yuletide at Mountainside
Hello Band and Guard families:
I hope your holiday season is off to a great start!
We have a volunteer opportunity coming up for our Wednesday, December 18th performance to support our Cocoa, Cookies and Carols for our Yuletide Event!
We need (4) total volunteers to work our cocoa and cookie tables. We would need volunteers to arrive at 5:30pm to help support with set up and serving.
If you are interested in volunteering, please reply directly to this email.
Many thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
December 4, 2024: Yuletide at Mountainside! December 17th & 18th!
December 4, 2024: Yuletide at Mountainside! December 17th & 18th!
Hello MHS Band & Color Guard Families!
The MHS Band, Choir and Theatre Departments are thrilled to announce our fifth annual "Yuletide at Mountainside"! Join us for a musical holiday extravaganza featuring performances by our bands and choirs and a wide range of small student-led ensembles. Yuletide at Mountainside is a magical experience for our audience and we look forward to seeing you there! Performance will be in the MHS auditorium at 7pm on Tuesday, December 17th and Wednesday, December 18th.
Wednesday's ticket price includes admission to the ever-popular Cocoa, Cookies, and Carols pre-show event! On Wednesday, we open to the doors to the Commons at 6:15pm where our guests will be treated to delicious cookies (courtesy of our sponsor Grove Cookie Company), comforting hot cocoa and festival holiday carols before the show begins. Please note that cookies & cocoa will be served from 6:15-6:45pm only!
Ordering tickets in advance is strongly advised, as we anticipate the possibility of sold-out performances. Also, tickets purchased in advance are $5 cheaper than at the door! Tickets are on sale NOW at https://mountainsidetheatre.ludus.com/index.php and are priced as follows:
Tuesday Prices:
Premium reserved seating: $15 online or $20 at the door
Regular reserved seating: $10 online of $15 at the door
Wednesday Prices:
Premium reserved seating: $20 online or $25 at the door
Regular reserved seating: $15 online of $20 at the door
Please share the attached flyer with friends and family!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
November 22, 2024: Winter Percussion Info and Registration
November 22, 2024: Winter Percussion Info and Registration
To all families involved with or interested in Winter Percussion this season,
With Tuesday’s meeting getting canceled, I have compiled all information that would have been shared in this email instead. Please read through all information if you are planning on being a part of Winter Percussion. If you are not involved or no longer interested in Winter Percussion this season, you may disregard this email.
Tuition for the 2024-25 Winter Percussion Ensemble is $600.00 for all members.
**All fees from our 2024 Marching Band season must be paid in full to participate in any Winter Program.
Full payment of Winter Tuition will be due on December 13th. Your payment options include:
Invoiced through Quickbooks (email will be sent by MBB Treasurers through Intuit)
Checks, made out to Mavericks Band Boosters deposited in the safe in the MHS band room (during school operating hours)
Checks, made out to Mavericks Band Boosters and mailed to us at the address below:
Mavericks Band Boosters
6107 SW Murray Blvd #261
Beaverton OR 97008
*Payment plans are available upon request. Please contact treasurer@mountainsidebands.org if you are interested.
Members who fail to complete full payment by March 14th will no longer be in good financial standing and may not be eligible to participate in the following season.
PAYMENT PROCESSING INFORMATION:
After this registration form is completed, it will take several days to process the registration and add new students to our Presto database. For returning students, our treasurer will be invoiced through Intuit's Quickbooks. We will send email notifications in batches as when accounts are setup and when you may pay your registration fees online. If you would like to pay right away, you may pay by check using one of the methods above.
ADDITIONAL COSTS:
The Beaverton School District Activity Participation Form should be turned in at start of the winter season. The $85 fee associated with this form is paid directly to the school district.
If you have participated in marching band and paid this fee already, you will not have to pay again. This fee is ONCE a school year.
Register for Winter Percussion Here: Registration Link
Rehearsal and Performance Schedule:
Our season schedule can be found here. Our default for this season will be to rehearse on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-9. Unlike this most recent Fall season, our aim is to have everything cleaned up and put away by 9:00 so that everyone can be ready to be picked up by 9:00.
We have 3 competitions this year, and 1 community performance (February 22, March 15, April 5, April 16). These are the most important days of the season, so please do your best not to schedule any trips or anything over these dates. These dates are mandatory. We will also be carpooling to and from our competitions again this season.
Volunteering Opportunities:
With our competitions come opportunities to volunteer! It takes a small army of volunteers to make attending these shows a possibility, so we’ll be coordinating how all that will work as we approach our show dates. In the meantime, please fill out Form C so that you can be eligible for carpooling the kids to our competitions.
Permission Slips:
Lastly, in order for your kid to be allowed to go on these trips to compete, we will need you to fill out Form A. Please have this done at your earliest convenience and send this to our Band Booster President, Stephanie, at president@mountainsidebands.org OR your student may hand it to her at the Mountainside Attendance Desk.
If you have any questions about anything, please reach out to me at streverb546@gmail.com and I’ll do my best to answer them.
Best regards,
Benjamin Strever
Director of Percussion
Mountainside High School
1 Original - Form C - Private Auto Driver_Passenger Release and Parent Permission - Winter Percussion Only - 2024-2025.pdf1 Original - Form A - Parent Permission - Winter Percussion Only - 2024-2025.pdfNovember 21, 2024: Giving Tuesday
November 21, 2024: Giving Tuesday
Hello Mountainside Band Families,
I hope everyone enjoyed our first band performances of the school year last week. I think we can agree that our young musicians sounded amazing!
As I sit down to plan my annual giving this year; my son’s last year in high school, I am looking back and also looking to the future. What does this band program mean to me, to my family, and to my community? How can I make a difference in the world? Because of the positive contribution our band program makes to our community and our children, I am pledging to continue my support this year and for many years to come.
The Mountainside Band Boosters raise money all year to make sure we have money for ongoing expenses such as instrument repair and specialist instruction. I give because of the positive impact the Mountainside Band program has in our community. I regularly hear from community members who attend our functions and concerts and are impressed with our program. I even met a woman at one of our fundraising car washes this summer who goes to Mountainside's football games just to hear the band play!
I also give because of the difference that music makes in the lives of our students. Kids in music programs outperform their non-music program counterparts in math, language, and science. And studies show that music programs promote a surge in neural connections, an overall sense of well-being, and increased competence, confidence, connection, character, and compassion.
Please join me in making a donation today and share this information with the many people in your lives who support these young musicians and our program. Thank you for your support!
Make checks payable to
Mavericks Band Boosters
and mail to
6107 SW Murray Blvd PMB 261
Beaverton, OR 97008
Click the link below to give with Paypal or Venmo and for more information
https://www.mountainsidebands.org/support-and-donate
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
November 19, 2024: *CANCELLED* Winter Programs Meeting Tonight
November 19, 2024: *CANCELLED* Winter Programs Meeting Tonight
To all families who were going to attend tonight's Winter Percussion/Winter Guard Information and Registration Meeting, we are having to cancel due to the power going out at the school. We will send out more info soon, but for now, if you are interested in getting registered for either group, please head to this link: Winter Programs Registration .
Please stay tuned and sorry about the cancellation!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
November 14, 2024: Yuletide music @ MHS Winter Market, senior homes
November 14, 2024: Yuletide music @ MHS Winter Market, senior homes
Dear Yuletide chamber/solo participants,
If your section or ensemble is performing in Yuletide at Mountainside, please consider signing up to perform during the Mountainside Winter Market on December 7th! The event will run from 10am-4pm, and we are looking for groups to sign up to perform. The time slots are 15 minutes long, but if you only have a few minutes, that is okay. If you have MORE than 15 minutes of music, feel free to sign your group up for more than one slot!
This is the sign-up form for the Winter Market performances
We would also like to have some of our groups/soloists perform at some of the local assisted living communities! Again, these performances could be as short or as long as you need them to be, and the timing for the performances may be flexible, depending on which community you visit. Performing at these venues is great community outreach for our program AND can help to promote ticket sales for Yuletide at Mountainside!
If you are interested in having your group perform at a local assisted living community, please email me and let me know. I will give you contact information for some of the local communities and some guidance on how to set up your visit.
Performances for either of these can count towards Community Service hours.
Thank you for considering!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
November 14, 2024: 2024 Marching Band Survey
November 14, 2024: 2024 Marching Band Survey
Hi all,
We are asking for student feedback on the past marching band season. It would be very helpful if you took the time to fill out this survey: https://forms.gle/wSvfNVRk1nd7fCrJ6
Thank you,
Blake Kuroiwa
November 14, 2024: Poinsettia fundraiser
November 14, 2024: Poinsettia fundraiser
Hello everyone! We have one more day left of our Poinsettia fundraiser! Please contact me today if you would like to purchase a voucher or pick some up tonight at the Mavericks Band Booster table.
Thank you!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
November 12, 2024:MHS Football Playoff Game(s)
November 12, 2024:MHS Football Playoff Game(s)
Hi all,
Thank you for the students who showed up this past Friday for the Round 1 playoff football game against Tualatin. WE WON in an exciting, close game. This means, this week the team will go to Lake Oswego to play #1 Lake Oswego. Since this is an away game, the band will NOT be traveling with the team to play at Lake Oswego as the band ONLY plays at home games OR neutral territory sites.
With this in mind, I thought I'd let you all know what the rest of the "season" looks like:
If the football team beats #1 Lake Oswego on Friday (11/15), the team would play either #4 Lakeridge or #5 Central Catholic AWAY (band would NOT attend) on Friday, Nov. 22
If the football team wins the game on 11/22, the team would be playing for the the State Championship Title on Fri, Nov. 29th at Hillsboro Stadium. This would be a NEUTRAL territory site in which the band WOULD attend the game.
I don't know what the odds are of us making it to the championship game but I thought I'd give you the heads up just in case.
Enjoy your FREE Friday night!
Blake Kuroiwa
November 12, 2024:Winter Percussion/Winter Guard Parent Meeting
November 12, 2024:Winter Percussion/Winter Guard Parent Meeting
Hi Band and Guard Families,
If your student is interested in participating in either of our Winter Percussion or Winter Guard programs this year, we have a mandatory parent meeting on Tuesday, November 19th from 7:00-8:00 PM in the auditorium. We will provide information for each program as well as an opportunity to begin registration.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your respective coaches:
Winter Percussion - Ben Strever at streverb546@gmail.com
Winter Guard - Katy Burns at katy-burns@hotmail.com
Hope to see many of you there!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
November 11, 2024: Fall Band Concerts!
November 11, 2024: Fall Band Concerts!
Hello band families- I hope everyone is excited for our concerts this week! The Mavericks Band Boosters will have a table set up where you can pickup blue bags for the Bottledrop program and your marching band photos. We will be selling stickers, buttons, and window clings, Poinsettia Vouchers, and raffle tickets for $5 each to enter to win 2 tickets to the Yuletide concert of your choice or a Poinsettia Voucher!
Thank you,
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
November 8, 2024: Poinsettia Fundraiser
November 8, 2024: Poinsettia Fundraiser
Hello all of you wonderful Marching Band families! I am happy to share that we are over halfway to our poinsettia voucher sales goal! Thanks to all who have participated so far!
Please continue to spread the word and sell these vouchers to support our amazing Winterguard and Winter percussion programs. Send me an email to arrange payment and pickup. We have until 11/15 to sell the rest of the vouchers! And just a reminder- redemption of vouchers is from 11/15 through 12/5.
Thank you,
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
November 7, 2024: Wind Ensemble Sectionals: Wind Ensemble (F7151) - Sem. 1 Zander
November 7, 2024: Wind Ensemble Sectionals: Wind Ensemble (F7151) - Sem. 1 Zander
As I mentioned in class, now that marching season has wrapped, everyone in Wind Ensemble is expected to attend one weekly sectional. These sectionals should be about 45-60 minutes in length.
Section leaders (and reps from some sub-sections) have been granted edit access to this Wind Ensemble Sectional Attendance Google Sheet. After a sectional is complete, the section leader should go to this sheet, record the date/time of the sectional and who was in attendance. If you are absent from a sectional, the section leader should reach out to you to let you know what was covered in the sectional. At that point, you can make up for your attendance by sending the section leader a video of your performance of the assigned section of music.
Please note that video makeups should be used sparingly and that you should make every effort to attend every sectional!
Section members should check on the attendance log periodically to ensure that their attendance (or makeups) are recorded accurately. If there is an issue, first bring it up with the section leader. If it isn't resolved, feel free to reach out to Mr. Zander directly.
Let me know if you have questions!
November 5, 2024: Tomorrow- poinsettia vouchers stickers, and more!
November 5, 2024: Tomorrow- poinsettia vouchers stickers, and more!
Hello Marching Band Ensemble families! I hope everyone is as excited as I am to celebrate this years's marching band season tomorrow at the band banquet!! I will be selling stickers, buttons, magnets, etc and ALSO, poinsettia vouchers!!! I will be there a little early and will also be set up towards the end- we accept cash, checks made payable to Mavericks Band Boosters or MBB, Venmo, and Paypal. Cash and checks are preferred to avoid Venmo and Paypal fees. See you tomorrow!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
November 5, 2024: Friday Playoff Football Game Information
November 5, 2024: Friday Playoff Football Game Information
Hi all,
If you don't know, we will be having a HOME football playoff game on Friday. Mountainside won the Metro League Title, beating Jesuit, and is ranked 8th in the whole state. They will be playing #9 Tualatin on Friday and it should be a GREAT game. Below are the details for this game that is required for all marching ensemble members:
When? Friday, Nov. 8th. Call Time is 6pm.
What are we playing? We will only be doing PEP band music in the stands. NO halftime show. We will play pep band songs during the halftime.
What are we wearing? The theme for the game is "black out" so wear as much black as you can. If not, wear MHS gear. Please also bring a jacket. It doesn't look like it should rain but it will probably be a splash windy.
Front Ensemble? You are more than welcomed to join us if you'd like on cowbells or other approved outside, auxiliary percussion instruments.
Colorguard? You are excused from this obligation BUT I encourage you to attend the Try-It-Out rehearsal for Winterguard (at 5pm).
What's next if we win? We would be playing #1 Lake Oswego AT Lake Oswego HS on 11/15.
If you have any further questions, please let me know!
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
November 5, 2024: Band Store Closes Tonight!
November 5, 2024: Band Store Closes Tonight!
Hello Band Families!
Just a reminder that the band store closes TONIGHT at 11:59 PM. Get your orders in now!
Link to shop: Band Store
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
November 4, 2024: Marching Band Cleanup Event POSTPONED
November 4, 2024: Marching Band Cleanup Event POSTPONED
Hello Marching Band Members
Congratulations on your outstanding performances on Saturday and on the conclusion of yet another successful marching band season! I'm so proud of you and all of the hard work you have put into the show.
As you might recall, we had scheduled a band room cleanup/reset for today after school. However, because the football team is hosting a playoff game this Friday evening, many of you will need to hold onto your marching band instruments (plastic clarinets, mellophones, etc.) that would normally have been turned in today as part of our clean-up.
Please stay tuned for more information coming soon about call time for Friday's football game and the eventual date of our marching band clean-up!
(Also - we are NOT planning to perform our half-time show at Friday's game. The performance would consist of the National Anthem during pregame and stands tunes during the game).
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
November 4, 2024: Poinsettia fundraiser
November 4, 2024: Poinsettia fundraiser
Hi everyone! We have a little over a week to sell our allotment of Poinsettia vouchers from Al's Garden Center to support the Winterguard and Winter Percussion programs. We have only sold 34 vouchers and still have 126 left!!
Please email today to reserve your vouchers and arrange pickup and payment.
Thank you!!!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
November 3, 2024: Launder Request
November 3, 2024: Launder Request
Hello amazing families!
Now that our marching season is over, we are in need of a volunteer to wash our colorguard costumes! Costumes are hand wash or delicate cycle (inside out) only and we would give you specific instructions to best care for the fabric. They also must be hang dried so please consider the space you have for drying. If you are available and willing to help us in this way, please reply to this email and we can work out a time to pick the costumes up.
Thank you for considering! We love our
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
November 1, 2024: Bottle Drop Holiday Give information
November 1, 2024: Bottle Drop Holiday Give information
Hello all! Please see attached information regarding the BottleDrop November-December Holiday Give program. This is a great time to start saving up your bottles and cans to return to Tina Peterson at school on 11/30 or to drop off yourself at any bottledrop location between 11/15 and 12/2 so that our group can receive an extra 20%! Friendly reminder, bags must contain rinsed bottles and cans only- any garbage or dirty bags could disqualify us from the program!
Empty labeled bags will be available tomorrow in Eugene in camp at the competition, at the Marching Band banquet on 11/6, and at the band concerts on 11/13 and 11/4. If you need bags outside of those dates, please send me and Tina an email to coordinate. Thank you!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
fundraising@mountainsidebands.org - Melanie
bottledrop@mountainsidebands.org- Tina
November 1, 2024: November Concert Information
November 1, 2024: November Concert Information
Dear MHS Band families,
In less than two weeks, we will be holding our November concerts! As a reminder, the concert on the evening of Wednesday 11/13 will feature the MHS Concert Band (along with the HPMS 7th Grade Band and possibly Jazz Band) and the concert on Thursday 11/14 will feature the MHS Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble (along with the HPMS 8th Grade Band). Here is some information and details that I will shared with the students in class, but want to make sure gets home to everyone:
Information for Audience Members
Concert admission is free, though donations are gratefully accepted
The auditorium doors will open at 6:40pm
The concert will being at 7:00pm
Both concerts are expected to be 70-90 minutes long.
Information for Performers
The call time for performers is 6:30pm. Ensemble members are expected to be in their warm-up zone with their instruments and sheet music ready to play promptly at 6:30. Please plan to arrive early enough to be on time for warmup!
MHS students will warm up in the band room.
Students are expected to stay for the duration of the concert to watch other bands perform. Additionally, students will be asked to help return music stands, chairs, and instruments to their proper place at the end of the concert.
Please double check TODAY that you have all of the necessary pieces of concert apparel (see the course handbook in Canvas for details), that they fit, and that they are presentable (i.e. not wrinkled, covered in pet fur, and/or smelly from last May's concert)
Thank you!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
November 1, 2024: Jazz Audition Results & Rehearsal Info
November 1, 2024: Jazz Audition Results & Rehearsal Info
Dear Jazz Band Members,
Jazz band rehearsals will begin next week! This email will contain a LOT of information that you will need to know, so please read carefully!
Audition Results:
Thank you to everyone who auditioned for a spot in Jazz Orchestra or as members of the rhythm section! Blake and I have spent a lot of time building the rosters for this year, as there were several quality auditions. We are happy to announce/confirm that we will have THREE jazz bands this year! I will be directing Jazz One, Blake will be directing Jazz Two, and Jared Drakeley, who spearheaded our new combo program last year, will be directing Jazz Three.
The rosters are attached. If you have questions about your placement, please reach out to me (Mr. Zander) to set up a time to meet in person.
Rehearsal Times:
On days jazz band meets, rehearsal runs from 7:30-8:30am. I usually arrive by 7:10, and students are expected to arrive well before 7:30 so that they are set up and individually warmed up to play for a 7:30 downbeat. Please show respect for your peers by being punctual! (Also, as a graded class, jazz band students are evaluated on their "Ensemble Skills", part of which is arriving to rehearsal on time!)
NEW THIS YEAR: Please enter the building from the side doors (near the choir room/auditorium). These doors will be unlocked whenever staff arrive and will usually get locked right around 7:30. (If you arrive late, you will probably have to walk around to the main entrance - another motivation to be on time!)
Rehearsal Schedule:
All of our rehearsal days/times are listed on the Mountainside Band Calendar, which you can find at www.mountainsidebands.org under the heading "Calendar". You may also bookmark the calendar specifically for jazz band using this link.
In an ordinary week, jazz rehearsals are as follows:
Jazz One: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Jazz Two: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Jazz Three: Tuesday, Friday
On short weeks, it is possible that Jazz One and Jazz Two will alter their schedule to be able to meet three days in the week (for example, holding rehearsal on Tuesday in the event that school is closed for a Monday holiday). Jazz Three may not be able to do so, depending on Jared’s schedule. Check the calendar for details or email the director(s) if there is any doubt!
Weather Delays/Cancellations:
In the event BSD delays or cancels school, rehearsal for jazz band will be canceled.
Sometimes the notification of a cancellation or delay comes relatively late in the morning. I also carefully monitor weather when it gets questionable (I live at a high elevation near MHS) and will sometimes send out a notification before the district does. When I send notifications, I will use the Presto email system.
If conditions near you are at all questionable and you and your parents do not feel that it is safe to drive to school, I respect your judgment. Your safety is much more important than your attendance at jazz band.
Attendance:
Jazz bands are small ensembles, and it severely impacts our ability to rehearse when members are absent. Also, your attendance and punctuality factor into your Ensemble Skills learning target grade for this class. If you must be absent, please notify me via email. Jazz Two members are also encouraged to cc the Jazz Two director, Blake Kuroiwa on these emails. Jazz Three members should cc Jared Drakeley.
Instruments:
Many of you (especially saxophones, but also some trombones) are planning to play a secondary instrument in jazz band. Currently, I have checked out all of my trombones and most of my saxophones, but I anticipate getting some saxophones back from marching band students soon. Even so, I likely will not have enough instruments for everyone to play. Therefore, if you have the means to do so, please consider renting an instrument from a music store. In the meantime, please make sure to bring your primary band instrument until you get a rental from a store or a school-owned instrument from me. Action Item: If you are playing a secondary instrument in jazz band, please email me and let me know whether you plan to rent from a store or if you will need a school-owned instrument.!
See you on Monday (or Tuesday)! Take care!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Jazz Ensemble Roster 2024-25.pdfNovember 1, 2024: 1-1/2 Volunteers still needed!
November 1, 2024: 1-1/2 Volunteers still needed!
Hi all,
So at this point we just need an adult to ride HOME on the bus from Eugene, and we need a camp monitor to watch Camp Mountainside for the final round.
Please reach out if you can help us out!
Marilyn & Holly
October 31, 2024: We only need TWO more volunteers!!
October 31, 2024: We only need TWO more volunteers!!
Hi all,
We still need one volunteer to ride the bus down and back on Saturday with the kiddos! We also need a camp monitor to watch out for camp mountainside during the finals.
Even if you've signed up for "camp mountainside/pit push" we can have you ride the bus and push pit!
Reply here if you can help!
Thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
October 30, 2024: Marching Band Banquet
October 30, 2024: Marching Band Banquet
Hey Marching Band Families!
Our end-of-season marching banquet is Wednesday, November 6th at 6:30 pm in the commons. Family members are invited to join us as we celebrate our students' season together, give awards and eat desserts! Please bring a dessert of your choice to share (there will be a lot of desserts so a small dessert is great). Our celebration usually runs for a couple hours.
We look forward to seeing you all there!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
October 29, 2024: Band Store Open/Reopen!
October 29, 2024: Band Store Open/Reopen!
Hello Band Families!
DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!
We are opening our online store to ALL band families, where you can purchase band gear (new design!) for your whole family -- t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, blankets and more! This is also your last opportunity to order that marching band show sweatshirt you forgot to purchase!
Our online store will only be open for ONE WEEK, closing on November 5th at 11:59 PM. Please do not wait to shop...get your orders in now before the link closes! Items usually take a couple weeks before they are ready (you will receive an email). You can choose to pick up your items from Adams Screenprint (FREE) or have your items shipped to you.
Link to shop: Band Online Store
Happy shopping!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
October 28, 2024: Itinerary for Championships Show
October 28, 2024: Itinerary for Championships Show
Hello Marching Ensemble Members,
Please see the attached itinerary for Saturday's performance at the NWAPA Championships show at Autzen Stadium. It also includes details for Friday loading, Sunday unloading, and Monday cleanup.
Congratulations on a great season so far! Let's finish strong!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
October 21, 2024: Football Game Volunteer Needs!
October 21, 2024: Football Game Volunteer Needs!
Hi Band/Guard Fams!
Our season is already winding down (that was fast!) and we are gearing up for our last regular season home football game AND a week later, our last competition of the season!
Please see the spreadsheet to see what we need as far as help. We need more folks for the football game than the U of O show at this point! It will also be senior night and homecoming - so tons of fun to be had!!
Thank you for all of your support - this crew has made it super easy on us recruiters this year!!
Holly & Marilyn
October 18, 2024: Stickers, buttons, and more!
October 18, 2024: Stickers, buttons, and more!
Kelso show sticker, button, etc. sales will be happening tomorrow in camp at lunchtime! Cash, check, and Venmo are accepted.
Thanks!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
October 17, 2024: Poinsettia fundraiser
October 17, 2024: Poinsettia fundraiser
We are excited to launch our winter fundraiser to support the Winterguard and Winter Percussion programs! Please see attached flyer for details and reserve your voucher today.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/120RqSTBdi19Sa0G7s7zYtPZ1jAdzBQ6P1hkduNDZzWQ/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you,
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
October 16, 2024: Itinerary for Kelso Show
October 16, 2024: Itinerary for Kelso Show
Dear Marching Ensemble Members,
The itinerary for Saturday's competition at Kelso HS has been attached.
Please note that we will be loading trucks on Friday evening at 6pm. Anyone who has gear going on the truck is expected to be at the loading to ensure your stuff gets put on the truck!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
October 16, 2024: BSD Music College Night
October 16, 2024: BSD Music College Night
Dear MHS Band families,
Beaverton School District will be hosting a college night for any student who is considering a major/minor in music or anyone who is interested in playing in an ensemble at college. This will be held at Aloha HS on Thursday, November 7th from 6-7:30pm.
There will be reps from about 15 colleges/universities from the NW region in attendance, along with reps from the 234th Army Band. The goal is for students to leave with an understanding of what music options are available after high school, as well as information about financial aid and the timeline and process for applying for various programs. This is a great event for students, whether they are planning to pursue a music degree or just plan to be in a university ensemble as a non-music major.
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Beaverton School District | Mountainside High
12500 SW 175th Avenue, Beaverton, OR 97007
Main Office: 503-356-3500 | Attendance: 503-356-3508 | Fax: 503-356-3505
Go Mavericks!
October 13, 2024: URGENT NEED for fundraiser help tomorrow!!
October 13, 2024: URGENT NEED for fundraiser help tomorrow!!
All Band Students!
We need 4-5 more students to sign up for our Winter Percussion BEF Fundraiser TOMORROW NIGHT! If you are not planning on being a part of Winter Percussion but would love to donate your time to help them raise funds, please consider signing up!
DATE: Oct 14 (Monday night!)
TIME: 5:30 - 8:00
PLACE: Vida CoWorking
9400 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway, Suite 250
Beaverton, OR 97005 (Across the street from Bottle Drop)
Students should have already eaten dinner.
Showing up with 10 kids on time who stay to 8:30 gets us $350 off the bat (Come on! We can do this!)
This is a super easy way to earn money for our new and growing program! Please sign up on this Google Form: BEF Sign-Up Sheet NOW!
Thanks, all!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
October 10, 2024: Winter Percussion BEF Fundraiser Needs!
October 10, 2024: Winter Percussion BEF Fundraiser Needs!
Hi Future Winter Percussion Kids!
We need 4-5 additional students to sign up for our BEF Make-the-Call fundraiser on Monday, October 14!
This is a SUPER EASY way to raise money for your program so PLEASE HELP US OUT and sign up here: Winter Percussion BEF Sign-Up
Students must show up by 5:30 at:
Vida CoWorking
9400 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway, Suite 250
Beaverton, OR 97005 (Across the street from Bottle Drop)
Students should have already eaten dinner.
Showing up with 10 kids on time who stay to 8:30 gets us $350 off the bat.
THANK YOU FOR MAKING OUR WINTER PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE AWESOME!!!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
October 09, 2024: Stickers etc., and this year's show button!
October 09, 2024: Stickers etc., and this year's show button!
Great news- the show buttons for this year's show have arrived! I will be selling those and all of our stickers, magnets, etc. during meal time at this Saturday's competition. As usual, we accept cash, checks, Venmo, and sometimes we can figure out Paypal!
See you there!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
October 08, 2024: Senior Recognition Night Friday, October 25th
October 08, 2024: Senior Recognition Night Friday, October 25th
Hi Senior Parents!
Friday, October 25th, is our Homecoming game...but it is also our Senior Recognition Night! We are still waiting for final details in regards to exact timing but we do know that we will be recognizing our seniors and their families BEFORE the game begins at 7pm. Each family will be given a medal to award to your student as their name is called.
Please respond to [Stephanie's] email and let [her] know who in your immediate family will be joining your senior for their recognition. We need to know: 1) First and last name of each family member accompanying student 2) Their relation to student (mom, dad, brother, sister) We look forward to celebrating our amazing seniors! We will send more exact details as we get them.
Thank you,
Stephanie Marr President
Mavericks Band Boosters
October 08, 2024: Itinerary for Sunset Classic
October 08, 2024: Itinerary for Sunset Classic
Hello Marching Ensemble members,
The itinerary for this weekend's contest at Sunset HS has been attached! Let me know if you have questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
Sunset Classic Schedule 2024.pdfOctober 07, 2024: Jazz Band Sign-Up & Audition Info
October 07, 2024: Jazz Band Sign-Up & Audition Info
Hello MHS Band Members!
This email contains information about Mountainside High School's jazz bands, how to sign up and/or audition, information on rehearsal times, and more.
Jazz Orchestra (Jazz 1) is Mountainside’s advanced jazz band. Students will further develop their improvisational and/or solo skills and play a variety of music in many jazz styles. Jazz Ensemble (Jazz 2) is our second jazz band and is intended for students who are newer to jazz. Students in both ensembles will be enrolled in the course “Jazz Band”, for which they will receive course credit.
Students from Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble and are eligible to audition/sign up based on the instrumentation listed below. Exceptions for students not in another band class may be applicable in certain scenarios. See Mr. Zander for questions.
Members wishing to be in Jazz Orchestra must audition. Members wishing to play in jazz band but who do not audition will be placed in Jazz Ensemble. Some who audition will be placed in Jazz Ensemble based on skill/experience levels.
All students wishing to play in the rhythm section (drums, piano, bass, guitar, or vibes) of either jazz band must audition.
Members will be selected for Jazz Orchestra based on an audition consisting of a short prepared piece, scales, a demonstration of your improvisation skills, & sight-reading (see below).
Each member must be available for all rehearsals and performances. Jazz Orchestra rehearsals are generally on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7:30-8:30am and Jazz Ensemble will meet on even school days from 7:30-8:30am.
Auditions are: October 21st through October 24th (see posted sign-up sheets in the band room).
Jazz Band is a class for which students receive credit! I will work with the counselors to get the course added to Canvas/Synergy for all students who participate.
AUDITION PROCESS (Winds)
1-2 Minute Prepared Piece (jazz style)
Chromatic Scale (full range of instrument)
Sight-reading
Improvise a Solo in Bb Blues – see music at the end of this document.
AUDITION PROCESS - Bass
Sight-reading
Walk a Bass Line in Bb Blues
Improvise a Solo over changes provided prior to audition
AUDITION PROCESS – Piano/Guitar/Vibes
1-2 Minute Prepared Piece (jazz style)
Sight-reading
“Comping” in Bb Blues
Improvise a Solo over changes provided at audition
AUDITION PROCESS – Drumset
Be prepared to demonstrate drum patterns for multiple styles including:
Bossa, Swing, Shuffle, Funk, Rock, Ballad
Listen to a short performance, then emulate the style and setups in your own performance of the piece.
INSTRUMENTATION
Alto Sax
Tenor Sax
Bari Sax
Trumpet
Trombone
Bass (upright or electric)
Rhythm guitar
Piano
Drum set
Vibraphone
Questions?
Email me with any questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
MHS Audition B-flat blues - Eb Instruments.pdfMHS Audition B-flat blues - Bb Instruments.pdfMHS Audition B-flat blues - non transposing.pdfOctober 03, 2024: 10/3 Wind Sectional: CANCELLED
October 03, 2024: 10/3 Wind Sectional: CANCELLED
Hi all,
After reviewing what we need to work on, it is not long enough to fill a 1.5 hour sectional so we will cancel TODAY'S (10/3) sectional. Be prepared to stay for the whole 1.5 hrs next week as we need to work on today's projects as well as next weeks.
See you all on Saturday,
Blake Kuroiwa
October 03, 2024: BEF Fundraiser - STUDENT SIGN-UP
October 03, 2024: BEF Fundraiser - STUDENT SIGN-UP
We need more students to sign up for our BEF Fundraiser call nights! We will need AT LEAST 10 kids, with 2 alternates for each night.
Here's where we are at:
Marching Band Night, Oct 7 - 1 student
Winter Percussion Night, Oct 14 - 4 students
Winter Guard Night, Oct 15 - 6 students (winners so far!)
Please sign up on this Google Form: BEF Sign-Up Sheet
Thanks, all!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
October 01, 2024: NEED A SUPERVISING ADULT FOR OCT 7 FUNDRAISER!
October 01, 2024: NEED A SUPERVISING ADULT FOR OCT 7 FUNDRAISER!
Marching Band Families!
We really need a supervising adult for next Monday, October 7th! The online training for this event occurs today or tomorrow from 4:30-5:30, so it is imperative that we have someone sign up. Please reach out to me with any questions.
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We have a really great opportunity to raise some money for our program! We have signed up to participate in a Beaverton Education Foundation’s Answer the Call night, where students make phone calls with a script as part of BEF’s annual phone-a-thon. This is a super easy and very beneficial opportunity to fundraise for this marching season as we can earn up to $900 for hitting various goals for amounts raised and number of calls made. All phone numbers are provided by BEF.
Here’s the info!
Location: 9400 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 250
Beaverton, OR 97005
(across the street from Bottle Drop)
Date: Monday, October 7, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Need: 10 student callers per group (we must have 10), plus a few alternates
1 parent supervising adult *requires 1-hour online training
*Online training times for supervising adults are scheduled for NEXT WEEK -- Tuesday, 10/1 OR Wednesday, 10/2 from 4:30-5:30. I will send link to volunteers!
Parents: If you are willing supervise, please let me know ASAP.
Students: Please use this link to sign up --> BEF Fundraiser Sign-Up (this is also the link you can use if you are signing up for the Winter Guard or Winter Percussion night)
Thanks in advance to our amazing community!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
September 30, 2024: All-State/NW Audition Recordings
September 30, 2024: All-State/NW Audition Recordings
Good morning!
This is a reminder that All-NW and All-State Audition recordings need to get to me by TODAY so that I can upload them to All-NW by the deadline. (All-State's deadline is a bit later, but I'd like to get them all done at once, if possible).
For those of you who recorded during a session with me at our studio, you're all set!
For those who are recording your tracks with your lesson teacher, please ask them to email the tracks to me (or share them in a Google Drive) as soon as possible.
Lastly - auditions for WIBC and/or BSD Honor Band need to be uploaded directly by students; WIBC audition info can be found at bandworld.org and BSD Honor Band can be found at this Canvas Course. Those who recorded with me should already have received a link to a Google folder containing their tracks!
Thank you and good luck!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
September 27, 2024: Sticker sales tomorrow!
September 27, 2024: Sticker sales tomorrow!
Hello! I hope everyone is excited for our first competition tomorrow! I will be working on pit crew and will have show stickers, and our assorted band stickers and magnets for sale around dinnertime in our camp close to the food. I will aim to be set up for sales around 4:15 and will sell through our dinner hour. As usual, cash and checks are best, but we do have a Venmo option that should work as well!
Thank you,
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
September 26, 2024: Fundraising Opportunity Coming up Soon!
September 26, 2024: Fundraising Opportunity Coming up Soon!
Marching Band Families,
We have a really great opportunity to raise some money for our program! We have signed up to participate in a Beaverton Education Foundation’s Answer the Call night, where students make phone calls with a script as part of BEF’s annual phone-a-thon. This is a super easy and very beneficial opportunity to fundraise for this marching season as we can earn up to $900 for hitting various goals for amounts raised and number of calls made. All phone numbers are provided by BEF.
Here’s the info!
Location: 9400 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 250
Beaverton, OR 97005
(across the street from Bottle Drop)
Date: Monday, October 7, 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Need: 10 student callers per group (we must have 10), plus a few alternates
1 parent supervising adult *requires 1-hour online training
*Online training times for supervising adults are scheduled for NEXT WEEK -- Tuesday, 10/1 OR Wednesday, 10/2 from 4:30-5:30. I will send link to volunteers!
Parents: If you are willing supervise, please let me know ASAP.
Students: Please use this link to sign up --> BEF Fundraiser Sign-Up (this is also the link you can use if you are signing up for the Winter Guard or Winter Percussion night)
Thanks in advance to our amazing community!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
September 24, 2024: We still need a handful of helpers for Saturday!
September 24, 2024: We still need a handful of helpers for Saturday!
You all really stepped up quickly - THANK YOU!!
We still need to fill in a couple holes in our volunteer roster for Saturday's competition. You will be hearing from your team leads prior to Saturday with info.
We are still in the hunt for:
Food servers & clean up (4:30 - 6pm) If you have already signed up to set up & serve, you can not sign up again - we need more people!
Truck Unloading (at school after camp breakdown) - many needed!
Thanks so much,
Holly & Marilyn
September 23, 2024: Marching Band Photos THIS FRIDAY - Please read!
September 23, 2024: Marching Band Photos THIS FRIDAY - Please read!
Hi Marching Band Families!
Just a friendly reminder that our marching band photos are scheduled for this Friday, September 27th, immediately after school ends. We will be passing out order forms at the end of rehearsal tomorrow night (Tuesday). Please turn in your completed order forms to the photographers on Friday.
Students, please head straight to the band room when the final bell rings on Friday to get into uniform. Once you are dressed, please grab your instrument, head out to the courtyard and get in line for your individual photo. Once all students are dressed and ready, we will move to our large group picture and then complete individual photos for any remaining students. Our goal is to get through this as quickly and efficiently as possible so we can eat and get to rehearsal! We are providing pizza and water so as soon as you are out of uniform, you can eat!
DON'T FORGET YOUR BLACK UNDERCLOTHES OR YOUR LONG BLACK SOCKS AND MARCHING SHOES!!! Pack them the night before!
Parents, please make sure your student hands you their order form!
Thanks, all!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
September 21, 2024: Next Saturday - Our First show of the season!!
September 21, 2024: Next Saturday - Our First show of the season!!
Hello Amazing Marching Ensemble families!
One week from today is the Northwest Youth Fall Music Games @ Hillsboro Stadium! The ensemble has been putting in so much hard work, and now it's our turn!
We have lots of needs - so please see where you can join in the fun!! Team leads will give you more information during the week so you will know what to expect. GO MAVS!!
Truck Loading (FRIDAY NIGHT) time tbd
8 volunteers - Meet Friday night @ a school to help ensemble load up the trucks. Usually takes about an hour.
Band Chaperones
4 volunteers - Hang out with the students as they warm up, go to and from the field and sit in the stands watching other competitors. You will have a wagon provided that will cary water bottles, first aid and other necessities. Due to space limitations on the busses this year, two chaperones will ride with students on the busses, and two will meet the group at the stadium. Please indicate if you can ride the bus! Be at MHS at 8:05, or at camp mountainside by 9:20.
Camp Mountainside Set-up/PIT Crew/Tear-down
15-20 volunteers - This is where the rubber hits the road! Join a great group of parents who get to the camp location at the stadium an hour before the kids, unload the trucks and set up Camp Mountainside!! Many hands truly make light work, and there are a bunch of parents who have done this before so it's easy to learn the ropes and pitch in. We then help throughout the day pushing front ensemble to warm ups, on and off the field for prelims & finals, Last but not least is tear-down where camp is put back in the trucks. Lunch is provided, and exact timing will be forthcoming once you've signed up.
Camp Monitor
1 volunteer - Hold down the fort (camp) while ensemble is performing. Keep things from walking off.
Uniform Crew
6 volunteers - We need people to help set up the uniform area, help the ensemble in and out of uniforms for prelim and finals and to plume shako's!
Guard Chaperones
4 volunteers - Hang out with the students as they warm up, go to and from the field and sit in the stands watching other competitors. You will have a wagon that will cary water bottles, first aid and other necessities.
Food Crew
4 volunteers "set up & serve" 3-5pm
5 volunteers "serve & clean up" 4:30-6pm
And speaking of food - we would love your drink and dessert donations!! Sign up for that here !
September 21, 2024: HELP! Our costumes need you SEW much!
September 21, 2024: HELP! Our costumes need you SEW much!
Hey Marching Families!
This is an urgent need to be ready for Saturday.
We have special performance shirts for our battery and front ensemble kids to wear in our competition performances this year. They have arrived and are going to look SO incredibly awesome, BUT!! We need some help getting them ready for performance. The sleeves need to be hemmed!
Our uniform team will be measuring and pinning Monday after school and we are asking for help hemming those sleeves! The fabric of the sleeves will require sewing by hand. If you are skilled with a needle and thread and are able to grab some shirts Monday or Tuesday to help hem from home, please respond to this email and let me know. There are 23 total shirts and we will happily split them between sewers. We will provide thread.
If you let me know you are available to help, I will reach out with pick-up times ASAP.
Thanks, all!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
September 19, 2024: All-State Info Sheet & Honor Band Reminders
September 19, 2024: All-State Info Sheet & Honor Band Reminders
Dear students,
If you are planning to audition for an Oregon All-State ensemble, please be sure to fill out this information form, preferably prior to your audition recording session.
For All-State and All-NW, there are two ways to get the recordings done:
Sign up for a recording session in the MHS recording studio with Mr. Zander
Record the audition materials with your private lesson instructor, who will then email them (or share them w Google Drive) to Mr. Zander. These are audio only recordings (no video). Recordings need to be sent to me by 10/1 in order for him to meet the upload deadline.
Please remember to submit payment for your audition ($21 for All-State, $20 for All-Northwest) to the band room safe (checks payable to Mavericks Band Boosters)!
Also remember that there are two other honor band opportunities: BSD Honor Band & WIBC (Western International Band Clinic). For these two honor bands, you are responsible for uploading your audition materials yourself. Here's how:
For WIBC, go to their website and follow the instructions. Their audition deadline is 10/6.
For BSD Honor band, join this Canvas course and follow the instructions. The audition deadline for this is 10/20.
In either case, if you make recordings with Mr. Zander and plan to submit them to either WIBC of BSD Honor Band, you may do so. Mr. Zander will share your recordings with you via Google Drive after your session.
Thank you! Please reach out if you have questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
September 19, 2024: Wind Ensemble Concert Apparel
September 19, 2024: Wind Ensemble Concert Apparel
Dear Wind Ensemble members,
While this information is in our band syllabus/handbook, I thought it might be a good idea to send an email specifically about the wind ensemble's concert apparel:
The Wind Ensemble wears black formal attire for all of our performances. Everyone plays better and looks better when we have a professional appearance, and our dress code is designed to allow the audience to remain focused on the music during the performance and not be distracted by individuals in the ensemble. Students may choose to wear either a dress or a tuxedo, as described below:
IF YOU CHOOSE TO WEAR A DRESS:
The Wind Ensemble uniform dress is available for purchase online $58. The link I had provided in the course syllabus is broken, but if you travel to this site, you can purchase the Dakota concert gown. Please select 'preferred knit' fabric in black. You wil l need to know your sizing information before you purchase the dress, and the dress may need to be hemmed upon arrival, so give yourself plenty of time to order this prior to our first performance. This dress is usable for music performances throughout high school and beyond.
IF YOU CHOOSE TO WEAR A TUXEDO:
Purchase a black tuxedo or suit jacket with a notch-style collar along with the following:
black dress/tuxedo pants
a white tux shirt with 1/4” pleats and wing collars,
a black bow tie
a black cummerbund
black dress socks
black dress shows
Studs and cufflinks are optional, but look quite nice.
It is often possible to find a good deal on a used tuxedo by contacting tuxedo rental stores and purchasing a former rental. These tuxedos often last years and can be used for many formal occasions beyond the band performances.
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
September 19, 2024: Prop Work Party tomorrow and Friday!!
September 19, 2024: Prop Work Party tomorrow and Friday!!
Band and Guard Families - we need your help!
Eva Viers, our incredible prop manager, needs help on Thursday and Friday night this week! If you are available either evening, we need as many people as we can get!
We will be working on props for the show, so you will get a sneak peak into what these will look like!
If you can help either day (or both), please let Eva know directly by sending her an email at eviers@gmail.com.
We need volunteers:
Tomorrow, Thursday, 9/19: 5:00pm - 7:00pm (or later depending on people's availability).
Friday, 9/20pm: 5:00pm through when halftime starts.
If you can't commit to the full time that is okay! We will take the help when you are able to get there.
If we are not finished by Friday, we will send out another request for support on Saturday.
Also if you have any of the following, would you bring with you to the work party?
Staple guns
Work gloves
Electric drills with drill bits
Screw drivers
Irons
Towels
Pliers
Again, if you can help, please reply directly to Eva eviers@gmail.com for details on where to meet at the high school.
Many thanks,
Marilyn & Holly
September 19, 2024: Marching Band Competition FAQ
September 19, 2024: Marching Band Competition FAQ
Dear Marching Ensemble Members,
We are just over one week away from our first marching band competition of the season! This email contains the first draft of our itinerary for the upcoming show date (please note that some times/details may change between now and next Saturday). While we will go over with the students in detail at the conclusion of one of our rehearsals next week (likely Tuesday), it's always important that students and parents review the itinerary thoroughly and understand where they need to be throughout the day.
I am also sending out a list of Frequently Asked Questions about band competitions (see below). Even for those of you who have attended competitions in the past, some of the things on this document may be informative. Thanks for reading!
Marching Season Competition FAQ
What is the difference between Preliminary and Finals?
Most competitions consist of two parts. Preliminary Competition (or prelims) happens in the morning and early afternoon. Finals Competition takes place in the evening. All groups perform in prelims, while only those who are invited stay for the finals. This number varies according to the venue, but is between 15-20 bands. If fewer than 15 bands performed in prelims, then all of the bands will typically return for finals.
For our first competition this year, the preliminary round is non-competitive. Each band will perform, then will receive an on-field clinic with the adjudicators. The scores will not be announced for the preliminary round.
How is the order of performance determined?
Prelim performance time is based on a lottery system. At a meeting held in August, the show order is determined in a random drawing to determine which order the individual bands will go in within their class. Depending on the number of participating bands, the first performance is sometime around 9 or 10am, with the last prelim performance around 3:30. After an awards ceremony and a dinner break, the Finals begin.
Finals performance order is in reverse order of the preliminary scores without regard to classification. That is, the highest scoring preliminary band will go last in Finals. Finals awards are generally at 9:45pm. It is a long but very eventful and rewarding day!
Again, for our first competition this year, the preliminary round is not scored. Our finals performance time has been pre-determined based upon lottery.
What is A Class? AA Class? AAA Class? AAAA Class?
There are four classes of performing groups. Class A contains the smaller groups, while AAAA is the largest groups.
What is the Awards Retreat?
For both Prelims and Finals, representatives from the band (usually the Drum Majors and Guard Captains) line up on the field and wait for the results to be announced. When their school's name is called, the representatives salute and step forward to receive any trophies/awards. It is also quite common for representatives to honor other bands by saluting them in some fashion when they receive an award.
How are the bands scored at competition?
Six judges evaluate each group at each performance. Details for scoring are listed in the program for the event (these cost anywhere from $2-$5, depending on the venue, but are usually worth every penny). The categories include Music General Effect, Music Ensemble, Music Individual, Visual General Effect, Visual Ensemble, and Visual Individual. Different categories hold different weights toward the total score. The maximum score is 100. Trophies are given for third, second, and first place, as well as for "Caption Awards", such as High General Effect (combined Visual GE and Music GE), High Visual (combined individual and ensemble visual), High Music (combined individual and ensemble music), High Percussion, and High Auxiliary.
What should I know about etiquette at these events?
Even though competitions are held in football stadiums, fan behavior is not the same as at a game.
There are definite protocol expectations that are common to all marching band competitions.
Please do not enter the stadium during a band performance. Visiting the concession stands between performances is often a great way to support the host band, but do not expect to re-enter if a band has begun playing. This is for the comfort of the audience watching the show, and to avoid distractions for the players.
For the same reason, do not leave the seating area during a performance, unless it is an emergency.
Please turn off cell phones during performances, or at least set them to silent mode.
Please try to refrain from loud gum-chewing, program rattling, or other noisemakers during performances
Except for applauding and cheering, chit-chat during a performance is also discouraged. This bothers those around you who are trying to pay attention to the performance.
Try to wear Mountainside colors and look for other Mountainside parents to sit next to.
As world-class fans, we cheer for everyone! Booing is in extremely poor taste. Similarly, any comments about another school's program, or even students from our own program need to be limited to positive comments only. Besides the fact that we do not win by putting others down, you never know who is sitting nearby. We have something to learn from every single school that has a program, and our primary goal is to support the overall education of all children in every school.
When our students are in uniform, they are working. Please do not expect to pull them away from the rest of the group. If you do want to remove your student from the rest of the Mountainside group, or if you have other questions, please check with the head chaperone. Please do not expect a private conference with the Directors or another staff member on a competition day. Their focus is 100% on our students.
After the prelims, please offer only positive comments to our students. Directors and the staff will handle anything that needs to be corrected. Genuine praise is always welcome!
What should I bring as an audience member?
You might be more comfortable if you bring:
A stadium seat. Even though many venues have chairs with backs, sometimes the seats are hard, and another layer of cushions is welcome. Some venues are only able to provide bleacher seats.
A blanket, gloves, a hat, and a warm coat. It gets chilly up there by the evening. Dressing in layers is the best way to go.
Water and/or a thermos of tea or coffee, and snacks. These are available at the concessions stands, but sometimes it is difficult to get to the stands when you would like to, and it does not add to your overall cost.
A pen or two for recording scores. It's fun to keep track of everyone through the season.
I'm looking forward to the first competition of the season!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
NYMA Schedule 2024 (1).pdfSeptember 17, 2024: Friday Night Football Game - Volunteer Needs
September 17, 2024: Friday Night Football Game - Volunteer Needs
Hi there band and guard families!
This Friday we have another football game, and we need Uniform and Pit Crew Support!!
Uniform support - 9/20 from 4:45pm - 9:00pm: We will need about 5 volunteers to support getting the kids in and out of uniforms for the half time performance.
Pit Crew - 9/20 during half time: We need 10-15 volunteers to help with pushing out the front ensemble equipment during the halftime performance. We usually ask volunteers to meet behind the bleachers at the start of the second quarter.
If you are available for either of the above, please reply directly to this email.
Many thanks!
Holly & Marilyn
September 13, 2024: Pop up sticker sales- tomorrow at lunch
September 13, 2024: Pop up sticker sales- tomorrow at lunch
Hello Marching Band! I will be at practice during lunch with brand new show stickers plus our standard stickers, window clings, and magnets for sale. Prices range from $2-$5. See you tomorrow!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
September 05, 2024: Football Game 9/6 Update
September 05, 2024: Football Game 9/6 Update
In preparation for tomorrow's football game, we have some updates of time and uniform attire:
The uniform will be a black shirt (black Disney shirt, past show shirt, or any black shirt with minimal designs) and black shorts with MARCHING BAND SHOES. Any black sock will work. (Guard will wear their normal attire)
Call time will now be 6pm due to no uniforms. DO NOT be late. We are already cutting it close.
BRING LARGER WATER BOTTLES FILLED WITH WATER!
Have a good night and see you all tomorrow,
Blake Kuroiwa
September 05, 2024: Apparel Store is OPEN!
September 05, 2024: Apparel Store is OPEN!
Hello Marching Families,
We are so sorry for the delay in our store opening. Here is the link for you to order all your band and colorguard gear:
The apparel store will close on September 15th at 11:59 PM
Once the store has closed, it will not be reopened, so please get your orders in now!
**PLEASE NOTE: All participating students will receive one show shirt as part of their marching ensemble fee -- you do not need to purchase them one. Of course, we love for parents to represent by wearing their own show shirts and sweatshirts, so enjoy your shopping!
Also, some items can be personalized and help distinguish one student's belongings from another's, such as our handy duffel bag and our show sweatshirts (personalized on arm).
Happy shopping!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
September 05, 2024: MHS Jazz Combo Program
September 05, 2024: MHS Jazz Combo Program
Dear MHS parents and students,
I’m excited to announce that the MHS Jazz Combo will be returning this year under the capable leadership of Jared Drakeley. We would like to get scheduling and signups started as soon as possible so that we can hit the ground running as soon as marching band season is over.
For those who aren’t familiar with it, the jazz combo program is intended to prepare students to play jazz music in a way that more closely resembles the ‘real world’ of jazz performances. Big bands are few and far between in the jazz world, and it’s much more common for jazz musicians to perform in small groups with an emphasis on improvisation. Even if you’re not planning on being a performing jazz musician, this is a great way to gain experience in improvising and soloing, which will help you in the Jazz Ensemble or Jazz Orchestra.
The cost to participate is based on how many people sign up. This means that the more students sign up, the better of a deal you will get! In any case, the price is much less than what one ordinarily pays for an individual private lesson. Scheduling is also fairly flexible - Jared will work with each group to find a time that works for each member.
If you are interested in participating, please reach out to Jared Drakeley via email as soon as you can. Please include your name and the instruments you’d like to play. Jared will send a follow-up about placing students into groups and scheduling.
On a related note, information about how to sign up for our jazz band class and audition for the Jazz Orchestra will be coming soon. It is expected that anyone participating in the jazz combo will also be a part of one of the two 'big bands' in the Jazz Band course.
Thank you for your time!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
September 03, 2024: Itinerary for Beaverton Parade & Band Day
September 03, 2024: Itinerary for Beaverton Parade & Band Day
Dear Marching Ensemble members!
The itinerary for the Beaverton Parade & Band Day is attached! Please be sure to indicate your sandwich preference on the Google Form linked in the itinerary and sent out previously by Holly Oakes.
Let Blake or me know if you have any questions!
Warmly,
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
August 31, 2024: PLEASE COMPLETE YOUR PARADE WAIVER
August 31, 2024: PLEASE COMPLETE YOUR PARADE WAIVER
Marching and Colorguard Families,
The Beaverton Parade is NEXT SATURDAY and half of our students have not filled out their parade waiver.
It is mandatory for EVERY participant in the Beaverton Parade to sign a parade waiver. For participants who are minors, a parent or legal guardian must sign on their behalf. This year, the waiver is conveniently available online and will only take 30 seconds of your time. Please fill out this waiver ASAP to ensure that all students are able to participate in this fun day!
Waiver link: City of Beaverton - Celebration Parade Participant Waiver
Thank you for completing your waivers NOW!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
August 31, 2024: FIRST FOOTBALL GAME! VOLUNTEER NEEDS!
August 31, 2024: FIRST FOOTBALL GAME! VOLUNTEER NEEDS!
Hi there band and guard families!
We are 6 days away from our VERY FIRST Football game! With this comes some really fun volunteer opportunities!
We need Uniform and Pit Crew Support on Friday 9/6!
Uniform support - 9/6 from 4:45pm - 9:00pm: We will need support getting the kids in and out of uniforms for the half time performance.
Pit Crew - 9/6 during half time: We need help with pushing out the front ensemble equipment during the halftime performance. We usually ask volunteers to meet behind the bleachers at the start of the second quarter.
If you are available for either of the above, please reply directly to this email!
Many thanks!
Holly & Marilyn
August 31, 2024: Volunteer Needs for Parade & Band Day!!
August 31, 2024: Volunteer Needs for Parade & Band Day!!
Hi there Band and Guard families! I hope you all are enjoying your weekend and wishing you a Happy Labor Day!
We are a week away from the Beaverton Parade and one of our biggest fundraisers of the year - Band Day!!
>>> WE NEED YOUR HELP! <<<<
Uniform Help - Saturday 9/7: 8:00am - 1:00pm: we need at least 5 volunteers to help get the kiddos in and out of their uniforms before and after the parade. Please use this link to sign up to volunteer!
Chaperone and Water Couriers - Saturday 9/7: 8:00am - 1:00pm: we need at least 4 volunteers to walk the parade route with the kids to make sure they stay hydrated. Please use this link to sign up to volunteer!
Food and Beverage Sign up - Saturday 9/7: you can drop off at the school when you bring your student for the parade. Jodi will be on site to collect. Please use this link to sign up for food donations!
We need 20 additional Band day drivers! - Saturday 9/7 12:00pm - 5:00pm: We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available from 12-5pm, please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!) If you are able to drive, DELAY! SIGN UP TODAY!! Fill out this google form!
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Marilyn or myself! Remember, none of this is possible without our incredible volunteer community, so we appreciate you all so much!
Many thanks,
Marilyn & Holly
August 27, 2024: Honor Band Information 2024-25
August 27, 2024: Honor Band Information 2024-25
Dear Mountainside Band Parents and Students,
We are fortunate to have several opportunities to audition for a variety of honor bands in our district, state and in the Northwest! Please read on to find out more about all of these opportunities!
All-Northwest Honor Bands & Orchestras
Every other year, students from all around the state or from Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming can audition to participate in All-Northwest Wind Ensemble or All-Northwest Symphony Orchestra. The selected students will gather at the All-NW conference which will take place from February 13th-15th in Spokane, WA. During the conference, the students will stay in a Spokane hotel (chaperoned, of course), rehearse, then perform a concert at the end of the weekend. Each honor group will be instructed by a nationally recognized music educator/conductor. Simply put, the experience is awesome. Selected students will be performing with the best musicians from around the State or the NW, playing outstanding music under the direction of inspirational conductors.
If accepted, registration for All-Northwest will be $400 per student. In addition, students will need to play for their hotel stay in a block of rooms provided by All-Northwest. The hotel rates will range from $80-$400 depending on whether students room single-, double-, triple-, or quad-occupancy.
Audition materials for All-Northwest can be found here: Winds, Brass & Percussion or Strings (resources/bowings). Note that these are the same materials as the All-State auditions, but with the addition of an extra track for most instruments.
Recordings must be submitted by October 3rd, so please sign up for an audition recording time with Mr. Zander in the band room (Sign-ups will be available in September). Alternately, your private lesson teacher may record you and send the recordings directly to Mr. Zander for submission.
Please note that all students who are auditioning for an All-State must fill out this All-State/All-NW Student Information Form and deposit their $21 audition fee into the band room safe (please label the envelope clearly!) Please note that an additional $21 fee is required if a student is auditioning for both jazz band and band/orchestra. If you are writing a check for your audition(s), please make your payment out to Mavericks Band Boosters.
All-State Honor Bands & Orchestra
The Oregon Music Education Association hosts several honor ensembles every January, including All-State Jazz, All-State Wind Ensemble, All-State Symphonic Band and All-State Symphony Orchestra. Students wishing to audition for WE, SB, or Orchestra will submit one audition for all three groups. Jazz band has separate audition materials. All of the materials can be found here. (Be sure to find the correct packet for your instrument/ensemble: winds and percussion will use the 2025 High School Wind Ensemble materials and string players will use the 2025 High School Orchestra materials)
Auditions for the All-State honor groups must be submitted by October 5th, so please sign up for an audition recording time with Mr. Zander in the band room (Sign-ups will be available now!) Alternately, your private lesson teacher may record you and send the recordings directly to Mr. Zander for submission.
If accepted, registration for All-State is $358 per student, which includes the cost of the hotel rooms.
The Washington State University music faculty have made demonstration recordings of the 2023 All-State and All-NW etudes to help you prepare. Keep in mind that track 3 (for winds) will be different from this year’s material. I will let you know when/if I receive update tracks for this year.
Please note that all students who are auditioning for an All-State must fill out this All-State Student Information Form and deposit their $21 audition fee into the band room safe (please label the envelope clearly!) Please note that an additional $21 fee is required if a student is auditioning for both jazz band and band/orchestra. If you are writing a check for your audition(s), please make your payment out to Mavericks Band Boosters.
All-District Honor Band
Beaverton School District offers an honor band that also will take place in January. This ensemble is completely paid for by the district, so accepted members do not need to pay any fee.
The auditions for All-District are shorter versions of what students would submit for All-State. Those materials can be found here. Alternately, students may submit set A of the WIBC audition materials (see below).
Students will submit their own auditions for BSD Honor Band by joining a Canvas page and following the instructions posted there. This page is not yet available but will be shared when it comes out. The audition deadline for BSD Honor Band is 10/20.
Western International Band Clinic
WIBC takes place in Seattle every year and brings in a great group of conductors and performers. This year’s WIBC will be November 22-24. There are four bands, and students have the option to audition with a harder or an easier set of materials. One of the unique things about WIBC is that each band gets to work with more than one conductor (most other honor bands get just one conductor for the weekend), and the conductors they bring in are some of the biggest names in our field.
Students may upload either the WIBC auditions (set A or set B) or their All-State recordings. For more information about audition materials and WIBC honor bands, follow this link. WIBC auditions are due by 10/11/24 and you can record them yourself and upload them directly to WIBCs website and pay your $20 audition fee. If you are recording auditions with Mr. Zander, he can send you your All-State/All-NW audition recordings to use for your WIBC audition.
In Conclusion
Participating in an honor band is a great way to make connections with other talented and motivated musicians from around our district, state, or the country! I strongly encourage you to consider auditioning this year. If this year doesn’t work out, keep in mind that the audition materials only change a little bit every year, so this year’s work will only help prepare you for next year’s auditions.
As always, let me know if you have further questions!
Jeremy Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
HS Honor Band Auditions 2019-20.pdfAugust 21, 2024: Red Robin fundraiser- 8/22!
August 21, 2024: Red Robin fundraiser- 8/22!
Dear Mountainside Band Community,
Our fundraiser with Red Robin has been scheduled for Aug 22, 2024, all day, at the Red Robin location at both Beaverton locations. That's tomorrow- Thursday! Make sure to let your server know you're there to support Maverick Band Boosters. Take out orders apply too- just use the fundraisers to go only code as printed on the flyer when you place your order.
View our fundraising website and please share our attached flyer with friends and family. Thank you for supporting Mavericks Band Boosters!
https://redrobin.force4good.com/file/9cc7abbe-f00b-4ea0-9b35-7b29f3d7d16b/flyer/fundraiser-flyer.pdf
Thank you,
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
August 21, 2024: Band Instrument and/or Locker Request
August 21, 2024: Band Instrument and/or Locker Request
Hello!
In order to get a head start on preparing for school, I have created a Google Form for students to complete if they need to request a school-owned instrument and/or a band instrument locker. If you already have an instrument and locker checked out, you do NOT need to fill out this form.
However, if you need to check out a school owned instrument and/or an instrument locker, please complete this Locker/Instrument Request Form as soon as possible. This will allow me to have your materials ready on the first full day of class.
Speaking of the first full day of class, please be sure to bring your instrument on the first full day during which you have band. This will be Tuesday, August 27th for Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band and Wednesday, August 28th for Concert Band.
Thank you!
Mr. Zander
August 20, 2024: We need 3-4 Volunteers for tomorrow!
August 20, 2024: We need 3-4 Volunteers for tomorrow!
Happy Tuesday Band and Guard families!
We still need some help with vinyl deconstruction - we need about 3-4 volunteers for THIS WEDNESDAY EVENING!
If you are interested and available, please just reply to this email and we will put you in touch with our Props Manager, Eva Viers.
Many thanks again!
Marilyn & Holly
August 20, 2024: Fall Band Day!
August 20, 2024: Fall Band Day!
Hello Marching Ensemble Families!!
Fall Band Day is upon us on Saturday, September 7th which is less than 3 weeks away! Band Days are our most lucrative fund raisers of the year and are not only fun, but support awesome opportunities for our band program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians, transportation and more.
What does Band Day look like?
Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-30 drivers to help us shuttle 100+ students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. (Drivers are always teamed up with at least one other parent/car so it's not just you with the students.) Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen! Pizza lunch between parade & band day provided!!
We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available from 12-5pm, please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
DON'T DELAY! SIGN UP TODAY!! >>>> Fill out this google form! ***Student sign-ups will take place in the band room!
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
August 20, 2024: Beaverton Parade Waivers
August 20, 2024: Beaverton Parade Waivers
Hey Marching and Colorguard Families!
The Beaverton Parade is coming up on September 7th!
It is mandatory for EVERY participant in the Beaverton Parade to sign a parade waiver. For participants who are minors, a parent or legal guardian must sign on their behalf. This year, the waiver is conveniently available online and will only take 30 seconds of your time. Please fill out this waiver ASAP to ensure that all students are able to participate in this fun day!
Waiver link: City of Beaverton - Celebration Parade Participant Waiver
Thank you for completing your waivers now! More details on this event to come soon.
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
August 19, 2024: A Message From Blake...
August 19, 2024: A Message From Blake...
Hi all,
Band camp was a true success and I hope you were all impressed by your student’s hard work and dedication!
I just wanted to send out this email to remind everyone that we are entering our regular rehearsal schedule. The general schedule looks like the following:
Monday - Guard Sectional (6 - 9)
Tuesday - Full Ensemble (6 - 9)
Wednesday - Full Ensemble (6 - 9)
Thursday -
Winds Sectional (4:30 - 6) NOTE: Changed time due to middle school release time.
Percussion Sectional (5 - 8)
Friday - Football Games (see calendar for specific dates)
Saturday - Rehearsal (9 - 4) OR Competition
Please know that times are subject to change due to field availability as well as some odd weeks. PLEASE check the schedule at www.mountainsidebands.org/calendar for specific details. If there are any changes, they will be communicated verbally at rehearsals AS WELL AS updated on the calendar.
As always, please make sure you follow our attendance procedure if you will be tardy or absent. Failure to follow this procedure will result in a lot of phone calls and emails to make sure you are alright and accounted for.
Thank you for continued hard work and dedication!
Blake Kuroiwa
August 19, 2024: Vinyl Deconstruction Help Needed!
August 19, 2024: Vinyl Deconstruction Help Needed!
Hello Band and Guard Families!
What an incredible Preview this past weekend! Thank you again to all who came out to support the kids, and special thanks to those who volunteered for our Pit Crew Olympics - CONGRATULATIONS again to the Sophomore parents on securing the win!!
As I mentioned during preview day - we have an ask for volunteers for THIS WEDNESDAY EVENING! We need some support deconstructing our vinyls from last year so we can repurpose them for the show this year.
If you are interested and available, please just reply to this email and we will put you in touch with our Props Manager, Eva Viers.
Many thanks again!
Marilyn & Holly
August 16, 2024: IMPORTANT CHANGE FOR PREVIEW BBQ - PLEASE READ
August 16, 2024: IMPORTANT CHANGE FOR PREVIEW BBQ - PLEASE READ
Marching Band Families,
Due to the forecasted lightning and thunderstorms for tomorrow evening, we have decided to move up our Parent Preview & BBQ event to 1:00 PM tomorrow, Saturday, August 17th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you or your families and hope that all will still be able to make this celebratory event for our students!
Here is the new loose schedule for Saturday:
12:00: Drop off drink donations (if no prior drop-off was arranged) at concessions
12:30: Drop off potluck items (sides/desserts) at tables near stadium concessions
1:00: Potluck begins! Burgers and fixins provided for all!
1:45: Students head to Commons. Parents hear from Mr. Zander and watch a friendly competition between pit crew parents!
3:00: Student begin their warm up on the field**
3:15: Surprise activity for all parents!
3:30: Performance begins
3:40: Get pics with your amazing student!
3:50: Students get out of uniform and clean up**
4:30: Go home!
If you have signed up to volunteer and you will not be able to make the earlier time, please let me know ASAP so we can find the help we need.
If you have signed up to contribute food/drink and will no longer be able to help in this way due to the change in time, please also let me know ASAP.
Thank you all for your flexibility! We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work, even with a flip-flop in the schedule! Please reach out to me at president@mountainsidebands.org with any questions.
See you tomorrow!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
August 15, 2024: Parent Preview & Potluck Information for 8/17
August 15, 2024: Parent Preview & Potluck Information for 8/17
Greetings Marching Band Families!
We are so excited for you all to join us at our Parent Preview Performance & Potluck BBQ Saturday evening, August 17th at 5:00 pm! Just to give you an idea of what to expect, here is a *loose* schedule of events for Saturday's event:
4:00: Drop off drink donations (if no prior drop-off was arranged) at concessions
4:30: Drop off potluck items (sides/desserts) at tables near stadium concessions
5:00: Potluck begins! Burgers and fixins provided for all!
5:45: Students head to Commons. Parents hear from Mr. Zander and watch a friendly competition between pit crew parents!
7:00: Student begin their warm up on the field**
7:15: Surprise activity for all parents!
7:30: Performance begins
7:40: Get pics with your amazing student!
7:50: Students get out of uniform and clean up**
8:30: Go home!
**It can take a bit of time for kids to get in and out of their uniforms for the first time so we appreciate your patience and flexibility with the schedule.
We can't wait to celebrate our kids' hard work together! Our students are amazing and you are going to LOVE it!
PLEASE NOTE: If you have not paid your band fees, our treasurers or myself will be available to collect your check for $600 (or $650 if your student ordered shoes) on Saturday. You may also pay online with the invoice that was previously emailed to you from Mavericks Band Boosters (includes a service fee taken by Venmo/Paypal.) Please reach out to our treasurers at treasurer@mountainsidebands.org if you have any questions.
Hope to see you all Saturday!
Stephanie Marr
President, Mavericks Band Boosters
August 15, 2024: Red Robin Fundraiser 8/22
August 15, 2024: Red Robin Fundraiser 8/22
We're having a Red Robin Fundraiser- they give 20% of food sales back to our band community! All day, both Beaverton locations! Goal: we're hoping to get about 300 people to show up! Please take a screen shot of this flyer and share with friends and family.
https://redrobin.force4good.com/file/9cc7abbe-f00b-4ea0-9b35-7b29f3d7d16b/flyer/fundraiser-flyer.pdf
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
August 13, 2024: Volunteer Needs for THIS SATURDAY!
August 13, 2024: Volunteer Needs for THIS SATURDAY!
Hello Marching Band Families!
We just kicked off week 2 of Marching Band Camp, and the kids have been working really hard these past 8 days!
The Family Preview Night and BBQ/potluck will be held on Saturday, August 17th!!
HERE IS WHERE WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP:
POTLUCK: We need food! We only provide burgers, hotdogs & paper products. All side dishes and desserts are potluck style. Please sign up to bring a side or dessert with this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094FAAA92EA31-50579381-mountainside
UNIFORM SUPPORT :We need 8 volunteers beginning at 5:30pm on Saturday, August 17th. Volunteers will enjoy the potluck 5-5:30 then will help students get into uniform. After the performance, volunteers will return to the band room to help students get out of uniform and clean up. If you are able to help us with uniforms, please reply to this email to let us know you are interested.
Thank you for your support and looking forward to seeing you all this Saturday!
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Many thanks,
Marilyn & Holly
August 13, 2024: Pop-Up Canopy Fundraiser
August 13, 2024: Pop-Up Canopy Fundraiser
Hey Marching Band Families!
We are needing to purchase a few pop-up canopies to help protect our electrical equipment and our drum kit (new to our show this year!) from the elements that make our state so beautiful. If you've been around a bit, you understand why this is important (electrical mishaps galore!).
We are hoping to raise funds ($450) to purchase these canopies. A little bit from many adds up quickly! If you are able to donate or have family members who might like to help, I've added our QR codes for our Venmo and Paypal in the comments. You can also write a check to MBB. Please make note of "Canopy Fundraiser" when you donate!
As always, we appreciate our community so much! We are grateful for every bit of muscle, sweat and time that so many of you give to help our students have an amazing program.
NOTE: These will also come in handy for Winter Percussion!
August 11, 2024: Mid-Band Camp Information
August 11, 2024: Mid-Band Camp Information
Dear MHS Marching Band Students & Families,
I'm assuming a lot of your kids are sleeping in today and will be slowly crawling out of bed when they do get up. They worked VERY HARD this week! They learned a lot of visual and music technique as well as music, drill, choreography, and all the little things that come with marching band. We are happy with all the progress they have made and can't wait to get this show finally put together.
At this moment we have about a half of our opener learned and on the field. Our evening blocks (from 6-9) will be busy with getting more drill and music out there. As always, you are welcomed to join us in the stands and watch the progress of the show. It truly is a massive effort from the students to get the whole show on the field. It's fun to watch it progress as the season goes on.
Self-Care: As we move into another week, I'd like to remind all students (and parents to encourage your student) to take care of yourself before, during, and after rehearsal. Before rehearsal, eat a nutritious breakfast and drink some water/electrolytes. At the start of rehearsal, make sure to really take your time during the stretching to prevent any strain or injury. Finally, after rehearsal, go straight home, stretch, eat a small snack, tend to all personal hygiene needs (showers for sure), DRINK WATER, and SLEEP. If you already know you have some bumps and bruises from band or previous activities, make sure to support that with muscle rollers, braces, KT tape, or anything you need to keep yourself healthy. I want to make sure EVERYONE on the field stays safe and healthy throughout the season.
Dress Up Days: As it is tradition, the colorguard has come up with themed dress up days this week to create and connect our great band community. My hope is that you will participate in AT LEAST ONE dress up day throughout this week. But also, during full ensemble, we will still need you to be in white and black for your respective sections. I also emailed and encourage our staff to also participate in these days as it is pretty fun for everyone! So...here they are:
Monday - Mis-Match Monday feat. Crazy Socks (wear polka dots and stripes with your favorite pair of cat socks)
Tuesday - Twin Tuesday (wear the same or similar clothes with a friend or staff member)
Wednesdays We Wear Pink - this is in honor of Mean Girls cause on Wednesdays, we wear pink
Thursday - Dress like the staff and dress like the students (we encourage you to find a staff member and dress like they do - example: I personally wear a lot of horizontal stripes…I know I’ll be seeing a lot of that on Thursday)
Friday - Holiday Fun Friday (pick any holiday and sport the swag from that holiday
Saturday - Colors of the Rainbow (wear a solid color from the rainbow)
Mav Up Days (School Registration): I just wanted to remind everyone that the school has set aside a special time for marching band students and athletes to get ready for the school year. Our block of time is on Thursday, August 15th from 12-1pm. This is NOT grade dependent. Winds will be released from rehearsal at 12 and will start rehearsal again at 1:45. Percussion/Guard will be released from rehearsal at 12:30 and will start rehearsal at 2:15. That gives all students 45 mins for registration as well as an hour for lunch, an hour and 45 mins in total. Some students/parents have asked me if they can leave and come back. This is possible. You can do what you’d like to do with the hour, 45. If need be, I can open the theatre dressing rooms to allow students to change and get ready in an additional location that isn’t the main restrooms.
With that, comes a close to my very long Sunday email. Sorry it did come earlier, I took a mid-day nap. Rest up and see everyone tomorrow!
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa (he/him/his)
Secondary Science Teacher | STEM Physics, STEM Chemistry, & IB Chemistry
Auxiliary Director of Bands | Mountainside Band Program
Secretary | Northwest Association for Performing Arts (NWAPA)
August 05, 2024: How many band parents does it take...
August 05, 2024: How many band parents does it take...
Hello amazing band and guard families!
Our drum majors are going to need their platform ladders for rehearsals and they are DEEP in our marching storage. Are there any parents who are able to stick around for about 30 minutes at drop off tomorrow morning (Tuesday) to help pull them out? It will require pulling out some heavy bins, benches and other competition equipment to get to them...then putting it all back. Fun! The more, the merrier, as it makes the process so much faster.
We will meet immediately inside the doors our kids enter for band camp. If you could respond to this email to let me know if you are able to help, that would be great!
Thank you!
Stephanie Marr
President
August 04, 2024: MHS Band Camp Reminders (Slideshow Linked)
August 04, 2024: MHS Band Camp Reminders (Slideshow Linked)
Hi all,
Thank you to all that attended yesterday’s marching band and uniform fitting meeting! I hope you are all excited for a WONDERFUL season just like me and the staff.
A lot of you informed me that you wanted a brief reminder email about band camp and the structure of it. I’ll provide as much detail as possible without it being too long. (For those of you that are new, you’ll learn I don’t send emails often but when I do, they tend to be essays…sorry in advance)
Schedule:
Morning Block 10 - 1pm
Lunch 1 - 2pm
Afternoon Block 2 - 5pm
Dinner 5 - 6pm
Evening Block 6 - 9pm
Meals:
Please remember that we do not have refrigerators at the school, only microwaves. If you would like to drop off food to your student, they will most likely have to come out to grab it because the school doors tend to be locked, especially during dinner.
Please remember to pack your child a healthy, recovery-oriented meal. They’ll be working very hard every day so we want to make sure that they are ready for every block.
Clothing & Supplies:
Athletic shirt, shorts, socks, and shoes
Sunscreen & sun protection (hat, sunglasses, cooling towel, etc)
Large water bottle (students are EXPECTED to refill their water bottles before every block)
Binder with sheet protectors (for winds & percussion)
Pencils (for winds & percussion)
Phone charger (if needed)
Snacks (they will get some longer breaks, some students like to snack)
Here’s a link to the slide deck from yesterday if there’s anything you want to reference. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns, especially if they come up during band camp.
See you all tomorrow,
Blake Kuroiwa (he/him/his)
Secondary Science Teacher | STEM Physics, STEM Chemistry, & IB Chemistry
Auxiliary Director of Bands | Mountainside Band Program
Secretary | Northwest Association for Performing Arts (NWAPA)
August 03, 2024: Uniform Fitting Volunteers Needed - TODAY!!
August 03, 2024: Uniform Fitting Volunteers Needed - TODAY!!
Hi there Band and Guard families!
Just a few more hours until our Fall 2024 Marching Band Registration day kicks off!
We still need a handful of parents volunteers that can come and help fit the kids in their uniforms. We would love to have 5 more volunteers arriving between 8:30-8:45 for training, then you can attend the informational meeting at 9:00 and help with fittings after. I think we should be done around 12:30 (or earlier depending on how many kids we have).
If you are interested and are available between 8:30am - 12:30pm on Saturday, August 3rd, please Sign Up here! or simply reply to this email!
If you have any questions or have any issues with accessing the sign up link, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Many thanks,
Marilyn & Holly
August 02, 2024: Raise your hand if you know how to sew!!
August 02, 2024: Raise your hand if you know how to sew!!
Hello Marching & Guard families!
Hope you are all having a wonderful summer and surviving the heat!
We are in need of some sewing help and wanted to put a feeler out to our incredible community to see if there are any parents/grandparents/friends who know how to use a sewing machine and might be able to help sew some practice silks (flags) for our Guard kids.
In an effort to keep costs down, we are hoping we can use material that we have and there might be some individuals who could attend a tutorial and then work on the silks at home.
We need about 50-75 flags completed by early to mid September, so the more helpers the better!
If you are interested, please reach out to your volunteer coordinators by simply replying to this email!
Thank you so, so much!!
Marilyn & Holly
August 02, 2024: Marching Band August Registration & Season Info Meeting - 8/3 at 9am, MHS Auditorium
August 02, 2024: Marching Band August Registration & Season Info Meeting - 8/3 at 9am, MHS Auditorium
Hi all,
Just a reminder, we will host our Fall Marching Registration Meeting & Uniform Fitting TOMORROW, Saturday, August 3rd from 9 - 12pm in the MHS Auditorium.
This is mandatory for ALL Fall 2024 members. You will learn specific details about the season, band camp, as well as volunteer for critical positions to making marching band possible.
After the meeting, there will be uniform fittings.
Winds & Percussion: Please wear athletic clothing (no heavy shorts/pants), wear/bring socks for shoes. If you are a returning member, please make sure that your shoes fit. There will only be ONE shoe order.
Colorguard: You will need to meet with Katy before leaving the meeting to make sure that we are prepared for ordering on the first day of band camp.
See you all tomorrow!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
July 29, 2024: Important Fall Marching Band Information
July 29, 2024: Important Fall Marching Band Information
Hi all,
I’m sorry for all the emails about marching band to EVERYONE but I just don’t want to miss anyone who is registered or who MAY register to be a part of this once in a lifetime opportunity. Here are a few updates and reminders for anyone who’s interested or already signed up for marching band this fall:
PERCUSSION ONLY -
Percussion Camp (Wednesday, July 31 - Friday, August 2 from 10am - 5pm)
This camp is REQUIRED for all people planning on be a part of the percussion section (drumline/battery and front ensemble)
Needed Items: Binders w/ sheet protectors, Technique books (handed out at preview rehearsals in the spring), and HEARING PROTECTION (reusable or disposable ear plugs) as well as LUNCH and SNACKS.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Ben Strever at streverb546@gmail.com
Percussion Section Bonding (Thursday, Aug. 1 from 5 - 6:30pm)
The Percussion Section Leaders would like to host a gathering at the school after camp that day. The plan is to decorate cookies and cake pops. If you have any questions, please ask a percussion section leader on Wednesday.
ALL MEMBERS -
The WHOLE marching band season rehearsal schedule has been posted and updated on our calendar at www.mountainsidebands.org/calendar
In general, here is the plan: (all specifics can be found on the calendar)
Mondays - Colorguard Sectionals
Tuesdays - Full Ensemble Rehearsal
Wednesdays - Full Ensemble Rehearsals
Thursdays - Winds & Percussion Sectionals
Fridays - Football Games
Saturdays - Full Ensemble Rehearsal or Competition
There are a few deviations to this general layout such as Labor Day week and Back to School Night week so please check the calendar for specifics.
Fall Marching Registration Meeting & Uniform Fitting (Saturday, August 3rd from 9 - 12pm)
This is mandatory for ALL Fall 2024 members. You will learn specific details about the season, band camp, as well as volunteer for critical positions to making marching band possible.
After the meeting, there will be uniform fittings.
Winds & Percussion: Please wear athletic clothing (no heavy shorts/pants), wear/bring socks for shoes. If you are a returning member, please make sure that your shoes fit. There will only be ONE shoe order.
Colorguard: You will need to meet with Katy before leaving the meeting to make sure that we are prepared for ordering on the first day of band camp.
WINDS -
Music is posted in the Google Drive. Please check it out. We will have finalized versions for you printed and ready to go on the first day of band camp.
Solo auditions will happen on Day 1 or 2 of band camp so please be prepared.
If you made it to the bottom of this email you either 1) are registered for marching band and are excited! THANK YOU! Or 2) You are planning on doing marching band and ARE NOT registered OR 3) marching band is on your radar and you are kind of interested. Please feel free to ask me or Mr. Zander ANY questions if you are on the fence.
If you are option 2 (are planning on doing marching band but haven’t registered), here’s the information you’re looking for:
Fall 2024 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2024 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
See you all on Saturday,
Blake Kuroiwa
July 24, 2024: Uniform Fitting Volunteers Needed - Saturday August 3rd
July 24, 2024: Uniform Fitting Volunteers Needed - Saturday August 3rd
Hello Band & Guard Familites,
I hope you are having a wonderful summer! We are just a few short days before our Fall 2024 Marching Band Registration day, and we are looking for volunteers to help with uniform fittings on Saturday, August 3rd. We would love to have 10 volunteers arriving between 8:30-8:45 for training, then they can attend the informational meeting at 9:00 and help with fittings after. I think we should be done around 12:30 (or earlier depending on how many kids we have).
If you are interested and are available between 8:30am - 12:30pm on Saturday, August 3rd, please Sign Up here!
If you have any questions or have any issues with accessing the sign up link, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Many thanks,
Marilyn & Holly
July 24, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Band Registration Reminder
July 24, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Band Registration Reminder
Hi current and future MHS Band Members & Families,
I’m back from being out of the country and I’m back on it on marching band things.
Update:
Ben and I have edited the show and percussion parts are now being written.
Battery & Front Ensemble parts are completed for the opener and are posted (or will soon be) in the Student Google Drive.
Wind parts will be posted by the end of the week as well as solo sheets of potential solos.
An MP3 with whole show is posted.
Our sound designer is working on a pre-show as well as opener samples/patches.
Colorguard costumes are being worked on a final decisions are being made.
Front wall designs are in progress.
Right now we have a total of 78 members signed up. That’s 48 winds, 18 percussion, and 12 guard members. There are many vets at this moment that haven’t registered. Please make sure you are NOT one of those people. If you are wondering if you are registered or now, please send me an email.
2024 Band Camp Countdown: 1.5 WEEKS
If you are ready to commit, here is the paperwork and registration you will need complete:
Fall 2024 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2024 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
Please fill out these forms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so we can start detailed planning of our fall show. Numbers of the ensemble is very important as it determines our competitive classification, the shape/forms of drill on the field, costume/flag ordering, as well as how many props we can have, how they will move, and how we will stage them. With this, please make it a priority to determine if you will be in marching band or not at the earliest date possible.
If you are still on the fence or have any lingering questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or I (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director at any time. We want you to join marching band but understand that there may be some questions or concerns you may have.
In our years of doing this activity, we have found that marching band for many students leads to the greatest success and positive start to the school year in the band room and the classroom, especially for students newly entering the high school experience.
Don’t forget to follow us on social media (Facebook Group: Mountainside Band Boosters - Members, Parents, & Staff OR Instagram: @mountainsidebands)
Have a great summer and keep practicing!
Blake Kuroiwa
July 24, 2024: LAST CARWASH OF THE SUMMER! We need 15 more students & 4-5 more parents!
July 24, 2024: LAST CARWASH OF THE SUMMER! We need 15 more students & 4-5 more parents!
Hi Band and Guard families!
Hi Band and Guard families!
It is your friendly volunteer coordinators again! We have ONE MORE CAR WASH for the summer!
It is your friendly volunteer coordinators again! We have ONE MORE CAR WASH for the summer!
Again, this is our second largest fundraiser for the year, so we need ALL of the support!
Again, this is our second largest fundraiser for the year, so we need ALL of the support!
STUDENTS WE NEED 15 MORE OF YOU TO SIGN UP FOR THIS WEEKEND!
STUDENTS WE NEED 15 MORE OF YOU TO SIGN UP FOR THIS WEEKEND!
PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 27th PLEASE sign up using the link below.
PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 27th PLEASE sign up using the link below.
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO! WE NEED 4-5 MORE PARENTS!!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO! WE NEED 4-5 MORE PARENTS!!
If you have any questions, or have any trouble accessing any of the links, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Thank you and look forward to seeing you all there!
Marilyn & Holly
July 14, 2024: Reminder: Please complete your marching band registration!
July 14, 2024: Reminder: Please complete your marching band registration!
Hi current and future MHS Band Members & Families,
Blake is out of the country right now with the Metropolitan Youth Symphony, so I'm filling in!
If you are ready to commit to marching band, please complete the documents below. There are several veteran members who we believe are participating who have not yet completed forms. Please note that it is VERY helpful for us to have a clear picture of marching band enrollment as soon as possible.
Fall 2024 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2024 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
Our treasurers have been busy processing registrations and will start sending out invoices (via Quickbooks) this week. The email should contain instructions for paying online, so keep a look out!
Volunteering:
Parents, please make sure to fill out the NEW BSD volunteer application through Raptor. This is important as we will need all hands on deck as soon as marching band begins in August. We want to make sure that none of you are being held captive by the approval process.
2024 Band Camp Countdown: 3 WEEKS!!
If you are still on the fence or have any lingering questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or I (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director at any time. We want you to join marching band but understand that there may be some questions or concerns you may have.
In our years of doing this activity, we have found that marching band for many students leads to the greatest success and positive start to the school year in the band room and the classroom, especially for students newly entering the high school experience.
Don’t forget to follow us on social media (Facebook Group: Mountainside Band Boosters - Members, Parents, & Staff OR Instagram: @mountainsidebands)
Have a great summer and keep practicing!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
July 09, 2024: Need PARENTS & STUDENTS this SAT!!
July 09, 2024: Need PARENTS & STUDENTS this SAT!!
Hi Band and Guard families!
Hi Band and Guard families!
We still need parents AND students for this Saturdays car wash! Please sign up below!! FYI - the more students that sign up, the more often you can trade out and have some shade time!!
We still need parents AND students for this Saturdays car wash! Please sign up below!! FYI - the more students that sign up, the more often you can trade out and have some shade time!!
STUDENTS WE NEED YOU!
STUDENTS WE NEED YOU!
We had about 25-30 students at each of the car wash events in June, which is GREAT, but we really do need at least 40-45 students. PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 13th PLEASE sign up using the link below.
We had about 25-30 students at each of the car wash events in June, which is GREAT, but we really do need at least 40-45 students. PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 13th PLEASE sign up using the link below.
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO!
If you have any questions, or have any trouble accessing any of the links, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Thank you and look forward to seeing you all there!
Marilyn & Holly
July 09, 2024: Cant sign up in Better Impact?
July 09, 2024: Cant sign up in Better Impact?
Hi Band and Guard families!
Hi Band and Guard families!
So it looks like we are in a transition stage between volunteer platforms. Please Email volunteer2@mountainsidebands.org if you'd like to volunteer but no longer have access to Better Impact volunteer opportunities! For this Saturday (7/13)
So it looks like we are in a transition stage between volunteer platforms. Please Email volunteer2@mountainsidebands.org if you'd like to volunteer but no longer have access to Better Impact volunteer opportunities! For this Saturday (7/13)
9:15 - 10am. Need 4 adults to help with set up
10am-4pm: Need 3 more adults to help during car wash
4-4:30pm: Need 2 more adults to help with breakdown/clean up
For Saturday the 27th
For Saturday the 27th
9:15 - 10am. Need 4 adults to help with set up
10am-4pm: Need 4 adults to help with car wash activities
4-4:30pm: Need 4 adults to help with breakdown/clean up
Thank you and look forward to seeing you all there!
Marilyn & Holly
July 08, 2024: Who is ready for another CAR WASH?!?!?
July 08, 2024: Who is ready for another CAR WASH?!?!?
Hi Band and Guard families! Hope everyone had a safe and happy 4th!
Hi Band and Guard families! Hope everyone had a safe and happy 4th!
Guess what?! We are just a few days away from our next car wash on July 13th!
Guess what?! We are just a few days away from our next car wash on July 13th!
STUDENTS WE NEED YOU!
STUDENTS WE NEED YOU!
We had about 25-30 students at each of the car wash events in June, which is GREAT, but we really do need at least 40-45 students. PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 13th PLEASE sign up using the link below.
We had about 25-30 students at each of the car wash events in June, which is GREAT, but we really do need at least 40-45 students. PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 13th PLEASE sign up using the link below.
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO!
If you have any questions, or have any trouble accessing any of the links, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Thank you and look forward to seeing you all there!
Marilyn & Holly
July 02, 2024: Ongoing Fundraising for Mavericks Band Boosters!
July 02, 2024: Ongoing Fundraising for Mavericks Band Boosters!
Hello Mavericks Band families! I hope everyone is having a great summer so far! I thought it might be helpful to provide a consolidated quick fundraising reference for all of you fellow band boosters in case you may not be already aware.
We have five ongoing fund drive activities that are easy to participate in so please spread the word to family and friends!
Sponsorships
We provide five sponsorship levels, each of them reaching community members in different ways including advertisements in our digital pgrams, banners displayed on the football field, and printed logos on marching band shirts and sweatshirts. There is still time for businesses to be included on this fall's banners and shirts so spread the word to friends and employers. Bonus, donations are tax deductible!
For more information check out our website https://www.mountainsidebands.org/support-and-donate/mbbsponsorships or email me, Melanie Merriss, at fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
RaiseRight
By using gift cards to pay for everyday (and not-so-everyday) expenses, you can earn over $1,000 each year for MBB!
Select from 750+ popular brands, with options for eGift cards (available immediately), physical gift cards, and reloadable gift cards. No extra money spent. No wasted value!
https://www.raiseright.com/enroll?enrollCode=ADDL1F431L3451
One easy way to do this is buy gift cards for businesses you regularly use. I was surprised how many businesses are listed- Safeway, Amazon, Starbucks, Old Navy, Red Robin just to name a few!
Fred Meyer Community Rewards
Link your Fred Meyer card to "Mavericks Band Boosters" and Fred Meyer will donate a percentage of linked spending to the boosters.
https://www.fredmeyer.com/i/community/community-rewards
Bottle Drop
We have a bottle drop program- if you have blue bags already with our stickers, you're set! If you don't have blue bags, but have a personal bottle drop account, you can transfer those funds to Mavericks Band Boosters with a quick search here https://bottledrop.com/donate-nonprofits/
For more information about our program email bottledrop@mountainsidebands.org
Matching Gifts
Many companies offer donation matching gift programs that double or even triple your donation.
Find more information at our website https://www.mountainsidebands.org/support-and-donate.
Happy Summer!
Melanie Merriss
Director of Fundraising
fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
King City Dental
Souper Natural
Tigard Elmer’s Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Apell Accounting and Tax Group
June 30, 2024: Car Wash Update + Upcoming July Dates!
June 30, 2024: Car Wash Update + Upcoming July Dates!
Hi Band and Guard families!
Hi Band and Guard families!
Thank you to all who showed up to help support our June Car Washes!!!
Thank you to all who showed up to help support our June Car Washes!!!
They were a huge success and we could not have done it without this incredible team of students and volunteers!
They were a huge success and we could not have done it without this incredible team of students and volunteers!
If you missed out on the car wash fun, DO NOT FRET! THERE ARE TWO MORE CAR WASHES IN JULY!
If you missed out on the car wash fun, DO NOT FRET! THERE ARE TWO MORE CAR WASHES IN JULY!
It is never too early to sign up, so why not just do it now?!
It is never too early to sign up, so why not just do it now?!
STUDENTS WE NEED YOU!
STUDENTS WE NEED YOU!
We had about 25-30 students at each of the car wash events in June, which is GREAT, but we really do need at least 40-45 students. PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 13th and/or Saturday, July 27th, PLEASE sign up using the link below.
We had about 25-30 students at each of the car wash events in June, which is GREAT, but we really do need at least 40-45 students. PLEASE if you can spare a few hours on Saturday July 13th and/or Saturday, July 27th, PLEASE sign up using the link below.
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO!
PARENTS WE NEED YOU TOO!
Please use the links below to sign up for the remaining car washes for the summer!
Please use the links below to sign up for the remaining car washes for the summer!
If you have any questions, or have any trouble accessing any of the links, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Thank you for all of your help in supporting these incredibly talented kiddos!
Marilyn & Holly
June 24, 2024: Car Wash This weekend!!
June 24, 2024: Car Wash This weekend!!
Hi Band & Guard Fams!
We are 5 days away from our second car wash of the season and we need your help!
We are 5 days away from our second car wash of the season and we need your help!
We need a lot of students and a handful of parents to make our car washes successful. For those who have never participated in our car washes before, we move in shifts during the day...washing, drying, holding signs and playing instruments/flag spinning to pull people in. It's fun! Donuts, pizza and drinks provided!
STUDENTS:
Sign up at: Car Wash Sign Up - STUDENT
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
STUDENTS: Please remember to bring water, sunscreen AND YOUR INSTRUMENT!
PARENTS: SIGN UP LINKS
>> JUNE 29th CAR WASH<<
If you have any questions, or have any trouble accessing any of the links, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Many thanks!
Holly & Marilyn
**PARENTS - make sure you have started the process of signing up on the new volunteer system!! Start Here!!**
June 21, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Band Registration Reminder
June 21, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Band Registration Reminder
Hi current and future MHS Band Members & Families,
Happy Summer! I hope many of you are taking advantage of the great weather recently. Looks like tomorrow will be a great day for our FIRST summer car wash!
Update:
We have our annual car washes coming up! The first few are on June 22nd & 29th at the Rite Aid on the corner of SW Allen & Murray. Look for the email to volunteer or attend those!
The first edits of the wind book have been made and later today we’ll have a full design meeting to fully visualize the show.
The uniform and instrument closets have been organized EXPERTLY!! Thank you to the parents and students who made it a reality. Please know (students) that there will be refined procedures on how to keep it this organized throughout the year!
2024 Band Camp Countdown: 6 WEEKS
If you are ready to commit, here is the paperwork and registration you will need complete:
Fall 2024 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2024 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
Please fill out these forms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so we can start detailed planning of our fall show. Numbers of the ensemble is very important as it determines our competitive classification, the shape/forms of drill on the field, costume/flag ordering, as well as how many props we can have, how they will move, and how we will stage them. With this, please make it a priority to determine if you will be in marching band or not at the earliest date possible.
For those who may not be familiar with modern marching band, here is a video from Mountainside's performance at the 2023 NW Championships, On the Surface. This performance earned the Mountainside Marching Band a 6th place finish in the Northwest (within 0.20 of 4th place)!
If you are still on the fence or have any lingering questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or I (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director at any time. We want you to join marching band but understand that there may be some questions or concerns you may have.
In our years of doing this activity, we have found that marching band for many students leads to the greatest success and positive start to the school year in the band room and the classroom, especially for students newly entering the high school experience.
Don’t forget to follow us on social media (Facebook Group: Mountainside Band Boosters - Members, Parents, & Staff OR Instagram: @mountainsidebands)
Have a great summer and keep practicing!
Blake Kuroiwa
June 18, 2024: CAR WASH THIS WEEKEND! WE NEED YOU!
June 18, 2024: CAR WASH THIS WEEKEND! WE NEED YOU!
Happy first week of summer band and guard families!
We are 4 days away from our first car wash of the season and we need your help!
We are 4 days away from our first car wash of the season and we need your help!
We need a lot of students and a handful of parents to make our car washes successful. For those who have never participated in our car washes before, we move in shifts during the day...washing, drying, holding signs and playing instruments/flag spinning to pull people in. It's fun! Donuts, pizza and drinks provided!
STUDENTS:
Sign up at: Car Wash Sign Up - STUDENT
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
STUDENTS: Please remember to bring water, sunscreen AND YOUR INSTRUMENT!
PARENTS: SIGN UP LINKS
>> JUNE 22nd CAR WASH<<
If you have any questions, or have any trouble accessing any of the links, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Many thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
June 13, 2024: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
June 13, 2024: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
MBB Board Meeting - TONIGHT, Thursday, June 13th @ 7:00pm in the Community Room at MHS (across from the Band room).
Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
June 12, 2024: Mighty Band & Guard Volunteers!! URGENT ASK!!
June 12, 2024: Mighty Band & Guard Volunteers!! URGENT ASK!!
Hello Fabulous Band & Guard Families!!
You may or may not have seen the email sent from BSD today, regarding the new volunteer system that will be rolled out in August. We will attach the email at the bottom of this so that you may read it if you haven't seen it.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO? The increased security measures means that we need YOU to apply to be a volunteer in the new system (Raptor). As a band parent - WE NEED YOU TO DO THIS ASAP!! It is going to take the district a bit to get through all of the applications and we're going to be needing volunteers when the hammer falls in August (in the meantime we'll still use better impact for summer activities).
ALL VOLUNTEERS (INCLUDING US!) will need to reapply and get background checked. Please do not delay!! This could seriously imact our program and our fall fundraising efforts if people do not get this process started now.
Start the process here!! If you have any questions, please reach out!
Kind Regards,
Holly & Marilyn
MBB Volunteer Coordinators
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District Email
June 12, 2024
Dear BSD Community,
In the Beaverton School District, our top priority is the safety and well-being of our students and staff. To improve that safety, we’re adopting a new visitor and volunteer management system called Raptor Technologies. Along with the new system, we’ll be updating some of our related policies.
For Volunteers
We’ll no longer be using the MyImpact platform. To continue volunteering in BSD, all volunteers must reapply through Raptor and consent to an Oregon criminal records check. Please do this as soon as possible. We need the entire summer to process thousands of applications and background checks. If you wait to reapply, we may not have enough time to clear your application by the start of school — meaning you will not be able to volunteer right away and your school may not have enough volunteers for back-to-school activities. Again, please prioritize submitting your application today.
Also, to provide the safest possible environment for our students, we’ll be requiring all volunteers to go through this process, including the criminal records check, every two years. Once in the Raptor system, you’ll receive an email notification when it’s time to resubmit.
Finally, we’re now requiring that all volunteers, regardless of their frequency of volunteering, apply through the Raptor system, including one-time guest speakers, career day participants, science fair judges and volunteers for activities like art lit, class parties, field days, fun runs, OBOB competitions and more. Any volunteer who has direct or indirect contact with our students will need to be cleared through Raptor.
For Visitors
Every person who visits our schools and district facilities will need to provide an ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, consulate card) which will be used to conduct an on-the-spot check of the Sex Offender Registry. After clearing the check, you’ll be presented with an ID badge with your name and destination. You’ll also be required to sign out in the main office when you depart.
We hope that you understand and appreciate the need for these increased security measures. This new system will go into effect in late August, but again, we need volunteers to reapply now to ensure a smooth transition.
Thank you for your cooperation.
June 9, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Registration Information
June 9, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Registration Information
Hi current and future MHS Band Members & Families,
Thank you for attending our Spring Registration day and it was great to see SO MANY people there! We are so excited for our next fall season and we hope that you will all join us! If you missed yesterday’s meeting, here’s the link to the slides from the presentation.
This is the first of MANY emails you will receive about registering for marching band. These emails will include: a countdown to marching band camp, any updates we have on the show, and any interesting information you might want.
So here we go!
Updates:
We have our annual car washes coming up! The first few are on June 22nd & 29th at the Rite Aid on the corner of SW Allen & Murray. Look out for email to volunteer or attend those!
Ben, Max, and I have a meeting to go through the wind book and make a few changes. After this, we’ll have a full design meeting to finalize the show and make our ideas a reality pulling in the props and graphics team. (Thanks Eva & Vivian!) The show title is always the hardest and the last thing we decide so…hold on tight for that one.
2024 Band Camp Countdown: 8 WEEKS
If you are ready to commit, here is the paperwork and registration you will need complete:
Fall 2024 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2024 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
Please fill out these forms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so we can start detailed planning of our fall show. Numbers of the ensemble is very important as it determines our competitive classification, the shape/forms of drill on the field, costume/flag ordering, as well as how many props we can have, how they will move, and how we will stage them. With this, please make it a priority to determine if you will be in marching band or not at the earliest date possible.
For those who may not be familiar with modern marching band, here is a video from Mountainside's performance at the 2023 NW Championships, On the Surface. This performance earned the Mountainside Marching Band a 6th place finish in the Northwest (within 0.20 of 4th place)!
If you are still on the fence or have any lingering questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or I (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director at any time. We want you to join marching band but understand that there may be some questions or concerns you may have.
In our years of doing this activity, we have found that marching band for many students leads to the greatest success and positive start to the school year in the band room and the classroom, especially for students newly entering the high school experience.
Don’t forget to follow us on social media (Facebook Group: Mountainside Band Boosters - Members, Parents, & Staff OR Instagram: @mountainsidebands)
Have a great summer and keep practicing!
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
June 8, 2024: CAR WASH SEASON IS COMING!!!
June 8, 2024: CAR WASH SEASON IS COMING!!!
Hey Band & Guard Students and Parents!
Our Summer Car Washes are fast approaching. We need a lot of students and a handful of parents to make our car washes successful. For those who have never participated in our car washes before, we move in shifts during the day...washing, drying, holding signs and playing instruments/flag spinning to pull people in. It's fun! Donuts, pizza and drinks provided!
*Additionally, we need a Car Wash Coordinator for our June dates! If you are interested, please contact volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
STUDENTS:
Sign up at: Car Wash Sign Up - STUDENT
All car wash dates can be found using the link above - there are three shifts on each date that students can sign up for!
PARENTS: SIGN UP LINKS
Students who are interested in being Car Wash Leads and earning points towards your varsity letter, sign up here: Student Leadership Application.
If you have any questions, or have any trouble accessing any of the links, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Many thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
June 8, 2024: GET INVOLVED! HELP THE BAND!
June 8, 2024: GET INVOLVED! HELP THE BAND!
Hello there Marching and Guard Families!
It was so wonderful to see so many new faces at the Spring Marching Band Registration this morning!!
As promised, we wanted to provide an overview of all of the volunteer opportunities coming up this season.
How to become a volunteer??
Parents that have not volunteered before… BSD requires that all volunteers complete an application and background check process in order to help at our events. The application page is: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/communications-community-involvement/volunteer
If you are already an approved BSD volunteer and need to have Mountainside added to your profile… please email: update_volunteer_locations@beaverton.k12.or.us (Note the underscores between words.)
If you are considering registering as a volunteer, please register as soon as possible - it can take a bit to get the applications through the system.
Attached you will find a more detailed description of each of the volunteer opportunities we went over today, so you can get a sense of what you would be signing up for.
Also, as mentioned this morning during our presentation, we have a couple of additional needs for this upcoming year that are highlighted below:
Food Crew Co-Lead: Teenagers get hungry! Be part of the team that coordinates food for all band events where food will be provided. Our current Food Crew Lead, Jodi Rathbun will need someone to take over as lead next year, so it would be a great time to learn from the best! If you are interested in being a co-lead for this year please contact Jodi Rathbun at jrathbun12@comcast.net.
Uniform team Co-Lead : Help keep our students looking sharp in their uniforms all season long! This team ensures ensemble members are properly fitted for their uniforms, addresses any uniform-related issues that may arise during the season, and attends all marching band events where students will be in uniform (preview performance, band picture day, FB games, competitions, etc). If you are interested in being a co-lead for this year please contact us at volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Car Wash Coordinator (June only): Our Summer Car Washes are fast approaching, and we need someone to help coordinate the car washes for June 22nd and June 29th. For those who have never participated in our car washes before, we move in shifts during the day...washing, drying, holding signs and playing instruments/flag spinning to pull people in. It's fun - but we need someone to coordinate the team that makes this all happen! If you are interested and available for these June dates, please reach out to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
Sponsorship and Donations Coordinator: Our sponsorship and donations coordinator works with our incredible team of current sponsors, but also works to build long-term fundraising relationships with sponsors, potential sponsors, corporate partners, and supporters, through community outreach. If you are interested in becoming our sponsorship and donations coordinator, please reach out to Melanie Merriss at fundraising2@mountainsidebands.org
Band Day Coordinator: We need someone to help organize our student musicians and our incredible parent volunteers into small groups and assign them to various neighborhoods within the MHS boundary. Band days are our biggest fundraisers of the year and are a lot of fun! If you are interested in becoming the band day coordinator, please reach out to Marilyn Doyle: volunteer2@mountainsidebands.org.
Bottle Drop Coordinator: We need someone to help distribute blue collection bags for redeemable cans and bottles. This person will also help facilitate specified bottle and can drop days, where they will collect filled blue bags and take them in for redemption. If you are interested, please contact volunteer@mountainsidebands.org
Chaperone Coordinator: Being a chaperone means you get to hang out with our amazing students at all of their events. Chaperones will ride the buses to competitions, be available to assist with needs or emergencies, demonstrate competition etiquette, and ensure student safety. We need someone who can coordinate all of the Chaperone needs and sign-ups throughout the year. If this is you, please contact volunteer@mountainsidebands.org
We could not do any of this without our incredible community of volunteers!! Thank you for considering being a volunteer for the 2024-2025 season!
Marilyn & Holly
Your Volunteer Coordinators
Mountainside Band & Guard Volunteer Opportunities 2024.pdfJune 7, 2024: MHS Spring Marching Band Registration
June 7, 2024: MHS Spring Marching Band Registration
Hi all,
Just a reminder that TOMORROW (Saturday, June 8th), we will be having our Spring Marching Band Registration meeting in the LEADERSHIP ROOM (signs will be posted) with finanical needs and permission form collections in the BAND ROOM. This is a change of location due to the set up of a BSD high school graduation occuring in our auditorium.
It is highly encouraged for you to come to this meeting if you are:
Planning on participating in marching band this fall season
Interested in participating in marching band
Questioning in participating in marching band
We will be giving the overview of the marching band season, revealing the show concept, as well as going over the registration process and associated fees.
If you have any questions, please email me (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us) or Jeremy Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us)
See you tomorrow,
Blake Kuroiwa
May 30, 2024: Red Robin Fundraiser today, Thursday May 30th!!
May 30, 2024: Red Robin Fundraiser today, Thursday May 30th!!
TODAY, Thursday, May 30th, PLEASE EAT at either Red Robin location in Beaverton to support the Band!
The Band Boosters will earn 20% of your total bill!
Just remember to mention that you are there supporting the Mavericks Band Boosters, or show them the attached flier.
Also I hope everyone who went had a blast at Disney... now go eat some BURGERS!!
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
Appel Accounting & Tax Group
King City Dental
Souper Natural
Tigard Elmer’s Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Learn More!
May 30, 2024: Instrument Return & Summer Instrument Check-Out
May 30, 2024: Instrument Return & Summer Instrument Check-Out
Dear MHS Band Families,
If you are using a school-owned instrument during the school year, you may either return it in the next week or so OR you may request to keep the instrument checked out over the summer if you are continuing in band next year. Read on for details:
If you are returning the instrument:
Concert Band members will return school-owned instruments during class next week. Please be sure to bring the instrument to the school on Monday's class!
Members of Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble will need to use the instruments during the graduation performance next Thursday evening and will turn the instrument in immediately following the graduation performance! Details will be relayed to students in class
If you would like to use the instrument over the summer:
Please complete this Summer Instrument Checkout Google Form
Note that Mountainside HS does not charge a rental fee for the use of school-owned instruments.
However, because our repair budget is limited (especially last year and this coming year), we ask that families who use MHS instruments agree that all repairs and maintenance are the responsibility of that family while the instrument is checked out.
Further, we ask that families who check out an instrument for the summer arrange and pay for the summer maintenance/service at an approved repair shop before returning to school in August. The cost of the service depends on the wear & tear experienced by the instrument, the size of the instrument and several other factors, but can range from $20-200. In rare cases, the cost may exceed this amount, in which case I ask you to communicate with me. Please retain all records/receipts for the repair/maintenance this is done so that I can provide the school district with a report of instrument maintenance that was completed.
IMPORTANT: If your family finds that they are unable, for whatever reason, to pay for this summer maintenance cost, please know that I will still check out instruments to students and will cover the cost of the repairs. I appreciate anything your family can provide to offset the cost of repairs and maintenance, but also am firmly committed to keeping band accessible to any student who wishes to participate!
When your summer maintenance/service has been completed, please fill out this Summer Maintenance Report Google Form
If you have any questions about this process, do not hesitate to reach out!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
May 29, 2024: Reminder: MHS Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
May 29, 2024: Reminder: MHS Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
The Mountainside Marching Ensemble will be hosting preview rehearsals to all interested current and future marching band members including wind players, percussionist, and colorguard members in June. No experience is necessary to join but if you are planning on participating in our Fall marching band, these are highly encouraged. Please fill out this Google Form to participate.
Monday, June 3rd 4:30-7:30pm
Wednesday, June 5th 4:30-7:30pm
Friday, June 7th 4:30-7:30pm
We will also host our Spring Registration for Marching Band members on Saturday, June 8th at 9am. More information on this can be found on our website, www.mountainsidebands.org
If you have any questions about the marching band, contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or Mr. Kuroiwa (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director.
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
May 16, 2024: 2024/25 Mountainside Band Coordinator Positions Available!
May 16, 2024: 2024/25 Mountainside Band Coordinator Positions Available!
Hello Band and Guard Families!
As our band season is wrapping up, planning is already under way for next season! We wanted to let you know about some Board positions that are available for the 2024 - 2025 year. If any of you are interested in learning more about positions that are available, please take a look at the description below. If you have any questions about any of these positions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Board Position
Director of Music Advocacy: BFoM (Beaverton Friends of Music)
Have you ever wondered how decisions are made that affect students in the Beaverton School District? Beaverton Friends of Music (BFoM) is seeking new parents who want to learn about how to build positive, long term relationships with the administration and school board members. Attend BFoM's monthly (virtual) meetings and learn more about how you might also be able to positively affect the future of arts education in our district in the years to come. We currently have a parent in this position who could begin the training process for a smooth transition to next year.
Coordinator Positions
Bottle-Drop Coordinator 2024-2025
This person would be our point of contact with the Bottle Drop organization and would be responsible for keeping our blue bag supply at the school filled, providing blue bags to families as needed, collecting blue bags from the band room, occasionally making bag drops, and coordinating two matching events per year. We currently have a parent in this position who could begin the training process for a smooth transition to next year.
Car Wash Coordinators 2024-2025
Ideally, this is a team of 2 people who prep and run our car washes in the summer and act as liaison to our car wash location (Rite Aid on Allen/Murray) . This team would house our car wash equipment (hoses, buckets, traffic cones, sponges, etc) and purchase any necessary equipment/supplies (to be reimbursed) for the duration of the car washes. On the day of car washes, this team is responsible for set-up, assisting students in how to properly wash and dry cars, and tear-down. Our car wash coordinators from the last two years will be available to answer questions and assist in helping our new coordinators make our car washes a huge success!
2024 Car Wash Dates:
June 22
June 29
July 13
July 27
These positions are integral to the sustainability of our band programs! If any of these sound interesting to you, please let us know and please come and join us!
Many thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
May 16, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
May 16, 2024: MHS Fall Marching Band Preview Rehearsals
Hi all,
The Mountainside Marching Ensemble will be hosting preview rehearsals to all interested current and future marching band members including wind players, percussionist, and colorguard members in June. No experience is necessary to join but if you are planning on participating in our Fall marching band, these are highly encouraged. Please fill out this Google Form to participate.
Monday, June 3rd 4:30-7:30pm
Wednesday, June 5th 4:30-7:30pm
Friday, June 7th 4:30-7:30pm
We will also host our Spring Registration for Marching Band members on Saturday, June 8th at 9am. More information on this can be found on our website, www.mountainsidebands.org
If you have any questions about the marching band, contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or Mr. Kuroiwa (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director.
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
Apr 29, 2024: FINAL Reminder: MHS Band Section Leader & Drum Major Applications
Apr 29, 2024: FINAL Reminder: MHS Band Section Leader & Drum Major Applications
Dear MHS Band Students,
Applications for student leadership positions in our band program are now available! The positions you may apply for are as follows:
Drum Major (marching band)
Section Leader - marching band
This section leader application is ONLY FOR MARCHING BAND. Symphonic and Wind Ensemble section leader applications will be later in the school year. Section Leaders will be selected on the basis of this application along with our knowledge of your work ethic and demonstrated skills as a musician/marcher/teacher/leader.
Drum Major finalists will be selected on the same basis. These finalists will have an audition that will include some conducting, answering interview questions from your peers and a demonstration of your rehearsal skills. Current drum major(s) do not need to complete an application.
To apply, click the following links and complete the Google Form submission:
Applications are due by Wednesday, May 1st at 11:59pm. Please let Mr. Zander or I know if you have any questions!
Sincerely,
Blake Kuroiwa
Apr 29, 2024: 2024-2025 Board/Coordinator Positions Available
Apr 29, 2024: 2024-2025 Board/Coordinator Positions Available
Hello Band and Guard Families!
Hope you all had a wonderful weekend and your week is off to a great start.
We wanted to let you know about some Board positions that are available for the 2024 - 2025 year. If any of you are interested in learning more about positions that are available, please take a look at the description below. If you have any questions about any of these positions, please do not hestiate to reach out.
Board Position
Director of Music Advocacy: BFoM (Beaverton Friends of Music)
Have you ever wondered how decisions are made that affect students in the Beaverton School District? Beaverton Friends of Music (BFoM) is seeking new parents who want to learn about how to build positive, long term relationships with the administration and school board members. Attend BFoM's monthly (virtual) meetings and learn more about how you might also be able to positively affect the future of arts education in our district in the years to come. We currently have a parent in this position who could begin the training process for a smooth transition to next year.
Coordinator Positions
Bottle-Drop Coordinator 2024-2025
This person would be our point of contact with the Bottle Drop organization and would be responsible for keeping our blue bag supply at the school filled, providing blue bags to families as needed, collecting blue bags from the band room, occasionally making bag drops, and coordinating two matching events per year. We currently have a parent in this position who could begin the training process for a smooth transition to next year.
Car Wash Coordinators 2024-2025
Ideally, this is a team of 2 people who prep and run our car washes in the summer and act as liaison to our car wash location (Rite Aid on Allen/Murray) . This team would house our car wash equipment (hoses, buckets, traffic cones, sponges, etc) and purchase any necessary equipment/supplies (to be reimbursed) for the duration of the car washes. On the day of car washes, this team is responsible for set-up, assisting students in how to properly wash and dry cars, and tear-down. Our car wash coordinators from the last two years will be available to answer questions and assist in helping our new coordinators make our car washes a huge success!
2024 Car Wash Dates:
June 22
June 29
July 13
July 27
If any of these sound interesting to you, please let us know and please come and join us!
Many thanks!
Marilyn & Holly
Apr 16, 2024: Band Day Reminders & Itinerary
Apr 16, 2024: Band Day Reminders & Itinerary
Dear MHS Band Parens & Students,
In case you've forgotten, Band Day is this Saturday!
As a reminder, please complete in your BSD Form C and submit it using this Google Form if you have not already done so. We do need a new Form C even if you have completed one for previous trips. Remember that passengers need only complete the first page; the second page is required for our volunteer drivers.
The itinerary for the day has also been attached to this email.
Lastly, as I'm sure you've seen from our volunteer coordinators, we are still in need of more drivers for the event! SIGN UP HERE! Don't wait!
Thank you!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Form C - Private Auto Driver_Passenger Release and Parent Permission - Spring Band Day 2024.pdfApr 16, 2024: Date Correction - Uniform Fitting
Apr 16, 2024: Date Correction - Uniform Fitting
Oops - my apologies! I was off a week on our uniform fitting dates! Please see below!
We can use 7 people to assist with fitting our marching ensemble so we're set for the Disneyland trip! We will be fitting the marchers on:
- Monday 4/22
- Wednesday 4/24
Both days will be from 2:45-4:45. We'd like the fitters to arrive by 2:15 to be trained by Kim on how to properly fit the students and re-rack the uniforms. Many students will not need uniform adjustments but some will, and we will have some who didn't march this season. Chaperones for the trip need to attend one of the sessions so they can help for the parade.
You can sign up here!
Thanks as always!
Holly & Marilyn
Apr 15, 2024: PARENTS - WE NEED YOU! 15 MORE DRIVERS NEEDED!
Apr 15, 2024: PARENTS - WE NEED YOU! 15 MORE DRIVERS NEEDED!
Hello Band Families!
Guess who?? It is your friendly volunteer coordinators again!
We got a handful of additional drivers that signed up over the weekend - THANK YOU to those who have signed up - you have no idea how much we appreciate you!
We also learned over the weekend that we have more students than originally thought, so we have 140 kiddos that will need transport on Saturday, April 20th!!! SIGN UP HERE!!
As of this morning, we have 25 drivers signed up so we need 15 MORE DRIVERS!! SIGN UP HERE!!
If you’re available on April 20th, from 9-4, please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
What does Band Day look like?
Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-40 drivers to help us shuttle 100+ students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. (Drivers are always teamed up with at least one other parent/car so it's not just you with the students.) Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen! Pizza lunch provided!!
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
Apr 15, 2024: Bottle Drop Bag Drop Off During Band Day!!!!
Apr 15, 2024: Bottle Drop Bag Drop Off During Band Day!!!!
Hello Mountainside Band, Guard, Family and Friends!
We will be collecting completely filled Bottle Drop bags during Spring Band Day this Saturday, April 20th!!
You can drop them off near the Band door entrance when you come to drop off/pick up your student or arrive as a volunteer driver.
We earn an extra 20% on all blue bags we turn in from April 22nd to May 4th! If you are unable to make this drop off please save up your completely filled bags and turn them in during the bonus days or drop them off at one of our next scheduled Blue Bag Pickup dates at the school.
This is a really easy way to help out the band and the extra 20% really adds up.
Also if you have regular bottle drop earnings that you have been saving up in your personal account you can donate those as well.
We will get the extra 20% as long as make your donation anytime during April 22nd to May 4th.
Here is the link for that: https://bottledrop.com/fundraiser/mavericks-band-boosters/
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
King City Dental
Souper Natural
Tigard Elmer’s Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
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Apr 13, 2024: SPRING BAND DAY IS 7 DAYS AWAY!!! - 16 MORE DRIVERS NEEDED
Apr 13, 2024: SPRING BAND DAY IS 7 DAYS AWAY!!! - 16 MORE DRIVERS NEEDED
Hello Band Families!
Spring Band Day is upon us!! It is on Saturday, April 20th which is NEXT SATURDAY! Band Days are our biggest fundraisers of the year and are not only fun, but help us raise a lot of money to afford awesome opportunities for our band program like; instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians, transportation and more. SIGN UP HERE!!
What does Band Day look like?
Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-30 drivers to help us shuttle 100+ students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. (Drivers are always teamed up with at least one other parent/car so it's not just you with the students.) Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen! Pizza lunch provided!! SIGN UP HERE!!
As of today, we need 16 more drivers! If you’re available on April 20th, from 9-4, please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!) SIGN UP HERE!!
What are you waiting for? SIGN UP HERE!!
Oh yeah and SIGN UP HERE!!
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
Apr 08, 2024: Less than 2 week's till BAND DAY!
Apr 08, 2024: Less than 2 week's till BAND DAY!
Hello All Bamd & Guard Fams!
Spring Band Day is here!! It is on Saturday, April 20th which is now less than 2 weeks away! Band Days are our biggest fund raisers of the year and are not only fun, but help us raise a lot of money to fund awesome opportunities for our band/guard program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians, transportation and more.
What does Band Day look like? Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-30 drivers to help us shuttle 95 students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen!
So far 7 people (of 30) drivers have signed up Band day supports the entire program and it would be great to see everyones support in participation!
We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available on April 20th, from 9-4, please sign up TODAY! (Fact: Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
Please reach out if you need assistance or have questions! We'll be following up as you sign up to get forms filled out and to see how many students you can drive.
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
Apr 04, 2024: Spring Band Day 2024
Apr 04, 2024: Spring Band Day 2024
Dear MHS Band Parens & Students,
By now, you have seen the emails from our amazing volunteer coordinators requesting volunteer drivers for Spring Band Day. This email will shed the light on what, exactly, band day is all about:
For those who aren't familiar with it, Band Day is our biggest fundraiser of the year and is the only one that truly involves the entire band and color guard program. On Band Day, we bring groups of 10-12 musicians to several neighborhoods in the MHS area. These student groups play a few songs and go door-to-door to raise funds for the band program. Our community has been very supportive of this fundraising approach, and we hear frequently that people much prefer supporting us financially in this way rather than by purchasing items (e.g. candles, magazines or band candy) because they know that every penny will support the band.
This year's Band Day will be on Saturday, April 20th. Students will arrive at MHS at 8:15 that morning. We will loan out the band day t-shirts to kids who need them, get students into their groups, and do a brief warmup/practice in the band room. We'll hit the neighborhoods starting around 9am (for which we still need volunteer drivers!), come back around noon for a break and pizza lunch, then visit more neighborhoods from 1pm until around 4pm. Students will be treated to some ice cream upon their return to MHS, then dismissed for home!
Please do the following:
Download the attached Form C, complete it, and return the completed form to us by completing this Google Form. (BSD requires a new copy of this form for every event - sorry for the extra work this creates!)
Page 1 of this form is required for all participating students.
Volunteer drivers must also complete Page 2 of the form
If your child has a conflict and cannot participate in this year's Band Day, please let me know via email so that I can adjust our Band Day groups accordingly. I'd appreciate having this information by Monday, April 8th.
Again, we do need more drivers for the event! While it's a long day, it is a ton of fun, and I can attest that band kids are a lot of fun to be around! To sign up as a driver, please SIGN UP HERE!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
April 3, 2024: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
April 3, 2024: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
MBB Board Meeting - TONIGHT, Wednesday, April 3rd @ 7:00pm in the Community Room at MHS (across from the Band room).
Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
Apr 03, 2024: Drivers needed for Spring Band Day!!!
Apr 03, 2024: Drivers needed for Spring Band Day!!!
Hello Band Families!
Spring Band Day is here!! It is on Saturday, April 20th which is less than 3 weeks away! Band Days are our biggest fund raisers of the year and are not only fun, but help us raise a lot of money to afford awesome opportunities for our band program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians, transportation and more.
What does Band Day look like?
Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-30 drivers to help us shuttle 95 students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. (Drivers are always teamed up with at least one other parent/car so it's not just you with the students.) Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen! Pizza lunch provided!!
We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available on April 20th, from 9-4, please sign up TODAY! (Please, don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers!” We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
DON'T DELAY! SIGN UP TODAY!!
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Holly
Volunteer Coordinators
Apr 01, 2024: Night at the Stables Volunteers Still Needed!
Apr 01, 2024: Night at the Stables Volunteers Still Needed!
Greetings Jazz Ensemble and Band Families!
Our Jazz & Dessert "Night at the Stables" is upon us THIS THURSDAY! We still need some volunteer coverage before, during, and after the event!
Please take a look at the list below and if you can spare an hour or so that evening, please sign up in Better Impact (clickable link to sign up is in position title)!
Set Up : We need 8 more people to help between 2:45pm-3:45pm to help set up for the event. Students are welcome to help with set up also! This will include set up of tables, stage assembly, decor, pipe & drape assembly. Many students have signed up to help, but some adult help is needed!
Silent Auction: We need 1 more person between 5:15pm - 6:00pm with the silent auction
Dessert Sales: We need 3 people per shift to help with those wishing to purchase desserts
Shift 1: 5:15pm - 6:30pm / Shift 2: 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Clean Up Crew: We need 10 people between 8:15pm - 9:15pm to help with cleanup after the event. Students are also welcome to help with the clean up too.
Also, if you have a dessert you would like to donate to the evening, please sign up here!
As always, we are so grateful to this community and the support you show for these incredibly talented musicians. Looking forward to seeing you all for a wonderful evening!
Please reach out with any questions.
Marilyn & Holly
Mar 28, 2024: Dessert Donation Requests
Mar 28, 2024: Dessert Donation Requests
A Night at the Stables is on April 4th, thats only one week away!!!
Hopefully you are all as excited as we are!!
If you are planning on donating a dessert please sign up today.
This will help us keep track of all of the various items we will have that day.
You can sign up here: https://www.mountainsidebands.org/jazz-dessert-donation
Thank you to everyone who has already donated!!
Grove Cookie Company
Mama's Artisan Sweets
Fred Meyer in Beaverton Town Square
Oyatsupan Bakery
Nothing Bundt Cakes in Beaverton
And Our Hobby Bakers!
Please reach out if you have any questions
https://www.mountainsidebands.org/home
Sincerely,
Heather A Torpy
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
Souper Natural
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Learn More!
Mar 7, 2024: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
Mar 7, 2024: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
MBB Board Meeting - TONIGHT, Thursday, March 7th @ 7:00 in the Community Room at MHS (across from the Band room).
Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
Mar 6, 2024: Dessert Donations Requested for Jazz Event
Mar 6, 2024: Dessert Donations Requested for Jazz Event
Feb 28, 2024: Solo & Ensemble Performance Schedule
Feb 28, 2024: Solo & Ensemble Performance Schedule
Hello!
As you know, Solo & Ensemble is this Saturday. The event is free and open to the public, so I definitely want to encourage students to attend and listen to performances throughout the day. I have attached a schedule of student soloists and ensembles who are representing Mountainside HS. Historically, we have always shown our support for MHS student performers by coming and listening. It's a great day!
If you're interested in seeing performers from other school and wish to know when they perform, use this public schedule. You can use the dropdown menus to sort by category, location (school) or accompanist (pianist). For "category", please note that there are two entries per category; one is for middle school, the other is for high school.
Thank you to all of the students and parents volunteering at the event! Best of luck to our performers!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Feb 28, 2024: A Night at the Stables - FREE Jazz Event April 4th!
Feb 28, 2024: A Night at the Stables - FREE Jazz Event April 4th!
On April 4th, Mountainside High School’s band program will be hosting, A Night at the Stables. A free event for the whole community, featuring Mountainside High’s Jazz musicians. Please join us for an evening filled with live music, refreshments and FUN! Here is what you can expect:
Live Jazz Music
Doors open at 5:30 PM - FREE ENTRY
Jazz Combo 6:00 PM
Jazz Ensemble 6:30 PM
Jazz Orchestra 7:45 PM
A Silent Dessert Auction and Bake Sale featuring local bakeries and hobby bakers
Premium Reserved Table Seating plus a Shareable Dessert and Drinks for 10 people!!
We will have the best seats in the house reserved for special guests who donate $300 to the band program. These tables will be filled with a shareable dessert for your whole group along with sparkling cider!!
We only have a few tables to fill!! reserve your table today by going to: www.mountainsidebands.org or by emailing fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
Jazzy Games Start around 7PM - Featuring our amazing instructor Blake Kuroiwa leading!
Purchase Game Cards at the Event: 1 game card = $3.00 or 2 game cards = $5.00
Fun Prizes!!
A Photo Booth Experience
Get your family together and get beautiful photos done by our in house pro photographer Ingrid Arnett!!!
You will get 3 amazing digital photos for only $10!!! *Photos will be available in a folder online for you to access after the event.
We can’t wait to see you there!!
Heather Torpy
Director of Fundraising
402-510-7963
fundraising@mountainsidebands.org
Feb 27, 2024: Saturday's Solo & Ensemble - still need a few volunteers!
Feb 27, 2024: Saturday's Solo & Ensemble - still need a few volunteers!
Hi there Band families!
The District Solo and Ensemble competition is THIS SATURDAY!
Thanks to those who are already signed up to help - but we still need a few more folks to help make it happen.
WE NEED YOU!
Here’s what we still need for Solo & Ensemble:
Saturday, March 2nd: Timing varies (please see below)
Help direct people to practice rooms/performance rooms / Sell concessions
7:00am - 10:00am - FULL
10:00am - 1:00pm - FULL
1:00pm - 4:00pm - NEED ONE MORE PERSON
Elevator Operator < Click here!
Assist guest who need to use the elevator (elevator run with key)
7:00am - 10:00am - FULL
10:00am - 1:00pm - FULL
1:00pm - 4:00pm - NEED 1 PERSON
End of day Saturday, helpers needed to move pianos (on wheels) from classrooms to Lecture Hall.
3:00-4:00 or 3:30-4:30 - NEED 4 PEOPLE!
Supervising students as they reset classrooms to original map
3:30ish - 5:30ish - NEED 2 PEOPLE!
You can click the links above to sign up for a shift through My Better Impact. If you have any trouble accessing the links, please let us know.
Thank you, as always, for supporting these incredible musicians!
Look forward to seeing you Saturday!
Holly & Marilyn
Feb 27, 2024: Winter Guard Value Village Fundraiser Continues!
Feb 27, 2024: Winter Guard Value Village Fundraiser Continues!
Please see the updated fundriaser flyer here! Now accepting donations through April 3rd!
Feb 22, 2024: Wind Ensemble Festival Season FAQ, Forms, & Itinerary for OSU
Feb 22, 2024: Wind Ensemble Festival Season FAQ, Forms, & Itinerary for OSU
Dear Wind Ensemble Members,
Festival season for concert bands and wind ensembles is upon us! We kick of the contest season with the Wind Ensemble’s trip to Oregon State University on Tuesday, April 5th followed just a few days later with our trip to George Fox University on Friday, April 8th! The itinerary for OSU is attached, along with Field Trip Permission forms for all of our wind ensemble trips. Please note that this itinerary may require revision depending on availability of a district bus for our scheduled return time.
Very Important: After reading this email, please print (attached to original email) and complete the Field Trip Form A and Form C (front page only. Both sides are necessary if the adult plans to be a volunteer driver) and submit them by completing this Google Form. These forms will cover ALL of our band contests for the remainder of the school year, including OSU, GFU and the OSAA State Band Contest.
What follows is a FAQ about the band festival season. It contains some detailed information about what, exactly, this whole thing is all about. Read on!
Q: What is Band Festival Season?
A: Band Festival Season is the time of year in which bands attend contests/festivals to be adjudicated by a panel of expert judges. Mostly, these adjudications are intended to help the ensembles identify areas of strengths and weaknesses to help us grow as musicians. These festivals also are an opportunity to qualify to compete in the OSAA State Band Championships
Q: What is a Band Contest like?
A: On the surface, a band contest resembles a concert. The band enters the stage, performs their music, and leaves the auditorium. During the performance, however, a panel of three adjudicators evaluates the band and provides written or audio-recorded feedback to the ensemble. This feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we review the feedback in our classes.
At some contests, the ensemble will proceed to a room in which they are evaluated on their ability to sight-read a new piece of music. At other contests, the ensembles go to another room where one of the adjudicators will present their feedback live and even lead a small rehearsal.
Q: Can parents come watch?
A: YES! Parents, family members, and friends are encouraged to attend these events! Please come listen! It means a great deal to the students to have a supportive audience in the crowd! We also would like to have a handful of chaperones for each event, so please consider volunteering (email Mr. Zander if you are interested).
Q: When are your band contests this year?
A: Our first is Tuesday, March 5th at Oregon State University in the LaSells Stewart Center Concert Hall. The Wind Ensemble performs at 1:30pm.
Our second is on Friday, March 9th at George Fox University. Our performance time is 11:00am.
Our third contest is on Thursday, April 11th, at Mountainside High School. Our performance time is not yet determined. This is our League event!
If we are selected for the OSAA State Band Contest, this will take place on Saturday, May 11th at Oregon State University in the LaSells Stewart Center. We will find out our performance time in mid-April. Even if we are not selected, we will most likely take a field trip to attend the contest as audience members and cheer on our BSD colleagues in the State Contest
Q: What does it mean to qualify for the State Contest?
A: Getting to the State Contest is a significant accomplishment. First, a band must receive qualifying scores from the judges at a qualifying festival (such as at OSU in a week and a half). A qualifying score is 75 points (out of 100) from at least two of the three judges at any given event. But getting the score does not guarantee acceptance into the state contest! Qualifying allows us to enter into the Tape Pool.
Q: What is the Tape Pool?
A: Every band that achieves qualifying scores at a contest may submit the recording of that performance to the OSAA. The OSAA hires a panel of judges to review all of the tapes in the pool against each other and admits the top groups to the State Contest. Including the automatic qualifiers, twenty 6A high school bands will perform at State.
Q: How does a band become an automatic qualifier?
A: A band is an automatic qualifier for the State Contest if they receive qualifying scores AND wins first place at their league contest (ours takes place on Thursday, April 11th at Mountainside HS).
Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with questions!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Feb 20, 2024: District Solo & Ensemble: Volunteer Needs
Feb 20, 2024: District Solo & Ensemble: Volunteer Needs
Hi there Band families!
The District Solo and Ensemble competition is fast approaching. It will be hosted at Mountainside High School on Saturday, March 2nd.
For those of you who who are participating for the first time this year, Welcome!!! This is such a wonderful experience, and it is so incredible to see high school students from all over the district, showcase their amazing talents.
To learn a little bit more about OMEA District Solo & Ensemble, click here.
For those students & families who have already participated in a previous solo & ensemble event - Welcome back! We are so glad you are participating again this year!
As with most of our events, we heavily rely on our incredible community of volunteers to help make it happen.
Solo & Ensemble is no different - WE NEED YOU!
Here’s what we will need for Solo & Ensemble:
Friday, March 1st: 2:45pm - 5:00pm
Assisting students who are setting up classrooms
Saturday, March 2nd: Timing varies (please see below)
Help direct people to practice rooms/performance rooms / Sell concessions
7:00am - 10:00am
10:00am - 1:00pm
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Elevator Operator < Click here!
Assist guest who need to use the elevator (elevator run with key)
7:00am - 10:00am
10:00am - 1:00pm
1:00pm - 4:00pm
End of day Saturday, helpers needed to move pianos (on wheels) from classrooms to Lecture Hall
3:00-5:00 or 3:30-5:30 ** depending on solo & ensemble schedule - to be confirmed closer to event.
Supervising students as they reset classrooms to original map
3:30ish - 5:30ish ** depending on solo & ensemble schedule - to be confirmed closer to event.
You can click the links above to sign up for a shift through My Better Impact. If you have any trouble accessing the links, please let us know.
Thank you, as always, for supporting these incredible musicians!
Look forward to seeing you in March!
Marilyn & Holly
Feb 09, 2024: Winter Guard Fundraiser, Feb 1-Mar 5
Feb 09, 2024: Winter Guard Fundraiser, Feb 1-Mar 5
Value Village Donation Drive to support the Mountainside Winter Guard program!
Value Village Donation Drive to support the Mountainside Winter Guard program!
February 1st - March 5th, 2024
February 1st - March 5th, 2024
ValueVillageFR-2024-01.jpgJan 02, 2024: Winter Percussion & Guard Registration Forms LIVE
Jan 02, 2024: Winter Percussion & Guard Registration Forms LIVE
Happy New Year!! I hope the start to 2024 has been good for everyone. Now that we are back in school and after school ensemble will start rehearsing again, I thought I'd send this out. This [message] DOES NOT apply to everyone, just members of our winter, after school programs.
Happy New Year!! I hope the start to 2024 has been good for everyone. Now that we are back in school and after school ensemble will start rehearsing again, I thought I'd send this out. This [message] DOES NOT apply to everyone, just members of our winter, after school programs.
Sorry for the delay on this. It took some time to convert our old paper registration forms to an online, Google registration form (similar to marching band). If you are participating in our winterguard or winter percussion ensembles, please fill out the following registration form: https://forms.gle/xKcrsHZSzCAcnY9p9
Sorry for the delay on this. It took some time to convert our old paper registration forms to an online, Google registration form (similar to marching band). If you are participating in our winterguard or winter percussion ensembles, please fill out the following registration form: https://forms.gle/xKcrsHZSzCAcnY9p9
If you have any questions about registration, please contact your winter ensemble director and/or me.
If you have any questions about registration, please contact your winter ensemble director and/or me.
Thank you,
Thank you,
Blake Kuroiwa
Blake Kuroiwa
Dec 11, 2023: Yultide volunteers needed - Corrected Links!
Dec 11, 2023: Yultide volunteers needed - Corrected Links!
Hello band fams!!
Hello band fams!!
We are in the final days counting down to Yuletide at Mountainside and WE STILL NEED volunteers!
We are in the final days counting down to Yuletide at Mountainside and WE STILL NEED volunteers!
We have three nights of performances: 12/12, 12/13, & 12/14 with Wednesday night being an extra special evening where we will have a pre-show gathering with Cookies and Cocoa and Carols!
We have three nights of performances: 12/12, 12/13, & 12/14 with Wednesday night being an extra special evening where we will have a pre-show gathering with Cookies and Cocoa and Carols!
******** We still need volunteers to work the ticket table, and have shifts each night! SIGN UP HERE!
******** We still need volunteers to work the ticket table, and have shifts each night! SIGN UP HERE!
*********. We have volunteers for the cocoa & cookie table - thank you!!
Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you this week!!
Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you this week!!
Holly & Marilyn
Holly & Marilyn
Dec 7, 2023: Yuletide at Mountainside! December 12th -14th at 7:00pm
Dec 7, 2023: Yuletide at Mountainside! December 12th -14th at 7:00pm
Hello Band Families!
It is that time of year for Yuletide at Mountainside!
The MHS Band, Choir, and Theatre departments are thrilled to announce our fourth annual ‘Yuletide at Mountainside’! Join us for a musical holiday extravaganza featuring performances by our bands and choirs as well as a number of small student-led ensembles. Yuletide at Mountainside is a magical experience for our audience and we look forward to seeing you there! Performances will be in the MHS auditorium at 7pm on Tuesday, December 12th, Wednesday, December 13th, and Thursday, December 14th.
Back by popular demand - Cocoa, Cookies, and Carols Night: Wednesday’s ticket price includes admission to a pre-show gathering. The doors to the Commons will open at 6:15, where our guests will be treated to comforting cocoa, delicious cookies, and festive holiday carols before the main show starts. Please note that cookies & cocoa will be served from 6:15-6:45pm only!
Ordering tickets in advance is strongly advised, as we anticipate the possibility of sold-out performances. Tickets are on sale NOW at https://mountainsidetheatre.ludus.com/index.php and are priced as follows:
Tuesday/Thursday Prices:
Premium Reserved Seating: $15 online or $20 at the door
Regular Reserved Seating: $10 online or $15 at the door
Wednesday Prices (including pre-show Cookies, Carols, and Cocoa):
Premium Reserved Seating: $20 online or $25 at the door
Regular Reserved Seating: $15 online or $20 at the door
Attached is a flyer. Please invite and share with your family and friends!
We hope to see you there!
Patty Grunwald
Mavericks Band Boosters
Dec 6, 2023: Buy your Yuletide at Mountainside tickets now!
Dec 6, 2023: Buy your Yuletide at Mountainside tickets now!
Hello Band & Guard Families!
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Yuletide at Mountainside Is back for 2023! Performances run December 12, 13, and 14th.
Buy your tickets now! https://mountainsidetheatre.ludus.com/index.php
Yuletide Poster 2023.pdfDec 4, 2023: It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
Dec 4, 2023: It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!
Hello Band & Guard Families!
It is that time again.....we are in the final days counting down to Yuletide at Mountainside! Xmas treeSnowflake Snow buddie
The kids have been hard at work perfecting their performances, and we are so excited to see what they have in store for us this season.
We have three nights of performances: 12/12, 12/13, & 12/14 with Wednesday night being an extra special evening where we will have a pre-show gathering with CookiesCookies and CocoaCoffee and Carols!Multiple musical notes.
Admission tickets We need volunteers to work the ticket table, and have shifts each night! Please click here to sign up.
Cookies We also need volunteers to help with the hot cocoa and cookie table. This shift will be for Wednesday night only. Please click here to sign up.
Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you next week!
Twelve drummers drumming, Drum
Marilyn & Holly
Dec 4, 2023: Winter Greenery Leftover Sale
Dec 4, 2023: Winter Greenery Leftover Sale
Do you need a last minute gift to take to a party?
Did you forget to get something for your nice neighbor?
Or maybe you just need something to jazz up your front porch with.
You're in luck, we have Greenery leftover from the Winter Guard Fundraiser!!!!
Please help us maximize profits by purchasing some greenery today!
Plus we are offering free delivery to local families/businesses!
Reply to this email and let me know what you would like to buy, first come, first serve.
Get yours today before they sell out!
Thank you!!!
Sincerely,
Heather Torpy
402-510-7963
Fundraising Director
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
Souper Natural
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Learn More!
Nov 30, 2023: Jazz Combo Session Fri 12/1, 3-5pm
Nov 30, 2023: Jazz Combo Session Fri 12/1, 3-5pm
Dear Jazz Orchestra & Jazz Ensemble Members,
I want to encourage all of you to attend tomorrow afternoon's jazz combo kickoff session taking place from 3-5pm in the band room. We are hoping to start several jazz combos this year, and this event will be an opportunity for you to see what it's all about.
Some of you may be wondering what, exactly, a jazz combo is. Jazz combos are smaller ensembles made up of a small rhythm section and a handful of melodic instruments. In a jazz combo, you will get a lot more comfort and experience with improvisation and flexibility in a jazz setting.
I hope to see you there!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Nov 19, 2023: Concert Videos
Nov 19, 2023: Concert Videos
Dear MHS Band families,
I wanted to take a moment to send out the links to the video recordings of the concerts from Wednesday and Thursday last week, especially since there were some technical issues that interfered with the livestream on Thursday night. Please feel free to share these links via direct message or email, but do not share them publicly via, for example, your social media profile.
I'm very proud of all of the students and how far they have come so far this year! I will miss them in the weeks ahead while I'm on paternity leave, and I look forward to seeing how much they have learned and grown under the direction of my long-time sub (and former student!) Kevin Jacobs. Parents, thank you for your support and encouragement of your children!
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Sincerely,
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Nov 15, 2023: Yearbook Questionaire about Marching Band
Nov 15, 2023: Yearbook Questionaire about Marching Band
Hi all,
I was contacted by one of the members of the Yearbook team and she wanted me to share this questionaire with you all for the marching band spread. Feel free to fill it out at your convenience.
I hope you are all using your new found free time effectively!
- Blake Kuroiwa
This email has been sent via Charms Office Assistant on behalf of:
Mountainside HS Band
12500 SW 175TH AVE
BEAVERTON, OR 97007
Nov 15, 2023: Small group performance opportunities
Nov 15, 2023: Small group performance opportunities
Dear MHS band students,
There are a couple of opportunities in the weeks ahead for soloists or small ensembles to perform around town. Any strong group/soloist can participate, but hopefully we get a lot of involvement from our Yuletide performers. You are welcome to participate in either or both activities! Please read on:
MHS Winter Market: The Mountainside parent group (MPACT) is putting on a Winter Market on Saturday, December 2nd and has nine 15-minute slots for musicians who would like to perform. This will be taking place in the MHS Commons, and you'll be providing background music while the event takes place.
If you don't have a full 15 minutes of music to perform, that is okay!
To sign up, please use this Signup Genius link.
Local Retirement Homes/Communities: The band boosters have been in touch with at least one local retirement home about having some of our students perform for their residents. These performances could concievably take place during an evening meal time or a weekend afternoon. They are fairly flexible.
This is a great outreach for our music programs and a good way to give back. It's also an opportunity to promote our Yuletide at Mountainside event by giving a free preview.
Please use this Google Form to sign up (note: ensembles - please designate ONE member of your ensemble to complete the form on your behalf!).
Thank you!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Nov 9, 2023: Wreaths for Sale - Support Winter Guard and Decorate!
Nov 9, 2023: Wreaths for Sale - Support Winter Guard and Decorate!
Good Morning Mountainside Band and Guard Families!!
We are extending our online greenery ordering date to November 13th.
Please support the winter guard by purchasing some beautiful PNW sourced greenery.
You can find the brochure at https://www.mountainsidebands.org/
or attached to this email.
All orders will be delivered or available for pickup around November 29th.
Payment by check is preferred and I am more then happy to pick it up from you, this helps us save a bit of money since Venmo charges a processing fee.
We do also have Venmo and PayPal payment options if you prefer.
Please reach out to me with any questions.
I hope you are having an amazing week.
Take care and as always, thank you for your support!
Sincerely,
Heather Torpy
402-510-7963
Fundraising Director
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
Souper Natural
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Learn More!
Nov 2, 2023: Football Playoff Game Details 11/3/2024
Nov 2, 2023: Football Playoff Game Details 11/3/2024
Dear MHS Band Members,
As many of you have heard, the MHS Football team is hosting a playoff football game tomorrow night, Friday November 3rd.
We ask that marching band WINDS and BATTERY attend this game. In addition, any wind instrument player from Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble is welcome to join the band for this game.
All participants with the football pep band can record their time at the game for service hours! We will have a sign-in sheet to verify attendance.
Here are some more details:
Call time: 6:15pm
We are NOT performing the half-time show
We are NOT wearing uniforms. Dress to stay as warm and dry as possible
We ARE performing the national anthem (as far as I know)
After the game is over, be sure to dry your instrument as best you can, then leave it out of the case overnight to air dry.
Woodwinds: if the rain gets bad enough, we will have you put your instruments in cases (stored under the bleachers)
School owned instruments for marching band: If you returned a marching instrument, please retrieve it from the front of the band room for use Friday. This means you will have to re-clean it before turning it back in. Maybe hold off until future playoff games are determined, however. SAXOPHONES: I have to get these saxophones out to jazz band participants, so school-owned saxophones are not available for the playoff games.
Thank you!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Nov 2, 2023: Disneyland Hour-A-Thon is TODAY!!!!
Nov 2, 2023: Disneyland Hour-A-Thon is TODAY!!!!
Our Hour-A-Thon is today, Thursday, November 2 from 6 - 7 PM!!
Students must participate to receive this credit in their Bob Rogers Travel account.
Call time is 5:45 and the kids can meet by the band room and we will walk up to the lecture room together.
Snacks will be provided!
If you haven't done so already, please work with your student to compile a list of 20 phone numbers of potential supporters. I know for some families this is a lot of phone numbers to list and for some it's times two (siblings), I just encourage you to list what you can.
There will be some friendly group competition and small prizes and Blake might do a song and dance or two!
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions at president@mountainsidebands.org or call me at 503-830-1019.
Thank you,
Patty Grunwald
Mavericks Band Boosters
Oct 30, 2023: Hour-A-Thon! Disneyland 2024 - THURSDAY, NOV 2 from 6-7pm
Oct 30, 2023: Hour-A-Thon! Disneyland 2024 - THURSDAY, NOV 2 from 6-7pm
Just a reminder that we have our Hour-a-Thon on THURSDAY, NOV 2 from 6-7pm.
Students must participate to receive this credit in their Bob Rogers Travel account.
Call time is 5:45 and the kids can meet by the band room and we will walk up to the lecture room together.
Snacks will be provided!
If you haven't done so already, please work with your student to compile a list of 20 phone numbers of potential supporters. I know for some families this is a lot of phone numbers to list and for some it's times two (siblings), I just encourage you to list what you can.
There will be some friendly group competition and small prizes and Blake might do a song and dance or two!
How Hour-a-Thon works:
This event will last ONE HOUR and the students will text their phone numbers asking for support for our trip to Disneyland. So feel free to give your contacts a heads up that this event is happening on Nov 2 from 6-7pm PST. If your student is texting the potential supporter and they decide to donate, they can click the link in their text message and donate directly from their phone on the secure donation site. It is easy to use and there is no account that needs to be created.
The whole hour is live, so students will be able to see in real time as the donations are collected. All donations collected during the Hour-a-Thon will be put into a general account and evenly distributed to the participants.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions at president@mountainsidebands.org.
Thank you,
Patty Grunwald
Mavericks Band Boosters
Hourathon_Parent-Letter-Contacts List (Final).pdfOct 24, 2023: We NEED You Marching Ensemble Parents!
Oct 24, 2023: We NEED You Marching Ensemble Parents!
We’ve gotten off to a great start with volunteers for the weekend! Here is where we aren still needing support! Please See where you can plug in to make these shows a success!
Friday Night Truck Loading: 2 more people needed! Many hands make light (er) work!
Saturday - NWAPA Championships
Saturday - NWAPA Championships
Guard Chaperones - 1 more person needed (Click to sign up)
Band Chaperones - 1 more person needed (Click to sign up)
Pit Crew - only 6 more people needed!! We can do this!! (Click link to sign up).
Camp “security” - 1- 2 person needed (Click link to sign up first shift/ Click link to sign up second shift) .
Food & Drink donations are always appreciated for marching band competitions! Please sign up here!
Thank you to this incredible community for making this all possible!
Holly & Marilyn
Oct 24, 2023: Wind Ensemble & Concert Info
Oct 24, 2023: Wind Ensemble & Concert Info
Concert Date
Our first concert is coming up very quickly! Concert Band & Symphonic Band will be performing on Wednesday, November 15th and Wind Ensemble will be performing on Thursday, November 16th. Please note that the Concert Band's performance date has been changed from what was published early in the school year. Please make sure the concert date for your student/s is on your calendar and that your student is free of conflicts for the evening this is scheduled! Note, too, that this is a change from what originally appeared on the MHS band calendar. Both of these concerts will include guest ensembles from Highland Park Middle School.
Concert Apparel
Now is also a good time to ensure that every member has concert apparel that meets the expectations/requirements for their ensemble that fits and is ready to wear for the concert. As parents know (all too well), clothes that fit just a few months ago might not fit now! For your convenience, I am including the expectations for concert apparel in this email (please accept my apologies for the outdated descriptions in the course syllabi/handbooks for Concert/Symphonic Band.)
CONCERT BAND & SYMPHONIC BAND
The Concert Band & Symphonic Band wear "Concert Black" for all of our performances. Everyone plays better and looks better when we have a professional appearance, and our dress code is designed to allow the audience to remain focused on the music during the performance and not be distracted by individuals in the ensemble. Students have the choice of either option below:
OPTION 1:
All black nice, dressy outfit - this can be pants or skirt with a top or a dress. It must be sleeved, and should be length, with a modest neckline. Wear black dress shoes. Please avoid ornamentation such as bows, sequins, patterns, etc. or sheer fabrics. Acceptable optional items are small earrings and small black hair accessories. Alternately you may opt to purchase the Wind Ensemble dress for about $60, which will last throughout high school and beyond. Contact Mr. Zander for information if desired.
OPTION 2:
Black dress pants, black socks, and black dress shoes along with a black, long-sleeved, collared dress shirt. Optionally, you may wear a black suit or tuxedo jacket and a black tie (bow or neck) over a white collared shirt (Oxford style or Tuxedo style)
WIND ENSEMBLE:
The Wind Ensemble wears black formal attire for all of our performances. Everyone plays better and looks better when we have a professional appearance, and our dress code is designed to allow the audience to remain focused on the music during the performance and not be distracted by individuals in the ensemble. Students may choose to wear either a dress or a tuxedo, as described below:
IF YOU CHOOSE TO WEAR A DRESS:
The Wind Ensemble uniform dress is available for purchase online at https://tuxedowholesaler.com/concert-attire/index.php/redi-ship-program/gowns/dakota.html for $56. You will need to know your sizing information before you purchase the dress, and the dress may need to be hemmed upon arrival, so give yourself plenty of time to order this prior to our first performance. This dress is usable for music performances throughout high school and beyond.
IF YOU CHOOSE TO WEAR A TUXEDO:
Purchase a black tuxedo with a notch-style collar along with the following:
black dress/tuxedo pants,
a white tux shirt with 1/4" pleats and wing collars,
a black bow tie
a black cummerbund
black dress socks
black dress shows
Studs and cufflinks are optional, but look quite nice.
It is often possible to find a good deal on a used tuxedo by contacting tuxedo rental stores and purchasing a former rental. These tuxedos often last years and can be used for many formal occasions beyond the band performances. It is also possible to get great prices for tuxedos and tuxedo accessories online.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
With warm regards,
Jeremy M. Zander
Oct 18, 2023: Winterguard Wreath and Greenery Sale!!! PNW sourced decorations for you!!!
Oct 18, 2023: Winterguard Wreath and Greenery Sale!!! PNW sourced decorations for you!!!
Hello Mountainside Highschool Band and Guard Families!!
Did you know that the Holiday season is almost upon us? Do you always find yourself running around last minute looking for decorations?
Not this year!!! Winterguard wants to help you decorate, by selling locally sourced wreaths and greenery in order to raise funds to support their growing program at Mountainside.
We've attached a beautiful brochure showing all of the items offered along with their pricing. You can fill out the form electronically and email it to me, Heather Torpy at, fundraising@mountainsidebands.org or print it out and turn it in to Stephanie Marr at the front desk at the school. We are accepting payments via PayPal and Venmo this year, along with cash or checks. You can find payment links and details in the attached PDF.
The last day to order electronically/via email is November 10th.
Final day for ordering will be November 13th.
Pickup/Delivery of greenery will be between November 27th and December 1st.
Most of the greenery will be delivered to the school, and then the Winterguard group will distribute them. New this year, we are offering delivery to local businesses. Please pass along this brochure to anyone you know who may be interested in supporting us.
As always, THANK YOU for your constant support. Our community is truly THE BEST!
Sincerely,
Heather A Torpy
Director of Fundraising
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Learn More!
Oct 13, 2023: URGENT NEED FOR SATURDAY COMPETITION!
Oct 13, 2023: URGENT NEED FOR SATURDAY COMPETITION!
Thanks to all who answered the call yesterday - we’re set for the football game!
BUT, we still need 7 more volunteers for Pit Crew for Saturday’s competition! Since we need such a large group pushing the show out, we will consider having folks who can’t help with set up, but can be there by 1pm to help with the show prelim and final. Sign up here to help with pit, and if you are arriving later please let us know so we can account for that. It takes a small village to get these vinyls and props out on the field!!
We also are still in need of two chaperones for the band and one for the color guard!
Thank you ensemble parents!!
Holly and Marilyn
Oct 12, 2023: We don't want to start a panic but...
Oct 12, 2023: We don't want to start a panic but...
WE NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS!! For a sucessful half time and competition show, we are in dire need of pit crew team members AND chaperones!
For friday's football game we need 5 more people to help with the half time push out, and for the competition the following day , we meed 10 MORE PIT VOLUNTEERS, and 3 MORE CHAPERONES! Sign up here for the football Pit Crew and here for the Competition Pit Crew. We are still in need of 3 chaperones for competition day. Sign up here to chaperone!
Competition days are a ton of fun, and we seriously don't know how we can get this show on the field without more help. Please sign up NOW!!
Thanks so much!
Holly & Marilyn
Oct 11, 2023: BottleDrop Extra 20% Earnings Days - Save your bags!!
Oct 11, 2023: BottleDrop Extra 20% Earnings Days - Save your bags!!
Hello Mountainside Band, Guard, Family and Friends!
BottleDrop will be offering us an extra 20% on all blue bags we turn in from November 15th to December 2nd!
Please save up your completely filled bags and turn them in during the bonus days or drop them off at one of our scheduled Blue Bag Pickup dates at the school.
Christy Bartlett, our amazing bottle drop coordinator will be in the student drop off lane near the band door entrance on:
November 7th at the Marching Band Banquet
November 10th 3-5pm (No School Day)
November 14th &15th 6-7pm before band concerts
Also if you have regular bottle drop earnings that you have been saving up in your personal account you can donate those as well.
We will get the extra 20% as long as make your donation anytime during November 15th, through December 2nd.
Here is the link for that: https://bottledrop.com/fundraiser/mavericks-band-boosters/
Thank you for your continued support!
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
Accessory Outfitters
Grove Cookie Company
Portland Catering Company
Oct 10, 2023: Jazz Band Sign-Up & Audition Information
Oct 10, 2023: Jazz Band Sign-Up & Audition Information
Hello MHS Band Members!
This email contains information about Mountainside High School's jazz bands, how to sign up and/or audition, information on rehearsal times, and more.
Jazz Orchestra (Jazz 1) is Mountainside’s advanced jazz band. Students will further develop their improvisational and/or solo skills and play a variety of music in many jazz styles. Jazz Ensemble (Jazz 2) is our second jazz band and is intended for students who are newer to jazz. Students in both ensembles will be enrolled in the course “Jazz Band”, for which they will receive course credit.
Students from Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble and are eligible to audition/sign up based on the instrumentation listed below. Exceptions for students not in another band class may be applicable in certain scenarios. See Mr. Zander for questions.
Members wishing to be in Jazz Orchestra must audition. Members wishing to play in jazz band but who do not audition will be placed in Jazz Ensemble. Some who audition will be placed in Jazz Ensemble based on skill/experience levels.
All students wishing to play in the rhythm section (drums, piano, bass, guitar, or vibes) of either jazz band must audition.
Members will be selected for Jazz Orchestra based on an audition consisting of a short prepared piece, scales, a demonstration of your improvisation skills, & sight-reading (see below).
Each member must be available for all rehearsals and performances. Jazz Orchestra rehearsals are generally on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30am and Jazz Ensemble will meet on even school days from 6:30-7:30am.
Auditions are: October 23rd through October 26th (see posted sign-up sheets in the band room).
Jazz Band is a class for which students receive credit! I will work with the counselors to get the course added to Canvas/Synergy for all students who participate.
AUDITION PROCESS (Winds)
1-2 Minute Prepared Piece (jazz style)
Chromatic Scale (full range of instrument)
Sight-reading
Improvise a Solo in Bb Blues – see music at the end of this document.
AUDITION PROCESS - Bass
Sight-reading
Walk a Bass Line in Bb Blues
Improvise a Solo over changes provided prior to audition
AUDITION PROCESS – Piano/Guitar/Vibes
1-2 Minute Prepared Piece (jazz style)
Sight-reading
“Comping” in Bb Blues
Improvise a Solo over changes provided at audition
AUDITION PROCESS – Drumset
Be prepared to demonstrate drum patterns for multiple styles including:
Bossa, Swing, Shuffle, Funk, Rock, Ballad
Listen to a short performance, then emulate the style and setups in your own performance of the piece.
Questions?
Email me with any questions!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Oct 9, 2023: Itinerary for Saturday, 10/14 - Century Showcase
Oct 9, 2023: Itinerary for Saturday, 10/14 - Century Showcase
Please find the attached itinerary for this weekend's performance at the Century Showcase!
Reminder: if your section is planning a section breakfast prior to Saturday morning's call time, it would be wise to coordinate with other sections. If multiple sections are going to the same establishment, be sure to call ahead and let the restaraunt know to expect several large parties. Give them several days' notice. As always, be considerate, especially since you are representing not just yourselves, but also our band and the entire school!
Thanks!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Century Showcase Schedule 2023.pdfSept 25, 2023: Thursday night Homecoming game!
Sept 25, 2023: Thursday night Homecoming game!
Happy Monday Band and Guard Families!
First, THANK YOU to all who have volunteered to support the kids in ALL THE WAYS this past month! It was a great first show weekend!
Thanks to all of you, we have ALMOST all of the shifts covered (hooray)! We just need a couple more volunteers.
WHERE WE STILL NEED HELP:
Pit Crew - 6 more people need to complete our crew for half time!
Uniform Team - 3 more people needed to get these kids looking their best!
Stand security - 2 people needed to watch the students things and intercept trespassers in the band area of the stands, while the students are practicing and performing.
It will be a fun night! Thanks for all of your awesomeness so far this season!
Many thanks,
Marilyn & Holly
Sept 22, 2023: FINAL DAY RaiseRight Bonus Days!
Sept 22, 2023: FINAL DAY RaiseRight Bonus Days!
Hello Mountainside Band, Guard, Family and Friends!
Raise Day percentages have been announced for September 21st and 22nd!
I've attached a PDF with screenshots and have highlighted some of the bonuses that I think are really good.
When the bonuses become active, you will be able to filter them by percentages and search by vendor, but until then they only give us a sneak peek in the app.
The bonus percentages only last for two days, starting tomorrow, September 21st and ending on September 22nd.
AND they are only good for E-Gift Cards or Reloadables.
If you haven't signed up for RaiseRight yet, here is a link to get started earning today: https://www.raiseright.com/enroll?enrollCode=E74INSGLTN7S
Anyone can start earning for Mavericks Band Boosters using RaiseRight. Just have them sign up using the link above, or if they already have an account they can start directing their earnings to us by changing their existing account settings (https://www.raiseright.com/resources/faq/#account).
Don't forget, if your family is signed up for the Disney trip your RaiseRight earnings will be applied to your Bob Rogers Travel Account. Please make sure when you or a family member are signing up they list your student in their profile information. This will make for easier bookkeeping.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
RaiseDaysBonus-2023.pdfSept 22, 2023: All-State Audition Info Sheet & Honor Band Reminders
Sept 22, 2023: All-State Audition Info Sheet & Honor Band Reminders
Dear students,
If you are planning to audition for an Oregon All-State ensemble, please be sure to fill out this information form, preferably prior to your audition recording session.
For All-State, there are two ways to get the recordings done:
Sign up for a recording session in the MHS recording studio with Mr. Zander
Record the audition materials with your private lesson instructor, who will then email them (or share them w Google Drive) to Mr. Zander. These are audio only recordings (no video). Recordings need to be sent to Mr. Zander by 10/4 in order for him to meet the upload deadline.
Also remember that there are two other honor band opportunities: BSD Honor Band & WIBC (Western International Band Clinic). For these two honor bands, you are responsible for uploading your audition materials yourself. Here's how:
For WIBC, go to their website and follow the instructions. Their audition deadline is 10/6.
For BSD Honor band, join this Canvas course and follow the instructions. The audition deadline for this is 10/20.
In either case, if you make recordings with Mr. Zander and plan to submit them to either WIBC of BSD Honor Band, you may do so. Mr. Zander will share your recordings with you via Google Drive after your session.
Thank you! Please reach out if you have questions!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Sept 20, 2023: Linfield is in 3 days!! Check out what volunteer spots we have left
Sept 20, 2023: Linfield is in 3 days!! Check out what volunteer spots we have left
Hi there Band and Guard Families!
First, THANK YOU to all who have volunteered to support the kids this weekend for our first competition at Linfield! Thanks to all of you, we have ALMOST all of the shifts covered (hooray)! We just need a couple more volunteers.
WHERE WE STILL NEED HELP:
Marching Band Chaperones: We need 2 more chaperones for Marching Band to ride the buses and stay with the students at all times during the competition.
Food Volunteers: We need 1 more person to help serve and clean up throughout the competition on Saturday.
Food Donations: We are looking for a few more drinks and desserts donations. Please click the Food Donations link to donate.
Other than that, we are ALL set for this weekend! I know we say this all of the time, but we quite literally could not do this without you all so we really appreciate it.
We cannot wait for this weekend!
Many thank,
Marilyn & Holly
Lily Pad Vinyl Cutting Opportunity this Wednesday at 5:30pm!!
Lily Pad Vinyl Cutting Opportunity this Wednesday at 5:30pm!!
Hi there Guard and Marching families!
Our lilypad vinyls that were supposed to be delivered on Monday were delayed so we were not able to start cutting out the vinyls this evening.
It sounds like they have finally arrived and so we are looking for a team to come tomorrow night instead. We are looking for a team to come help out tomorrow, Wednesday, September 13th at 5:30pm.
So as I mentioned, if you are handy with scissors, patient, have GREAT attention to detail, and do not mind Blake lovingly standing over your shoulder to make sure we are being as accurate as possible - then this job was made for YOU!
If you are interested and available, you can reply to volunteer@mountainsidebands.org.
As a reminder, if you have sharp scissors you could bring with you, that would be super helpful.
Raise Days - September 21st and 22nd!!
Raise Days - September 21st and 22nd!!
SAVE THE DATE!!!! On September 21st and September 22nd, RaiseRight will be offering very generous bonus earnings on many eGift and reloadable gift card buying options. Participating vendors will be announced on September 20th. Look out for an email from me on that date to give you the full list.
eGift cards can be gifted to others via email or by printing them out and tucking them into a greeting card. They are really easy to use in store, at registers and can be stored and accessed in your online RaiseRight wallet.
If you haven't signed up for RaiseRight yet, here is a link to get started earning today: https://www.raiseright.com/enroll?enrollCode=E74INSGLTN7S
Anyone can start earning for Mavericks Band Boosters using RaiseRight. Just have them sign up using the link above, or if they already have an account they can start directing their earnings to us by changing their existing account settings (https://www.raiseright.com/resources/faq/#account).
Don't forget, if your family is signed up for the Disney trip your RaiseRight earnings will be applied to your Bob Rogers Travel Account. Please make sure when you or a family member are signing up they list your student in their profile information. This will make for easier bookkeeping.
September 7, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
September 7, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7:00pm
MBB Board Meeting - TONIGHT, Thursday, September 7th @ 7:00 in the Community Room at MHS (across from the Band room).
This is the first meeting of the school year! We would love to see you!
Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
Pit Crew Needs this Friday - September 8th!
Pit Crew Needs this Friday - September 8th!
We have our very first half-time performance THIS Friday September 8th - and we need YOU!
This will be a great opportunity for new families who would like to get a sense of what Pit Crew is all about. When you volunteer to help us in Pit, you not only get a sneak preview into what is needed as we embark on our competition season, you also get a front row (side line) view of the half time performance. Win win!
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU?? First, we need you to sign up here for this Friday's game. We have a huge front ensemble this year, so we need at least 12 of you to sign up! If you are feeling extra generous with your time, go ahead and sign up for any or all other Pit Crew opportunities for the season. This same link takes you to all available sign ups!
WHAT DOES HELPING WITH THE PIT CREW DURING HALF-TIME MEAN? You will assist the Marching Ensemble push all of the equipment to the field and help put it in position. Once the performance is over, you will help remove the equipment from the field. These are large and fragile pieces of equipment, inclusive of our sound cart and speakers.
Not to worry - the students will advise the Pit Crew Volunteers on the correct method of holding/pushing/moving the big ensemble and sound system equipment.
Thank you so much for volunteering - we could not do it without you!
September 9th: Band Day! Our Biggest Fundraiser!
September 9th: Band Day! Our Biggest Fundraiser!
Hello Band and Guard families!
Band day is Saturday, September 9th and we need more drivers!
Please sign up NOW to drive our students and their instruments to nearby neighborhoods for this super fun and profitable fundraiser! (Scroll down if you don’t know what Band Day is!)
Thanks again - we can’t do this fundraiser without your help! No student drivers allowed.
Feel free to reach out with questions!
Go Mavs!
Marilyn & Holly
MBB Volunteer Coordinators
WHAT IS BAND DAY ANYWAY?
**Band Days are our biggest fund raisers of the year and are not only fun, but help us raise a lot of money to fund awesome opportunities for our marching band program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians, transportation,DISNEYLAND and more.
What does Band Day look like? Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we need 25-30 drivers to help us shuttle 95 students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen!
Head on over to www.myvolunteerpage.com and look for “2023 Fall Band Day Driver.” We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available on September 9th from 9-4, please sign up TODAY! (Don’t wait to “see if we still need drivers! We ALWAYS need more drivers!!)
Earn $$ Towards Disney - via - RaiseRight
Earn $$ Towards Disney - via - RaiseRight
Hello Mountainside Band, Guard, Family and Friends!
From now, until final payments are due, any money your family earns through RaiseRight will be redirected to your Bob Rogers Travel account. This means that ALL of the rebate earnings, that would normally go towards the Boosters, will go directly to help students pay for their trip to Disney this May.
Also, anyone can use RaiseRight. You can send this link to your relatives and friends and have them start earning for your student as well. Just be sure that when they sign up they fill in the area that asks for a student name.
Here is a link to get started earning today: https://www.raiseright.com/enroll?enrollCode=E74INSGLTN7S
This is a small part of the many fundraisers we hope to have before the final fees for Disney are due. Please stay tuned for more information to come.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
August 18, 2023: Annual Parent Preview Performance & Potluck TOMORROW!
August 18, 2023: Annual Parent Preview Performance & Potluck TOMORROW!
Our annual Parent Preview Performance and Potluck is TOMORROW, August 19th at 5:00pm!
Here is the loose schedule for the evening:
4:00 Drop off drink donations at stadium concessions (if no prior drop-off was arranged)
4:30 Drop off potluck items at tables near stadium concessions
5:00 Potluck begins! Burgers and fixins are provided for all!
5:45 Students meet in Commons. Parents hear from Mr. Zander.
7:00 Students begin their warm-up on the field**
7:15 Surprise activity for parents!
7:30 Performance begins
7:40 Get pictures with your amazing student!
7:50 Students get out of uniform and clean up**
8:30 Go home!
We hope to see you there!
ALUMNI: Please join us for the performance and come say hi!
June 28, 2023: Car Wash Update!
June 28, 2023: Car Wash Update!
CAR WASH UPDATE! We had to change the date for our second car wash due to a scheduling snafu. Please mark our new date, July 22nd, on your calendars — there will NOT be a wash on the 15th. But first up…July 8th! SEE YOU THERE!
June 27, 2023: MHS Fall Marching Band Registration - Don't Delay!
June 27, 2023: MHS Fall Marching Band Registration - Don't Delay!
Hi current and future MHS Band Members & Families,
At the moment we have 52 total ensemble members signed up. To those students and families, thank you very much! I’ve added you to the Student Google Drive folder with the email you registered with. This includes the MP3 of the show, battery exercise packets, and will eventually include the updated parts to the show. Our goal is to get to around 90 members so let’s get everyone registered ASAP.
For our show updates, this is what has happened between preview rehearsals and now:
The show has been edited twice and now has been sent to our percussion writers.
The design team has met and is starting the design of the props including the guard costume, traps, and lotus flower.
Percussion supplies have come in and unboxed. More are on the way!
Our broken wireless system has been received by Shure and is being fixed at the moment. This means that hopefully at the start of this season, we’ll have four wireless mics at our use.
2023 Band Camp Countdown: 5.5 WEEKS
If you are ready to commit, here is the paperwork and registration you will need complete:
Fall 2023 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2023 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
Please fill out these forms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so we can start detailed planning of our fall show. Numbers of the ensemble is very important as it determines our competitive classification, the shape/forms of drill on the field, costume/flag ordering, as well as how many props we can have, how they will move, and how we will stage them. With this, please make it a priority to determine if you will be in marching band or not at the earliest date possible.
If you are still on the fence or have any lingering questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or I (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director at any time. We want you to join marching band but understand that there may be some questions or concerns you may have.
In our years of doing this activity, we have found that marching band for many students leads to the greatest success and positive start to the school year in the band room and the classroom, especially for students newly entering the high school experience.
Have a great summer and keep practicing!
Blake Kuroiwa (he/him/his)
Chemistry Teacher | AVID Site Coordinator
Auxiliary Director of Bands | Mountainside Band Program
Chapter Advisor | Mountainside HOSA - Future Health Professionals
Secretary | Northwest Association for Performing Arts (NWAPA)
June 23, 2023: New Platinum Sponsor!
June 23, 2023: New Platinum Sponsor!
Portland Catering Company is MBB's newest sponsor for the 2023-2024 school year! They are locally owned and highly rated! Check out their website: https://www.portlandcateringcompany.com
Please consider using them for your future catering needs! Thank you for supporting our sponsors!
June 20, 2023: Save the date! Car Wash Fundraiser July 8th!
June 20, 2023: Save the date! Car Wash Fundraiser July 8th!
SAVE THE DATE! Our first car wash is coming up on July 8th! Hope to see you there!
June 12, 2023: New MBB Board for 2023-24
June 12, 2023: New MBB Board for 2023-24
I would like to introduce the Mavericks Band Boosters board members for the 2023-24 school year (our newly elected members are in bold):
President: Patty Grunwald
President-Elect: Stephanie Marr
Secretary: Beth Katona
Secretary-Elect: Carole Searle
Treasurer: Connie Menjivar
Assistant Treasurer: Jeannie Ihde
Volunteer Coordinators: Marilyn Doyle and Holly Oakes
Director of Music Advocacy: Ingrid Arnett
Director of Fundraising: Heather Torpy
We are still looking for a Director of Fundraising-Elect. If a parent of a current band student is interested or has questions, please contact Patty Grunwald at president@mountainsidebands.org
June 11, 2023: MHS Fall 2023 Marching Band Registration is OPEN!
June 11, 2023: MHS Fall 2023 Marching Band Registration is OPEN!
Hi current and future MHS Band Members & Families,
I’m sending this email from the Preview Rehearsal form so I apologize if you are getting this email twice.
Thank you so much for coming and being interested in joining our marching band! It has been an exciting 2 days of rehearsal and an upcoming 2 more rehearsals. The staff and I have discussed how well the students are progressing with all the material we’ve been throwing their way and the rate at which they are learning will forecast a pretty successful season!
2023 Band Camp Countdown: 8 WEEKS
Thank you to the many of you that came to our meeting on Saturday. Here are the slides from that meeting if you’d like to revisit them. At this point, I encourage you to talk to your counterpart (parents with student or student with parents) if you are actually interested and ready to commit to joining the marching band this season. If you are ready to commit, here is the paperwork and registration you will need complete:
Fall 2023 - Mountainside HS Marching Ensemble Registration - this will sign you up for the 2023 marching band and color guard
BSD Travel/Field Trip Forms - complete these forms and either mail them (address provided in the Registration form) or upload electronic copies to the Registration form
Please fill out these forms AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so we can start detailed planning of our fall show. Numbers of the ensemble is very important as it determines our competitive classification, the shape/forms of drill on the field, costume/flag ordering, as well as how many props we can have, how they will move, and how we will stage them. With this, please make it a priority to determine if you will be in marching band or not at the earliest date possible.
If you are still on the fence or have any lingering questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Zander (jeremy_zander@beaverton.k12.or.us), band director, and/or I (blake_kuroiwa@beaverton.k12.or.us), marching band director at any time. We want you to join marching band but understand that there may be some questions or concerns you may have.
In our years of doing this activity, we have found that marching band for many students leads to the greatest success and positive start to the school year in the band room and the classroom, especially for students newly entering the high school experience.
Have a great end to the school year and keep practicing!
Blake Kuroiwa (he/him/his)
June 10, 2023: Mavericks Band Boosters General Meeting PRESENTATION & REGISTRATION LINK
June 10, 2023: Mavericks Band Boosters General Meeting PRESENTATION & REGISTRATION LINK
The Spring Meeting and Marching Band Registration took place on Saturday, June 10th at 9am in the MHS Auditorium. We went over the MBB Board operations, budget, volunteer positions, an in-depth fall show reveal, as well as an overview of the marching band season and our 2024 trip to Disneyland. For students, we played the full fall show MP3 after the meeting.
It is very important that families and students register for marching band as soon as possible as the more secure and earlier we can have our numbers, the faster we can get our designers for the fall show to get started.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at any time.
Blake Kuroiwa (he/him/his)
June 9, 2023: MHS Spring Meeting & Marching Band Registration: SATURDAY 9AM
June 9, 2023: MHS Spring Meeting & Marching Band Registration: SATURDAY 9AM
Just a friendly reminder that the Spring Meeting and Marching Band Registration will happen on Saturday, June 10th at 9am in the MHS Auditorium. Parents and students are invited to this meeting as we will be going over the MBB Board operations, budget, volunteer positions, more in-depth fall show reveal, as well as an overview of the marching band season and our 2024 trip to Disneyland. For students, we will play the full fall show MP3 after the meeting with a projected score.
It is very important that families and students attend and register for marching band as soon as possible as the more secure and earlier we can have our numbers, the faster we can get our designers for the fall show to get started.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at any time.
See you all tomorrow,
Blake Kuroiwa
June 1, 2023: Band Boosters Needs - PLEASE READ
June 1, 2023: Band Boosters Needs - PLEASE READ
Band & Guard Families,
The Mavericks Band Boosters Board is closing out the 2022-2023 year and we are anticipating a GREAT 2023-2024! Supporting our programs and being a part of helping provide the very best opportunities for our kids is a gift, and we’d love to invite you to be a part of it.
Plain and simple — we need more help. We have parents serving in several different roles to fill the existing holes and it is no longer a sustainable model. To make our board strong, healthy, efficient and effective, we need to fill each available role. Traditionally, most positions have been a shared responsibility, helping to lessen the load but also cover the unexpected.
👉🏼 We are looking for four people to fill four co-operative positions on our board for the 2023-2024 school year. Would you kindly look over these roles and consider jumping in?
Co-Volunteer Coordinators (2)
Set up jobs in Better Impact, send volunteer requests to families via email, set-up SignUps (for food donations) when necessary, attend monthly meetings.
Co-Secretary (1)
Learn from our current Secretary, take minutes at our monthly meeting, email minutes to Board for review, help with forms.
Co-Director of Fundraising (1)
Learn from our current Director of Fundraising, help plan/prepare fundraisers, oversee teams running fundraisers, oversee sponsorship program, attend monthly meetings.
PLEASE reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to continuing to work for an enriching, memorable and fulfilling experience for each student in our band and guard programs. This community is truly the best. You won’t regret saying “yes!”
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters 🎵
June 1, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7:30pm
June 1, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7:30pm
Slight time change... MBB Board Meeting - TONIGHT @ 7:30 in the Community Room at MHS (across from the Band room).
This is the last meeting of the school year! We would love to see you!
Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
May 31, 2023: Band Concert tonight at 7pm
May 31, 2023: Band Concert tonight at 7pm
It's FREE In the MHS Auditorium!
May 8, 2023: Outstanding Mt. Hood Jazz Festival Performances
May 8, 2023: Outstanding Mt. Hood Jazz Festival Performances
Congrats to the Mountainside Jazz Orchestra and Mountainside Jazz Ensemble for great performances at the Mt Hood Jazz Festival on Saturday! Both ensembles have shown continual growth this year.
The Jazz Orchestra also finished in 3rd place in the 6A division, which is outstanding! Congrats to the 6A division winner West Salem and 2nd place West Linn!
May 1, 2023: 2023 Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship & Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship Applications
May 1, 2023: 2023 Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship & Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship Applications
Hello MHS Band & Color Guard Seniors!
The Mavericks Band Boosters are accepting applications for the Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship and the Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship.
About the Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship
The Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship is open to any Mountainside Band or Color Guard student who is graduating in 2023 and plans to continue their music or dance education at the college level, regardless of their planned major. The Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship has been established by the Mavericks Band Boosters and is funded by General Fundraising. The Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship is meant to encourage our students to continue their music & dance education beyond high school. The scholarship recipient or recipients of the Mavericks Band Booster Scholarship will be selected by the Mountainside Band Director and a committee of MBB Board members. The amount of the scholarship is a one-time $300.00 grant.
About the Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship
Mike Frainey was a parent of Mountainside band students and was an active volunteer with the band boosters since 2017. He volunteered for nearly every activity he could, including band days, prop building, truck crew for marching band, assisting and solo & ensemble contest, and so much more. He also was very active with the Beaverton Friends of Music. Mike believed in serving others in his community, and he always did it with an infectious smile on his face and encouraging words for everyone around him. Outside of the band world, Mike was well known as an umpire for South Beaverton Girls Little League and Murray Hill Little League. Mike was tragically taken from us all far too soon in April 2022.
The Mike Frainey Memorial Scholarship is open to any Mountainside Band or Color Guard student who is graduating in 2023 and plans to begin attending college in the fall regardless of their planned major. This scholarship is meant to recognize students who have embodied Mike Frainey's commitment to serving the community, whether in serving the band or serving other parts of the school and community. The amount of the scholarship is a one-time $500.00 grant.
Application Instructions:
To apply, you must do the following:
Select two references to complete the MBB Scholarship Reference Form. Your references may complete the form by clicking this link: MBB Scholarship Reference Form 2023
All application materials are due on Friday, May 26th. Please do not hesitate to reach out with questions!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
May 1, 2023: Thank you for making the Marching Band Fundraiser a Huge Success!!
May 1, 2023: Thank you for making the Marching Band Fundraiser a Huge Success!!
Thank you for making the Marching Band Fundraiser a Huge Success!!
Because of our awesome community, we will be able to acquire EVERYTHING on Blake's wish list.
Thank you to everyone who spread the word, donated or cheered us on. You are all amazing.
This Marching Band season is going to be a lot of fun.
We can't wait to see you there!
Goal 1: $2700 Total COMPLETED!!!
All of these items can now be purchased because of you!!
Wireless Microphone System ($1,928)
In-Ear Monitors for Synth & Bass ($125)
Replacement Drum Heads ($106)
Replacement Drum Sticks & Bags ($350)
Paracord for Keyboard Instruments ($60)
Replacement Front Ensemble Mallets ($166)
Goal 2: $4200 Total COMPLETED!!!
All of these items can now be purchased because of you!!
Updating & Expanding Sound Connection ($853)
Front Ensemble Keyboard Microphone Mounts ($315)
Replacement QLR Cables ($87)
Additional Drum Keys ($30)
Additional Vibraphone Mallets ($193)
Goal 3: $5500 Total COMPLETED!!!
All of these items can now be purchased because of you!!
Wireless Microphone System Add-On Equipment ($217)
Additional Field Microphone ($588)
Additional Front Ensemble Microphone ($99)
Additional Quad Stand ($260)
Additional Mallet Bag ($140)
Goal 4: $7000 Total COMPLETED!!!
Yay we have a new tent!!
20x20 Ft Vinyl Tent and Accessories/Storage ($1500)
Sincerely,
The Mavericks Band Boosters
April 27, 2023: Join RaiseRight and Earn $$ for MBB
April 27, 2023: Join RaiseRight and Earn $$ for MBB
We are very excited to announce that we have partnered with Raise Right, formerly known as ShopWithScrip. RaiseRight is a GiftCard purchasing program that donates a percentage of every gift card purchase you make directly back to the Mavericks Band Boosters.
If you have had children in the Beaverton School District for a while you have probably heard of the Scrip program. Now as RaiseRight, they have launched their gift card purchasing program into the digital age. There is no need to walk around with a wallet full of plastic gift cards anymore. You can now purchase a gift card online and use it immediately, no need to plan ahead. They've also developed an online wallet that you can fill up with digital gift cards that you can use for online or in store purchases. Many companies still offer the option of receiving a gift card in the mail though and that's great since they still make amazing gifts.
All you have to do is sign up using this link https://www.raiseright.com/enroll?enrollCode=E74INSGLTN7S and it will automatically set up your account with Mavericks Band Boosters as your default NonProfit. If you already have a Raise Right account you can change your account to include Mavericks Band Boosters as an optional organization to donate to, or you can make us your default NonProfit. If you have questions on how to do this, please email fundraising@mountainsidebands.org.
Please note that percentages vary wildly and change constantly depending on the company and date. We will try and send monthly updates to keep you informed on what company is offering the best percentages. RaiseRight will also keep you informed if you opt in to receive their email updates.
Here is a quick example of how this program can be used. A parent was doing a renovation on their house and knew they were going to need to spend big $$ on supplies. So they filled up their wallet with HomeDepot cards and used them to buy all of the materials for their flooring project. Boom... just like that $2000 purchase @ 4% = $80!!! Directly to us and they didn't have to do too much extra.
REI is a company that normally gives back 8%, that's huge!
Don't forget about Mother's Day, Fathers Day and Graduation.... they are all coming up!
As always we are so grateful that all of you are part of the Mountainside Bands family. We really are blessed to have such a great community. Thank you for your constant support.
April 21, 2023: Spring Band Day - Permission Slips Reminder!
April 21, 2023: Spring Band Day - Permission Slips Reminder!
Hello MHS Band Members,
As of today, a LOT of permission slips are still missing for tomorrow's Band Day. If you have not already done so, please complete your Form C permission slip and submit it to this Google Form. Note: Side 1 is required for all participants, Side 2 is required for volunteer drivers.
We'll see you all at tomorrow's 8:15am call time!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Form C - Private Auto Driver_Passenger Band Day 2023.pdfApril 20, 2023: Volunteers for State Solo Contest
April 20, 2023: Volunteers for State Solo Contest
Dear, Amazing Band Parents,
I know you have been inundated with all my requests for Band Day, but I would also like to make you aware of a super-cool opportunity to represent the Mountainside band program next week!
Saturday, April 29th, Mountainside has the honor of hosting the OSAA State Solo Contest, where we will welcome students from all over the state of Oregon! To make this day run smoothly and successfully for all students and their families (including 13 of our own!), we will need some volunteer help. We would love to invite all band parents to consider these opportunities, even if your child is not participating. This is a great way to meet other band parents and experience some of what we have the privilege to do.
Here are the opportunities:
Friday, April 28th, 2:45p-4:45p
Performance Room Set-Up — 2-3 volunteers
Saturday, April 29th, 7:30a-6:00p (various shifts)
Welcome Table (& concessions) — 2 volunteers, 3 shifts
Elevator Monitor —1 volunteer, 3 shifts
Piano Movers — 4 volunteers
You can find all of these volunteer opportunities at www.myvolunteerpage.com. If you would like to sign up for a spot, but your student is performing in that time-frame, we will cover you during their performance.
THANK YOU!
Stephanie Marr
President Elect
April 18, 2023: BFoM - Parents of Middle School Students
April 18, 2023: BFoM - Parents of Middle School Students
Urgent action alert for parents of any BSD middle school students:
Beaverton Friends of Music needs your help to advocate for equitable access to middle school arts electives including daily, year-round band. This week only, parents of middle school students can sign up for the chance to participate in Parent Focus Groups for the Middle School Schedule Evaluation. There are two sessions only. Both are virtual, and you have to submit a form indicating that you would like to participate.
Tuesday, May 9, 5-6pm for English speaking families
Thursday, May 11, 5-6pm for Spanish speaking families
Help Needed
If you are available to attend the Parent Focus group session, sign up using BSD's form here
Please share this with your friends and music organization contacts and encourage others to attend
Here is some background information:
The Common Middle School Experience (CME) implemented in Fall of 2021 aligned the schedules and elective offerings across all of the comprehensive middle schools in BSD. The CME gave every student access to PE + 2 electives EVERY DAY. This was a positive step forward for music and arts instruction in our district. This schedule is being re-evaluated due to some challenges and negative feedback from Core teachers about class times being too short, larger student loads, and too much passing time. We have heard positive feedback about the schedule from elective teachers, students, and some core teachers.
Our objective in the forum is to bring up the value of high quality, daily music education and the positive impact this has on students. Many students find their purpose and comfort in these elective classes and thrive in their core courses as a result. There are alternate schedule options that do not sacrifice electives and we want to ensure that the district keeps the importance of elective education in mind when making changes. Sharing your experience (and that of your student) with regard to the middle school schedule and the importance of music education in this type of forum is powerful.
Even if the district needs to change the CME, we want them to know that they should preserve daily music, consistency from one school to the next, and two electives in addition to PE. (Cutting back the number of electives can have a negative effect on enrollment in music which then leads to cuts in music.) Just think: having music every day may be the reason a kid wants to go to school every day. If changes need to be made, let's keep that in mind.
Thank you for your willingness to help!
April 18, 2023: Earth Day BottleDrop Match Reminder!!!
April 18, 2023: Earth Day BottleDrop Match Reminder!!!
Mountainside Band and Guard Families and Friends,
This is a Quick reminder to everyone that Oregon BottleDrop is currently matching our bottle/can collections for Earth Week!
From now until April 22nd, the Mavericks Band Boosters (MBB) will receive a 20% match for every blue bag we turn in.
This is a super easy way to help support the band, here's how:
Collect your cans and bottles (with OR deposit)! Let us know if you need blue bags and we'll drop them off, or have your student pick up blue bags from the band room in the cabinet above the sink. *To maximize the amount we receive, please leave caps on water bottles and do not crush cans or plastic bottles.
On Thursday, April 20th at 5:00PM Liz Philbrook will be collecting filled blue bags at the school. You can also drop off your filled blue bags at any bottle drop facility during the match period Now through 22nd.
Please give blue bags to your family, friends and neighbors to fill.
If you have blue bags ready to go now, you can get them to Liz Philbrook on the 20th or drop off your blue bags at a BottleDrop Center, or to one of the many drop sites at Fred Meyers and Safeway stores. If you have money saved up in your bottle drop account you can donate it to MBB through the BottleDrop website and we will still get a 20% match on all funds you donate.
Your participation in this fundraiser is very much appreciated!
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
Bottle Drop Contact:
Liz Philbrook bottledrop@mountainsidebands.org
April 17, 2023: Urgent Request for Band Day Drivers
April 17, 2023: Urgent Request for Band Day Drivers
Band and Guard Parents/Guardians,
We are coming down to the wire, folks! Band Day is THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 22nd, but without your help, this super-important day cannot happen. We still need about 20 adult volunteers to sign up to drive. Please don’t wait to sign up — we have multiple student groups without any drivers. This fundraser helps make possible many of the unique opportunities your student receives as a Mountainside Band or Guard student, and these kids can’t raise money without YOU!
Our band and guard students are the absolute best, most polite, kind and generous kids you will ever have the pleasure of hanging out with. You won't regret saying "YES!"
Sign up at www.myvolunteerpage.com. If you have any questions, please email me at presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org.
THANK YOU,
Stephanie Marr
President Elect
April 22, 2023: Spring Band Day
April 22, 2023: Spring Band Day
Dear MHS Band Parens & Students,
You have likely seen emails from our boosters requesting volunteer drivers for Spring Band Day. This email will shed the light on what, exactly, band day is all about:
For those who aren't familiar with it, Band Day is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and for most of you, it's the ONLY one I will bug you about. On Band Day, we bring groups of 10-12 musicians to several neighborhoods in the MHS area. These student groups play a few songs and go door-to-door to raise funds for the band program. Our community has been very supportive of this fundraising approach, and we hear frequently that people much prefer supporting us financially in this way rather than by purchasing items (e.g. candles, magazines or band candy) because they know that every penny will support the band.
This year's Band Day will be on Saturday, April 22nd. Students will arrive at MHS at 8:15 that morning. We will loan out the band day t-shirts to kids who need them, get students into their groups, and do a brief warmup/practice in the band room. We'll hit the neighborhoods starting around 9am (for which we still need volunteer drivers!), come back around noon for a break and pizza lunch, then visit more neighborhoods from 1pm until around 4pm. Students will be treated to some ice cream upon their return to MHS, then dismissed for home!
Please do the following:
Download Form C (attached to this post), complete it, and return the completed form to us by completing this Google Form.
Page 1 of this form is required for all participating students.
Volunteer drivers must also complete Page 2 of the form
If your child has a conflict and cannot participate in this year's Band Day, please let me know via email so that I can adjust our Band Day groups accordingly. I'd appreciate having this information by Monday, April 10th.
Again, we do need more drivers for the event! While it's a long day, it is a ton of fun, and I can attest that band kids are a lot of fun to be around!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
Form C - Private Auto Driver_Passenger Band Day 2023.pdfApril 7, 2023: WE NEED YOU for Band Day!
April 7, 2023: WE NEED YOU for Band Day!
Hey Band & Guard Parents!
Spring Band Day is in TWO WEEKS! We need 35-40 drivers to make this super-important day happen and we currently only have 7 parents signed up. Those of you who have been around a while know what’s coming…you will keep hearing from me until we get the drivers we need, so go ahead and sign up now! Head to www.myvolunteerpage.com TODAY!
What is Band Day? Band Days are our biggest fundraisers of the year and are not only fun, but help us raise a lot of money to fund awesome opportunities for our entire band program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians and transportation.
What does Band Day look like? Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit! Each group will have 2-3 drivers who will deliver kids to their assigned neighborhoods and walk the route with them.
Come be a part of this awesome day! Get to know some other amazing band paernts and help shuttle approximately 140 students and their instruments/flags to their neighborhood destinations. Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen!
Email me with any questions at presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org. You won't regret saying YES!
THANK YOU,
Stephanie Marr
President Elect
April 3, 2023: April is for Fundraising!
April 3, 2023: April is for Fundraising!
Hello Mountainside High School Band Community,
April is fundraising month and we need your help!
Earth Day Bottle Drop — 20% Match from April 10th-22nd…Save up those blue bags!
Band Day is April 22nd! Sign up to be a driver today @ www.myvolunteerpage.com!
Mavericks Marching Equipment Fundraiser - The whole month of April, or until we reach our goal of $7,000.
As you are aware, marching band requires a great deal of equipment in order to look and sound amazing. These important pieces are constantly exposed to the elements and a lot of our gear has been mended and patched over the years as we have attempted to squeeze every bit of life out of each item, but some equipment pieces are beginning to fail. We are in desperate need of replacing some equipment that is critical to our success as a marching band, as well as providing some upgrades due to our growing numbers!
To answer this need we are holding a fundraiser during the month of April. We need to reach our goal of $7,000 to cover all of our current needs.
Our list, in order of importance is:
Upgrading Wireless System (transmitter/receiver, mics, in-ears)
Replacing Percussion Equipment (drum heads, mallets, sticks)
Upgrading Front Ensemble/Synth Cart (larger digital snake, cables, mounts)
New 20’x20’ Tent (we have more bodies, uniforms & equipment to keep dry!)
Please help us reach our goal! Feel free to forward the email you received to anyone you know who may want to support this excellent program — grandparents, aunts & uncles, friends and businesses! You can print out and display the PDF anywhere you like. We've also included a .jpg for easier social media sharing.
Thank you so much for your support!
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
Please help us support our sponsors:
https://www.accessoryoutfitters.com
https://www.superbowlteriyaki.com
https://www.grovecookiecompany.com
March 14, 2023: Spring Band Day, Comin’ Your Way!
March 14, 2023: Spring Band Day, Comin’ Your Way!
Hey Band and Colorguard Families!
SAVE THE DATE!
I can’t believe I am typing these words, BUT…Spring Band Day is April 22nd, which is less than 6 weeks away! Band Days are our biggest fundraisers of the year and are not only fun, but help us raise a lot of money to fund awesome opportunities for our entire band program like instruments, specialized instruction, clinicians and transportation.
What does Band Day look like? Our students are teamed up into small groups and assigned to various neighborhoods within the Mountainside district, where they play fun tunes and ask for donations. These kids are always a big hit…but! In order for this day to be successful, we will need 👉🏼35-40 drivers to help us shuttle approximately 👉🏼140 students and their instruments/flags to our neighborhood destinations. Students are not allowed to drive for this event, so we need YOU to make it happen!
If you are ready to sign up now, head on over to www.myvolunteerpage.com and look for “2023 Spring Band Day Drivers.” We need time to coordinate the groups and car assignments, so if you’re available on April 22nd from 9-4, please sign up TODAY! *The faster you sign up, the less you’ll hear from me about it! 😉
Also, here are some other dates to put on your calendars:
3/18 Winterguard Performance @ Glencoe HS
3/21 Band Concert (CB, SM, WE) @ MHS, 7pm
4/01 Winterguard Championships @ Liberty HS
4/06 WOU Band Festival (CB & SB)
4/12 Metro-League Band Contest @ MHS (WE)
4/13 Metro-League Jazz Contest @ Sunset HS (Jazz 1 & 2)
4/22 BAND DAY!
4/28 State Chamber Ensemble Contest @ MHCC (qualifiers only)
4/29 State Solo Contest @ MHS (qualifiers only)
5/06 MHCC Jazz Festival
5/13 OSAA State Band Contest @ OSU (WE)
5/20 State Jazz Festival
5/30 Jazz Concert @ MHS, 7pm
5/31 Band Concert (CB, SB, WE) @ MHS, 7pm
6/06 Marching Band Preview Begins
All these events can be found on our website at www.mountainsidebands.org/calendar.
If you have any questions about Band Day, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org!
Thank you!
Stephanie Marr
President-Elect
March 14, 2023: Winter Guard FUNDrive - Soft Goods Donations!
March 14, 2023: Winter Guard FUNDrive - Soft Goods Donations!
Soft goods donation drop off reminder! It's not too late to donate ♥️. Huge thanks to everyone who has already been able to participate.
Keep those bags coming!
February 28, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
February 28, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
We are changing the meeting date this month. Sorry for the inconvenience. Please join us Tuesday, February 28 at 7:00 pm in the Community Room at MHS (across from the Band room).
Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
February 22, 2023: Solo & Ensemble Needs
February 22, 2023: Solo & Ensemble Needs
Hello Band Families,
Next Saturday, March 4th, we have the privilege of hosting the District 15 OMEA Solo & Ensemble Contest at Mountainside High School. This is a very exciting and important day for many student musicians in our greater community and we want to represent our school and band program well. We would love YOUR help to make this day as successful as possible! Please look over the following volunteer needs and sign up where you can today:
Performance Rooms Set-Up — 2-3 people (Friday afternoon, 3/3)
Help student volunteers set up performance rooms per detailed instructions.
Welcome Table — 3-hr shifts (Saturday, 3/4, 7:30-4:30)
Greet musicians and their families as they enter the school and direct them to their practice and performance rooms per the designated maps.
Elevator Monitor — 3-hr shifts (Saturday, 3/4, 7:30-4:30)
Operate school elevator with key for our guests who cannot use the stairs. Would be helpful if you are comfortable giving out your number for guests to alert you when they are ready to come back down.
Performance Room Rest — 2-3 people (Saturday afternoon, 3/4)
Help student volunteers reset performance rooms to original classroom design at the end of day. Help remove directional signs and arrows from walls.
Head to myvolunteerpage.com to sign up TODAY!
Thank you!
February 4, 2023: Congratulations Henry Marr!
February 4, 2023: Congratulations Henry Marr!
February 2, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
February 2, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
The next meeting of the MBB board will take place on Thursday, February 2nd at 7pm in the MHS Community Room (across from the Band room).
Our Board Meetings are on the first Thursday of every month. Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
January 27, 2023: Band & Guard Parents, WE NEED YOU!
January 27, 2023: Band & Guard Parents, WE NEED YOU!
Hey Band & Guard Families!
We are about half-way through an awesome year and looking forward to great things this next semester!
The Mavericks Band Boosters are actively seeking a handful of dedicated parents/guardians to fill our open board and coordinator positions to finish out this year and also serve in the 2023-2024 school year. The MBB is a non-profit 501(c)(3) that exists to support all Mountainside High School band and colorguard programs. We provide fundraising, volunteers and hands-on help to make our programs the very best they can be for our students. We hold monthly meetings, on the first Thursday of every month (all parents/guardians welcome!).
Would you take a few minutes to read over the open positions and consider joining us? All positions are yearly commitments. We are hoping for parents who would like to jump in and start shadowing now, and continue their commitment through the next school year.
OPEN BOARD POSITIONS:
Co-Secretary (1)
This is a shared position that manages student forms (all activities), takes notes at monthly board meetings and assists parents at registration meetings (marching/guard). We currently have one parent in this position who you would shadow/help for the remainder of this school year.
Co-Volunteer Coordinators (2)
This is a shared position that helps in the recruitment of volunteers for our programs ( all band/guard). These individuals should have good communication and time-management skills and be comfortable around a computer. Most of this job can be completed from the comfort of your own couch! There are currently no volunteer coordinators, but you would shadow and be trained by me (Stephanie) until you were comfortable taking over.
Co-Director of Fundraising
This is a shared position that oversees our fundraising activities and sponsorship program. These individuals connect with and raise support from our amazing neighboring community. We currently have one parent in this position who you would shadow/help for the remainder of this school year.
OPEN NON-BOARD POSITIONS:
Band Day Coordinator
This person helps organize and run our biggest fundraisers of the year! Band Day is a full day (Saturday) event where groups of students walk our school’s neighborhoods, knock on doors, play their instruments and throw their flags to raise money. Band Day occurs twice a year: once in the Fall (marching band only) and once in the Spring (all school bands). We need a point person to plan and assign neighborhood routes for student groups (routes already established), place and remove signs before/after event and oversee the general planning and needs for these important fundraising days.
Bottle-Drop Coordinator (for 2023-2024)
This person would be our point of contact with the Bottle Drop organization and would be responsible for keeping our blue bag supply at the school filled, providing blue bags to families as needed, collecting blue bags from the band room, occasionally making bag drops, and coordinating two matching events per year. We currently have a parent in this position who could begin the training process for a smooth transition to next year.
BFoM (Beaverton Friends of Music) Support
Have you ever wondered how decisions are made that affect students in the Beaverton School District? Beaverton Friends of Music (BFoM) is seeking new parents who want to learn about how to build positive, long term relationships with the administration and school board members. Join Ingrid Arnett, Mountainside's Director of Music Advocacy, at BFoM's monthly (virtual) meetings and learn more about how you might also be able to positively affect the future of arts education in our district in the years to come.
Did you make it this far? THANK YOU for taking the time to look over our needs and for considering how you could play a part in helping make our band/guard programs the very best for our kids. It must be said…we work as a team and have a lot of fun together! If you have any questions, please reach out to me at presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Stephanie Marr
President Elect
Mountainside Bands & Ensembles
January 10, 2023: Beaverton Friends of Music (BFoM) Listening Session
January 10, 2023: Beaverton Friends of Music (BFoM) Listening Session
Dear Parents of All Music Students,
We are writing to you with an urgent request. The Beaverton School District is currently holding listening sessions that will potentially inform the district's next strategic plan.
The next BSD listening session is January 10th from 6:30-7:30 at Mountainside High School in the Community Room - and we are in need of any and all you who can attend to be there.
As you can imagine, it is critical that the board and administration hear from parents that music is one of the things you value for your student(s). Please, if you can, plan on attending the next listening session, and let them hear your feelings on the value and benefit of school music for your student(s).
Why is this request urgent? Because it is much more effective for decision makers to hear from you before they make changes that may affect the choices and opportunities our students have to take part in music at school. We must be proactive rather than reactive to ensure the continued access to music that our students enjoy today.
Does this request apply to you? Yes! How?
Did your student have opportunities in elementary school and middle school that helped prepare them for high school music? Does the existence of school music give your child a sense of community and fulfillment? Even if you have a student who will graduate before the new strategic plan is in place, please speak for those who will follow!
There is something else you should know. The health of high school programs like the ones we have at Mountainside are dependent on many things, including the existence and quality of middle school programs.
Did you know that the district implemented a Common Middle School Experience two years ago that ensured ALL middle schools offer both band and choir and a choice of two electives plus PE? Before the CME policy was in place, students across the district did not have the same foundation and did not enter high school ready to excel together with their peers. We must show our support for equitable access to music for all students.
So, please come to the listening session and speak up for music now when it is most important. Let your voice be heard in support of k-12 music; equal access and choices for all students; and quality instruction at the elementary, middle, and high school level. If you have any questions, please contact Ingrid Arnett at musicadvocacy@mountainsidebands.org.
Thank you!
Ingrid Arnett
MBB Director of Music Advocacy
January 5, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
January 5, 2023: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
The next meeting of the MBB board will take place on January 5th at 7pm in the MHS Community Room (across from the Band room).
Our Board Meetings are on the first Thursday of every month. Please join us!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
January 3, 2023: Basketball Band Reminders
January 3, 2023: Basketball Band Reminders
Dear MHS Band Members,
Happy New Year and welcome back!
Basketball Band season begins tonight with a performance by the Blue Band - call time is 5pm. We will distribute T-shirts for students as they arrive tonight (Silver band members are welcome to come tonight, but will be able to pick them up at their first game next week, too.)
Reminders:
If you are unable to attend a game you've been assigned to, it is your responsibility to find a sub from the other band. You DO NOT need to inform Mr. Zander (or Blake) about your absence; your sub will sign in and indicate they are subbing for you.
The basketball band dates have been added to our calendar at mountainsidebands.org
All hours for basketball band games (including the pre-game rehearsals) can be counted towards your Service hours requirement (and for CAS for all IB students). Students are responsible for logging and reporting their own hours.
The full Basketball Band Info document and finalized rosters have been emailed in case you need to review anything.
Thanks! Go Mavs!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
December 21, 2022: BSD Activity Fee for Band
December 21, 2022: BSD Activity Fee for Band
Dear MHS Band Students,
I've been contacted by a few of you over the past few weeks regarding a fee posted to your students' accounts for their participation in a band class. BSD imposes an $85 ASB activity fee for all students who are enrolled in a band, choir, orchestra, or theater class OR are in an extra-curricular group (musical, marching band, etc.). The disclosure for this fee was posted in the course catalog last spring.
It is important to note that each student is only required to pay this fee once per year, so if you already paid this around the time of marching band registration, you do not need to pay it again! Also, consideration is given to families who meet eligibility for free/reduced lunch. Please contact the MHS bookkeeping office if you have further questions about this fee.
Thank you!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
http://www.mountainsidebands.org
OMEA Immediate Past-President
zanderje@beaverton.k12.or.us
December 20, 2022: MBB received a $283.98 donation from AmazonSmile!
December 20, 2022: MBB received a $283.98 donation from AmazonSmile!
AmazonSmile has made a charitable donation to the Mavericks Band Boosters, in the amount of $283.98 as a result of qualifying purchases made by customers between July 1st - September 30th.
AmazonSmile has made a charitable donation to the Mavericks Band Boosters, in the amount of $283.98 as a result of qualifying purchases made by customers between July 1st - September 30th.
Thanks to customers shopping at smile.amazon.com or using the Amazon app with AmazonSmile turned ON, everyday purchases make an impact. So far, AmazonSmile has donated:
$1,261.74 to Mavericks Band Boosters
$1,261.74 to Mavericks Band Boosters
December 2, 2022: Basketball Band Info 2023
December 2, 2022: Basketball Band Info 2023
Please read the email sent out by Mr Zander today (12/2) and review the attachments that detail the expectations for Basketball Band.
8th grade marching band members, you are invited to attend any of the basketball games. Please let Mr Zander know if you'd like to be added to a roster!
Please let Mr Zander know via email if any of the following circumstances apply to you:
You need to be placed on a different roster for transportation reasons (e.g. getting a ride with a neighbor)
You plan to play a different instrument for basketball band
Your name is missing from the roster (percussionist names are NOT on the roster - percussionists who are interested in playing drumset for basketball band should notify Mr. Zander via email).
If you have some kind of conflict that would prevent you from participating in most or all of the basketball games, such as involvement in cheer, dance, basketball, winter color guard, or other winter sport. In cases like these, I can excuse participation from Basketball Band.
December 1, 2022: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
December 1, 2022: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
The next meeting of the MBB board will take place on Thursday, December 1st at 7pm in the MHS Community Room (across from the band room).
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
November 30, 2022: Last Chance for BottleDrop Matching!
November 30, 2022: Last Chance for BottleDrop Matching!
Thursday, December 1st, is our last chance to receive a 20% match on our blue bags! If you have bags to contribute but need help getting them to the BottleDrop Redemption Center, please contact Liz Philbrook ASAP to schedule a pick-up/drop-off time.
Liz Philbrook
bottledrop@mountainsidebands.org
503-718-4348
Thank you for helping make our program awesome!
November 30, 2022: Last Chance for Color Guard's Winter Wreath fundraiser
November 30, 2022: Last Chance for Color Guard's Winter Wreath fundraiser
If you would like to purchase anything please contact Heather at fundraising@mountainsidebands.org. She will deliver them to you or the School, if you live in the area. Thanks for your support! (View Heather's post on the Mountainside Bands & Band Boosters - Members, Parents, Staff, & Alumni Facebook page for the most current availability.)
November 29, 2022: Yuletide at Mountainside Tickets On Sale Now!
November 29, 2022: Yuletide at Mountainside Tickets On Sale Now!
Tickets for the 2022 Yuletide at Mountainside are on sale now!
For those who don't know, Yuletide at Mountainside is our annual musical holiday extravaganza featuring performances by our bands and choirs as well as a number of small student-led ensembles. It is a magical experience for our audience and we look forward to seeing you there! Performances will be in the MHS auditorium at 7pm on Tuesday, December 13th, Wednesday, December 14th, and Thursday, December 15th.
New this year - Cocoa, Cookies, and Carols Night: Wednesday’s ticket price includes admission to a pre-show gathering. The doors to the Commons will open at 6:15, where our guests will be treated to comforting cocoa, delicious cookies, and festive holiday carols before the main show starts.
Ordering tickets in advance is strongly advised, as we anticipate the possibility of sold out performances. Tickets may be ordered at https://tinyurl.com/YuletideAtMountainside2022 and are priced as follows:
Tuesday/Thursday Prices:
Premium Reserved Seating: $15 online or $20 at the door
Regular Reserved Seating: $10 online or $15 at the door
Wednesday Prices (including pre-show Cookies, Carols, and Cocoa):
Premium Reserved Seating: $20 online or $25 at the door
Regular Reserved Seating: $15 online or $20 at the door
Get your tickets today!
November 21, 2022: Congratulations All-Northwest Honor Group Music Conference students!
November 21, 2022: Congratulations All-Northwest Honor Group Music Conference students!
Congratulations to the following students from Mountainside HS who were selected to participate in an All-Northwest Honor group at this year’s All-Northwest Music Conference:
All-Northwest Honor Band
Liam Andrews (percussion)
Tori Hand, All-NW Band (percussion)
Henry Marr, All-NW Band (trumpet)
Kalina Rencher, All-NW Band (flute)
All-Northwest Honor Orchestra:
Carter Cluff (percussion)
Rowan Oakes-Harada (horn)
These students were selected among thousands of applicants from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Alaska, Wyoming, and Montana. Congrats to them for this huge achievement!
November 8, 2022: Marching Band Award Banquet
November 8, 2022: Marching Band Award Banquet
The Marching Band Awards Banquet is right around the corner! This special evening is a celebration of our kids’ hard work and accomplishments over the last 2.5 months. Our students (and staff!) are amazing and we want to celebrate them with a delicious dessert potluck, so please join us and bring a treat to share!
When: Tuesday, November 8th
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Where: MHS Commons
Who: All marching & guard students AND their families!
Bring: A dessert to share, homemade or store-bought
Volunteer on the Pit Crew for the NWAPA Championships
Volunteer on the Pit Crew for the NWAPA Championships
The NWAPA Championships at Autzen Stadium is this Saturday! Our students have worked so hard and have accomplished amazing things this season, and we are excited to support and cheer them on this Saturday!
We are *almost* there in terms of volunteer needs, but we need SIX MORE volunteers for Pit Crew. We don’t have our official itinerary yet, but we would need you for the entirety of the day in Eugene, from about mid-morning until about 10 PM in the evening (firm details coming). It’s a long day but an AWESOME day with the best parent community around! Can YOU help us out?
What does Pit Crew do?
You would arrive first to Autzen Stadium and help unload our trucks of all equipment and instruments. This team puts together Camp Mountainside — setting up the tents and creating our uniform and food stations. When students are warming up or performing, Pit Crews helps push the front ensemble instruments and equipment to where it needs to go (for both prelims and finals). At the conclusion of our final performance, Pit Crew will tear down Camp Mountainside, then reload the trucks and head home. These amazing parents are the backbone of our whole operation and we are so grateful for how they take care of our students and volunteer teams!
Please consider joining us for this awesome finale to our 2022 season. Go to myvolunteerpage.com and look for “2022 Pit Crew - Competitions” to sign up TODAY!
Oct 31,2022: Prep for Championships this weekend and the End of Marching Season
Oct 31,2022: Prep for Championships this weekend and the End of Marching Season
It's championships week! Please note:
The band will be performing pep tunes ONLY for Friday night's football game; no half-time show.
Saturday is a LOOOONG day. Plan ahead throughout the week, grabbing as much rest whenever you can get it.
Truck unloading will take place on Sunday afternoon - plan to help unload the truck if you are in pit, drumline, guard, or sousaphone sections.
On Monday after school next week, we will be cleaning up from marching season. All pit, drumline, guard, section leaders, drum majors, and anyone who used a school-owned instrument will need to attend. Clean up starts at 2:45pm.
Oct 31,2022: Schedule Change this Week
Oct 31,2022: Schedule Change this Week
This week we prepare for the most important performance of the season, NWAPA Championships. Due to this and the successes of the football team, we have a few updates for this Thursday and Friday. Please see the details below:
THURSDAY REHEARSAL:
This rehearsal will shift to 4:30 - 7:30. This change is reflected in the online calendar. Coach Mannion & the football team have been flexible and a great partner throughout the whole season and we have figured out a way to have the stadium field on Thursday for a whole 3 hours. This means that BOTH of our full ensemble rehearsals will be on the stadium field which is VERY valuable.
FRIDAY FOOTBALL GAME:
The football team is ranked 6th in state and has secured an at-home first round playoff game. CONGRATS TO THEM! This means we have an added football game. We will NOT be performing the halftime show to allow the parents to pack the trucks early and make their way to Eugene in a timely manner. (There will be a truck staying later to pack the tubas & battery equipment.)
Call time for EVERYONE will be 6:15
Winds & Battery: We will be doing the normal football routine with pep band music in the stands. Please come prepared with rain gear, MHS/spirit theme attire, music, water, and instrument.
Front Ensemble: You will be preparing your instruments and equipment to be loaded on the truck. When you are complete, you will be excused.
Guard: You will also be preparing your uniforms and equipment to be loaded on the truck. Katy will have more details for you.
Thank you all for being flexible and understanding as we prepare for this weekend as well as supporting our football team. If you have any questions or concerns, please let Blake Kuroiwa know.
Century Showcase 2022: 5th Place
Century Showcase 2022: 5th Place
Congratulations to our hard working musicians. Great energy in the run at the Century Showcase!
Oct 29, 2022: Century Showcase Volunteers Needed
Oct 29, 2022: Century Showcase Volunteers Needed
Please consider spending the day with the absolute BEST students and most AMAZING parent community? Your help means everything to our students and also makes our comp days run smoothly and successfully. Please don’t wait to sign up as this can make it hard to plan our day. Head to www.myvolunteerpage.com and sign up NOW!
Saturday, October 29th - Century Showcase @ Hillsboro Stadium
*Pit Crew - Arrive early to Camp Mountainside to set up camp, push front ensemble and other equipment to warm-ups and on/off field for shows, tear down camp at end of day and unload trucks back at school. THIS TEAM IS ESSENTIAL TO THE SUCCESS OF OUR DAY. Without a full pit-crew, we cannot get equipment on and off the field in a timely manner (this can count against us!) and parents/students will be pulling double duty.
*Chaperones -Ride bus to and from competition, accompany students throughout the day, help keep students safe, assist students as needed.
👉🏼 Both of these roles have a lot of downtime and opportunities to sit and enjoy the company of other parents (or to read a book!). And volunteers get a front row seat to our show!
Liberty Marching Arts Challenge: High Visuals and 2nd Place Overall
Liberty Marching Arts Challenge: High Visuals and 2nd Place Overall
Congratulations to our students for recieving High Visurals and placing 2nd overall at the Liberty March Arts Challenge!
Band Booster Sponsorship Program
Band Booster Sponsorship Program
We are very excited to announce our updated Mavericks Band Boosters sponsorship program. Our new sponsorship perks provide numerous opportunities for our community to engage with and support local businesses, while also raising funds for our amazing music program at Mountainside High School.
As many of you know, getting adequate funding to provide students with a high school level music program requires a lot of support. Oftentimes, funding for the arts program is the first to get cut in a school's budget. With your help, we can build and maintain a program that is diverse and competitive.
Please consider becoming a Patron by donating as little as $20 or sign up for one of our Business Level sponsorship tiers. If you know a business owner in the area who you think would like to join us, direct them to our website. Note: All sponsors must fill out and return the 2022-2023 Sponsorship Form to be eligible for any sponsor perks. After receiving your form and payment the fundraising team will reach out to you directly.
Thank you for your support!
What does it take to be in Marching Band?
What does it take to be in Marching Band?
Food Donations Needed: Drop off Oct 20th
Food Donations Needed: Drop off Oct 20th
Our food team is busy planning another delicious meal for students and volunteers at our next competition, but would love some help providing desserts and drinks. If you are able to help, please sign up here: https://signup.com/go/xzvjamR.
Desserts can be homemade or store bought. Please drop off all donations at MHS on October 20th between 7:00-7:30pm by the outside doors to the band hall, or email jrathbun12@comcast.net to make other arrangements.
Thank you for helping fill bellies and putting smiles on our students' faces!
Volunteers Needed: Liberty Marching Arts Challenge at Hillsboro Stadium
Volunteers Needed: Liberty Marching Arts Challenge at Hillsboro Stadium
Our next competition is in less than two weeks and we have lots of opportunities available for you to help out. Volunteers get a front row seat to our show! You can sign up TODAY at www.myvolunteerpage.com. The quicker we fill these roles, the less you’ll hear from me! 😉
Friday, October 21st — Truck Loading from 5-7pm
*Truck Loaders (NEED 3 MORE)
- Come help load up the trucks for competition! Bring your work gloves and wear closed toe shoes! **Most equipment is on wheels but some items do require a bit of muscle.
Saturday, October 22nd - Liberty Marching Arts Challenge @ Hillsboro Stadium
*Chaperones (NEED 4 FOR BAND, 1 MORE FOR GUARD)
- Ride bus with students to and from competition. Accompany students for the entirety of competition day, helping with various needs as they come up. Please look for specific sign up (Band or Colorguard).
*Pit Crew (NEED 7 MORE)
- This essential team arrives at competition site first, sets up Camp Mountainside (tents, uniform & food stations, benches, etc), helps students push equipment on and off the field for each performance (2x each competition day), breaks down Camp Mountainside at conclusion of day and helps unload the truck at the school. These volunteers are the bones of our whole operation and we cannot do competition days without them!
As always, we are so grateful for our parents and how you make our band community a fun and positive place to belong! THANK YOU to everyone who is already signed up to serve in various roles next week!
Questions? Please email me at presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org.
Sherwood Fall Showcase: 2nd Overall
Sherwood Fall Showcase: 2nd Overall
Congratulations to our students for placing 2nd overall at the Sherwood Fall Showcase! We had an awesome day, thanks to our students’ hard work and all the amazing parents who stepped in to volunteer.
Marching Season Competition FAQ
Marching Season Competition FAQ
]What is the difference between Preliminary and Finals? Most competitions consist of two parts. Preliminary Competition (or prelims) happens in the morning and early afternoon. Finals Competition takes place in the evening. All groups perform in prelims, while only those who are invited stay for the finals. This number varies according to the venue, but is between 15-20 bands. If fewer than 15 bands performed in prelims, then all of the bands will typically return for finals.
How is the order of performance determined? Prelim performance time is based on a lottery system. At a meeting held in August, the show order is determined in a random drawing to determine which order the individual bands will go in within their class. Depending on the number of participating bands, the first performance is sometime around 9 or 10am, with the last prelim performance around 3:30. After an awards ceremony and a dinner break, the Finals begin.
Finals performance order is in reverse order of the preliminary scores without regard to classification. That is, the highest scoring preliminary band will go last in Finals. Finals awards are generally at 9:45pm. It is a long but very eventful and rewarding day!
What is A Class? AA Class? AAA Class? There are four classes of performing groups. Class A contains the smaller groups, while AAAA is the largest groups.
What is the Awards Retreat? For both Prelims and Finals, representatives from the band (usually the Drum Majors and Guard Captains) line up on the field and wait for the results to be announced. When their school's name is called, the representatives salute and step forward to receive any trophies/awards. It is also quite common for representatives to honor other bands by saluting them in some fashion when they receive an award.
How are the bands scored at competition? Six judges evaluate each group at each performance. Details for scoring are listed in the program for the event (these cost anywhere from $2-$5, depending on the venue, but are usually worth every penny). The categories include Music General Effect, Music Ensemble, Music Individual, Visual General Effect, Visual Ensemble, and Visual Individual. Different categories hold different weights toward the total score. The maximum score is 100. Trophies are given for third, second, and first place, as well as for "Caption Awards", such as High General Effect (combined Visual GE and Music GE), High Visual (combined individual and ensemble visual), High Music (combined individual and ensemble music), High Percussion, and High Auxiliary.
What should I know about etiquette at these events? Even though competitions are held in football stadiums, fan behavior is not the same as at a game.
There are definite protocol expectations that are common to all marching band competitions.
Please do not enter the stadium during a band performance. Visiting the concession stands between performances is often a great way to support the host band, but do not expect to re-enter if a band has begun playing. This is for the comfort of the audience watching the show, and to avoid distractions for the players.
For the same reason, do not leave the seating area during a performance, unless it is an emergency.
Please turn off cell phones during performances, or at least set them to "vibrate"
Please try to refrain from loud gum-chewing, program rattling, or other noisemakers during performances
Except for applauding and cheering, chit-chat during a performance is also discouraged. This bothers those around you who are trying to pay attention to the performance.
Try to wear Mountainside colors and look for other Mountainside parents to sit next to.
As world-class fans, we cheer for everyone! Booing is in extremely poor taste. Similarly, any comments about another school's program, or even students from our own program need to be limited to positive comments only. Besides the fact that we do not win by putting others down, you never know who is sitting nearby. We have something to learn from every single school that has a program, and our primary goal is to support the overall education of all children in every school.
When our students are in uniform, they are working. Please do not expect to pull them away from the rest of the group. If you do want to remove your student from the rest of the Mountainside group, or if you have other questions, please check with the head chaperone. Please do not expect a private conference with the Directors or another staff member on a competition day. Their focus is 100% on our students.
After the prelims, please offer only positive comments to our students. Directors and the staff will handle anything that needs to be corrected. Genuine praise is always welcome!
What should I bring as an audience member? You might be more comfortable if you bring:
A stadium seat. Even though most venues have chairs with backs, sometimes the seats are hard, and another layer of cushions is welcome. Some venues, such as at Evergreen HS are only able to provide bleacher seats.
A blanket, gloves, a hat, and a warm coat. It gets chilly up there by the evening. Dressing in layers is the best way to go.
Water and/or a thermos of tea or coffee, and snacks. These are available at the concessions stands, but sometimes it is difficult to get to the stands when you would like to, and it does not add to your overall cost.
A pen or two for recording scores. It's fun to keep track of everyone through the season.
GO MAVERICKS!
Jeremy M. Zander
Director of Bands
Mountainside High School
October 7 & 8, 2022: Critical Need for Volunteers
October 7 & 8, 2022: Critical Need for Volunteers
We are critically low on volunteers. Please look through the opportunities below and consider signing up to help with Pit Crew or as a Chaperone. If we do not fill these roles, our students will not have the support they need to have a successful competition day. Our kids have worked so hard to get to this point and we want to make sure they have everything they need! Will you help?
👉🏼 All opportunities can be found at www.myvolunteerpage.com.
Friday, 10/7 - Football Game
*Pit Crew (Need 7 more)
- Help students push equipment on and off field for halftime show.
Saturday, 10/8 - Competition @ Sherwood High School
🆘 Pit Crew (NEED 9 MORE)
- This essential team arrives at competition site first, sets up Camp Mountainside (tents, uniform & food stations, benches, etc), helps students push equipment on and off the field for each performance (2x each competition day), breaks down Camp Mountainside at conclusion of day and helps unload the truck at the school. These volunteers are the bones of our whole operation and we cannot do competition days without them!
*Chaperones - Band (Need 3 more) & Colorguard (Need 1 more)
- Hang out with students for the entirety of competition day, helping with various needs as they come up. Must be able to pull a wagon with water and other equipment. Please look for specific sign up (Band or Colorguard).
THANK YOU to those who have already signed up and who have served in different roles this year so far. Our marching program is awesome because we have amazing parents! Let’s keep it going!
October 6, 2022: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
October 6, 2022: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
The next meeting of the MBB board will take place on October 6 at 7pm in the MHS Community Room (across from the band room).
If you are a Marching LEAD, please attend this meeting. We will have a short meeting to discuss the upcoming Sherwood Fall Showcase!
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
Order Show Shirts through Sept 20!
Order Show Shirts through Sept 20!
The wait is over! The apparel store for our Show Shirts is now OPEN!
PLEASE NOTE: All Marching and Color Guard members will receive a show t-shirt from the Band Boosters. Anything in addition to the t-shirt will need to be ordered through the link provided. https://stores.inksoft.com/mhs_bands_show_apparel_fall_2022/shop/home
The store will only be open for ONE WEEK. So please don't hesitate ordering your merchandise.
Store Opens: 9/12/22
Store Closes: 9/20/22
Pick-up/ Ship: 10/5/22
Please reach out if you have any questions at president@mountainsidebands.org.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities!
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities!
Lots of upcoming volunteer opportunities for you to sign up for!
Saturday, 9/17 - Front Walls Work Party
*10:00am - 1:00pm
We need help putting the front walls for our show together! This includes removing the old vinyls, minor repairs to the frames as needed, ironing out the new vinyls and attaching them to the frames. No experience necessary! If you are available THIS SATURDAY from 10-1, to start this process, please sign up on Better Impact — the more, the merrier.
Any of the following would be super helpful to bring:
-Hammer
-Flathead screwdriver
-An iron with a towel
-Staple gun w/staples
Thursday, 9/22 - Football Game
*Uniform Team
*Pit Crew
*Band Seating in Grandstands
Friday, 9/23 - Marching Band Picture Day
*Uniform Team
Sign up for these opportunities today at www.myvolunteerpage.com! Thanks for helping make our band program awesome!
September 10, 2022: Information for Beaverton Parade and Band Day
September 10, 2022: Information for Beaverton Parade and Band Day
What to bring on Saturday for Beaverton Parade and Band Day:
• Under-Uniform apparel (black shoes, socks, shirt)
• Band Day clothes • Instrument and supplies
• LOTS of Water (to drink w lunch AND during band day)
• Snacks (lunch is provided, but snacks are always a good idea)
• Sunscreen/hat/sunglasses and other rehearsal supplies
Meet at the school at 8am and you will be dismissed at 5pm.
If you have any questions please contact presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org.
How to Volunteer with the Mountainside Band
How to Volunteer with the Mountainside Band
• Parents that have not volunteered before… BSD requires that all volunteers complete an application and background check process in order to help at our events. The application page is: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/communications-community-involvement/volunteer
• If you are already an approved BSD volunteer and need to have Mountainside added to your profile… please email: update_volunteer_locations@beaverton.k12.or.us (Note the underscores between words).
• Per OAR 333-019-1030, all volunteers — whether inside or outside, whether during the school day or after-school hours — must receive either two-dose Pfizer or Moderna vaccine OR the single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine AND be at least 14 days past their final vaccine dose. At this point, booster shots are not required.
Volunteers who are unable to be vaccinated due to a documented medical condition (including pregnancy) or due to a sincerely held religious belief must submit the required Oregon Health Authority (OHA) exception form.
How to upload your vaccine card:
Login to your myimpactpage.com profile.
On the right side of the screen, click on the My Profile tab and then Additional Information.
Scroll to the Beaverton School District and then click on the Select Organization button.
From this new screen, scroll down to the bottom to the COVID Vaccination section and click on the Choose File button to upload a copy of your card or exception.
After you select the file make sure to click on the green Save button to complete the upload
If you have any questions please contact presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org.
September 10, 2022: Volunteers Needed for Beaverton Parade and Band Day
September 10, 2022: Volunteers Needed for Beaverton Parade and Band Day
Saturday, September 10th will be a big day for the marching band and we still need quite a lot of help to make it happen!
Beaverton Parade:
*Chaperones
We need volunteers to chaperone students at the parade. Chaperones will ride the bus to and from parade, walk the parade route with students and help provide water when needed. There will be one or two wagons to pull with water and emergency items. This is a fun day in our community and a great way to represent our school! 8:00AM-12:30PM
Band Day:
*Drivers
We still need MANY more drivers to make this day possible. Drivers will be grouped up with one or two other parents to drive pods of students to neighborhoods in our school boundary, where they will knock on doors, play their instruments and ask for donations. Band Day is our most important fundraiser of the year, which helps make all of our band programs successful, including marching band. Please sign up to be a part of this fun afternoon with students! Car assignments will begin this coming Tuesday, so please don’t wait to sign up! 1:00-4:00PM
All volunteer opportunities can be found at www.myvolunteerpage.com. Please email me at presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org if you have any questions.
Thank you for helping make our band program awesome!
September 1, 2022: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
September 1, 2022: MBB Board Meeting 7pm
The next meeting of the MBB board with take place on Thursday, September 1 at 7pm in the MHS Community Room (across from the band room).
ALL band parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Questions or items for the agenda should be emailed to president@mountainsidebands.org.
August 29, 2022: Band Online Store Now Open!
August 29, 2022: Band Online Store Now Open!
We are happy to announce that our MHS Band online store is open! Band apparel and accessories are offered for anyone who celebrates and enjoys music at Mountainside, and can be worn at competitions, festivals, and events all year long.
Order here: https://stores.inksoft.com/mountainside-hs-fall-2022/shop/home
Please note the online store CLOSES on September 12, 2022. Don't hesitate in ordering your apparel!
Items can be shipped to your home address or picked up at Adams Screenprint in Sherwood on October 3, 2022. You may select which option best fits your needs as you complete your order.
Many items are available for personalization. This option is useful for students to be able to identify their specific swag since they will have identical items.
For our new marching families who may not know what to order, the most useful items for students have been the duffel bag (personalized) and warm clothing.
We are offering some new items this year: MHS Performance t-shirt - black (dri-fit), Beanie, Booney Hat, and Fanny Pack!
**COMING SOON**
Show Shirt - I apologize for the inconvenience, but the show shirt will be available in a separate online store that will be provided to you very soon. The Fall Marching show shirt design is offered in both t-shirt and pullover hoodie sweatshirt versions. The back of the shirt has a list of all the Marchers for our 2022 season. The pullover hoodie sweatshirt version can be personalized for an additional fee.
Please Note: All of the marchers and color guard will receive a show t-shirt. Any additional items will need to be purchased.
Please reach out if you have any questions at president@mountainsidebands.org.
August 27, 2022: Marching Band Preview Performance and Potluck
August 27, 2022: Marching Band Preview Performance and Potluck
Welcome to our 2022 marching season! We are excited to kick off another great year and what better way to do that than our annual Parent Preview Performance & Potluck?! On Saturday, August 27th at 5 PM, your family is invited to join us for a BBQ potluck, followed by a preview performance, where our students will show us all the amazing things they have learned during band camp. You won't want to miss it!
The Mavericks Band Boosters will be providing burgers, buns and condiments for all in attendance but we would love your help in providing sides, desserts and drinks for this event. You can visit this link to sign up for items today: Food Donation Sign-Up. All food items can be delivered to the tables set up by the stadium concessions between 4:30-4:45pm on 8/27. If you are donating drinks, you can drop them off on 8/25 or 8/26 during the dinner block, between 5-6 pm at the school (someone will be near the outside doors to the band hall to receive your drink donations).
Also! We need volunteers to make this evening a success, so if you are able to help us with any of the roles listed below, please visit Better Impact at www.myvolunteerpage.com to sign up TODAY!
UNIFORMS (look for 2022-23 Uniform Team, 8/27 on Better Impact)
- 4:45 - 8:30 pm
- Assist students as they get into their uniforms for the first time! Also, help students put their uniforms away correctly at the end of the night.FOOD TEAM (look for 2022 Food Crew, 8/27, various times on Better Impact)
- 4-5pm Set-up
- 5-6 pm Serving at BBQ
- 6-7 pm Clean-up
Thank you for helping us make this day a fun celebration of our students' hard work! If you have any questions, please email presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org.
August 24, 2022: Volunteer FAQ Meeting
August 24, 2022: Volunteer FAQ Meeting
Getting closer to the start of a new school year means that football games and competition days are fast approaching (not to mention the Beaverton Parade and Band Day!). If you haven’t heard me say this already, it takes a small city to make marching band happen! Parents/guardians are an immeasurable resource to our program and make it possible for our students to have their best performances possible.
With many new incoming families this year, there are naturally a lot of questions about the various volunteer opportunities that make marching season run smoothly. We would love for you to join us for a casual Volunteer FAQ Meeting on Wednesday, August 24th, from 5-6 PM. Drop dinner off with your student and meet us in the Community Room (across the hall from the band room) where our volunteer leads will be available to provide insight to their specific roles and answer all your questions.
Marching Band Volunteer Opportunities:
Pit Crew (The show literally can’t happen without this team!)
Uniform Crew
Food Team
Chaperone Team
If you are unable to join us on Wednesday, please feel free to email your inquires to presidentelect@mountainsidebands.org. We look forward to seeing you there!
August 24, 2022: Mav Up Picture Day for Marching Band Students
August 24, 2022: Mav Up Picture Day for Marching Band Students
Mav Up Days (School Pictures!): Don't forget the school has set aside a special time for marching band students and athletes to get ready for the school year. Our block of time is on Wednesday, Aug. 24th from 8-9am. This is NOT grade dependent. This is for all marching band students.
August 22-26, 2022: Band Camp Dress Up Days
August 22-26, 2022: Band Camp Dress Up Days
As it is tradition, the colorguard has come up with themed dress up days this week to create and connect our great band community. My hope is that you will participate in AT LEAST ONE dress up day throughout this week. But also, during full ensemble, we will still need you to be in white and black for your respective sections. By the way, I also email and encourage our staff to also participate in these days as it is pretty fun for everyone! So...here they are:
Mis-match Monday - stripes and polka dots, the worst the better
Twin Tuesday - match with a friend or a group of friends
Wednesdays We Wear Pink - this is in honor of Mean Girls cause on Wednesdays, we wear pink
Throwback Thursday - wear anything from the past like an old school, something from the past, or a random past decade
Colors of the Rainbow Friday - pick any colors from the rainbow and wear it from head to toe
Holiday Swag Saturday - pick any holiday and sport the swag from that holiday
Email Excerpt from Blake Kuroiwa, 'Mid-Band Camp Update', Aug 21, 2022, 10:54 AM
August 13, 2022: Marching Band Registration/Info Meeting
August 13, 2022: Marching Band Registration/Info Meeting
Mark your calendars for the Saturday, Aug 13th Marching Band Registration/Info Meeting and Uniform fitting.
We will meet this Saturday at 9am in the MHS Auditorium for an informational meeting about the upcoming Marching Ensemble and Color Guard season. At this meeting, we will cover the following topics:
How to sign up for marching band
What to expect at band camp and future rehearsals
An overview of the full marching band season
What to expect at marching band competitions
A brief overview of the budget of the program and costs involved for participants
A meet & greet for parent volunteers and those wishing to get involved with volunteering
A Q&A session to answer anything we did not already address.
Hello Mountainside High School Band Community,
April is fundraising month and we need your help!
Earth Day Bottle Drop — 20% Match from April 10th-22nd…Save up those blue bags!
Band Day is April 22nd! Sign up to be a driver today @ www.myvolunteerpage.com!
Mavericks Marching Equipment Fundraiser - The whole month of April, or until we reach our goal of $7,000.
As you are aware, marching band requires a great deal of equipment in order to look and sound amazing. These important pieces are constantly exposed to the elements and a lot of our gear has been mended and patched over the years as we have attempted to squeeze every bit of life out of each item, but some equipment pieces are beginning to fail. We are in desperate need of replacing some equipment that is critical to our success as a marching band, as well as providing some upgrades due to our growing numbers!
To answer this need we are holding a fundraiser during the month of April. We need to reach our goal of $7,000 to cover all of our current needs.
Our list, in order of importance is:
Upgrading Wireless System (transmitter/receiver, mics, in-ears)
Replacing Percussion Equipment (drum heads, mallets, sticks)
Upgrading Front Ensemble/Synth Cart (larger digital snake, cables, mounts)
New 20’x20’ Tent (we have more bodies, uniforms & equipment to keep dry!)
Please help us reach our goal! Feel free to forward the email you received to anyone you know who may want to support this excellent program — grandparents, aunts & uncles, friends and businesses! You can print out and display the PDF anywhere you like. We've also included a .jpg for easier social media sharing.
Thank you so much for your support!
Sincerely,
Mavericks Band Boosters
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Feb 27, 2024: Winter Guard Value Village Fundraiser Continues!
Feb 27, 2024: Winter Guard Value Village Fundraiser Continues!
Please see the updated fundriaser flyer here! Now accepting donations through April 3rd!
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