26-27 Band Announcements

Aug 23

LATEST ANNOUNCEMENT

Monday, Sep 28, 2026: 7am marching rehearsal.
Tuesday, Sep 29, 2026: NO ZERO HOUR.
Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 & Friday, Oct 2, 2026: 7am marching rehearsal through 1st hour.
Thursday, Oct 1, 2026: Marching rehearsal 5–7pm.

5pm call time at SME. Dress in full uniform at SME and bring your garment bag and hat box.
Wear your SHOW SHIRT under your uniform
Buses depart SME at 5:30pm.
The exhibition begins at 7pm at SM SOUTH Stadium. This event is FREE and Open to the Public! East performs third.
Rain date: Oct 5, 2026 at 7pm.

5pm call time at SME; buses depart at 5:30pm.
Wear your BLUE BAND SHIRT under your uniform
Football vs. Gardner Edgerton at SM NORTH.
Band Family Tailgate: planned for before the game. Details will be added when confirmed.

Link to Festival Packet -- Itineraries, Spectator Info, etc
11:30am call time at SM NORTH. There are NO BUSES; students must arrange their own transportation.
Wear your SHOW SHIRT under your uniform (please wash it after Monday…)
Eat lunch before you arrive! Upon arrival, get into uniform, pre-stage props, warm up in sections, and prepare for visual rehearsal.
1:30pm: East’s preliminary performance. Boosters will provide snacks after the performance.
2:20pm: Preliminary awards. Our finals performance time will depend on preliminary results.
4:00pm: Dinner.
5pm: Finals begin, according to the current festival schedule.
8:20pm: Finals awards. Please plan for a full day at SM North.

Thank you to all of the parents and supporters who have helped with equipment, props, water, food, transportation, and so much more. Your time and support make these experiences possible for our students!
We still have many open slots and opportunities to help at upcoming events. Whether you have volunteered before or are joining us for the first time, we would love your help. Please visit Marching Band Volunteer Signups in ParentSquare and choose a shift that works for you.

Seniors: complete the Senior Band Night Information Form by Oct 5, 2026. Senior Recognition Night is Oct 22, 2026 at SM SOUTH.
KMEA District Concert & Jazz: let the directors know by Oct 5, 2026 if you plan to audition. Auditions are Nov 7, 2026; selected students must be available Dec 4, 2026 and Dec 5, 2026. Prepare the concert excerpts and jazz excerpts.
Glow Show — Friday, Oct 9, 2026, about 10 minutes after the football game. Start gathering battery-powered LED or wearable lights so you are visible on the field!
Volleyball concessions — Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026, 5:15–8pm. Help from families without a jazz performer that evening is especially appreciated. View the Volleyball Concessions signup.
Thank you to families who have paid band dues! If you receive a balance reminder from the boosters, please follow up. Payment plans are available; contact the booster treasurer for help.

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