March 21-24 2022

SME Class Schedule This Week

  • As a reminder, Monday: EVEN, Tues: EVEN, Wed: ODD, Thu: EVEN (late start), Fri: ODD

Elementary Honor Band Tuesday 3/22 After School

  • Student helpers 3:15-5:15

London Trip Announcements

Please check the London Trip Announcements for new information & reminders!

Upcoming Band Events: Please check your calendar, the band calendar, and let us know if there are any questions or conflicts!

  • Tuesday, 3/29, 7pm @ SME: SMSD Symphonic Band Showcase (Symphonic Band only)
  • Friday, 4/1, dismiss at 10:15, return at 7pm: Washburn Jazz Festival (Blue Notes and Blue Knights)
  • Thursday, 4/7, 7pm @ SMNW: SMSD Concert Band Showcase (Concert Band only)
  • Saturday, 4/9, all day @ Olathe South HS: Regional Solo & Ensemble Festival
  • Tuesday, 4/12, 6:30pm @ SME: 5th Annual Mattress Sale parent/student kickoff meeting
  • Wednesday, 4/13, various times @ Blue Valley SWHS: State Large Groups (Concert, Symphonic Band)
  • Wednesday, 4/20, 6:30pm @ SME: East Area Band Festival (all bands)
  • Friday, 4/22, TBA @ SM West: Jazz on the Bridge
  • Friday, 4/29, 6:30pm @ SME: Jazz Night 2022
  • Saturday, 4/30, TBA @ Washburn Rural HS (Topeka): State Solo & Ensemble Festival
  • Sunday, 5/1, 10am-5pm @ SME: 5th Annual Mattress Sale Fundraiser
  • Friday, 5/6, 6pm @ SME: Mr. Stinky Feet/SME London Trip Fundraiser
  • Wednesday, 5/11, 7pm @ SME: Spring Band Concert
  • Monday, 5/16, 6pm @ SME: Band Banquet & Awards
  • Tuesday, 5/17, 5pm @ SMN: Graduation (all 9th-11th graders in Concert/Symphonic Band)

Mr. Stinky Feet & SME Band London Trip Fundraising Concert 5/6/2022

  • Mark your calendars! The SME Band will be teaming up with renowned musician Jim Cosgrove, also known as “Mr. Stinky Feet” (also an SME Band Dad!)
  • Members of the SME Music Theory class are adapting some of his hit songs that he performed with the Kansas City Symphony for the SME band, and we will be performing together in the SME Auditorium
  • Event will feature guest artists, concessions, games, and fun family-oriented activities
  • All proceeds from the event will go toward the SME Lancer Band trip to London in December
  • Volunteers will be needed! Please email Phaedra, lancersinlondon@gmail.com if you are interested in helping us run this awesome event
  • See Jim’s info here: https://jimcosgrove.com/