And We're Off...

The 2008-09 Marching Band season has begun! Thanks to all who came out to today's rehearsal, and especially those who stayed after for the trailer cleaning. The next rehearsal is Thursday, 9:00 am until Noon. Any veteran marchers who cannot make it to rehearsal but intend to march on Friday please email me ASAP.

Also, any veterans who have extra band polos, or whose shirt is too small and needs an upgrade, please bring your shirts to rehearsal on Thursday.

I'm looking forward to a great season, and I hope you are, too!

On a side-note, I realized today that this is my 21st year of teaching marching band! Now I feel old!

Summer Band

Only a handful of players responded to the call for Summer Band. With so few interested, and with gas prices as they are, we will put the summer group on hold for this year.

Web Page Re-Vamp

The Badin Music page is currently under re-construction. The new version should be easier to read and navigate. In the meantime, some pages have the "new" look while others are unchanged. Some items may be in a different location than before.

Color Guard Camp

Color Guard Camp is scheduled for July 21-25 from 8:00 am until Noon. There is no charge for camp. If you know of any potential members, have them come out. No prior experience is necessary!

On The Horizon...

Dates to Remember:


Thursday, July 3 - MB Parade practice 9 am - Noon

Friday, July 4 - Independence Day Parade!

Private Lessons

Any students interested in private lessons may schedule times beginning next Monday, July 7. Times are available between 9:00 and 10:30 am, and between 1:30 and 3:30 pm.

Email me your requested times if interested.