Playoff Scenario

Here's the way Badin COULD still make the playoffs:

1) They MUST beat McNicholas
2) Fenwick MUST beat Carroll and Ross MUST beat Northwest
3) 2 of the following 3 teams MUST lose:
- Miami East (playing 9-0 Ansonia)
- West Jefferson (playing 8-1 Liberty Union)
- Bishop Ready (playing a 7-2 team)

If these things happen, Badin could still be a #7 or #8 seed in the playoffs. We'll have to wait and see!

Parky's Farm

Thanks to the Parky's Farm crew from Sunday night! We were well-staffed, and everything seemed to go smoothly.

Football, Marching Band and Drumline...

We WILL have a Marching Band rehearsal this Friday from 3:00 - 4:00 pm.
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To prepare for Open House on November 1, we will have 3 Music Room clean-up days: Wed. Oct 28 from 2:30 - 5:00, Thurs. Oct 29 from 2:30 - 5:00, and (If needed) Friday, October 30 from the end of Marching Band until 5:00.



Class points or Service Hours will be available for all participants. Remember: Oct. 30 is the END OF THE QUARTER!!!!



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Due to Mr. Schubert's travels out-of-country and the Music Room cleaning days, Drumline will resume its regular Wed and Thurs rehearsals on Wed., November 11.

My Apologies...

I am sorry that I have not sent this week's update sooner. Both of the boys have been sick, and I have been kept very busy running between doctors and pharmacies.

On that note...

I will NOT be at Badin after 6th Period (F Period) on Friday because I must take Jordan to Cincinnati Children's for a neurological consult. If you need to take instruments home, you MUST take them no later than the end of Concert Band class on Friday or you will be locked out.

I apologize for the inconvenience.

Parky's Farm

Despite the nasty weather last week, Parky's Farm was a fun time. Thanks to Sarah Begley for pinch-hitting as our 2nd "Chaperone" for the evening.

Currently, we have reached our "minimum" number for Sunday night, but I would hope that we could have another 2-3 students and/or adults sign up in order to cover us in case of call-offs (like those we had on Friday).

If you turned in a liability waiver for last Friday, you need to fill out another one for Sunday!

See you there!

Football, Marching Band and Drumline...

The Badin football team is currently ranked 6th in the Region, which would make them a playoff team if the season ended today. Plan to have a Marching Band rehearsal on Friday, October 30 from 3:00 - 4:00 to prepare for playoffs. We will use the Chicago/Styx/Doobie Brothers show as the playoff program.

Also, plan on having an AWAY football game on Friday, November 6 for the 1st round of playoffs. In all likelihood this game will take place at a location AT LEAST 2 hours away from Badin. More details about report time, meals, and other considerations will be announced once the playoff picture is certain.

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To prepare for Open House on November 1, we will have 3 Music Room clean-up days: Wed. Oct 28 from 2:30 - 5:00, Thurs. Oct 29 from 2:30 - 5:00, and (If needed) Friday, October 30 from the end of Marching Band until 5:00.

Class points or Service Hours will be available for all participants. Remember: Oct. 30 is the END OF THE QUARTER!!!!

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Due to Mr. Schubert's travels out-of-country and the Music Room cleaning days, Drumline will resume its regular Wed and Thurs rehearsals on Wed., November 11.

Parky's Farm

We have reached our minimum sign-up number for Friday night at Parky's Farm, but could use a few more. Parents are welcome as well as students.

Remember to arrive by 5:00 PM, and dress for the weather as most of the activities are outdoors.

In case of very bad weather (not just sprinkles), the event may be canceled. If in doubt, check the Badin Music blog after 4:00 on Friday, OR call this number for information:513 - 728-3551 ext 355

Football Stuff

This Saturday is the LAST HOME football game of the season. All should report to Badin by 6:00 PM to load equipment and change into dress uniform. The bus leaves at 6:30 PM.

The Senior Night activities begin at 7:00 at the stadium.

Badin is currently rated 9th in the region's computer-points rankings. The top 8 teams qualify for playoffs, so the team is still very much alive. Keep your Friday nights open for possible playoff games in November.

The 1st Round game would be at the higher-seeded school, which right now would appear to be either Coldwater or St. Henry. Either way, it's about 2 hours by yellow bus (each way).

Due to Parky's Farm, there will be NO MARCHING BAND rehearsal on Friday. Also, there will be no marching band next Friday, either. The next Marching Band rehearsal will be on Friday, October 30 UNLESS the team has been mathematically eliminated from the playoffs at that point.

Other Items....

There will be NO DRUMLINE REHEARSAL on Wednesday, October 14 or Thursday, October 15.

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Music Boosters Meeter Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 PM in the Music Room!

Rehearsal Changes

There are several rehearsal changes for the next 10 days.

There is NO PERCUSSION REHEARSAL on Wednesday, Sept. 30 OR THURSDAY, Oct. 1. There will be a student-led rehearsal (Mr. Schubert will not be in attendance, but Mr. Moore will supervise) on Wednesday, October 7.

Marching Band rehearsal will be from 3:00 until 5:00 on Friday, October 2. Be prepared to practice OUTSIDE - RAIN OR SHINE! We will be rehearsing pregame, halftime AND parade music and marching for Homecoming. There will be NO MARCHING BAND rehearsal on Friday, October 9 due to the OCEA convention. See below for the special Homecoming schedule.

Homecoming Schedule for Band

Friday, October 9:
No School due to OCEA Convention
No after-school rehearsal

All participants should meet at HAMILTON FRESHMAN SCHOOL on Washington Blvd. at 5:00 PM. Participants are responsible for their own transportation!!! There is no bus, and no trailer for this performance. Those who need to have their equipment transported must meet Mr. Moore at the Music Room at 4:15 PM to load into his truck -OR- find alternative transportation of the equipment.

Uniform:
Badin Band Members: Badin Band summer uniform T-shirt with blue jeans and clean athletic shoes - no hat for this performance.

Alumni and Parochial Band members: "Past/Present/Future" T-shirt (some will be on hand if you do not already have one) with blue jeans and comfortable shoes.

Timeline:

4:15 - those needing equipment transport meet Mr. Moore at Music Room
5:00 - ALL meet at Hamilton Freshman School
5:30 - parade begins
6:30 (approx.) - band meets in east end zone bleachers
7:10 - Badin Band takes field for Pregame; Alumni and Parochial bands join Badin band on field during Fight Song.
7:30 - Pregame ends, all reassemble in east end zone bleachers
Halftime: Badin Band takes field for halftime presentation; Homecoming Court
3rd Quarter: Pizza and Drinks in east End Zone for all participants. Additional food & drinks available from concession stands.
4th Quarter: All reassemble in east end zone stands
End of Game: All responsible for transportation home. Meet parents at end zone stands for pick-up.

Parky's Farm

We will once again be volunteering at Parky's Farm this year. If you are new, Parky's Farm is a fun night of activities for elementary and preschool children and their families. Badin students and parents assist with activities such as the hayride, moon bounce, rock-climbing wall, and other activities. In exchange, the Hamilton County Park District provides a cash donation to our organization.

In addition to the fun and fundraising, Badin students may receive additional benefits for participating. Students may receive EITHER class credit of 2 points / hour OR Badin Service Hours (in accordance with Religion department guidelines) for the event.

Participants must fill out a liability waiver. Sign-up sheets for the two nights are currently posted in the Music Room, or you may sign up online here:

http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0Akk7xX27EGjtdHp6TVpJWUkwT09reFl6eFZCQVRLUlE&hl=en

TV-19 Friday

Mr. Allen Says:

"Very nice job by the band today playing continually and keeping the crowd revved up!!

That was a lot of fun!"

Mrs. Gray says:

"Mike -
You and the band did a fantastic job today!"

..and I agree. Excellent job this morning, everyone! Below are links to some of Fox 19's web version of the broadcast. I should have a commercial-free version for everyone by Tuesday or so!

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Marching Band Friday Schedule

Here's the schedule for Friday:

3:00 - Rehearsal begins on "field"
5:15 - Break for dinner
5:30 - Dinner begins in Faculty Dining Room (provided by Music Boosters)
6:15 - In uniform, trailer loaded
6:30 - Bus Rolls!
6:50 - Arrive at Schwarm Stadium, unload
7:10 - Pregame show begins [Fight Song, Star-Spangled Banner, Alma Mater, "Tunnel"]
Approx. 8:20 - Haltime Show Begins [Fight Song, Satisfaction, Fuzzy Pickles, Paint It Black]
After Halftime - 3rd Quarter Break - students may visit END ZONE concession stand for free and reduced price snacks. Return to band with 1:30 remaining in the 3rd Quarter
Approx. 10:00 - game ends - load trailer
Approx. 10:30 - arrive at Badin

Summer Uniforms will be used for this performance. In case of rain, emergency rain ponchos will be handy.

Pep Band TV

Thanks to those students who played for the Freshman day on Tuesday. The group looked sharp on TV-5, and I had many great comments about the sound. Be ready for our next TV appearance next Friday morning on Channel 19's morning show!

Edline

Students who have classes with Mr. Moore and their parents will want to check Edline frequently this year. Many class assignments will be posted there, and students will find any missed assignments there as well.

Grades will look strange for a few weeks because of the new points system. Some grades will be unusually high, and others unusually low until the numbers have a week or two to start averaging out. Don't panic (at least not yet!) By the time of the first Interim reports the numbers will be an accurate representation of class efforts.

Yard Sale Fundraiser

On August 8 (that's THIS SATURDAY!)from 10 am until 3 PM we will be hosting a Yard Sale fundraiser at Badin. This will occur rain or shine, and WE NEED YOU to help make this event successful. How can you help?
- Sellers are needed to run the tables
- Set-up / Take Down crews are needed for Friday evening and Saturday
- Send your donations for sale! Mr. Moore is at Badin from 10-3 today through Thursday, and Mrs. Cifuentes will be there on Friday for item drop-off.
- Spread the news!

We will incorporate our Entertainment Book Sale and possibly other fundraising ideas (concessions, etc) if we have enough workers.

Both students and parents are needed!

Marching Band Photos

The group photo for Marching Band will take place on Friday, August 14 at Badin. This photo will be featured in the Fall Sports program and the Badin yearbook.

The Marching Band / Color Guard photo will be taken at 6:00 PM. We will use the summer uniform. If you marched on July 4, you already have one. If you need one, uniform parts will be available in the Music Room before the photo - simply bring white socks and clean athletic shoes (and your instrument, of course) for the photo, and you can change into uniform when you arrive.

I will be in the Music Room, hopefully, by 5:15. (I have a court hearing for the foster kids at 3:30). Individual and small-group photos are also available. Envelopes for these photos can be obtained in the Badin office, and they will also be available at the time of the photo - please bring a check if you would like one of these packages.

Music Data Forms

Any student who plans to participate in ANY Badin music group this school year is asked to visit the following web page and fill out the required data:

http://www.students.badinmusic.org/

This will help me, and also the Music Boosters to have a better idea about this year's resource requirements for each group, and will help us get a head start on the upcoming school year.

So, if you plan to participate in: Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Color Guard, Concert Choir, Middle School Concert Band or any other group, please respond!

Band Camp!

Marching Band and Color Guard:

Band Camp will take place from August 17 - 21, 8:00 am until Noon.

Be There!!!

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, August 8: Yard Sale Fundraiser 10 - 3

Wednesday, August 12: Music Booster Meeting 7:00

Friday, August 14: Marching Band / Color Guard Photos 6:00

Monday, August 17 - Friday, August 21: Band Camp 8:00 AM until Noon

Friday, August 28: Marching Band @ Badin Home Football