Welcome to the LONG BLUE LINE. We hope you are having a wonderful summer and wanted to check in with a few final reminders before we kick off the 2023 MB season on July 24th. We have been hard at working making preparations and designing the 23 Marching Band Season and Production titled…CONNECT! The show promises to connect to audiences and feature exciting and emotional music and visual designs! Make sure you don’t miss out on this amazing experience. We will also debut brand new, custom designed marching band uniforms this year!
CLICK HERE FOR BAND PROMO VIDEO
The first summer rehearsal is coming up on July 24th from 8:30-12:30. Please arrive at 8:00 AM in order to prepare and turn in forms outside the band room. All students must be picked up no later than 15 minutes following rehearsal conclusion. Thank you for respecting the time of all involved. A gallon water jug, comfortable sneakers, sunscreen, and other items are important for every rehearsal. See the member manual for all the details. Make sure to sync your calendars at McGavockBand.com/calendar. All rehearsals are important, and all students are expected at every rehearsal to help ensure we are ready for the first performance! Marching Band requires much patience and repetition as students learn the techniques required and attendance plays a vital role in the success of our group. Thank you for committing to this tradition of excellence and trusting the directors and staff as we push our students to reach new levels of achievement and to become the best version of themselves along the way.
Make sure to officially register for the MB by clicking here and completing the short 2023 MB Registration Form if you have yet to do so. We must know you will be participating as we prepare to write drill and make final financial commitments and preparations for the season. There are several other required forms that must also be turned in on July 24th. CLICK HERE to access the required forms page. GO BIG MAC!
Mr. Hazlett and Mr. DePriest
OFFICIAL 2023 SHOW LOGO
The official 2023 Show LOGO for CONNECT revealed. CLICK HERE for image. All MB students will be provided an official show shirt with the image to wear at the first home game performance! CLICK HERE for Reveal Trailer Video.
MB REGISTRATION
REMINDER – all new and returning students wishing to be members of the 2023 Marching Band must complete the online registration form at McGavockBand.com/registration ASAP, this was due in May. Make sure you don’t miss out on this amazing experience and lifelong memories! The McGavock Band has a rich tradition and has room for all experience levels of student. CLICK HERE for testimonial.
UPCOMING DATES/BAND CALENDAR
A reminder of upcoming dates from the band calendar. CLICK HERE FOR FULL BAND CALENDAR AND TO SYNC TO YOUR PHONE. All rehearsals are important, and all students are expected at every rehearsal to help ensure we are ready for the first performance! Performances are mandatory. Marching Band requires patience, diligence, and repetition as students learn the techniques required. Attendance plays a vital role in the success of our group. If a student is sick or has an emergency and must miss a rehearsal, an email from a parent is required to the band directors. Any student failing to participate actively during rehearsal must be picked up by a parent and taken home. Adequate breaks are provided for students. The band room opens 30 minutes prior to rehearsal and all students must be picked up no later than 15 minutes following rehearsal conclusion. Thank you for respecting the time of all involved. Please see the member manual for more details.
| | 7/24/2023 | MB – REHEARSAL | McGavock HS Band Room | ALL FORMS DUE TODAY (McGavockBand.com/Forms) 8:00 AM BAND ROOM OPENS 8:30 VISUAL REHEARSAL 10:30 MUSIC REHEARSAL 12:30 PM DISMISSAL ALL STUDENTS PICKED UP 12:45 BAND ROOM CLOSES | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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| | 7/25/2023 | MB – REHEARSAL | Band Room | 8:00 AM BAND ROOM OPENS 8:30 VISUAL REHEARSAL 10:30 MUSIC REHEARSAL 12:30 DISMISSAL ALL STUDENTS PICKED UP 12:45 BAND ROOM CLOSES | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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| | 7/26/2023 | MB- REHEARSAL | Band Room | 8:00 AM BAND ROOM OPENS 8:00 – 8:30 FORMS COLLECTION OUTSIDE BAND ROOM 8:30 VISUAL REHEARSAL 10:30 MUSIC REHEARSAL 12:30 PM BRING SACK LUNCH 1:30 FULL ENSEMBLE 4:30 DISMISSAL ALL STUDENTS PICKED UP 4:40 BAND ROOM CLOSES | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
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| | 7/27/2023 | MB – REHEARSAL | Band Room | 8:00 AM BAND ROOM OPENS 8:00 – 8:30 FORMS COLLECTION OUTSIDE BAND ROOM 8:30 VISUAL REHEARSAL 10:30 MUSIC REHEARSAL 12:30 PM BRING SACK LUNCH 1:30 FULL ENSEMBLE 4:30 DISMISSAL ALL STUDENTS PICKED UP 4:40 BAND ROOM CLOSES | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| | 7/28/2023 NO REHEARSALS, VIEW DCI DRUM CORPS IN THE AREA | ||||
FORMS/PHYSICALS
Required forms are due at 8 AM before rehearsal on Monday, July 24th. Please drop off at the table outside the band room including all required signatures. Please make sure and read the McGavock Band Member Manual for other requirements including donation of bottled water cases, apparel requirements, attendance expectations, parent roles, etc. Click Here to access the forms and info from the band website. All MB students must have a new and updated physical completed after May 1, 2023 to participate. All signatures must be present to be turned in.
MEMBER MANUAL
Click Here for the McGavock Band Member Manual on the band website. This short document has important info and answers to many questions!
BAND PARENTS/BOOSTERS
THE FIRST BAND BOOSTER/PARENT MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. All Band Parents are expected to attend band booster meetings and volunteer, fundraise, and cheer on your student throughout the year. It takes everyone to help ensure the successful operation of the program. Currently, the band booster board is still finding a path forward and will communicate more details as they begin their work. We will post and announce the first parent/booster meeting once it is finalized. Meetings usually occur in the North East Cafeteria or in the Band Room. The current board for 2023/24 is President, Matthew Sneed, Vice President, Martha Lopez, Secretary Misty Crowell, Treasurer, Chilyere Smith. The booster board will need to fill in a few positions and will be reaching out to positive, energetic, resourceful, and supportive parents as they move forward.
FUNDRAISING
The Booster Board will be offering several fundraisers this year in order to ensure the successful operation of the program. Every parent and student plays an important role in the financial success of the program. Make sure and attend the first parent/booster meeting (TBD) when it is announced to hear more details and how you can play an important part in this essential aspect for the band. It takes everyone doing their part to ensure the financial success of the Band! Due to extremely low participation last year, the booster executive board is seeking ways to activate more families for fundraising opportunities and reaching out to the community. If you have connections or expertise in this area please contact Band Booster President, Matthew Sneed at President@McGavockBand.com
MUSIC/INSTRUMENTS
Music Links will be provided soon for downloading stands music, warm-ups, show music, etc. Please practice prior to full band rehearsals to be as prepared as possible. Any student needing instruments should see Mr. DePriest at the first rehearsal to check out a school owned instrument. Parent signatures are required upon check out.
UNIFORMS
We will debut brand new, custom designed marching band uniforms this year! All students will be responsible for turning in uniform items in a neat and orderly fashion after every performance. Students must provide their own long black socks, black marching band shoes, and compression wear under their uniform. Students must ensure all items are stored properly and take responsibility for them.
QUESTIONS?
Do you have questions? Please email the directors or booster board at mcgavockband.com/contact and we will do our best to help. Make sure and attend the first band parent/booster meeting when it is announced!
