Congrats to Freshman Abby Fox for being recognized with a scholarship from The University of Akron Band Camp this past June. She is looking forward to attending next year’s camp. This was the second year that a Perry student was awarded a scholarship.
Pre Marching Band Announcements
1. A reminder that uniform fittings are this week. Tuesday for Seniors/Juniors, and Thursday for Freshmen/Sophomores.
2. Leadership Retreat is this Thursday! Meet at Bolivar NTR Canoe no later than 11:30AM.
3. First Marching Band rehearsal will be Monday, July 15th at 8AM. Remember to be early as rehearsal will BEGIN at 8AM. We will meet in the main band room for music rehearsal to start the day.
4. Please be sure that you have ordered your marching shoes (black Drillmasters). If you do not have these in time for the HOF parade, you will not be marching with us in the parade.
5. A friendly reminder that your summer attendance will be a major part in earning a spot in our competition show. Students with unexcused absences/tardies will be the first to be put on alternate status.
6. Take some time this week to reintroduce yourself to your instrument. We want to get started on the right(left) foot this Monday!
Congratulations to PHSMB Twirler Emily Rinehart
Congratulations to Emily Rinehart for her incredible achievements this year in twirling! Emily has won the following awards this season:
2013 Advance Junior Ohio State Solo Champion
2013 Advance Junior Ohio State Rhythmic Twirl Champion
2013 Advance Junior Great Lakes Regional Strutting Champion
2013 Advance Junior Great Lakes Regional 3 Baton Champion
2013 Advance Junior Great Lakes Regional Rhythmic Twirl Champion
Leadership Retreat
The Leadership Retreat is this Thursday in Bolivar, OH. Plan to meet at the Bolivar NTR Canoe Livery at 11:30 AM.
Please print and fill out the following release form. Bring this with you to the retreat. Click here to download release form.
Congratulations to Color Guard member Madison Morgan!
Congratulations to PHSMB Color Guard member, Madison Morgan, for being recognized for outstanding achievement at the Fred J Miller Flag Camp. Madison will receive a scholarship from FJM to reflect her achievements.
Corrected Links
It was brought to our attention that the music PDF links on the Marching Band page for the Phantom show were incorrect. The issue is now resolved, and all parts should be correct. If you have not downloaded the new closer parts and score(field commanders), please do so before July 15th.
Closer Update
The closer for the Phantom Show has been updated with a new ending. Please download updated scores/parts if needed.
Football Show Files
Audio files for our 2013 Football Show are now on the Marching Band page. Tunes will be:
Don’t Fear The Reaper (yes…we will use lots of cowbell)
The Time Warp (majorette feature)
We Are Family (closer)
Are you ready for Marching Band???
With the start of Marching Band just around the corner, please read the following to make sure you are prepared!
1. Get outside! It’s never too early to start getting acclimated to the weather/sun. The more outdoor activity you do now, the easier those first summer rehearsals will be.
2. Bring water and stay hydrated! You are permitted to bring water jugs, bottles, Camel-Baks, etc to all rehearsals. Make sure these are filled with plenty of WATER to stay hydrated during rehearsals.
3. Block the sun! Bring sun glasses, hats, and plenty of sun screen. We will be spending hours in the sun…the more comfortable you make yourself, the better off you will be.
4. Tennis shoes! No flip flops or sandals at rehearsals. Your directors (and feet) will thank you.
5. Make sure you have all music in a flip folder with lyre. If you show up without a flip folder, you will not be marching. No exceptions.
6. Play your instrument! The more time you put in NOW, the more we will accomplish once rehearsal begins. Lost your music? Contact your section leader.
7. Get your band shoes ordered early so they will be here for pictures/HOF parade. We march in BLACK DRILLMASTER shoes for performances. These can be ordered at The Band Shoppe, or any other retailer you choose. Visit our “Supplies” link to shop for shoes!
8. Uniform fittings on July 9th and 11th! Be there or be…..without a uniform.
9. Now is a great time to sign up for private lessons with one of our local pros! Visit the Lessons link to contact an instructor.
10. Practice!
11. Be ready to show up with a positive attitude so we can be Good, Better, Best!
12. Go practice some more!
Welcome Mr. Sterling!
We are excited to announce that Mr. Joe Sterling will be joining the Perry Band staff this upcoming year! Mr. Sterling comes to us after teaching at Glenoak HS for the past 10 years. While at Glenoak, his band consistently earned Superior ratings at the district and state level. In addition, Mr. Sterling serves as professor of trombone at Kent State University-Stark.
Mr. Sterling holds a Bachelor’s degree in Trombone Performance and a Master’s degree in Music Education, both from The University of Akron. Mr. Sterling will be leading our 6th Grade Band, Concert Band, and running the brass section with our Marching Band.
Mr. Sterling resides in North Canton with his wife Kelli, and two sons: Carter and Jack.