Directors Notes





Congratulations to the Broken Arrow Indoor - 2016 WGI Mid-South Regional Scholastic World Champions!
Broken Arrow Indoor completed their 2016 season at the WGI Mid-South Regional in Bowling Green, KY and finished 1st in Percussion-Scholastic World among some of the most respected and competitive programs in the country. Broken Arrow finished 1st in Finals with a score of 87.3, winning the Music, Visual, and General Effect-Visual captions. This is the second year of the Indoor Program, and this year the group has brought home two Regional Championships; first at the Dallas Regional in Open Class and now at the Mid-South Regional in World Class.

Congratulations to all members on an outstanding performance and momentous season; the group truly exceeded all expectations and have now set the tone for a bright and encouraging future in the young development of the Indoor Program. Thank you to all of the chaperones, volunteers, and operations crew throughout the season for your work, time, and effort- this project and program can not be done without you all, and the staff and members are forever grateful for your service.

A special thank you to the design and instructional staff for your commitment and belief in the program to continue to raise the level of performance for all members- our talented and devoted team includes the following:
Jim Wunderlich, Front Ensemble and Electronics Designer
Tim Fairbanks, Visual Designer
Tony Nunez, Battery Arranger
Adam Wiencken, Director
Zach Schlicher, Instructor
Tyler Simmons, Front Ensemble Instructor
Noren Davison, Visual Instructor
Chris Kaflik, Visual Instructor

Congratulations to all members of 2016 Broken Arrow Indoor! 2016 was a truly momentous season that will prove to be a huge benchmark in our early development of the program- enjoy a much deserved break!


Broken Arrow Jazz Bands
The Broken Arrow Jazz 1 Ensemble and E-Jazz Ensemble will travel to the TCC Jazz Festival on Thursday, March 26th. E Jazz performs at 11:20 AM and Jazz 1 performs at 3:55 PM; all performances will be held at the TCC Southeast Campus at the Van Trease Performing Arts Center. A detailed itinerary will be released to all jazz students after Spring Break.


Middle School Bands at OSSAA Band Contest
Congratulations to our Broken Arrow Middle School bands for their outstanding performances last Thursday at the OSSAA Jr. High Band Contest held at Owasso High School. Each band played well and demonstrated a high quality of musicianship that makes our entire Broken Arrow community proud. Congratulations for their hard work and sacrifice to produce these wonderful performances.


Time to Smell the Roses!
The Pride of Broken Arrow has been invited to participate in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade on January 2, 2017(The Rose never occurs on a Sunday), pending school board approval. Stay tuned for many more upcoming announcements and details as we begin the fundraising process to send the Pride marching down Colorado Boulevard!


Rose Parade Info for 2016 Pride Season - First Payment of $125 due on March 10 & 2nd Payment of $125 due on April 11
The fundraising process is already in full swing. There are many opportunities to help lower the final payments for ALL prospective Pride members.  This will be a BIG season with a full fall travel schedule to BOA and OBA Contest events as well as the incredible trip to California for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade! We have heard your suggestions loud and clear and we WILL be flying to California for the Rose Parade trip!!! In order to pay air deposits the first payment for the 2016 season will be due prior to Spring Break on March 10 for $125. All current and prospective Pride members should make arrangements to have $125 as your first payment in your account by March 10. If you are concerned about completing a successful audition to gain 2016 Pride membership, please know that your initial payments are FULLY refundable should you not be among the 2016 membership. A complete detailed payment schedule will be published soon as the details and final trip costs are determined. It is going to be an AMAZING 2016 for the Pride!


2015 Pride Color Guard Training Sessions
All current color guard members and prospective guard members will begin their training sessions and rehearsals on Friday, March 25 at the HS Band Hall and Gymnasiums from 5:00-8:00pm. Wear comfortable black attire. $30 instructional / participation fee. Sessions run each Friday night until auditions on April 21-22.



Pride Banquet Date - April 29th
Banquet Tickets are NOW ON SALE in the band office during normal business hours and band parent meetings. Tickets are $40 each and Pride members receive a free ticket provided all accounts are current (including user fees, Solo & Ensemble contest fees, etc).



Charms
It’s a great time to update your personal information! Add your email address and cell numbers so that we may keep in touch with you through Charms. Miscellaneous fees, such as solo/ensemble and user fees are being asses and payments posted.

Log in information for Charms:
www.charmsoffice.com
School Code: brokenarrowband(all one word)
Student Area Password: Your student's school ID# (unless changed by a previous login)

If you have any questions please email Lisa Good, lsgood@baschools.org.


The nominating committee presented at the March parent meeting the proposed slate of officers of the Broken Arrow Band Parents Association for the 2016-2017 school year:
Presidents: Eric & Heidi Cline
VP Functions: Lee & Loretta Turner
VP Fundraising: Cori Aschkenas
VP Concessions: Scott & Hollie Thompson
VP Operations: Mike Donaldson
VP Communications: James & Tiffany Royal
VP Special Events: Joe & Sharon Kesterson
VP Marketing & Development: Ky & Michiele Vargas
Treasurer: Shari Bible

A vote on the acceptance of this proposed slate of officers will be taken at the next meeting of the parent association to be held Tuesday, April 12.


Alumni Association News...
An organizational meeting of the Broken Arrow Bands Alumni Association will be held this Saturday, March 19 at 4:00 pm in the meeting room of the South Broken Arrow Library (3600 S. Chestnut Ave). If you are a former member of Broken Arrow Bands, we hope to see you there!

As the alumni association takes shape, we will keep you updated on initiatives and activities through eNews, so even those alumni who are scattered throughout the world can stay informed and involved.


ATTENTION 2015 WIND ENSEMBLE GRADUATES
The Wind Ensemble of 2015 was awarded Citations of Congratulations from the State of Oklahoma for their performance and selection to the MidWest Band and Orchestra Clinic. These certificates are awaiting pick up in the band office at the high school. Office hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm daily. Please pass along this information to any alum that may not get eNews.

FUNCTIONS
Several volunteers are needed during the day March 31st and April 12th to accompany all of our wind bands (freshman thru senior high) to contest. If you are available all or even ½ the day to chaperone any of our bands, please send your name and time available to bafunctions@gmail.com.


FUNDRAISING
Cori Aschkenas - BABandFundraising@gmail.com

NEXT DINE OUT NIGHT AT OKLAHOMA JOES ON MARCH 29TH!!! MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Rustic Cuff Fundraiser Order forms are available here and here (for the mail in version). Please read the instructions. If you have any questions regarding this fundraiser, including how to use Paypal. Please contact me! Just a reminder, all 2016-2017 Pride Members MUST participate and sell 10 cuffs. Having trouble with this? Contact me!

PRIDE WORK OPPORTUNITIES: Please email Javon at bapridework@hotmail.com as soon as possible if you want to continue receiving work emails. (Also email me if you haven't previously signed up and want to start being notified of work opportunities.). There are many events coming up between now and November to put money directly into your trip account but a new distribution list needs to be created ASAP. EMAIL JAVON AT BAPRIDEWORK@HOTMAIL.COM.


PRIDE STORE
Cori Aschkenas - BAPrideStore@gmail.com

Eagle Portraits will be taken on Saturday, March 26th by our very own Kent Jones. If you would like to purchase a portrait package, we will have order forms on this date. This is the perfect chance to take pictures with your sibling, section, or close friends!

Eagles will land the first week of April!


ROSE PARADE FUNDRAISING
A special THANK YOU to all those who volunteered to work the ShamRock event on Saturday! It was a huge success. It looked like many of you had a good time even while you were working! We will update you as soon as we know the total donation from the evening.

If you missed the last band parent meeting CLICK HERE to view a video where Cori and Marci explain in detail about our upcoming fundraising.

Eden's Veggie Stand workers needed. If you are willing to work at least one day between April and August at a veggie stand that benefits the Pride please send an email to baroseparade@gmail.com. Put VEGGIE STAND in the subject line, and give us your name, email, and phone #. This has the potential to be a HUGE money maker. Pride members, family members, and friends at least 14 years of age can work the stand.

CLICK HERE for detailed information on the Andy's Coupon Fundraiser. This is a required group fundraiser.

Mattress fundraiser will be held in the Band Room on MAY 21st & 22nd. All Pride members will participate on one of those two days. CLICK HERE for detailed information on the mattress fundraiser.

Anyone interested in serving on the Run with the Pride planning committee should email baroseparade@gmail.com. There will be a planning meeting at 6:00pm on Thursday, March 24th at the Chinowth & Cohen building located at 2625 S Elm.We understand and hear your concerns regarding fundraising.

We are doing all that we can to have our fundraising efforts reduce the financial responsibility of each member. We have a team of phenomenal parents and pride members working hard to make this year's effort a huge success.


OPERATIONS

Email baprideoperations@gmail.com anytime.

CONCESSIONS
Thank you to everyone volunteering for us March 29th. You are so appreciated as always. April games will be sent out after spring break by email and in Enews.

Please email baconcessions@gmail.com for details.


MARKETING & DEVELOPMENT
Ky and Michiele Vargas - development.bapride@gmail.com




Upcoming Dates and Events
Mar 24 -TCC Jazz Festival
Mar 25 - Color Guard Training Session 1 - 5:00-8:00
Mar 28-29 - Band Fair at BAHS (for incoming 6th Graders) 5:30-8:00
Mar 31 -TCC Band Festival
April 1 - Color Guard Training Session 2 - 5:00-8:00
April 2 - Band Fair - 9:00-12:00
April 8 - Color Guard Training Session 3 - 5:00-8:00
April 12 - OSSAA State Band Contest at Owasso HS
April 12 - Band Parent Meeting 7:00
April 14 - centennial Band Concert 7:00
April 14-16 - HS Musical
April 15 - OSSAA State Band Contest at Jenks HS
April 15 - Color Guard Training Session 4 - 5:00-8:00
April 16 - Oneta Ridge & Centennial to Frontier City
April 19 - Jazz Concert @ BAPAC - 7:00
April 21 - Percussion Concert @ BAPAC - 7:00
April 21-22 - Color Guard Audtions - 5:00-8:00
April 25 - Solo Recital
April 27 - OSSAA State Jazz Contest
April 28 - Oneta Ridge Band Concert 7:00
April 29 - Pride Banquet at the Renaissance Hotel
May 2-6 - Pride Audition Camp at BAHS
May 7 - Rooster Day Parade
May 9 - Sudler Shield HS Band Concert - BAPAC - 7:00
May 13 - Freshman Academy Band Concert - BAPAC - 7:00
May 16 - Graduation (All Sophomore & Junior Band Members Required to Attend)

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