I hope everyone had a great February break. Here is a quick update with more to follow.

Upcoming Events to Easter:

• March 8th – Allan Division Rehearsal      
• March 22nd – Allan Division Rehearsal (with West Band students to rehearse for Festival)
• March 23rd – Intermediate Band perform at Optimist Festival
• March 24th – Senior Winds Perform at Optimist Festival
• April 4th-7th – No Classes – Resonate Student Music Conference and Teacher PD Day. 
• April 7th/8th – Senior Band Resonate Workshops and overnight retreat – Beaver Creek

News

• Senior Tour details to be released very soon. The East and West Senior bands will again combine to travel to perform in and around Edmonton from May 11th-14th.
• For any students looking for a concert to review or watch Mr. Streisel, Ms. Wist and Mr. Martin will all be involved in the Saskatoon Brass Band concert: ‘Fusion’ at Grace Westminster United Church this coming Sunday March 5th. The concert starts at 2:30pm and it is admission by donation.

Just a reminder that the East Band Division rehearsals (for Intermediates and Senior) is tomorrow afternoon in Allan.

It is not only expected but vitally important that any Intermediate or Senior student not attending the rehearsal contacts Mr. Martin or Ms. Wist as we are responsible for your attendance.

Division rehearsals are not “optional”* and with only three more rehearsals until Optimist Festival in Regina it is vital students are at rehearsals.

Intermediate Band will be performing on Thursday March 23rd at 4:45pm

• Performing:

1. Of Gentle Spirit
2. Tell Tale Heart

Senior Band will be performing on Friday March 24th at 2:45pm

1. Flourish for Wind Band
2. Resplendent Light

Full travel details will follow

*Clavet Beginner Band+ grade 6’s students exempt – Only students attending Allan Division rehearsals go on tours, trips or take part in Festivals/concerts.