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2021 Spring Training
Marching Band Families,

Thank you for your interest in our Marching Band program. The warmer weather and longer days mean it's time to get the 2021 King Philip Marching Band - The Pride and the Passion started! We will begin Spring Training when we return from April Vacation to provide new and returning members with the experience of balancing their school work with the marching band schedule. Parents and guardians please note that it's normal for there to be a few bumps along the way. Allow students to learn from their mistakes; even returning members will need time to adapt to a busier schedule.

Where and when are rehearsals?
All rehearsals are at King Philip Regional High School. They begin promptly at 5:30pm and end promptly at 8:30pm. Percussion & Color Guard will rehearse on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Woodwinds and Brass will rehearse on Wednesdays & Thursdays. You can always find the most up-to-date calendar of practices and performances HERE.

Percussion & Colorguard Rehearsal dates: 4/27, 4/29, 5/4, 5/6, 5/11, 5/13, 5/18, 5/20, 5/25, 5/27, 6/1, 6/3, 6/10, 6/15, 6/17

Woodwind & Brass Rehearsal dates: 4/28, 4/29, 5/6, 5/12, 5/13, 5/19, 5/20, 5/26, 5/27, 6/2, 6/3, 6/10, 6/16, 6/17

What should I bring to practice?
We rehearse outdoors so students should dress in clothing that allows them to move freely and that they don't mind getting sweaty in. It does cool down by 8:30pm, so it's a good idea to pack a jacket or sweatshirt. 
  • A hat or a visor with a brim is REQUIRED to keep the sun off students' faces.
  • Sunblock
  • Bug spray
  • Gym shoes. Open-toed shoes and sandals are NOT allowed. 
  • A pencil
  • A water jug. We recommend a one-gallon insulated water jug like THIS.
  • All musicians should bring any music you've been given in a 3-ring binder with clear-plastic inserts to keep your music from blowing away.
  • Percussionists should bring sticks and mallets as appropriate and a drum pad.
  • All woodwind and brass players should bring their instrument in good working order with accessories like valve oil, and extra reeds as appropriate.

What is the attendance policy during Spring Training?
We understand that some students may have made other commitments before signing up for marching band. As such we have the following attendance policy for Spring Training;
  • Attending a portion of rehearsal is better than attending none at all. It is ok to come late or leave early.
  • Consistency is key! Even though this is a trial period we do start learning some aspects of our final performance in the Spring. To avoid feeling like you're falling behind attend as many practices as possible.
  • Communication is key! Even at this early stage we expect parents/guardians to email Mr. Keough if your student will miss some or all of practice. We do not accept communication regarding absences from students.

It is important to note that, beginning August 15, this policy changes considerably. We expect all students to be at every practice and performance unless they are ill, there is a religious conflict, or a family emergency. 

All the best,
Michael Keough (he/him/his)
Band Director, King Philip Regional High School
(508) 384-1000 x 3426
Previous Shows
2021
​2020   :(
​2019 On Safari
2018 All Aboard
2017 All the King's Men
2016 Bella Rosa
2015 In the Blink of an Eye
2014 On the Town
2013 Pandora's Box
​2012 The Other Side
2011 The Gallery
2010 Wuthering the Storm
2009 The (W)rite of Poe
2008 Passionata
2007 Variations on a Theme of Paganini
2006 Roman Festivals
2005 Ode to Joy
2004 Ghost Train
2003 Any Questions
2002 Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony
2001 Nutcracker 
2000 Rachmaninoff Piano  Concerto No. 2
1999 Brahms Symphony No. 1

2021 Rehearsal Schedule

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2021 Competition Schedule

For the most up to date schedule,
​please see the official calendar
Date
Location
9/11
Preview Show, KP
9/18
Meriden, CT
9/25
Bellingham, MA
​10/2
Dartmouth, MA
10/9
Home Show, KP
10/16
Somerset, MA
10/17
MICCA Norwood, MA
10/23
Southington, CT
10/24
MICCA State Finals
​10/30
NE Championships
11/6
US Bands National Championships
MetLife Stadium, NJ

THINGS TO TAKE TO BAND CAMP

  • Sleeping Bag, Pillow, bedroll or blankets
  • Sheet to put on camp mattress 
  • 2 Towels (bath and beach), washcloths
  • Toiletries: Antiperspirant/deodorant, soap, toothbrush, etc.
  • Clothing for one week (summer apparel and warm jackets, pants, sweatshirts)
  • Socks, Socks and more Socks. Student suggestions: 3-4 pair/day, or all the socks you own!
  • Swimsuit and flip flops for shower and beach
  • Sneakers: two pairs HIGHLY recommended if we have rain.  (Parents recommend Marathon Sports in Mansfield and DB Sports in North Attleboro as a good places to be fitted for supportive athletic shoes but not required)
  • Hats with visors or visors are REQUIRED for everyone
  • One gallon thermos or water jug with your name like this.
  • Instrument, music, valve oil, reeds, slide oil, sticks/mallets, drum pads.
  • Color Guard: gloves, shoes, tape and band aids
  • Sunscreen, sunglasses, bug spray, lip balm
  • Plastic bag to bring home wet articles at end of week
  • Flash light with working batteries
  • Contacts and glasses (bring extras)
  • Alarm clock (or iPod, phone etc.)
  • Charging Cords
  • Money (for food stop up and back to/from camp)
  • Sweatshirt/sweater and jacket, it will get cold at night
  • Raingear!!
  • Students are allowed to pack 2 items: sleeping bag/bed roll and suitcase. Backpacks will be on the bus with them.
Low Brass Taps August 2018
MARCHING BAND UNIFORM CARE AND INSTRUCTIONS 
 (This is from 2019 - An Update will be available as we learn more about this year's show - Jen)
Just a few brief instructions as we approach the Preview Show and the competitive season. The uniforms you have been assigned and specially fitted to add to the visual effect of the show and we want to make every attempt possible to keep them looking great for years to come. 
  • The uniforms will remain at the high school at all times, they must never be taken home.
  • You will be assigned a "bag number" for the season. Within the garment bag will be your uniform ( shirt and pants) .
  • You will need to wear a black t-shirt under your uniform and you may want to consider a long sleeved one as we get later in the season. You can wear shorts or thermal pants as long as any long pants do not show at the bottom of the uniform pants.
  • You will need to wear mid -calf length black socks
  • Always remember your marching band shoes for every performance. Shoes should be kept in a shoe bag or a plastic bag and taken home for cleaning after each competition
  • Before every show you will be given instructions by Mr. Keough about the timing of getting into your uniform. Sometimes on long journeys, this may mean getting dressed on the busses.
  • There is to be no eating in uniforms.
  • Following your performance, it is important that your uniform be hung correctly in the garment bag. Please ask another student or parent for help if you are not sure.
    • Pants should be folded along the pressed crease (seam to seam) and hung so that they lie flat on the hanger.
    • Then hang up your shirt over the hanger like you would to hang it in your closet.
    • Uniform bags need to be hung on the uniform racks in correct numerical order after being checked by a parent.   A PARENT MUST CHECK ALL UNIFORMS BEFORE THEY ARE HUNG UP!
Hair care for this season:
  • We will not be wearing hats of any kind this year.
  • All band members that play an instrument will need to have their hair pulled back into one or two French braids, as of now.
  • Rule of thumb if your hair can fit into even the smallest pony tail, your hair needs to be pulled back into a French braid
  • You will need to bring your own brush, hair elastics and bobby pins.
 
SHOES OR ANY OTHER ITEMS SHOULD NOT BE LEFT IN YOUR UNIFORM BAG.
 
If you have any questions about the uniform please let Mrs. LaBerge, Mrs. Vierkant or Mrs. Jannell know and we will be happy to answer them.
 
Looking forward to another amazing season!
 
Jan LaBerge, Lisa Vierkant and
Janet Jannell
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