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December 2, 2008
Staff Interview Information
This Day in History: (1990) Composer Aaron Copland died at age 90.
IMPORTANT STAFF AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT- READ ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT
Audition times and locations for 2009 staff auditions are posted outside of Mr. Montgomery's office (1426 Dalton). Check your time and let Mr. Montgomery know immediately if there is a conflict with your scheduled time. Please understand that if you miss your scheduled interview there will most likely not be time to reschedule. Do not be late for your scheduled time. We do not have time to wait on you.
DRUM MAJOR CANDIDATES
The first round of drum major auditions will consist of a conducting audition and a brief interview and will be Monday, December 8 in Rehearsal Room B (1120) of Dalton Center. Scores for the conducting audition will be available on the web site. After the first round a finalist list will be posted and the new scores for conducting will be available for the final round which will be Wednesday, December 10. These scores will also be available online.
ENSEMBLE NEEDED FOR DRUM MAJOR AUDITIONS
We need an ensemble for the drum major candidates to conduct in both rounds of the auditions. Auditions will be in Rehearsal Room B (1120) of Dalton Center on Monday, December 8 from 5:30-9:30pm and Wednesday, December 10 from 6-9pm. Bring your instrument and music for both sessions. The first round music will be "Casino Royale." Final round music will be announced later. Tubas and horns may use concert instruments for the auditions. It is very important that we have full instrumentation for these auditions. It's ok to come and go as your schedule allows... just come and play as long as you can. Come support your friends and watch everybody sweat.
FINAL THOUGHT ON AUDITIONS
There has been a great response from those interested in 2009 staff positions. The decisions will no doubt be very difficult because of both the quality and quantity of applications. As someone who has been through many auditions myself, I've learned that you have to work hard to prepare, be totally focused and honest, and give your best effort. It is important to be confident and in control of your emotions. True artists approach their craft with a cool head and a warm heart. Be as positive as you can and let the chips fall where they may. Undoubtedly, there will be those who will be disappointed with the outcome of the results. You must still remain positive and look for other ways to contribute to our band. Remember that the greatest rewards come from the greatest commitments. Next year is going to be a great year and I look forward to beginning this process. Let me know if you have any questions. Best of luck!
2009 BMB Staff Interview Times
2009 BMB Drum Major Audition Times | Casino Royale (Winds Score)
-Shane
6:00:37 PM
December 1, 2008
Bowl Game!
This Day in History: (1955) Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her front-section bus seat to a white man in Montgomery, Alabama.
While no bowl trip has been announced as of Monday December 1, it is a mathematical certainty that our team will be invited to a bowl game somewhere. To that end, we will meet twice this week in preparation. On Wednesday, December 3rd, there will be a full band meeting in Rehearsal B in Dalton to discuss the trip. This is not a "rehearsal" - so no instruments are needed. On Thursday, we will have a rehearsal outside at the practice field. I will let you know Wednesday at the meeting which show we're doing and which things to bring to rehearsal on Thursday. These are the only 2 times we're meeting this week. Please note that these are mandatory and attendance will be taken. There will be no excused absences granted for work excuses or anything else that is not a class conflict. Additionally, there will be another Bowl Meeting in Rehearsal B next Tuesday night, December 9 at 9pm in Rehearsal B.
-Shane
3:50:19 PM
November 27, 2008
Staff Apps/Banquet Reminder
This Day in History: (1895) Alfred Nobel signed his last will, which established the Nobel Prize.
Reminder: All staff applications and Banquet forms are due to Mr. Montgomery by 5pm on Monday December 1. If Mr. Montgomery is not around when you come by, please give them to someone in the band office (1427 Dalton) or put them in Mr. Montgomery's mailbox located in the School of Music office on the second floor of Dalton.
Happy Thanksgiving!
-Shane
6:55:04 PM
November 20, 2008
BMB DVD Order Forms
This Day in History: (1945) Twenty-four high -ranking Nazis go on trial in Nuremberg, Germany, for atrocities committed during World War II.
If you would like to order a BMB 2008 Season Highlights DVD, you can find the order form by clicking here.
The DVD forms are to be mailed to the company at the address on the order form.
Remember to turn in your staff application to Mr. Montgomery and your band banquet form to Bryan VanToll or the Band Office Staff!
-Shane
4:27:25 PM
November 19, 2008
Instrument Repair & Candy Canes!
This Day in History: (1863) Lincoln delivered his Gettysburg Address at the dedication of the national cemetery on the Civil War battlefield of Gettysburg, Pa.
Instrument Repair Info: If you are currently borrowing a school-owned instrument that any type of repair, please contact claudia.m.schmitz@wmich.edu as soon as possible to arrange a time to turn it in for repair.
Candy Cane Hunt Info: The City of Kalamazoo Annual Candy Cane Hunt runs 12pm-2pm on Saturday, December 6th (the day before band prom). Families from all over Kalamazoo will be there to hunt for candy canes and win amazing raffle prizes from area businesses! The organizer needs the BMB volunteers at Bronson Park at 10:30am to start hiding candy canes, setting up cones for age-specific hunting areas of the park, and setting up registration tables. Registration starts at noon, and BMB members will be needed to help distribute door prizes, explain the hunt, and give raffle tickets out. After the 3 age-specific hunts, families will receive raffle prizes donated by area businesses (stockings of different sizes and gifts of all kinds). The event is over at 2pm, and the volunteers would be done by about 2:30pm. We would like 10 volunteers per area (30 people total). Please contact Emily Apple at emily.m.apple@wmich.edu or via Facebook to sign up!
-Shane
4:37:25 PM
November 11, 2008
Staff Apps and Band Banqet Info!
This Day in History: (1918) The Allies and Germany signed an armistice ending World War I.
Interested in a staff/leadership position with the BMB? Please Click Here to fill out the application!
Also, Band Banquet is quickly approaching! You can download the Band Banquet Form here to reserve your seat(s)!
-Shane
11:11:18 PM
November 6, 2008
Donations and Drumline Notes!
This Day in History: (1860) Abraham Lincoln was elected president of the United States.
Please donate to our troops! Please Click Here, or email teri.e.christ@wmich.edu for more information.
Drumline - A few things to work on between now and Saturday:
• Live and Let Die - Bass drums work A to D7
• Casino - Bass drums work C to E, along with F, and H to the End. Snare drums work F to H.
• Tina Turner - Upper Batterie (snares/tenors/tris) work C to F.
• Rhapsody In Blue - Everyone work A to D (TOO FAST!!!) Bass drums work extra hard with your metronomes from F to G6.
• Cymbals, please revisit and solidify your set positions and techniques for all types of crashes at all dynamic levels.
-Shane
7:23:19 AM
November 5, 2008
NEW Birdland Drill is Online!
This Day in History: (1940) President Franklin D. Roosevelt won an unprecedented third term in office when he defeated Wendell L. Willkie.
There is NEW Revised drill online for Birdland. Print and bring this to tomorrow's rehearsal, as we will be learning and cleaning the show for Saturday's Forld Field game!
You've done a great job so far Bronco Band, but the season isn't over yet! Let's continue to pump up the intensity even further!
-Shane
10:55:21 AM
October 21, 2008
Birdland and Give it One Drill Online!
This Day in History: (1879) Thomas Edison invented the electric incandescent lamp. It would last 13 1/2 hours before it would burn out.
Drill is now online for Birdland and Give it One. Please print it off and bring it to rehearsal today. Keep up all of the hard work!!
-Shane
11:42:33 AM
October 20, 2008
2008 Band Book Info
This Day in History: (1803) The Senate ratified the Louisiana Purchase.
Please check the 2008 Band Book Prep to make sure that all of your personal information is correct. If your information is not correct, or if your name is not
on the list, please email teri.e.christ@wmich.edu with your corrections.
-Shane
11:08:33 PM
October 20, 2008
Miller Show Roster
This Day in History: (1964) The 31st president of the United States, Herbert Hoover, died in New York at age 90.
Please check the roster to make sure that your name, hometown, and staff position information is correct. If your information is not correct, or if your name is not
on the list, please email broncobd@wmich.edu with your corrections.
-Shane
12:49:17 AM
October 14, 2008
What is Hip? Drill Online!
This Day in History: (1938) "Big Noise from Winnetka" was recorded by Bob Crosby and The Bob Cats.
Drill is now online for What is Hip? Please print it and bring it to rehearsal today!
-Shane
10:55:17 AM
October 5, 2008
New Show Music Online!
This Day in History: (1962) The Beatles released their first hit, "Love Me Do," in Britain.
Music is now online for the next show! Please print and bring it to rehearsal on Monday!
-Shane
5:20:17 PM
September 30, 2008
St. Louis Blues Drill
This Day in History: (1791) Mozart's opera The Magic Flute premiered in Vienna, Austria.
As promised, drill is now online for St. Louis Blues! Let's keep up the GREAT work on this show!!!
-Shane
7:20:44 PM
September 25, 2008
Rhapsody In Blue Drill!
This Day in History: (1789) The first Congress adopted 12 amendments to the Constitution and sent them to the states for ratification. The first ten became the Bill of Rights.
Drill is now online for Rhapsody In Blue! Bring this to rehearsal, as we will be learning it ASAP!!!
-Shane
12:26:11 PM
September 21, 2008
The Blues Music Online!
This Day in History: (1937) The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkein was first published.
Music is now online for the next show entitled "The Blues." Please print and learn this music for Monday's rehearsal! Drill is soon to come!
-Shane
1:56:09 PM
September 17, 2008
New drill, Sweatshirts, and Band Book Info!
This Day in History: (1862) The bloodiest day in U.S. military history occurred at the Battle of Antietam when more than 23,000 were killed or wounded.
First, there is yet again new drill for band day! These are just sets, so there really ARE supposed to be only two pages on the drill pdf for Madonna & Tina Turner.
Second, BMB sweatshirts are once again for sale, now in the 2008 season design! You can download the pdf file of what the sweatshirt will look like by clicking here. Pricing will come after we figure out how many are interested in ordering. If you have any questions about the 2008 BMB Sweatshirt, please email Rebekah Achtenberg at rebekah.e.achtenberg@wmich.edu.
Finally, it is also time to start thinking about the 2008 BMB Band Memory Book! Please email Teri Christ at teri.e.christ@wmich.edu with all of your sections' funny pictures, quotes, stories, etc. that you would like to keep with you always in the 2008 BMB Memory Book!
-Shane
9:51:42 PM
September 17, 2008
Uniforms & Hats
This Day in History: (1920) The American Professional Football Association - a precursor of the NFL - was formed in Canton, Ohio.
If you have uniform hemming issues or hat issues, bring your uniform or hat/hat box to rehearsal. Also, if you have things missing from uniforms (like sweat bands from the old coats), please email Jenna Thomas at jenna.m.thomas@wmich.edu.
-Shane
12:19:33 PM
September 13, 2008
Cher Drill Online!
This Day in History: (1948) Republican Margaret Chase Smith of Maine was elected to the U.S. Senate, becoming the first woman to have served in both houses of Congress.
Drill is now line for the Cher tune. Please print and bring it to rehearsal on Monday!!!
-Shane
2:20:49 PM
September 7, 2008
Divas Music Online!
This Day in History: (1940) Nazi Germany began its initial blitz on London during World War II.
The James Bond show was great! Now its time to begin work on our next program!
The music of Madonna and Cher (and soon to come, Tina Turner) are now available in the Music Online section to the left!
-Shane
7:35:14 PM
September 3, 2008
Drumline Portal
This Day in History: (1976) The unmanned U.S. spacecraft Viking II landed on Mars and took the first pictures of the planet's surface.
Many of you have been asking me for a copy of the 2008 Street Beat in both an audio and pdf format as well... so here they are!
The new Drumline Portal is where all the drumline music will be posted from now on. So drumline members - download your music there! Hornline members - you also have access to this page so that you can have both the audio/pdf copies of our 2008 Street Beat to choreograph visuals to it.
Click the "Drumline Portal" link on the left navigation menu (under Music Online and Drill Online).
It's game week!!! Let's hype it big for Saturday!!!
-Shane
10:53:49 PM
August 21, 2008
Bond... James Bond
This Day in History: (1911) The Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre museum in France by an Italian waiter, Vicenzo Perruggia.
Since NIU is bringing their band and we are sharing the field with them during halftime, this is going to be a 2-song show.
Finally... without any further adieu.. ladies and gentlemen...
the long-awaited... James Bond.
-Shane
11:39:51 PM
August 18, 2008
Band Camp Reminders
This Day in History: (1920) When Tennessee ratified the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, the three-quarters of the states necessary was achieved and American women got the right to vote.
Here are a few important announcements from Mr. Montgomery,
Greetings BMB! Things are coming together nicely and we are counting down to the start of band camp. Here are a few reminders:
1) Report Times: Be sure to know when you are to report to camp. Email the band office or a section leader if you are unsure. As a reminder, here are the report times (not including dorm move ins).
• Staff - Saturday, August 23rd, 3:30pm in Rehearsal B at Dalton.
• Guard/Drums - Sunday, August 24th, 3pm meeting in the Recital Hall at Dalton.
• Hornline - Monday, August 25th, 5pm meeting in the Recital Hall at Dalton.
2) Schedule and Food: Once band camp begins, we will follow the following schedule for rehearsals: 8:30-11:30am; 1-5pm; 6:30-9pm. The BMB will provide lunch each day (through Thursday) until WMU Dining Services begins service on Friday. Beginning on Friday, we will no longer provide lunch. Additionally, the BMB does not provide dinners - so be sure to bring money for this.
3) Labor Day Weekend Schedule: The above schedule takes us to the weekend and will allow us to get most of the work done. However, it will still be necessary to rehearse some over Labor Day weekend. All rehearsals are mandatory. The following is the schedule:
• Saturday, August 30th - Rehearsal is 9am-12pm only (no afternoon or evening rehearsals)
• Sunday, August 31st - No Rehearsal!
• Monday, September 1st - Rehearsal is 3-6pm
• Tuesday, September 2nd - Classes begin; rehearsals are 4-5:40pm each day.
4) Shoes: We will be ordering our marching shoes during band camp. The cost is $32 (including tax) but the shoe company only accepts cash. . . so do not bring checks. If you marched black shoes in high school and believe they are still in good shape, you can bring them for Mr. Montgomery's approval. If they are not approved, then you will need to buy new ones. VETS - some of you need to get new shoes too!
5) School Instruments and Mouthpieces: School instruments will be provided to those who requested them on their confirmation forms. These will be issued after the first meeting at 5pm on Monday. We will issue equipment then proceed directly to rehearsals. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes to the meeting. The BMB does have a supply of mouthpieces, however, most people prefer to play on their own and we encourage this. Be sure to bring your own mouthpiece if you have one.
6) Music: Everyone should bring to camp ALL of the music available off the website. Music for pre-game, cheers and warm-ups etc is already available. The music for the first show will be up by the end of this week. Drumline warm-ups are already available on www.wmudrumline.com, but show parts will not be assigned until after auditions.
Excitement is building as camp approaches. Let us know if you have any questions. See you in a few days!
-Shane
9:04:23 PM
July 24, 2008
2008 Summer Mark Times Available!
This Day in History: (2002) Nine coal miners were trapped in a mine in Pennsylvania. All were rescued three days later.
The 2008 Summer Mark Times are now available for download here. (Vets, you should have also received these in the mail.) Also, there has been an exhibition date added to the schedule page. The time is still TBA. Keep checking the members only section of this site for more updates, as there are going to be MANY more to come in the short time between now and the begining of band camp! Enjoy the rest of your summer, and see you all in the fall!!
-Shane
7:55:46 PM
April 11, 2008
CD's are Here and Full Staff Meeting!
This Day in History: (1981) President Ronald Reagan returned to the White House after he was shot in an assassination attempt.
1) BMB Staff 2008 will have our first meeting of the year on Wednesday April 16th at 6pm in Rehearsal Room B (1120) in Dalton. This meeting will be relatively brief lasting approximately 30 minutes, but attendance is very important as we begin discussing the Fall season and collect summer contact info. Email Mr. Montgomery if you can't be there.
2) The 2008 CD's have just arrived (and sound great!) and are available in the main office of the School of Music on the second floor of Dalton for everyone who pre-ordered. They have a list of those who will be picking them up. Those who paid extra to have it mailed will be sent during finals week. There are lots of extras, so if you didn't pre-order one just see Mr. Montgomery. CD's are $15 (make checks payable to Bronco Marching Band). If for some reason we have made a mistake with our, records please let Mr. Montgomery know. The main office staff is only helping distribute the CD's; they can't help solve any problems.
-Shane
12:01:28 PM
January 23, 2008
2008 BMB Staff List!
This Day in History: (1556) The deadliest earthquake on record killed 830,000 in Shansi, China.
If you haven't already been around 1426 Dalton today, Click Here to see the new staff for the 2008 Bronco Marching Band season!
-Shane
5:34:26 PM
January 15, 2008
Blast! Comes to Miller Auditorium!
This Day in History: (1870) The donkey was first used as symbol of the Democratic Party in Harper's Weekly.
Click Here for more info!
-Shane
5:19:24 PM
January 3, 2008
Happy New Year!
This Day in History: (1920) The New York Yankees acquired Babe Ruth and so began the "curse of the Bambino" that haunted the Boston Red Sox until 2004.
Here are a few important announcements from Mr. Montgomery,
1) Don't forget that reservations and money for the band banquet are due this Wednesday, January 9th. Bring your forms and money to the Band office or to Mr. Montgomery. Cost is $20 for BMB members and $25 for non-BMB members (dates). The Band Banquet is a great evening of fun and fellowship. Please plan to come.
2) The final round of Drum Major auditions will be this Thursday, January 10 from 4:00pm - 7:30pm in Rehearsal B in Dalton. Your help is needed to provide an ensemble for the candidates. Please come and play. Bring your music to Malaguena. You will also have an opportunity to provide your feedback on each candidate to help in this decision. Hope to see you there!
Happy New Year, and safe travels as you come back for classes!
-Shane
3:41:58 PM
December 27, 2007
Drum Major Final Rounds!
This Day in History: (1932) Radio City Music Hall in New York City opened.
• Drum Major Audition Finals: Thursday, January 10
• Auditions will be in Rehearsal B (1120) and will consist of conducting and interview.
• Be prepared to conduct and rehearse the band.
Malaguena (Score)
4:30 David Hepinstall
4:45 Ben Kahler
5:00 Ben Strack
5:15 Greg Chernoby
5:30 Emily Verdonk
5:45 Suzanne DeMarois
6:00 Mark DeDeckere
6:15 Chris Momcilovich
6:30 Adam Noaeill
6:45 Brian Massey
7:00 David Schultz
7:15 Bryan VanToll
Thanks to everyone who interviewed for staff positions. Results will be posted after the band banquet. I was very pleased with how many people showed up to play for the first round of drum major auditions. The final round will be Thursday January 10 from 4:15-7:30pm in Rehearsal B. Please come and play. Have a Merry Christmas!
-Shane
1:26:54 PM
December 4, 2007
Drum Major & Staff Audition Times!
This Day in History: (1993) Rock musician and composer Frank Zappa died at age 52.
• IMPORTANT STAFF AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT- READ ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT!
Audition times and locations for 2008 staff auditions are posted outside of Mr. Montgomery's office (1426 Dalton). Check your time and let Mr. Montgomery know immediately if there is a conflict with your scheduled time. Please understand that if you miss your scheduled interview there will most likely not be time to reschedule. Do not be late for your scheduled time. We do not have time to wait on you.
• DRUM MAJOR CANDIDATES
The first round of drum major auditions will consist of a conducting audition and a brief interview and will be Tuesday, December 11 in Rehearsal Room B (1120) of Dalton Center. After the first round a finalist list will be posted and the new scores for conducting will be available for the final round which will be Thursday, January 10. These scores will also be available online.
• ENSEMBLE NEEDED FOR DRUM MAJOR AUDITIONS
We need an ensemble for the drum major candidates to conduct in both rounds of the auditions. Auditions will be in Rehearsal Room B (1120) of Dalton Center on Tuesday, December 11 from 5-11:45pm and Thursday, January 10 from 4-7pm. Bring your instrument and music for both sessions. The first round music will be "The Cowboys." Final round music will be announced later. Tubas and horns may use concert instruments for the auditions. It is very important that we have full instrumentation for these auditions. Come support your friends and watch everybody sweat.
• FINAL THOUGHT ON AUDITIONS
There has been a great response from those interested in 2008 staff positions. The decisions will no doubt be very difficult because of both the quality and quantity of applications. As someone who has been through many auditions myself, I've learned that you have to work hard to prepare, be totally focused and honest, and give your best effort. It is important to be confident and in control of your emotions. True artists approach their craft with a cool head and a warm heart. Be as positive as you can and let the chips fall where they may. Undoubtedly there will be those who will be disappointed with the outcome of the results. You must still remain positive and look for other ways to contribute to our band. Remember that the greatest rewards come from the greatest commitments. Next year is going to be a great year and I look forward to beginning this process. Let me know if you have any questions. Best of luck!
-Shane
4:56:12 PM
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