Archive for September, 2009

Lincoln-Way Invitational Field Show, October 10th

Monday, September 21st, 2009

The Marching Griffins will host an incredible competition showcasing the best bands in the area. Since this is a local contest, it would be great to see as many parents as possible showing support for their children. So, fire up the grill, get your friends and relatives together, feed ‘em and bring them to the [...]

Regional Championship at Centerville High School, 10/2 & 10/3

Monday, September 21st, 2009

This is a big event for Andrew High School. Please print out the following schedules and information packet. Parents must sign the enclosed permission form, and it must be turned into Mr. Romano before we leave. A student will not be allowed to travel unless this permission form is signed by a parent or guardian. [...]

Andrew vs Stagg H. S. Homecoming Football Game Day

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

This Friday, September 18th, is Andrew’s homecoming game. Please print out this formand place it in the space of prominence on your refrigerator door.

Cool photo

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Alan Barone took this photo with his cell phone. Thanks for sharing this, Alan. Nice shot.

Calling all Music parents…

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

Just a reminder, Tuesday, 9/15/09 @ 7:30 in the band room will be the September meeting. Please feel free to join us.

What a “Knight” for the VJA Marching Band!

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

The band and color guard competed in the very competitive Lake Park Lancer Joust this past Saturday. These kids worked hard, and it showed, because they qualified for the finals! More good news. The Percussion section took the honor of Best Percussion! Congrats drum line and pit on a job well done. When the night [...]

Photos from the Parent show

Saturday, September 12th, 2009

I finally sorted and posted the photos of the Parent Show that took place last Saturday. Click here for the link or pick the PHOTOS tab at the top.

Mark your calendar, it’s time for some jousting!

Monday, September 7th, 2009

Lake Park Lancer Joust on September 12th Lake Park schedule Lake Park info

Chicago – A View from the Top

Monday, September 7th, 2009

You may have seen Brad playing the tenor sax, but did you know that he has connections at the top, waaaay at the top! No, not that high. Brad’s dad is a crane operator who has looked down at some of the most interesting construction sites in Chicago. He wanted to share this view, so [...]

Chicagoland Marching Band Festival – Saturday, September 26

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

Get the information sheet and schedule for the Chicagoland Marching Band Festival. This will be at Wheeling High School. Here is a link to the schooland directions via 294or 355.