​We hope that our London trip participants are beginning to re-acclimate to our time zone and that you are recovering well from jet lag! The London Band App will remain active throughout the rest of the semester so you can share / download pictures and videos from the trip.
 
Our program hits the group running right from the start of the semester. Please review the information below regarding our upcoming performances and events.
 
Performance Schedule
All performances can be found on our Google Calendar. Below is a link to a printable list of dates to help with coordinating schedules. BVW Band Spring Performance Schedule
 
Basketball Pep Band
All band students participate in pep band during the Spring semester. Each member has 3 nights (which is 5 games – 1 single and 2 double headers.) Assignments can be adjusted as needed to accommodate other activity schedules, so long as those potential conflicts are discussed with Mr. Love well in advance – at least 2 weeks of the date. Pep Band Assignments can be found HERE.
Dates of our pep band performances can be found HERE.
 
Enrollment
In the coming weeks students will begin the process of selecting courses for the 2023-2024 school year. If students have questions regarding band placements or course offerings please visit with a director. We are happy to assist students in navigating the school schedule to ensure they can continue playing in band while pursuing a range of interests at West! Our enrollment brochure can be found HERE. It is primarily targeted towards rising 9th grade students, but the information applies to all.
 
Wind Ensemble Mini-Camp
Monday, January 16, 6-9 PM. We will have private lesson staff and professionals here to work with Wind Ensemble in preparation for their KMEA performance in February. Our next mini-camp will be February 20.
 
Side by Side Concert
Our first Side by Side Concert is on Thursday, January 19 at 7 PM in the PAC and features the Wind Ensemble and 8th Grade Bands from Lakewood and Pleasant Ridge. Concert Black Attire. This is a shorter concert, but is an opportunity to present our program to 8th grade parents and students.
 
John Philip Sousa Honor Band
Held in Lawrence the weekend of January 20-21. Selected students should receive schedules and other information via email.
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Monday, January 9
BVW Band Booster Board Meeting, 6:30 PM, BVW Band Room
 
Tuesday, January 10
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, January 12
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Saturday, January 14
Winter Guard MiniCamp – 2 -6 PM, BVW
 
Next Week
Monday, January 16
BVW Wind Ensemble Mini Camp, 6-9 PM
 
Tuesday, January 17
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Wednesday, January 18
8th Grade Rehearsal with BVW Wind Ensemble, during class
 
Thursday, January 19
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
BVW & LKMS / PRMS 8th Grade Side by Side Concert, 7 PM
 
Friday - Saturday, January 20-21
John Philip Sousa Honor Band, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
 
Two Weeks
Monday, January 23
Future Jag Night – Volunteers needed to visit with 8th grade students – see Mr. Love if interested
 
Tuesday, January 24
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, January 26
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Saturday, January 28
Winterguard Competition #1 – Battle HS, Columbia, MO
 
Looking Ahead
Saturday, February 4
KSHSAA Regional Piano Festival – see Mr. Love for additional information – registration in mid-January
 
 

​Congratulations on a successful concert and thank you to our parents and students for being a welcoming audience for our youngest and newest band members in the West area! Thanks to our volunteers who assisted with London packing on Saturday as well!
 
For London trip participants, please note you will receive some additional email communication this week with some trip forms and reminders, so please check those inboxes!
 
Final Exams
The final exam for all band classes is to use the time for study hall. Our concert constitutes our final exam and given the hours our students put in outside of school, this is a small payback in the final rush of the semester. Good luck to all during your final tests and projects over the next week and a half!
 
Basketball Pep Band
Assignments for basketball pep band will be posted by the end of the week so students can schedule appropriately. There is a great deal of flexibility in the schedule.
Dates of our pep band performances can be found HERE.
 
All-State Band Auditions
All-State Band Auditions take place in Salina on Saturday, January 7. We travel to Salina with our orchestra students who also qualified to audition. Bus will load at 5:00 AM on January 7. We will return to West at approximately 7 PM that evening. Additional information on auditions will be sent to students over break and reminders when we return.
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Tuesday, December 13
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, December 15
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Next Week
Tuesday, December 20
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Two Weeks
Winter Break
 
Wednesday, December 28 – Wednesday, January 4
London New Year’s Day Parade, London, United Kingdom
 
Looking Ahead
Saturday, January 7
KMEA All-State Auditions – Salina (All-Day Event)
 
Monday, January 16
Wind Ensemble Mini-Camp – 6-9 PM
 
 

​Congratulations to Jazz Ensemble on their performance at Jingle Jazz and to our outstanding students who performed with the ECKMEA All-District Bands this weekend! This week is concert week – pleas make sure to review the schedule and information below.
 
Band Winter Concert – Thursday, December 8
Performances include our area 6th grade bands, the BV West Percussion Ensemble, and our combined BV West Band Program performing our London concert repertoire. Concert begins at 7 PM in the BV West Performing Arts Center. West students need to arrive no later than 6:30 PM dressed in concert black attire. Please see below for reminders:
 
Concert Attire
A reminder that for our upcoming band concerts, students should wear ALL BLACK clothing. Appropriate examples of concert attire include:
Long sleeve or ¾ sleeve button down shirt – short sleeves are not acceptable
Black slacks, black skirt, or black dress – jeans are not acceptable
Black shoes and black socks – marching shoes work just fine!
 
London participants will need to pack these items in their luggage for our concert at St. James Smith Square.
 
Airport Shuttle Survey
A representative from each family traveling to London needs to complete the following survey by Tuesday, December 6 so we can determine interest for providing a shuttle to KCI.
 
Airport Shuttle Survey
 
All-State Band Auditions
Students who performed with the ECKMEA All-District Bands will be registered to participate in All-State Auditions in Salina on January 7. Please check with Mr. Love if you have questions about the auditions.
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Tuesday, December 6
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Wednesday, December 7
London Parade Rehearsal – 7 AM
 
Thursday, December 8
Band Winter Concert – 7:00 PM, BVW PAC
 
Saturday, December 10
London Rehearsal and Packing – 1:30 – 4:00 PM
 
Next Week
Tuesday, December 13
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, December 15
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Two Weeks
Tuesday, December 20
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Looking Ahead
Wednesday, December 28
Leave for London!!!!
 
 

Looking forward to Thanksgiving Break, but a reminder that we have a LOT of events happening right after we return!
 
Thursday, November 17 – London Trip Meeting
Required for all participant families. Detailed itinerary information and other logistical updates will be provided.
 
Pep Band
Our Basketball pep band schedule will begin in January due to preparations and shipping of equipment for London. All band members will be expected to perform at 3 pep band nights (5 games total – 2 double headers and 1 single game) during January and February. This is part of our support of our BV West Family. The pep band dates can be found below:
Pep Band Schedule 22-23
 
Pep Band assignments will be made after Thanksgiving Break. There is a good deal of flexibility in how students are assigned or swapping of dates to accommodate other activities and sports.
 
Wind Ensemble
As shared earlier this year, Wind Ensemble has been selected to perform at the KMEA State Music Convention in February, an honor equivalent to winning a state title. Due to the short preparation timeline and due to many short weeks in January and February, Wind Ensemble members will have some additional rehearsals scheduled. Those are tentatively set for
Monday, November 28 from 7-9 PM
Monday, January 16 from 7-9 PM
Monday, February 20 from 7-9 PM
 
Jingle Jazz – Thursday, December 1
Our annual Winter Concert for Jazz Band! Concert is at 7 PM in the PAC.
 
ECKMEA All-District Honor Band and Jazz Band Concerts – Saturday, December 3
All events take place at Blue Valley High. Schedules and music will be emailed to selected students after they are received.
 
Band Winter Concert – Thursday, December 8
Our annual Winter Concert for our band program. This year we will be hosting the West Area Beginning 6th Grade Bands at the start of the concert. Our performance this year will be a combined performance featuring all students in the BV West Band and our music for London.
 
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Tuesday, November 15
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, November 17
LNYDP Trip Meeting
 
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 5-8 PM, BV Academy – London students excused at 7 for meeting
 
Next Week
Thanksgiving Break!!!!
 
Two Weeks
Monday, November 28
Wind Ensemble “mini-camp” rehearsal – 7-9 PM
 
Tuesday, November 29
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, December 1
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Jingle Jazz – 7:00 PM, BV PAC
 
Friday, December 2
Pep Band Game #1
 
Saturday, December 3
ECKMEA All-District Honor Band @ Blue Valley
 
Looking Ahead
Thursday, December 8
Band Winter Concert
 
Saturday, December 10
London Trip Rehearsal and Packing
​

Newsletter a little delayed courtesy of the Chiefs overtime win! Thanks to all our students and parent volunteers for helping to make our first Chili Dinner a terrific and fun success! We have a lot going on in the coming weeks, so please read the schedule carefully. Congratulations to our students who auditioned for the ECKMEA Honor Ensembles this past weekend! Results should be posted shortly!
 
Wednesday Parade Rehearsals
Reminder that each Wednesday between now and when we leave for London (except for Thanksgiving week) all participants have a required rehearsal from 7-7:30 AM to prep for our parade performance. Meet at the track in the stadium before 7 and dress appropriately for the weather!
 
Thursday, November 10 - Winter Guard Parent Meeting
At the Blue Valley Academy Gym, 7500 W 149th Terrace, Overland Park, KS 66223. 7:00 PM. Required meeting for all Winter Guard Parents.
 
Saturday, November 12 - London Parade Rehearsal
1:30 – 4:00 PM at West. We will learn our TV spotlight routine as well as rehearse for the parade and concert. This is a mandatory rehearsal for all trip performers.
 
Placement Auditions
Placements have concluded and results will be posted Monday afternoon in the band app. Placements are based upon each student’s musical development; ensemble instrumentation needs; and performance on the placement material. The goal is to place each student in an ensemble that will provide an appropriate balance of musical challenge and enjoyment. Students with questions about the strengths and areas of growth seen in the placement process may schedule a conference with a director. We will not discuss results via email.
 
Pep Band
Basketball season is right around the corner, and we will have pep band information ready at the end of the week. Stay tuned!
 
Thursday, November 17 – London Trip Meeting
Required for all participant families. Detailed itinerary information and other logistical updates will be provided.
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Monday, November 7
BVW Band Booster Board Meeting
 
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
 
Thursday, November 10
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Saturday, November 12
LNYDP Rehearsal, 1:30 – 4 PM
 
Next Week
Tuesday, November 15
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, November 17
LNYDP Trip Meeting
 
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy – Non London participants only
 
THREE Weeks
Monday, November 28
Wind Ensemble “mini-camp” rehearsal – 7-9 PM
 
Tuesday, November 29
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, December 1
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Jingle Jazz – 7:00 PM, BV PAC
 
Friday, December 2
Pep Band Game #1
 
Saturday, December 3
ECKMEA All-District Honor Band @ Blue Valley
 
Looking Ahead
Thursday, December 8
Band Winter Concert
 
Saturday, December 10
London Trip Rehearsal and Packing
​

​Concert season is off and running! A busy week ahead with Winter Guard Info Meeting, Final London Payments, Chili Dinner Concert, Placement Hearings, and KMEA Auditions! We look forward to our various events over the coming weeks!
 
November 1 – Winter Guard Audition Clinic
Come to the Commons at 6:00 PM if you are interested in auditioning for Winter Guard! See additional information in your recent Booster email.
 
November 3 – Chili Dinner
Do you have what it takes to WOW a crowd with your unique CHILI? Entries must arrive at the Commons no later than 5:45pm. Challengers are encouraged to lure chili voters with your unique table decor, toppings & perhaps costumes. Chili must be labeled with type (beef, vegetarian, chicken, etc.), in a large crock pot, & ready to be sampled/served by 6pm.
Marching Band Students will wear their Show T-Shirt (blue with the fountain logo) and jeans / long pants.
GRAND PRIZE:  4-Days and 3-Nights at the Krizek's VRBO at Table Rock Lake! Two Condos to choose from: Condo 1-Amazing Views or Condo 2-Walk In (No Stairs). Pick your dates (excludes holidays). Standard VRBO terms.
COST: $5 per person at the door includes chili, topping, salad & cornbread. (Proceeds, if any, will go to our general Band Booster Fund.)
TIMELINE:
5:15 pm - Commons open for Chili Contest Entry Set-Up
6:00 - 6:30 pm - Chili Voting
6:30 - 7:15 pm – Dinnertime
7:30 pm - Jazz Ensemble & Marching Band Concert begins in the PAC
November 5 – ECKMEA All-District Auditions
Students who registered for auditions need to report to Gardner-Edgerton High School by 8:00 AM on this day. Auditions usually conclude by 2 PM, depending on the number of auditions in each section. Please see Mr. Love, Mr. Ramsey, or Mr. Westcott if you have additional questions. A detailed email with instructions will be sent to participants next week.
 
Saturday – November 12 - London Parade Rehearsal
1:30 – 4:00 PM at West. We will learn our TV spotlight routine as well as rehearse for the parade and concert. This is a mandatory rehearsal for all trip performers.
 
Placement Auditions
At the conclusion of marching band, we divide into three different concert bands for the remainder of the year: Wind Ensemble (most select); Symphonic Band; and Concert Band. At semester these groups move to different class hours.
 
Instructions are available in Canvas.
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Tuesday, November 1
Winter Guard Audition Clinic
 
Week of November 1-4
BVW Placement Auditions
 
Thursday, November 3
Chili Dinner Concert – Jazz Ensemble and Marching Band
 
Saturday, November 5
ECKMEA All-District Honor Band Auditions at Gardner-Edgerton High School
 
Next Week
Monday, November 7
BVW Band Booster Board Meeting
 
Tuesday, November 8
Veteran’s Day Assembly – performance TBD
 
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
 
Thursday, November 10
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Saturday, November 12
LNYDP Rehearsal, 1:30 – 4 PM
 
Two Weeks
Tuesday, November 15
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Thursday, November 17
LNYDP Trip Meeting
 
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy – Non London participants only
 
Looking Ahead
 

​Congratulations Band and Guard on a tremendous competitive marching band season! Our show peaked just in time for the KBA State Championships, and you certainly won over the crowd and adjudicators with our show! 3rd place in class in prelims and the Outstanding Guard Caption (and actually the #1 rated guard in prelims) were a great start. Getting to conclude the competitive marching season in Kansas with the last performance in Finals was truly a special moment. A 5th Place finish among a group of 6 bands who (including West) who have for the past 10-15 years been the most consistent high-performing groups in the state is a great way to cap off the season! We are extremely proud of the individual and ensemble growth that was demonstrated throughout the past several months and look forward to what lies ahead in our program as we finish out the Fall Semester!
 
October 28 – Possible Playoff Football Game
We host a first-round playoff game on Friday. Pep band only – no halftime or pre-game performance. Please note that ALL performances are required – attendance issues should be communicated via email in a timely manner. Click HERE for the schedule.
 
November 1 – Winter Guard Audition Clinic
Come to the Commons at 6:00 PM if you are interested in auditioning for Winter Guard! See additional information in your recent Booster email.
 
November 3 – Chili Dinner
Do you have what it takes to WOW a crowd with your unique CHILI? Entries must arrive at the Commons no later than 5:45pm. Challengers are encouraged to lure chili voters with your unique table decor, toppings & perhaps costumes. Chili must be labeled with type (beef, vegetarian, chicken, etc.), in a large crock pot, & ready to be sampled/served by 6pm.
Marching Band Students will wear their Show T-Shirt (blue with the fountain logo) and jeans / long pants.
GRAND PRIZE:  4-Days and 3-Nights at the Krizek's VRBO at Table Rock Lake! Two Condos to choose from: Condo 1-Amazing Views or Condo 2-Walk In (No Stairs). Pick your dates (excludes holidays). Standard VRBO terms.
COST: $5 per person at the door includes chili, topping, salad & cornbread. (Proceeds, if any, will go to our general Band Booster Fund.)
TIMELINE:
5:15 pm - Commons open for Chili Contest Entry Set-Up
6:00 - 6:30 pm - Chili Voting
6:30 - 7:15 pm – Dinnertime
7:30 pm - Jazz Ensemble & Marching Band Concert begins in the PAC
November 5 – ECKMEA All-District Auditions
Students who registered for auditions need to report to Gardner-Edgerton High School by 8:00 AM on this day. Auditions usually conclude by 2 PM, depending on the number of auditions in each section. Please see Mr. Love, Mr. Ramsey, or Mr. Westcott if you have additional questions. A detailed email with instructions will be sent to participants next week.
 
Saturday – November 12 - London Parade Rehearsal
1:30 – 4:00 PM at West. We will learn our TV spotlight routine as well as rehearse for the parade and concert. This is a mandatory rehearsal for all trip performers.
 
Placement Auditions
At the conclusion of marching band, we divide into three different concert bands for the remainder of the year: Wind Ensemble (most select); Symphonic Band; and Concert Band. At semester these groups move to different class hours.
 
Instructions are available in Canvas.
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Monday, October 24
Final regular 7 AM rehearsal – marching logistics and season wrap-up
 
Friday, October 28
Possible Home Football Playoff Game
 
Next Week
Tuesday, November 1
Winter Guard Audition Clinic
 
Week of November 1-4
BVW Placement Auditions
 
Thursday, November 3
Chili Dinner Concert – Jazz Ensemble and Marching Band
 
Saturday, November 5
ECKMEA All-District Honor Band Auditions at Gardner-Edgerton High School
 
Two Weeks
Monday, November 7
BVW Band Booster Board Meeting
 
Tuesday, November 8
Veteran’s Day Assembly – performance TBD
 
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
 
Thursday, November 10
Winter Guard Rehearsal – 6-9 PM, BV Academy
 
Saturday, November 12
LNYDP Rehearsal, 1:30 – 4 PM
 
Looking Ahead
 
Thursday, November 17
London Trip Meeting
 

Congratulations band on an excellent performance at the Odessa Marching Festival! Percussion placed second (a mere 1 point from 1st) in the Indoor Percussion event, and the marching band placed 2nd in class and 2nd overall in the Field Competition! We received some great feedback that will help guide our final marching band rehearsals this week as we head to the KBA State Championships on Saturday!
October 21 – Home Football vs. Blue Valley – SENIOR NIGHT
All our outstanding seniors will be recognized during the game in addition to giving our final home game performance! Click HERE for the schedule.
October 22 – Kansas Bandmasters Association State Marching Championships
Our final competitive performance of the year! Click HERE for the schedule.
October 28 – Possible Playoff Football Game
We may host a playoff game on Friday, October 28, however that is determined by the outcome of our remaining regular season game.
Placement Auditions
At the conclusion of marching band, we divide into three different concert bands for the remainder of the year: Wind Ensemble (most select); Symphonic Band; and Concert Band. At semester these groups move to different class hours.
Instructions are available in Canvas.
Upcoming Events
This Week
Tuesday, October 18
Color Guard Rehearsal 6-8:30 PM
Thursday, October 20
FINAL Evening Marching Band Rehearsal
Friday, October 21
Home Football vs. BV & Senior Night
Saturday, October 22
KBA State Championships Marching Festival - SCHEDULE
Next Week
Monday, October 24
Final regular 7 AM rehearsal – marching logistics and season wrap-up
Friday, October 28
Possible Home Football Playoff Game
Two Weeks
Tuesday, November 1
Winter Guard Audition Clinic
Week of November 1-4
BVW Placement Auditions
Thursday, November 3
Chili Dinner Concert – Jazz Ensemble and Marching Band
Looking Ahead
Thursday, November 17
London Trip Meeting
Justin W. Love
Director of Bands
Blue Valley West High School

Congratulations on navigating a very busy day of performances as we closed out Homecoming! We hope everyone that attended the dance had a great time!
 
Show week this week! Excited to put the finishing touches on the Fountain and showcase your hard work for judges and audiences alike!
 
Revised Schedule for Testing
Due to the National Testing Day on Wednesday, October 12, we will not have morning rehearsal. Thursday, October 13 is an All-Block Day. Rehearsal will begin at 7:40 since we have evening rehearsal that night. Then on Friday we have an additional rehearsal as noted below.
 
October 14 – Marching Rehearsal / Band Host:
Rehearsal from 8-9:30 AM. This rehearsal was added because we normally lose a few days during October to conferences and testing, and we need to ensure our show progress remains on track. Following our rehearsal we will host the Lincoln High School Band from Sioux Falls, South Dakota during the day as well for a rehearsal as they head to the St. Louis BOA Regional. Stick around to watch a fantastic group!
 
October 15 – Odessa Marching Invitational:
Click HERE for the schedule.
 
October 21 – Home Football vs. Blue Valley – SENIOR NIGHT
All our outstanding seniors will be recognized during the game in addition to giving our final home game performance! Schedule will be posted in next week’s update – it will be the same as a normal football game, however, we are still finalizing the details of senior recognition with administration.
 
October 22 – Kansas Bandmasters Association State Marching Championships
Our final competitive performance of the year! Click HERE for the schedule.
 
Placement Auditions
At the conclusion of marching band, we divide into three different concert bands for the remainder of the year: Wind Ensemble (most select); Symphonic Band; and Concert Band. At semester these groups move to different class hours.
 
ALL band students will participate in a placement audition during the first week of November. Music for that placement will be available by 3 PM on Thursday, October 6 in Canvas.
 
Honor Band Auditions:
Anyone planning to audition for the ECKMEA Honor Band must complete the following form no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, October 10. Access the form HERE.
 
 
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Monday, October 10
ECKMEA Honor Band Audition Sign-ups Due by 11:59 PM
 
BVW Band Booster Full Meeting – 7:00 PM
 
Tuesday, October 11
Color Guard Rehearsal 6-8:30 PM
 
Wednesday, October 12
No 7 AM Rehearsal – National Testing Day
 
Thursday, October 13
All-Block Day – 7:40 AM rehearsal
 
Evening Marching Band Rehearsal
 
Friday, October 14
Marching Rehearsal from 8-9:30 AM /  Host Lincoln HS Band from Sioux Falls, SD
 
Saturday, October 15
Odessa Marching Invitational - SCHEDULE
 
Next Week
 
Tuesday, October 18
Color Guard Rehearsal 6-8:30 PM
 
Thursday, October 20
FINAL Evening Marching Band Rehearsal
 
Friday, October 21
Home Football vs. BV & Senior Night
 
Saturday, October 22
KBA State Championships Marching Festival
 
Two Weeks
 
Monday, October 24
Final regular 7 AM rehearsal – marching logistics and season wrap-up
 
Friday, October 28
Possible Home Football Playoff Game
 
Looking Ahead
Week of November 1-4
BVW Placement Auditions
 
Tuesday, November 1
Winter Guard Audition Clinic & Info Meeting 6-9 PM, Commons

Thursday, November 3
Chili Dinner Concert – Jazz Ensemble and Marching Band
​

This week’s update was a bit delayed with a performance on Monday – this will cover events for the rest of this week plus next week!
 
Congratulations band and guard on an outstanding performance at the District Marching Festival on Monday evening! You continue to show progress in our performances and we are excited to showcase your hard work in the coming weeks as we close out the season!
 
Homecoming Events / Reminders:
Thursday 10/6 – Evening rehearsal. Pick up your new band polo at the end of rehearsal tonight – uniform for pep assembly.
Friday, 10/7 – Pep assembly – You will report to the band room at the start of 7th Block. We perform Part 4 during the assembly and need to make sure we set up with equipment and staged in the Aux Gym. Wear your red band polo.
Friday, 10/7 Football Game - Click HERE for the schedule.
 
Revised Schedule for Testing
Due to the National Testing Day on Wednesday, October 12, we will not have morning rehearsal. Thursday, October 13 is an All-Block Day. Rehearsal will begin at 7:40 since we have evening rehearsal that night. Then on Friday we have an additional rehearsal as noted below.
 
October 14 – Marching Rehearsal / Band Host:
Rehearsal from 8-9:30 AM. This rehearsal was added because we normally lose a few days during October to conferences and testing, and we need to ensure our show progress remains on track. Following our rehearsal we will host the Lincoln High School Band from Sioux Falls, South Dakota during the day as well for a rehearsal as they head to the St. Louis BOA Regional. Stick around to watch a fantastic group!
 
October 15 – Odessa Marching Invitational:
Click HERE for the schedule.
 
Placement Auditions
At the conclusion of marching band, we divide into three different concert bands for the remainder of the year: Wind Ensemble (most select); Symphonic Band; and Concert Band. At semester these groups move to different class hours.
 
ALL band students will participate in a placement audition during the first week of November. Music for that placement will be available by 3 PM on Thursday, October 6 in Canvas.
 
Honor Band Auditions:
Anyone planning to audition for the ECKMEA Honor Band must complete the following form no later than 11:59 PM on Monday, October 10. Access the form HERE.
 
October 21 – Home Football vs BV (Senior Night Recognition):
Schedule will match that of other games with recognition of our outstanding senior class during the game.
 
October 22 – Kansas Bandmasters Association State Championships:
Our state marching championships in Lawrence! This will be an all-day event.
 
 
Upcoming Events
 
This Week
Monday, October 3
Blue Valley District Marching Festival
 
Tuesday, October 4
Color Guard Rehearsal 6-8:30 PM
 
Thursday, October 6
Evening Marching Band Rehearsal
 
Friday, October 7
Home Football Game #3 – HOMECOMING!
 
Next Week
Monday, October 10
ECKMEA Honor Band Audition Sign-ups Due by 11:59 PM
 
BVW Band Booster Full Meeting – 7:00 PM
 
Tuesday, October 11
Color Guard Rehearsal 6-8:30 PM
 
Wednesday, October 12
No 7 AM Rehearsal – National Testing Day
 
Thursday, October 13
All-Block Day – 7:40 AM rehearsal
 
Evening Marching Band Rehearsal
 
Friday, October 14
Marching Rehearsal from 8-9:30 AM /  Host Lincoln HS Band from Sioux Falls, SD
 
Saturday, October 15
Odessa Marching Invitational - SCHEDULE
 
Two Weeks
 
Tuesday, October 18
Color Guard Rehearsal 6-8:30 PM
 
Thursday, October 20
FINAL Evening Marching Band Rehearsal
 
Friday, October 21
Home Football vs. BV & Senior Night
 
Saturday, October 22
KBA State Championships Marching Festival
 
Looking Ahead
Friday, October 28
POSSIBLE Home Football Playoff
 
Week of November 1-4
BVW Placement Auditions
 
Thursday, November 3
Chili Dinner Concert – Jazz Ensemble and Marching Band
​