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april 12, 2026

Weekly Newsletter - april 12, 2026

Sent 4/12/2026 2:00 PM

The end of the year is almost here.  But we still have plenty to do.

The jazz bands all sounded great yesterday at Winrock Central Park!  Great job everyone.

TODAY is the last day to order your yearbook if you want it here by the band banquet (you can always order it later and have it shipped to you directly...)  And speaking of band banquet, be on the lookout for ticket sales soon.  Its on Saturday evening, May 9th (note "evening" instead of our usual "afternoon" - we had a scheduling conflict).

And Seniors - if you are planning to continue performing in music ensembles in college, don't forget to apply for the band booster scholarship.

Here is what I have for you this week.

What's in this newsletter?

Here's what I have for you all this week:

• Yearbooks - TODAY is the last day to get your yearbook order in so it will be here for the band banquet!

• Band Booster Scholarship - Seniors - we are now taking applications for the band booster scholarship - details below

• A word from Mr. Sayre - As always, make sure to read this

This week in band...

Wednesday 4/15

• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Winter Guard Class

Thursday 4/16

• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Percussion Class

Saturday 4/18

• Solo & Ensemble - Jackson Middle School

Now on to the details...

Yearbooks

In order to receive your yearbook at the May 9th band banquet, please order NO LATER than TODAY, April 12th. 

To order a yearbook visit www.TreeRing.com and enter passcode: 1016667234694117

If creating an account, make sure to click the "not applicable" option for Teacher/Grade.

Reach out to yearbooks@eldorado.band with any questions. 

Band Booster Scholarship

Our band booster scholarship(s) are awarded to help graduating seniors continue their music performance education in college.  For all the details, see the Scholarships page from the band handbook.

Send your submissions to president@eldorado.band by 5/2.

Go Eagles!

JD

a word from Mr. Sayre...

Hello Eagle Band Community!

Great week! Outstanding job to our Jazz Bands on the tour performance at Winrock Park. A big thank you to the students who helped load the day prior, came early to unload and set up, and stayed late to finish loading the truck. That level of commitment and leadership is what makes these events successful.

Congratulations to two of our Eagles this week:

• Dylan Dencklau for winning the Bruce Kroken Memorial Scholarship from the Albuquerque Concert Band. He will be performing a solo today, Sunday, April 12.

• Jackson Simpkins for being recognized by the National Federation of High Schools and NMAA as the Section 6 “Heart of the Arts Award” winner (Section 6 includes New Mexico, Colorado, Texas, and Oklahoma).

Congratulations, Dylan and Jackson!

This Week at a Glance:

• Monday: Sectional time available

• Tuesday: Chamber Club after school, sectional time available

• Wednesday: Color Guard Class after school

• Thursday: In-class recital day 1, Percussion Class after school

• Friday: In-class recital day 2, sectional time available

• Saturday: Solo and Ensemble Festival

Solo and Ensemble Festival:

Please check the schedule posted in the hallway. If you signed up, you have a performance time scheduled. Be sure you are fully prepared before Saturday. The festival will take place at Jackson Middle School. We are also looking for student helpers to monitor rooms - working a full shift will count as a make-up for a missed lettering event. See Google Classroom for the sign-up form posted by Mr. Snowden.

Spring Trip:

Students, make sure you are communicating with your teachers regarding upcoming absences. Also, please take a moment to thank JP Bowdoin for his generous support in making this trip possible. Jazz students should now have their music - plan to rehearse with the jazz bands when possible and approved by your teacher. Review the packing list and plan ahead.

After the spring trip, we move quickly into a busy stretch that includes the Spring Car Wash, Spring Concerts, Band Banquet, and Graduation. Be sure to submit your lettering information.

We have an exciting few weeks ahead - thank you for all your hard work.

Go Eagles!

Mr. Sayre