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may 3, 2026

Weekly Newsletter - may 3, 2026

Sent 5/3/2026 5:45 PM

We are in the home stretch.  It's MAY!

Huge thanks to all that came out and supported the band this weekend at our spring car wash, and to all the volunteers that helped guide traffic, feed the kids, and make things run smoothly.

Don't forget, we have our band banquet next Saturday.  We have a big crowd, which is awesome - I'm very much looking forward to celebrating all that the kids accomplished this past year.

SENIORS - if you are planning to continue playing music next year, I encourage you to apply for the band booster scholarship.  I'm extending the due date to this Wed, 5/6.  Send me your applications ASAP.  All the details are on the Scholarships page.

There really is a lot going on these next few weeks, so be sure to read through all of Mr. Sayre's section below.

I'm looking forward to some great concerts this week - here is all that I have for you this week.

What's in this newsletter?

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

• Band Booster Scholarship - Seniors - I've extended the deadline to Wed, 5/6

• Volunteer Opportunities - We have a few more volunteer opportunities to close out the year

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

This week in band...

Tuesday 5/5

• 6:30 PM - Spring Jazz Concert, PAC - call time is 5:00 PM

Wednesday 5/6

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

• Band Booster Scholarship Applications Due

• Lettering Applications Due (See Mr. Sayre's section)

Thursday 5/7

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

• 6:30 PM - Spring Band Concert, PAC - call time is 5:30 PM

Friday 5/8

• Jazz Placements Due (See Mr. Sayre's section)

Saturday 5/9

• 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Band Banquet at the Berna Facio Facility - doors open at 4:30

Now on to the details...

Band Booster Scholarship

I've extended the deadline for seniors to apply for the band booster scholarship.  If you are planning to continue playing in band in college, I encourage you to apply.  You can send your applications to me at president@eldorado.band.  Get the details on how to apply on the Scholarships page.

Volunteer Opportunities

To close out our season, we could use some help with band banquet setup and teardown (many hands makes for light work, and we have to return the facility to it's regular state once we are done with the banquet.  Additionally, we need a few chaperones for graduation.  If you are able to help, please sign up below.

• Band Banquet Setup/Teardown Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D48ADAA2DA1FB6-63918523-banquet#/ 

• Graduation Chaperones: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D48ADAA2DA1FB6-63918627-graduation#/ 

Go Eagles!

JD

a word from Mr. Sayre...

Hello Eagle Band Community!

Thank you for all your great efforts at the Spring Car Wash and restaurant night on Saturday. Every bit of support makes a difference as we prepare for concerts and next year’s needs. It was especially helpful to have so many students stay and get everything put away—we are in great shape heading into a very busy week.

This week at a glance:

• Monday: Sectional time available after school

• Tuesday: Spring Jazz Band Concert — call time 5:00 PM, concert at 6:30 PM

• Wednesday: Color Guard class after school, Lettering applications DUE

• Thursday: Percussion class after school, Spring Band Concert — call time 5:30 PM, concert at 6:30 PM in the PAC

• Friday: Chamber Club Concert — all Solo & Ensemble small groups are welcome to perform

We have a lot coming up, so please read carefully.

Lettering

• Submit your materials as soon as possible using the link in Google Classroom. Double check that everything is complete. Please note: we are not able to address lettering questions or application concerns on the day of the banquet, so take care of anything outstanding now.

Band Banquet – May 9 (Berna Facio)

• Decorating begins at 3:00 PM

• Event begins between 4:30–5:00 PM

• Students applying for leadership should plan to help run the event.

Incoming Student Night – May 11, 5:30 PM (Band Room)

• Prospective student leaders should plan to attend and assist. Please invite friends who may be interested in joining band or color guard.

Jazz Placements – Due May 8 (THIS WEEK)

• Information is available in Google Classroom. All students are encouraged to participate as we build next year’s ensembles.

Jazz Concert – May 5, 6:30 PM

• Call time: 5:00 PM

Concert Bands Concert – May 7, 6:30 PM

• Call time: 5:30 PM

• Student leaders (current and prospective) should plan to assist with setup and transitions. We will be recognizing our seniors and managing multiple ensembles, so efficiency is important.

• Performance Schedule:

  • Winter Guard – 6:30 PM

  • Percussion Ensemble – 6:50 PM

  • Concert Band – 7:30 PM

  • Symphonic Band – 7:50 PM

  • Wind Symphony – 8:15 PM

Middle School Concerts

• A strong student presence makes a meaningful impact. Student leaders and any available members are encouraged to attend. Performance opportunities are available—please ask a director.

  • Hoover MS – May 14 (at Eldorado)

  • Jackson MS – May 14 (at Jackson)

  • Eisenhower MS – May 13 (at Eisenhower)

Marching Percussion & Color Guard Introductions

• May 19 and May 21 in the band room after school until 6:00 PM. Invite friends who may be interested.

Graduation – May 18, 2:00 PM

• Report time: 10:30 AM in the band room

• Bring a lunch

• Concert attire: dress nicely or all black

• All band members (except Color Guard) will perform

Thank you for taking the time to read through everything. Let’s have a strong and successful week ahead.

Go Eagles!

Mr. Sayre