Band Camp

BAND CAMP 2021 IS HERE!

Band Camp is REQUIRED for all members. If someone has a small conflict, appointment, etc., please let the directors know so they can plan accordingly. All Band Camp sessions will meet at the EHS Performing Arts Center.

BAND CAMP SCHEDULE

June 24-26 - 9AM - 3PM: EHS Percussion Camp (see details below)

June 26 - 9AM - 3PM: EHS Color Guard Camp (see details below)

July 17 - 8AM - 3PM: Section Leaders & Drum Majors (8AM - 3PM)

July 17 - 6PM - 8PM: Band Family Picnic - El Oso Grande Park

July 19 - 7:30AM - 11:30AM: New Members (Freshmen, Sophomores, and anyone new to our program

July 20 - 7:30AM - 4:30PM: New Members (Freshmen, Sophomores, and anyone new to our program

July 21 - 7:30AM - 4:30PM: ALL MEMBERS

July 22 - 7:30AM - 4:30PM: ALL MEMBERS

July 23 - 7:30AM - 4:30PM: ALL MEMBERS

July 26 - 7:30AM - 4:30PM: ALL MEMBERS

July 27 - 9:00AM - 12:00PM: ALL MEMBERS - Jackson Middle School

July 28 - 8:00AM - Breakfast Burritos provided by Boosters 9:00AM - 12:00PM: ALL MEMBERS - Jackson Middle School

July 29 - 9:00AM - 12:00PM: ALL MEMBERS - Jackson Middle School

July 30 - 9:00AM - 12:00PM: ALL MEMBERS - Jackson Middle School

Aug 2 - 7:30AM - 4:30PM: ALL MEMBERS

Aug 3 - 7:30AM - 11:30AM: ALL MEMBERS (Parent Meeting and student performance at 6:00PM)

Students are on their own for lunch from 11:30-12:45 each day of band camp.

BAND CAMP UPDATES

Check this section for the most up-to-date information during Band Camp.

WHAT DO I BRING TO BAND CAMP?

  1. A good attitude, a willingness to learn, and an expectation of fun!

  2. Band instrument in excellent playing condition.

  3. Beach towel to sit on/put instrument on.

  4. Tennis/athletic - NO sandals or flip-flops.

  5. Wear cool, light colored clothing. APS dress code is enforced!

  6. Sunscreen and hat.

  7. LOTS of water. Mark containers with student's last name.

  8. Black pep band folder (sold at band camp) and a pencil.

  9. Reeds, mouthpieces, sticks and mallets as required by the Director.

  10. Color Guard: supplied flags and rifles as required by the Director.

  11. Sack lunch or money to buy lunch at nearby restaurants.

EHS PERCUSSION CAMP

Percussion camp helps the drumline get a jump on the season prior to full band camp. Students will meet in the EHS Music Building.

  • Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and wear athletic/tennis shoes.

  • Bring a lunch with you each day. Lunch will be from 12PM to 1PM.

  • Bring a water bottle each day.

  • Bring a pair of ear plugs.

  • Bring sunscreen and a hat.

  • Bring a mask.

EHS COLOR GUARD CAMP

Color Guard camp helps the guard get a jump on the season prior to full band camp. Students will meet in the EHS Music Building.

  • Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and wear athletic/tennis shoes.

  • Bring a lunch with you. Lunch will be from 12PM to 1PM.

  • Bring a water bottle.

  • Bring a pair of ear plugs.

  • Bring sunscreen and a hat.

  • Bring a mask.