HHS Band

It's that time of year again!  Please take the time to peruse the band website for changes and other important information concerning the year's schedule of events, rubrics, and our attendance policy.  I'm looking forward to getting started!

 A few notes: (Oh, the potential music puns...)

•  If you haven't done so, join the HHS Band Facebook Group.  It's the best way to stay up-to-date on band news, post band-y photos, and take part in band-related discussions. 

•  Two journal posts will be due before the end of the term.  Be sure to check the HHS BandBlog for prompts.  The Forums on this site will no longer be used for journal postings. 

It's time once again for recorded playing tests, which will begin the week of March 22nd, 2010.  Please click the link below to find your excerpts, all of which have been taken from "Albanian Dance."  Good luck, and happy practicing!

 Term 3 Playing Test Information.

Scale Tests!  Check the "Education and Practice" tab to see the scales for which you're responsible.  Keep in mind that they are listed in concert pitch, so you'll need to know what that means for your instrument.  Good luck and happy practicing!

Check the "Concerts and Rep" tab at the upper-right of the page and click on "Winter Concert 2009" to hear recordings of the band program's evening in the spotlight on December 8, 2009.  Each ensemble performed admirably, and the audio quality is top-notch.  Enjoy!

Check the "Concerts and Rep" tab at the upper-right of the page and click on "Fall Concert 2009" to hear recordings of the band's outstanding performance on Tuesday, October 20th.  For fun, try listening to marches from previous fall concerts to see how they compare!  (Was Sousa really just using a formula?)

In March, 2010, the Hingham High School Concert Band and Orchestra will travel to Philadelphia, PA for a weekend of cultural enrichment and entertainment, including a performance of the world-famous Philadelphia Orchestra.  More information is to follow!

Welcome back, all!  The HHS Band website has been updated to reflect the 2009-2010 school year.  It's going to be a great one!

Term 2 Playing Test Information

During the week of January 12th, students will be assessed during class FROM THEIR SEATS on the following:

 WINDS AND BRASS: Two Octave Chromatic Scale

Flute- D to D
Clarinet/B.Cl. - E to high C
Saxophones- D to D
Trumpets- G to G
F Horn- G to G
Trombone- F to F
Tuba- Bb to F (1 and 1/2 octave)

PERCUSSION: Rudiments

See handout in class with circled snare drum rudiments.

As the music department prepares for its trip to our nation's capital April 2-5, 2008, we are asking for an initial, non-refundable deposit of $100 to be submitted no later than October 1.  Checks are to be made payable to HMPA.  More details regarding total cost and itinerary are soon to follow!