Bridgewater Raritan High School Band
Announcements
2020/2021 School Year - Hybrid Instruction Spring Update
Hybrid Cohorts are permitted to play wind instruments indoors effective 3/11/21. All hybrid cohort students and their families have been sent this letter authored by Dr. Craig on behalf of the BRRSD Performing Arts Department detailing the safety protocols that support the safe practice of indoor wind instrument performance at this time. The band program is excited to be offering this opportunity to safely perform live music once again within the band room walls while maintaining a commitment to best educational practices to all students virtually and in person!
Of note: All wind players have been asked to provide their own playing mask. Families may purchase one - here is a suggested link - or you may choose to make one by cutting a slit/hole into a regular surgical/disposable mask. Most wind players attending live instruction have already been given a bell cover which is meant to remain on the bell of the instrument at all times. Students attending in-person instruction will receive a bell cover from the directors if they have not yet gotten one. Without a playing face mask and the bell cover, students will not be permitted to play their instrument at school.
Large instruments such as tubas will continue to not be shared by students while we are observing COVID 19 safety protocols. Percussionists can expect to handle only their own sticks/mallets for the duration of class on a sanitized and individual instrument or instruments that will not be shared.
BRHS Jazz Band
The BRHS Jazz Band will meet virtually on Monday April 12 and Thursday April 15 from 7:00 - 8:00pm. All are welcome!
Winter Percussion & Winter Guard Week Ahead
Winter Guard is expecting to meet on Monday 4/12 and Thursday 4/15 from 6:30 - 8:30 at Hillside. Students are asked to check their google classroom for a more detailed schedule and additional items of preparation before arriving to practice this week.
Winter Percussion is expecting to meet on Tuesday 4/13 and Thursday 4/15 from 6:00 - 9:00 at BRHS.
The below information will remain available in the event that new students choose to join up with either Winter Percussion or Winter Guard.
All students participating in the in-person co-curricular activities are required to read and review the most updated COVID Safety Protocol Information prior to arriving for practice. Click here to view the COVID Safety Protocols and Information. (Students may disregard the last page, that is only for staff). Additionally, there are three pre-screening safety measures in place that must be completed prior to arrival:
1. A parent/guardian must complete the COVID Questionnaire posted on Google Classroom detailing student & family history regarding COVID-19. This is a one-time submission.
2. Additionally, students are asked to complete a DAILY COVID Form every day of in-person activities prior to arriving. The DAILY Form will be posted each day of activities and must be completed each day of activities.
3. Upon arrival to practice, students will have their temperature taken by a staff member.
Once all pre-screening requirements have been satisfied, students will be welcomed to practice and encouraged to remain in accordance with all safety protocols outlined in this document to ensure the safe operations of the groups for the duration of their time in school buildings. Student dismissal should be prompt and immediate, please arrange for transportation ahead of time in accordance with practice end times. Thank you!
ARTS ED NJ Festival Opportunity
Registration remains open for the second round of the Arts Ed NJ Festival. ARTS ED NJ hosted the inaugural NJ State Solo & Ensemble Festival virtually earlier this year, allowing all music students all across the state the opportunity to engage in an extra-curricular musical event to experience growth, receive valuable professional feedback, and ratings. We are so proud of the 12 BRHS Band students who went out for this festival event in the first round through the winter months!
But the fun is not over...the festival is holding a second round! All BRHS students may contact Mr. Mossa if they are interested in participating. He will then relay information about registration, registration fees, and file processing information. The festival has entries for solo repertoire (just like region/all state band), small ensemble (chamber groups), jazz combos, guitar, composition, and more. Consider signing up! Registration is available to students until the end of the day on Tuesday 4/13.
April Band Parent Meeting Tuesday 4/13
The BRHS Band Parents are hosting a meeting on Tuesday April 13 at 7:30pm. Please plan to attend to receive updates about our Spring plans for our curricular and co-curricular ensembles. Additionally, the nominations committee will present their slate and general nominations for board positions for the upcoming school year will be accepted from the floor. All band families should expect to receive an email with the link to join. See you there!
Calendar of Events
The calendar below reflects the most up-to-date changes in rehearsals, performances, and meetings for all entities of the BRHS Band Program. Be sure to check it before you leave home!
Hybrid Cohorts are permitted to play wind instruments indoors effective 3/11/21. All hybrid cohort students and their families have been sent this letter authored by Dr. Craig on behalf of the BRRSD Performing Arts Department detailing the safety protocols that support the safe practice of indoor wind instrument performance at this time. The band program is excited to be offering this opportunity to safely perform live music once again within the band room walls while maintaining a commitment to best educational practices to all students virtually and in person!
Of note: All wind players have been asked to provide their own playing mask. Families may purchase one - here is a suggested link - or you may choose to make one by cutting a slit/hole into a regular surgical/disposable mask. Most wind players attending live instruction have already been given a bell cover which is meant to remain on the bell of the instrument at all times. Students attending in-person instruction will receive a bell cover from the directors if they have not yet gotten one. Without a playing face mask and the bell cover, students will not be permitted to play their instrument at school.
Large instruments such as tubas will continue to not be shared by students while we are observing COVID 19 safety protocols. Percussionists can expect to handle only their own sticks/mallets for the duration of class on a sanitized and individual instrument or instruments that will not be shared.
BRHS Jazz Band
The BRHS Jazz Band will meet virtually on Monday April 12 and Thursday April 15 from 7:00 - 8:00pm. All are welcome!
Winter Percussion & Winter Guard Week Ahead
Winter Guard is expecting to meet on Monday 4/12 and Thursday 4/15 from 6:30 - 8:30 at Hillside. Students are asked to check their google classroom for a more detailed schedule and additional items of preparation before arriving to practice this week.
Winter Percussion is expecting to meet on Tuesday 4/13 and Thursday 4/15 from 6:00 - 9:00 at BRHS.
The below information will remain available in the event that new students choose to join up with either Winter Percussion or Winter Guard.
All students participating in the in-person co-curricular activities are required to read and review the most updated COVID Safety Protocol Information prior to arriving for practice. Click here to view the COVID Safety Protocols and Information. (Students may disregard the last page, that is only for staff). Additionally, there are three pre-screening safety measures in place that must be completed prior to arrival:
1. A parent/guardian must complete the COVID Questionnaire posted on Google Classroom detailing student & family history regarding COVID-19. This is a one-time submission.
2. Additionally, students are asked to complete a DAILY COVID Form every day of in-person activities prior to arriving. The DAILY Form will be posted each day of activities and must be completed each day of activities.
3. Upon arrival to practice, students will have their temperature taken by a staff member.
Once all pre-screening requirements have been satisfied, students will be welcomed to practice and encouraged to remain in accordance with all safety protocols outlined in this document to ensure the safe operations of the groups for the duration of their time in school buildings. Student dismissal should be prompt and immediate, please arrange for transportation ahead of time in accordance with practice end times. Thank you!
ARTS ED NJ Festival Opportunity
Registration remains open for the second round of the Arts Ed NJ Festival. ARTS ED NJ hosted the inaugural NJ State Solo & Ensemble Festival virtually earlier this year, allowing all music students all across the state the opportunity to engage in an extra-curricular musical event to experience growth, receive valuable professional feedback, and ratings. We are so proud of the 12 BRHS Band students who went out for this festival event in the first round through the winter months!
But the fun is not over...the festival is holding a second round! All BRHS students may contact Mr. Mossa if they are interested in participating. He will then relay information about registration, registration fees, and file processing information. The festival has entries for solo repertoire (just like region/all state band), small ensemble (chamber groups), jazz combos, guitar, composition, and more. Consider signing up! Registration is available to students until the end of the day on Tuesday 4/13.
April Band Parent Meeting Tuesday 4/13
The BRHS Band Parents are hosting a meeting on Tuesday April 13 at 7:30pm. Please plan to attend to receive updates about our Spring plans for our curricular and co-curricular ensembles. Additionally, the nominations committee will present their slate and general nominations for board positions for the upcoming school year will be accepted from the floor. All band families should expect to receive an email with the link to join. See you there!
Calendar of Events
The calendar below reflects the most up-to-date changes in rehearsals, performances, and meetings for all entities of the BRHS Band Program. Be sure to check it before you leave home!