Bridgewater Raritan High School Band
Announcements
BRHS Winter Band Concert
The BRHS Winter Band Concert is on Monday 12/13 at 7:00pm in the BRHS Auditorium. All curricular bands will be performing a classic evening concert performance that you won't want to miss! Students are reminded that they are required to attend for the full duration of the concert event.
2021/2022 Jazz Band Audition Results
The 2021/2022 Jazz Bands are ready to begin this week! The rosters for both the Monday & Tuesday Jazz Bands are posted in the band room. Monday Band rehearses from 6 - 9pm on Monday 11/29. Tuesday Band rehearses from 2:30 - 4:30pm on Tuesday 11/30 and Thursday 12/2.
Winter Percussion
The placements for Winter Percussion are expected to be finalized on Monday 11/29. Students may check google classroom for updates as well as an updated rehearsal schedule for the month of December. The calendar below reflects the most up to date rehearsal schedule for the group.
This week ensemble will rehearse Tuesday 11/30 and Thursday 12/2 from 6 - 9pm at BRHS.
Winter Guard
Winter Guard will begin on Tuesday 11/30 and Thursday 12/2 at Hillside Intermediate School from 6 - 9pm. All interested students should plan to show up in athletic clothing and footwear - and that's it! No experience required! There are NO CUTS for this group!
Band COVID Protocol - Updated 9/13/21
There are no pre-screening actions to be taken on-site, but all band students should monitor health for COVID-19 symptoms and remain home if feeling ill regardless of vaccination status. If you expect to be absent from a co-curricular event due to feeling unwell, please email Mr. Mossa & Dr. Bourgault beforehand.
Outdoor rehearsal - Marching Band:
Masks are optional.
We are not expected to follow any outdoor distancing or time constraints, but be conscious about your company please.
No sharing of equipment.
Maintain good general hygiene - wash your hands, etc.
For wind players -- bell covers & playing masks are optional.
Indoor rehearsal - Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Marching Band when necessary due to weather and/or lighting:
Required masks for all when not playing wind instruments.
Required bell covers at all times while playing wind instruments.
Minimum 3-Feet distancing.
Maintain good general hygiene - wash your hands, etc.
Marching Band Championship Celebration 12/3
The marching band championship celebration is scheduled for 3 - 5pm on Friday 12/3. All marching band members should expect to attend for some fun, secret goodies & treats, and one last hoorah for the conclusion of an unforgettable season!
Region Band Auditions 12/11
Students auditioning for CJMEA Region ensembles will receive audition confirmation and information leading up to the date of the auditions from Mr. Mossa. Be reminded that the snow date is the following weekend, 12/18. Students may contact Mr. Mossa to arrange mock auditions (HIGHLY encouraged for all participants to receive audition prep & simulated audition experience prior to the audition).
Meadow Farms Fundraiser
All band students have been asked to participate in the Meadow Farms Fundraiser. Click here to view the flyer, also posted in all Google Classrooms, and follow the instructions to set up this EXTREMELY EASY and VERY TASTY fund raising opportunity! Fundraiser will end on 11/24.
Fundraisers
Click here to see all the current fundraisers that support the band.
December Band Parent Association Meeting 12/14
The December BPA meeting is scheduled for 12/14 at 7:30pm, location TBD (There are many rehearsals going on these days!). All are welcome!
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!
The BRHS Winter Band Concert is on Monday 12/13 at 7:00pm in the BRHS Auditorium. All curricular bands will be performing a classic evening concert performance that you won't want to miss! Students are reminded that they are required to attend for the full duration of the concert event.
2021/2022 Jazz Band Audition Results
The 2021/2022 Jazz Bands are ready to begin this week! The rosters for both the Monday & Tuesday Jazz Bands are posted in the band room. Monday Band rehearses from 6 - 9pm on Monday 11/29. Tuesday Band rehearses from 2:30 - 4:30pm on Tuesday 11/30 and Thursday 12/2.
Winter Percussion
The placements for Winter Percussion are expected to be finalized on Monday 11/29. Students may check google classroom for updates as well as an updated rehearsal schedule for the month of December. The calendar below reflects the most up to date rehearsal schedule for the group.
This week ensemble will rehearse Tuesday 11/30 and Thursday 12/2 from 6 - 9pm at BRHS.
Winter Guard
Winter Guard will begin on Tuesday 11/30 and Thursday 12/2 at Hillside Intermediate School from 6 - 9pm. All interested students should plan to show up in athletic clothing and footwear - and that's it! No experience required! There are NO CUTS for this group!
Band COVID Protocol - Updated 9/13/21
There are no pre-screening actions to be taken on-site, but all band students should monitor health for COVID-19 symptoms and remain home if feeling ill regardless of vaccination status. If you expect to be absent from a co-curricular event due to feeling unwell, please email Mr. Mossa & Dr. Bourgault beforehand.
Outdoor rehearsal - Marching Band:
Masks are optional.
We are not expected to follow any outdoor distancing or time constraints, but be conscious about your company please.
No sharing of equipment.
Maintain good general hygiene - wash your hands, etc.
For wind players -- bell covers & playing masks are optional.
Indoor rehearsal - Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Marching Band when necessary due to weather and/or lighting:
Required masks for all when not playing wind instruments.
Required bell covers at all times while playing wind instruments.
Minimum 3-Feet distancing.
Maintain good general hygiene - wash your hands, etc.
Marching Band Championship Celebration 12/3
The marching band championship celebration is scheduled for 3 - 5pm on Friday 12/3. All marching band members should expect to attend for some fun, secret goodies & treats, and one last hoorah for the conclusion of an unforgettable season!
Region Band Auditions 12/11
Students auditioning for CJMEA Region ensembles will receive audition confirmation and information leading up to the date of the auditions from Mr. Mossa. Be reminded that the snow date is the following weekend, 12/18. Students may contact Mr. Mossa to arrange mock auditions (HIGHLY encouraged for all participants to receive audition prep & simulated audition experience prior to the audition).
Meadow Farms Fundraiser
All band students have been asked to participate in the Meadow Farms Fundraiser. Click here to view the flyer, also posted in all Google Classrooms, and follow the instructions to set up this EXTREMELY EASY and VERY TASTY fund raising opportunity! Fundraiser will end on 11/24.
Fundraisers
Click here to see all the current fundraisers that support the band.
December Band Parent Association Meeting 12/14
The December BPA meeting is scheduled for 12/14 at 7:30pm, location TBD (There are many rehearsals going on these days!). All are welcome!
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!