Student Leadership Selected for the 2012 Marching Barons
Posted onMarch 9, 2012
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Student leadership try-outs for the 2012 Marching Barons were held Saturday, February 11 in the high school band room. As always, the MCHS band students brought their best to the try-outs, demonstrating why the Marching Barons remain so successful and making the staff’s decision very difficult! The Marching Barons staff would like to congratulate the following students for being selected as the student leadership for the 2012 Marching Barons:
Kaylyn Kennell–Flute Section Leader
Hannah Snavely–Clarinet Section Leader
Justin Shelly–Saxophone Section Leader
Leah Snavely–Trumpet Section Leader
Kevin Wagner–Low Brass Section Leader
Sean Otto–Drum Line Section Leader
Megan Strait–Drum Major
Linley Miller–Rookie Mentor
Congratulations again to all the newly selected student leaders and THANK YOU to everyone who took part in the try-outs. You continue affirm the staff’s belief that the Marching Barons have a bright future ahead!
2012 Marching Barons Field Show Introductory Video Uploaded!
Posted onFebruary 10, 2012
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Interested in learning more about the Marching Barons 2012 field show? Thinking about joining the Marching Barons but want to know a little more about what we’ll be up to this season? Current Marching Barons looking for additional info for friends whom you’re encouraging to join? Check out the video below:
Questions? Interested? Want music? See Mr. Brackbill for more details!
Student Leadership Try-Out Reminder
Posted onFebruary 1, 2012
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This is a reminder to ALL returning marching band members–student leadership try-outs are coming up soon! Try-outs for drum major and section leader will take place on Saturday, February 11 beginning at 9am in the high school band room. Student leadership try-outs are open to ANY marching band member with at least one year of experience. Interested band member should see Mr. Brackbill for additional information and plan to attend one of the following informational meetings: Monday, February 6 during advisory, or Thursday, February 9 during advisory in the band room.
We’re looking for some motivated band members to step forward, take up the mantle of leadership and help us continue the strong tradition of excellence that is part of the Marching Barons!
Bushido Music is Here; Student Leadership Info Also Ready!
Posted onJanuary 27, 2012
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The music for “Bushido: Way of the Warrior” has arrived! Any student planning on being a member of the 2012 Marching Barons can see Mr. Brackbill starting today, Friday, January 27 during advisory in the band room to receive a 2012 intention form, packet of music, warm-ups and pre-season rehearsal schedule. A full calendar will be out shortly.
Try-out information for student leadership positions (section leader and drum major) are also available for pick-up.
Spread the word, and bring a friend–this season is going to be BIG!
Marching Barons Will Learn the “Way of the Warrior” for 2012 Show
Posted onJanuary 25, 2012
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The Marching Barons’ 2012 field show has been selected and will be arriving shortly! After much input from student members and brainstorming sessions by the marching band staff on what direction to take and what kind of show to perform, the staff has unanimously selected, “Bushido: Way of the Warrior,” an original marching band show composed by Rob Stein.
The music is a dramatic composition, presented in four movements, centering around the seven virtues of ‘Bushido’–the code of honor practiced by the samurai warriors of feudal Japan. The seven virtues are: Gi–Fairness, Yuu-Courage, Jin–Benevolence, Rei–Respect, Makoto–Honesty, Meiyo–Honor, and Chuugi–Loyalty.
For all students interested in being a part of the 2012 Marching Barons, music will be available for pick-up beginning after school on Friday, January 27. You can hear the music by going to the Standing ‘O’ Marching Website.
Check out our cool theme logo up top!
More details will follow as we develop the show!
MCHS Trumpeter Selected for PMEA Region V State Band
Posted onJanuary 25, 2012
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During the 2012 PMEA Lower District 7 Band Festival held January 13-14 at Central York HS, George Carvell, a senior trumpet player, auditioned and was selected for PMEA Region V State Band. This places George as one of the best high school instrumentalists (and trumpeters) from PMEA District 7 (Lancaster, Lebanon, York, Dauphin, Perry, Cumberland, Adams and Franklin counties) and PMEA District 10 (Berks, Schuylkill, Lehigh, Carbon, Northampton, Monroe and Pike counties). The Regional Band festival will be held February 24-25 at Chambersburg Area HS, where George will have the opportunity to audition for PMEA All-State Band. Congratulations, George!
Mr. Brackbill’s Band Blog is Back!
Posted onJanuary 25, 2012
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After a RIDICULOUSLY long time, Mr. Brackbill’s Band Blog is back and being updated! All concert band, jazz band and marching band members should subscribe to and check this site regularly for information, announcements, etc., about our instrumental performing ensembles at MCHS!
Marching Barons Summer Rehearsals Begin Next Week!
Posted onJuly 6, 2011
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The countdown is on! Summer rehearsals for the Marching Barons begin in 6 days!!!
Summer music and marching rehearsals for the 2011 Marching Barons season begin this Tuesday, July 12 from 6:30-9pm in the MCHS band room. Rehearsals will continue every Tuesday and Thursday in July from 6:30-9pm.
The start of the marching band season will also be the start of the band’s first fundraiser–Gianni’s Pizza Kits, Mrs. Fields’ Cookie Dough Kits, etc., and will run from July 12-July 26.
Additionally, the Manheim Central Band Booster will be holding a brief informational meeting in conjunction with the rehearsal, beginning at 8pm, to talk about fundraising, volunteer opportunities and other important items related to the marching season and the band’s trip to the Liberty Bowl in December. All parents are invited, welcome and encouraged to attend!
The evening will be capped off with a root beer float social for parents and students. Is there a better mix of two AWESOME summertime traditions–Marching Band AND Root Beer Floats?!?!
We hope to see EVERYONE this Tuesday, July 12!
Schedule Error in 2011 “Quick Guide”
Posted onJune 20, 2011
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The 2011 Manheim Central Marching Barons “Quick Guide,” sent to all 2011 Marching Barons members contained an error missed by Mr. Brackbill when he updated and proof-read the document!!!
The two rehearsals listed for Tuesday, June 21 and Tuesday, June 28 are for members of drum line ONLY! Full band summer rehearsals do not begin until Tuesday, July 12!
Again, non-drum line students DO NOT have rehearsal on June 21 or June 28.
Mr. Brackbill apologizes for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused.
See you Tuesday, July 12!
Student Leadership Selected for 2011 Marching Barons
Posted onJune 20, 2011
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Try-outs were held on Tuesday, May 31 (Drum Major) and Tuesday, June 7 (Section Leader) to determine student leadership for the 2011 Marching Barons. At both try-out dates, it was extremely clear to the marching band staff that MUCH of the band possesses strong leadership skills. EVERY student who tried out showed tremendous potential, and brought great ideas with them, making this year’s decisions extremely difficult!
The student leaders for the 2011 Marching Barons are:
Dustin Fair–Drum Major
Senia Phillips–Music Captain
Sierra Plows–Marching Captain
Moran Hunsecker–Flute Section Leader
Kristen Leber–Clarinet Section Leader
Nia Smith–Saxophone Section Leader
Rachel Snavely–Mellophone Section Leader
George Carvell–Trumpet Section Leader
Dylan Hoffer–Low Brass Section Leader
Caleb Snader–Drum Line Section Leader
Lori Strickler–Sideline Percussion Section Leader
Nicole Deck–Colorguard Captain
Cammie Johanning–”Rookie” Mentor/Coordinator
Congratulations to all of this year’s student leaders, and THANK YOU to everyone who tried out–you have again shown us just how bright the future is for the Marching Barons!