WOW! Just wow!! That was a pretty amazing weekend! It was so fun to see the kids put on such tremendous performances in Lucas Oil not once, but twice. If you haven't seen any of the announcement videos circulating, check out the amazing band Instagram page put together by the exceptionally talented Karen Piehl. I think I have watched it at least ten times. It is so fun to see them realize all of the blood, sweat, and tears they have put in is paying off!
Thank you to all of the parents that mobilized quickly to braid hair, load props, help find lost gloves and shoes, alert bus drivers, gather supplies, and all of the thousand other things that happened this weekend to support the kids in their process. The band family came together in amazing fashion!
A special shout out to the directors and staff! This team has got to be one of the most dedicated teams in the business. They work tirelessly to provide top notch instruction and music education for our kids. They help students achieve remarkable things I think most didn't know they had in them, They come early and stay late. They spend hours and hours and hours working on the show. They fix instruments, give inspiring talks big and small, build leaders, pause to ask about things the students are interested in, take pictures with group mascots, are wonderful sports, and spend countless hours supporting our kids in becoming the best version of their marching selves they can be. They help our students grow as marchers and as humans. They somehow motivate and mobilize 160+ teenagers to do fantastic things. Thank you, thank you, thank you to our wonderful directors and staff!
Marching Band Quick Info
Semi-State Competition 10/26 - Noblesville performs at 2:45 pm. See below for more details!
Award Jackets: Letter jackets are now on sale! Jackets can by ordered here. Sale closes on 10/29 at 3:00 PM.
Semi-State Competition: Noblesville will perform at 2:45 PM on 10/26.
Fees - Invoices are now overdue! Contact Jacky Doke at treasurer@noblesvilleband.org with questions.
Semi-State
We have another big weekend ahead! Semi-state will be held at Ben Davis High School on Saturday, October 26th. 20 open class A bands will compete for 10 coveted spots at state finals. Like regionals, placements will not be announced. Instead, they will announce bands that move forward to state. They will also give "with distinction" captions. One special thing about semi-state is that all seniors in all bands join drum majors on the field in uniform for a senior retreat. It is a really neat way to recognize the contributions they have made to the program.
Performance Time - Noblesville takes the field at 2:45 PM.
Senior Retreat - All seniors will join drum majors for awards at 7:00 PM.
Clear Bag Policy - Ben Davis has a clear bag policy similar to the one at Lucas Oil.
Tickets - CARD ONLY - $10 for adults and $7 for students
Concessions - Accepts cash and card.
Parking Info:
Semi-State Spirit
Clear Bags
Need a clear bag? These Marching Miller crossbody bags are terrific for all Ben Davis and Lucas Oil visits and are only $19! Gretchen Horne will be selling the bags from the volunteer tent at practice Thursday, October 24th 2-5 PM. Stop by and pick up a bag from Gretchen! Payment accepted via Venmo. Watch the band app for more possible opportunities to purchase a bag this week!
Band Send Off
"Come together" along the drive in the north lot at 11:15 AM Saturday to cheer the band off as they head off to state! We will also welcome them back from semi-state with cheering to celebrate all of their hard work. around 9:00 PM Saturday evening.
Parent Pep Band
Peppies gather at 10:15 to set up. Music begins around 10:30/10:45 AM!
Food Fun!
Thanks again to the Schoppe family for providing Costco pizza for the band Saturday as they watched finalists announcements!
Wednesday 10/25 - Back by popular demand - lunchtime concessions! Soda and candy available for $1/item. Cash and card accepted!
Thursday 10/24 - Popcorn bar during lunch for all students! This is free for all students and lots of fun!
Saturday 10/26 - Semi-State!! We have found an area a short drive from Ben Davis (toward Avon) with multiple fast food options. After performing, the students will change out of their uniform, load busses, and head over for a quick lunch Please send your student with cash or card to purchase their lunch! They can enjoy some social time while waiting for awards after performing! They are also welcome to visit concessions when we return to Ben Davis.
Awards and Patches
Many people have been asking about patches and awards. All of the information about how/when a student earns awards is on the band website awards page. At the bottom of the awards page are two helpful links: buy a lost patch/pin and inquire about a patch that was never received. Sarah Scholl or Gretchen Horne will reach out regarding any ordered or overlooked awards.
Volunteers Needed!
Have you met your volunteer requirement for the season? Check with Kim Eshbaugh at volunteers@noblesvilleband.org if you aren't sure! We have lots of spots open for help at practice this week and next!
Met your requirement but just want to help? We would LOVE your help! This is a great time of year to watch practice. The weather is pretty pleasant, and the show is really coming together! Sign up to help here!
Upcoming Dates
October 23-25 - Band camp 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 26h - ISSMA Semi-State at Ben Davis - performance time 2:45 PM
October 29th - Award jacket orders due by 3:00 PM.
November 7th - Community Night
November 9th - ISSMA State Finals at Lucas Oil (if qualified)
November 14th - ISSMA Grand Nationals prelims at Lucas Oil
November 20th - Marching Band Banquet
Thank you for reading until the end! Let me know if there is any information you would like included in upcoming newsletters.
BlackGold!
Jen Melton
Vice President, Noblesville Band Boosters
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