MVHS Band Camp

2021 Summer Dates
Drumline Auditions (drumline_audition.jpg) :Tuesday, August 10th @ 6pm
Drumline Camp: Wednesday - Friday, August 11th - 13th (9 am to 12 pm)

HS Band Leadership Team: Saturday, August 14th (9 am to 12 pm)
MS Camp Counselor Meeting, Saturday, August 14th (1 pm to 2:30pm)

HS Band Camp: Monday - Friday, August 16 - 20th (2 pm - 6 pm)
(Except Friday, 12:30pm to 6pm)
HS Band Info Meeting & BBQ: Friday, August 20th (5 pm)

HS Olympic Song Performance - Wednesday, August 25th (9:30 - 10:30am)

Back to School District Kick Off Event - Monday, August 30th

First Day of School: Wednesday, September 1st

Sample Band Camp Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2pm to 6pm

Band camp sets the tone for the year. It is not only a time that we learn and perfect our marching technique but begin to bond as a band and create the atmosphere of success and excellence that drives the Mount Vernon High School Band Program. During marching band and pep band are some of the only times when the entirety of the program works together. Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors are all together, mentoring one another for a higher musical goal. Tone, musicality, ensemble, technique and balance are key components to that are focused on during the camp.

MONDAY
2:00    Orientation
2:10    Music Rehearsal
3:00    Marching Techniques
3:30    Parade Marching
3:50    Sectional Time
4:30    Marching Techniques
4:50    Unity Group Event
5:15    Staff Presentation
5:30    Music Rehearsal
6:00    Dismissal
6:00    Staff Meeting

TUESDAY
2:00    Warm up and Music
3:00    Marching Techniques
3:30    Drill Down
3:45    Drum Major Info
4:00    Sectional Time
4:30    Parade Marching
5:00    Unity Competition
5:30    Music Visuals
6:00    Dismissal
6:00    Staff Meeting

WEDNESDAY
2:00    Warm-up and Music
3:00    Parade Review
3:20    Drill Down
3:30    Sectionals
4:30    Parade Marching
5:00    Full Music Rehearsal
6:00    Dismissal
6:00    Staff Meeting

THURSDAY
2:00    Warmup and Music
3:00    Parade Practice
4:00    Water Balloon Toss 4:30    Sectionals
5:15    Full Music Rehearsal
6:00    Dismissal
6:00    Staff Meeting

FRIDAY
12:30    Arrive for middle school band camp performance
1:00    MS Camp Performance
1:30    30 minute break
2:00    Mock parade
2:30    Water break
2:45    Drill Down
3:00    Music Rehearsal
3:30    Practice getting into
stands Pregame Performance
4:00    Practice for District Kickoff
4:30    Clean up
5:00    Info Meeting & Student
Instrument Demo
5:30      BBQ

What to Bring

Students need to wear comfortable, easy to march in clothing.
Wear comfortable shoes that can be marched in, NO FLIP FLOPS OR SANDALS!
BRING A WATER BOTTLE! (water to re-fill bottles will be available on the field)
Music Flip Folders / Lyre
If subject to sunburn apply sunscreen liberally and often.
Wear a hat
BRING A WATER BOTTLE (Individual water bottles will not be provided)
Instrument

Do I need to buy anything?

Our program can provide everything needed! However, if you would like to have something that is new, and your own, we highly recommend the purchase of:

1) A flip folder and lyre for your instrument (Bring your instrument and get fitted at Hugo Helmer in Burlington)

2) Dinkles Glide Marching Shoes,
Click Here for Link

Parent Help Needed

Marching uniforms need to be fitted and altered
Help prepare and/or serve the meals for the BBQ on Friday.
If you would like to help out just e-mail: oordonez@mvsd320.org

Marching Band Staff

Band Directors: Jacob Scherr, Omar Ordonez
Alumni Staff: TBA

Drum Majors:
  Mal Jones
  Ireland Benson
  Zoie Youngren

Student Marching Leadership Team
    Flute: Anneka Mitchell & Adrienne Britt
    Clarinet: Samuel Mentel
    Saxophone: Milo Gasser & Cameron Larson
    Trumpet: Laura Nielson
    Trombone: Hayden Johnson & Emilie Mentel
    Sousaphone: Benito Correa & Hannah Galvan
    Percussion Leader:

Common Questions:

Is band camp Required?

- Band camp is required for students who are signed up Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Percussion Ensemble.
- Marching Band is optional for students enrolled in the Concert Band Class.
- Only students who attend camp are eligible for attending the Leavenworth Parade

Why should my son or daughter do marching band?

- Students get to walk into Mount Vernon High School with a close knit group of friends from day one! We spend so much time together and do so much together that it’s impossible for you to not come away at the end of Marching Band Camp without a new best friend!
- Students get a chance to get some exercise! Marching Band is just as much a sport as it is an art.
- Students get to improve your musical skills, whether it’s on the instrument you’ve been playing for years or by learning a new instrument.
- Students get to be contributing part of a team. Nobody gets “bench” in Marching Band!
- Students get a chance to meet students from schools all over the nation at parades and competitions.
- Students get a chance to entertain the crowd at football games!

YES, Marching band sounds AWESOME! How do we sign up? Is it to late?

- See the link towards the top of the page that says "REGISTER HERE." If you were not able to register before band camp starts, we'd still love to have you join!

What is the difference between Pep Band and Marching Band?

- Marching band performs for football games and parades and only rehearses during football season.
- Pep band strictly performs at assemblies and basketball games and includes all band students.

Is Marching/Pep Band a separate class?

- Neither Marching nor Pep Band are separate classes students need to register for. They work in conjunction with the current band classes.

Are there fees involved for Marching Band?

- Yes is a fee for being involved with Pep/Marching band. Students will need to buy and band jacket & T-shirt alongside which students need to purchase a music fold and lyre for their instruments.. There is a $15 uniform fee but only for students participating in the Leavenworth Field Trip. More information about this can be found on the band web site at: http://www.mvbands.org/parents.html

What is the time commitment for Marching Band?

- Summer Band Camps
- 2 Parades (Leavenworth Parade & City of Mount Vernon Holiday Parade)
- 4 to 5 Home Football Games *Depends on Football Schedule
- 8 to 10 Marching Band Practices *Depends on Football Schedule
- 1 Marching Exhibition (Civic Field, Bellingham)

Can I enroll in band and play a sport?

- Yes! We have many students involved in both music and athletics. Students must keep track of their schedule and notify the band director and coach of possible conflicts, but accommodations can usually be made. It requires hard work, dedication, and planning to maintain good grades while participating in music and athletics but the students that choose to do both activities are glad to stay involved.

Is the parent orientation in August only for marching band students?

- No, this event is for anyone enrolled in the Instrumental Music Department. Everyone is invited! Bring the entire family. This event is held on the last day of band camp. (Friday, the 3rd week of August)

What if I have more questions about the program? Who can I contact: