Marching Band Info '08
Downloads Return forms to CLC Attn: Mr. Levin by May 23rdBand Student Info & Uniform Ordering Form '08
- Colorguard Student Info Form '08
Parent Volunteer Form '08
Band Camp
| Start Date | End Date | Time | Who |
| Monday, 8/11 | Monday, 8/11 | 9-3 | All new band members (frosh, etc.) & Section Leaders |
| Tuesday, 8/12 | Friday, 8/15 | 9-3 | Everyone (incl. soph, junior, senior) |
| Monday, 8/18 | Thursday, 8/21 | 6-9 | Everyone NOTE NEW TIME FOR TODAY ONLY! |
| Tuesday, 8/19 | Thursday, 8/21 | 1-5 | Everyone |
| Friday, 8/22 | Friday, 8/22 | 2-7 | Everyone Rehearsal, followed by a new Family Picnic, & the Orange & Black Performance (Specific Times TBA) |
Health & Safety
In the Tiger Band we focus first on the safety and wellness of all band members. So, whenever you are in an outside marching rehearsal, the following precautions must be followed:
- Good GYM SHOES with SOCKS must be worn at all times.
- NO SANDALS OR BARE FEET!
- A HAT, SUNGLASSES, and SUNSCREEN to protect from burning.
- WATERBOTTLE to avoid dehydration.
- EAT a good breakfast every day!
Equipment For Camp
- Instrument
- Lyre (attachment to hold music to the instrument...can be bought at a local music store)
- Music Flip Folder (provided by CLC, except for flutes & trombones -yours are included with your lyre)
- Reeds, Cork Grease, Valve Oil, Marching Size Drum Sticks
- PENCIL
Orange & Black Picnic & Performance
On Friday, August 22nd at 4pm CLC will be holding the annual Orange & Black Night to kickoff the school year. As a band, we are going to celebrate by having a Tiger Band Family Picinic in the late afternoon followed by the Orange & Black Performance. More specific details to follow...
Picture Day
On Saturday, August 23rd we will be taking our annual Marching Band pictures in front of the school. Specific times have not been announced yet, but it will take place between 8 and 11 AM. All students are expected to be present in full uniform with instruments for this picture. You will have an opportunity to purchase full group portraits as well as individual ones. The afternoon is usually followed with our annual Band Car Wash at 1776.
Halftime Show
This year’s Halftime Show will be “Rock Legends” and will feature music from Jimi Hendrix, Alice Cooper, Jim Morrison, and Lynryd Skynnr. Music will be distributed in the fall or may be posted here. Recordings of some of the music can be found on the publisher’s websites:
Hal Leonard: Fire (Hendrix), Touch Me (Morrison), Freebird (Skynnr)
Arranger's Publishing: School's Out (Alice Cooper)
Home Football Games
| Date | Kickoff Time | Opponent |
| 8/29 | 7:45 | Streamwood |
| 9/12 | 7:45 | Jacobs |
| 9/26 | 7:45 | Grayslake Central (Homecoming) |
| 10/17 | 7:45 | Johnsburg |
| 10/24 | 7:45 | Grayslake North (Senior Night) |
Band Festival
This year we will be once again be participating in the Oswego HS Panther Marching Review. This event will allow us to see other area bands, show what we can do, and receive feedback from clinicians to help improve! This REQUIRED event will take place on Thursday, October 2nd. Buses will leave in the late afternoon around 4pm.
Marching Band Showcase
We are continuing our Marching Band Showcase this year. This year we will have the addition of other area bands to participate in this event as well. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18th at 7:00 pm.
Marching Band Field Trip Download Permission Slip
On Saturday, September 13th, the Tiger Band is participating in the annual Band Day at Northwestern University in Evanston. This non-competitive event will allow us to work with other high school bands from across the state, and the NU Marching Wildcats Band. We will also have a chance to see a large college campus and enjoy a college football game. Cost will cover bus transportation and game entry.
Alumni Band
The 08-09 school year marks the 85th anniversary of Central High School. To celebrate this honor we will be organizing an alumni band to perform during the pregame show for the Homecoming game on 9/26. If you know of any former Tiger Band members, tell them to register at our website. Let's work to bring back as many people as possible!
Rehearsals Once School Begins
5:00 -7:30 PM WEDNESDAYS (all members are required to attend) from 8/27 to 10/22
Colorguard will have at least one extra rehearsal per week...day and time TBA.
Instrument Rental Fee
Crystal Lake Central High School offers students the opportunity to rent an instrument directly from the high school. The district’s yearly cost for a woodwind or brass instrument is $50. All percussionists are required to pay a district fee of $75 for use of all school percussion. The instruments we have available are: Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Bari Sax, Euphonium, Tuba/Sousaphone. If you would like to rent an instrument(s) from the school, please indicate on your Student Information Form with a $50 ($75 for percussion) check made out to Crystal Lake Central High School. We will have an instrument waiting for you in August!
Marching Band Uniforms & Accessories
The following uniform items are issued by the school for a $15 District Maintenance Fee:
Jacket, Pants, Hat, Suspenders, and a Hanger.
The following accessory items must be purchased:
| Item | Description |
| Band T-shirt | New design for 2008, mandatory for WW & Brass, optional for others |
| Drumline T-shirt | New design for 2008, mandatory for percussion, optional for others |
| Guard T-shirt | New design for 2008, mandatory for guard, optional for others |
| White cotton gloves | Only for Woodwinds & Brass, not Percussion or Guard |
| Black marching shoes | High quality shoes made specifically for marching at discounted prices. All band members must wear these for performances, nothing else is acceptable. The sizes may run slightly small, so order 1/2 size larger than normal...plus you can wear them for multiple years. |
| Black socks | Purchase on your own...must go mid-shin in height...no ankle socks. |
Section Leader & Band Staff Meeting
As we discussed the other day, we need to have an organizational meeting to ready ourselves before camp starts. The plan is to talk for a few hours, have pizzas delivered for lunch, and organize for Monday! This little social will take place on SUNDAY, August 10 from 12-4. Please bring $3 to help defray pizza costs and I’ll bring the pop. Please RSVP on your student information form.
Band Buddies (Juniors & Seniors ONLY)
We will continue our “Band Buddy” program for next year and we need your help! We would like to match you up with a freshman who you could be a “buddy” to for the year. You would talk to this person, maybe take them to lunch with you, and answer questions about band or high school for them. We have some great new activities planned for Band Buddies as well! This is a great way for them to meet more people in the band and for you to help institute your awesome Tiger Pride! If you are interested, please complete that section on your student information form.
Parent Volunteers
Parents, we have many opportunities for you to take an active role to support the Tiger Band Program! From chaperoning to transportation to cutting cake, you can help make our program a success. Just fill out the Parent Volunteer Form and return it to CLC. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at school or by e-mail. Thank you and we look forward to working with all of you during the course of the year.
Performance Policy
All performances with the CLC Band are required. Every student in the ensemble plays a significant role in our total musical experience. All absences must be cleared AT LEAST 1 month ahead of the performance date with the director. By communicating conflicts well in advance, we can work out all problems!
Next year’s band will be a continuation of the success we have already had. We will continue to build on established traditions, raise our musical standards, refine our discipline, and be open to new ideas. With hard work, effort, and dedication, WE WILL HAVE SUCCESS!