Welcome to the 2009 Javelina Marching Band Webpage!
Join the Javelina Marching Band on a journey through the musical landscape of one rock’s most legendary bands, Led Zeppelin. Songs include Heartbreaker, Black Dog, Rock and Roll, and the all-time classic Stairway to Heaven!
Dorm Check-In
The dorms will be available to the Band Students ONLY for check-in on Sunday, August 9 in the afternoon and Tuesday, August 12 between 9:00 a.m. and 12 noon. All those wishing to check in early should notify the band department by email (brian.shelton@tamuk.edu) or phone (593-2160) in which dorm you will reside. Housing must have your name in order for you to check in early, and no exceptions can be made. You will check in at your dorm. We hope to place everyone in their permanent rooms at the first check-in, but it is possible that some students will have to move into temporary housing. Anyone in that situation will be notified when they may move into their permanent residence.
Registration
You should have registered with the band by now, but in case you have not, register here. Click the link at the top of the page to register with the band. Fill out this form completely to ensure yourself a spot in the halftime show. You can also indicate early dorm check-in on the form. It is important that everyone fill out the form prior to camp.
Instrument Check-Out
The band provides instruments for all baritone saxophones, mellophones, baritones, tubas, and percussion. All colorguard equipment will be provided by the band department. There are a limited number of other instruments (flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, trombone) available for use with the marching band. These instruments will be distributed Tuesday, August 12 at 1:00 p.m. Should you have any questions, contact Dr. Jason Kihle, Assistant Director of Bands and Percussion Instructor. There is no rental fee, but you are responsible for the care of the instrument.
Band Camp Necessities
Though there are relatively few financial obligations for band camp, there are some things each individual student must provide. Items you must have prior to band camp are:
- Black marching shoes, black socks & gloves
- There is no specific shoe that is required; however, tennis shoes are not allowed.
- Common brands are Drillmasters, Dinkles, and Speedsters, and may be purchased through online music stores.
- Shoes may also be purchased locally at Goetsch Music. Call them at (361)592-5464 for price and availability.
- Do not wait until the last minute to order shoes!
- A 1-inch three-ring binder (with name written on the front in permanent marker)
- 60-inch, thick shoe string
- 40 pages of clear plastic sheet protectors (in your binder)
- Instrument lyre
- Money for breakfast and lunch each day of camp
- $10.00 uniform cleaning fee.
- Note: Guard and Twirling members may be responsible for extra uniform costs, based on budgetary restrictions. All uniforms and shoes will be ordered at the beginning of the season, at the discretion of the instructors.
Other Things to Bring to Camp:
- Sunblock
- Hat and sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes – NO FLIP FLOPS or SANDALS ON THE FIELD!!!
- Water jug
- Sunglasses
- Instrument needs – reeds, valve oil, etc.
- Pencil and highlighter
Staying hydrated and protected from the South Texas sun is of the utmost importance, so come prepared. Drink lots of water the night before each rehearsal: hydration begins before rehearsal.
Summer Rehearsals
Come out and read through the show music and stands tunes for the upcoming 2009 season! Rehearsals are Mondays starting in July from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Music Annex rehearsal hall. The rehearsals are open to all marching band members and guests, regardless of whether they will be in the band next year or not.
Concert Band Auditions
This semester’s concert band auditions will be held on Tuesday August 18, Wednesday August 19, and Thursday August 20. Brass auditions will be held on Tuesday, woodwinds on Wednesday, and percussion on Thursday. Music will be available in the music office starting in early August.
[For the Summer Band Camp Link]
SUMMER BAND CAMP SCHEDULE (Tentative) – this is the link
Note: The new Practice Field is the lot at the corner of Armstrong and Corral.
Sunday, August 9
Afternoon Percussion, Color Guard and Leadership check-in at the dorms
Monday, August 10
ALL DAY Percussion and Color Guard Auditions – Music Annex Hall
Leadership Meetings – Rehearsal Hall, Music Building
Tuesday, August 11
9:00 a.m. – 12 noon All other members check in
1:00 p.m. Instrument check-out – Music Annex
2:00 p.m. Veterans Orientation – Music Annex
2:30 p.m. Rookie Orientation – Music Annex
Veteran Auditions – Locations TBA
3:30 p.m. Rookie Auditions – Locations TBA
5:00 p.m. Band Social – Music Building
Wednesday, August 12 – Saturday, August 15
8:00 a.m.-12 noon. Marching Basics – All Members – Practice Field
1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Sectionals – Location TBA
3:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Music Rehearsal – All Members – Music Annex
6:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Memorization Sectional – Practice Field
7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Drill Rehearsal – All Members – Practice Field
Sunday, August 16
2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Music Rehearsal – All Members – Music Annex
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Marching/Drill Rehearsal – Practice Field
Monday, August 17
8:00 a.m.-12 noon. Marching Basics – All Members – Practice Field
1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Sectionals – Location TBA
3:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Music Rehearsal – All Members – Music Annex
6:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Memorization Sectional – Practice Field
7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Drill Rehearsal – All Members – Practice Field
PART 1 Complete with Music and Drill
[For the Fall Schedule Link)
FALL 2009 SCHEDULE (Tentative)
All rehearsals are at the Practice Field from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
July
6 Summer Band Rehearsal (optional) – Music Annex
13 Summer Band Rehearsal (optional) – Music Annex
20 Summer Band Rehearsal (optional) – Music Annex
27 Summer Band Rehearsal (optional) – Music Annex
August
3 Summer Band Rehearsal (optional) – Music Annex
9 Drumline, Colorguard, and Leadership report
10 Drumline, Colorguard auditions; leadership meetings
11 Drumline, colorguard auditions
All members report, morning
Instrument check-out
Orientation
Auditions
12-17 Band Camp
18-20 Wind Band Auditions
21 Rehearsal; concert band percussion auditions
24 Rehearsal
26 Rehearsal
27 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
28 Rehearsal
29 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Football vs. Delta State, 5:30 p.m. call time – Music Annex
September
31 Rehearsal
2 Rehearsal
3 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
4 Rehearsal
5 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Football vs. East Central, 5:30 p.m. call time – Music Annex
7 No Rehearsal – Labor Day
9 Rehearsal
10 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
11 Rehearsal
12 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Football vs. Central Oklahoma, 5:30 p.m. call time – Music Annex
14 Rehearsal
16 Rehearsal
17 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
18 Rehearsal
19 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Football vs. Northeastern State, 5:30 p.m. call time – Music Annex
21 Rehearsal
23 Rehearsal
25 Rehearsal
28 Rehearsal
30 Rehearsal
October
1 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
2 Rehearsal
3 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Football vs. Tarleton State, 5:30 p.m. call time – Music Annex
5 Rehearsal
6 Corpus Christi Showcase. Buccaneer Stadium, 5:30 p.m. departure
7 Rehearsal
8 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
9 Depart for Dallas (A.M., tentative)
Pep Rally, rehearsal in Dallas
10 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Location TBD
Football vs. Texas A&M – Commerce, 2:00 p.m.
11 Return to TAMUK campus
12 Rehearsal
14 Rehearsal
16 Rehearsal
17 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Region Marching Band Contests – Locations TBD
19 Rehearsal
21 Rehearsal
22 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
23 Rehearsal
24 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Football vs. Eastern New Mexico, 5:30 p.m. call time – Music Annex
26 Rehearsal
28 Rehearsal
30 Rehearsal
November
2 Rehearsal
4 Rehearsal
5 Hog Call – 8:00 p.m.
6 Rehearsal
7 Rehearsal – 9:00 a.m., Javelina Stadium
Football vs. Angelo State, 5:30 p.m. call time – Music Annex
9 Rehearsal
11 Recording Session/Concert – Details TBD
13 Recording Session
16 Rehearsal
18 Band Banquet – 4:00-6:00 p.m.
20 Rehearsal
23 Rehearsal
25-27 No Rehearsal - Thanksgiving
December
La Posada Parade – Downtown Kingsville, Date and Time TBA