Updated 11:40 p.m.,, 5-29-19
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We hope our 'FAQ' page is helpful during your first year or term as a Woodcreek Bands & Guard Member. We look forward to having you as part of our program!
EVENTS & PERFORMANCES
Where do I find out information about upcoming events and performances?
Our regularly updated WHS Bands & Guard Calendar available on our Calendar page.
How do parents know what to expect each term?
WATCH for and attend our All-Bands (Bands, Percussion & Guard) Parent Info Night at the beginning of each term. Dates are listed on our Calendar and are usually held soon after Back-to-School Night.
Are there any other communication platforms available along with the website?
Our Music Director and this website are our OFFICIAL stops for information.
However, the WHS Band Boosters subscribe to the Charms email service to help provide information to WHS Bands & Guard parents and students. Email addresses are updated each term. To ensure you are on the email contact list email us at whsbandsandguard@gmail.com
Facebook pages for Woodcreek High School Band, Woodcreek High School Jazz, WHS Drumline and WHS Guard can also be joined. Posts include reminders and support provided by Directors and WHS Band Booster members. Also, these pages provide fun communication, postings and pictures.
Where do I find out information about upcoming events and performances?
Our regularly updated WHS Bands & Guard Calendar available on our Calendar page.
How do parents know what to expect each term?
WATCH for and attend our All-Bands (Bands, Percussion & Guard) Parent Info Night at the beginning of each term. Dates are listed on our Calendar and are usually held soon after Back-to-School Night.
Are there any other communication platforms available along with the website?
Our Music Director and this website are our OFFICIAL stops for information.
However, the WHS Band Boosters subscribe to the Charms email service to help provide information to WHS Bands & Guard parents and students. Email addresses are updated each term. To ensure you are on the email contact list email us at whsbandsandguard@gmail.com
Facebook pages for Woodcreek High School Band, Woodcreek High School Jazz, WHS Drumline and WHS Guard can also be joined. Posts include reminders and support provided by Directors and WHS Band Booster members. Also, these pages provide fun communication, postings and pictures.
JAZZ ENSEMBLES
When are Jazz Auditions?
Auditions are in the Fall for jazz band placement. They are usually held during class time, after school starts in August.
When do Jazz Ensembles have classes?
Jazz Ensembles are held during zero period, before school.
What do Jazz Ensemble students wear to competitions and concerts?
Each Jazz Band has its own concert dress code. Parents provide students with their own attire.
Visit the Jazz Band page for more details.
Will I need to drive my student to Jazz Band competitions?
Typically, yes. Although transportation may be provided for any competitions held further than the general/local area and/or at competitions attended with the Marching Band.
When are Jazz Auditions?
Auditions are in the Fall for jazz band placement. They are usually held during class time, after school starts in August.
When do Jazz Ensembles have classes?
Jazz Ensembles are held during zero period, before school.
What do Jazz Ensemble students wear to competitions and concerts?
Each Jazz Band has its own concert dress code. Parents provide students with their own attire.
Visit the Jazz Band page for more details.
Will I need to drive my student to Jazz Band competitions?
Typically, yes. Although transportation may be provided for any competitions held further than the general/local area and/or at competitions attended with the Marching Band.
WIND ENSEMBLE
Who is in the Wind Ensemble?
Students audition to be in the Wind Ensemble.
When does Wind Ensembles have classes?
Wind Ensemble is a class held in the Spring term.
What do Wind Ensemble students wear to concerts?
Boys: Tux jacket, black shirt, black tie, black socks and shoes. Personal apparel is preferred, but tux jackets and trousers are available through band. To schedule a fitting with our Uniform Volunteers contact Music Director Austin Gaesser.
Girls:
Floor-length black dress and appropriate black shoes. Personal dresses preferred, but dresses are available through band. To schedule a fitting with our Uniform Volunteers contact Music Director Austin Gaesser.
When and where do they perform?
See the Calendar page for performance dates and times.
Who is in the Wind Ensemble?
Students audition to be in the Wind Ensemble.
When does Wind Ensembles have classes?
Wind Ensemble is a class held in the Spring term.
What do Wind Ensemble students wear to concerts?
Boys: Tux jacket, black shirt, black tie, black socks and shoes. Personal apparel is preferred, but tux jackets and trousers are available through band. To schedule a fitting with our Uniform Volunteers contact Music Director Austin Gaesser.
Girls:
Floor-length black dress and appropriate black shoes. Personal dresses preferred, but dresses are available through band. To schedule a fitting with our Uniform Volunteers contact Music Director Austin Gaesser.
When and where do they perform?
See the Calendar page for performance dates and times.
VOLUNTEERING
Our WHS Bands & Guard program would not be a success without our many volunteers. Visit our Volunteer page for details on how you can support the program!
Attend WHS Band Booster meetings on the second Tuesday of each month in the Staff Lounge across from the band room.
Our WHS Bands & Guard program would not be a success without our many volunteers. Visit our Volunteer page for details on how you can support the program!
Attend WHS Band Booster meetings on the second Tuesday of each month in the Staff Lounge across from the band room.
SYMPHONIC BAND
When is Symphonic Band held?
Symphonic Band is a class offered during the Spring term.
When and where do they perform?
Typically, various competitions and during our Spring Concert at the Woodcreek High School Theater. See the Calendar page for dates and times of performances.
What do Symphonic Band students wear during concerts?
Boys wear concert dress attire and black shoes. Girls wear black dresses and black shoes. Questions about attire or fittings can be submitted to Music Director Austin Gaesser.
When is Symphonic Band held?
Symphonic Band is a class offered during the Spring term.
When and where do they perform?
Typically, various competitions and during our Spring Concert at the Woodcreek High School Theater. See the Calendar page for dates and times of performances.
What do Symphonic Band students wear during concerts?
Boys wear concert dress attire and black shoes. Girls wear black dresses and black shoes. Questions about attire or fittings can be submitted to Music Director Austin Gaesser.
MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD
If my student is in Marching Band - do they attend all football games and what do they wear?
Marching and Color Guard students attend select HOME football games, including the Homecoming Game.
Marching Band students typically wear the WHS Bands & Guard T-shirt they purchase at the beginning of the school year with jeans to football games. (For more information about T-shirts contact Spirit Wear Coordinator Venus Carda.
At Homecoming Game students wear their Marching Uniform.
What kind of Marching do they do?
Students compete and perform street/parade marching. Percussion often has a separate competition at competitions as well. See VIDEO
How much are Marching Band Uniforms?
WHS Band Boosters cover the cost of Marching Band and Color Guard uniforms. However, families need to purchase shoes, gloves and socks. Parents are also asked to pay a fee to cover dry cleaning at the end of the season.
Will my student be provided with food at Marching Competitions?
The WHS Band Boosters provides at least one hot meal and/or snack at each competition. Many competition locations have snack bars and food trucks. We encourage you to visit the websites of school competition locations for more information as well.
Will they practice before or after school?
Not usually. WHS Marching Band/Concert Band rehearse during class time. They do, however, have a Super Saturday (See Calendar) to kick off the marching season with rehearsals and clinics. Students practice during the March-A-Thon fundraiser after school at the beginning of the Fall term to raise money for their student accounts for Fall Tour.
How should long-haired students in Marching Band do their hair before a competition?
Students with long hair should arrive before every competition and on the bus with their hair up in a high, tight ponytail or bun. Sides should be smooth and "in place," especially around the ears and the nape of the neck. Bobby pins and hairspray work well. Another idea that works well is to us an elastic headband that matches your hair color. There is often not enough time for touch-ups and fine tuning before a competition. Doing the bulk of hair prep before arriving helps ensure the marching band is on time for a great competition.
What to wear under the marching uniform?
Students need white T-shirts (no tank tops) and black shorts (optional) under uniforms, along with long black socks for marching competitions and Fall Tour. Also, no make-up, jewelry or nail polish. The goal is complete uniformity!
If my student is in Marching Band - do they attend all football games and what do they wear?
Marching and Color Guard students attend select HOME football games, including the Homecoming Game.
Marching Band students typically wear the WHS Bands & Guard T-shirt they purchase at the beginning of the school year with jeans to football games. (For more information about T-shirts contact Spirit Wear Coordinator Venus Carda.
At Homecoming Game students wear their Marching Uniform.
What kind of Marching do they do?
Students compete and perform street/parade marching. Percussion often has a separate competition at competitions as well. See VIDEO
How much are Marching Band Uniforms?
WHS Band Boosters cover the cost of Marching Band and Color Guard uniforms. However, families need to purchase shoes, gloves and socks. Parents are also asked to pay a fee to cover dry cleaning at the end of the season.
Will my student be provided with food at Marching Competitions?
The WHS Band Boosters provides at least one hot meal and/or snack at each competition. Many competition locations have snack bars and food trucks. We encourage you to visit the websites of school competition locations for more information as well.
Will they practice before or after school?
Not usually. WHS Marching Band/Concert Band rehearse during class time. They do, however, have a Super Saturday (See Calendar) to kick off the marching season with rehearsals and clinics. Students practice during the March-A-Thon fundraiser after school at the beginning of the Fall term to raise money for their student accounts for Fall Tour.
How should long-haired students in Marching Band do their hair before a competition?
Students with long hair should arrive before every competition and on the bus with their hair up in a high, tight ponytail or bun. Sides should be smooth and "in place," especially around the ears and the nape of the neck. Bobby pins and hairspray work well. Another idea that works well is to us an elastic headband that matches your hair color. There is often not enough time for touch-ups and fine tuning before a competition. Doing the bulk of hair prep before arriving helps ensure the marching band is on time for a great competition.
What to wear under the marching uniform?
Students need white T-shirts (no tank tops) and black shorts (optional) under uniforms, along with long black socks for marching competitions and Fall Tour. Also, no make-up, jewelry or nail polish. The goal is complete uniformity!
CONCERT TICKETS
Tickets for all WHS Bands & Guard performances in the Woodcreek High School Theater are available before hand from Music Director Austin Gaesser, or at the door before each concert.
Tickets for all WHS Bands & Guard performances in the Woodcreek High School Theater are available before hand from Music Director Austin Gaesser, or at the door before each concert.
CONCERT BAND
When is Concert Band?
Concert Band is a class held in conjunction with Marching Band during the Fall Term.
What kind of Concerts do they perform?
Students perform classical pieces on the Woodcreek High School Theater stage. Concerts include the Winter Concerts during the Holiday Season in December.
What do Concert Band students wear during Concerts?
Boys wear concert dress attire and black shoes. Girls wear black dresses and black shoes. Questions about attire or fittings can be submitted to Music Director Austin Gaesser.
Also watch for our annual uniform fitting dates held before and during the first weeks of the Fall Term.
When is Concert Band?
Concert Band is a class held in conjunction with Marching Band during the Fall Term.
What kind of Concerts do they perform?
Students perform classical pieces on the Woodcreek High School Theater stage. Concerts include the Winter Concerts during the Holiday Season in December.
What do Concert Band students wear during Concerts?
Boys wear concert dress attire and black shoes. Girls wear black dresses and black shoes. Questions about attire or fittings can be submitted to Music Director Austin Gaesser.
Also watch for our annual uniform fitting dates held before and during the first weeks of the Fall Term.
