Dear Ridge View Band Parents,

Congratulations to the Blazer Band for a tremendous first showing Friday night at our first game. The staff thought that, for a first time in public, the students did exceptionally well!

Next Saturday (September 18) will be our all-day Mini-Camp, where we will refine the entire show with all props. Plan on joining us that night at 8:30 pm in the JV Stadium behind the school. BBQ Chicken dinners will be available for our annual “Dinner and a Show”. The band will be in full uniform for the first time, and you will also get a sneak peek at next year’s new uniform!

Events This Week
Thursday – Last day for Marching Band members to pass off “Mambo” from memory for an “A”

Events Next Week
Sep 14 – Fall Fundraiser arrives
Sep 14 – Booster Club Meeting; 7:30 pm
Sep 15 – Scales Test by memory within 2 minutes for all Concert classes
Sep 16 – Last day for Marching Band members to pass off “Tonight” from memory for an “A”
Sep 18 – Mini-Camp for all Marching Band Members; 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sep 18 – “Dinner and a Show” – 8:30 pm. BBQ Chicken served prior to Parent Exhibition at 8:30

Important Upcoming Events
Sep 25 – Contest at Batesburg-Leesville
Sep 29 – Scales Test by memory within 2 minutes for all Concert classes
Oct 2 – Contest @ White Knoll
Oct 6 – Scales Test by memory within 2 minutes for all Concert classes
Oct 9 – Contest @ Rock Hill
Oct 16 – Tournament of Bands @ Blythewood
Oct 23 – 4A State Prelims @ West Ashley in Charleston
Oct 30 – 4A State Finals @ Spring Valley
Dec 4 – Fruit Arrives; 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Dec 4 – Holiday Music Festival Dress Rehearsal 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dec 5 – Holiday Music Festival; 6:00 pm
Dec 12 – Blythewood Christmas Parade
Dec 12 – Blazer Band Jacket Ceremony

An updated calendar is attached. Thank you for your support!