Band Membership

A “Spirit of the Tiger” band member is a person who, by choice, is committed and dedicated to the goals and philosophies of the band.  Personal objectives should always be to become a successful part of the total unit and to strive to help others achieve the same goal.  Take pride in being a part of an organization that strives for excellence and high standards.  Take pride in being a member of one of the most successful band programs in Florida.  Take pride in having that special talent that enables you to strive for perfection and the self-discipline required to attain that standard.  The end result of consistently superior performances and audience recognition makes all the hard work worthwhile.

Band Ensembles

The “Spirit of the Tiger” Marching Band is composed of students in grades 9-12 who qualify musically.  This organization serves as the primary performing group for our school at football games, pep rallies, parades, etc.  Marching Band is co-curricular, meaning that activities after school are an extension of regular band classes during the school day.  Marching season begins in August and runs through November and requires a good deal of work.  Students are encouraged to choose extra-curricular activities carefully so that a conflict does not arise with marching band.  Students must be enrolled in a band class during the school day to participate in marching band.  Exceptions may be granted with permission from the Director.

The Symphonic Band is composed of students in grades 9-12 who qualify musically and are seated by audition.  Symphonic Band is co-curricular, meaning that activities after school are an extension of regular band classes during the school day. This organization serves as the primary performing group during the spring.  Small Ensembles and Solos will be possible during the Winter and Spring for students wishing to study and perform in concerts and/or District Solo & Ensemble Festival.  District, State and Regional Honor Band Auditions will also be available throughout the Winter and Spring.

What’s Required?

Students must be enrolled in Band class in order to participate.  Extra Rehearsals are required for Marching Band during August through October, usually on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30-8 pm.  Sectional rehearsals will be called on some Tuesday afternoons as well.  Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required and is a major part of the grade for the band class.  During the spring, the band rehearses on Monday evenings during January and February.  The only major conflicts with sports are with football and cheerleading.  Other sports have worked with our schedule in the past.

Students are asked to pay a uniform rental fee for the year, as well as purchase of items like band shoes, gloves, and other items.  Generally, the up front cost is around $80.  More info will be passed along during the summer with your band registration packet.  Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average (“C”) to be able to participate in marching band.

• Marching Band Camp will be held prior to the first day of school, in early August. 

• Attendance is mandatory at this camp to participate in Marching Band.  

   

CHS “Spirit of the Tiger” Band 2009-10 Performance Schedule

·         All home and away Varsity football games

·         A regional marching contest

·         District FBA Marching Festival

·         Chipley Christmas Parade          

·         Christmas Concert

·         District & State Honor Bands

·         District & State Solo & Ensemble

·         District & State Concert Festival

·         Band Performance Trip

·         Spring Concert & Banquet

9^th Grade Course Offerings:

Generally, students will take 4 academic courses and 3 electives each year of high school.

Band III is the course that incoming 9^th graders will enroll in to participate in the CHS Band program.  Students are expected to be enrolled in Band class for the entire year

unless special circumstances are approved by the director.

Jazz Ensemble is an ensemble course provided for those band students who wish to perform with the CHS Tiger Jazz Band.  Students must be enrolled in regular band class to participate

in this class.

Percussion Ensemble is an ensemble course provided for those percussion students who wish to perform with the CHS Drumline.  Students must be enrolled in regular band class to participate in this class.

                  Come Be A Part Of

The Chipley High School “Spirit of the Tiger” Band

“A Tradition Of Musical Excellence”