About The Musselman Marching Band:

The Marching Band is one of many successful performance ensembles representing MHS. The Applemen Marching Band currently has one hundred four members. The cumulative Grade Point Average of the entire marching band program is 3.370 - with 90% of band members attending college. The marching band's focus is building and strengthening, leadership, social and musical skills. The Musselman Marching Applemen has earned five Chapter XIII Championships and one USSBA title.



Band Training and Instruction Weeks - 2010


Summer Conditioning Days - 2010
Not mandatory, but these days can be a benefit to the success level of each member by conditioning skills and mastering techniques prior to BTI training weeks

5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
July 7 - Tuesday
July 9 - Thursday
July 14 - Tuesday
July 16 - Thursday
July 19 - Monday
July 20 - Tuesday
July 21 - Wednesday
July 22 - Thursday

Percussion and Colorguard Training Week - 2010
All students that are members of the drumline and colorguard are required to attend this training

3:30pm to 9pm
All Pit and Drumline Members
July 19 - Monday
July 20 - Tuesday
July 21 - Wednesday
July 22 - Thursday
July 23 - Friday

All Colorguard Members
July 19 - Monday; 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
July 20 - Tuesday; 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
July 21 - Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 22 - Thursday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 23 - Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.



Band Training and Instruction II - 2010
(Emphasis - Music and Basics of Marching/Drill)
All students participating in the marching band are required to attend the below-mentioned camp week

WE ARE ASKING EACH STUDENT TO BRING AND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN WATER BOTTLES
July 25 - Sunday; 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
July 26 - Monday
July 27 - Tuesday
July 28 - Wednesday
July 29 - Thursday
July 30 - Friday

8am to 11:30am
11:30am to 1pm - Lunch on your own
1pm to 3:30pm - Sectionals
3:30pm to 5:30pm - BREAK (off site)
5:30pm to 9pm


Band Training and Instruction III - 2010
(Emphasis - Drill)
All students participating in the marching band are required to attend the below-mentioned camp week

WE ARE ASKING EACH STUDENT TO BRING AND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN WATER BOTTLES
August 8 - Sunday; 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
August 9 - Monday
August 10 - Tuesday
August 11 - Wednesday
August 12 - Thursday

8am to 11:30am
11:30am to 1pm - Lunch ON YOUR OWN
1pm to 3:30pm - Sectionals
3:30pm to 5:30pm - BREAK (off site)
5:30pm to 9pm





Ryan Miller, 2009 Drum Major
Band Training & Instruction (BTI)
BTI weeks are shaded on your calendar. All BTI dates are mandatory for all membership. The band director excuses bereavement in the family, and Berkeley County scholastic summer school during BTI dates. Please be aware that in marching band all students must be present in order to promote a successful learning environment. Please contact the band office for any questions or inquires. Musselman Band Director

MHS Band Boosters Incorporated is a non-profit volunteer organization established in 2003. A President and five Directors are elected annually by the membership. There are four standing committees: Logistics and Transportation, Ways and Means, Membership, and Operations. In 2007, the Board of Directors established the Planning Committee to support the development of long-range plans and budgets.

The executive board establishes BTI expenditures in April. Due to the economic stability and financial planning, the organization is looking to offset cost and reducing the budget.

Band Operating Service Agreement (BOSA) (2010 BOSA Rate)

Band Operating Service Agreement (BOSA) (2010 BOSA Rate) - BOSA is an agreement expense that partially assists the booster organization and the band director prepare for BTI expenses, instruction, uniform, and transport costs

BOSA 2010-

$125.00 - All Members on or before June 14, 2010
$150.00 - All Members on or after June 15, 2010

Band Expenditures

All Band Members, including Percussion and Colorguard Additional expenses include:

-ACC and Chapter Championships will be held 11/7/10 in Hershey, PA. Cost (required for All Members)
$100, due September 1, 2010

-Band Shoes (unless you already have them)
-Jazz Sneakers for Guard (unless you have them)
$35 Shoe fees due July 27, 2010

-Show T-shirts (required for All Members)
$20 due July 26, 2010

- White Band Gloves
$5.00, due July 27

-Colorguard Gloves -
(please see instructor for prices and ordering if you need gloves)
- Colorguard Warm Up (new guard members)

Frequently Asked Questions:

What do I need to bring to BTI?
Students should be hydrated and have eaten a healthy breakfast prior to attending BTI. Students must bring their instrument, music, and a pencil; they will be used frequently at BTI. A water cooler with your name written in marker is encouraged, however our booster association provides liquids throughout the day. It is recommended that students bring sunblock to BTI.
What should I wear to BTI?
Loose clothing will provide the best comfortable learning environment outdoors. Students should avoid wearing dark colors and tight clothing. It will be in the best interest for students to wear sneakers instead of sandals; at no time should students be barefooted. A cap and sunglasses is recommended as long as the head or eyewear is not distracting to the classroom. It is encouraged that students wear appropriate clothing adhering to the Berkeley County dress code. At all times it is encouraged that students wear sunblock.
Should I pack a lunch or dinner for BTI?
Lunch will NOT be provided for the students during BTI. Please be sure students pack a lunch, or be prepared to purchase something on their own; Summer School students need to be sure they have eaten before they arrive at practice. During BTI, students will have an opportunity to have a break from 3:01 to 5:29 for dinner break OFF-SITE. It is strongly encouraged that students hydrate themselves during this dinner break session.
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