Category Archives: NEWSLETTERS

4/17/22

Announcement Sheet - Week of 4/18

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

 

Upcoming Events:

Leadership Audition Meeting – April 21st, 2022/7:00am-8:20am/DSHS Band Hall
Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd, 2022/Afternoon-evening/meet at DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Training sessions – April 25th – 27th, 2022/4:30 – 5:30pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Audition phase 1 – April 28th, 2022/4:45pm/DSHS Band Hall
Drum Major Phase 2 Interviews – April 29th, 2022/4:30 – 7:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Training sessions phase 2 – May 2nd + May 9th
Band Banquet – May 9th, 2022/7:00pm/DSHS Cafeteria (this date is pending approval)
Spring Concert – May 10th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Spring Camp – May 16th + 19th, 2022/5:00-8:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Spring Camp/Parent Preview – May 21st, 2022/9:00am – 6:00pm rehearsal/5:00pm-6:15pm Parent Social/6:30pm Preview/DSHS Band Hall/Comp Gym
All State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert – May 23rd, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
DSHS Graduation – May 27th, 2022/2022-23 Wind Ensemble only/DSHS Tiger Stadium
Pre-Season Training Camp – May 31st – June 3rd, 2022/7:00am – 11:00am/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Training – May 31st – June 2nd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Retreat – June 3rd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/Dreamland/Dripping Springs, TX

This Week’s Rehearsal Schedule 4/18-4/22

M Bulldog Percussion Ensemble 7:00-8:20am
Rick Rodriguez Clinic for Percussionists 5:00-7:00pm

T Bulldog Percussion Ensemble 7:00-8:20am
W Front Ensemble Audition Workshop 5:00 – 6:30pm

Senior Percussion Quartet 4:45-6:00pm F Founder’s Day Parade rehearsal 5:00pm

Leadership Audition Meeting – Thursday, April 21st 7:00am-8:20am
All students interested in participating in the Leadership Audition Process should plan to attend this meeting. Audition materials for Section Leader and Drum Major will be passed out and explained. Dress for a regular Marching Band rehearsal.

Founders Day Parade/Friday, April 27st—All Tiger Band students will meet in the band hall for a short rehearsal and then walk to the staging area for the parade. Students MUST wear their full informal uniform. Informal Uniform: Band Polo or Guard shell, black band shorts/leggings, black belt, black band shoes with short black socks and Informal Cap. If your student can’t find their cap they are available for $10 from Mr. Pearson.

4:40pm Band hall open
5:00pm Standing in arcs with flip folder and instrument—fully dressed in informal uniform 6:00pm Walk to parade staging area
6:30pm Parade begins
7:10pm Arrive back at band hall, put away instruments
7:20pm Band Hall locked

Leadership Training sessions – April 25th-27th 4:30-5:30pm
These sessions are a dedicated time for practicing the marching and playing etude and for Drum Major candidates to receive conducting training.

Leadership Auditions – April 28th 4:45pm-finished
Students auditioning will be prepared to perform the marching and playing etude along with any other skills per audition packet. Drum Major and Colorguard Officer candidates will have additional skills to perform. Dress will be Informal Uniform (black shorts, polo) with black marching shoes and short black socks. Students not in dress code will not audition.

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,

Band Placement Auditions for all Winds players have concluded, results will be posted on the Band website at dsbands.org on Sunday by 7:00pm.  Percussion and Colorguard auditions are coming up, too. There is a committee of students that are organizing a Band Banquet for this year.  We're looking at May 9th at 7:00pm.  This event will be dessert and beverage only, with an awards presentation by Directors, Boosters and students. Dress will be casual/semi formal.

Donations requested for 5-Octave Marimba: We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students. We are only 1/3 of the way to our goal of $8000.  You don't have to be a Percussion parent to donate. Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Student Leadership Team 2022-23 information meeting: Thursday, April 21st, 7:00-8:20am.  THIS IS A DATE CHANGE!

This initial information meeting for prospective Student Leadership positions is not required, but highly encouraged for all students interested in learning more about the Leadership Audition process and expectations.

Founder's Day Parade: April 22nd

It's been a couple of years since we've participated in the Founder's Day Parade. Informal uniform will be required for every student, see Uniform Update below for more details. This date is a school holiday, and we will rehearse in the afternoon prior to the Parade. Details are included in the announcement sheet for 4/18, see link above. This is a required performance for all winds, percussion and guard.

Colorguard to perform at the Hi-Stepper Spring Show: April 29th at 7:00pm in the DSHS Auditorium

Please join the Colorguard as they perform a dance piece choreographed by Katie Hopkins.  This performance is the culmination of a really tremendous season for the Tiger Colorguard. There is a fee to attend - more details on that when available.

Spring Concert: May 10th, 6:30pm

Please join us on Tuesday, May 10th for our final Spring Concert.  All 3 band ensembles will be performing, awards will be presented, and the end of the year video will be shown. This promises to be a fun evening for all!  If a Banquet date can be secured, there will not be awards at this event.

Spring Camp: May 16th, 19th 5:00-8:00pm + 21st 9:00am - 7:00pm or so

Spring Camp is required for all students grades 8-11 participating in the 2022 Tiger Marching Band. Bring water, instrument and a positive attitude!

All-State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert: May 23rd at 6:30pm in the DSHS Auditorium

Every student that has made the TMEA All-State Band has the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the Wind Ensemble accompanying them.  This year we have 3 Senior All-Staters performing. In addition, there will be solo and ensemble performances by our Senior Percussionists.  This promises to be an evening of really amazing music making. Please plan to attend!

DSHS Graduation: May 27th in DSHS Tiger Stadium

There will be a required rehearsal and performance at the DSHS Band Hall for all 2022-2023 Wind Ensemble students (current 8th graders invited) at 5:00pm. The Ceremony will begin at 8:00pm. Dress is shirt and tie or dresses/slacks/blouse. No tennis shoes, jeans, T-shirts or shorts.

Pre-Season Training Camp: May 31st through June 3rd from 7:00am - 11:00am at DSHS Band Hall

This camp is "required" for all 2022 Tiger Marching Band members. The " " refers to all students that are in town. If your student will be out of town, please communicate this to the HS Band staff. Students will receive instruction in marching, movement, show music and choreography that will set them and the entire ensemble on the path to great success in summer band and the competitive season.

Leadership Team 2022-23 Training with SASI: May 31st - June 3rd 1:00 - 4:00pm

Required for all 2022-23 Leadership Team students. Caitlin Wolf with SASI will present their unique and effective student leadership strategies on May 31 - June 2. On June 3rd the Leadership Team will enjoy some bonding time at Dreamland.

Booster Board and Area Lead positions still open:  Please consider volunteering your time and energy to fill these positions. The Tiger Band takes a village to function at the high level of excellence and quality experience that your students, families and community expect and deserve.  See below for more specifics.

Derek Woods
Director of Bands
Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

 

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

The annual booster meeting will be held tomorrow,April 18 at 7pm, and the primary agenda item is the election of the booster board and area lead volunteers for 2022-23. Thank you to all that have stepped up to lead an area. The VP of Operations position, which ensures the area leads have the support they need, is still open. Please let me know if you’re interested in helping behind the scenes. I hope to see you tomorrow evening.

As you can see above there’s a lot going on from now through pre-seasoncamp at the start of June. As we enjoy these events please remember to continue supporting the band program through the HEB card program, shopping at smile.Amazon.com, and logging volunteer hours with your employer if the provide a matching donation. If you find the band boosters aren’t registered with a program please let me know.

ensuring the boosters continue to support the band and give our performers every opportunity to excel that we can.

Go Tiger Band!
Timmie Smith

979-219-2828

Winterguard Update

All students (of all grades) are welcome to come experience color guard at our opportunity days and auditions!

 

Only incoming 9th graders and current freshmen, sophomore, and juniors are able to officially audition for the 2022-2023 team.

 

Opportunity/Audition days are:

4/19 (5:00-6:30pm)

4/26 (5:00-6:30pm)

5/3 (5:00-6:30pm)

5/10 (5:00-6:00pm) - Spring Band Concert starts at 6:30 p.m.

These are held in the A-Gym at DS High School. Students can meet in the band hall or outside the main gym entrance before 5pm. Bring closed-toe shoes, water, and comfortable athletic clothing.

No experience is required at all to join Color Guard, so come willing to try new things!

Current members are required to attend at least 2 of these days.

Colorguard 2021-2022

Melissa Tyree
DSBB Color Guard Liaison
512.439.9006
cgliaison@dsbandboosters.org

 

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Thank you
Allison Muth

Uniform Update

Founders Day Parade - April 22

Founders Day Parade is this Friday, April 22nd. ALL students will need their Informal Uniform (grey polo, black shorts, black belt, black hat, black shoes, and no-show black socks).  Parents/students please make sure all your clothing items are clean and ready.

There are a few pairs of black shoes in the Lost & Found again after the UIL Concert and Sight Reading contest. Please check that you have your uniform and equipment together so that there are no delays in getting ready for shows or contests. This is also a great time to make sure that everything fits properly for Friday's parade.

 

Band Items Needed for next fall season and Donation Items

The time is quickly coming up for our high school band camps in May, June and July. Mr. Woods has already confirmed that the band's grey polos, grey and white dri-fit shirts, and black shorts will be the same style for next fall. Please inventory what fits and doesn't fit your student so that when July registration happens you only order what you need. This makes the registration process run smoother and helps you reduce your band budget.                                                                      

If it doesn't fit, consider donating band uniform items back to the band hall. Donations are always accepted, but please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the Lost & Found).

  • polo band shirts (grey only)
  • white or grey dri-fit shirts (DSHS logos and no stains)
  • shoes (back and white)
  • black shorts
  • belts

A huge thank you goes out to our Kubby Keepers for their time in getting concert uniforms washed after a week's worth of concerts and contests earlier this month.  YOU GUYS WASH!!

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

The DSHS Band HEB Gift Card fundraiser made $1999.65 since October start.  Our DSHS band family is large - we can make so much MORE $!

If you shop at HEB, you can help!!  This includes Band parents, grandparents, neighbors, friends.  Use your HEB gift card for groceries, gas, etc.  Just try it for a month and see how easy it is!

Order form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQnl6ngRRI7uXEDFQ0vpC1xAMmpjHAdyrMnWPTQDecFgh88w/viewform

Thank you for your support!!

Laurie Darilek & Jennifer LaRochelle

HEB.cards@gmail.com

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

4/10/22

 

Announcement Sheet - Week of 4/11

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

Rick Rodriguez Clinic for Percussionists – April 11th, 2022/5:00 – 7:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Band Placement Auditions for Winds only – April 12th and 13th, 2022/4:45-7:30pm/
DSHS Band Hall Leadership Audition Meeting – April 21st, 2022/7:00am-8:20am/DSHS Band Hall
Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd, 2022/Afternoon-evening/meet at DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Training sessions – April 25th – 27th, 2022/4:30 – 5:30pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Audition phase 1 – April 28th, 2022/4:45pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Training sessions phase 2 – May 2nd + May 9th
Spring Concert – May 10th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Spring Camp – May 16th + 19th, 2022/5:00-8:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Spring Camp/Parent Preview – May 20th, 2022/9:00am – 6:00pm rehearsal/5:00pm-6:15pm Parent Social/6:30pm Preview/DSHS Band Hall/Comp Gym
All State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert – May 23rd, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
DSHS Graduation – May 27th, 2022/2022-23 Wind Ensemble only/DSHS Tiger Stadium
Pre-Season Training Camp – May 31st – June 3rd, 2022/7:00am – 11:00am/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Training – May 31st – June 2nd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Retreat – June 3rd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/Dreamland/Dripping Springs, TX

This Week’s Rehearsal Schedule 4/11-4/15

Monday
Rick Rodriguez Clinic for Percussionists 5:00-7:00pm

Wednesday
Bulldog Percussion Ensemble 7:00-8:20am
Senior Percussion Quartet 4:45-6:00pm

Band Placement Auditions – 4:45-7:30pm Woodwinds on Tuesday, April 12th
Brass on Wednesday, April 13th

Leadership Audition Meeting – Thursday, April 21st 7:00am-8:20am
All students interested in participating in the Leadership Audition Process should plan to attend this meeting. Audition materials for Section Leader and Drum Major will be passed out and explained. Dress for a regular Marching Band rehearsal.

Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd
All Tiger Band and Colorguard students are required to participate. Rehearsal will be after school, Parade is in the evening.

Leadership Training sessions – April 25th-27th 4:30-5:30pm
These sessions are a dedicated time for practicing the marching and playing etude and for Drum Major candidates to receive conducting training.

Leadership Auditions – April 28th 4:45pm-finished
Students auditioning will be prepared to perform the marching and playing etude along with any other skills per audition packet. Drum Major and Colorguard Officer candidates will have additional skills to perform. Dress will be Informal Uniform (black shorts, polo) with black marching shoes and short black socks. Students not in dress code will not audition.

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,

As we move into the backstretch of the 2021-22 school year, we are moving into the starting gate for the 2022 Marching Season.  Band Placement auditions are this week, Percussion and Colorguard clinics and auditions are just around the corner, Spring Camp coming up in May, and then Pre-Season Training Camp right after school is out. Meanwhile, we return to the Founder's Day Parade, all the bands are preparing for the Spring Concert, Colorguard is preparing for a performance at the Spring Show, and we'll be featuring our All-State Seniors, Percussion Seniors and UIL All-State Soloists at our All-State Concert.  The first official performance of the 2022-23 Wind Ensemble will be at the 2022 Graduation ceremony.  It's a crazy time in the Tiger Band World, but I wouldn't have it any other way.  As always, thank you to all the parent volunteers who continue to give so generously of their time to keep the Tiger Band moving forward, I truly appreciate it!

Band Placement Auditions for 2022-23: April 12 + 13 starting at 4:45pm at the DSHS Band Hall

All Woodwinds will audition on Tuesday, April 12 and all Brass will audition on Wednesday, April 13.  Audition packets have been distributed to all 8th - 11th graders.  If your student has a conflict with either audition date, please let Mr. Woods know ASAP to schedule an alternate audition that will take place on Monday, April 11th.

Student Leadership Team 2022-23 information meeting: Thursday, April 21st, 7:00-8:20am.  THIS IS A DATE CHANGE!

This initial information meeting for prospective Student Leadership positions is not required, but highly encouraged for all students interested in learning more about the Leadership Audition process and expectations.

Founder's Day Parade: April 22nd

It's been a couple of years since we've participated in the Founder's Day Parade. Informal uniform will be required for every student, see Uniform Update below for more details. This date is a school holiday, and we will rehearse in the afternoon prior to the Parade. Details will be available once I receive more information from the Parade organizers. This is a required performance for all winds, percussion and guard.

Colorguard to perform at the Hi-Stepper Spring Show: April 29th at 7:00pm in the DSHS Auditorium

Please join the Colorguard as they perform a dance piece choreographed by Katie Hopkins.  This performance is the culmination of a really tremendous season for the Tiger Colorguard.  There is a fee to attend - more details on that when available.

Spring Concert: May 10th, 6:30pm

Please join us on Tuesday, May 10th for our final Spring Concert.  All 3 band ensembles will be performing, awards will be presented, and the end of the year video will be shown. This promises to be a fun evening for all!

Spring Camp: May 16th, 19th 5:00-8:00pm + 21st 9:00am - 7:00pm or so

Spring Camp is required for all students grades 8-11 participating in the 2022 Tiger Marching Band. Bring water, instrument and a positive attitude!

All-State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert: May 23rd at 6:30pm in the DSHS Auditorium

Every student that has made the TMEA All-State Band has the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the Wind Ensemble accompanying them.  This year we have 3 Senior All-Staters performing. In addition, there will be solo and ensemble performances by our Senior Percussionists.  This promises to be an evening of really amazing music making. Please plan to attend!

DSHS Graduation: May 27th in DSHS Tiger Stadium

There will be a required rehearsal and performance at the DSHS Band Hall for all 2022-2023 Wind Ensemble students (current 8th graders invited) at 5:00pm. The Ceremony will begin at 8:00pm. Dress is shirt and tie or dresses/slacks/blouse. No tennis shoes, jeans, T-shirts or shorts.

Pre-Season Training Camp: May 31st through June 3rd from 7:00am - 11:00am at DSHS Band Hall

This camp is "required" for all 2022 Tiger Marching Band members. The " " refers to all students that are in town. If your student will be out of town, please communicate this to the HS Band staff. Students will receive instruction in marching, movement, show music and choreography that will set them and the entire ensemble on the path to great success in summer band and the competitive season.

Leadership Team 2022-23 Training with SASI: May 31st - June 3rd 1:00 - 4:00pm

Required for all 2022-23 Leadership Team students. Caitlin Wolf with SASI will present their unique and effective student leadership strategies on May 31 - June 2. On June 3rd the Leadership Team will enjoy some bonding time at Dreamland.

Derek Woods
Director of Bands
Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

 

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

The annual booster meeting will be held Monday, April 18 at 7pm, and the primary agenda item is the election of the booster board and area lead volunteers for 2022-23.

Thank you to all that have reached out asking about volunteering to lead an area. The slate of volunteers isn't final, and co-leads are welcome in many areas to help ensure each area has the volunteers needed.

Summer Band is still critical! We need this position filled to efficiently support our performers as they kick off the new marching season.

Treasurers for the middle schools are also must fill seats because without them we're not able to update bank account signers, and that leads to delays in purchases for the marching season.

Thank you to everyone that has signed up to help!

 

The full list of open positions with brief descriptions is below. Please email me if you’re willing to serve in one of these positions in the coming year or have questions about what would be involved in a position.

Summer Band Lead — Organize volunteers for first aid, meal/snack serving, water setup and other stations needed during summer band practice.

VP Membership — Work with the Summer Band Lead to ensure all families are registered with all forms complete, and maintain email lists in the tool used for communication with band families.

VP Operations — Work with the Booster president to ensure all current activities are progressing and help resolve any issues that may be impacting an activity.

DSMS Treasurer — track fundraiser income and work with DSMS directors on band equipment purchases.
SSMS Treasurer — track fundraiser income and work with SSMS directors on band equipment purchases.
DSMS Liaison — Meet with DSMS directors to determine how MS boosters can support their program needs and organize volunteers.

Thank you for your support of the Tiger Band program and thank you in advance for your help ensuring the boosters continue to support the band and give our performers every opportunity to excel that we can.

Go Tiger Band!
Timmie Smith

979-219-2828

Winterguard Update

All students (of all grades) are welcome to come experience color guard at our opportunity days and auditions!

Only incoming 9th graders and current freshmen, sophomore, and juniors are able to officially audition for the 2022-2023 team.

Opportunity/Audition days are:

4/19 (5:00-6:30pm)

4/26 (5:00-6:30pm)

5/3 (5:00-6:30pm)

5/10 (5:00-6:00pm) - Spring Band Concert starts at 6:30 p.m.

These are held in the A-Gym at DS High School. Students can meet in the band hall or outside the main gym entrance before 5pm. Bring closed-toe shoes, water, and comfortable athletic clothing.

No experience is required at all to join Color Guard, so come willing to try new things!

Current members are required to attend at least 2 of these days.

Colorguard 2021-2022

Temple College Jazz Festival

Congratulations to the DSHS Maroon Jazz Orchestra!  On Saturday they performed at the Temple College Jazz Festival and received straight division 1 ratings from all 3 judges.  Outstanding soloist awards were given to Danny Nolan, Jace Byrd, Nathan Crutchfield, and Matthew Sheeler!!  Great job by these soloists and the band overall.  You can come to catch the SSMS Jazz Band, DSHS Gold Jazz Orchestra, and DSHS Maroon Orchestra for our final performance of the year at our Spring Concert on Tuesday, April 5th in the DSHS PAC.  The concert begins at 6:30pm!

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Thank you
Allison Muth

Uniform Update

Founders Day Parade - April 22

Founders Day Parade is coming up on April 22nd. ALL students will need their Informal Uniform (grey polo, black shorts, black belt, black hat, black shoes, and no-show black socks).  Parents/students please make sure all your clothing items are clean and ready.

There are a few pairs of black shoes in the Lost & Found again after the UIL Concert and Sightreading contest from a week ago. Please check that you have your uniform and equipment together so that there are no delays getting ready for shows or contests.

Band Items Needed for 2022/23 and Donation Items

The year is quickly coming upon our high school band camps that will be in May, June and July. Mr. Woods has confirmed that the band's grey polos, grey and white dri-fit shirts, and black shorts will be the same style for next fall. Please inventory what fits and doesn't fit your student so that when July registration happens you only order what you need. This will make the registration process run smoother and help reduce your budget.                                                                      

If you have items that do not fit your student, consider donating them back to the band hall. Donations are always accepted, but please do not send used gloves or socks.

Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the Lost & Found).

  • polo band shirts (grey only)
  • shoes (back and white)
  • black shorts
  • belts

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

The DSHS Band HEB Gift Card fundraiser made $1999.65 since October start.  Our DSHS band family is large - we can make so much MORE $!

If you shop at HEB, you can help!!  This includes Band parents, grandparents, neighbors, friends.  Use your HEB gift card for groceries, gas, etc.  Just try it for a month and see how easy it is!

Order form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQnl6ngRRI7uXEDFQ0vpC1xAMmpjHAdyrMnWPTQDecFgh88w/viewform

Thank you for your support!!

Laurie Darilek & Jennifer LaRochelle

HEB.cards@gmail.com

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

4/3/22

Announcement Sheet - Week of 4/4

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

DSHS Jazz Concert – April 5th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Band Placement Auditions for Winds only – April 12th and 13th, 2022/4:45-7:30pm/
DSHS Band Hall Leadership Audition Meeting – April 21st, 2022/7:00am-8:20am/DSHS Band Hall
Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd, 2022/Afternoon-evening/meet at DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Training sessions – April 25th – 27th, 2022/4:30 – 5:30pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Audition phase 1 – April 28th, 2022/4:45pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Training sessions phase 2 – May 2nd + May 9th
Spring Concert – May 10th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Spring Camp – May 16th + 19th, 2022/5:00-8:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Spring Camp/Parent Preview – May 20th, 2022/9:00am – 6:00pm rehearsal/5:00pm-6:15pm
Parent Social/6:30pm Preview/DSHS Band Hall/Comp Gym
All State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert – May 23rd, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
DSHS Graduation – May 27th, 2022/2022-23 Wind Ensemble only/DSHS Tiger Stadium
Pre-Season Training Camp – May 31st – June 3rd, 2022/7:00am – 11:00am/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Training – May 31st – June 2nd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Retreat – June 3rd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/Dreamland/Dripping Springs, TX

This Week’s Rehearsal Schedule 4/4-4/8

Monday

Maroon and Gold Jazz 4:30 – 6:00pm

Wednesday
Bulldog Percussion Ensemble 7:00-8:20am

Senior Percussion Quartet 4:45-6:00pm

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,

This past week at the UIL Concert and Sightreading performances, all 3 Tiger Band concert ensembles received Superior ratings from all 6 judges - continuing the tradition of excellence we've come to expect and appreciate from our awesome students. Congratulations and thank you to Ms. Petro and Mr. Pearson for leading their ensembles so successfully, and to Mr. Ehlers for all his support and input with the Percussion students and the ensembles as a whole. I'm a very proud Director of Bands!

Band Placement Auditions for 2022-23: April 12 + 13 starting at 4:45pm at the DSHS Band Hall

All Woodwinds will audition on Tuesday, April 12 and all Brass will audition on Wednesday, April 13.  Audition packets have been distributed to all 8th - 11th graders.  If your student has a conflict with either audition date, please let Mr. Woods know ASAP to schedule an alternate audition that will take place prior to the scheduled dates.

Student Leadership Team 2022-23 information meeting: Thursday, April 21st, 7:00-8:20am.  THIS IS A DATE CHANGE!

This initial information meeting for prospective Student Leadership positions is not required, but highly encouraged for all students interested in learning more about the Leadership Audition process and expectations.

Founder's Day Parade: April 22nd

It's been a couple of years since we've participated in the Founder's Day Parade. Informal uniform will be required for every student, see Uniform Update below for more details. This date is a school holiday, and we will rehearse in the afternoon prior to the Parade. Details will be available once I receive more information from the Parade organizers. This is a required performance for all winds, percussion and guard.

Colorguard to perform at the Hi-Stepper Spring Show: April 29th at 7:00pm in the DSHS Auditorium

Please join the Colorguard as they perform a dance piece choreographed by Katie Hopkins.  This performance is the culmination of a really tremendous season for the Tiger Colorguard.  There is a fee to attend - more details on that when available.

Spring Concert: May 10th, 6:30pm

Please join us on Tuesday, May 10th for our final Spring Concert.  All 3 band ensembles will be performing, awards will be presented, and the end of the year video will be shown. This promises to be a fun evening for all!

Spring Camp: May 16th, 19th 5:00-8:00pm + 21st 9:00am - 7:00pm or so

Spring Camp is required for all students grades 8-11 participating in the 2022 Tiger Marching Band. Bring water, instrument and a positive attitude!

All-State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert: May 23rd at 6:30pm in the DSHS Auditorium

Every student that has made the TMEA All-State Band has the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the Wind Ensemble accompanying them.  This year we have 3 Senior All-Staters performing. In addition, there will be solo and ensemble performances by our Senior Percussionists.  This promises to be an evening of really amazing music making. Please plan to attend!

DSHS Graduation: May 27th in DSHS Tiger Stadium

There will be a required rehearsal and performance at the DSHS Band Hall for all 2022-2023 Wind Ensemble students (current 8th graders invited) at 5:00pm. The Ceremony will begin at 8:00pm. Dress is shirt and tie or dresses/slacks/blouse. No tennis shoes, jeans, T-shirts or shorts.

Pre-Season Training Camp: May 31st through June 3rd from 7:00am - 11:00am at DSHS Band Hall

This camp is "required" for all 2022 Tiger Marching Band members. The " " refers to all students that are in town. If your student will be out of town, please communicate this to the HS Band staff. Students will receive instruction in marching, movement, show music and choreography that will set them and the entire ensemble on the path to great success in summer band and the competitive season.

Leadership Team 2022-23 Training with SASI: May 31st - June 3rd 1:00 - 4:00pm

Required for all 2022-23 Leadership Team students. Caitlin Wolf with SASI will present their unique and effective student leadership strategies on May 31 - June 2. On June 3rd the Leadership Team will enjoy some bonding time at Dreamland.

Derek Woods
Director of Bands
Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

 

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

The annual booster meeting will be held Monday, April 18 at 7pm, and the primary agenda item is the election of the booster board and area lead volunteers for 2022-23.

Volunteers are needed to step up to be the point of contact for an area. Summer Band is critical! We need this position filled to efficiently support our performers as they kick of the new marching season. The middle school treasurers are also must fill seats because without them we're not able to update bank account signers, and that leads to delays in purchases for the marching season. Thank you to everyone that has signed up to help!

The full list of open positions with brief descriptions is below. Please email me if you’re willing to serve in one of these positions in the coming year or have questions about what would be involved in a position.

DSMS Treasurer — track fundraiser income and work with DSMS directors on band equipment purchases.

SSMS Treasurer — track fundraiser income and work with SSMS directors on band equipment purchases.

DSMS Liaison — Meet with DSMS directors to determine how MS boosters can support their program needs and organize volunteers.

Summer Band Lead — Organize volunteers for first aid, meal/snack serving, water setup and other stations needed during summer band practice.

Band Snacks Lead — Prepare snack bags for band members for football games, marching contests, and other events throughout the year.

VP Operations — Work with the Booster president to ensure all current activities are progressing and help resolve any issues that may be impacting an activity.

Thank you for your support of the Tiger Band program and thank you in advance for your help ensuring the boosters continue to support the band and give our performers every opportunity to excel that we can.

Go Tiger Band!
Timmie Smith

979-219-2828

Winterguard Update

Thank you to everyone who made it on Friday night to the Winter Guard / Cadet Guard Parent Performances. It was outstanding having so many Tiger Band friends cheering in the audience!

Temple College Jazz Festival

Congratulations to the DSHS Maroon Jazz Orchestra!  On Saturday they performed at the Temple College Jazz Festival and received straight division 1 ratings from all 3 judges.  Outstanding soloist awards were given to Danny Nolan, Jace Byrd, Nathan Crutchfield, and Matthew Sheeler!!  Great job by these soloists and the band overall.  You can come to catch the SSMS Jazz Band, DSHS Gold Jazz Orchestra, and DSHS Maroon Orchestra for our final performance of the year at our Spring Concert on Tuesday, April 5th in the DSHS PAC.  The concert begins at 6:30pm!

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Thank you
Allison Muth

Uniform Update

Founders Day Parade - April 22

Founders Day Parade is coming up on April 22nd. ALL students will need their Informal Uniform (grey polo shirt, black shorts, black belt, black hat, black shoes, and no-show black socks).  Parents/students please make sure to have all of your clothing items clean and ready.

Band Items Needed for 2022/23 and Donation Items

Mr. Woods has confirmed that the band's grey polos, white and grey dri-fit shirts, and black shorts will be the same style for next fall. Please inventory what fits and doesn't fit your student so that when July registration happens you only order what you need. This will make the registration process run smoother.                                                                                                                

Donations of clean band shirts, polos (grey only), shoes, and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out your closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the Lost & Found).

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

Guess how much $$$ we made?

The DSHS Band HEB Gift Card fundraiser made $1999.65 since October start.  Our DSHS band family is large - we can make so much MORE $!

If you shop at HEB, you can help!!  This includes Band parents, grandparents, neighbors, friends.  Use your HEB gift card for groceries, gas, etc.  Just try it for a month and see how easy it is!

Order form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQnl6ngRRI7uXEDFQ0vpC1xAMmpjHAdyrMnWPTQDecFgh88w/viewform

Thank you for your support!!

Laurie Darilek & Jennifer LaRochelle

HEB.cards@gmail.com

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

3/27/22

DSISD School Board recognize the UIL State Solo qualifiers – March 28th, 2022/6:00pm/DSISD Board Room UIL Concert and Sightreading – March 29th and 30th, 2022/Hays HS

Temple Jazz Festival – April 2nd, 2022/Temple, TX
DSHS Jazz Concert – April 5th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Band Placement Auditions for Winds only – April 12th and 13th, 2022/4:45-7:30pm/DSHS Band Hall
Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd, 2022
Spring Concert – April 10th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Spring Camp – May 16th + 19th, 2022/5:00-8:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Spring Camp/Parent Preview – May 20th, 2022/9:00am – 6:00pm rehearsal/5:00pm-6:15pm Parent Social/6:30pm Preview/DSHS Band Hall/Comp Gym
All State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert – May 23rd, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
DSHS Graduation – May 27th, 2022/2022-23 Wind Ensemble only/DSHS Tiger Stadium
Pre-Season Training Camp – May 31st – June 3rd, 2022/7:00am – 11:00am/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Training – May 31st – June 2nd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Retreat – June 3rd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/Dreamland/Dripping Springs, TX

 

Announcement Sheet - Week of March 28

Temple College Jazz Festival Itinerary - April 2

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,
Thank you for attending our Pre-UIL concerts this past week. Practicing performing is an important aspect in the development of a well-rounded musician.  The opportunities to practice performing are more spread out in the 2nd semester than the 1st, so each opportunity is important.  I'm very pleased with the progress of all our student musicians, and proud of the guidance provided by Mr. Pearson, Ms. Petro and Mr. Ehlers.  Next week's UIL performances promise to be very accomplished, and the chance to make music together in a formal setting is something that we are all cherishing these days.

 

UIL Performance Itineraries:  all performances will be held at the Hays CISD PAC in Kyle, TX.

Concert Band  Tuesday, March 29th at 1:00pm  Concert Band

Symphonic Band  Tuesday, March 29th at 5:05pm  Symphonic Band

Wind Ensemble  Wednesday, March 30th at 2:00pm  Wind Ensemble

Due to transportation availability, the Wind Ensemble itinerary passed out in class on Friday or available on Thursday at the concert has been adjusted.  Please use the link above for the updated itinerary.

These performances are open to the Public, and we encourage any parents or friends that can attend to please do so.  Immediately following the Stage performance, each ensemble will move to another room to complete the Sightreading portion of the event.  Audience is is welcome there, too, but there is no recording or picture taking allowed in that portion.

Band Placement Auditions for 2022-23: April 12 + 13 starting at 4:45pm at the DSHS Band Hall

All Woodwinds will audition on Tuesday, April 12 and all Brass will audition on Wednesday, April 13.  Audition packets have been distributed to all 8th - 11th graders.  If your student has a conflict with either audition date, please let Mr. Woods know ASAP to schedule an alternate audition that will take place prior to the scheduled dates.

Student Leadership Team information meeting: Friday, April 22nd, 7:00-8:20am.

This initial information meeting for prospective Student Leadership positions is not required, but highly encouraged for all students interested in learning more about the Leadership Audition process and expectations.

Founder's Day Parade: April 22nd

It's been a couple of years since we've participated in the Founder's Day Parade. Informal uniform will be required for every student, see Uniform Update below for more details. We will rehearse after school prior to the Parade.  Details will be available once I receive more information from the Parade organizers.  This is a required performance for all winds, percussion and guard.

Derek Woods
Director of Bands
Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

 

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

Save the date. Monday, April 18 at 7pm we'll hold our annual booster meeting.  At the meeting we'll elect the booster board and area lead volunteers for the 2022-23 school year.

I'm still looking for volunteers to step up to be the point of contact for an area. Summer Band and Band Meals are critical! Without these positions the boosters aren't able to efficiently support our performers as they kick of the new marching season.

The middle school treasurers are also must fill seats because without them we're not able to update bank account signers, and that leads to delays in purchases for the marching season. If you have any friends that have middle school band students, please ask them to consider serving as the Treasurer for their middle school's band boosters.

Thank you to the volunteers that stepped up last week! The full list of open positions is below. Please email me if you’re willing to serve in one of these positions in the coming year or have questions about what would be involved in a position.

DSMS Treasurer

SSMS Treasurer

Summer Band Lead

Band Meals Lead

Band Snacks Lead

VP Operations

Thunder in the Hills Event Chair

DSMS Liaison

Thank you for your support of the Tiger Band program and thank you in advance for your help ensuring the boosters continue to support the band and give our performers every opportunity to excel that we can.

Go Tiger Band!
Timmie Smith

979-219-2828

Winterguard Update

Thank you to everyone who made it on Friday night to the Winter Guard / Cadet Guard Parent Performances. It was outstanding having so many Tiger Band friends cheering in the audience!

Temple College Jazz Festival

The schedule for the upcoming Temple College Jazz Festival can be found here.   Students in the Gold Jazz Orchestra are welcome to attend and spend the day with us on Saturday, April 2, but only Maroon Jazz Orchestra students will be performing.

Details about the cost for both Maroon and Gold members can be found on the itinerary. Payment for this will be collected until Wednesday, March 23, so it is not too late to send payment.  Payment can be made via check made payable to DSHS Band Boosters or cash and should be given to Mr. Pearson.

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Thank you
Allison Muth

Uniform Update

Uniform Requirements for the Week

The UIL Concert & Sight Reading Contest is for all band members this week (March 29-30).

ALL students need their black shoes, long black socks, grey bike shorts and grey dri-fit shirts for their individual UIL contests.  Parents/students please make sure to have all of your clothing items clean and ready for your scheduled concert days.

Kubby Keepers may pick up their sets to wash after 5:00pm on Wednesday, March 30th and return cleaned uniforms by Monday, April 4th.

Band Items Still Needed for 2022/23 and Donation Items

Mr. Woods has confirmed that the band's grey polos, white and grey dri-fit shirts, and black shorts will be the same style for next fall. Please inventory what fits and doesn't fit your student so that when July registration happens you only order what you need. This will make the registration process run smoother.

Donations of clean band shirts, polos (grey only), shoes, and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out your closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the lost and found).

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

It’s always a great time to place an order for H-E-B gift cards. What an easy way to support the band while you shop at H-E-B for your groceries, gas, etc.

See the order form in the newsletter link above and drop a check in the mail or Dropbox. That’s it  ✅ Thank you for supporting our band program. We couldn’t do all of our great things without you!

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

3/21/22

DSISD School Board recognize the UIL State Solo qualifiers – March 28th, 2022/6:00pm/DSISD Board Room UIL Concert and Sightreading – March 29th and 30th, 2022/Hays HS

Temple Jazz Festival – April 2nd, 2022/Temple, TX
DSHS Jazz Concert – April 5th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Band Placement Auditions for Winds only – April 12th and 13th, 2022/4:45-7:30pm/DSHS Band Hall
Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd, 2022
Spring Concert – April 10th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Spring Camp – May 16th + 19th, 2022/5:00-8:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Spring Camp/Parent Preview – May 20th, 2022/9:00am – 6:00pm rehearsal/5:00pm-6:15pm Parent Social/6:30pm Preview/DSHS Band Hall/Comp Gym
All State Solo/Senior Percussion Concert – May 23rd, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
DSHS Graduation – May 27th, 2022/2022-23 Wind Ensemble only/DSHS Tiger Stadium
Pre-Season Training Camp – May 31st – June 3rd, 2022/7:00am – 11:00am/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Training – May 31st – June 2nd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/DSHS Band Hall
Leadership Team Retreat – June 3rd, 2022/1:00pm – 4:00pm/Dreamland/Dripping Springs, TX

 

Announcement Sheet - Week of March 28

Temple College Jazz Festival Itinerary - April 2

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,
Thank you for attending our Pre-UIL concerts this past week. Practicing performing is an important aspect in the development of a well-rounded musician.  The opportunities to practice performing are more spread out in the 2nd semester than the 1st, so each opportunity is important.  I'm very pleased with the progress of all our student musicians, and proud of the guidance provided by Mr. Pearson, Ms. Petro and Mr. Ehlers.  Next week's UIL performances promise to be very accomplished, and the chance to make music together in a formal setting is something that we are all cherishing these days.

 

UIL Performance Itineraries:  all performances will be held at the Hays CISD PAC in Kyle, TX.

Concert Band  Tuesday, March 29th at 1:00pm  Concert Band

Symphonic Band  Tuesday, March 29th at 5:05pm  Symphonic Band

Wind Ensemble  Wednesday, March 30th at 2:00pm  Wind Ensemble

Due to transportation availability, the Wind Ensemble itinerary passed out in class on Friday or available on Thursday at the concert has been adjusted.  Please use the link above for the updated itinerary.

These performances are open to the Public, and we encourage any parents or friends that can attend to please do so.  Immediately following the Stage performance, each ensemble will move to another room to complete the Sightreading portion of the event.  Audience is is welcome there, too, but there is no recording or picture taking allowed in that portion.

Band Placement Auditions for 2022-23: April 12 + 13 starting at 4:45pm at the DSHS Band Hall

All Woodwinds will audition on Tuesday, April 12 and all Brass will audition on Wednesday, April 13.  Audition packets have been distributed to all 8th - 11th graders.  If your student has a conflict with either audition date, please let Mr. Woods know ASAP to schedule an alternate audition that will take place prior to the scheduled dates.

Student Leadership Team information meeting: Friday, April 22nd, 7:00-8:20am.

This initial information meeting for prospective Student Leadership positions is not required, but highly encouraged for all students interested in learning more about the Leadership Audition process and expectations.

Founder's Day Parade: April 22nd

It's been a couple of years since we've participated in the Founder's Day Parade. Informal uniform will be required for every student, see Uniform Update below for more details. We will rehearse after school prior to the Parade.  Details will be available once I receive more information from the Parade organizers.  This is a required performance for all winds, percussion and guard.

Derek Woods
Director of Bands
Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

 

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

Save the date. Monday, April 18 at 7pm we'll hold our annual booster meeting.  At the meeting we'll elect the booster board and area lead volunteers for the 2022-23 school year.

I'm still looking for volunteers to step up to be the point of contact for an area. Summer Band and Band Meals are critical! Without these positions the boosters aren't able to efficiently support our performers as they kick of the new marching season.

The middle school treasurers are also must fill seats because without them we're not able to update bank account signers, and that leads to delays in purchases for the marching season. If you have any friends that have middle school band students, please ask them to consider serving as the Treasurer for their middle school's band boosters.

Thank you to the volunteers that stepped up last week! The full list of open positions is below. Please email me if you’re willing to serve in one of these positions in the coming year or have questions about what would be involved in a position.

DSMS Treasurer

SSMS Treasurer

Summer Band Lead

Band Meals Lead

Band Snacks Lead

VP Operations

Thunder in the Hills Event Chair

DSMS Liaison

Thank you for your support of the Tiger Band program and thank you in advance for your help ensuring the boosters continue to support the band and give our performers every opportunity to excel that we can.

Go Tiger Band!
Timmie Smith

979-219-2828

Winterguard Update

Thank you to everyone who made it on Friday night to the Winter Guard / Cadet Guard Parent Performances. It was outstanding having so many Tiger Band friends cheering in the audience!

Temple College Jazz Festival

The schedule for the upcoming Temple College Jazz Festival can be found here.   Students in the Gold Jazz Orchestra are welcome to attend and spend the day with us on Saturday, April 2, but only Maroon Jazz Orchestra students will be performing.

Details about the cost for both Maroon and Gold members can be found on the itinerary. Payment for this will be collected until Wednesday, March 23, so it is not too late to send payment.  Payment can be made via check made payable to DSHS Band Boosters or cash and should be given to Mr. Pearson.

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Thank you
Allison Muth

Uniform Update

Uniform Requirements for the Week

The UIL Concert & Sight Reading Contest is for all band members this week (March 29-30).

ALL students need their black shoes, long black socks, grey bike shorts and grey dri-fit shirts for their individual UIL contests.  Parents/students please make sure to have all of your clothing items clean and ready for your scheduled concert days.

Kubby Keepers may pick up their sets to wash after 5:00pm on Wednesday, March 30th and return cleaned uniforms by Monday, April 4th.

Band Items Still Needed for 2022/23 and Donation Items

Mr. Woods has confirmed that the band's grey polos, white and grey dri-fit shirts, and black shorts will be the same style for next fall. Please inventory what fits and doesn't fit your student so that when July registration happens you only order what you need. This will make the registration process run smoother.

Donations of clean band shirts, polos (grey only), shoes, and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out your closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the lost and found).

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

It’s always a great time to place an order for H-E-B gift cards. What an easy way to support the band while you shop at H-E-B for your groceries, gas, etc.

See the order form in the newsletter link above and drop a check in the mail or Dropbox. That’s it  ✅ Thank you for supporting our band program. We couldn’t do all of our great things without you!

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

3/13/22

Upcoming Events:

TCGC AREA West Contest – March 19th, 2022/Johnson HS, Buda, TX
Wind Ensemble Floyd Clinic – March 21st, 2022/4:45-6:45pm/DSHS Band Hall
Concert and Symphonic Bands Pre-UIL Concert – March 22nd, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Wind Ensemble Pre-UIL Concert – March 24th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Winterguard Parent Preview – March 25th, 2022/6:00-7:30pm/DSHS Comp Gym
TCGC State Championships –March 26th, 2022/Reed Arena, College Station, TX
DSISD School Board recognize the UIL State Solo qualifiers – March 28th, 2022/6:00pm/DSISD Board Room UIL Concert and Sightreading – March 29th and 30th, 2022/Hays HS
Temple Jazz Festival – April 2nd, 2022/Temple, TX
DSHS Jazz Concert – April 5th, 2022/6:30pm/DSHS Auditorium
Band Placement Auditions for Winds only – April 12th and 13th, 2022/4:45-7:30pm/DSHS Band Hall Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd, 2022

This Week’s Rehearsal Schedule 3/21-3/25

Monday
SB Full Band with Percussion 7:00-8:20am
WE Floyd Clinic 4:45-6:45pm

Tuesday
WG 5:00-8:00pm (Winter Guard)
CB and SB Pre-UIL Concert 6:30pm

Wednesday
WE Full Band with Percussion 7:00-8:00am
Bulldog Percussion Ensemble 7:00-8:20am
JO 4:30-6:00pm
Senior Percussion Quartet 4:45-6:00pm

Thursday
CB Full Band with Percussion 7:00-8:20am
WG 5:00-8:00pm

Friday

TCGC Area West Contest – March 19th at Johnson HS in Buda, TX
The Varsity Winterguard will be competing at this contest in order to advance to the TCGC State Championships.

Floyd Clinic for Wind Ensemble – March 21st 4:45-6:45pm in the DSHS Band Hall, required for ALL Wind Ensemble students.

Pre-UIL Concerts – March 22nd and 24th at 6:30pm in the DSHS Auditorium.
Concert Band and Symphonic Band will perform on Tuesday, March 22nd
Wind Ensemble will perform on Thursday, March 24th
Dress for all students will be Concert Uniform with long black socks and black band shoes.

Winterguard Parent Preview – March 25th from 6:00 – 7:30pm in the DSHS Comp Gym Come see the Cadet and the DSHS Winterguard present their 2022 shows.

Band Placement Auditions – 4:45-7:30pm Woodwinds on Tuesday, April 12th
Brass on Wednesday, April 13th

Founder’s Day Parade – April 22nd
All Tiger Band and Colorguard students are required to participate.

Announcement Sheet - Week of 3/14

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

 

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,
Last minute Disney Trip details:

- Please be sure to fill out the Disney Contact Info form if you haven't already done so.  This will allow your Chaperones to make their contact groups before we leave. You can access the form at this link: Disney Contact Info form

- On the TMF Itinerary, the arrival flight information for Group #2 is incorrect. It should read: American Airlines Flight #2707 arrives at 9:41pm at Austin Bergstrom.  The time on the itinerary is correct, but the airline and flight # are not.

- Don't forget to have already set your clocks forward 1 hour for Daylight Savings Time if you haven't already.  Wouldn't want anyone getting up too late to get to the school on time!

I do want to reiterate for all students and parents that the DSISD Code of Conduct for Athletic/Extra-Curricular Activities will be strictly enforced.  I have already heard rumors of fake ID's and other paraphernalia being brought on the trip.  I expect ALL students and adults on this trip to be vigilant and honest: if you see or know of any activity or choices being made that would put anyone in danger, it is your obligation to report it to a chaperone or Director.  The integrity of the Tiger Band is in your hands.

 

TCGC Area West contest: March 19th at Johnson HS in Buda, TX

The DSHS Winterguard will compete to qualify for the TCGC State Championships at this contest.  The performance time will be after 2:30pm.

Parent Preview Performances by the Cadet and DSHS Winterguards will be on Friday, March 25th between 6:00-7:30pm in the DSHS Comp Gym.  This is a great time to come out and support our colorguard performers!

Wind Ensemble clinic with Mr. Floyd: Monday, March 21st 4:45-6:45pm

All Wind Ensemble students will be attending this clinic with Mr. Floyd at the DSHS Band Hall.

DSHS Pre-UIL Concerts: March 22nd and March 24th, 6:30pm in DSHS Auditorium

The Concert Band and Symphonic Band will perform on March 22nd, the Wind Ensemble will perform on March 24th.  Dress will be the Concert uniforms with long black socks and black band shoes.

UIL Concert and Sightreading Performances: March 29th and 30th at the Hays CISD Performing Arts Center

March 29th - The Concert Band performs at 1:00pm and the Symphonic Band at 5:05pm

March 30th - The Wind Ensemble performs at 2:45pm

These performances are open to the public, we'd love to have you join us to support the students' hard work.

Have a safe and restful Spring Break!

Go Tiger Band!

Derek Woods
Director of Bands

Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

 

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

Whether you’re headed to Orlando with the band or off on another adventure, I hope everyone has a chance to enjoy spring break.

Our annual booster meeting to elect volunteer leads is a little over a month away. I’m looking for volunteers to be the point of contact for several areas. Summer Band and Band Meals are the most critical to make sure we can get our kids ready for the coming marching season. If you have any friends that have middle school band students, please ask them to consider serving as the Treasurer for their middle school's band boosters. We need middle school treasurers to avoid delays in updating bank account paperwork that would lead to delays in the band being able to pay contest registration fees and uniform items.  The full list of open positions is below. Please email me if you’re willing to serve in one of these positions in the coming year or have questions about what would be involved in a position.

 

DSMS Treasurer
SSMS Treasurer

Summer Band Lead
Band Meals Lead
VP Operations
Thunder in the Hills Event Chair
Band Snacks Lead
DSMS Liaison
Volunteer Sign Up Tool Lead

Thank you for your support of the Tiger Band program and thank you in advance for your help ensuring the boosters continue to support the band and give our performers every opportunity to excel that we can.

Go Tiger Band!
Timmie Smith

979-219-2828

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Thank you
Allison Muth

Uniform Update

Band Donations Accepted

Donations of clean band shirts, polos (grey only), shoes, and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out your closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the lost and found).  Students still need their black shoes, bike shorts and gray dri-fits for upcoming concerts and UIL contests in the spring. Informal uniforms will still be needed for events such as the Founders Day parade in April (grey polo, black shorts, shoes, and no-show black socks).

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

It’s always a great time to place an order for H-E-B gift cards. What an easy way to support the band while you shop at H-E-B for your groceries, gas, etc.

See the order form in the newsletter link above and drop a check in the mail or Dropbox. That’s it  ✅ Thank you for supporting our band program. We couldn’t do all of our great things without you!

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

3/6/22

Announcement Sheet - 3/7

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,
Disney Trip information meeting:  Thursday, March 10th at 6:30pm in the Band Hall

All participants on the Disney Trip will meet to receive all the trip information, including final itinerary, flight information, rules and expectations for adults and students. Our TMF Representative Keith Lancaster will be there to help answer any questions. As a reminder, the trip dates are Monday, March 14th through Friday, March 18th. There are 3 flight groups getting us to and from Orlando.  All the groups are leaving between 6:30am and 8:20am. Return times are between 9:41pm and 10:50pm. I am not real comfortable making this information public, so if you need to know prior to next Thursday's meeting what flight group and time your student is assigned send me an email and I'll get that info to you.  I'm working with our Transportation Department to provide bus transportation to and from the Austin airport.  We will all have to be at the airport by 3:30am, so plan on meeting at the DSHS Band Hall really early on Monday, 3/14. We'll meet and all get to the Austin airport via the provided buses.  Please do not ask to do something different than what will be planned for all.  Please plan on these instruments as carry-on luggage, which means these students will be allowed to have only one personal item in addition to their instrument - Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Alto Sax, Trumpet.  If your student's instrument is not listed there, we will have the band trailer available to get your instrument to the airport.  We will provide the band trailer to get large instruments from the airport to DSHS upon return.

 

Suggested packing list: Clothing for 4 days including a jacket or sweatshirt, comfortable shoes for walking, swimsuit (Universal waterpark an option on Tuesday), sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, drawstring bag for other items you may want while in the park, money for souvenirs or extra food.  Meal cards will be given out for each day, students should plan to use all the money on the cards as you can't get the unused money back.

 

Disney Trip Band rehearsal: Thursday, March 10th at 7:00-8:20am in DSHS Band Hall

This rehearsal is for all Woodwind, Brass and Percussion students going on the trip to prepare for our Universal performance clinic.  This rehearsal is required.

 

The DSHS Winterguard competed successfully at the WGI Austin Regional held at Glenn HS in Leander, TX this weekend.  Yesterday’s prelims contest included 31 units grouped into 2 rounds with our Winterguard earning a score of 78.71 for 8th place in Round 1 and qualifying as one of the top 16 scoring units moving on to Finals. Today the DSHS Winterguard earned 13th place overall with a score of 79.65.  Having started the season with a 66.11, this shows incredible growth over the past 5 weeks.  Congratulations and keep up the great work!

 

Summer Band 2022 Dates

In order to assist in the planning of your family's summer activities, here are the Tiger Marching Band summer dates.

May 31st - June 3rd: Pre-Season Training Camp (required)

July 18th -22nd: Percussion and Color Guard Camp (required)

July 26th - August 15th: Band Camp and Summer Band (required)

 

GO TIGER BAND!

Derek Woods
Director of Bands

Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

 

Welcome to a busy week before spring break!  There are sectionals and a couple of meetings to go over details for the Orlando trip. Please check the announcement sheet to make sure you and your students know when you’re needed at the band hall.

 

Tomorrow evening at 6:30pm we’ll have the monthly band booster meeting in the band hall.  All are welcome to attend to learn more about upcoming spring activities, pre-season camp and summer band. I’m also still looking for volunteers to be the point of contact for several areas.  Summer Band and Band Meals are the most critical to make sure we can get our kids ready for the coming marching season.  If you have any friends that have middle school band students, please ask them to consider serving as the Treasurer for their middle school's band boosters. We need middle school treasurers to avoid delays in updating bank account paperwork that would lead to delays in the band being able to pay contest registration fees and uniform items.  The full list of open positions is below.  Please email me if you’re willing to serve in one of these positions in the coming year or have questions about what would be involved in a position.

 

DSMS Treasurer
SSMS Treasurer

Summer Band Lead
Band Meals Lead
VP Operations
Thunder in the Hills Event Chair
Band Snacks Lead
DSMS Liaison
Volunteer Sign Up Tool Lead

Thank you for your support of the Tiger Band program and thank you in advance for your help ensuring the boosters continue to support the band and give our performers every opportunity to excel that we can.

Go Tiger Band!

Timmie Smith

president@dsbandboosters.org

979-219-2828

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

Thank you

Allison Muth

Uniform Update

The Disney World Band Trip Is Only One Week Away!

March 10th Band Trip Meeting at 6:30pm

Mandatory trip meeting with TMF on March 10th at 6:30pm, to get the itinerary and ask questions for ALL band students, parents and chaperones going to the Orlando band trip.  Please put this date on your calendar to attend. Start gathering items you may need for the trip (i.e., shorts, shirts, swimsuits, appropriate shoes, sunscreen, light jacket, refillable water bottle). Try not to overpack.

Double check to see if things fit or not - Remember that you are representing our school so inappropriate clothing should not be considered.

 

Band Donations Accepted

Donations of clean band shirts, polos (grey only), shoes, and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out your closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the lost and found).  Students still need their black shoes, bike shorts and gray dri-fits for upcoming concerts and UIL contests in the spring. Informal uniforms will still be needed for events such as the Founders Day parade in April (grey polo, black shorts, shoes, and no-show black socks).

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators
GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

It’s always a great time to place an order for H-E-B gift cards. What an easy way to support the band while you shop at H-E-B for your groceries, gas, etc.

See the order form in the newsletter link above and drop a check in the mail or Dropbox. That’s it  ✅ Thank you for supporting our band program. We couldn’t do all of our great things without you!

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

2/27/22

Announcement Sheet - Week of 2/28

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,
I hope that you were able to attend at least part of the Evening of Jazz this past Friday at DS Ranch Park!  It was such a great night of music, camaraderie and fun!  Congratulations to Ms. Galloway and the combined SSMS/DSMS Jazz Band on a really fun performance, helped along by some of our Private Lesson Teachers and even a couple of parent performers!  And both DSHS Jazz Orchestra groups, led by Ms. Petro and Mr. Pearson, were really swingin' that night. There were so many great soloists featured throughout the night, but I think my favorite part was the very last song when several MS students joined in with the combined DSHS groups to form a veritable Conga Line of soloists to close the concert.  I am very proud of all the students and teachers that prepared such an invigorating performance for us to enjoy.  And don't forget about Michael Rutherford who led his amazing team of volunteers in planning and presenting this great event.  Thank you to all of you!

 

DSHS Varsity and Cadet Winterguards

The Cadet Guard has competed 3 times this season, most recently yesterday at the TCGC contest hosted by Georgetown HS.  These 10 MS students between 6th and 8th grade rehearse once a week for 90 minutes, and their score increased more than 10 pts over their last performance.  Their competitive season will conclude on March 19th at Johnson HS in Buda, TX.  Thank you, Mallory Alton, Sarah Johnson and the Varsity Colorguard members for their great work with this group.  We're looking forward to welcoming them into the Tiger Band soon!

The Varsity Winterguard continues to work hard on their 2022 show entitled "The Machine", with a more than 8-point jump in score over their last performance.  Coming up this weekend they will be competing at the WGI Austin Regional held at Glenn HS in Leander, TX.  Go Tiger Guard!

Disney Trip information meeting:  Thursday, March 10th at 6:30pm in the Band Hall

All participants on the Disney Trip will meet to receive all the trip information, including final itinerary, flight information, rules and expectations for adults and students. Our TMF Representative Keith Lancaster will be there to help answer any questions. As a reminder, the trip dates are Monday, March 14th through Friday, March 18th. There are 3 flight groups getting us to and from Orlando.  All the groups are leaving between 6:30am and 8:20am. Return times are between 9:41pm and 10:50pm. I am not real comfortable making this information public, so if you need to know prior to next Thursday's meeting what flight group and time your student is assigned send me an email and I'll get that info to you.  I'm working with our Transportation Department to provide bus transportation to and from the Austin airport.  We will all have to be at the airport by 4:30am, so plan on meeting at the DSHS Band Hall really early on Monday, 3/14. We will either all get ourselves to the airport or all get there via the provided buses.  Please do not ask to do something different than what will be planned for all.  Please plan on these instruments as carry-on luggage, which means these students will be allowed to have only one personal item in addition to their instrument - Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Alto Sax, Trumpet.  If your student's instrument is not listed there, we will have the band trailer available to get your instrument to the airport.  We will provide the band trailer to get large instruments from the airport to DSHS upon return.

Summer Band 2022 Dates

In order to assist in the planning of your family's summer activities, here are the Tiger Marching Band summer dates.

May 31st - June 3rd: Pre-Season Training Camp (required)

July 18th -22nd: Percussion and Color Guard Camp (required)

July 26th - August 15th: Band Camp and Summer Band (required)

 

GO TIGER BAND!

Derek Woods
Director of Bands

Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

It was great to see everyone at An Evening of Jazz! My thanks to all of your performers that were in the jazz orchestras for providing great entertainment for us.  I want to thank Michael Rutherford for organizing the event, Tara Ballard and Christy Neffendorf for putting together an amazing silent auction, Gina Bisett for once again organizing check-in and silent auction checkout, and all of the parents and students that helped setup and run the event.  Thank you!

Certificates for service hours will be available to students from the directors this week. If you have a question about a silent auction item, please email SilentAuction@dsbandboosters.org and President@dsbandboosters.org.

While the list of volunteers that will be point of contact for different areas in the 2022-23 year is coming together, there are still several areas where I need someone that will be that point of contact and coordinate the activity in that area. Please email me with any questions or concerns you have about a position in which you’re interested. The critical roles we need to fill before the start of summer are Band Meals, Summer Band Lead, and Thunder in the Hills Event Chair.

VP Operations
Thunder in the Hills Event Chair
Summer Band Lead
Band Meals Lead
Band Snacks Lead
DSMS Liaison
DSMS Treasurer
SSMS Treasurer
Volunteer Sign Up Tool Lead

Thank you for your support of the Tiger Band program at An Evening of Jazz and all of our events over the past year.  There are still many activities to come this spring, so we’re not done yet. but it has been a great year so far!

Go Tiger Band!

Timmie Smith

president@dsbandboosters.org

979-219-2828

Percussion Update

We have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

In addition, I’m looking for a few volunteers to assist with a DSMS/SSMS percussion parent meeting on March 3rd at 6:00pm in the DSHS Band Hall to answer questions and provide an overview of the volunteer opportunities.  Let me know if you are interested.

 

Thank you

Allison Muth

Uniform Update

The Disney World Band Trip is only two weeks away!

There is a mandatory trip meeting on March 10th at 6:30pm, with TMF to get the itinerary and ask questions for ALL band students and parents going to the Orlando band trip. Please put this date on your calendar to attend. Now is a good time to start gathering items you may need for the trip (i.e., shorts, shirts, swimsuits, appropriate shoes, sunscreen). Try not to overpack. Mr. Woods has already asked attendees for their shirt sizes. If you are going and have not heard from Mr. Woods about this, please reach out to him in an email right away.

 

Band Donations Accepted

Donations of clean band shirts, polos (grey only), shoes, and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out your closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the lost and found).  Students will still need their black shoes, bike shorts and gray dri-fits for the upcoming concerts and UIL contests in the spring. Informal uniforms will still be needed for events such as the Founders Day parade in April (grey polo, black shorts, shoes, and no-show black socks).

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella

Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

It’s always a great time to place an order for H-E-B gift cards. What an easy way to support the band while you shop at H-E-B for your groceries, gas, etc.

See the order form in the newsletter link above and drop a check in the mail or Dropbox. That’s it  ✅ Thank you for supporting our band program. We couldn’t do all of our great things without you!

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

2/20/22

Announcement Sheet - Week of Feb 21

Evening of Jazz Silent Auction Link

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,
DSISD Percussion Ensemble Concert - on Thursday, February 17th, Percussion students grades 6-12 from DSMS, SSMS and DSHS presented a truly magical musical experience for all those in attendance.  Mr. Ehlers and Mr. Demetriou have been working with our 6-12 Percussion students since November to put on this concert, featuring guest artist Nick Werth and 4 outstanding soloists chosen at the DSISD Percussion Solo and Ensemble event held on Saturday, February 5th.  The soloists featured were Noah Scarbrough, 7th grader from SSMS; Parker Hoffman, 10th grader from DSHS; Evan Murphy, 8th grader from SSMS; and Anton Miller-Thomas, 12th grader from DSHS.  Congratulations to all our Percussion students on a job well done!

 

Evening of Jazz: Friday, February 25th 5:30pm

Our annual Evening of Jazz fundraising event is fast approaching. Ticket sales for dinner have closed, but it is free to attend the event, so urge your neighbors, friends, and fellow jazz lovers to join us at DS Ranch Park to enjoy great jazz performances by our MS Jazz Band and both DSHS Jazz Orchestra groups. They can browse the over 100 items in our Silent Auction and bid on their favorite items. This is one of our most important fundraisers, and we need your volunteer help.  Thank you to Michael Rutherford for leading the event preparation this year!

Required Disney Trip meeting: Thursday, March 10th at 6:30pm in DSHS Band Hall

All participants on the Disney Trip will meet to receive all the trip information, including final itinerary, flight information, rules and expectations for adults and students. Our TMF Representative Keith Lancaster will be there to help answer any questions.

Summer Band 2022 Dates

In order to assist in the planning of your family's summer activities, here are the Tiger Marching Band summer dates.

May 31st - June 3rd: Pre-Season Training Camp (required)

July 18th -22nd: Percussion and Color Guard Camp (required)

July 26th - August 15th: Band Camp and Summer Band (required)

 

Go Tiger Band!

Derek Woods
Director of Bands

Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

 

 

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

An Evening of Jazz will take place this Friday, February 25, 5-9pm at Dripping Springs Ranch Park.  I’ll see you there for an evening of music, fun, food, and fellowship!  The Silent Auction for the event is live and open for your bids!  Take a look at the awesome collection of items put together by Tara Ballard and Christy Neffendorf and place your bids now! https://pages.snwbll.com/auction/m_PGMeiDKn5i9nY4wxNrfABQ/evening-of-jazz-2022-2

Bidding will continue through the evening of the event, and all items will be available for viewing at An Evening of Jazz.  Raffle tickets are also on sale through the event as well.  Buy your raffle tickets at https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/evening-of-jazz?fbclid=IwAR3TpVAU6xnTzgBN7MAQR0dkE6htKiFD5qgoIuv3ovfTSrB3tQZPGoi273o

Thank you to all the volunteers that have contacted me about volunteering to be the primary volunteer for an area.  The following positions currently do not have a nominee.  Please email me with any questions or concerns you have about a position in which you’re interested.

 

VP Operations
Thunder in the Hills Event Chair
Summer Band Lead
Band Meals Lead
Band Snacks Lead
DSMS Liaison
DSMS Treasurer
SSMS Treasurer
Volunteer Sign Up Tool Lead

I’ll see you at An Evening of Jazz!

Timmie Smith

president@dsbandboosters.org

979-219-2828

Evening of Jazz - February 25

The Evening of Jazz Fundraiser is coming up on Friday, February 25th!  Dinner ticket sales have now closed, but the auction items will run right up through the event.

For more information, check out the flyer provided to students this week here and for auction item raffle tickets, use this QR code!

Please note that all ticket sales are online this year, so paper tickets are not available.

Winterguard Update

The Dripping Springs High School Winterguard and the Dripping Springs Cadet Winterguard groups participated in the TCGC Henderson High School Contest on Saturday, February 12th and both took 4th place in their respective divisions.

The next performance for both groups will be on Saturday, February 26th at Georgetown High School.

https://www.texascolorguardcircuit.org/events/34754

 

Melissa Tyree

DSBB Color Guard Liaison

512.439.9006

cgliaison@dsbandboosters.org

Percussion Update

It was another great week for the Dripping Springs Percussion students as the DSMS, SSMS and DSHS students displayed their talent at the Percussion Concert – Thursday, 2/17 in the DSHS auditorium.  It was a fabulous event that featured guest Artist, Nick Werth and highlighted the Outstanding Performers: Noah Scarbrough, Evan Murphy, Anton Miller-Thomas, and Parker Hoffman.

In addition, we have officially kicked off a “Marimba” campaign to support the purchase of a 5-Octave Marimba that will expand the percussion equipment for the current year and for future DSISD percussion students.  Please follow the link to "Lend a Mallet”:

https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/marimba-magic

In addition, I’m looking for a few volunteers to assist with a DSMS/SSMS percussion parent meeting on March 3rd at 6:00pm in the DSHS Band Hall to answer questions and provide an overview of the volunteer opportunities.  Let me know if you are interested.

 

Thank you

Allison Muth

Uniform Update

UIL State Representation 

Congratulations to our seven State musicians that attended UIL. You all looked great in your uniforms, and you represented our school well.  Thank you for returning your uniforms to the uniform room so promptly.


The Disney World Band Trip is only three weeks away!

On March 10th there is a mandatory trip meeting in the band hall with TMF to get the itinerary and ask questions for all band students and parents that are going. Please put this date on your calendar to attend. Now is a good time to start gathering items you may need for the trip (i.e., shorts, shirts, swimsuits, appropriate shoes, sunscreen). Please try not to overpack. Mr. Woods has already asked attendees for their shirt sizes. If you are going and have not heard from Mr. Woods about this, please reach out to him in an email right away.

 

Band Donations Accepted

Donations of clean band shirts, polos (grey only), shoes, and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the lost and found).  Students will still need black shoes, bike shorts and gray dri-fits for the upcoming concerts and UIL contests in the spring. Informal uniforms will still be needed for events such as the Founders Day parade in April.

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

 

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella

Co-VP Uniform Coordinators

 

GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

It’s always a great time to place an order for H-E-B gift cards. What an easy way to support the band while you shop at H-E-B for your groceries, gas, etc.

See the order form in the newsletter link above and drop a check in the mail or Dropbox. That’s it  ✅ Thank you for supporting our band program. We couldn’t do all of our great things without you!

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

 

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/

2/13/22

Announcement Sheet - Week of Feb 14

Cadet Guard Schedule - Spring 2022

HEB Gift Card Fundraiser Info

Band Sponsorship Info

Band Booster Store

Senior Book Information

From Mr. Woods:

Hello Tiger Band Family,
Our 7 Tiger Band 2022 TMEA All State Band students had an excellent time this past week working with the clinicians, rehearsing for their concerts, spending some time on the convention floor visiting the many vendor booths, attending the UT Wind Ensemble concert featuring The Cavaliers, and culminating in really great performances on Saturday. Thank you, Quentin Dollard, Wyland Diehl, Matt Sheeter, Alana Sayger, Jace Byrd, Maddie Glass, and James Lee for representing the Tiger Band so well!

 

Percussion Ensemble Concert: Thursday, Feb. 17th at 7:00pm in the DSHS Auditorium

Please join all of our percussion students from DSMS, SSMS and DSHS, along with special guest artist Nick Werth for an evening of all things percussion. Mr. Ehlers and Mr. Demetriou have been working hard helping the percussion students grades 6-12 prepare for this performance, and it promises to be EPIC!  See the attached flyer for more details.

Evening of Jazz: Friday, February 25th 5:30pm

Our annual Evening of Jazz fundraising event is fast approaching. Ticket sales for dinner will close at 6pm on Feb 14, but it is free to attend the event, so urge your neighbors, friends, and fellow jazz lovers to join us at DS Ranch Park to enjoy great jazz performances by our MS Jazz Band and both DSHS Jazz Orchestra groups. They can browse the over 100 items in our Silent Auction and bid on their favorite items. This is one of our most important fundraisers, and we need your volunteer help.  Thank you to Michael Rutherford for leading the event preparation this year!

 

Required Disney Trip meeting: Thursday, March 10th at 6:30pm in DSHS Band Hall

All participants on the Disney Trip will meet to receive all the trip information, including final itinerary, flight information, rules and expectations for adults and students. Our TMF Representative Keith Lancaster will be there to help answer any questions.

 

Summer Band 2022 Dates

In order to assist in the planning of your family's summer activities, here are the Tiger Marching Band summer dates.

May 31st - June 3rd: Pre-Season Training Camp (required)

July 18th -22nd: Percussion and Color Guard Camp (required)

July 26th - August 15th: Band Camp and Summer Band (required)

 

Go Tiger Band!

Derek Woods
Director of Bands

Dripping Springs H.S.
512-858-3214

derek.woods@dsisdtx.us

President's Update

Howdy Tiger Band Families!

FINAL CALL for Evening of Jazz Event tickets!! Railroad Bar-B-Que has allowed us to extend sales through Monday 6pm. Please purchase your event ticket and join us on Friday, February 25 for An Evening of Jazz at Dripping Springs Ranch Park!  No tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

Go to https://dripping-springs-band-boosters.snwbll.com/ticketing/evening-of-jazz?fbclid=IwAR3TpVAU6xnTzgBN7MAQR0dkE6htKiFD5qgoIuv3ovfTSrB3tQZPGoi273o to buy your tickets this evening!

The silent auction for An Evening of Jazz will open for online bidding ahead of the event the week of February 21. The link will be included in next week’s newsletter.  All items will be available at An Evening of Jazz where bidding will continue through the evening.

Finally, we are starting to identify volunteers that would be willing to step into Band Booster Board positions for 2022-23. We have a number of senior parents that volunteered this year, and I need your help continuing our great program next year.  If you’re interested in learning more about one of the following positions please let me know!

 

VP Operations

VP Chaperones

VP Membership

Thunder in the Hills Event Chair

Summer Band Lead

Band Meals Lead

Band Snacks Lead

DSMS Liaison

DSMS Treasurer

SSMS Treasurer

Volunteer Sign Up Tool Lead

Get your tickets for An Evening of Jazz and I’ll see you there on the 25th!

Go Tiger Band!
Timmie Smith
president@dsbandboosters.org

979-219-2828

Evening of Jazz - February 25

The Evening of Jazz Fundraiser is coming up on Friday, February 25th - tickets and auction items are officially live now!  Dinner ticket sales were extended until 6pm on February 14th, but the auction items will run right up through the event.

For more information, check out the flyer provided to students this week here and for auction item raffle tickets, use this QR code!

Please note that all ticket sales are online this year, so paper tickets are not available.

Winterguard Update

The Dripping Springs High School Winterguard and the Dripping Springs Cadet Winterguard groups participated in the TCGC Henderson High School Contest on Saturday, February 12th and both took 4th place in their respective divisions.

The next performance for both groups will be on Saturday, February 26th at Georgetown High School.

https://www.texascolorguardcircuit.org/events/34754

Melissa Tyree
DSBB Color Guard Liaison
512.439.9006
cgliaison@dsbandboosters.org

Percussion Update

We had a great turn out with both middle school and high school students for the Percussion performance by the Texas A&M commerce band on Tuesday 2/7.

Please come support all the Dripping Springs percussion students on Thursday, 2/17 for their concert in the DSHS auditorium beginning at 7pm.  The outstanding soloists will be recognized during this event - you don’t want to miss this!

Uniform Update

Black and White Shoes in Lost and Found Area 

As mentioned before, we have noticed a couple of pairs of black band shoes and one pair of white band shoes in the lost and found. When the bookcase is cleaned out, we will take these shoes into the uniform room as donations to be used as loaners. Please make sure that your students have all of their black and white marching shoes. To help keep track of these shoes we advise students to put their initials on either the inside rim of the shoes or under the tongue. This makes it easier to quickly find their owners. We have silver markers in the uniform room if you need to mark your shoes.

Band Donations Accepted

Donations of clean band shirts, polos, shoes and shorts are always accepted if you are clearing out closets. Please do not send used gloves or socks. With all of the shortages getting stuff this past fall most of our extras were depleted. Donations can be placed in a box/bag and either handed to a director or placed by the uniform door (not by the lost and found).  Students will still need black shoes, bike shorts and gray dri-fits for the upcoming concerts and UIL contests in the spring. Informal uniforms will still be needed for events such as the March band trip and the Founders Day parade in April.

Thank you to Reid's Dry Cleaners for their excellent job of getting our white bibbers and marching jackets cleaned over the holiday break.

If you have any further questions, please contact us at: uniforms@dsbandboosters.org.

Thank you,

Su Gibbs and Suzanne Gusella
Co-VP Uniform Coordinators
GO TIGER BAND!

HEB Gift Cards Fundraiser Info

It’s always a great time to place an order for H-E-B gift cards. What an easy way to support the band while you shop at H-E-B for your groceries, gas, etc.

See the order form in the newsletter link above and drop a check in the mail or Dropbox. That’s it  ✅ Thank you for supporting our band program. We couldn’t do all of our great things without you!

Band Sponsor Info

Please be sure to show your support for all our Tiger Band sponsors by supporting their business in our local community.

The Tiger Band Boosters would like to give a special recognition to our new Virtuoso Sponsor, Pool Pro!

-Terminal B, Information Technology Services www.terminalb.com

-Andrea M. Bibeau, Welcome Home ATX www.WelcomehomeATX.com

-Kwik Kar www.kwikkards.com

-Cunningham Orthodontics, www.cunningnhamorthodontics.com

-Vintage Soul, www.vintagesoultx.com

-Rail Road BBQ, www.rrbbq.com

-Garnett’s Propane, www.garnettspropane.com

Senior Books

Shutterfly pages have been set up for each class to upload candid photos throughout their band career.  Everyone can share their photos and help to create “senior books” for a unique keepsake after graduation.  Click on the appropriate link below to join the site and to start sharing photos now!

https://dshsbandclass2022.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2023.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2024.shutterfly.com/

https://dshsbandclassof2025.shutterfly.com/