Spring Concert- Thursday, April 29

We are excited to perform our Spring Concert this Thursday, April 29 for an in-person audience. In order to allow for this, we have divided the concert into two parts.

• 6:30 pm- Band Two, Combined Band Three and Four
• 7:45 pm- Band One, Small Ensembles

IMPORTANT: We are having to pre-sell tickets to ensure social distancing protocols set by HEB ISD are met. Here is the link: ldbellband.ludus.com Each seating (6:30 and 7:45) will be a separate ticket. Tickets are $5. Audience members must wear a mask.

• Call time for combined Band Three and Four is 5:30 pm on stage. Attire is formal concert uniform
• Call time for Band Two is 5:45 pm in the Band Hall. Attire is formal concert uniform
• Call time for Band One is 7:15 in the Band Hall. Attire is formal concert uniform

Summer Band Camps

Each Summer, many colleges and universities offer music camps. These camps are a great opportunity for students to continue to develop their skills over the Summer and learn from some of the country's best educators. Some of these camps are virtual, but many are returning to an in-person experience this year. Click this link to access a list of area camps and links to their information: SUMMER BAND CAMPS

2020-21 Band Celebration- Saturday, May 15

We will be having a Band Celebration (typically known as Band Banquet) on Saturday, May 15 from 7 pm-10 pm at Pennington Field. There will be awards, a senior slideshow, a dee-jay and dancing, and more! Students can dress to impress or be a little more casual. Students must abide by school dress code and may not wear heels (because of the turf). All attendees must wear a mask.

Tickets to the Band Celebration are $20. Please read the following information about tickets carefully!

• Band members who were a member of the 2019-20 L.D. Bell Band and have a zero balance on their band fees for all years will receive a complimentary ticket.
• Band members who were NOT in band last year will need to purchase a ticket. This is because we did not include the Band Celebration in this year's budget.You must have a zero balance on this year's band fees in order to purchase a ticket.
• Band students may bring a non-band guest. Guest tickets are $30.
• Tickets may be picked up or purchased on Tuesday, April 27 and Thursday, April 29 from 3-5 pm in the hallway between the Band Hall and Percussion Room.

Solo & Ensemble- Saturday, May 1

All L.D. Bell Band students (virtual and traditional) are participating in Solo & Ensemble contest this Saturday, May 1. The schedule will be made available early this week.

• Students should plan to warm up at home and arrive at least 20-30 minutes prior to their assigned performance time to check into their room.
• Students will need to have a copy of their music (full score for ensembles or a copy of their solo) for the judge with their name on it and measures numbered.
• Students should dress in a professional manner (no jeans, tennis shoes, or t-shirts).
• This performance is a significant portion of the six weeks band grade so please make sure you are prepared and professional.

Week of April 26-May1

• Monday, April 26- 4:30-7:00 pm (approx) 2021 Drum Major Auditions/ 4:30-6:00 pm Marching Percussion Snare/Tenor Masterclass
• Tuesday, April 27- 3-5 pm Band Celebration Ticket Sales/ 4:15-5:45 pm Full Orchestra (clinic with Michael Stringer)/ 4:30-6:00 pm Marching Percussion Keyboards and Bass Masterclass
• Wednesday, April 28- 4:15-5:30 pm Full Orchestra Rehearsal/ 4:15-5:30 pm Band Two Rehearsal/
• Thursday, April 29- 3-5 pm Band Celebration Ticket Sales/ 6:30 pm- Band Three/Four, Band Two Spring Concert in Auditorium/ 7:45 pm- Band One and small ensembles Spring Concert in Auditorium
• Friday, April 30
• Saturday, May 1- Solo & Ensemble Contest @ L.D. Bell High School (schedule posted this week)