Cancellation: July 28th Wind, Brass, Percussion Camp
7/21/14
The July 28th day camp for the Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion sections of the Marching Showcase has been cancelled. Check out the 2014 Marching Showcase Facebook page or contact Mr. Cartner for more information.
The July 28th day camp for the Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion sections of the Marching Showcase has been cancelled. Check out the 2014 Marching Showcase Facebook page or contact Mr. Cartner for more information.
Marching showcase car wash - O'Reilly Auto
6/4/14
The CHS Marching Showcase will be having their first car wash fundraiser of the summer this Saturday, June 7th from 10am-3pm at O'Reilly Auto Parts in Centralia. Come out and support the students!
The CHS Marching Showcase will be having their first car wash fundraiser of the summer this Saturday, June 7th from 10am-3pm at O'Reilly Auto Parts in Centralia. Come out and support the students!
2014 chs color guard
5/23/14
Congratulations to the following students for being selected for the 2014 CHS Color Guard! It was a very difficult audition process with over 50 students auditioning for a limited number of spots. All students that were selected should view the Marching Showcase Summer Schedule in the post below.
2014 CHS Color Guard:
Captains: Abie Vahlkamp Katy Wolenhaupt
Members (in alphabetical order):
Brittney Ball Emma Castellari Kyla Flanagan Hanna Garrison Selena Gonzalez Dani Hutton Naomi Keller
Gabrielle Kern Alli Kingsley Sara Mansker Taylor Murphy Cheyanne Schriefer Brooke Sulcer Paul Wright
Alternates: Imani Kaufman Katlyn Niepoetter
Congratulations to the following students for being selected for the 2014 CHS Color Guard! It was a very difficult audition process with over 50 students auditioning for a limited number of spots. All students that were selected should view the Marching Showcase Summer Schedule in the post below.
2014 CHS Color Guard:
Captains: Abie Vahlkamp Katy Wolenhaupt
Members (in alphabetical order):
Brittney Ball Emma Castellari Kyla Flanagan Hanna Garrison Selena Gonzalez Dani Hutton Naomi Keller
Gabrielle Kern Alli Kingsley Sara Mansker Taylor Murphy Cheyanne Schriefer Brooke Sulcer Paul Wright
Alternates: Imani Kaufman Katlyn Niepoetter
2014 Marching showcase summer schedule
5/20/14
Please read the attached schedule carefully. More information regarding the summer camps will be handed out at the June Preseason Camp. All students must come prepared to march by wearing tennis shoes and comfortable, athletic clothing.
Please read the attached schedule carefully. More information regarding the summer camps will be handed out at the June Preseason Camp. All students must come prepared to march by wearing tennis shoes and comfortable, athletic clothing.
| 2014 Marching Showcase Summer Schedule |
Important upcoming events
5/1/14
May Fete:
-Dress rehearsals: Tuesday, May 6th and Wednesday, May 7th @ 7pm (Students lined up by 6:45pm)
-Performances: Thursday, May 8th and Friday, May 9th @ 8pm (Students in home rooms by 7:15pm)
Band Banquet:
-Wednesday, May 14 @ 6:30pm in the CHS Cafetorium. More information to follow.
Marching Showcase Student Leader Auditions:
-Wednesday, May 14 - Thursday, May 15 @ 3:30pm in the Band Room
Graduation:
-Performance: Sunday, May 18th @ 2pm (Students in band room by 1:15pm). Dress is the same as Spring Concert.
Color Guard Tryouts:
-Wednesday, May 21 - Friday, May 23 @ 4pm in the CHS Annex Gym. Information flyer coming soon.
May Fete:
-Dress rehearsals: Tuesday, May 6th and Wednesday, May 7th @ 7pm (Students lined up by 6:45pm)
-Performances: Thursday, May 8th and Friday, May 9th @ 8pm (Students in home rooms by 7:15pm)
Band Banquet:
-Wednesday, May 14 @ 6:30pm in the CHS Cafetorium. More information to follow.
Marching Showcase Student Leader Auditions:
-Wednesday, May 14 - Thursday, May 15 @ 3:30pm in the Band Room
Graduation:
-Performance: Sunday, May 18th @ 2pm (Students in band room by 1:15pm). Dress is the same as Spring Concert.
Color Guard Tryouts:
-Wednesday, May 21 - Friday, May 23 @ 4pm in the CHS Annex Gym. Information flyer coming soon.
2014 Sound Spectacular concert
3/19/14
The 2014 Sound Spectacular Concert will be on Tuesday, March 25 at 7pm in the CHS Gym. The concert will feature the Centralia Junior High School Beginning and Concert Bands, the Centralia High School Concert Band, and the Kaskaskia College Concert Band. This concert is part of the Music in Our Schools Month celebration!
The 2014 Sound Spectacular Concert will be on Tuesday, March 25 at 7pm in the CHS Gym. The concert will feature the Centralia Junior High School Beginning and Concert Bands, the Centralia High School Concert Band, and the Kaskaskia College Concert Band. This concert is part of the Music in Our Schools Month celebration!
3rd Annual CHS band Trivia Night
2/19/14
The 3rd annual CHS Band Trivia Night is Saturday, February 22 at 7pm in the CHS Cafetorium. The fee is $80 for a team of 8. Registration forms may be turned in at the door. The form must be turned in by Friday if you select a band student to receive credit.
The 3rd annual CHS Band Trivia Night is Saturday, February 22 at 7pm in the CHS Cafetorium. The fee is $80 for a team of 8. Registration forms may be turned in at the door. The form must be turned in by Friday if you select a band student to receive credit.
| Trivia Night Registration Form |
Calendar format update
2/18/14
The Calendar on the website has been updated to Google Calendar. Updates and changes can be added more efficiently.
The Calendar on the website has been updated to Google Calendar. Updates and changes can be added more efficiently.
Pit Orchestra rehearsal cancellation - 1/16/14
1/16/14
Pit Orchestra rehearsal for the musical has been cancelled for this afternoon due to attendance conflicts. Call time for Monday, January 20 has been moved up to 2 pm. It is imperative that you continue to practice your music over the weekend. Monday is our first rehearsal with the cast.
3 weeks until opening night!
Pit Orchestra rehearsal for the musical has been cancelled for this afternoon due to attendance conflicts. Call time for Monday, January 20 has been moved up to 2 pm. It is imperative that you continue to practice your music over the weekend. Monday is our first rehearsal with the cast.
3 weeks until opening night!
Showcase earns top honors at Alamo Bowl
12/31/13
The Marching Showcase had an enjoyable, successful trip down to San Antonio, TX this past week. The students performed a Beatles medley during halftime of the 2013 Valero Alamo Bowl with 15 other bands from around the country. Furthermore, the Marching Showcase placed 1st in Class A competition at the Valero Alamo Bowl field show competition. Additional awards include Outstanding Music, Marching, General Effect, Auxiliary, Percussion, and Drum Major.
Students and chaperones also spent time at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and explored downtown
San Antonio including The River Walk, The Alamo, Market Square, and the Rivercenter Mall.
The Marching Showcase had an enjoyable, successful trip down to San Antonio, TX this past week. The students performed a Beatles medley during halftime of the 2013 Valero Alamo Bowl with 15 other bands from around the country. Furthermore, the Marching Showcase placed 1st in Class A competition at the Valero Alamo Bowl field show competition. Additional awards include Outstanding Music, Marching, General Effect, Auxiliary, Percussion, and Drum Major.
Students and chaperones also spent time at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and explored downtown
San Antonio including The River Walk, The Alamo, Market Square, and the Rivercenter Mall.
Alamo bowl trip practice recordings
12/16/13
The following links will take you to the recordings of the 2 pieces we are performing as part of the mass band halftime at the 2013 Valero Alamo Bowl. Please use these recordings during your practicing and memorization of these pieces!
Magical Mystery Tour/Lady Madonna
I Saw Her Standing There
The following links will take you to the recordings of the 2 pieces we are performing as part of the mass band halftime at the 2013 Valero Alamo Bowl. Please use these recordings during your practicing and memorization of these pieces!
Magical Mystery Tour/Lady Madonna
I Saw Her Standing There
Band & Choir Holiday concert - Tonight @ 7 pm
12/12/13
The CHS Band and Choir will have their annual Holiday Concert tonight at 7 pm the in the CHS Cafetorium. Admission is free! Punch and cookies will be provided following the performance. Come out and enjoy a great performance that is sure to get you in the holiday mood!
The CHS Band and Choir will have their annual Holiday Concert tonight at 7 pm the in the CHS Cafetorium. Admission is free! Punch and cookies will be provided following the performance. Come out and enjoy a great performance that is sure to get you in the holiday mood!
Important Alamo Bowl Trip information - Meeting/rehearsal
12/10/13
There will be a final informational meeting for the Alamo Bowl trip on Monday, December 16 at 7pm in the CHS Band Room. All students/chaperones that are travelling should attend this meeting. If a student cannot make it, a parent/guardian may attend on their behalf. Important information regarding the trip will be given at this meeting.
There will be a final rehearsal for the Alamo Bowl trip on Thursday, December 19 from 1:50-3:30pm. All students travelling are required to attend this rehearsal!
There will be a final informational meeting for the Alamo Bowl trip on Monday, December 16 at 7pm in the CHS Band Room. All students/chaperones that are travelling should attend this meeting. If a student cannot make it, a parent/guardian may attend on their behalf. Important information regarding the trip will be given at this meeting.
There will be a final rehearsal for the Alamo Bowl trip on Thursday, December 19 from 1:50-3:30pm. All students travelling are required to attend this rehearsal!
Updated calendar, Points, & Trip payment information
10/3/13
The Calendar has been updated as of today! It includes call and performance times for our remaining marching performances.
Student point information, trip payments, a fees due have also been updated in the Members Only section.
The Calendar has been updated as of today! It includes call and performance times for our remaining marching performances.
Student point information, trip payments, a fees due have also been updated in the Members Only section.
