**Important Upcoming Events**
5/14/13
-Color Guard auditions will be Monday, May 20 - Wednesday, May 22 from 5:30-7:30 pm in the Annex Gym (located behind the main building). Auditions are open to any student interested in participating in the Marching Showcase. Previous color guard or dance experience is recommended, but not required. See Mr. Cartner for an audition packet.
-Summer Scheduling and Band Trip Meeting - Thursday, June 6 at 6:30 pm in the CHS Band room. This is a mandatory meeting for any student and their parents/guardians that are planning on being in the Marching Showcase for the 2013-14 school year. Items to be discussed are summer requirements, fall schedule, and the Alamo Bowl trip. Please check the calendar for updates.
-Color Guard auditions will be Monday, May 20 - Wednesday, May 22 from 5:30-7:30 pm in the Annex Gym (located behind the main building). Auditions are open to any student interested in participating in the Marching Showcase. Previous color guard or dance experience is recommended, but not required. See Mr. Cartner for an audition packet.
-Summer Scheduling and Band Trip Meeting - Thursday, June 6 at 6:30 pm in the CHS Band room. This is a mandatory meeting for any student and their parents/guardians that are planning on being in the Marching Showcase for the 2013-14 school year. Items to be discussed are summer requirements, fall schedule, and the Alamo Bowl trip. Please check the calendar for updates.
Band Awards Banquet - May 13 - 6:00pm - Cafetorium
5/7/13
The end of the year CHS Bands Awards Banquet is on Monday, May 13 at 6:00pm in the Cafetorium. A fried chicken dinner will be served first. Please bring a family sized side dish. The night will end with the award ceremony and a slide show!
The end of the year CHS Bands Awards Banquet is on Monday, May 13 at 6:00pm in the Cafetorium. A fried chicken dinner will be served first. Please bring a family sized side dish. The night will end with the award ceremony and a slide show!
Spring Concert - May 9
5/6/13
On Thursday, May 9 we will be having our Spring Concert at 7pm in the CHS Cafetorium. This will be a combined concert with the CHS Choirs.
Highlights from Ratatouille
John Williams in Concert
Luck Be a Lady (May Fete performance)
Les Miserables Medley (w/ CHS Choirs)
On Thursday, May 9 we will be having our Spring Concert at 7pm in the CHS Cafetorium. This will be a combined concert with the CHS Choirs.
Highlights from Ratatouille
John Williams in Concert
Luck Be a Lady (May Fete performance)
Les Miserables Medley (w/ CHS Choirs)
May Fete Music MIDI
4/27/13
Attached is the UPDATED MIDI version of our May Fete piece. This includes the adjustment for measures 50-51. Please listen to it and use it as a practice aid. The very last note is clipped off...
Attached is the UPDATED MIDI version of our May Fete piece. This includes the adjustment for measures 50-51. Please listen to it and use it as a practice aid. The very last note is clipped off...
| Luck Be a Lady |
Updated Calendar!
4/3/13
The Calendar has been updated on the website to include IHSA Organizational Contest times, May Fete rehearsals, DM/Section Leader auditions, and the Spring Concert. Please continue to check the website and Facebook groups for updated events. Some times/locations may change, so please check up every couple of days.
Calendar
The Calendar has been updated on the website to include IHSA Organizational Contest times, May Fete rehearsals, DM/Section Leader auditions, and the Spring Concert. Please continue to check the website and Facebook groups for updated events. Some times/locations may change, so please check up every couple of days.
Calendar
Sound Spectacular Concert
3/6/13
On Tuesday, March 19, the CHS Concert Band will be joined by the Centralia Junior High and Kaskaskia College Bands for our Sound Spectacular Concert at 7 pm in the CHS Gym.
On Thursday, March 14, the CHS Band will be having a pre-concert rehearsal at 5:30pm in the band room. All Concert Band and Percussion students are expected to attend. It will be our only chance to rehearsal together before the concert.
On Tuesday, March 19, the CHS Concert Band will be joined by the Centralia Junior High and Kaskaskia College Bands for our Sound Spectacular Concert at 7 pm in the CHS Gym.
On Thursday, March 14, the CHS Band will be having a pre-concert rehearsal at 5:30pm in the band room. All Concert Band and Percussion students are expected to attend. It will be our only chance to rehearsal together before the concert.
CHS Band Music Trivia Night
2/18/13
On Saturday, February 23, the CHS Band will be hosting a Trivia Night in the CHS Cafetorium. The event starts at 7:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm). The cost is $80 for a team of 8 people. We will have a various side prizes and games available. Light refreshments will be available as well as free popcorn. Proceeds will go to supporting the CHS Band and the students!
On Saturday, February 23, the CHS Band will be hosting a Trivia Night in the CHS Cafetorium. The event starts at 7:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm). The cost is $80 for a team of 8 people. We will have a various side prizes and games available. Light refreshments will be available as well as free popcorn. Proceeds will go to supporting the CHS Band and the students!
2013 Marching Showcase presents...
1/8/13
The 2013 Marching Showcase field show will be titled, The Blue and The Gray.
2013 marks the 150th anniversary of some of the most influential events of the American Civil War. The Emancipation Proclamation, the Siege of Vicksburg, and the Battle of Gettysburg all took place in 1863. The Showcase will utilize familiar Civil War era tunes to honor and even re-enact the soldiers that helped shape America.
Selections will include:
When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Shenandoah
Dixie
Battle Cry of Freedom
Battle Hymn of the Republic
The 2013 Marching Showcase field show will be titled, The Blue and The Gray.
2013 marks the 150th anniversary of some of the most influential events of the American Civil War. The Emancipation Proclamation, the Siege of Vicksburg, and the Battle of Gettysburg all took place in 1863. The Showcase will utilize familiar Civil War era tunes to honor and even re-enact the soldiers that helped shape America.
Selections will include:
When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Shenandoah
Dixie
Battle Cry of Freedom
Battle Hymn of the Republic
Holiday Basketball Tournament - Basketball Band
12/17/12
The schedule for the CHS Holiday Basketball Tournament has been posted. See the attached document for the bracket. The Basketball Band will be performing for the Orphan games. The first game will be December 27 at 7:45pm. The band's call time will be 6:45pm. From there, the game times will depend on the team's performance.
The schedule for the CHS Holiday Basketball Tournament has been posted. See the attached document for the bracket. The Basketball Band will be performing for the Orphan games. The first game will be December 27 at 7:45pm. The band's call time will be 6:45pm. From there, the game times will depend on the team's performance.
| Holiday Tournament Bracket |
Mattress Sale Fundraiser
12/7/12
On Saturday, December 15, we will be hosting a Mattress Sale Fundraiser from 10am-5pm. See the flyer below for more information!
On Saturday, December 15, we will be hosting a Mattress Sale Fundraiser from 10am-5pm. See the flyer below for more information!
| Mattress Sale Flyer |
2012 Holiday Concert
11/26/12
Come celebrate the Holiday season with the CHS Band and Choir! The Holiday concert will be on Thursday, December 6, at 7 pm in the CHS Cafetorium. Highlights will include a Christmas Sing-a-long, guest visit from members of our Rock 101 class, and a Classic Christmas combined piece with the Choir!
Come celebrate the Holiday season with the CHS Band and Choir! The Holiday concert will be on Thursday, December 6, at 7 pm in the CHS Cafetorium. Highlights will include a Christmas Sing-a-long, guest visit from members of our Rock 101 class, and a Classic Christmas combined piece with the Choir!
Updated Calendars
11/13/12
Updated calendars for November and December can be found in the calendar section. Events include any after school rehearsals/performances and fundraising events. Some events and times are subject to change. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Cartner. Thank you!
Updated calendars for November and December can be found in the calendar section. Events include any after school rehearsals/performances and fundraising events. Some events and times are subject to change. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Cartner. Thank you!
IMPORTANT - Open Rehearsal - CANCELLED
10/25/12
The Marching Showcase Open Rehearsal has been cancelled tonight due to weather (go figure...). There will be a members only rehearsal from 6-7 pm in the band room. Please spread the word!
The Marching Showcase Open Rehearsal has been cancelled tonight due to weather (go figure...). There will be a members only rehearsal from 6-7 pm in the band room. Please spread the word!
Tuesday, 10/23 Rehearsal - CANCELLED
10/23/12
Marching Showcase rehearsal has been cancelled for tonight. Color Guard will meet from 7-8pm in the Annex Gym.
Decision due to poor field conditions from the rain and limited parking lot space due to the volleyball regional.
Thursday's Open Rehearsal is still going on as scheduled.
Marching Showcase rehearsal has been cancelled for tonight. Color Guard will meet from 7-8pm in the Annex Gym.
Decision due to poor field conditions from the rain and limited parking lot space due to the volleyball regional.
Thursday's Open Rehearsal is still going on as scheduled.
"Open Rehearsal" - 10/25/12
10/17/12
Seeing as we have had inclement weather for most of our home football games, Centralia has not seen the Marching Showcase perform their entire show this season. I have decided to have an "open rehearsal" on Thursday, October 25. We are inviting the public to come and see how great these students really are. We will be at Ever's Field from 6-8 pm. We will be running a standard rehearsal from 6-7:45 pm followed by a full run through of our 2012 show, Apocalyptic, at 7:45 pm. The public can come at any time, however if you would like to see the run through plan on arriving at 7:30 pm.
Seeing as we have had inclement weather for most of our home football games, Centralia has not seen the Marching Showcase perform their entire show this season. I have decided to have an "open rehearsal" on Thursday, October 25. We are inviting the public to come and see how great these students really are. We will be at Ever's Field from 6-8 pm. We will be running a standard rehearsal from 6-7:45 pm followed by a full run through of our 2012 show, Apocalyptic, at 7:45 pm. The public can come at any time, however if you would like to see the run through plan on arriving at 7:30 pm.
Call times for remaining competitions
10/10/12
10/20 - Effingham
~Call time at school: 2:30 pm
~BBQ: 4:00 pm
~Performance time: 7:15 pm
~Return to CHS: 11:30 pm (time may vary)
10/27 - Belleville East
~Call time at school: 11:30 am
~Performance time: 3:15 pm
~Head to parade: 6:00 pm
10/27 - Halloween Parade
~Arrive at parade (right from Belleville): 7:00pm
~Parade end: TBD
10/20 - Effingham
~Call time at school: 2:30 pm
~BBQ: 4:00 pm
~Performance time: 7:15 pm
~Return to CHS: 11:30 pm (time may vary)
10/27 - Belleville East
~Call time at school: 11:30 am
~Performance time: 3:15 pm
~Head to parade: 6:00 pm
10/27 - Halloween Parade
~Arrive at parade (right from Belleville): 7:00pm
~Parade end: TBD
9/21 and 9/22 Call times
9/20/12
Call time for Friday's football game will be 5:15 pm. Due to the expected rain and wet field conditions, we will not be wearing our uniforms. Please wear a white shirt/hoodie/jacket in support of the "White Out' game. Please stay tuned to this website and the facebook pages for updates. There is a chance that we will not be going to the game due to the rain. I don't want to risk any instrument or player damage before our competition on Saturday.
Call time for Saturday's competition will be 10:30 am. We will rehearse out back before leaving. We should be back in Centralia around 4:30 pm.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Cartner via e-mail. Either scartner@centraliahs.org or centraliahsband@gmail.com. Thank you.
Call time for Friday's football game will be 5:15 pm. Due to the expected rain and wet field conditions, we will not be wearing our uniforms. Please wear a white shirt/hoodie/jacket in support of the "White Out' game. Please stay tuned to this website and the facebook pages for updates. There is a chance that we will not be going to the game due to the rain. I don't want to risk any instrument or player damage before our competition on Saturday.
Call time for Saturday's competition will be 10:30 am. We will rehearse out back before leaving. We should be back in Centralia around 4:30 pm.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Cartner via e-mail. Either scartner@centraliahs.org or centraliahsband@gmail.com. Thank you.
9/7 Football Game Change - Urgent
9/7/12
Due to severe storms in our area tonight, the football game has been postponed until tomorrow (Saturday, September 8) at 2 pm. Call time for all Marching Showcase members is 12:30 pm at the high school. Please wear your show shirt and khaki shorts. Sunglasses and sunscreen are highly recommended.
Due to severe storms in our area tonight, the football game has been postponed until tomorrow (Saturday, September 8) at 2 pm. Call time for all Marching Showcase members is 12:30 pm at the high school. Please wear your show shirt and khaki shorts. Sunglasses and sunscreen are highly recommended.
9/6 Rehearsal Change - Urgent
9/6/12
Due to storms rolling through the area tonight, rehearsal has been moved from Ever's Field back to the high school. We will still rehearse from 6-8 pm. Please spread the word!
6-8 pm at CHS
Due to storms rolling through the area tonight, rehearsal has been moved from Ever's Field back to the high school. We will still rehearse from 6-8 pm. Please spread the word!
6-8 pm at CHS
Updated Fall Calendars
8/5/12
Calendars for August, September, and October are available to view and download on the Calendars page.
Start times for football games, competitions, and the Halloween parade are TBD.
If you have any questions, or are having trouble viewing the calendars, please e-mail Mr. Cartner at centraliahsband@gmail.com
Calendars for August, September, and October are available to view and download on the Calendars page.
Start times for football games, competitions, and the Halloween parade are TBD.
If you have any questions, or are having trouble viewing the calendars, please e-mail Mr. Cartner at centraliahsband@gmail.com
2012 Marching Showcase Summer Camp
7/30/12
The 2012 Marching Showcase season starts today!
Our two week band camp will run from July 30-August 3 and August 6-August 10.
9:00-12:00 = Color Guard
1:00-4:00 = Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion
5:00-9:00 = Full Band
Here is a reminder of what the students should bring with them to camp:
- Working instrument/flag (Clarinets/Saxophones are responsible for their own reeds this year)
- Athletic shoes (preferably cross trainers or running shoes)
- Baseball Hat and/or sunglasses (not required but are extremely helpful)
- Clothes that do not restrict movement, but that are school appropriate (ex. – gym shorts, t-shirt)
---------------Contact Mr. Cartner with any questions regarding appropriate dress----------------------
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle (Water is provided, however having your own bottle makes water breaks more efficient)
- Music (Warm-up, Show tunes, Stands tunes) – Band only
- 3-ring binder (for music) – Band only
- Sheet protectors for binder – Band only
- 2-50 page spiral bound index card packs (for drill charts) – (Marching members only)
- A shoelace, fanny pack, or small ammo bag (holds spiral bound index cards, pencil, etc. while marching) (Marching members only)
- Pencil(s)
- A positive attitude and a willingness to put in the work necessary to put on a great show!
The 2012 Marching Showcase season starts today!
Our two week band camp will run from July 30-August 3 and August 6-August 10.
9:00-12:00 = Color Guard
1:00-4:00 = Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion
5:00-9:00 = Full Band
Here is a reminder of what the students should bring with them to camp:
- Working instrument/flag (Clarinets/Saxophones are responsible for their own reeds this year)
- Athletic shoes (preferably cross trainers or running shoes)
- Baseball Hat and/or sunglasses (not required but are extremely helpful)
- Clothes that do not restrict movement, but that are school appropriate (ex. – gym shorts, t-shirt)
---------------Contact Mr. Cartner with any questions regarding appropriate dress----------------------
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle (Water is provided, however having your own bottle makes water breaks more efficient)
- Music (Warm-up, Show tunes, Stands tunes) – Band only
- 3-ring binder (for music) – Band only
- Sheet protectors for binder – Band only
- 2-50 page spiral bound index card packs (for drill charts) – (Marching members only)
- A shoelace, fanny pack, or small ammo bag (holds spiral bound index cards, pencil, etc. while marching) (Marching members only)
- Pencil(s)
- A positive attitude and a willingness to put in the work necessary to put on a great show!
ATTENTION: Marching Showcase will NOT participate in 4th of July Parade
7/3/12
Due to the excessive heat during the next week, the Marching Showcase will NOT participate in the 2nd Annual 4th of July Parade. All rehearsals are also cancelled. Student safety is of the utmost importance. If you have any questions, please e-mail Mr. Cartner at centraliahsband@gmail.com
Due to the excessive heat during the next week, the Marching Showcase will NOT participate in the 2nd Annual 4th of July Parade. All rehearsals are also cancelled. Student safety is of the utmost importance. If you have any questions, please e-mail Mr. Cartner at centraliahsband@gmail.com
2012 Centralia High School Marching Showcase Facebook Group
7/3/12
All members and parents/guardians of the 2012 Marching Showcase are asked to join the 2012 Centralia High School Marching Showcase Facebook group. It is a private group, so you must be approved by Mr. Cartner. The group will be another means of quick information between Mr. Cartner and the students/parents, as well as a place for students and parents/guardians to ask questions, etc.
All members and parents/guardians of the 2012 Marching Showcase are asked to join the 2012 Centralia High School Marching Showcase Facebook group. It is a private group, so you must be approved by Mr. Cartner. The group will be another means of quick information between Mr. Cartner and the students/parents, as well as a place for students and parents/guardians to ask questions, etc.
June Band Trip Itinerary
5/16/12
Here is the updated and FINAL itinerary for the June Band Trip! If you have any questions, let me know ASAP. Thanks!
Here is the updated and FINAL itinerary for the June Band Trip! If you have any questions, let me know ASAP. Thanks!
| Final June Band Trip Itinerary |
Upcoming Events
4/27/12
Please check the Calendar section of our website for a list of upcoming events! The calendar includes all performances, after school rehearsals, auditions, and our banquet. Specific times will be added once they are determined.
Please check the Calendar section of our website for a list of upcoming events! The calendar includes all performances, after school rehearsals, auditions, and our banquet. Specific times will be added once they are determined.
JAM - Jazz Appreciation Month
4/11/12
April is the Jazz Appreciation Month, as created by the Smithsonian Institute. Jazz is one of the few truly American art forms, and it holds a very important role in the cultural history of our country. It is very fitting that we are restarting the CHS Jazz Band (Thursday, April 12 @ 6 PM) during JAM. For more information you can visit the official JAM website via the Smithsonian Institute!
April is the Jazz Appreciation Month, as created by the Smithsonian Institute. Jazz is one of the few truly American art forms, and it holds a very important role in the cultural history of our country. It is very fitting that we are restarting the CHS Jazz Band (Thursday, April 12 @ 6 PM) during JAM. For more information you can visit the official JAM website via the Smithsonian Institute!
Permission Forms
4/10/12
Today during class students received permission forms for some upcoming events. The first event is the IHSA Organizational Contest this Saturday at Lawrenceville High School. That is for all Concert Band and Percussion students. The second event is the Illinois Brass Quintet performance/clinic at Mt. Vernon High School next Monday. That is for the Concert Band (woodwinds/brass) only. If your student does not bring home a permission form, you can print them from the website. They can be found in the Documents/Forms section. Thank you!
Today during class students received permission forms for some upcoming events. The first event is the IHSA Organizational Contest this Saturday at Lawrenceville High School. That is for all Concert Band and Percussion students. The second event is the Illinois Brass Quintet performance/clinic at Mt. Vernon High School next Monday. That is for the Concert Band (woodwinds/brass) only. If your student does not bring home a permission form, you can print them from the website. They can be found in the Documents/Forms section. Thank you!
Thoroughly Modern Millie - Spring Musical
3/27/12
This is the opening week of the Drama Club's spring musical Thoroughly Modern Millie. Many of our band students have important roles in the cast, crew, and pit! The show schedule is as follows:
Thursday, March 29 @ 7 PM
Friday, March 30 @ 7 PM
Saturday, March 31 @ 2 PM and 7 PM
*All performances are at the Cultural Arts Society
This is the opening week of the Drama Club's spring musical Thoroughly Modern Millie. Many of our band students have important roles in the cast, crew, and pit! The show schedule is as follows:
Thursday, March 29 @ 7 PM
Friday, March 30 @ 7 PM
Saturday, March 31 @ 2 PM and 7 PM
*All performances are at the Cultural Arts Society
Sound Spectacular Concert
3/13/12
Come celebrate Music in our Schools Month by attending the Sound Spectacular. It will take place on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at 7 PM in the CHS Gym. Not only will the CHS Concert Band and Percussion Ensemble be performing, but the Kaskaskia College Band and Centralia Junior High School Bands will be joining us. Come out and support the area music programs!
Come celebrate Music in our Schools Month by attending the Sound Spectacular. It will take place on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at 7 PM in the CHS Gym. Not only will the CHS Concert Band and Percussion Ensemble be performing, but the Kaskaskia College Band and Centralia Junior High School Bands will be joining us. Come out and support the area music programs!
June Trip Tour Rehearsal
3/1/12
On Tuesday, March 13, 2012, there will be a mandatory rehearsal at 6 PM for any student that is attending the June Band Trip. In order to perform at Dollywood and Busch Gardens, we need to submit a video recording of the band playing some selections. Everyone must wear khaki pants or shorts because we also need to take a picture in the band polos. We will also discuss some trip details and begin signing up for rooming assignments. Thank you.
On Tuesday, March 13, 2012, there will be a mandatory rehearsal at 6 PM for any student that is attending the June Band Trip. In order to perform at Dollywood and Busch Gardens, we need to submit a video recording of the band playing some selections. Everyone must wear khaki pants or shorts because we also need to take a picture in the band polos. We will also discuss some trip details and begin signing up for rooming assignments. Thank you.
Director's Corner
2/27/12
The Director's Corner has it's first update. Please check it out for a recap of the month of February and a look ahead to March! Check it out here
The Director's Corner has it's first update. Please check it out for a recap of the month of February and a look ahead to March! Check it out here
Marching Showcase Trivia Night
2/6/12
On Saturday, February 25, the band is hosting a Trivia Night in the CHS Cafetorium at 7 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm). 8 person teams at $80 per team. We will be selling soda and hot dogs, as well as having FREE popcorn! You can also bring your own snacks, however there will be no alcohol allowed on campus. Call (618) 339-5739 for more information or to register your team. You may also download the registration form and bring it to the door.
On Saturday, February 25, the band is hosting a Trivia Night in the CHS Cafetorium at 7 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm). 8 person teams at $80 per team. We will be selling soda and hot dogs, as well as having FREE popcorn! You can also bring your own snacks, however there will be no alcohol allowed on campus. Call (618) 339-5739 for more information or to register your team. You may also download the registration form and bring it to the door.
| Trivia Night Registration Form |
Marching Showcase Pancake Breakfast presented by the Centralia Moose Riders
2/2/12
Thank you to everyone that came out and supported the band! We had a great turn out!
Be sure to come out to the Centralia Moose Lodge on Saturday, February 4th from 7-11am, to enjoy an all you can eat breakfast! Tickets are $6 and kids 6 and under eat free. You can buy them from any band student, or at the door. Pancakes, sausage, and biscuts and gravy will be served! Come out and support the CHS Band!
Thank you to everyone that came out and supported the band! We had a great turn out!
Be sure to come out to the Centralia Moose Lodge on Saturday, February 4th from 7-11am, to enjoy an all you can eat breakfast! Tickets are $6 and kids 6 and under eat free. You can buy them from any band student, or at the door. Pancakes, sausage, and biscuts and gravy will be served! Come out and support the CHS Band!
Welcome to the NEW website for the Centralia High School Band Department!
1/30/12
Hello,
My name is Sean Cartner, and I am the new director here at Centralia High School. I would like to welcome you to our new, updated website! We will use this site as another means of communication between myself, the parents, and the students. Important announcements, information, and forms can all be found on here. If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail me at centraliahsband@gmail.com or call 618-532-7391 ext. 1146. Thank you!
Hello,
My name is Sean Cartner, and I am the new director here at Centralia High School. I would like to welcome you to our new, updated website! We will use this site as another means of communication between myself, the parents, and the students. Important announcements, information, and forms can all be found on here. If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail me at centraliahsband@gmail.com or call 618-532-7391 ext. 1146. Thank you!
