Winter Percussion Ensemble
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What is it?
The Pleasant Grove Winter Percussion Ensemble meets from late October to late March and learns a competitive marching, all-percussion piece (with exception to guitar and bass guitar) to compete against other schools in Northern California. Last year, the group placed in the top 3 of their division all season and took home Third Place trophy for the Advanced Division at the final competition (see our videos at www.youtube.com/pgbands). In the upcoming 2011 season, the group looks to move up again to the next division and compete at a whole new level.
What should I expect?
The instructional staff at PGHS expects you to make a full commitment to the ensemble; we do not rehearse as much as other NCBA groups and do our best to make the schedule accommodating to other activities. This means that ever minute of rehearsal counts. We meet twice per week for 3 hours each, with occasional Saturday rehearsals; and typically compete at 6 NCBA competitions. Music is a very personal thing and you should expect to experience growth as both a musician and an individual.
Why should I join?
Being a part of the winterline means you are part of a family, part of a new tradition at Pleasant Grove. Thanks to the efforts of the students over the last two years, the PGHS Winterline has developed an expectation in the NCBA for quality performances. You will learn new skills, meet new people, develop lifelong friendships and memories, and experience music in a whole new way. Being a part of the group has also brought students unique opportunities. For instance, this past season, the group was asked to play on Good Day Sacramento using only sandpaper.
What do I need to do to join?
We welcome everyone from every background. All we require is that you are a current student of Pleasant Grove High School, can maintain your academics, and will dedicate yourself to the ensemble. You may have never played any music in your life, but if you have passion to learn, we'll help you get to that next level. If you are interested in joining, please email Jake Tuttle at JT223@saclink.csus.edu. We hope to see you in the winter for a new and exciting season.
| Jan. 12 | Band Boosters General Meeting - 7 p.m. Band Room. We will be discussing upcoming events for the Spring--(e.g. Tacos and Tunes and Disneyland). All band, colorguard, and percussion parents welcome to attend. | | Jan. 14 | E-Waste and Paper Shredding fundraiser - 9-3 p.m. PGHS Parking Lot - Student Savings earning opportunity. Check our our E-Waste page. | | Jan. 18 | All Bands Winter Concert - Sheldon High School Performing Arts Center. Call time 6:00 p.m. for a 6:30 p.m. performance. This concert includes Albiani Beginning and Concert Bands, PGHS Concert Band and Jazz Band. All black dressy concert attire: black shirt or blouse, black pants, skirt, or dress, black shoes and socks. Boys wear a tie. |
| 2012 Competition Schedule | February 11 | Rodriguez High School in Fairfield | March 2 | Fairfield High School | March 9 | McClatchy High School in Sacramento | March 10 | James Logan High School in Union City | March 24 | Elk Grove High School | March 31 | Championship at Lincoln High School in Stockton |
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