Grapevine High School Mustang Band

Monday, August 31st

-All-Region Masterclasses during band classes (bring your concert instrument)

-Rehearsal in Mustang-Panther Stadium (6:30-9:30 PM) Students MUST wear a white shirt (logos on the shirt are okay) and black shorts

Tuesday, September 1st

-No rehearsal

-Reminder that students will go outside during their band classes and should dress accordingly.

-Leadership Meeting at 4:10 PM in Mr. Andre's office

-All Region Etude 2 Cut 1 Make Music assignment due by 11:59 PM

-Band Fee Payment Due

Wednesday, September 2nd

-Rehearsal (6:20-8:15 AM)

-Reminder that students will go outside during their band classes and should dress accordingly.

-All students must have flip folders with ALL stand tunes with them during class

Thursday, September 3rd

-Rehearsal (6:20-8:15 AM)

-Reminder that students will go outside during their band classes and should dress accordingly.

Friday, September 4th

-Rehearsal (7:00-8:15 AM)

-FIRST FOOTBALL GAME ITINERARY HERE

-Pep Rally in 8th Period (wear summer band uniform: new blue band shirt & black shorts)

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It's Week 1 of the 2026 Football Season!

Only 55 Band/Guard Member’s Families Have Registered to Volunteer (so far) and of that only 38 Members have registered for at least 4 shifts.

Varsity's Home Opener against Birdville is next Fri, 9/4! What better way to kickoff Labor Day weekend than volunteering in the Concession Stand at Mustang-Panther Stadium?!

• We really need volunteers for Varsity games, especially during 2nd Shift (8-10:30pm)
  
• Varsity Sign Up Genius (SUG) - GHS Band Volunteers-Concessions: 2026 GHS Varsity Football Game Concessions
  
• If you are volunteering for the 1st Shift and intend to also volunteer during 2nd shift, sign up for both shifts!

Click here for the 2026 football game concessions volunteer report

Click here for information regarding weekly marching band grades in Skyward (labeled "Rehearsal Techniques")

All students are required to have a flip folder before the first football game. Not having a flip folder will cause you to fail uniform inspection. Ask your section leader for more information!

Information needed to pass inspection found here.

Click here for information regarding the Disney Trip!

Students who are going on the trip as "land only" still need to sign up through the WeTravel portal.

Access your instruments All-Region music here. This music will be used to audition for the Region 31 High School all-region bands. It will also be used as your Spring band placement and your Fall semester exam. Students will have All-Region masterclasses on Mondays during the fall semester during their band class.

Freshman Cuts

All freshmen will audition on the 9th grade cuts when they attend Freshman Region auditions later this fall. These cuts will also serve as everyone's semester exam/band placement. 9th grade cuts found here

MakeMusic assignments are initially assigned grades using the performance data recorded through the program. The directors meet the morning after submissions are due, watch through all submissions, and discuss the assigned grades. Students are expected to submit a recording of the assigned music by the posted deadline. Any student that submits late must notify Ms. Milton & Mr. Sandre so that they can go in and rectify the Skyward grade. The MakeMusic system does not notify the directors when there is a late submission.

Students receive a grade based on their percentage of correct notes/rhythms in the tempo that the student decided to go. Higher accuracy results in a higher grade, while missed notes, incorrect rhythms, and other performance errors lower the score. Students are encouraged to use the practice and feedback features in MakeMusic before submitting their final recording so they have an opportunity to identify and correct mistakes.

The purpose of these assignments is not simply to earn a grade, but to hold students accountable for individual preparation and provide measurable feedback on their progress. MakeMusic grades are one part of the overall band grade and are intended to reinforce consistent practice and preparation outside of their weekly masterclass.

Volunteer and make money to pay for your band fees at the 40th Grapefest Festival.

Earn $12 per hour. Adults and teens can work. The shifts are easy and fun!

Please use the link below to access the sign-up page. Once you’re there, look for the spot that asks for a password and enter the group's password.

GHS Band Password: GF40

https://grapevinecvb.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=116298

The directors will begin pulling students to pass off all of Part 2 with drill step outs and choreography.

Fight song, alma mater, fillie grand entry, and star spangled banner must be passed off. These have already been entered for a grade. Students can raise this grade to a 100 upon completion.

Please complete the following form to help us know about your food preferences and any dietary restrictions and/or food allergies.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfh8RGMYD3wZyBFq8g1haRsTYTV71E3ZKx0UI29qr4Lfg8RPg/viewform

If you have specific questions on meals, please email Meals@grapevinehsband.com.

Q: How will my child get dinner the day of the game?

A: The band boosters will provide meals for every student after school in the SAC before football games

Q: Can my child go home after school before a football game?

A: No, students need to remain on campus, eat the meal provided, and change so they are on time for inspection.

Q: Can I bring my child food in the stands during football games?

A: No-students can not eat in uniform during football games, food can't be brought to them in the stands, and they can't bring food with them.

Q: What time will the football games end?

A: Typically football games last around 3 hours. A kick-off time of 7 PM means an end time around 10 PM. Overtime and style of play will determine the length of the game as well. Departure times from the stadium and estimated return times to GHS will be communicated via SportsYou.

Q: What if my child has early release during 9th period?

A: Students with early release are still provided a meal by the band boosters. If these students wish to opt out of meals they must communicate to the meals coordinator at meals@grapevinehsband.com

Plan to be booked with band photos all afternoon! More detailed information to come later!

Lessons are available for all members of the band program. Please click here and set up lessons if you have not already.

The Grapevine High School Band has over 90% of students enrolled in private lessons. It is such an important part of our student's musical development!

Start Raising Money NOW!

RaiseRight is a great way to raise money for your individual band account!

CLICK HERE FOR INFO

The GHS Band Program has switched to Presto Assistant. Students/Parents should login and double check their profile on Presto is correct. Presto is one of our primary forms of communication and it is important to have accurate information.

If you have any questions, currently are not receiving the emails from Presto, or have trouble logging in to your account, please contact Mr. Sandre (jackson.sandre@gcisd.net)

SPONSORSHIPS 2026-27

Business sponsorships provide a great source of support to our GHS Band Programs. If you own a business or know of one you think would be interested, please let them know the GHS HS BAND needs their support and provides wonderful marketing opportunities! See the flyer below for details.

Want some of these flyers to help seek out SPONSORSHIPS? Contact Laurie Ackermann GHS Mustang Band Parent & Volunteer. She is happy to deliver some flyers to you. Many businesses who have an established relationship with you will absolutely consider donating to our Band.

Questions or have a business you think Laurie should visit? Email her at:

fundraising@grapevinehsband.com

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