Weekly Cadence

Here is everything you need to know about the Franklin Central Bands program right now.

For Static Havoc and Electric Mayhem schedules, please see the Show Choir Bands section below

Sync the Calendar to your phone!

The easiest way to keep up with schedules is to sync the band calendar to your phone! Add this url https://fcbands.boosterhub.com/ical-stream to your google or outlook calendar.

*If you are experiencing issues with your calendar synching, we recommend to un-sync and re-sync your calendar every once in a while to make sure your calendar is up-to-date.

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A popular booth at our craft fair is the baked goods! If you (good friends or family) are willing to bake something yummy, please sign up here: Bake Sale link: https://bit.ly/45SlbZU

Auditions for Percussion Symphony will be held November 13, 14, 16 and 20th.

Parents mark your calendar! If your student is auditioning for FCPS please plan to attend the parent meeting Thurs. Nov. 16th at 6:00 pm. It is vital that all parents/guardians attend this meeting to be well informed on all things Percussion Symphony. The meeting will take place in room 444 also known as the spaceship room.

What: IPA Clinic Day

When: Saturday, December 2 - 11am-5pm

Where: Plainfield Middle School

Who: Open to all Junior high and high school students - winds and percussion

Cost: $20 pre-registration or $25 at the door - visit www.indianapercussion.org to purchase tickets

(Students should register individually via the link on this website.)

Clinic Tracks

Clinicians include:

*BYOS - Ralph Nader and Harvey Thompson

*Jeff Ausdemore - Composer, Clinician, Consultant https://www.ausdemore.com/

*Chelsea Levine - Seavine

*Marcus Hawkins - Percussion Designer/Director

*Dr. Lane Summerlin - Cavaliers/Rhythm X

*Tony Cook - Avon High School Percussion

*Sarah Huffman - Visual Designer/Consultant

I&E Competition

Once again, students will have the opportunity to perform a solo or ensemble piece and be evaluated by a quality adjudicator.

Categories: Snare Drum, Tenors, Keyboard, Timpani, and Percussion Ensemble.

When: December 2nd - throughout the day 11am-4pm (part of the IPA Clinic Day)

Participant Fees

$12 - Solo

$8 - per ensemble member

A $12 registration fee must accompany each individual entry. The ensemble registration fee ($8 per student) must be entered by one representative of the ensemble. For example, a five-member ensemble will be $40 submitted by the group leader or section leader. Participation fees are non-refundable.

Eligibility

Any high school or full-time undergraduate university student may enter. The participating student must be in good standing within the IPA, inc. IPA reserves the right to allow students not to perform at the Individual and Ensemble.

Registration for both Clinic Day and I&E can be found on the IPA website at www.indianapercussion.org

Practices start next week!

Students participating in our show bands, Electric Mayhem and Static Havoc can find their rehearsal & performance times are on the choir calendar, fcchoirs.org.

During the school day on Friday Nov. 10th Wind Ensemble Percussion students will be performing at PASIC (Percussive Arts Society International Convention) at the Indiana Convention Center.

The cost for this trip is built into class fees. This is a non-marching competition with schools from all over the country! PASIC is the Percussive Arts Society International Convention and takes place yearly at the Indianapolis Convention Center in early November. See below for details regarding this trip!
Performance Responsibilities

• Wind Symphony
  • We will attend the performances and assist as needed!
• Wind Ensemble
  • Participate in the competition!

PASIC Concert Chamber Competition

• Friday, November 10
• Indianapolis Convention Center
• Concert attire is all black. Students will not need to change after the competition.
• Itinerary
  • 5:50am - Report to FCHS Door 3W (approx.)
    • The truck will be loaded after school on Thursday.
  • 6:10am - Load/Depart
  • 6:40am - Arrive at Convention Center
  • 8:30am - Warm-Up
  • 9:15am - Perform
  • 9:30am - Load & Watch Other Groups
  • 12:30pm - Awards
  • 1:00pm - Visit Convention
    • Visit Show Floor (optional - bring $$$ for gear and swag!)
    • Watch Professional Clinics
    • Watch Guests Performances
    • Eat Lunch (on your own - bring $$$!)
  • 5:15pm - Load Bus
  • 5:30pm - Depart for FCHS Door 3W
  • 6:00pm - Unload/Dismiss

Spectator Information

• All attendees, performer or spectator, must have a pass or wristband for entry.
  • Visit https://pasic.org to purchase a pass and for additional event information.
• Family members interested in only attending the competition may purchase a limited one-day wristband for $25 each.
• Family members interested in attending the full convention for Friday ONLY may purchase a one-day pass for $50 each.
• Family members interested in attending the full convention may purchase a four-day pass for $100 each.
• IMPORTANT - FCHS Students traveling to the event on Friday will only have a one-day pass for Friday. If they wish to attend the convention on Wednesday, Thursday, and/or Saturday, they must purchase additional passes for other days they wish to attend.

Oboe Event at Ball State on December 3!

On Sunday, December 3, 2023, the Ball State University School of Music, Dr. Lisa Kozenko, and the BSU Oboe Studio will be presenting the 2023 Oboe Marathon from 12pm to 8 pm. You are all cordially invited to this enriching event!

Matt Sullivan, known for his significant contributions to the world of oboe, his tenure as Director of Woodwind Studies at both NYU and Princeton, and advocacy for modern oboe techniques, will give two master classes.

• Do you have orchestral excerpts or solo and ensemble music you'd like to play for Matt Sullivan?
• Interested in making an oboe reed with the BSU Oboe Studio?
• Have an ISSMA solo or upcoming audition material for which you’d like feedback?

This day promises to be a fantastic opportunity to play, learn, network with fellow oboists, and so much more!

Please click on the following link to register:

https://forms.gle/vd2BPvS8AV5NGU5F6

Ticket sales for the 15th Annual 'Sounds of the Season' are now on sale. Tickets sell quickly and all shows are expected to sell out. If attending with a group or if you desire specific seats, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to purchase tickets the first day they go on sale.

"What is 'Sounds of the Season'?"
'Sounds of the Season' is Franklin Central's holiday extravaganza! It features the Performing Arts Department's premier ensembles. Show choirs, concert choirs, concert bands, and symphonies all take part in spreading cheer at sold out performances for nearly 6,000 spectators. Each performance also features a Franklin Township elementary, intermediate, or junior high school choir as a guest artist. Come and enjoy the spectacle and wonder of the season!

"What bands perform at this show?"

• Wind Ensemble (period 4 band class)
• Electric Mayhem' and 'Static Havoc' Show Choir Back-Up Bands

Sounds of the Season Website
Click HERE!

Concert Dates & Times

• Wednesday, December 6 - 7:00pm
• Thursday, December 7 - 7:00pm
• Friday, December 8 - 7:00pm
• Saturday, December 9 - 2:30pm
• Saturday, December 9 - 7:00pm
• Sunday, December 10 - 2:30pm

Ticket Sales Information

• Pricing is $12, $15, and $18.
• Tickets have assigned seating.
• See attached sheet for how to order!
• Tickets are non-refundable, and we will not facilitate ticket returns or exchanges.
• Tickets are only valid for the concert for which they were purchased. No exceptions!

Marching Band Families,

At this time, All MB accounts should be paid in full. Final payment was due October 1. All accounts must be brought within 60 days as of December 1st to participate in a winter ensemble. Only exceptions are those that have discussed, have had approved, and are paying into a payment plan. If you are not current with your band payments, or you have questions about your account, please reach out to George Hewitt, Band Boosters Treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org.

All families that currently owe fees will be receiving an invoice. Please remember that credits will not appear on invoices and are not automatically applied to accounts; if you wish for a credit to be applied, this must be done manually (for assistance, please see video linked below).

Helpful Videos to find your account, make a payment and/or apply booster credits:

How to Navigate to your Booster Hub Account

How to Use Booster Credits

Payment Methods

1. Deposit Box
   1. White Box on wall next to band office door
   2. Cash/Check/Money Orders Accepted
   3. Checks payable to "FC Band Boosters"
   4. Include your student's name with the payment.
2. Mail
   1. Mail To: Franklin Central Band Boosters, PO Box 39029, Indianapolis, IN 46239
   2. Cash/Check/Money Orders Accepted
   3. Include your student's name with the payment.
3. Online Payment
   1. Visit "FCBands.org"
   2. Select "Store"
   3. Select Appropriate Fee or "Fees - Custom Amount"
   4. PRO TIP: We can now process automatic payments through our website! Reach out to our treasurer at treasurer@fcbands.org for more information!

For those with tickets, don't forget our Marching Band banquet is tomorrow evening!

Date: Thursday, November 9

Time: 6-9pm

Location: The Atrium

Event Details

*you must have pre purchased tickets - we will NOT sell tickets at the door!

Our next Dine & Donate will be November 14, 5pm-8pm at our local Chicago's Pizza & Red Line! Take the night off from cooking and go enjoy some delicious pizza & dessert!

We kicked off our coffee and tea fundraiser on Monday, November 6th. This fundraiser's earnings will benefit the entire band program, let's make it a good one!

PLEASE share our Facebook post so we can reach the most people possible!

https://www.facebook.com/FranklinCentralBB/posts/pfbid0iEqrZsWpm9EWQgFHPYY5sGBcrxUiA96c8dTzWQUgbgFaGN1ioAYRVpHVseWSK6zWl

Get a head start on Christmas shopping! Purchase coffee or tea today and support Franklin Central Bands.

Payment & Order Deadline (Online orders only):

• Online Orders & Online Payment Due: Midnight of November 27, 2023

Online Order Details:

• The FC Band program will earn 40% of your purchase.
• Students/parents may collect orders utilizing the paper order form, if they wish. All orders must then be entered online.
• Orders will arrive approximately 2 weeks after the deadline.

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Item Delivery:

Students will pick up orders to distribute to their supporters.

Fundraiser offered through Giving Bean.

PepWear has reached out and offered us the opportunity to work shifts at BOA Grand Nationals at Lucas Oil. Helpers are paid $15.00 an hour and the money will go directly into your student's band account.

The following shifts are available:

11/8 10:00-6 – 4 helpers needed

11/9 7:00am - 1:00 – 5 helpers needed

11/9 12:30 - 6:00 – 6 helpers needed

11/10 7:00am - 1:00 – 7 helpers needed

If you would like to work one or more of the above shifts, please email Jessica Lee at vicepresident@fcbands.org with your name, phone number and what shifts you would like.

Do you or a family member or friend own a business? Would your employer be interested in donating towards a Band Booster sponsorship?

For every sponsor you are able to secure, you will receive 10% of the donation to your student’s band account. Franklin Central Band Boosters is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. Sponsor donations are tax deductible.

Check out recent updates to our Sponsorship Program

• Updated Sponsor Landing Page on Booster Hub
• New perks and advertising added to each sponsor level.
• Student Packet to assist in reaching out to our community businesses to acquire new sponsors!
• Band Student Sponsor Resources - all the details and support needed to speak to potential sponsors

Click here if you'd like to review businesses that have already been contacted.

Questions? sponsor@fcbands.org

Please make sure you have a SafeVisitor background check on file with FTCSC. A cleared background check is required for all of our volunteers. Background Checks are good for 2 years.

To complete a background check: https://ftcsc.org/safevisitor/

The 2023 Holiday Gift Guide is now available, and it's stuffed with giftspiration for everyone on your list. Whether you buy gift cards to give as presents or use them to shop for gifts, your order immediately raises funds for the cause you care about. SHOP THE GUIDE

Find our enrollment code on FCbands.org or contact Jessica Lee at vicepresident@fcbands.org with any questions! This is an easy way to earn extra funds for your student account.

A great, EASY way to help the FC Band program is by assigning the band as your Kroger Community Rewards organization! Last quarter we earned $918.92. Thank you to our 248 contributing households!

It's easy to sign up and start earning for the band. Ask your friends, parents, cousins, aunts, uncles... everyone you know to sign up as well!

Log in to your Kroger account and search for our organization:

Organization Name: Band Boosters Club of Franklin Central H. S. Inc.

Organization Code: 10100

We're starting a new section here where you can submit your questions and we will answer them! Just remember, there's no such thing as a silly question - most likely, we have all had the same question in the past! Have a question you'd like to submit? Email us here!

Facebook Groups:

Franklin Central Band Families and Friends

Franklin Central Guard Parents

FC Percussion Symphony Families and Friends

Instagram:

FC Guard

FC Percussion Symphony

Email: Jennifer McCormick, Engagement Coordinator, at engagement@fcbands.org