Band parents, in addition to email communications, we encourage you to regularly check Newsflash for upcoming events and important band updates.

We have several events that are coming up and scheduled in for later in the year. See key dates below and add them into your calendar.

2021 Calendar Dates:

Music Camp – Register by Monday 28^th June

Dear Music Parents and Carers,

We are excited to announce that the 2021 Music Camp will be going ahead on Saturday 28^th and Sunday 29^th August for all BAND and STRING members, Year 4 and above.

This year the camp will be held at The Collaroy Centre, 22 Homestead Ave, Collaroy NSW 2097, Ph. 9982 9800.

The camp is a wonderful opportunity for the children to consolidate their musical skills and also rehearse for the end of year concert.

You will have recently received an email from the music camp coordinator via the artarmonmusiccamp@gmail.com address. Please take a moment to review the notice emailed to you which covers off important information about the upcoming music camp.

ACTION REQUIRED – Music Camp Registration and Payment

You need to register your child for the Music Camp using the TryBooking website. There are no paper forms and payment is by credit card or debit card only.

Your child must be registered by no later than Monday the 28^th of June, as we must notify final numbers to the venue at that time.

To register go to: https://www.trybooking.com/BSAQK. 

The cost for the 2021 Music Camp is $220 per student.

We are also looking for parent volunteers to help support the coordination of the weekend. If you are able to assist, please note your preference when registering your child via the trybooking platform.

The band students are very excited that the music camp can go ahead this year and we would like to thank our wonderful music teachers, conveners and parent volunteers in advance for the contribution you all make to enriching our children's lives.

Parents we need your help!

We still need a volunteer Festivals Coordinator.

This role will assist with communications and the organisation of permission notes for the upcoming Ryde Eisteddfod at the beginning of August. The Festivals Coordinator will also liaise with Mr Walmsley, the Band Convenor and School as required.

This role can be primarily performed from home with a PC/laptop and internet connection.

If you are interested in helping and/or would like more information, email band@artarmonpandc.org.au

Hire Instrument Repair & Maintenance

If you think your hired instrument needs repairing in any way, the first step is to see your tutor to check over the instrument. In some instances, the instrument may only require a minor adjustment which the tutor can fix for you. After inspecting the instrument, if your tutor confirms that the instrument needs to be repaired, they will provide further instructions for how to arrange an instrument repair and/or replacement.

For other general enquiries regarding instrument hire please contact our Instrument Coordinators by emailing apsbandinstruments@gmail.com

Tutorials:

If you have a question regarding your child’s tutorial, please email or speak to your Tutor in the first instance. Alternatively, email Jane/Rebecca at tutorband@artarmonpandc.org.au

Important note – All Students participating in the Band program are required to take lessons (at school or externally) in their band instrument. If you were going to arrange an external music tutor but now need in-school tuition, please email Jane/Rebecca, our Tutor Coordinators.

Invoices Overdue – Payment Reminder

Confirming Semester 1 invoices have been issued. Please check your email for invoice details. The payment of invoices is now overdue.  Prompt payment is appreciated.

If you intend to use a Creative Kids voucher towards the payment of band fees, please ensure you pay $100 less than the total of your Semester 1 invoice.

If you have questions related to an invoice or payment, email treasurerband@artarmonpandc.org.au

Band & Orchestra Rehearsal Times:

• Training Band: Fridays 8am to 8.50am
• Junior Concert Band: Mondays 12.50pm to 1.40pm & Thursdays 8am to 8.50am
• Concert Band: Mondays 8am to 8.50am & Thursdays 12.50pm to 1.40pm
• Senior Concert Band: Tuesdays 8am to 8.50am & Thursdays 2pm to 2.55pm
• Orchestra: Wednesdays from 8am to 8.50am
• Jazz Band: Thursdays from 3pm to 4pm

If your child is sick and/or unable to attend a rehearsal, please notify your Band Coordinator.

All band & orchestra rehearsals are held in the music room. For rehearsals before school, students should arrive at school promptly at 7.50am so that band rehearsals can start by 8am.

Band Committee 2021

A big thank you to all these parents who have volunteered to help with band this year. Your assistance is greatly appreciated!

We still need to fill the following volunteer roles to assist with the running of Band in 2021/2022:

• Festivals Coordinator (Band) 2021
• Band Secretary 2021
• Band Convenor 2022 (Co-convenor 2021)

By volunteering you will be making a valuable contribution to the APS Community and the running of the Band program. Your child(ren) will love to see you get involved and it’s a great way to connect with the local school community!

If you are interested in getting involved in the music program as a parent volunteer, email band@artarmonpandc.org.au

THANK YOU!