I was a little apprehensive or anxious, if you will, with regards to the way the kids would perform in the weather. This usually occurs on the third Saturday in October. 2023 Performance Schedule - Pride of the Dutchmen Marching Band The first band steps off around 4:30 p.m.At the end of the event, the seniors for each of the performing bands along with the drum majors are all lined up on the field for the awards ceremony. The 2021 Golden Regiment Invitational was held Oct. 2 at Blue Springs High School. DTNwn%E2d7ACwT)=%)[vZDa6OZs2y] iPm,B-vB]#&$dwr9\0l`al+FdCWY%T t B etHsAIn With the high school split and two separate band programs, the following year will still get to both go to the parade. (78.70) Blue Springs South, MO. Adult $8.00; Senior (62+) $6.00; Student $3.00. Last year was supposed to celebrate our last year as a one high-school district, he said, but the coronavirus pandemic postponed the 2021 trip. IN Bands Sarah LeBlanc covers the western suburbsfor the Register. Volunteers are needed to help at the State Marching Band Festival & Waukee Marching Invitational. These two marching band events hosted at Waukee present the opportunity for both BPOs to potentially raise thousands of dollars to help us support instrumental music in the Waukee School District. WAUKEE, Iowa Waukee's high school marching band is finally heading to the Rose Bowl Parade on New Year's Day 2022 after the last event was canceled in 2021 due to COVID-19. %PDF-1.4 Central Iowa marching bands took the field Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, for the Iowa High School Music Association marching band festival in Waukee. But this years showcase had to weather concerns over the enduring coronavirus pandemic and a day of relentless showers. Please consider signing up to help us out so that we can get all of our set pieces on the field. (No Comments ) For additional information: Alan Greiner IHSMA alan@ihsma.org (515) 432-2013 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 10, 2023 Thad K. Driskell. Say hi if you see him out in town. Tagged: Royal Brigade. Entrance into WMI will require a separate ticket to be purchased. All-State Instrumental Members Since 2011, State Marching Band Festival and Waukee Marching Invitational. Please email Lexis Hamilton at lhamil10@uwyo.edu Contact Us Western Thunder Marching Band Department of Music 1000 E. University Ave, Department 3037 Laramie, WY 82071 Phone: (307) 766-5244 Fax: (307) 766-5326 Email: jcarver4@uwyo.edu Waukee Marching Invitational is located at the Waukee High School. The first band steps off at 8:00 a.m. and the last band is usually done around 4:00 p.m. Both Waukee Warrior Regiment and Waukee Northwest Royal Brigade are thankful for the support that families and the community have shown this past year as they prepare to showcase their talents and accomplishments this New Year. Tickets for the Waukee Marching Invitational are sold on-site and are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Reach her at 515-284-8161 or sleblanc@registermedia.com. State Marching Band Festival Ticket prices Adult $8 Seniors $6 K-12 students $3 Please note that the day State Marching Festival and the evening Waukee Marching Invitational (WMI) are two separate events. Miller watched the band for a few minutes Thursday before heading inside to sign Rose Bowl posters and chat withstudents. Controversy over popular game Minecraft regarding leaked U.S Documents. Northwest's field show is an ode to the new school, Friesleben said, and incorporates movement and Color Guard members. The first band steps off at 8 a.m. and the last band is usually done around 4 p.m. The BPO is involved in all aspects of the event from ticket sales, concessions, equipment moving, etc. State Contest/Waukee Marching Invitational Northwest Bands RELATED: Here's how schools make sure students' lunches are healthy, Something exciting is starting to happen pic.twitter.com/bunoxEawBh. "This is going to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience," he said. This allows all the groups to see each other and listen to each other since we will be so spaced out in the parade. He continues to say that he looks forward to seeing all of the wide variety of music, marching styles, and overall composition of the ensembles. 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Along with the performances and amazing opportunities, both marching bands will get the chance to explore and experience the excitement in California. He said it's "mind-blowing" that the band has been given the opportunity to perform. Waukee Stadium is the host site for the State Marching Contest for the Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA) South Central Region. x\IsGVZ0>`w[2sicG8ZW]ZZPu}o/SV)? He departed the group to cover education at the Santa Clarita Valley Signal and recently worked in Santa Monica before settling into his current position. Adult $8.00; Senior (62+) $6.00; Student $3.00. Sanctioned Intrastate Music Events | Iowa High School Music Association (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer). I hope everyone enjoys all of the hard work that the students in publications put out for Waukee High School. Any students who are able are asked to come back to Northwest after loading the trucks to help us unload. October 15. This event wouldnt be special without all of you here today.. Iowa High School Music Association - ihsma.org You must have BLACK TUBE SOCKS! This year's parade theme is "Dream, believe, achieve.". (515) 457-6871 (office), (515) 457-6833 (fax) While the parade is months away, the band is already perfecting its skills before it taking part in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Johnston Bands | Johnston IA - Facebook (Photo by Keith . Nonetheless, hundreds of the countrys best musicians werent going to let a little soaking keep them from strutting. Water forced some woodwind players and pageant props to the sidelines, joining folks like Northwest Royal Brigade Band Director Chris Strohmaier, who shivered in a soaked sweater. 18 were here. [G { >k8on) S^a7 Yes, we host both events! At the conclusion of the State Festival the stadium will need to be cleared to prepare for WMI. The next round begins promptly at 2 p.m. and will include the other university set to play in the Granddaddy of Em All. (Which Rose Bowl-bound band will perform in which session? The official website of the Northwest High School Bands from Waukee, Iowa. The Waukee Warrior Regiment will march in the Rose Parade in Pasadena, California on Jan. 1, 2022. WMI stands for Waukee Marching Invitational. State in the morning and WMI in the afternoon/evening. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer), The Downington West and East Band performs during the Tournament of Rosess Bandfest in Jackie Robinson Stadium at Pasadena City College in Pasadena on Wednesday December 29, 2021.