Meeting May 13 2020 3pm Welcome We are very excited that you have shown interest in the Heights HS Band We hope to be able to answer any questions you may have and give some insight into all the programs that make up the Band Program ID: 1017367
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1. Heights HS BandInterest MeetingMay 13, 20203pm
2. Welcome!We are very excited that you have shown interest in the Heights HS Band. We hope to be able to answer any questions you may have and give some insight into all the programs that make up the Band Program.Let's get started with an Introduction of our Directors
3. Director of BandsAntwuan WaltersAssoc DirectorStephen BeckerPercussion DirectorMalcolm WhotonColor Guard DirectorMatthew Caballero
4. Facts!The Heights HS Band program is known as one of the best Band programs in HISD and the state of Texas. We have Marching Band, 3 concert band ensembles (wind ensemble, symphonic band and concert band) Percussion Ensemble, 2 Jazz Bands (Jazz1, Jazz 2). Colorguard/WinterGuard program.In addition the music departments offers choir, piano and mariachiThe unique thing about the Heights HS band program is that you don’t need prior experience to join!We will teach you everything you need to know!Our Directors will speak on these programs a little more, if you have any questions please use the chat box so we can answer them.
5. Here at Heights High School, we strive to create the “Complete Percussionist” by instilling the concepts of Discipline, Focus, and Respect through the medium of Music.The HPD gives percussion students multiple opportunities to perform year-round with the Marching Band, Concert Bands, Jazz Bands, Drumline, and Percussion Ensemble for both competitions and fundraising.Percussion Ensembles are generally separated by playing ability while Concert Band placements are based on spring band auditions.The Marching Percussion audition process has already started, but it is not too late to start. Please reach out to Mr. Whorton for audition Information.Please reach out to our Percussion Director, Mr. Whorton, via email for more information, questions, comments, or concerns malcolm.whorton@houstonisd.orgHeights High School Percussion Department (HPD)
6. Jazz BandJazz Band is a co-curricular class and is designed to develop the techniques in all jazz styles and ensemble playing. Over the course of this class, students will develop technical facilities, intonation, articulation, tone, balance, blend and musical interpretation through the performance of a variety of Jazz literature.This class is a full year course and intended for the student who has extensive playing experience and interested in learning the fundamentals of jazz music.The involvement of musicians in all types of public performance is required, for it is an outgrowth, demonstrating the working knowledge of the musical concepts acquired in this class. Space will be limited to the standard jazz ensemble instrumentation, and players will be required to participate in the regular band program (marching and concert bands)
7. Heights Visual Ensemble(Colorguard)make new friends earn pe & fine arts creditlearn letterman jacket learn/develop dance skillstravel opportunities scholarship opportunities be a part of successful guard program in the district team potlucksmake fun tik tok videosperform at contests and football gamesbe a part of community events The Heights Visual Ensemble is a competitive program and competes in WGI and local circuits.
8. Concert BandsThe Heights has 3 concert bands which students audition for at the end of marching season and compete in U.I.L events within the region. Students also compete in various competitions like All Region, All City, Solo & EnsembleThe Wind Ensemble is the top performing group directed by Mr. WaltersThe Symphonic Band is the second group directed by Mr. WhortonThe Concert Band is the third group directed by Mr. Becker
9. And now the Big One!Marching Band!
10. Marching Bulldog BandThe Most Visible Program at any school is the Marching Band and it's no different here at Heights. Our band consists of about 160 members. We travel to every football games and compete in various competitions throughout the season.We utilize summer band as a means to introduce marching fundamentalsThe rehearsal times for during the school days are:Mondays- Percussion and Colorguard 4:15pm-5:30pmTuesdays- Wind players only 4:15pm-5:30pmWed-Thur- Full band 4:15pm-5:30pmFriday- Football games Check out our social media for a Preview of our 2020 Marching show
11. How to connectWe Have a tentavive date for July Marching Band Camp which will be July 13th- July 17th at Heights HS from 8am-12pm & 1pm-4pm. Due to Convid-19 this may change we will keeep everyone updated.Full band camp will start on August 3rdNo Expereince is needed!!!Follow us on twitter @heightshsband @heightsvisual @heightspd @AntwuanWalters @MrSteveHHS Via Remind if you’re a parent add @heighthsbp, if you’re an incoming student add @heightban2Like us on facebook Heights High School BandVisit our website at www. Heightshsband.comEmail: antwuan.walters@houstonisd.org sbecker@houstonisd.orgmalcolm.whorton@houstonisd.org matthew.caballero@houston.org