Upcoming Events
Maui Tour Payment Due - Friday, February 8
The final installment for the Maui Tour is due to Seawind on February 8. An invoice for your final balance will be emailed to you from Seawind. Please refer to the tour website to make a payment. DO NOT send payment to school.
The final installment for the Maui Tour is due to Seawind on February 8. An invoice for your final balance will be emailed to you from Seawind. Please refer to the tour website to make a payment. DO NOT send payment to school.
Advanced Band Camp - Friday-Sunday, February 8-10 at YWCA Kokokahi
We're preparing for the upcoming Maui Tour and Parade of Bands assessment! This is a MANDATORY event for all Advanced Band students going on the Maui Tour. Students who are not going on the Maui Tour are highly encouraged to attend, as this event will encompass 7 hours of rehearsal for upcoming performances and clinics with professional musicians and teachers who specialize in various instruments. Cost is $100 per student and includes lodging, all meals, as well as clinician and event expenses. Parents must drop off and pick up their children from camp (45-035 Kaneohe Bay Drive, Kaneohe, 96744). Students are required to bring their instruments, music, and camp materials. A packing list will be provided in the camp booklet given to students prior to camp. Students are NOT allowed to bring cell phones to camp. An emergency contact number will be provided in case parents need to get in touch with their child while at camp in emergency situations only. Students who are accepted into the OBDA Middle School Select Band will be able to attend their first rehearsal, as camp ends at 9:00 am and Select Band rehearsal begins at noon on Sunday.
We're preparing for the upcoming Maui Tour and Parade of Bands assessment! This is a MANDATORY event for all Advanced Band students going on the Maui Tour. Students who are not going on the Maui Tour are highly encouraged to attend, as this event will encompass 7 hours of rehearsal for upcoming performances and clinics with professional musicians and teachers who specialize in various instruments. Cost is $100 per student and includes lodging, all meals, as well as clinician and event expenses. Parents must drop off and pick up their children from camp (45-035 Kaneohe Bay Drive, Kaneohe, 96744). Students are required to bring their instruments, music, and camp materials. A packing list will be provided in the camp booklet given to students prior to camp. Students are NOT allowed to bring cell phones to camp. An emergency contact number will be provided in case parents need to get in touch with their child while at camp in emergency situations only. Students who are accepted into the OBDA Middle School Select Band will be able to attend their first rehearsal, as camp ends at 9:00 am and Select Band rehearsal begins at noon on Sunday.
OBDA Middle School Select Band Rehearsals and Concert - Sunday-Sunday, February 10-17
Students who are accepted into the Middle School Select Band are required to attend all rehearsals. They will be excused from KIS Advanced Band rehearsals on Tuesday, February 12 and Thursday, February 14, but not from Advanced Band Camp (if going on the Maui Tour). The Select Band concert is scheduled for Sunday, February 17 at McKinley High School Auditorium. Tickets for the concert may be purchased in advance at Select Band rehearsals. Check the Select Band website for more details.
Rehearsal Schedule
Sunday, February 10, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 12:00 pm–2:30 p.m.
Monday, February 11, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 12, 2029 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019 - No Rehearsal
Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Friday, February 15, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 16, 2019 at McKinley High School Auditorium, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (lunch provided after rehearsal)
Sunday, February 17, 2019 Dress rehearsal at McKinley High School, 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Students who are accepted into the Middle School Select Band are required to attend all rehearsals. They will be excused from KIS Advanced Band rehearsals on Tuesday, February 12 and Thursday, February 14, but not from Advanced Band Camp (if going on the Maui Tour). The Select Band concert is scheduled for Sunday, February 17 at McKinley High School Auditorium. Tickets for the concert may be purchased in advance at Select Band rehearsals. Check the Select Band website for more details.
Rehearsal Schedule
Sunday, February 10, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 12:00 pm–2:30 p.m.
Monday, February 11, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 12, 2029 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019 - No Rehearsal
Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Friday, February 15, 2019 at Mid-Pacific Institute Bakken Auditorium, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 16, 2019 at McKinley High School Auditorium, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (lunch provided after rehearsal)
Sunday, February 17, 2019 Dress rehearsal at McKinley High School, 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Ka Ipu 'Aina Beach Clean-up - Saturday, February 23, 8:00 am - 11:00 am at Sandy Beach
Matson has awarded the band $1,000 to do a beach clean-up at Sandy's! Gloves, trash bags, and hand sanitizer will be provided at the beach. Families are welcome to join us in helping care for the environment. A waiver (to be sent home on January 28) needs to be completed for each child participating in this event. If you need extra copies of the waiver for other children in your household who would like to participate, please contact Mrs. Liou.
Matson has awarded the band $1,000 to do a beach clean-up at Sandy's! Gloves, trash bags, and hand sanitizer will be provided at the beach. Families are welcome to join us in helping care for the environment. A waiver (to be sent home on January 28) needs to be completed for each child participating in this event. If you need extra copies of the waiver for other children in your household who would like to participate, please contact Mrs. Liou.
OBDA Solo and Ensemble Festival - Sunday, February 24, Time TBA at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa Music Department
Students who are interested in performing either a solo or a small ensemble for adjudication are participating in this event. Parents are responsible for transporting students with their instrument and music to 2411 Dole Street, Honolulu, 96822. Family and friends are welcome to watch students perform. Free admission.
Students who are interested in performing either a solo or a small ensemble for adjudication are participating in this event. Parents are responsible for transporting students with their instrument and music to 2411 Dole Street, Honolulu, 96822. Family and friends are welcome to watch students perform. Free admission.
MANDATORY Maui Tour Meeting - Tuesday, February 26, 6:00 pm at the KIS Bandroom
This meeting is mandatory for all students who are traveling to Maui with the band and their parents. Please plan on attending, as a Seawind representative will be distributing trip booklets and luggage tags. We'll be covering the final itinerary, rules, dress code, packing list, and will have a meet-and-greet with your children's chaperones.
This meeting is mandatory for all students who are traveling to Maui with the band and their parents. Please plan on attending, as a Seawind representative will be distributing trip booklets and luggage tags. We'll be covering the final itinerary, rules, dress code, packing list, and will have a meet-and-greet with your children's chaperones.
Panda Express Fundraiser - Tuesday, February 26, 10:30 am - 9:00 pm at the Kailua Panda Express
Support the KIS Band by eating at Panda Express (located next to Hamakua Safeway). Flash the flyer below to help the band earn a portion of the profit from this day.
Support the KIS Band by eating at Panda Express (located next to Hamakua Safeway). Flash the flyer below to help the band earn a portion of the profit from this day.
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Windward Mall Concert - Friday, March 1 at Windward Mall Centerstage
Come out and watch your child perform at Windward Mall! An itinerary to be posted shortly.
Uniform
Students must be completely dressed in the uniform set from the beginning of the school year. Failure to do so may result in restriction from performing.
Boys:
Girls:
Come out and watch your child perform at Windward Mall! An itinerary to be posted shortly.
Uniform
Students must be completely dressed in the uniform set from the beginning of the school year. Failure to do so may result in restriction from performing.
Boys:
- Plain, white long or short sleeved collared shirt – no t-shirts please
- Ironed black slacks
- Black socks, mid-calf length
- Solid, black covered shoes
Girls:
- Plain, white long or short sleeved collared shirt or blouse
- Ironed black slacks or solid black skirt (skirt must be mid-calf length or longer)
- Solid black shoes or black sandals
Band Booster Meeting - Monday, March 4, 6:00 pm at the KIS Bandroom
Join us for this booster meeting to discuss potential fundraisers and plan for this school year. Your involvement in your child's education is appreciated!
Join us for this booster meeting to discuss potential fundraisers and plan for this school year. Your involvement in your child's education is appreciated!
Maui Tour - Friday-Sunday, March 8-10
Students and parents going on the Maui Tour are responsible for providing their own transportation to Daniel K. Inouye (Honolulu) International Airport. Please refer to the tour website for information about the itinerary. A trip booklet including a packing list, uniform policy, emergency contact information, and rules will be distributed at the final trip meeting (date to be determined).
Students and parents going on the Maui Tour are responsible for providing their own transportation to Daniel K. Inouye (Honolulu) International Airport. Please refer to the tour website for information about the itinerary. A trip booklet including a packing list, uniform policy, emergency contact information, and rules will be distributed at the final trip meeting (date to be determined).
Ongoing Events
Advanced Band Rehearsals - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:25-3:15 pm
Rehearsals will start in the third week of school and take place after school. Two unexcused absences or tardies from rehearsal will result in dismissal from upcoming performances. If your child is unable to attend a rehearsal, please send a written note or an e-mail at least 24 hours in advance requesting an excused absence.
Rehearsals will start in the third week of school and take place after school. Two unexcused absences or tardies from rehearsal will result in dismissal from upcoming performances. If your child is unable to attend a rehearsal, please send a written note or an e-mail at least 24 hours in advance requesting an excused absence.
Beginning Band Rehearsals - Mondays & Fridays, 2:25-3:00 pm
We are starting up rehearsals in November through December so the two beginning band classes can prepare to perform together in their upcoming concert. Two unexcused absences or tardies from rehearsal will result in dismissal from upcoming performances. If your child is unable to attend a rehearsal, please send a written note or an e-mail at least 24 hours in advance requesting an excused absence.
We are starting up rehearsals in November through December so the two beginning band classes can prepare to perform together in their upcoming concert. Two unexcused absences or tardies from rehearsal will result in dismissal from upcoming performances. If your child is unable to attend a rehearsal, please send a written note or an e-mail at least 24 hours in advance requesting an excused absence.
Band Wishlists
We are in need of instruments! Our last saxophone, horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba has been handed out to the students, so we're left with no spares! If you have any of the following instruments (used or new) that you'd like to donate to our band, please notify Mrs. Liou at kliou@kis.k12.hi.us.
We are in need of instruments! Our last saxophone, horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba has been handed out to the students, so we're left with no spares! If you have any of the following instruments (used or new) that you'd like to donate to our band, please notify Mrs. Liou at kliou@kis.k12.hi.us.
- flute
- oboe
- bassoon
- Bb clarinet, bass clarinet
- alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone
- Bb trumpet
- horn
- trombone
- euphonium
- tuba
- bell kits
Advanced Band at OBDA Parade of Bands Festival - April 16, 2016 and April 14, 2018
Click on the YouTube video below to view the Advanced Band's performance of "African Dreams" and "Incantations."
Click on the YouTube video below to view the Advanced Band's performance of "Tritsch-Tratsch Polka," "Ammerland," and "Foundry."
145 S. Kainalu Drive, Kailua, HI 96734 | (808) 263-1500 x.3071359 | www.kisband.org
