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Band Dri-Fit Shirts - available for purchase now through September 27
We are selling two types of shirts this year:
1) blue dri-fit T-shirts for students to be used as part of the school uniform, informal concerts, fundraisers - available in youth S, M, L; adult XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X
Cost
Youth sizes S, M, L, XL: $10
Adult sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X: $10
Adult size 3X: $12
Adult size 4X: $14
2) black dri-fit polo shirts for parents that may be used during band activities and fundraisers - available in adult (men and women sizing) XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X.
Cost
Women sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X: $15
Men sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X: $15
Men size 3X: $17
Men size 4X: $19
- The T-shirts are the same as the dri-fit T-shirts from last year. If your child still has a shirt from last year, you do not need to buy more shirts. We also have band parent polo shirts available for purchase this year.
- Students going on the Advanced Band Tour in March 2020 will need a band dri-fit T-shirt.
- This is a one-time sale; shirts will not be available for purchase later in the year.
- Anyone can purchase a shirt to represent the band!
- Shirts are available for purchase on the band website with credit card OR send in an order form (on back of this sheet) with check and cash in an envelope.
- This is NOT the shirt that students will use for performances. Formal performance attire is listed in the band handbook.
- DO NOT come to the bandroom to pick up your shirts, although the website indicates this is what you should do. Orders will be distributed to students in October.
- Simple Tees Printing will donate $4.00 to the band for every shirt that is purchased.
We are selling two types of shirts this year:
1) blue dri-fit T-shirts for students to be used as part of the school uniform, informal concerts, fundraisers - available in youth S, M, L; adult XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X
Cost
Youth sizes S, M, L, XL: $10
Adult sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X: $10
Adult size 3X: $12
Adult size 4X: $14
2) black dri-fit polo shirts for parents that may be used during band activities and fundraisers - available in adult (men and women sizing) XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X.
Cost
Women sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X: $15
Men sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X: $15
Men size 3X: $17
Men size 4X: $19
Upcoming Events
Kalaheo High School Field Ceremony - Thursday, September 19 at the Kalaheo High School Football Field
Our Advanced Band has been asked to perform at the opening ceremony for the new Kalaheo High School football field. This is a MANDATORY event for all Advanced Band students.
Itinerary
4:45 pm Parents drop students off at Kalaheo High School Field in full uniform. Students sign in with Mrs. Liou.
5:15 pm Set up. Sound check.
5:45 pm Performance begins.
6:00 pm Performance ends. Clean and store instruments.
6:15 pm Snack (provided)
6:45 pm Dismissal. Parents must sign students out with Mrs. Liou
Uniform
Our Advanced Band has been asked to perform at the opening ceremony for the new Kalaheo High School football field. This is a MANDATORY event for all Advanced Band students.
Itinerary
4:45 pm Parents drop students off at Kalaheo High School Field in full uniform. Students sign in with Mrs. Liou.
5:15 pm Set up. Sound check.
5:45 pm Performance begins.
6:00 pm Performance ends. Clean and store instruments.
6:15 pm Snack (provided)
6:45 pm Dismissal. Parents must sign students out with Mrs. Liou
Uniform
- Royal blue band shirt or navy blue KIS school shirt
- Black pants (jeans are ok for this performance)
- Socks
- Covered shoes
Kalaheo High School Homecoming - Friday, September 20 at the Kailua High School Football Field
We will be performing with Kalaheo High School Band at their homecoming game. This is a MANDATORY event for all Advanced Band students.
Itinerary
3:30 pm Meet at the KIS Bandroom
4:00 pm Board bus and depart for Kailua High School
4:15 pm Arrive at Kailua High. Unload bus and walk to bleachers.
4:30 pm Dinner (provided by Kalaheo High School)
5:00 pm Set up instruments. Game begins.
8:15 pm Clean instruments and store in cases.
8:30 pm Board buses and depart for KIS.
8:45 pm Arrive at KIS.
9:00 pm Debriefing and dismissal. Parents must sign you out.
Uniform
We will be performing with Kalaheo High School Band at their homecoming game. This is a MANDATORY event for all Advanced Band students.
Itinerary
3:30 pm Meet at the KIS Bandroom
4:00 pm Board bus and depart for Kailua High School
4:15 pm Arrive at Kailua High. Unload bus and walk to bleachers.
4:30 pm Dinner (provided by Kalaheo High School)
5:00 pm Set up instruments. Game begins.
8:15 pm Clean instruments and store in cases.
8:30 pm Board buses and depart for KIS.
8:45 pm Arrive at KIS.
9:00 pm Debriefing and dismissal. Parents must sign you out.
Uniform
- Blue KIS band shirt or navy blue KIS school shirt
- Black pants
- Covered shoes (any color)
- Socks
Panda Express Fundraiser - Thursday, September 26, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm at the Kailua Panda Express
Order food at Panda Express and flash the flyer below for the band to earn part of the profit made that day. Valid only at the Kailua Panda Express (next to Safeway on Hamakua Drive).
Order food at Panda Express and flash the flyer below for the band to earn part of the profit made that day. Valid only at the Kailua Panda Express (next to Safeway on Hamakua Drive).
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Advanced Band Tour Meeting - Tuesday, October 1, 6:00 pm at the KIS Bandroom
This is a MANDATORY meeting for all parents who are interested in sending their Advanced Band student on the Big Island Tour in March 2020. The band trip itself is optional. Students must participate in all concert events in order to be eligible to go on the band trip. A Seawind Tours and Travel representative will be present to review the itinerary, cost, and answer questions.
Band Booster Meeting - Tuesday, October 1, 6:30 pm at the KIS Bandroom
Join us to help our parent support group plan to help enhance your child's music education.
This is a MANDATORY meeting for all parents who are interested in sending their Advanced Band student on the Big Island Tour in March 2020. The band trip itself is optional. Students must participate in all concert events in order to be eligible to go on the band trip. A Seawind Tours and Travel representative will be present to review the itinerary, cost, and answer questions.
Band Booster Meeting - Tuesday, October 1, 6:30 pm at the KIS Bandroom
Join us to help our parent support group plan to help enhance your child's music education.
Snapraise Fundraiser Meeting #1 - Wednesday, October 16, 1:30-2:15 pm at the KIS Bandroom
Snapraise Fundraiser Meeting #2 - Friday, October 18, 2:30-3:00 pm at the KIS Bandroom
Our biggest fundraiser of the year starts up in October! Both meetings are MANDATORY for all students. We will be filming the campaign video and kicking off the fundraiser online. Prizes available!
Snapraise Fundraiser Meeting #2 - Friday, October 18, 2:30-3:00 pm at the KIS Bandroom
Our biggest fundraiser of the year starts up in October! Both meetings are MANDATORY for all students. We will be filming the campaign video and kicking off the fundraiser online. Prizes available!
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.
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