Unlike the school’s other performance groups, Guard is not part of the curriculum, and therefore it is taught by a volunteer advisor. For CSMS, the Color Guard is Directed by Erin Henningson, better known to many as one of our 8th grade science teachers.

Erin is a native of Coral Springs, and received her degree from Florida State University. She has been teaching at CSMS for the last four years. She volunteers her time because she feels that Guard has an important role in helping her performers build self-confidence and self-esteem. They have a chance to develop performance skills and take part in a competitive team activity.

CSMS will be participating in up to three competitions held by the South Florida Winter Guard Association. Ms. Henningson’s goal is for her dancers to achieve an excellent or superior rating at competition. This year’s expanded troupe is made up almost entirely of 6th and 7th grade students who are new to Color Guard, but are working hard, making steady progress, and by all appearances, having an excellent time. Please join me in thanking Erin for volunteering her time and effort.
–Steve

In May of 2009, Monica graduated from the University of North Texas with a Masters in Clarinet Performance, and a Secondary Degree in Historical Musicology. While at UNT, Monica was a clarinetist performing in the Wind Symphony under the direction of Eugene Migliaro Corporon.

Ms. Steinbrech’s goal is to continue building the Orchestra program at CSMS, and to get the Chorus program off to a good start. Chorus has been absent from the curriculum for several years. She would like students in both programs to develop a better appreciation for music theory, and a more comprehensive, analytical understanding of music in general. She hopes to explore several genres of music with her students over the course of the school year, in the classroom and through performance. Monica is continuing her own studies, with research into Mendelssohn’s Oratorios and chamber music for clarinet by Brahms.

Her plans for the year include participation in two concert performances for Orchestra students, and a Spring Choral performance. Students will also be encouraged to participate in Solo and Ensemble competition. Ms. Steinbrech continues to play the clarinet (very well). We wish her the best of luck in her first year at CSMS.

–Steve

At the end of the practice there was an opportunity to talk with musicians and get autographs. Pictured here are some of our music students getting a look at conductor Michael Tilson Thomas’ sheet music. Click HERE for a larger image.

You can also click HERE. to learn more about the New World Symphony
–Steve

The Event will be held at the Carolina Club clubhouse on Rock Island Road. Seating is limited, so reserve your seats now.

Click HERE for a printable copy of the Banquet reservation form.

November
17- Drumline; 4-6pm
17- All-County 6th Band Reh.- 5:45-7:30pm; Ramblewood MS; Only selected students
18- Symphony Orchestra; 4-5pm
19- Parade Band; 4-6pm
20- Jazz Band; 8-9am
21- Wind Ensemble; 8-9am
24- Drumline; 4-6pm
25- Parade Band; 4-6pm
26- Jazz Band; 8-9am

December
1- Drumline; 4-6pm
2- ALL-COUNTY AUDITIONS (Indian Ridge Middle)
3- Wind Ensemble; 8-9am
3- Parade Band; 4-5pm
4- Jazz Band; 8-9am
5- SOLO AND ENSEMBLE FORMS DUE
5- Wind Ensemble; 8-9am
8- Drumline; 4-6pm
8- All-County 6th Band Reh.- 5:45-7:30pm; Ramblewood MS; Only selected students
9- Elementary Winter Concert Tour- Jazz Band, drumline, string quintet (Coral Springs Elementary)
10- Wind Ensemble; 8-9am
10- Parade Band; 4-5pm
11- Elementary Winter Concert Tour- Jazz Band, drumline, string quintet (Country Hills Elementary)
11- Parent Board Meeting; 6:30 (Band Office)
12- Jazz Band; 8-9am
12- WINTER CONCERT- Stoneman Douglas; 6:00pm (Students must arrive by 5:00pm)
15- All-County 6th Band Reh.- 5:45-7:30pm; Ramblewood MS; Only selected students
16- Elementary Winter Concert Tour- Jazz Band, drumline, string quintet (Eagle Ridge Elementary)
17- Elementary Winter Concert Tour- Jazz Band, drumline, string quintet (Parkside Elementary)
17- CORAL SPRINGS PARADE; Sample Road (Details TBA)
18- Elementary Winter Concert Tour- Jazz Band, drumline, string quintet (Coral Park Elementary)

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT SOME OF THESE DATES MIGHT CHANGE AS IT GETS CLOSER. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU CHECK YOUR E-MAIL, AND CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR ANY UPDATES. IF YOU HAVE NOT GIVEN US YOUR MOST CURRENT E-MAIL YOU MUST GIVE THAT TO US AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. MANY E-MAILS HAVE ALREADY GONE OUT.

Time: 3:45 – 6:30 PM

Location: Band Room

Cookie Dough Orders will be available to pick up Thursday, November 13th after school.

All orders must be picked up at this time.

Thank you once again for participating in our fundraiser!!!

–Joanne

Time: 3:45 – 6:30 PM

Location: Band Room

Cookie Dough Orders will be available to pick up Thursday, November 13th after school.

All orders must be picked up at this time.

Thank you once again for participating in our fundraiser!!!

–Joanne

http://www.new.facebook.com/pages/CSMS-Music/34379261462

Congratulations to our CSMS Music graduates at Stoneman Douglas and Coral Glades high schools. MSD was the Grand Champion among all bands at the James I. Leonard Lancer Jamboree over the weekend, and Coral Glades was the second runner-up.

Remember the 6th Grade Concert at 6:30 PM Tuesday in the Caffeteria!

– Steve

Five short videos and over 100 photos from Wednesday’s Marching Band practice have been added to http://www.new.facebook.com/pages/CSMS-Music/34379261462.

I will add the photos to the Music Web Page as time permits.

-_Steve