Concord Band News
Stay up to date on the latest and greatest from the Concord Spider Band Program!
Band Activities Coming Back Online... Not Virtual
Starting the week of October 12th, Concord Bands will resume some outdoor, socially distanced activities for some of our sections. We are inviting any and all students interested in participating with Percussion (class band and marching/pep band) and Color Guard (marching band and winter guard) to attend rehearsals on Tuesday and Thursday from 4-7PM. When we receive PPE (personal protective equipment) for our winds, we will incorporate those students in both marching and concert activities. Keep an eye out in email and on remind for updates!
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Band Registration Form
If you will participate in the Concord High School / Middle School Band Program in 2020-21, please fill out this information form!
August 6, 2020 - Continued Delay to Summer Athletic Workouts
Cabarrus County Schools WILL CONTINUE TO POSTPONE the beginning of summer workouts for fall sports and bands. This decision aligns with Governor Roy Cooper's directives to extend Phase Two of the North Carolina Reopening plan. CCS will now wait on an announcement from the North Carolina High School Athletic Association regarding a specific timeline for the fall sports season before making an announcement regarding summer workouts. We certainly look forward to the day we can get our athletes and bands back on campus safely and will provide you updates as they become available.
Band Instrument Pickups Scheduled
If you are currently scheduled for band during the first semester (excluding marching band) and need an instrument, (asked to play something different or play a school owned instrument) please stop by CHS in the "horseshoe" drive at the front of the school to pick one up. The times are as follows:
Tuesday August 11th 1pm-3pm
Wednesday August 12th 10am-12pm
Thursday August 13th 5pm-7pm
If you are signing out an instrument, you must have a parent with you to sign the rental agreement. If you cannot come to one of these times, please let me know. You will not be able to participate in band this fall unless you have an instrument.
PERCUSSIONISTS: Please consider seeing if you have the ability to take a mallet instrument home with you while we are distance learning. We will find a way to deliver an instrument to your home if you have space for either a marimba, vibraphone or xylophone. We will schedule a delivery with you at the instrument checkout.
Tuesday August 11th 1pm-3pm
Wednesday August 12th 10am-12pm
Thursday August 13th 5pm-7pm
If you are signing out an instrument, you must have a parent with you to sign the rental agreement. If you cannot come to one of these times, please let me know. You will not be able to participate in band this fall unless you have an instrument.
PERCUSSIONISTS: Please consider seeing if you have the ability to take a mallet instrument home with you while we are distance learning. We will find a way to deliver an instrument to your home if you have space for either a marimba, vibraphone or xylophone. We will schedule a delivery with you at the instrument checkout.
July 16, 2020 - CCS to Delay Summer Athletic Workouts
Cabarrus County Schools will postpone summer workouts, rehearsals and camps for high school fall sports and band until at least Monday, Aug. 10th. This decision aligns with Governor Roy Cooper’s directives to extend Phase Two of the North Carolina Reopening Plan.
The decision also is related to this week’s announcement from the North Carolina High School Athletic Association that moves the official start date for fall athletics from Aug. 1st to at least Sept. 1st.
The official start date for middle school fall sports has also been moved to at least Sept. 1st.
As always, Cabarrus County Schools will continue to follow the guidance of health officials to protect the health and safety of our student athletes.
We are looking forward to getting our athletes and bands back on campus safely and will update you should these plans change.
The decision also is related to this week’s announcement from the North Carolina High School Athletic Association that moves the official start date for fall athletics from Aug. 1st to at least Sept. 1st.
The official start date for middle school fall sports has also been moved to at least Sept. 1st.
As always, Cabarrus County Schools will continue to follow the guidance of health officials to protect the health and safety of our student athletes.
We are looking forward to getting our athletes and bands back on campus safely and will update you should these plans change.
What does this mean for the CHS Marching Spiders?
As a band program, we have decided to offer the Marching Spiders as a PEP BAND with Color Guard that will perform for various functions at the school, including and not limited to football games, community events, recruiting for the MS and HS Bands etc. This means there will be no formal band camp like we have had in years past. We will start rehearsals as soon as we are able and as soon as we get further advisement. The plan is also to do stand still performances at any opportunity we have with new music that has been purchased in the event we were to come to this decision. We still wish to offer the students of Concord High School a Safe and Fun environment to play music and be part of the greater Concord High Community. The Band will always be a part of the CHS experience!
Therefore, we plan to offer Marching Band at a little to no cost activity for this season. Students will be asked to purchase their own band performance apparel and any supplies they would need for their instrument to keep costs low, but engagement high.
Therefore, we plan to offer Marching Band at a little to no cost activity for this season. Students will be asked to purchase their own band performance apparel and any supplies they would need for their instrument to keep costs low, but engagement high.
JOIN THE CONCORD SPIDER BAND!
Here is a video from a few of our members showing why YOU should be a member of the Concord Spider Band
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2019 Concord Marching Spiders - Noir |
Beginning Band for 2020-2021 School Year
If you plan on joining the Concord High Band next fall, please visit our Beginning Band Page for more info on how to join!
Winter Guard Scores BIG at CWEA Premier North
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On Saturday February 1st, The CHS Winter Guard attended their first indoor winter ensemble competition of the season at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill, South Carolina. This competition featured groups that with large ranges in experience and performance ability from middle school all the way up to 21 years old. Their amazing performance earned them a score of 77.98 which was the highest score of all competing groups of the day. With that score also came a promotion in class from Scholastic Regional A to AAA. It’s been at least four years since CHS has been represented in the upper classes and they are continuing to push the limits of their performance to go even higher. Congratulations to performers Danielle Armstrong, Ashlyn Cooper, Serenity Eddleman, Caitlan Grindstaff, Holly Hickman, Emma Holt, Hillary Luc, Gabrielle Nofal, Noah Rice and Tehya Wagner, and Coaches Bo Jones and Brooke Pirraglia.
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Pep Band Premiers at Concord Win Over Kannapolis
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The CHS Band unveiled their new addition to the lineup of performing ensembles on Friday Evening 1/31 at the home basketball game versus A.L. Brown. It's been many years since CHS had a band to play at the basketball games. During the game, the band received several compliments from the fans about how great they sounded and how much it changes the atmosphere of the game to have live music played. It really brings that "College Gameday" feel to the events said one fan. "We're glad to have the opportunity to provide entertainment and raise the school spirit for both our athletes and fans!", said Band Director Ed Harper. Great job and keep up the fantastic work!
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Marching Spiders finish Competition Season with Sweep at Cary Band Day
Congratulations to the Marching Spiders on a Superior Performance at the 61st Annual Cary Band Day! They placed 1st overall in their class, winning 1st place in Music, Visual, General Effect, Color Guard and Percussion. Our Color Guard also was the highest scoring guard in the 1A, 2A and 3A classes. The Marching Spiders also placed 8th out of 25 bands that competed in the same classes. Congratulations on a great season!
Alumni Band - Friday October 18th!!!
Visit the Alumni Band page to register!
October Newsletter!
The 2019 Concord Marching Spiders Present...NOIR |
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Our theme was developed in order to explore the darker themes of life. The theme from the Black Swan explores the traditional darkness you expect from hearing a powerful symphonic work. It really sets the stage for our production. Feeling Good as performed by Michael Buble is a really great Jazz tune that explores the night life. Imagine yourself in a smokey room, throwing dice and having a good time. This tune transitions to Nights in White Satin by the Moody Blues. The night... dreams... wishing for something more. And Paint it Black... More than just the literal sense. Darkness surrounds the life of many during the late 60's, especially those affected by the Vietnam War.
The band members are really excited to play some really powerful music this year and cant wait to start camp in a few weeks!
The band members are really excited to play some really powerful music this year and cant wait to start camp in a few weeks!
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CHS Vendor Show and Yard Sale
Come out this Saturday, 5/4 between 8:00AM to 1:00PM for the CHS Yard Sale and Vendor Show! There are still plenty of spaces if you’d like to sell your wares. Outdoor spaces are $10 and indoor spaces are $15. Proceeds from the event go toward sponsoring the Concord Band Boosters. Event is rain or shine. Here is the Link to Reserve a Spot for Sales...
Marching Spiders Interest and Reveal
Meeting...
Please come by the CHS Band Room on Tuesday Evening April 2nd to find out about joining the Marching Spiders for the 2019-2020 school year! There will be food, forms and the reveal of the 2019 Field Show!
Winter Guard Finishes Strong at CWEA
Championships!!!
On Saturday, March 23rd, Concord's Winter Guard topped off their season of success with a 3rd place, bronze medal winning performance at the CWEA Championships in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
The team brought home several placements throughout the season, including 3rd place at Mooresville, 2nd place at Ardrey Kell and 1st Place at Rock Hill HS. This season has been a tremendous success, as well as the most decorated season for the guard since 2014. Please help me in CONGRATULATING our wonderful student performers and staff!
Big Band Benefit Concert!!!
Spider Band Spiritwear Available!!!!
Click HERE to start shopping for Spider Band Swag. The sale will be open from Now through 1/21/19. We will have the store open multiple times throughout the year, but please go ahead and get your orders in NOW!
Marching Band Competition Itineraries are Ready!
Click HERE to take you to the Marching Spiders Page...
Tailgater's Dream Raffle is Back!
The Concord Marching Spiders were able to raise $4,000.00 last year with the profits from this raffle! Let's see if we can top that this year! Help us by purchasing a ticket for $10!!! Sales will continue until the Battle of the Bell on November 2nd and the drawing will be done during Halftime! Get your tickets from any band member or at our table at all home games!
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Spider Alumni Band!!! Friday October 19th vs Central Cabarrus
Click HERE to signup!!!
Interested in Performing with the Marching Spiders?!?!?!?
Click HERE for more information and for all forms!
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On Wednesday, March 21st 2018, the Concord Symphonic Band performed at the annual Concert Band Music Performance Adjudication, held this year at North Lincoln High School. The band received many compliments on their performance and Mr. Harper couldn't be happier! This is their 5th straight an second under director, Ed Harper. This year's Superior Rating was earned in Grade IV, which is a step up in difficulty from previous years. Congratulations Band!
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