There will be a bake sale at our first concert of the year.  We're hoping you'll bring a baked goods or a savory treat to be sold as a fundraiser for the band.  If you can help sell items before, after or during the concert please click the button below!

There is a lab fee of $60.00 to cover the cost of music, school busses, instrument repair and coaches.  Payment can be made through "School Pay" or by check. Checks should be made to Roosevelt High School with "Band" and your student's name in the memo line.  Checks may be returned to the mailbox in the band room.
​

Band meeting on Tuesday, September 26th at 7:30pm in the RHS Commons.
Agenda includes: band finances, near-term events, field trips, chaperone needs and more.
​Have questions?  We'll try and answer them!

Marchers:  Meet by the band room after school to get your uniform.  Do not forget your black socks!
Buses will depart for Memorial Stadium from 15th Ave. N.E. at approximately 4:15 p.m. and return at approx. 8:00 p.m.

​Parents: We need help with uniforms.  Please email Kathy if you can help with uniform distribution and/or collection.  For distribution help, please meet by the uniform room at 3:20.

​Thank you!

Practices will be after school on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.  
Mondays: 3:40 - 5:30
Wednesdays: 2:25 - 4:30
​Thursdays: After marching band practice until 5:30

​Thank you to everyone who auditioned for the 2017-2018 Marching Band.  Placements are as follows:
SNARE: Jackson*, Henry, Emma, Aidan, Addie, and Faye
TENOR: Jack, Taylor, Benny, and Solomon (Henry*)
BASS: Petyr, Jackson*, Eilidh, Finn, Nikolas, Ethan, and Christian
CYMBALS: Jacob*, Sawyer, Celine, Wilson, and Zeke

*denotes section leader

September 12-October 28 - Begin after school marching practice. Every Tuesday and Thursday 3:45-4:30pm.
Additionally, Field Practice on 10/13 (prior to Homecoming) 2:00-3:00

FRIDAY, September 29- Rainier Beach @ RHS HOME game, 5:00pm* (Memorial Stadium)
FRIDAY, October 13 – Garfield@ RHS HOMECOMING game, 5:00pm* (Memorial Stadium)
FRIDAY, October 20 –Eastside Catholic@ RHS HOME game, 7:45pm* (Memorial Stadium)
Post-Season Dates to be announced.
​
*Students will meet in the Band Room and get into uniforms 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to game time. Buses will depart RHS 45 minutes prior to game time. Parents should expect buses to return to the school approximately 3 hours after game time. All students must be in full uniform for all games.
GO RIDERS !!!......................................................................... Brown   

2017 Roosevelt High School Fall Marching Band Camp
U.W. Pack Forest Conference Center in Eatonville, WA
Friday, September 8th – Sunday, September 10th
 
 Friday, September 8th
Arrive at RHS by 5:00 p.m. 
Leave from RHS (15th Ave. N.E.) at 6:00 p.m. and travel to Pack Forest
 Students should eat dinner prior to getting on the bus
 Upon Arrival at camp room assignments will be distributed and camp rules discussed
 Snacks are provided Friday Night

Saturday, September 9th
Breakfast
Music Rehearsal
 Lunch
 Marching and Field Work Practice
 Dinner
 Music/Marching Rehearsal

Sunday, September 10th
 Breakfast and quick pack up/tidy up
 Music/Marching Rehearsal
 Return to RHS (15th Ave. N.E.) at 12:30 p.m.
 
What to Pack:

• Instrument
• Refillable water bottle, insect repellent, sun screen and any medication
• Clothing for two days including rain gear (we will march regardless of weather)
• Personal toiletries including soap, shampoo and deodorant
• Comfortable shoes and clothing for marching – we march rain, shine, or ash

 
What Not to Bring:

• Bedding and Towel
• Anything that would break the Code of Conduct that you signed

 
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact: Sarah Fulton sarahcfulton@mac.com or 206.399.9292, Patti Colescott colescot@u.washington.edu or 206.661.0176, Lori Mina rhsbandboostertreasurer@gmail.com or 206.650.3846.

The Boosters will provide hamburgers, buns, condiments, plates, forks and napkins and share some information about our program.
​
 By last name, please bring enough for 8+ people:
 A-I Side/Salad/Chips
J-R Drinks - (Individual serving sizes. No cups provided)
S-Z Dessert
​
Bring your forms for Fall Band Camp – All are available on the website under the “members” tab.

Drumline auditions will be held the week of September 11th. 
Stay tuned for information on specific audition times. Any Roosevelt High School student can audition! Audition materials for all drumline instruments (cymbals, snare drum, tenor drum, bass drum) can be found on the website or by clicking on the button below.
CLICK HERE FOR DRUMLINE MUSIC
If you are planning to audition for drumline, you are strongly encouraged to attend both the Fall Family Potluck on August 31st and Fall Band Camp, which runs from September 8-10th. You’ll have a chance to meet and start working with current drumline members.
Please send any drumline questions to Henry Mohr, hcm@sprylo.com. 

July, 2017

Welcome to the Roosevelt Rough Rider Band!

The Roosevelt Band Program - The music program at Roosevelt High School is one of the most diverse and challenging in Washington State. Our ensembles consistently demonstrate musical excellence and enthusiasm. The program is designed to meet the musical and social needs of many different levels of student musicians. There is a very special sense of “family” in Roosevelt Music.
Most incoming freshman are enrolled in Concert Band which meets daily throughout the year. Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble also meet daily, and offer more advanced-level ensemble work with an emphasis on demanding band literature in a variety of styles. All three groups perform at concerts and festivals at school, and at outside venues. Students in any one of these groups are encouraged to be part of the Marching Band.

The Roosevelt Rough Rider Marching Band - The spirit of Roosevelt High School is the Rough Rider Marching Band. “Music, Marching and Madness!” is our motto. Marching Band is open to all Band musicians, regardless of grade level. This is a great way to get involved and get to know other musicians of all grade levels at Roosevelt. Attendance at PARADE and GAME events counts as COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS, so step up, join our ranks and become part of the world-class music community at Roosevelt High School!

The Rough Rider Marching Band performs field shows for selected football games, and supports the team by playing in the stands at Memorial Stadium. School buses transport students and their instruments to and from the games. Students meet at school 1 1⁄2 hours prior to game time for uniform distribution.

We practice music and teach students how to march at our annual fall overnight band camp, which takes place the first weekend after school starts, and during our twice a week practices in the fall and spring. Fall practice starts in September and ends in October, once the last home football game is over. Spring practice starts in May and ends mid-June. Dates and times of practices are determined at the beginning of the year. Regular attendance at marching practice is necessary to produce a quality show on the field. Students with scheduling conflicts need to talk to Mr. Brown in advance.

The RHS RiderBand Email List – Most Band communication is done via email and through our website. Please subscribe to our mailing list through our website, www.riderband.org. Student Drum Majors and Section Leaders may also communicate with fellow musicians through social media, the white board in the band room, and word of mouth.


Uniform Fittings - All students enrolled in Band must have a marching band uniform fitted in the fall. Even those who are not participating in the football field shows may play with the Band in the stands. Uniforms are required for parades as well. Veterans, we need to verify that your uniform, shoes, and shako inclusive, still fit. The RHS Marching Band Uniform Form is on the website under the "Members" and "Forms" tab.  Uniform fittings will take place on Wednesday, 9/6 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m and again after school on Thursday, 9/7. 


Event Schedule – A full schedule will be available on the website as dates are confirmed.


Fall Family Potluck Picnic - August 31st, Ravenna Park
The first booster event is the annual Fall Family Potluck Picnic on Thursday, August, 31st from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Ravenna Park. This is a great opportunity to meet Mr. Brown and fellow musicians and their families.  The Boosters will provide hamburgers, buns, condiments, plates, forks and napkins.  We're asking you to bring something to share with 8+ people.  
If your last name starts with A-I please bring a side dish, salad or chips.  
If your last name starts with J-R please bring drinks in individual servings as cups will not be provided.  
If your last name starts with S-Z please bring a dessert to share.  

Fall Band Camp - September 8th –10th, Eatonville, WA
The Band is returning to beautiful Pack Forest Convention Center, leaving by school bus, from RHS at 6:00 p.m. on Friday Sept. 8th and returning Sunday Sept. 10th around noon. This two- day camp, under the leadership of Scott Brown, includes music rehearsals, marching practice and a chance to meet new and returning band members. Transportation, lodging, and meals are included in the fee. Please fill out the forms and permission slip, which are available in the "Members Tab" under "Forms." Financial aid is available upon request. (Check the website for aid requests).  Forms can be mailed to our P.O. Box today.  Parent chaperones are needed to meet Seattle Public School guidelines. Ask us about required forms for parent chaperones. Email rhs@riderband.org for more information.


Other Roosevelt Marching/Concert Bands Highlights:
• Half-time field show performances at home football games; performances at school and pep
assemblies; Pep Band performances at home varsity basketball games and tournaments • Seattle’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
• Quarterly concerts at Roosevelt: Pumpkin Seed, Hollyberry, April Foolz, End Of Year
• Central Washington University Concert Band Festival; Univ. of Washington Wind Ensemble Festival
• Portland Rose Festival Parade, Portland, Oregon
• Hyak International Parade in New Westminster, B.C., Canada and Spring Band Camp at Camp Casey on Whidbey Island
• Roosevelt Neighborhood Parade and barbecue with performance at Bartell Drugs in Roosevelt Square


The Roosevelt Band Boosters - The Roosevelt Band Boosters is a non-profit organization that provides financial and organizational assistance to the Roosevelt Band programs. Once your student joins the Band, you become a member of the Band Boosters. Our goal is for every student to have the opportunity to fully participate in our program, regardless of financial need.


There are many opportunities to volunteer, both large and small. Board meetings are held monthly, and general meetings are held quarterly at Roosevelt. All Band Boosters, friends, and family are encouraged to attend football and basketball games, and concerts. Our musicians appreciate a large and supportive audience, and attending these events is a way to have fun and meet other parents. We are looking for a Treasurer-elect for the 2017-2018 school year.


Fundraising - Our biggest fundraiser is the cleanup of the Montlake parking lot and surrounding areas after home University of Washington football games. We earn $1,200.00 per game when we have 20 volunteers helping at 7:30 in the morning for about two hours. Students earn service hours and we work together to the benefit of our great community.

Please contact us with any questions, comments, concerns, and most of all, to lend a hand!  Email rhs@riderband.org or contact a Board Member directly by going to the "Contact Us" tab on the website.