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BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF NOVEMBER 24, 2025
This week's events:
Thanksgiving Break
Upcoming Events
All Southern Auditions Due to Fierro 12/2/25
December 6th SAT (MORE INFO)
5.5 Classes begin when we get back from Break
Jazz Ensemble Mondays 5:30-7pm/Wednesday 8am-9:15am
Percussion Ensemble W/TH 5-8pm
Symphony Orchestra Tuesdays 6:30-8pm
Pep Band TBD by game schedule
Winter Guard TBD
Winter Concert Series 12/12/25 (PAC) Mark your calendars!
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF NOVEMBER 10, 2025
VIDEOS AND MORE
Videos from the Orchestra Fall Concert are online now for you!
Photos from the 48th Tournament of Bands are online for you!
Videos from the Choir Fall Concert are online for you! (Just in case you were interested)
You can find all this and more here! https://www.brettalanphotography.com/Clients/MCHS
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ORCHESTRA INFO FROM LINCOLN THOMAS - ORCHESTRA VICE PRESIDENT OF SOCIALS!
Dear Orchestra Families,
I hope this message finds you well as we enter the second trimester of the school year! This month we have a few dates to mark on your calendars:
Firstly, we will be hosting an orchestra Thanksgiving bonding event this weekend, on Sunday, November 16th from 4:00-8:30pm. Sophie Powell, cello player and orchestra recruiter, has been generous enough to host. It will be potluck-style, with more details to be discussed in-class. We hope to see all students there! Sophie’s address: 13712 Via Cima Bella.
Next, as we prepare for our upcoming winter concert, we also begin our weekly Tuesday Night Rehearsals—our only opportunity to rehearse as a full symphony orchestra. Rehearsals take place every Tuesday night, unless stated otherwise, from 6:30-8:00pm in the orchestra room, and they begin December 2nd (the week we come back from Thanksgiving Break). Attendance is mandatory and a part of your student’s grade. If there happens to be any issues, please have your student discuss these conflicts directly with Mr. Fierro. We only have two rehearsals prior to our winter concert, so it is very important that everyone is there.
Additionally, music this trimester starts ramping up in difficulty, so please have your student be on the lookout for the possibility of upcoming sectionals outside of school. These sessions help to give each section significant extra practice, where we are able to work on ensemble sound, exchange fingerings, etc. Dates and times will be determined by their section leaders.
Finally, all orchestra merchandise will be available in the next few days for anyone to purchase online at MCHS Orchestra. This catalog includes multiple new designs and merchandise items that have not been previously available. We know some parents were asking about merchandise, so feel free to check this out and order at your discretion!
Below I have attached the calendar with every event coming up across the entire music foundation:
MCHS Music Foundation Calendar
Thank you for your continued support, and on behalf of the entire Orchestra Council and Music Program, we look forward to a great second trimester!
Best regards,
Lincoln Thomas
Orchestra Vice President of Socials
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THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Mondays - Percussion Rehearsal 5-8pm
Tuesday Nov 11th Veteran's Day rehearsal (Marching Band and Color Guard) 8am-12pm then truck loading — ALL STUDENTS REPORT
Wednesday Nov 12th Westview Invitational Tournament (We will be at Westview during our Wednesday Night Rehearsal, please do not show up at MC)
Friday Nov 14th Home Playoff Game
Saturday Nov 15th Rancho Buena Vista Field Tournament
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UPCOMING EVENTS
**Sectionals are still ongoing on their specific days of the week**
Wednesday Nov 19th Wednesday Night (Seniors' Final WNR) come cheer for your senior during our full run. See more info a few sections down in this email!
Thursday, November 20 3:45 to 5:45
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #4
Sign up for a time slot https://calendar.app.google/5Yi1nWduVCaSF2Xa8Friday Nov 21st Friday Evening Rehearsal before Champs 6pm-8pm then loading the truck **This rehearsal is dependent on if there is NOT a Home Playoff Game**
Saturday Nov 22nd Arcadia Parade/SCSBOA 6A Championships (ITINERARY TENTATIVE DUE TO CHAMPIONSHIPS PLACEMENTS)
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MT CARMEL MUSIC MERCH!
We all love merch and want more merch. You know that you sit there all day thinking of how you can get more Mt Carmel Music Merch! Have I got the place for you. Check this website out for some new merch! https://mcbandapparel.company.site/
Share with your friends! Post the link far and wide!
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SAT INFORMATION
Our next SAT is Saturday Dec. 6 2025
Proctor or Hall Monitor Positions, Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026#/ If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
ID Checker go here to sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-58613253-check#/nius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026%23/
Hospitality/Check In Lead position: This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on each test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins. Email Elisa Romeo at (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
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PICTURE DAYS FOR MARCHING BAND
A FOURTH DAY HAS BEEN ADDED. If you didn't get a chance to get your individual portrait session with Brett Alan you now have another chance! THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20th 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm. To sign up go here! https://calendar.app.google/5Yi1nWduVCaSF2Xa8 This is a free portrait sitting, so be sure to snag a remaining time slot.
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MARCHING BAND SENIOR NIGHT INFORMATION [NOVEMBER 19, 2025]
Hello Class of 2026 Marching Band parents!!
Wednesday, November 19, is our last Wednesday rehearsal for our amazing Senior students, and the band has a long standing tradition of honoring the Seniors at this rehearsal.
If you'd like to celebrate your student at the end of this rehearsal, please arrive by 8 pm to Sundevil Stadium. Head Band Mom Gretchen will have the individual THANK YOU SENIORS! letters (square black letters against a white background) to hand out to families to hold up while the kids perform their final run at around 8:30 pm. Please find Gretchen by the home field press box on the stadium home side to get a letter (while they last) and maybe some pom-poms.
While the band performs their last run, at 8:30, parents are lined up at the very top of the home side stadium, next to the press box, holding up the letters and any other poster boards you have made for your Senior.
After their last run, you are welcome to come down onto the track. Please stay off the field since the seniors will be sitting in the middle of the MC letters on the field, the underclassmen will form a circle around them, and they will perform their program for the Seniors as the Seniors watch. This is their time together and there are usually a lot of tears as the Seniors' final season is coming to an end. Photos can be taken from the track or from the stadium as they perform. Once they have finished, parents are welcomed to come and hug their kids, and take as many photos as you wish.
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF NOVEMBER 3, 2025
THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Mondays - Percussion Rehearsal 5-8pm
Tuesdays - Color Guard Rehearsal 3-6pm
Wednesdays - Marching Band and Color Guard 6-9:15pm
Thursday Nov. 6
MCMF Executive Board meeting 6-7:30pmSaturday, November 8
SAT TEST! Sign up to volunteer (see message block below for INFO!)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday Nov 11
Veterans Day rehearsal 8am-12pm then truck loadingWednesday, November 12
Westview Invitational TournamentFriday Nov 14
Football Home Playoff GameSaturday, November 15
Rancho Buena Vista Field TournamentThursday, November 20 3:45 to 5:45
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #4
Sign up for a time slot https://calendar.app.google/5Yi1nWduVCaSF2Xa8Saturday, November 22
Arcadia Festival of Bands Parade Band Review
SCSBOA 6A Field Show Championship
(itinerary coming soon)
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SAT INFORMATION
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8th IS THE NEXT SAT TEST!!!!!
WE NEED 2 MORE ID CHECKERS!!!!!
Proctor or Hall Monitor Positions, Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026#/ If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
ID Checker go here to sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-58613253-check#/nius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026%23/
Hospitality/Check In Lead position: This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on each test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins. Email Elisa Romeo at (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
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PICTURE DAYS FOR MARCHING BAND
A FOURTH DAY HAS BEEN ADDED. If you didn't get a chance to get your individual portrait session with Brett Alan you now have another chance! THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20th 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm. To sign up go here! https://calendar.app.google/5Yi1nWduVCaSF2Xa8 This is a free portrait sitting, so be sure to snag a remaining time slot.
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MARCHING BAND SENIOR NIGHT INFORMATION [NOVEMBER 19, 2025]
Hello Class of 2026 Marching Band parents!!
Wednesday, November 19, is our last Wednesday rehearsal for our amazing Senior students, and the band has a long standing tradition of honoring the Seniors at this rehearsal.
If you'd like to celebrate your student at the end of this rehearsal, please arrive by 8 pm to Sundevil Stadium. Head Band Mom Gretchen will have the individual THANK YOU SENIORS! letters (square black letters against a white background) to hand out to families to hold up while the kids perform their final run at around 8:30 pm. Please find Gretchen by the home field press box on the stadium home side to get a letter (while they last) and maybe some pom-poms.
While the band performs their last run, at 8:30, parents are lined up at the very top of the home side stadium, next to the press box, holding up the letters and any other poster boards you have made for your Senior.
After their last run, you are welcome to come down onto the track. Please stay off the field since the seniors will be sitting in the middle of the MC letters on the field, the underclassmen will form a circle around them, and they will perform their program for the Seniors as the Seniors watch. This is their time together and there are usually a lot of tears as the Seniors' final season is coming to an end. Photos can be taken from the track or from the stadium as they perform. Once they have finished, parents are welcomed to come and hug their kids, and take as many photos as you wish.
BULLETIN FOR OCTOBER 29, 2025
TOURNAMENT VIDEOS!
If you volunteered all day at the 48th Tournament of Bands and could not watch any of the Field Shows or Parade Performances, you're in luck! We recorded everything, and you can find links to these performances here! https://shorturl.at/LMlPX
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A MESSAGE FROM MR. FIERRO
Hello MC Music Families,
Thank you for hosting one of the best events in Southern California. It is truly an event that has so much tradition and pageantry and I received nothing but amazing feedback. Thank you!
Martin Fierro
Director of Instrumental Music
Mt. Carmel High School
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT!
Dear Volunteers and Tournament Team,
I want to express my gratitude for the dedication and hard work that allowed the MCMF to host such a wonderful event last Saturday! I also received several positive comments and it was so heartwarming to see so many students and families enjoying themselves while watching the amazing performances that all schools, our own band and color guard, as well as the USMC and SDSU treated us to. What a turnout and experience!
Thank you so much!
Elisa Romeo
Chair, 48th MCHS Tournament of Bands & MCMF President
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THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Wednesday, October 29
Trunk or Treat! (See info blurb a few sections below!)Saturday, November 1
Mira Mesa Field Tournament
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, November 8
SAT TEST! Sign up to volunteer (see message block below for INFO!)Wednesday, November 12
Westview Field TournamentSaturday, November 15
Rancho Buena Vista Field TournamentThursday, November 20 3:45 to 5:45
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #4
Sign up for a time slot https://calendar.app.google/5Yi1nWduVCaSF2Xa8Saturday, November 22
Arcadia Festival of Bands Parade Band Review
SCSBOA 6A Field Show Championship
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TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING UP!!!!
Kick-off some Halloween fun and join in the Trunk or Treat line-up in the Mt. Carmel High parking lot on Wednesday, October 29th.
Each year, Band and Guard parents are invited to decorate their cars with a Halloween theme and give out candy to the students after the Wednesday night rehearsal. This is an optional event, but the more parents participate, the more fun it is for the students AND CHECK THIS OUT! This event is not limited to Band & Guard! Orchestra can come and join in the fun!
We meet in the parking lot around 8:00 PM, decorate the cars and socialize while waiting for the evening rehearsal to end. Once the rehearsal ends, the students bring their own bags or buckets for their candy and then visit each of the participating "trunks" before heading home.
If you are interested in participating (Band, Guard, Orchestra), please plan candy for about 140 students. Generally, it is one or two pieces of candy per person. QUESTIONS? Email Head Band Mom Gretchen at bandmoms@mchsmusic.org!
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SAT INFORMATION
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8th IS THE NEXT SAT TEST!!!!!
It is not too late to sign up to help with the SAT! We need proctors, hall monitors, and ID checkers!
Proctor or Hall Monitor Positions, Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026#/ If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
ID checker Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-58613253-check#/nius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026%23/
Hospitality/Check In Lead position: This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on each test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins. Email Elisa Romeo at (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 20, 2025
OKAY PEEPS! It's CRUNCH TIME for TOURNAMENT OF BANDS! We really need your help! We need these things right NOW!
People to fill in shifts! Literally, I was told tonight we have concessions shifts with no adults, including opening the visitor side.
WE ALSO NEED FOOD DONATIONS! LIKE LOTS OF FOOD DONATIONS!
It's so easy to volunteer for working shifts and/or donating food by going here! https://www.mchsmusic.org/tournament/volunteers
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A MESSAGE FROM MR. FIERRO
Hello MC Music Families,
Great work to the Band and Color Guard on their last tournament where the Band placed 1st in 6A division, Percussion placed 1st in 6A division, Guard placed 2nd in 6A division!
We are in full swing with our students working hard to prepare our largest fundraiser of the year, our 48th Tournament of Bands. This fundraiser benefits the ENTIRE program: Orchestra, Color Guard, and Band. We are extremely grateful to the families who are working tirelessly for our tournament and ask those who have yet to volunteer please come out Saturday. This is an "ALL HANDS ON DECK" need for our program!!
This week is extremely busy with prepping for our Tournament on Saturday, but we still have other events happening this week.
Martin Fierro
Director of Instrumental Music
Mt. Carmel High School
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT!
Dear Music Foundation Families,
The 48th Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands is fast approaching and we need all families to volunteer so we can ensure a smooth and pleasant event! TO VOLUNTEER CLICK HERE! https://www.mchsmusic.org/tournament/volunteers
We need all families to support this event as it's the biggest fundraiser of the year! Feel free to share with friends and family too!
Elisa Romeo
Chair, 48th MCHS Tournament of Bands & MCMF President
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THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Wednesday, October 22 - Marching Band and Color Guard 6-9:15pm (starting on the street this week)
VOLUNTEER NEEDS:Parent help for parade this Wednesday 10/22 asking cars to
move 6-7:30pmFriday, October 24 - Football Game (Senior Night) 4:30pm CALL TIME FOR SENIORS, Everyone else's call time @5:25pm
Saturday, October 25 - Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands!!! Student Itinerary
Call time for Parade @10am
Call time for Field @6pm
ALL STUDENTS WILL STAY AFTER TOURNAMENT TO HELP WITH CLEAN UP.
Sign up to be a volunteer here! https://www.mchsmusic.org/tournament/volunteers
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, October 29
Trunk or Treat! (See info blurb a few sections above!)Saturday, November 1
Mira Mesa Field TournamentSaturday, November 8
SAT TEST! Sign up to volunteer (see message block below for INFO!)Wednesday, November 12
Westview Field TournamentSaturday, November 15
Rancho Buena Vista Field TournamentThursday, November 20 3:45 to 5:45
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #4
Sign up for a time slot https://calendar.app.google/5Yi1nWduVCaSF2Xa8Saturday, November 22
Arcadia Festival of Bands Parade Review
SCSBOA 6A Field Show Championships
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48th MT. CARMEL TOURNAMENT OF BANDS INFORMATION!
The 48th Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands is fast approaching and it will be held at MCHS on Saturday, October 25, 2025. We need all families to volunteer so we can ensure a smooth and pleasant event! TO VOLUNTEER CLICK....
https://www.mchsmusic.org/tournament/volunteers
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!
We’re looking for two amazing volunteers to serve as Concessions Leads for our Tournament of Bands! What does a Concessions Lead do?Set up and manage the concessions area
Oversee volunteers working in concessions
Ensure smooth operations throughout the day
No experience is needed—we’ll provide clear guidance and support every step of the way. We'd love to have you on board!
To volunteer for this position email tournament@mchsmusic.org
GET YOUR TICKETS!
Purchase General Admission or Reserved Seating tickets at the links below! Feel free to share these links with the world!
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TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING UP!!!!
Kick-off some Halloween fun and join in the Trunk or Treat line-up in the Mt. Carmel High parking lot on Wednesday, October 29th.
Each year, Band and Guard parents are invited to decorate their cars with a Halloween theme and give out candy to the students after the Wednesday night rehearsal. This is an optional event, but the more parents participate, the more fun it is for the students AND CHECK THIS OUT! This event is not limited to Band & Guard! Orchestra can come and join in the fun!
We meet in the parking lot around 8:00 PM, decorate the cars and socialize while waiting for the evening rehearsal to end. Once the rehearsal ends, the students bring their own bags or buckets for their candy and then visit each of the participating "trunks" before heading home.
If you are interested in participating (Band, Guard, Orchestra), please plan candy for about 140 students. Generally, it is one or two pieces of candy per person. QUESTIONS? Email Head Band Mom Gretchen at bandmoms@mchsmusic.org!
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SAT INFORMATION
It is not too late to sign up to help with the SAT!
We need proctors, hall monitors, and ID checkers.
Proctor or Hall Monitor Positions, Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026#/ If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
ID checker Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-58613253-check#/nius.com/go/10C044FAEA923ABFC1-57112146-20252026%23/
Hospitality/Check In Lead position: This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on each test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins. Email Elisa Romeo at (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
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PICTURE DAYS FOR MARCHING BAND
A FOURTH DAY HAS BEEN ADDED. If you didn't get a chance to get your individual portrait session with Brett Alan you now have another chance! THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20th 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm. To sign up go here! https://calendar.app.google/5Yi1nWduVCaSF2Xa8
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ARCADIA FESTIVAL OF BANDS PINS/PATCHES PRE-ORDER
The Arcadia Festival planners are accepting pre-orders this year for their commemorative pins and patches. We can submit our order as a group, and Band Mom Gretchen will pick up the order at Arcadia and distribute the items to anyone who placed an order. You can also just buy the pins and patches on your own at Arcadia, if you prefer. Pins and patches are both $10 each. Please submit your order request with payment (checks made out to MCMF) to the black mailbox outside of Mr Crist's office no later than October 30th so we can meet Arcadia's deadline. Requests need to note the order is for Arcadia and include Student Name, number of pins and/or patches, and total $$ paid.
BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 6, 2025
A MESSAGE FROM MR. FIERRO
Hello MC Music Families,
Happy Monday! Thank you for a great weekend for our First Field Competition! 1st place Band in 6A Division, 4th place Guard, 3rd place Percussion!
Thank you for all the families and volunteers that helped this weekend, we couldn't do this without you!
Martin Fierro
Director of Instrumental Music
Mt. Carmel High School
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A MESSAGE TO THE ORCHESTRA FAMILIES FROM LINCOLN!
Dear Orchestra Families,
I hope this message finds you well as we begin the month of October! We have several exciting events so we ask that you please read carefully and mark your calendars for the following dates:
Firstly, we would like to invite all Orchestra families to MCHS’s Choir Concert on Thursday, October 9th at 7pm, entitled “Mysteries of the Night.” Mr. Manlapid, the choir teacher, has been graciously offering his time this trimester to work with our Orchestra nearly every day. To show our appreciation for his support and to celebrate the arts, we encourage everyone to attend and support the choir. Tickets range from $10-$12. (Orchestra students get practice log credit by attending!)
Before this concert, there will also be a Trunk-or-Treat event from 5:30pm-6:45pm in the school parking lot prior to the performance. Our orchestra will be occupying a booth, and several of our own members will be performing music for the event. This portion is free for any PUSD student in costume.
Additionally, prior to our Fall concert, a dress rehearsal with the Middle Schoolers is scheduled to take place on Monday, October 13th directly from 4:00pm-5:30pm. No concert attire is required for this date, and attendance is mandatory.
Following this, our annual Fall Concert, featuring both Black Mountain and Meadowbrook Middle Schools, will be at Mt. Carmel on Tuesday, October 14th in the Performing Arts Center. Call time is 4:30pm, and doors will open at 5:45pm. Attendance for this event is required for students, with no exceptions. This year, we are carrying out a “pay what you can” ticket model for the event. In anticipation for this Spring’s Hawaii trip, we are humbly asking for any donations whatsoever to contribute to the Hawaii fund that will send our students on this trip. Absolutely any monetary donation helps and is deeply appreciated, but is not required. We deeply thank you for your support of our students.
Concert Black Attire:
Boys: Black long-sleeve button-up top, black dress pants, black long socks, black dress shoes (no branding or patterns), and an optional but recommended red tie/bow tie accent.
Girls: Black long-sleeve button-up top and black dress pants, OR long black dress with sleeves (lace or translucent sleeves ok), paired with black leggings/stockings/long socks, and an optional but recommended red accent (hair accessory, etc.)
* If you play cello, make sure to wear long pants or a full length dress or skirt.
Please note that all students should have black socks without branding and black dress shoes. Black dress shoes do not include Doc Martins, Vans, Converse, Sketchers, etc. A red accent is highly recommended!
Lastly, the 48th annual Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands is happening on Saturday, October 25th, and will be an all-day event. Students in the Orchestra program are required to work a minimum of two shifts, with additional shifts available for extra credit; parents are also required to work at least one shift. Sign-ups for these shifts will be made available soon, and you can expect an email with updates as soon as more information is made available. This tournament is our program’s primary fundraiser of the year, so everyone’s participation is essential to its success.
Thank you for your time, and please feel free to reach out with any questions. On behalf of the entire Mt. Carmel Orchestra Council, we sincerely appreciate your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events!
Best regards,
Lincoln Thomas
Orchestra Vice President of Socials
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT!
Dear Music Foundation Families,
The 48th Tournament of Bands is just around the corner, on Saturday, October 25. We will be hosting 35 bands from all over Southern California and we need your help! We are also going to have some special guest bands from the US Marine Corps and San Diego State University.
Please use the link below to donate any food items to sell at the Tournament. You can also select to donate gift cards, if you prefer.
In the coming days, we are going to provide additional information about signing up for volunteer shifts to help us run the event.
We need all families to support this event as it's the biggest fundraiser of the year! Feel free to share with friends and family too!
Many thanks,
Elisa
Elisa Romeo
Chair, 48th MCHS Tournament of Bands
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TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING UP!!!!
Kick-off some Halloween fun and join in the Trunk or Treat line-up in the Mt. Carmel High parking lot on Wednesday, October 29th.
Each year, Band and Guard parents are invited to decorate their cars with a Halloween theme and give out candy to the students after the Wednesday night rehearsal. This is an optional event, but the more parents participate, the more fun it is for the students AND CHECK THIS OUT! This event is not limited to Band & Guard! Orchestra can come and join in the fun!
We meet in the parking lot around 8:00 PM, decorate the cars and socialize while waiting for the evening rehearsal to end. Once the rehearsal ends, the students bring their own bags or buckets for their candy and then visit each of the participating "trunks" before heading home.
If you are interested in participating (Band, Guard, Orchestra), please plan candy for about 140 students. Generally, it is one or two pieces of candy per person. QUESTIONS? Email Head Band Mom Gretchen at bandmoms@mchsmusic.org!
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THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Mondays - Percussion Rehearsal 5-8pm
Tuesdays - Color Guard Rehearsal 3-6pm
Wednesdays - Marching Band and Color Guard 6-9:15pm
Thursday 10/9 - PUSD Board meeting: We are inviting the board members to our 48th Tournament! Wear Red!
Friday 10/10- Homecoming game (Pregame Performance)
All State Honor Band Auditions DUE
Saturday 10/11 - Rehearsal in the Stadium 8am-12pm
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, October 13th
Fall Concert Sound CheckTuesday, October 14th
Fall ConcertSaturday, October 18th
Poway Field Tournament — Hosted at Del Norte High SchoolMonday October 20th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #3
Sign up for a time slot https://calendly.com/brett-brettalanphotography/band-portraits
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48th MT. CARMEL TOURNAMENT OF BANDS INFORMATION!
TOURNAMENT PROGRAM SHOUT-OUTS!
Order a shout-out in our MCHS Band Tournament Program today and show your child how proud you are of their hard work in band this year! All Photos are in full color! You will need to fill out the order form, but there's also an online payment method!! ALL SHOUT-OUTS DUE BY OCTOBER 10th! CHECK OUT THE SHOUT-OUT FORM HERE! Online payment links are contained within the form as well as additional instructions on how to submit your Shout-Out!VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!
We’re looking for two amazing volunteers to serve as Concessions Leads for our Tournament of Bands! What does a Concessions Lead do?Set up and manage the concessions area
Oversee volunteers working in concessions
Ensure smooth operations throughout the day
No experience is needed—we’ll provide clear guidance and support every step of the way. We'd love to have you on board!
To volunteer for this position email tournament@mchsmusic.org
GET YOUR TICKETS!
Purchase General Admission or Reserved Seating tickets at the links below! Feel free to share these links with the world!
BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 29, 2025
UPCOMING EVENTS
Friday, October 10th
All State Honor Band Auditions DUE
Home Football Game (Homecoming schedule coming soon to calendar)Saturday, October 11th
Saturday Rehearsal 8am-12pmTuesday, October 14th
Fall Orchestra Concert — MCHS Performing Arts Center (w/ Special Guests, Black Mountain MS and Meadowbrook MSSaturday, October 18th
Poway Tournament - Hosted at Del Norte HSMonday October 20th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #3
Sign up for a time slot https://calendly.com/brett-brettalanphotography/band-portraits
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48th MT. CARMEL TOURNAMENT OF BANDS INFORMATION!
TOURNAMENT PROGRAM SHOUT-OUTS!
Order a shout-out in our MCHS Band Tournament Program today and show your child how proud you are of their hard work in band this year! All Photos are in full color! You will need to fill out the order form, but there's also an online payment method!! ALL SHOUT-OUTS DUE BY OCTOBER 10th! CHECK OUT THE SHOUT-OUT FORM HERE! Online payment links are contained within the form as well as additional instructions on how to submit your Shout-Out!
GET YOUR MT CARMEL TOURNAMENT OF BANDS MERCHANDISE!
Check it out! You can now order stunning merchandise for this year's 48th Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands! Here's the order form! Don't delay because orders need to be in by OCTOBER 1ST!!! Want to pay online? You can by using the links below. BUT, TO BE SURE, EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE PAYING ONLINE YOU STILL NEED TO TURN IN THE ORDER FORM SO YOUR MERCHANDISE CAN BE DELIVERED ACCORDINGLY. BELOW ARE THE LINKS TO PURCHASE MERCHANDISE
Hoodie: https://square.link/u/aKLBfLqv
Hoodie 2xl and 3xl: https://square.link/u/t4kxge5c
Shirt: https://square.link/u/VJwJxMFk
Shirt 2xl and 3xl: https://square.link/u/vmIPx0UO
Pin: https://square.link/u/ZjMk5mnC
Patch: https://square.link/u/SFPhYf5b
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!
We’re looking for two amazing volunteers to serve as Concessions Leads for our Tournament of Bands! What does a Concessions Lead do?Set up and manage the concessions area
Oversee volunteers working in concessions
Ensure smooth operations throughout the day
No experience is needed—we’ll provide clear guidance and support every step of the way. We'd love to have you on board!
To volunteer for this position email tournament@mchsmusic.org
GET YOUR TICKETS!
Purchase General Admission or Reserved Seating tickets at the links below! Feel free to share these links with the world!
BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 15, 2025
Mondays - Percussion Rehearsal 5-8pm
September 15-19 Parade Auditions during class period
Tuesdays - Color Guard Rehearsal 3-6pm
Wednesdays - Marching Band and Color Guard 6-9:15pm
(Middle School Night Starting at the Band Room)Friday, Sept 19 - Home Game (Middle School Night) Call time 5pm
Saturday, Sept 20 - All Marching Band and Color Guard Photo day Call time 7:30am Rehearsal 10-12pm
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday September 22 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #2 (see Picture Days section below)
Sign up for a timeslot https://calendly.com/brett-brettalanphotography/band-portraitsSaturday, September 27th
Saturday rehearsal 8am-12pm
Drumline Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser (itinerary incoming)Saturday, October 4th
Rancho Bernardo Tournament
SAT INFORMATION
It is not too late to sign up to help with the SAT.
We need proctors, hall monitors, and ID checkers.
To sign up for a paid position (Proctor or Hall Monitor), Please go here to sign up to help
at any of the SAT dates this school year. If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
To sign up for an unpaid position (ID checker), Please go here to sign up to help at any
of the SAT dates this school year. If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
SAT is looking for someone to take on the Hospitality/Check In Lead position for this school year. This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins. Email Elisa Romeo at (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 8, 2025
THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Monday September 8 - Percussion Rehearsal 5-8pm
Tuesday September 9 - Color Guard Rehearsal 3-6pm
Wednesday September 10
Marching Band and Color Guard 6-9:15pm
SAT Information Night - 6:15pm to 7:15pm
Anyone 18 yrs or older who is interested in being a part of the SAT Fundraising Program
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room
If you have already volunteered for an SAT you do not need to come
Friday, September 12 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Marching Band Individual Picture Days Session #1 (see Picture Days section below)
Saturday, Sept 13 - Poway Days Parade Call time 7:45am
UPCOMING EVENTS
September 15-19
Parade Auditions during class period
Wednesday, September 17th and 19th
Monday September 22 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Marching Band Individual Picture Day Session #2 (see Picture Days section below)
SAT INFORMATION
SAT is looking for someone to take on the Hospitality/Check In Lead position for this school year. This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
SAT Signup Genius page for 2025-2026 Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year. If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
PICTURE DAYS FOR MARCHING BAND (PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION BELOW)
Photos will be taken by Brett Alan
On Saturday, September 20th at 8:00 AM in the stadium, we’ll begin with a full band photo, followed by section photos, Senior group photos, and Leadership photos.
Individual and buddy portraits will be taken on three separate days:
Friday, September 12th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Monday, September 22nd 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Monday, October 20th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
To reserve a time for individual portraits, sign up with Brett here https://calendly.com/brett-brettalanphotography/band-portraits
STAY CONNECTED
Social Media
Band, Orchestra and Guards parents Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/439877640489743/
Instagram run by Brett for the program/foundation https://www.instagram.com/mtcarmelmusic
Student run social media
Marching Sundevils IG account (band and guards primarily)
https://www.instagram.com/mchs.marchingsundevils
MC orchestra IG
https://www.instagram.com/mchs_orchestra
Band Dad's Google Groups Email List
If you want to Band Dads Google Groups messages from Scott & Walter regarding upcoming opportunities, please reach out to banddads@mchsmusic.org. Google Groups is the main Band Dads communication stream.
BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
Tuesdays: Color Guard Rehearsal 3-6pm
Wednesdays: Marching Band and Color Guard 6-9:15pm
Thursday: MCMF Executive board meeting 6-7:30pm (only executive board)
Friday, Sept 5th: Home FOOTBALL Game!
Saturday, Sept 6th: Mattress Fundraiser ALL students report for your shift times. We will have Google sign-ups coming out soon.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Wednesday, September 10
SAT Information Night - 6:15pm to 7:15pm
Anyone 18 yrs or older who is interested in being a part of the SAT Fundraising Program
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room
If you have already volunteered for an SAT you do not need to come
Picture Days
Photos will be taken by Brett Alan
On Saturday, September 20th at 8:00 AM in the stadium, we’ll begin with a full band photo, followed by section photos, Senior group photos, and Leadership photos.
Individual and buddy portraits will be taken on three separate days:
Friday, September 12th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Monday, September 22nd 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Monday, October 20th 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
To reserve a time for individual portraits, sign up with Brett here https://calendly.com/brett-brettalanphotography/band-portraits
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SAT INFORMATION
SAT is looking for someone to take on the Hospitality/Check In Lead position for this school year. This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
SAT Signup Genius page for 2025-2026
Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year.
If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 25, 2025
THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Mondays - Percussion Rehearsal 5-8pm
Tuesday Aug 26- BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT - Please attend. Instead of having another all parent meeting I decided to use this opportunity since everyone will already be there to hold a quick meeting about our fundraiser. Frank has kindly offered to donate $$$ per person (up to $500) that shows up to our meeting right after back-to-school night (5.5 period) 7:15pm.
Taco truck on campus starting at 4:30pm
Welcome in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) 5:30pm
1st period 6:00pm - 6:10pm
2nd period 6:15pm - 6:25pm
3rd period 6:30pm - 6:40pm
4th period 6:45pm - 6:55pm
5th period 7:00pm - 7:10pm
5.5 period ALL FAMILIES report to main music room for SHORT meeting @7:15pm -7:30pm
Wednesday - Marching Band and Color Guard 6-9:15pm
Friday Aug 29- Our first Home FOOTBALL Game!
NO SATURDAY REHEARSAL -- ENJOY YOUR LABOR DAY WEEKEND!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, September 6
Mattress Sale Fundraiser!!!
ALL students report for your shift times. We will have Google sign-ups coming out soon.
Wednesday, September 10
SAT Information Night - 6:15pm to 7:15pm
Anyone 18 yrs or older who is interested in being a part of the SAT Fundraising Program
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room
If you have already volunteered for an SAT you do not need to come
SAT INFORMATION
SAT is looking for someone to take on the Hospitality/Check In Lead position for this school year. This person would purchase food and store supplies for each test, and on test day would start the coffee (at ~5:45am) and set up the other food in the SAT Office. Then they would be the lead person out front to check ID's before testing begins (checkinboss@gmail.com) if you're interested in this position!
SAT Signup Genius page for 2025-2026
Please go here to sign up to help at any of the SAT dates this school year.
If it is your first time helping, please sign up as a shadow.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 18, 2025
It's been a great start to the school year! Thank you to EVERYONE who was able to help during our Wednesday Evening and First Saturday Rehearsal! We're so grateful for our MC Band Family.
Here are some accounts you can follow if you're on social media (Please ALWAYS refer to the Google Calendar for accurate dates/times)
Band, Orchestra and Guards parents FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/439877640489743/
Instagram run by Brett for the program/foundation https://www.instagram.com/mtcarmelmusic
Student run:
Marching Sundevils IG account (band and guards primarily) https://www.instagram.com/mchs.marchingsundevils
MC orchestra IG https://www.instagram.com/mchs_orchestra
FINALLY I want to mention our "Fundraiser at Round Table Pizza Wednesday". Be sure to mention MC Band and Color Guard when you order! Please see the flyer below!
THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Mondays
Percussion Rehearsal —
All percussion students 5pm-8pm
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room and/or Sundevil Stadium
Have instruments, Binders, Water bottles, etc. (Wear red)
Tuesdays
Guard Rehearsal — All guard students, 2:24pm-6pm
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room and/or in front of PAC
Have all equipment
Wednesdays
Wednesday Night Rehearsal — students report at the field AT 6pm ("to be early is to be on time")
All band and guard students 6pm-9:15pm
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room and/or Sundevil Stadium
Have instruments, Binders, Water bottles, etc. (Wear red)
Friday, August 22
Pep Rally (WEAR RED!!!) — During 2nd period
All band and guard students will report to the band room 10 min before 1st period is over to grab music, instrument, equipment, and head immediately to gym for Pep Rally during 2nd period
Saturday, August 23
Saturday Rehearsal
All Students 8:00am to 12:00pm
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Sundevil Stadium
Have instruments, Binders, Water bottles, Sunscreen, etc. (wear red)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday, August 26
Back to School Night
At the end of Back To School Night there will be a General Meeting of the Foundation
Friday, August 29
First Football Game Performance — Casual Uniform (Red polo, black shorts, white shoes, white socks)
All band and guard students KEEP EYES on the calendar for itineraries and call times!
Saturday, September 6
Mattress Sale Fundraiser!!!
ALL students report for your shift times. We will have Google sign-ups coming out soon.
FOUNDATION BOARD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We're looking for someone to take on the Merchandise Chair position for this school year. This person would handle generic program merch, like program t-shirts, hats, etc. We haven't had an active merch program beyond our tournament in a bit, so you'd have some latitude to work within. Please reach out to Gretchen Swanson (bandmoms@mchsmusic.org) if you're interested in this position!
We are looking for the Fundraising Chair who can help Mr. Fierro lead fundraisers. If interested, please email communications@mchsmusic.org
Brett is looking for some help running video at football game halftime and tournaments. If you're interested, please reach out to him at brett@brettalanphotography.com. If you have your own small video camera that takes an SD card that will be a plus.
A MESSAGE FOR BAND DADS!
If you want to receive Band Dad messages from Scott & Walter regarding upcoming opportunities, please reach out to banddads@mchsmusic.org
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 11, 2025
Pictures from Band Camp are now online here: https://www.brettalanphotography.com/Clients/MCHS
If you missed the recent Foundation Meeting held on Wednesday, August 6th here are links to the slides and info that was presented
Parent Info Meeting #1 slides (pt1): http://bit.ly/4ozpkws
Parent Info Meeting #1 slides (pt2): http://bit.ly/45FhxWh
Hawaii Invitational Music Festival: http://bit.ly/4mvemGg
THIS WEEKS EVENTS
Wednesday, August 13
First day of school!!! Welcome back SUNDEVILS!!!
First Wednesday Night Rehearsal — students report at the field AT 6pm ("to be early is to be on time")
All band and guard students 6pm-9:15pm
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room and/or Sundevil Stadium
Have instruments, Binders, Water bottles, etc. (Wear red)
Thursday, August 14
MCMF Executive board meeting
Only MCMF Executive Board Members 6pm-7:30pm
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room
Saturday, August 16
Our First Saturday Rehearsal (This rehearsal will be shortened due to it being the first week)
All Students 8:00am to11:00 AM
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Sundevil Stadium
Have instruments, Binders, Water bottles, Sunscreen, etc. (wear red)
FOUNDATION BOARD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We're looking for someone to take on the Merchandise Chair position for this school year. This person would handle generic program merch, like program t-shirts, hats, etc. We haven't had an active merch program beyond our tournament in a bit, so you'd have some latitude to work within. Please reach out to Gretchen Swanson (bandmoms@mchsmusic.org) if you're interested in this position!
We are looking for the Fundraising Chair who can help Mr. Fierro lead fundraisers. If interested, please email communications@mchsmusic.org
A MESSAGE FOR BAND DADS!
If you want to receive Band Dad messages from Scott & Walter regarding upcoming opportunities, please reach out to banddads@mchsmusic.org
Band Camp Friday Performance & Potluck Dinner - FRIDAY, August 8, 2025
Band Camp Friday Performance & Potluck Dinner - FRIDAY, August 8, 2025
On the Friday evening of Band/Orchestra Camp week, there is traditionally a concert to highlight what the kids in the Marching Band, Color Guard, and Orchestra have been working on during the week, followed by a potluck dinner. You're probably wondering at this point "what food should I bring for the potluck?" Here is the plan:
We are asking for the following groups to bring dishes as indicated:
Brass Instruments & Orchestra - Side Dishes
Woodwinds (Flutes, Clarinets, Saxes) - Entrées
Battery & Color Guard -Desserts
Front Ensemble (the Pit) - Salads
Performances will be starting at 5:30 PM; followed by the Potluck Dinner starting around 6:30 PM
Please remember to bring:
Your favorite non-alcoholic beverage
Chairs or blankets to sit on
Please bring all food items toward the back of campus (lunch/cafeteria area) with enough time to complete setup.
If you want to pick up your student(s) prior to joining us, please have them confirm times with their section leaders.
Lastly, as we all look forward to our students performing, the band may perform pieces that are still works in progress. PLEASE DO NOT POST ANY VIDEOS FROM FRIDAY'S PERFORMANCE OR ANY OF OUR REHEARSALS ON SOCIAL MEDIA! The music and choreography are specifically composed and written for our school. It is not public domain. Additionally, during the competitive marching season, schools will always seek ways to get a head start on the competition and ways to improve their own performance.
We greatly appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 31, 2025
Friday, August 1
Leadership and NEW students meeting
Leadership meets 9am-10am in the Band Room
ALL NEW Members of Band plus Leadership 10am-12pm in Sundevil Stadium. New Members be sure to meet at Sundevil Stadium at 10:00am (Bring workout clothes/shoes/water bottle/sunscreen/hat)
***Orchestra students will have a short tour/bonding event after our leadership meeting for new members (starting @10am in the Band Room.)
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room and/or Sundevil Stadium depending on if you're Band or Orchestra (see above).
Saturday, August 2
Camp Kickoff Meeting Seminar
All Students 2:00 to 4:00 PM — Student Leadership continues 4:00 to 5:00 PM
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room
Monday-Friday, August 4-8
Band Camp Starts
8am-5pm (Performance on Friday 5:30pm)
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room, Sundevil Stadium, LunchQuad
NOTE: Mandatory for all Marching Band and Color Guard students
Tuesday-Friday, August 5-8
Orchestra Camp Starts
10:30am-3pm (Performance on Friday 5:30pm)
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room
NOTE: Highly encouraged for all Orchestra students so please try to attend. It will be highly beneficial.
Wednesday, August 6
Mandatory All Parent Meeting 6pm-7:30pm
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Band Room
NOTE: Mandatory for ALL parents
Friday, August 8
Band, Orchestra, Color Guard, Percussion Concert
5:30 pm Concert in the Covered Lunch Quad Area / Stage
6:30 pm Potluck Dinner in the Covered Lunch Quad Area
Where: Mt. Carmel High School Covered Lunch Quad Area / Stage
NOTE: A list of what certain sections bring to the potluck will be sent later
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BULLETIN FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 21, 2025
Thank you so much for the huge success of our Bertrand's Fundraiser. Our students/parents/volunteers cleaned over 500 instruments and made our program ~$2400! We hope to continue this great relationship with our local vendor and music community.
TODAY — Monday, July 21st. Mr. Crist is at the band room from 3:00 to 6:00 PM to take any additional students who need loaners for the season ahead.
Pictures from the July 4th Parade can be found here: https://www.brettalanphotography.com/Clients/MCHS
Here are the key updates and events for the week of July 21–25, 2025.
This week's events
Wednesday- Friday, July 23- 25
Percussion Camps
Times on calendar
Mt. Carmel High School
Camps are mandatory for Percussion and Guard
Wednesday- Thursday, July 23- 24/ July 30- 31
Guard Camps
Times on calendar
Mt. Carmel High School
Camps are mandatory for Percussion and Guard
Wednesday, July 23
Tournament Meeting
6pm - 7pm
Mt. Carmel High School
Recurring meeting - in person or via Zoom
Topic: Tournament of Bands meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
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Meeting ID: 757 0934 8261
UPCOMING EVENTS —
Friday, August 1
Leadership and NEW students meeting
Leadership meets 9am-12pm — ALL NEW Members of Band 10am-12pm (Bring workout clothes/shoes/water bottle/sunscreen/hat)
Mt. Carmel High School
Camps are mandatory
Saturday, August 2
Camp Kickoff Meeting Seminar
All Students 2:00 to 4:00 PM — Student Leadership continues 4:00 to 5:00 PM
Mt. Carmel High School
Monday-Friday, August 4-8
Band Camp Starts
8am-5pm (Performance on Friday 5:30pm)
Mt. Carmel High School
Mandatory for all Marching Band and Color Guard students
Tuesday-Friday, August 5-8
Orchestra Camp Starts
10:30am-3pm (Performance on Friday 5:30pm)
Mt. Carmel High School
Highly encouraged for all Orchestra students
Wednesday, August 6
Mandatory All Parent Meeting
6pm-7:30pm
Mt. Carmel High School
Mandatory for ALL parents
Volunteer Opportunities
We could use help with Camp. Reach out to Gretchen Swanson with any questions at bandmoms@mchsmusic.org
We are looking for a fundraising chair who can help Mr. Fierro lead fundraisers. If interested, please email communications@mchsmusic.org
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BULLETIN FOR JULY 14, 2025
Currently, we have most of our students registered for camp (Band/Color Guard Required, Orchestra HIGHLY encouraged) however some are still missing. We need to lock in a number for food so if you have not registered yet, please do so ASAP. Ms. Kutzner will also be accepting payment on the mornings of camp starting.
For those not aware, WE'RE GOING TO HAWAII Spring Break 2026. Please fill out the Interest Form WHETHER YOU ARE PLANNING TO ATTEND OR NOT. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to myself or Mr. Crist (Hawaii expert).
We had a huge success on our first day of cleaning instruments at our fundraiser! We did ~180 instruments! Thank you to those that came out. Let's keep it going all week!
SPEAKING OF INSTRUMENTS! Instrument check-outs for marching band members begin on Monday, July 21st. Mr. Crist be at the band room from 3:00 to 6:00 PM to take any additional students who need loaners for the season ahead.
Pictures from the July 4th Parade can be found here: https://www.brettalanphotography.com/Clients/MCHS
Here are the key updates and events for the week of July 14–18, 2025.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday- Friday, July 14-18
Bertrand's Cleaning Fundraiser
First shift starts @9am -12:30pm — Second shift starts @1pm- 4:30pm
Bertrand's Music and Repair — In San Marcos Sign up HERE
Come join us and earn some funds for our Music Foundation by cleaning Brass, Woodwind, and String instruments. No experience necessary to help. Parents/siblings may also help.
Wednesday- Friday, July 16-18/ July 23- 25
Percussion Camps Start
Times on calendar
Mt. Carmel High School
Camps are mandatory for Percussion and Guard
Wednesday- Thursday, July 16-17/ July 23- 24/ July 30- 31
Guard Camps Start
Times on calendar
Mt. Carmel High School
Camps are mandatory for Percussion and Guard
Friday, August 1
Leadership and NEW students meeting
Leadership meets 9am-12pm — ALL NEW Members of Band 10am-12pm (Bring workout clothes/shoes/water bottle/sunscreen/hat)
Mt. Carmel High School
Camps are mandatory
Saturday, August 2
Camp Kickoff Meeting Seminar
All Students 2:00 to 4:00 PM — Student Leadership continues 4:00 to 5:00 PM
Mt. Carmel High School
Monday-Friday, August 4-8
Band Camp Starts
8am-5pm (Performance on Friday 5:30pm)
Mt. Carmel High School
Mandatory for all Marching Band and Color Guard students
Tuesday-Friday, August 5-8
Orchestra Camp Starts
10:30am-3pm (Performance on Friday 5:30pm)
Mt. Carmel High School
Highly encouraged for all Orchestra students
Wednesday, August 6
Mandatory All Parent Meeting
6pm-7:30pm
Mt. Carmel High School
Mandatory for ALL parents
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We need your help with our fundraiser THIS week, we currently have NO ONE signed up for Wednesday, July 16
We could use help with Camp. Reach out to Gretchen Swanson with any questions at bandmoms@mchsmusic.org
We are looking for a grant writer, if anyone has experience with this, we would love your expertise to benefit our students. If interested, please email communications@mchsmusic.org
We are looking for a fundraising chair who can help Mr. Fierro lead these fundraisers. If interested, please email communications@mchsmusic.org
Your support helps create unforgettable experiences for our students!
SUMMER MUSIC CLEANING FUNDRAISER AT BERTRAND's MUSIC [7/14 - 7/18]
Next week we will be having our annual summer cleaning fundraiser (Monday, July 14 – Friday, July 18) at Bertrand's Music and Repair Store 1570 Cherokee St., San Marcos, CA 92078. If you have not yet signed up, please do so ASAP.
Each shift is 3.5 hours, which can count for both community service AND work experience. The first shift starts at 9am and goes to 12:30pm. The second shift starts at 1pm and ends around 4:30pm. Here's the Calendar for more additional information.
No experience needed! Anyone can help (parents, younger siblings, future Sundevils). I have had students who now work at Bertrand's because of their experience working the fundraiser.
This fundraiser is important for several reasons:
It is easy money for our program. We have potential to make a couple of thousand dollars on this fundraiser.
Our community music shop, Bertrand's, has been nothing short of miraculous to our music community. These folks go above and beyond for music education. I believe in helping our community help us.
2025 RANCHO BERNARDO SPIRIT OF THE 4th PARADE INFORMATION
4th of July Parade
What: Rancho Bernardo Spirit of The 4th Parade
When: Friday, July 4, 2025
The call time is 2:00 PM at the Rancho Bernardo Post Office parking lot located on Lomica Drive (https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJDHL3UbPAeSGSSF8)
The parade will commence at 3:30 PM and is expected to conclude around 4:30/5:00 PM
Mt Carmel is the first marching band in the parade
Students should wear the Class B uniform: red polo, black shorts, white socks, white shoes, and any instrumental needs ready to go.
Before your arrival, remember to apply sunscreen and stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
Make sure to bring your instrument.
Parents, please drop off your student and find a parking spot to support and cheer on the MC band.
2:00 PM Arrive @ Rancho Bernardo USPS (Post Office) on Lomica Drive (https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJDHL3UbPAeSGSSF8)
2:30 PM Stretches, tune, warm up
2:50 PM Hydrate
3:05 PM Assemble onto parade route - Lomica Dr.
3:15 PM Last call & final check (hydrate)
3:30 PM Parade step off
4:15 PM Regroup at USPS starting point - debrief, hydrate, load instruments
4:30 PM Dismissed & released to parent/guardians
NOTES: *** (TRANSPORTATION IS PRIVATE VEHICLES - DROP OFF & PICK UP) ***
PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME - ROAD CLOSURES WILL BE IN EFFECT FOR PARADE
Link to Mr. Crist's itinerary: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RjklNdgWsDoYvdZiIEvBreXCku8RlUu5/view?usp=sharing
Below are maps of the route.
JUNE 13, 2025 - INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC SUMMER ACTIVITIES
June 17-19
Color Guard Camp
June 23-25
Percussion Mini Camp
June 28
Marching Band and Color Guard 4th of July Rehearsal
10:00 am - 1:00 MC Parking lot
Mandatory for all students in town. We have to set the marching order for our performance on the 4th of July.
July 2-3
Color Guard Workshop
July 4
Spirit of the 4th of July Parade performance
The band will perform in the 4th of July Parade. Call time will be around 2PM. The parade starts at 3:30PM. They should end by 5PM. Please email music assistant Bcrist@powayusd.com if you have any questions.
AUGUST 1
NEW MEMBERS/LEADERSHIP
AUGUST 2
ALL STUDENTS CAMP SEMINAR
AUGUST 4-8
BAND CAMP
AUGUST 5-8
ORCHESTRA CAMP
Volunteer Opportunities
We need your help for our Bertrand's Cleaning Fundraiser — July 14-18
Monday-Friday TWO Shifts 9am-12:30pm / 1pm-4:30pm
Bertrand's Music and Repair 1570 Cherokee St. San Marcos, CA 92078
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Email music assistant Bcrist@powayusd.com if you have any questions.
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