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Paxton-Buckley-Loda High school is looking to hire 1 Marching Band Percussion Tech and 1 Color Guard Tech for the 2019 Marching Season. Camp dates are Monday thru Friday July 22 – Aug 2. Camp runs 0800 – 1600 and is on site at the High School in Paxton, IL. We are right off I57 and from Champaign you are looking at a 30 minute commute. Normal compensation is $1,000 for the two weeks. If the candidates are willing to work other mini-camp dates, that will be negotiated. Marching Percussion Tech would be responsible for teaching fundamental technique, develop warm-us, teach the music, and pass a background check. Color Guard Tech would be responsible for teaching fundamental technique, write and teach guard-work based on the 2019 show, and pass a background check. Interested parties, please contact by email for more information. Timothy Hess Director of Bands PBL High School trumpeter@pblpanthers.org
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I also do very much like the fact that they moved U of I and ISU to separate weekends again. Allows for some of the best programs to show their stuff at two high-caliber competitions.
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O'Fallon isn't coming because of BOA St. Louis being the same weekend. I was mildly surprised when I saw that they weren't going to U of I. I personally think that Warren Township will be a bit lower than most people have them predicted. Prospect, Lockport, Hersey, Lake Park, and Morton all will most likely finish higher than them in my opinion. Then again, Gurnee is the opposite corner of the state from me (basically, anyway) and they have shown great growth over the past couple of years. And of course, as a previous poster said: "I'd love for most of this to be wrong, as changes are good for the competitiveness and education of Illinois."
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Nice, I was on the fence about Rock Island, as their shows are pretty elaborate. I didn't know much about Romeoville though, took a chance with Paris. This all changes when the season starts (I can't wait!)
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Extremely early U of I predictions
Marchingmaniac88 replied to Marchingmaniac88's topic in Contests/Scores
I think any one of the first place has the sheer “power” to win grand champion. But I’d say 5a maybe 4a (but the depends on the weather) -
Risky to put Paris and even Limestone in finals over Rock Island or Romeoville, or even Galesburg. Rock Island is decent, Romeoville is big and typically doesn’t do too bad, and Galesburg is enjoy success in their entire music program with Andy Empey.
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Normal Marching Band seeks color guard instructor/choreographer
RBudzinski posted a topic in Job Board/Classifieds
The Normal Marching Band is seeking a color guard instructor/choreographer for the summer and fall of 2019. The band performs at multiple BOA/MFA events, Illinois State University, the University of Illinois, and a number of other festivals and competitions. Competitive marching band and/or drum corps experience preferred, and the ideal candidate would be located in central Illinois and available for a consistent schedule of evening rehearsals. Contact Ryan Budzinski at budzinsr@unit5.org for additional information or to express interest. -
Mirroring my statement in the ISU prediction, this is all super early, but I'll give it a cursory go. 1A Watseka is no stranger here, but Rushville-Industry has had some great showings as well. 2A I'm leaning towards Newton for the moment, but there are several contenders. 3A Mahomet-Seymour seems likely, but East Peoria has made steady improvements. 4A Bloomington, Galesburg, and Washington might be fighting this one out. 5A Plainfield North, Batavia, and Elkgrove are who I'd go with for now, not really sure who I'd favor. 6A DGS and Normal are who I'd look to initially, but there are a couple others that could close the gap. I'd love for most of this to be wrong, as changes are good for the competitiveness and education of Illinois.
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This far out, it's really hard to make much of a guess. At the moment, I'd say... 1A Any of the participants except Olympia, but they aren't completely ruled out by any means. 2A Changes at Morton make this interesting, but I'd still go with them at the moment. 3A Even with their "down" year in 2018, it's still Marian here. 4A I'll lean towards Hersey, but Rock Island and Romeoville are certainly possibilities. 5A Tough to call between Prospect and VJA, but history favors Prospect. 6A Lincoln-Way may take this, but Lockport is right up there. Personally hoping for a Lake Park comeback. Side note: O'Fallon may not be coming, neither may Herscher?? (This is especially surprising) I'd love for most of this to be wrong, as changes are good for the competitiveness and education of Illinois.
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I'm going to assume it's because it's cheaper for whomever to do so, unless I hear otherwise.
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I'd put Batavia in at 3rd for 5A, but who do you think takes grand champ/ gets the highest score.
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I would think finals would finish in this order: Lincoln-Way Marian Catholic Warren Township Prospect Lockport John Hersey Lake Park Morton HD Jacobs Eureka Bloomington Normal Plainfield North Paris Limestone
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2019 Lemont HS Marching Band - Head Front Ensemble Instructor Position
David.Nommensen posted a topic in Job Board/Classifieds
The Lemont High School Marching Band is seeking a Head Front Ensemble Instructor for the 2019 summer and fall marching band season. An ideal candidate would have a strong background in the marching activity (including possible previous Head Front Ensemble Instruction Experience). Drum corps marching experience is also preferred but not required. Proficient concert/keyboard percussion skills necessary. This commitment includes: summer percussion sectional dates, band camps (end of May, end of June & end of July) and regular instruction at all evening and weekend rehearsals. During the fall, rehearsals are Monday/Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm to 9:30pm and Saturday rehearsals (or contests) at Lemont High School in Lemont, IL. Full calendar is available at lemontband.org To submit a resume or for more information and compensation details, contact Dave Nommensen at dnommensen@lhs210.net -
2019 Lemont HS Marching Band - Head Battery Instructor Position
David.Nommensen posted a topic in Job Board/Classifieds
The Lemont High School Marching Band is seeking a Head Battery Instructor for the 2019 summer and fall marching band season. An ideal candidate would have a strong background in the marching activity (including possible previous Head Battery Instruction Experience). Drum corps marching experience is also preferred but not required. Proficient battery and concert/keyboard percussion skills necessary. This commitment includes: summer percussion sectional dates, band camps (end of May, end of June & end of July) and regular instruction at all evening and weekend rehearsals. During the fall, rehearsals are Monday/Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm to 9:30pm and Saturday rehearsals (or contests) at Lemont High School in Lemont, IL. Full calendar is available at lemontband.org To submit a resume or for more information and compensation details, contact Dave Nommensen at dnommensen@lhs210.net -
Take this all with a grain of salt, I’ll update it once the season is underway. Here’s the confirmed participants; https://www.bands.illinois.edu/imbc-confirmed-participants Class 1A 1st: Wateska 2nd: Rushville-Industry 3rd: Sullivan Class 2A 1st: IVC 2nd: Effingham 3rd: Sherrard Class 3A 1st: Mahomet-Seymour 2nd: East Peoria 3rd: Streator Class 4A 1st: Galesburg 2nd: Bloomington 3rd: Washington Class 5A 1st: Plainfield North 2nd: Elk Grove 3rd: AA Stagg Class 6A 1st: Downers Grove South 2nd: Minooka 3rd: Normal
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So who is in finals by your prediction?
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Somewhat interesting that the domain name was only renewed for one year last year. Domain Name: ILMARCHING.COM Registry Domain ID: 137808793_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.godaddy.com Registrar URL: http://www.godaddy.com Updated Date: 2018-12-21T17:35:36Z Creation Date: 2004-12-20T16:25:14Z Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2019-12-20T16:25:14Z
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My predictions (1st, 2nd, 3rd in order for each class). 1A: Eureka , Paris, University 2A: Morton, Limestone, Morris 3A: Marian Catholic, Galesburg, Bloomington 4A: John Hersey, Romeoville, Rock Island 5A: Prospect, HD Jacobs, Plainfield North 6A: Lincoln-Way, Warren Township, Lockport
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The schedule for Illinois State's marching competition was just released the other day!! Even though most bands probably don't even have their shows yet, what are your early predictions for one of the biggest and most competitive event of the season? 2019 ISU Schedule: D3oVQDSXoAAfUBo.jpg_large
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Just curious how much time it takes to plan/manage an overnight band trip? I work with a company that has been planning group travel for students for over 20 years. We are developing a website that will automate much of the manual work trip planners currently run into. It will offer benefits such as online payment management for travelers (no more chasing down payments from participants, all managed online). Online trip planning tools. Extensive knowledge in planning trips for students. Convienent message center to facilitate communication with your group. What other areas of pain do you incur when planning/managing trips? Thanks.
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PCHS - 2019 Marching Band Instructional Staff Needed
ProvidenceCatholicBands posted a topic in Job Board/Classifieds
Positions: Marching Band Instructional Staff (Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Colorguard) Where: Providence Catholic High School, New Lenox, IL When: Mid-June through the end of the marching season (October 26th) 2019. Providence Catholic HS is looking for individuals to teach marching brass, woodwinds, percussion, and colorguard during the summer and fall marching band season. The ideal candidates would be able to teach and instruct the students at our weekly rehearsals and sectionals throughout the summer and fall. Duties include running music sectionals, marching basics & technique, and assisting with full ensemble. Our weekly rehearsals during the school year for full band are usually on Monday afternoons from 3:00-5:30pm, and Wednesday evenings from 5:00-9:00pm. Candidates should also be able to attend Saturday camps and competitions. *Colorguard applicants should have experience writing equipment and dance work, as well as be proficient in delivering instruction to students. A full schedule of summer camps and fall dates is available upon request. Interested applicants should complete the online application on the schools website ( www.providencecatholic.org ), as well as send a music or colorguard resume/bio with prior experience and several references to Lawrence Rogers: Director of Bands, Providence Catholic HS. After completing the online application this info can be sent to lrogers@providencecatholic.org . WGI/DCI or former teaching experience is preferred but ultimately the ability to teach and lead students with a positive attitude and strong work ethic will be a determining factor. -
A new director has been hired for Morton. Tim Gray
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Battery/Front Ensemble arranger available -- 2019
benmusic@hotmail.com posted a topic in Job Board/Classifieds
Battery/Front Ensemble arranger available for Fall 2019 Over 20 years of writing experience (middle school, high school, college, and DCI) References and samples available upon request Very affordable rates to fit your budget Quick turnaround, from start to finish, of customized books that fit your specific music vision Contact Ben at # 815-217-5648 or benmusic@hotmail.com for details -
What I meant to say is that assuming Normal remains consolidated they will pull a Lincoln-Way situation where they grow to be a very successful and good band.
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Not sure what you mean by this...
