Hello Grizzly Band Families!
This message is for all students and families of the GP Band programs!
Below you will find the Uniform Requirements for the various Glacier Peak Bands. If you need to order a Concert Dress or Percussion Polo, the deadline for those items is TODAY, September 23.
Click here for the order form for Concert Dresses and Percussion Polos
-prices include shipping and processing charges and reflect a bulk-order discount
The Band Boosters are dedicated to supporting both the band and you as we navigate the many events throughout the year. This includes providing all the information you need to ensure your student is properly attired and prepared for each event. One of the most important needs for every member of the band program is the concert uniform that will be worn for most performances throughout the year.
Uniform Requirements:
Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Jazz II:
Students have two options.
Option 1: Black dress slacks, a black long-sleeved button-down shirt, black belt, black socks and solid black dress shoes. All to be acquired by student on their own.
Option 2: Choose one of two approved full length black dress styles, black tights or nylons and solid black dress shoes. Dresses may be altered for sizing needs only (hem and/or taken in). No other alterations are allowed. No other dresses allowed. The dresses cost between $69-$80. The boosters will place a bulk order for these. Dress Order Deadline September 23. Click here for dress descriptions and sizing chart.
Wind Ensemble and Jazz I:
Students have two options.
Option 1: Black tuxedo, white long-sleeved button-down shirt with a black tie (no vest or cummerbund is necessary), black socks, and solid black dress shoes. All to be acquired by student on their own.
Option 2: Choose one of two approved full length black dress styles, black tights or nylons and solid black dress shoes. Dresses may be altered for sizing needs only (hem and/or taken in). No other alterations are allowed. No other dresses allowed. The dresses cost between $69-$80. The boosters will place a bulk order for these. Dress Order Deadline September 23. Click here for dress descriptions and sizing chart.
Percussion Ensemble
Black custom Polo shirt, to be ordered through the boosters, ($39-$47), must be tucked-in, black slacks, black dress belt, black dress socks, and solid black dress shoes (all to be acquired by student on their own). Polo Order Deadline September 23. Click here to place an order
Uniform or ordering questions? Send an email to gphsbandboosters@gmail.com
Click here for the order form for Concert Dresses and Percussion Polos (prices include shipping and processing charges and reflect a bulk-order discount)
If you are facing financial hardships and are unable to purchase the required uniform, please email the boosters (gphsbandboosters@gmail.com) to request a financial assistance form.
Please remember this is a uniform and it is important that every student arrive at every performance appropriately dressed.
Please let us know if your student wants to use any available fundraising dollars to pay for a uniform by emailing us at gphsbandboosters@gmail.com
Here are some things coming up:
- Grizzly Band Practice is on the field this Thursday at 7PM, unless otherwise notified.
- Grizzly Band rehearsals will continue every Thursday from 7-9PM until Oct 17th. Meet at the Football Field unless notified otherwise. Students should arrive at 6:45pm and be ready to begin 7pm.
- Football Game this Saturday with a 2pm call time. This event is on our calendar. We still need volunteers: volunteer: https://www.grizzlyband.org/2024/09/19/home-football-game-september-28th-invite/
- To check your varsity letter points, go to https://www.grizzlyband.org/forms/ and go to the Varsity Letter section.
- This is a real-time tracker that shows how many points your student has earned towards a varsity letter. It is ordered by student ID. For students that have done some outside work, you can request points using the other button. Mr. Morris will review and approve extra points on a regular basis.
Download our calendar for all importadnt upcoming events: (Calendar, add to your calendar)
Contributing to the band program:
- Spirit Wear: Our new Spirit Wear site has launched and is still taking orders! Those that have placed orders will receive your gear Thursday during Grizzly Band rehearsal. For students not in Grizzly Band, orders will be delivered to Mr. Morris. Get your Spirit Wear here.
- Amazon Wish List: Purchase items directly for the band through our curated list, making an immediate impact on our students’ musical journey.
Stay current with the GP Band Happenings by following the GPHS Band Boosters on Facebook and Instagram or visit grizzlyband.org and checking out the Band Calendar.
If you have any questions, please email the GP Band Boosters at gphsbandboosters@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting your band students and the GP Band Program!
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Glacier Peak Band Boosters
gphsbandboosters@gmail.com
www.grizzlyband.org