FALCON NOTES

One of the topics we've been covering this year in a few of the music classes is time.  I've found that most people at this age know the difference between rhythm values (quarter note, eighth note, rests, etc) yet a few lack the coordination or awareness that those notes must fit in a constant time.  Just like seconds and minutes constantly pass throughout the day, in music the time or "tempo" is a constant force which we can "plug in" the appropriate rhythm values.  Like a heartbeat, the tempo is mostly constant, but sometimes will become faster or slower.
It is a challenging skill to be able look at a rhythm and play it evenly in time.  If you are looking for a useful gift or stocking stuffer for the Holidays I would recommend a metronome.  They are extremely helpful in helping musicians stay in time and gain a strong internal pulse.
Thank you and have a great week!

In this issue:

• falcon notes
• la palma review
• moorpark comp
• montrose parade
• lost and found
• spring trip update
• ensemble concert
• fundraising opportunities
• quote of the week
• upcoming dates
• web links

Web Links -

• CVIM Foundation-Support Page
• Instrumental Calendar
• Photos
• Class Forms and Handouts
• Music Department Website

We have 179 students signed up.  We planned for 180 so there is still room for 1 more student.  Turn in your first payment along with registration slip as soon as possible.  The Chaperone list will be out soon.  I am looking forward towards this fun and exciting trip.

 LA PALMA PARADE/BAND REVIEW

Colorguard - 1st place!
Band - 3rd place! (tied for 2nd)
Drum Major - 4th place!

Thanks for a great Band Review and parade.  Everyone did amazingly well as all groups earned their highest scores ever!  We are especially proud of Colorguard since they have only been in existence for 2 years and are comprised of Freshmen and Sophomores.
Dorothy Chung, our Drum Major placed 4th out of 11 other Drum Majors!  For her first competition ever, she did a fabulous job.
It's so great to be a falcon!

 MOORPARK BATTLE OF THE BANDS

Tomorrow is the Battle of the Bands field show competition, hosted by Moorpark HS!  Report time for all MB members is 3:30pm (3pm for crews).  CV is scheduled to warm up at 6:30pm and perform at 7:30pm.  The award ceremony will take place around 9:30pm and students should get back to CV around 11pm.  This is a competition, so come prepared to dress in uniform with clean gloves/shoes and proper hair lengths!  Parents wishing to watch the competition can click here for directions to MHS: 4500 Tierra Rejada Road, Moorpark CA 93021
 

 MONTROSE PARADE

The CVHS Marching Band will be participating in the annual Montrose Parade on Saturday, December 1.  Specific call times will be announced closer to the date of.

 LOST AND FOUND!

There are currently 15+ articles of "lost" clothing that have been collecting all Marching season, most of which are Band shirts and sweaters. :( 

If you know your son or daughter is missing something, please contact me immediately.  After the season (in 2 weeks), the articles will become property of band.

To help students defray the cost for this year's San Diego trip, there are a number of upcoming fundraisers students can participate in:

1) Border's gift wrap:
Sign-ups will be available next week.  We need two students and one adult to work each shift.

2) Community Discount Cards:
Starts Nov. 26th.  Students will be able to purchase 5 cards for $25.00.  Each card sells for $10.00.  Student will collect $50.00 from sales.  Students then keep the initial $25.00 and turn in the $25.00 profit towards their San Diego Trip.