Canandaigua Academy Band
Welcome to Your Canandaigua Academy Band Website. Check back with this site on a regular basis to stay informed about band news and events.
Citrus Sale Pickup is this Saturday
Posted March 11, 2010 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Students who sold citrus products during our most recent fundraiser should plan on picking up all of the items that they sold this Saturday. Pickup is at Geneco's Produce on Rt. 332, north of town.
All-County Information for Friday and Saturday
Posted January 25, 2010 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Students performing at this weekend's All-County festival should plan on arriving at school this friday by 1:30PM. Busses will load Saturday morning at 7:50AM. There is no bus home on Saturday. Students should bring a bad lunch on Saturday. Information on concert dress should be in your all-county band folder. Lastly, students MUST complete and return this permission form with them.
Tonight's Orchestra Concert to Feature Several Famous Works
Posted January 10, 2010 (Posted by Greg Kane)Tonight's combined performance by the orchestras and bands will feature several famous works for symphony orchestra. Excerpts from Dvorak's New World Symphony, Brahms' Academic Festival Overture, the ballet from Tchaikowsky's Sleeping Beauty, and a medley of John Williams songs from The Empire Strikes Back. The performance starts at 7:30PM and will last approximately 45-50 minutes. Students should plan on arriving at 7PM in concert attire.
Seating Auditions to Take Place via SmartMusic
Posted December 11, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Both bands will be re-seating in the coming weeks and I am excited to announce that we will be taking advantage of some of the technological resources we have available to us here in school. Students will need to audition using the program SmartMusic. This program is available for all students to use here in the bandroom and in several of our practice rooms too. Students may use the program in their lesson to audition, which will basically be a one shot deal, record and save. Or they may choose to use the program on their own and record their audition as many times as they'd like until they are happy. Registering with SmartMusic will require students to provide an email address. Should any student not have an email address, please contact me and I can make alternate arrangements. More information about the program is available at their website: www.smartmusic.com
Poinsettia Pickup is This Saturday Morning
Posted December 5, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Students who ordered Poinsettias should plan on having them picked up this Saturday, December 5, between 10-11 AM. Pickup is in the music department area at the Academy.
Prism Concert Tickets Available on December 4 + 5
Posted November 20, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Prism Ticket Information - Please Click Here!
Dress Rehearsal After School on November 18th
Posted November 9, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
We are planning on performing two selections on our November 19th band concert that will combine both of our school bands. Because the groups rehearse at separate times during the school day, we have decided to hold a rehearsal after school on November 18th so we can practice performing together. We feel that this is a better decision than asking students to miss another class during the school day. The rehearsal will start at 2:30 on Wednesday November 18th and will be done by 3:10. Late busses will be running that day and passes will be available. There are also a number of students who drive to school, the opportunity to share a ride may be possible.
All-County Auditions - Paperwork Due By Nov. 6
Posted November 3, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Auditions for this year's All-County Band, Orchestra and Jazz Band are on December 12 at the Canandaigua Middle School. The All-County Rehearsals and Performance are on January 29+30. This year, students are eligible to make SH Band (Grades 9-12), JH Orchestra (Grades 7-9, No Saxes), or JH Jazz Band (Grades 7-9). Materials have been handed out in class and students wishing to audition should return the necessary paperwork as soon as possible.
Fall Band Concert - November 19
Posted October 26, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
The Fall Friendship Concert is just around the corner. Thursday, November 19th will feature both the Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. Hope to see you there!
Go Mambo!
Posted October 13, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Only one day until the Mambo Kings hit the Canandaigua Academy Theatre. Hope to see you there! Concert starts at 7:30. Academy students who are performing should plan on arrive no later than 7:15. Dress for the performance is all black. Tickets Still Available!
Homecoming Schedule - Ready To Play Before 11AM
Posted September 29, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Click here to download another copy of this weekend's homecoming schedule.
Mambo King Tickets On Sale Now
Posted September 29, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
The Mambo Kings are coming to CA on October 14th. Tickets can be purchased at Mobile Music, in the Middle School and High School band rooms and can be reserved for purchase online. Tickets are only $5 with a family max of $20. Hope to see you there!
Open House + Reminders That Went Home Today
Posted September 17, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
It was great to see so many of you at open house this evening, thank you for stopping by. If you couldn't make it, you can download the handouts by clicking HERE and HERE.
The Sound Performance for Sept 12
Posted September 11, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Call time for Saturday's performance is 10AM in the CA Band Room. We will load up, head over, set up, and then break for lunch. Game time is at 2:00PM. Seniors will be recognized after our halftime performance.
Go Mambo!
Posted September 11, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
I am very excited to formally announce our October 14 guest jazz artists. Last night, our B.O.E. approved our request to have the Mambo Kings give several workshops at CA and the Middle School, as well as join us on our October 14 Guest Artist Jazz Concert. This famed Rochester ensemble performs frequently throughout the Rochester area and has also been featured with the RPO during their Summer Concert Series that was held for many years at CMAC. They are an outstanding local talent and our students will have a great time working with them! Stay tuned for more information, but for now, check out a clip of them in concert.
Seating Auditions + First Lesson
Posted September 11, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Seating auditions will take place on Monday-Wednesday and will take place by appointment during free periods, lunch periods, and before or after school. The first lesson rotation will begin on Thursday, Sept. 17. Lesson schedules will be posted online and outside the bandroom door.
Pictures From The First Sound Performance
Posted September 10, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
There is an online photo album of pictures from our first home game on Saturday, September 5. Check it out by clicking here.
Band Handbook Posted
Posted September 10, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
This year's handbook was distributed in class yesterday. This is document is intended to help guide students down a successful path in band. You can download a pdf of this document by clicking here.
Welcome Back
Posted September 9, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Welcome back to band everyone! To highlight a couple of the important announcements made in class today: seating auditions will take place Sept. 14 - 16, lessons will begin on Sept. 17, please complete the how you can help form as your first assignment. We also would like to welcome Mr. Alan Ward who will be student teaching with us for the next 6 weeks. Hope you all have a great year - !
A New/Simple Web Address: WWW.CABAND.INFO
Posted August 27, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
A For everyone's typing convenience... I have created a new and VERY simple website address: www.caband.info Check back often to stay up to date!
Tech Feature: Free Notation Website
Posted August 27, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
A colleague passed this on to me and I'd like to share it with all of you: www.noteflight.com This neat little website features a very basic music notation entry system. Somewhat similar to Finale Reader, however it doesn't require you to download anything. Check it out! Compose a new function chorale for the band!
Marching Band Rehearsal Schedule
Posted August 25, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Many apologies, as the rehearsal schedule for marching band was left off the calendar we sent home last week. We will be holding four marching band rehearsals before the homecoming parade.
9/21 - Mon - 6:30 - 8:00
9/23 - Wed - 6:30 - 8:00
9/29 - Tues - 6:30 - 8:00
10/1 - Thur - 6:30 - 8:00
Marching Band Audio Posted
Posted August 19, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Students, you can download an mp3 copy of our homecoming music by clicking here.
Play in The SOUND!
Posted August 3, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
The e-mails are rolling in - and THE SOUND is already growing to a roar. WE WANT YOU! - To sign up and join in the fun! E-Mail me!
New T-Shirts and Sound Apparel should be available for purchase prior to the September 5th game. Check The Sound Page for more info.
"Archives" Section Added
Posted August 3, 2009 (Posted by Greg Kane)
Last year's Band Website News Feed has been archived in a new section called, Archives. Click through on the left if for a review of last year's news.
Magic Carpet Ride - Homecoming Marching Music 2009
(mp3 file - 2,274kb)
File Microsoft Word - Open House.pdf
(pdf file - 40kb)
Concert Attire Information
(pdf file - 15kb)
File Microsoft Word - memorial day schedule and letter2009.pdf
(pdf file - 559kb)
Homecoming 2009 Schedule
(pdf file - 16kb)
All-County Permission Form
(pdf file - 71kb)
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