WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
Welcome to the first step to becoming a member of the award winning Hays High School Band! We are excited that you are considering membership in our program, and look forward to the opportunity of working with you over the coming years as you look at joining one of the most exciting, innovative and successful programs on the Hays High School campus. As a member of the Hays Band, you will enjoy fantastic performance experiences throughout your time in our program.
Our families have come to trust and rely on our program to foster a love of music within our band members, but more importantly to prepare our band members for their post grade school endeavors by developing the character of our young performers. Band members at Hays learn the value of teamwork, the importance of commitment and dedication, the benefits of setting goals and creating systems to achieve them, coping skills to handle both successes and failures, and of course...how to work hard.
The benefits of membership allow band members to grow as individuals while participating in an activity that they love. It is a win-win combination, and while undoubtedly you may have questions about time commitment, academics, cost, and other like concerns, we hope to answer these questions through open communication in the coming months. Please see the steps below to start your membership!
New Member Remind 101 Information:
Text @hhsband24 to 81010 to receive important updates regarding HHS Band membership!
Welcome to the first step to becoming a member of the award winning Hays High School Band! We are excited that you are considering membership in our program, and look forward to the opportunity of working with you over the coming years as you look at joining one of the most exciting, innovative and successful programs on the Hays High School campus. As a member of the Hays Band, you will enjoy fantastic performance experiences throughout your time in our program.
Our families have come to trust and rely on our program to foster a love of music within our band members, but more importantly to prepare our band members for their post grade school endeavors by developing the character of our young performers. Band members at Hays learn the value of teamwork, the importance of commitment and dedication, the benefits of setting goals and creating systems to achieve them, coping skills to handle both successes and failures, and of course...how to work hard.
The benefits of membership allow band members to grow as individuals while participating in an activity that they love. It is a win-win combination, and while undoubtedly you may have questions about time commitment, academics, cost, and other like concerns, we hope to answer these questions through open communication in the coming months. Please see the steps below to start your membership!
New Member Remind 101 Information:
Text @hhsband24 to 81010 to receive important updates regarding HHS Band membership!
REGISTRATION FOR THE HAYS HIGH SCHOOL BAND (ALL MEMBERS):
To register your student for the 2023-2024 Hays Band, you will need to follow the steps below:
Step 1: Verify with the HHS counseling staff that you are enrolled in band for the 2023-2024 school year! Once verified, fill out our online registration form linked below. Registration opens on February 1st and closes May 5th, 2023. This information is crucial in securing numbers for the fall production as well as being able to order sufficient supplies for our members.
To register your student for the 2023-2024 Hays Band, you will need to follow the steps below:
Step 1: Verify with the HHS counseling staff that you are enrolled in band for the 2023-2024 school year! Once verified, fill out our online registration form linked below. Registration opens on February 1st and closes May 5th, 2023. This information is crucial in securing numbers for the fall production as well as being able to order sufficient supplies for our members.
Step 2: Complete your first Band Fee payment via Revtrak. First payment due by May 5th, 2023. The fee will be used to cover upfront expenses for the members of the Hays Band and will provide Director's with numbers for our 2023 marching production. Those who do not pay this deposit by the deadline run the risk of their role in the Hays Band program. ALL fees must be paid in FULL by the band/guard check-in day of July 29th, 2023.
Step 3: Complete yearly physical NO LATER than July 24th. No student will be permitted to start band without a physical. This physical will need to be brought with the student to the first day of band camp on Saturday, July 29th, 2023. Physicals must be renewed every year.
2023 HAWK BAND PERCUSSION CAMPS:
Below are the dates and times for the 2023 Hays Marching Percussion Camps:
All camps will be held in the HHS Music Building
Percussion Camp # 1 - March 1st (8th Grade Only) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 2 - March 8th (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 3 - March 22nd (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 4 - April 19th (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 5 - April 26th (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
FINAL PLACEMENTS
Final section placements (batterie/front ensemble) will be announced on March 31st. It is important to note that every member of the Hays percussion program will be placed in a role for the fall 2023 season.
NEW MEMBER CAMP:
All Batterie members will be required to attend this year's New Member Camp which is held April 20th - April 21st.
SPRING BAND CAMP:
All Percussion students will be required to attend this year's Spring Band Camp which is held May 1st - May 5th.
ABOUT OUR CAMPS:
These camps are all educational masterclasses and each student will be given multiple opportunities to try instruments, from marching drums to keyboards as they learn techniques and exercises together! The more camps the students attend, the more they will learn and give the Directors opportunities to accurately place them in the ensemble. These camps are designed to be comprehensive, so failure to attend a camp may result in a student falling behind in instruction.
All students are asked to bring their own sticks and drum pad. (At least for the first few camps) Below is a list of recommended materials that all members should have before the high school year starts.
For questions, please email Mr. Briones at timothy.briones@hayscisd.net
Below are the dates and times for the 2023 Hays Marching Percussion Camps:
All camps will be held in the HHS Music Building
Percussion Camp # 1 - March 1st (8th Grade Only) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 2 - March 8th (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 3 - March 22nd (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 4 - April 19th (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
Percussion Camp # 5 - April 26th (All Percussion) - 5:00-7:00pm
FINAL PLACEMENTS
Final section placements (batterie/front ensemble) will be announced on March 31st. It is important to note that every member of the Hays percussion program will be placed in a role for the fall 2023 season.
NEW MEMBER CAMP:
All Batterie members will be required to attend this year's New Member Camp which is held April 20th - April 21st.
SPRING BAND CAMP:
All Percussion students will be required to attend this year's Spring Band Camp which is held May 1st - May 5th.
ABOUT OUR CAMPS:
These camps are all educational masterclasses and each student will be given multiple opportunities to try instruments, from marching drums to keyboards as they learn techniques and exercises together! The more camps the students attend, the more they will learn and give the Directors opportunities to accurately place them in the ensemble. These camps are designed to be comprehensive, so failure to attend a camp may result in a student falling behind in instruction.
All students are asked to bring their own sticks and drum pad. (At least for the first few camps) Below is a list of recommended materials that all members should have before the high school year starts.
- Snare Sticks (1 Pair Minimum) - Innovative IP-LD (Lalo Davila Series)
- Mallets (2 Pairs Minimum) - Innovative IP240N (Soloist Series)
- Drum Pad (1 Pad Minimum) - Vic Firth PAD12D (Double Sided)
- Mallet Bag (1 Bag Minimum) - Innovative INN-SB3 (Fundamental Series)
For questions, please email Mr. Briones at timothy.briones@hayscisd.net
HHS BAND - SPRING TRAINING CAMPS:
Our spring camps are designed to help acclimate our new members and their families into the Hays Band program. Each day, new members will focus on learning rehearsal etiquette and expectations as well as marching, visual, and music fundamentals that are essential to one's success in high school marching band. Students will be working with Hays Bands faculty as well as outside clinicians and techs to develop these skills. The spring camp is crucial for all potential Hays Bands members and will aid new members in developing the skills needed to assist in securing a marching spot in the fall production. Hays Band leadership will also focus on team building and helping our new members feel excited and welcomed into the Hays Band family!
NEW MEMBER CLINIC:
April 20th - April 22nd, 2023
4/20 - 4:45-8:00pm - HHS Music Building (Band Members Only)
4/21 - 4:45-8:00pm - HHS Music Building (Band Members Only)
4/22 - 8:00am-5:30pm - HHS Music Building (Band Members Only)
The new member clinic is for any band student who will be new to the Hays band program in 2023. This includes current 8th grade students as well as high school transfer students who will be new to the HHS band program.
COLOR GUARD AUDITION CAMP:
April 24th - April 28th, 2023
4/24 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/25 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/26 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/27 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/28 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
HHS SPRING BAND CAMP - ALL MEMBERS:
May 1st - May 5th, 2023
The HHS Spring Band Camp is for all students who will be members of the Hays band program starting in 2023. This includes current 8th grade students, current HHS band and guard students (minus current seniors) as well as high school transfer students who will be new to the HHS band program.
Brass / Woodwind / Percussion & Color Guard Members:
5/1 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - No Guard
5/2 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - No Guard
5/3 - OFF
5/4 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - Guard Joins
5/5 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - Guard Joins
5/5 - 6:00-7:00pm (Parent Orientation - All Band Parents) - Bales Gym
5/5 - 7:30-8:00pm (Parent Showcase) - HHS Bales Gym
Our spring camps are designed to help acclimate our new members and their families into the Hays Band program. Each day, new members will focus on learning rehearsal etiquette and expectations as well as marching, visual, and music fundamentals that are essential to one's success in high school marching band. Students will be working with Hays Bands faculty as well as outside clinicians and techs to develop these skills. The spring camp is crucial for all potential Hays Bands members and will aid new members in developing the skills needed to assist in securing a marching spot in the fall production. Hays Band leadership will also focus on team building and helping our new members feel excited and welcomed into the Hays Band family!
NEW MEMBER CLINIC:
April 20th - April 22nd, 2023
4/20 - 4:45-8:00pm - HHS Music Building (Band Members Only)
4/21 - 4:45-8:00pm - HHS Music Building (Band Members Only)
4/22 - 8:00am-5:30pm - HHS Music Building (Band Members Only)
The new member clinic is for any band student who will be new to the Hays band program in 2023. This includes current 8th grade students as well as high school transfer students who will be new to the HHS band program.
COLOR GUARD AUDITION CAMP:
April 24th - April 28th, 2023
4/24 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/25 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/26 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/27 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
4/28 - 4:30-6:00pm - Joe Graham Gym
HHS SPRING BAND CAMP - ALL MEMBERS:
May 1st - May 5th, 2023
The HHS Spring Band Camp is for all students who will be members of the Hays band program starting in 2023. This includes current 8th grade students, current HHS band and guard students (minus current seniors) as well as high school transfer students who will be new to the HHS band program.
Brass / Woodwind / Percussion & Color Guard Members:
5/1 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - No Guard
5/2 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - No Guard
5/3 - OFF
5/4 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - Guard Joins
5/5 - 5:00-8:00pm (All members)- HHS Music Building - Guard Joins
5/5 - 6:00-7:00pm (Parent Orientation - All Band Parents) - Bales Gym
5/5 - 7:30-8:00pm (Parent Showcase) - HHS Bales Gym
During these camp dates, students should wear light colored athletic clothing with athletic shoes and bring the following items:
Should you have a conflict with any of the dates, please notify Mr. Rauschuber ASAP. We understand that the spring semester can be a busy time for many individuals! With this said, we are willing to help accommodate students' schedules as long as conflicts have been communicated. These dates may also be found on the official band calendar located HERE.
- Instrument / mouthpiece and all accessories
- Percussion players bring stick bag with all mallets and sticks
- Water jug filled with water
- Sunscreen
- Pencil
- Binder to hold music (not applicable to Guard)
Should you have a conflict with any of the dates, please notify Mr. Rauschuber ASAP. We understand that the spring semester can be a busy time for many individuals! With this said, we are willing to help accommodate students' schedules as long as conflicts have been communicated. These dates may also be found on the official band calendar located HERE.
