Band, Choir, Orchestra, Theatre: Weekly Newsletter

Weekly News + Updates

March 19th, 2019

Cast of Little Shop of Horrors profiled on 107.3 FM

107.3 Community Radio produced an in-depth radio story highlighting Ballard High School’s sci-fi, comedy musical Little Shop of Horrors . Radio host Elaine Womack interviewed students Caroline Harader and Riley Stowell, plus theatre director Shawn Riley.

Exit Stage Left: Little Shop of Horrors

Little Shop Bake Sale

Donate a treat for our performances of Little Shop of Horrors and help raise funds for the theatre program. Sign up to donate, sell flowers, or kudos at the performances.

Elliott Bay Regional Solo and Ensemble Festival

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the Elliott Bay Regional Solo and Ensemble Festival this past weekend. Our Ballard students had wonderful performances and the highest participation of any school. In addition, seven soloists and six ensembles won their categories and will advance to the state competition this April:

WINNERS

Matt Watanabe - Tuba
Max Levy - Bass Clarinet
Clara Propst - Soprano
Renee McGeough - Alto
Gabe Zuniga - Tenor
Gavin Bradler - Baritone
Daniel Windus - Bass
Claire Burreson and James Kerrigan - Small Mixed Ensemble
Chamber Singers - Large Mixed Ensemble
Women's Chamber Choir - Large Soprano/Mezzo/Alto Ensemble
Men's Quartet - Small Tenor/Baritone/Bass Ensemble
Men's Ensemble - Large Tenor/Baritone/Bass Ensemble
Sophomore Ensemble – Small Percussion
Low Brass Brigade - Large Brass Ensemble

ALTERNATES

Kate Inge, 2^nd Alternate – Flute-Piccolo
Andreas de la Jara, 2nd Alternate – Clarinet
James Shepard, 1st Alternate – Trumpet
Jarin Synnestvedt, 2^nd Alternate – Trombone
Josie Carscadden, 2nd Alternate – Snare Drum
Margaux Daniel, 1st Alternate – Mezzo Soprano
James Kerrigan, 1st Alternate – Tenor Voice
Riley Stowell, 1st Alternate – Baritone Voice
Roscoe McDonald, 1^st Alternate – Bass Voice
Owain Weinart, 2^nd Alternate – Bass Voice
Sax Quartet, 1st Alternate – Small Woodwinds
Five Fantabulous French Horns, 1^st Alternate – Large Brass
Huh?, 1^st Alternate – Large Percussion
John and Brendon Duet, 1^st Alternate – Small Percussion
Small String Quartet, 2^nd Alternate – Small Strings
Mixed Duet, 1^st Alternate – Small Mixed Vocal

Class Photos

Did you order a class photo?

The pictures will be available for pick up at the March 26th Boosters Meeting.

Last chance to order is March 26th. Send the payment in before the due date. Photos arrive 2-3 weeks after the order.

Outstanding Fees

Deposits for the Vancouver BC trip in May are past due. If your student plans to attend please send in the deposit. We need to make our final payment to the festival.The final payment is due April 2nd.

There are outstanding camp fees, annual fee and past due candy money. Please get these issues cleared up now, before the BC trip.

Band

WMEA Results
Donation + Volunteers Needed
Pep Band for Running of the Beavers
Disney Update

Get all the details:

Click Here for Band Buzz

Choir

Elliott Bay Choir Festival: Treble Choir, Advanced Chorale and Concert Choir need chaperones to ride the bus and spend the day with students at Roosevelt High School on March 26th. We still need chaperones. If your student is new to choir, it is a delightful day full of music. You won't regret spending the day with the students.

Email Felicia with questions or to volunteer.

Final Vancouver Trip Fees Due: Advanced Chorale and Concert Choir trip fees are due April 2nd. The total student fee is $475. The fee for chaperones is $320. Please pay HERE.

BHS Choral Showcase : On April 3rd we showcase Ballard choirs to the middle and elementary schools. We need volunteers to help at the event.

Set-up Crew
Bake Sale Helpers
Clean-up Crew

Orchestra

Final Vancouver Trip Fees Due: Orchestra trip fees are due April 2nd. The total student fee is $475. The fee for chaperones is $320. Please pay HERE.

Click Here for Previous Orchestra Info

Theatre

Bake Sale: Since you are already coming to the show, consider bringing a baked good or helping out in the lobby. You will still be able to see the whole show. Sign up.

Everything you want to know about BPA's

Little Shop of Horrors

Get Tickets here:

www.showtix4u.com