Announcement

NORTHWOOD VS. FOUNTAIN VALLEY, “SENIOR RECOGNITION” & “PINK OUT” GAME, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25th, IRVINE HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM

Join us for this Friday.10/25, at Irvine High School as the Timberwolves take on the Fountain Valley HS Barons This game’s theme is SENIOR RECOGNITION and PINK OUT. All seniors will be recognized at this game. The band will perform at the pre-game show, during the game, and at halftime. Invite family, friends, NHS & TIMB alumni; everyone is welcome and encouraged to wear PINK to support breast cancer awareness month.
Marching band and color guard families of seniors, come to the game early to get photos taken with your senior! All senior families are welcome. Don’t miss this opportunity to have your photo taken with your marching band or color guard senior!

SENIORS: 

4:45pm: Senior call time, meet at the Irvine High School basketball courts.  ALL SENIORS HELP UNLOAD TRUCKS, GET INTO UNIFORM ASAP. 
5:15pm: Seniors and senior families meet at the football stadium/track for photos.
5:15-6:15pm: Senior photos inside the football stadium

EVERYONE ELSE:
5:30pm – Call time at Irvine High School
WEAR – Band shirt, athletic shorts, black crew socks & Dinkles
BRING – Instrument, Water, ALL MUSIC
DO NOT BRING – Backpacks, purses, personal belongings of any kind.
MEET – On the basketball courts behind the pool/gym.
NHS CORE VALUES ALWAYS, AND STAY WITH A BUDDY AT ALL TIMES
6:40pm: Pre-game show, National Anthem
7:00pm: Kickoff
9:30pm: Game should be over. Please plan your ride accordingly. Director approved pick-up location is the parking lot off Walnut, near the swim building.

TRUCK LOADING: If you have an open 8th period, we will be loading the trucks at that time.  All Band Staff, PIT, Leadership, Uniform Staff, Drumline, Tubas & CG should attend.

TRUCK UNLOADING: All Band Staff, PIT, Leadership, Uniform Staff, Drumline, Tubas & CG are required to attend.  Anyone who needs to make up for tardies should also attend.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THIS WEEK’S SENIOR RECOGNITION GAME
We could use a few more volunteers for this week’s game, specifically to help the seniors with their sashes and boutonnieres prior to having their photos taken. Please check the Uniform links below under “SR. RECOGNITION” for these opportunities. THANK YOU for your support of the marching band & color guard!
UNIFORMS: volunteersignup.org/49P8X

REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR SPIRITWEAR
Parents, family & friends, support the marching band & color guard by wearing your spiritwear to the game. More sizes are now available for purchase. Stop by our table on Friday to pick some up!

PARENTS: THANK YOU FOR HELPING!
We hope you are enjoying watching your students perform and meeting other band parents! From getting the equipment and instruments to and from the game, to feeding the students, to helping them with their uniforms, it takes a small army to make sure each performance runs smoothly. We are so thankful for each and every one of you who support the band!

SIGN UP NOW FOR THE MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD BANQUET & AWARDS
Join us to recognize the end of our 2024 season by sharing a memorable evening with your marching band family which will include dinner, entertainment and awards. Students receive complimentary dinner. Click here to reserve your spot! A response is required by 11/8.

THANK YOU FOR HELPING TO “KEEP MUSIC ALIVE” AT NHS!
A sincere thank you to all of those who have made a tax-deductible donation to our music program! While donations are not required to participate, a tax-deductible donation will help sustain our program at its current level. Donations of any amount are welcome at any time – no donation is too small to make a significant impact! Families are also encouraged to check with their employers as many will offer matching donations! You are also welcome to make a donation of your time as there are SEVERAL opportunities to volunteer and get involved with our Instrumental Music Family!

Please visit https://timbmusic.org/donate/ and https://timbmusic.org/volunteer/ to help Keep Music Alive at Northwood!

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE
Looking for the latest instrumental music news, calendar, music downloads or photos and videos from our events? Find them on our website at timbmusic.org

NEXT TIMB MEETING, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, 6:30pm
Join us for the latest instrumental music news, including updates from the Music Directors. Email TIMB.President@gmail.com at least 1 hour prior to the meeting for the Zoom link. If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive the zoom link for all TIMB meetings, please indicate that in your email.

COMING UP: 
Fri, Oct 25th, 5:30pm: Senior Rec Football Game vs. Fountain Valley at Irvine HS
Sat, Nov 2nd, 2:45pm: Irvine Invitational Field Tournament at Irvine HS
Wed, Nov 6th, 4:30pm: Band Spectacular at Irvine HS
Sat, Nov 16th, 4:30pm: Marching Band Banquet, NHS
Wed/Thu, Dec 4th/5th, 7:00pm: Winter Concerts, NHS Theater
Fri, Dec 13th, 7:00pm: Winter Gala Concert, NHS Theater

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org, ColeQuizon@IUSD.org or TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com

FALL CONCERTS ARE THIS WEEK!

Get ready for Northwood Instrumental’s Fall Concerts! You won’t want to miss this two night event, starting at 7:00pm on both nights in the NHS Theater. Concert tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, seniors and children. Concert/KMA vouchers may be used for this performance.

Wednesday, October 9th
Enjoy performances by: String Orchestra, Symphonic Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Philharmonic Orchestra. See the concert program HERE.

Thursday, October 10th
Enjoy performances by: Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Concert Orchestra and Wind Symphony. See the concert program HERE.

In order to minimize disruptions, please plan to arrive by 7:00pm and stay for the duration of the concert. Thank you!

CONCERT ATTIRE
Students, not sure what to wear for the concert? Please read this document for Concert Attire Options.. If you have any questions after reading this document, please contact WhitneyTavlarides@gmail.com.

CONCERT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are in need for a few volunteers to sell and take tickets, exchange vouchers, hand out programs, and direct people to their seats at both concerts this week. Please sign up HERE if you are able to help. It would be best to volunteer for a performance in which your student is NOT performing, but if you do, admission will be complimentary and we will ensure that you do not miss your student’s performance.

CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION TO KMA
Your generous gift helps to Keep Music Alive at NHS! Your donation helps to sustain our instrumental music program at its current level by providing critical funding in areas such as clinics and instruction, instrument repair and purchase, sheet music and more. And it’s not too late to receive vouchers for this week’s concerts! We offer “Thank You” incentives for various levels of giving. TIMB vouchers are complimentary concert tickets which have a box office value of $10 each. These vouchers can be used for any of the paid-admission instrumental concerts, excluding galas.

• $125 TIMB (2 vouchers)
• $200 ADVOCATE (8 vouchers + name in program)
• ​$400 CHARTER OAK (family voucher to all concerts (excluding galas) + name in program + early seating)

Donations of any amount are welcome at any time – no donation is too small to make a significant impact! Please visit timbmusic.org/donate to help Keep Music Alive at Northwood

CONCERT PROGRAMS – ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY
The Timberwolves Instrumental Music Boosters would like to invite you to place an advertisement in our concert programs for the 2024-2025 NHS Instrumental Music Season. Your advertisement will reach over 400 local families and you will support our four orchestras, four concert bands, four jazz bands, and our marching band. Please submit this form  and include a high resolution image with your order. Your advertisement will appear in all future concert programs for the 2024-2025 season. For questions, please contact TIMB.President@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting our program!

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE
Looking for the latest instrumental music news, calendar, music downloads or photos and videos from every performance and event? Find them on our website at timbmusic.org

NEXT TIMB MEETING, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, 6:30pm
Join us for the latest instrumental music news, including updates from the Music Directors. Email TIMB.President@gmail.com at least 1 hour prior to the meeting for the Zoom link. If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive the zoom link for all TIMB meetings, please indicate that in your email.

COMING UP: 
Wed/Thu, Oct 9th/10th, 7:00pm: Instrumental Fall Concerts
Fri, Oct 25th, 5:30pm: Senior Rec Football Game vs. Fountain Valley at Irvine HS
Sat, Nov 2nd, late afternoon: Irvine Invitational Field Tournament at Irvine HS
Wed, Nov 6th, 4:30pm: Band Spectacular at Irvine HS
Sat, Nov 16th, 4:30pm: Marching Band Banquet, NHS

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org, ColeQuizon@IUSD.org or TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com

NORTHWOOD VS. LAGUNA BEACH, HOMECOMING GAME, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2nd, IRVINE HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM

Join us for this Friday, 10/2, at Irvine High School as the Timberwolves take on the Laguna Beach Breakers. This is our HOMECOMING Game and many NHS alumni will be in attendance for all of the festivities. This is also Marching Band & Color Guard’s first performance in uniform! The band will perform at the pre-game show, during the game, and at halftime. Invite family, friends, NHS & TIMB alumni; everyone is welcome!
5:30pm: Student call time, meet at the IHS outdoor basketball court (drop off at parking lot off Walnut, near the swim building)
6:40pm: Pre-game show, National Anthem
7:00pm: Kickoff

STUDENTS:

• We will be in full uniform for this game!
• Wear your band shirt, athletic shorts, black socks that cover your ankle & Dinkles
• Bring: refillable water bottle, instrument, lyre and all music.
• Do not bring backpacks, purses, or personal belongings of any kind
• Phones are not allowed in stands.
• Stay with a buddy at all times.
• Band staff/leadership/drumline/pit/tubas are all expected to UNLOAD the trucks back at NHS after the game.

PARENTS:

• Please pick up your student around 9:00pm at the parking lot off of Walnut, near the swim building
• This is the only supervised pickup location.
• If attending the game, please be aware that once inside the stadium, if you leave, you will not be allowed back inside the stadium.

WEAR YOUR SPIRITWEAR AND STOP BY THE SPIRITWEAR TABLE AT THE GAME
Parents, family & friends, support the marching band & color guard by wearing your spiritwear to the game! We will have a spiritwear table with select items available for purchase. Stop by and check out what’s available! You can also place online orders HERE. 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR UPCOMING HOME GAMES AND EVENTS
We still have some volunteer openings for upcoming games and events. Please see the available spots below. THANK YOU for your support of the marching band & color guard. Their performances would not be possible without you!
TRANSPORTATION: bit.ly/2024MBTransportation
UNIFORMS: bit.ly/2024MBUniforms
FOOD: bit.ly/2024MBFood
STADIUM PREP: bit.ly/2024MBStadiumPrep
SPIRITWEAR: bit.ly/2024MBSpiritwear

FALL CONCERTS ARE COMING UP SOON!
Get ready for Northwood Instrumental’s Fall Concerts! You won’t want to miss this two night event, starting at 7:00pm on both nights in the NHS Theater. Concerts will be taking place on Wednesday, October 9th (Odd Day Ensembles) and Thursday October 10th (Even Day Ensembles). Concert tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, seniors and children. A few volunteers are needed to assist at these concerts. If you are able to assist, please sign up HERE.
Concert/KMA vouchers may be used for this performance. Vouchers are being distributed this week.

CONCERT ATTIRE
Students, not sure what to wear for the concert? Please read this document for Concert Attire Options.. If you have any questions after reading this document, please contact WhitneyTavlarides@gmail.com.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR KMA DONATIONS!
In addition to supporting our music program, donors to our Keep Music Alive program receive concert ticket vouchers, program recognition and early entry to concerts. Read more about KMA HERE, and donate online today!

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE
Looking for the latest instrumental music news, calendar, music downloads or photos and videos from every performance and event? Find them on our website at timbmusic.org

NEXT TIMB MEETING, MONDAY, OCTOBER 7th, 6:30pm
Join us for the latest instrumental music news, including updates from the Music Directors. Email TIMB.President@gmail.com at least 1 hour prior to the meeting for the Zoom link. If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive the zoom link for all TIMB meetings, please indicate that in your email.

COMING UP: 
Fri, Oct 4th, 5:30pm: Homecoming Football Game vs. Laguna Beach at Irvine HS
Wed/Thu, Oct 9th/10th, 7:00pm: Instrumental Fall Concerts
Fri, Oct 25th, 5:30pm: Senior Rec Football Game vs. Fountain Valley at Irvine HS
Sat, Nov 2nd, late afternoon: Irvine Invitational Field Tournament at Irvine HS
Wed, Nov 6th, 4:30pm: Band Spectacular at Irvine HS

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org, ColeQuizon@IUSD.org or TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com

THANK YOU to the many generous families who have given time and money to support music! Over the years, the students of NHS have continued to benefit from the generosity of our parents and community. Donations to this program will help maintain the integrity of our outstanding program, as well as cover ongoing costs. To maintain a high-caliber program, we are fortunate to have the Timberwolves Instrumental Music Boosters (TIMB) as volunteers at our events and to help raise funds to cover the costs of instruments, instrument repairs, sheet music, festivals and offsite performances, clinics and coaching, awards programs, and more. This translates to approximately $150 per student in our program.

Your donation will help us “Keep Music Alive” at NHS!  As part of TIMB’s fundraising efforts, we are requesting a donation of $125 per musician. At this time, roughly 44% of our families have made a donation to our program – thank you so much for your support! While donations are not required to participate, a tax-deductible donation will help sustain our program at its current level. We appreciate ANY amount you can give. Donations made to the program may help offset or eliminate the need for other fundraising activities. Your student’s participation in the program is in no way contingent upon your donation; however, we hope to continue to maintain the level of our programs. Based on the donations received, we may have to alter or cut some activities we have had in the past. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Thank you so much for your consideration.

We offer “Thank You” incentives for various levels of giving. TIMB vouchers are complimentary concert tickets which have a box office value of $10 each. These vouchers can be used for any of the paid-admission instrumental concerts, excluding galas.

• $125 TIMB (2 vouchers)
• $200 ADVOCATE (8 vouchers + name in program)
• ​$400 CHARTER OAK (family voucher to all concerts (excluding galas) + name in program + early seating)

Donations made by Tuesday, October 1st will receive corresponding “Thank You” concert vouchers by the end of the week. Concert vouchers can be used for the upcoming Fall Concerts taking place on Wednesday, October 8th and Thursday, October 9th.

Please click HERE to donate today!

Questions? Email TIMB.VPMembership@gmail.com

THANK YOU FOR HELPING TO “KEEP MUSIC ALIVE” AT NHS!
A sincere thank you to all of those who have made a tax-deductible donation to our music program! These donations are the only way we can continue to provide the high level of experiences for all of our nearly-500 students, and they cover everything from the coaches that come in for each section, instrument purchase and repair, accessories such as strings, rosin, drum sticks and mallets, mouthpieces and reeds, to purchasing the very music we perform. At this time, roughly 42% of our families have made a donation to our program – thank you so much for your support! While donations are not required to participate, a tax-deductible donation will help sustain our program at its current level. Donations of any amount are welcome at any time – no donation is too small to make a significant impact! Families are also encouraged to check with their employers as many will offer matching donations! You are also welcome to make a donation of your time as there are SEVERAL opportunities to volunteer and get involved with our Instrumental Music Family!

Please visit timbmusic.org/donate/ and timbmusic.org/volunteer/ to help Keep Music Alive at Northwood!

HAVE YOU SIGNED AND RETURNED YOUR INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC AGREEMENT (IMA)?All music students should have received a paper class syllabus and “Keep Music Alive (KMA)” information. Student AND Parent are REQUIRED to go online and sign the Instrumental Music Agreement, verifying you have read the class syllabus.

AWAY GAME THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th, NORTHWOOD VS. WOODBRIDGE, UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM
This Friday the Northwood Timberwolves will go up against the Woodbridge Warriors at an away game being held at University High School. The NHS marching band will sit on the AWAY stand side. Students will NOT wear their marching band uniforms; see dress code below. We WILL be feeding students at this event.
5:30pm: Student call time, meet at the UHS outdoor basketball courts (drop off at front parking lot off Culver)
7:00pm: Kickoff

STUDENTS:

• Wear your marching band t-shirt, dark jeans or pants — no shorts. Any closed-toed shoes are fine.
• Bring: refillable water bottle, instrument, lyre, all music and your flip folder
• There is no case or personal belonging storage at University HS! Leave cases and personal belongings at home or in your car.
• Phones are not allowed in stands.
• Stay with a buddy at all times.
• Band staff/leadership/drumline/pit/tubas are all expected to UNLOAD the trucks back at NHS after the game.

PARENTS:

• Please pick up your student around 9:00pm at the front parking lot off Culver, in front of the school.
• This is the only supervised pickup location.
• If attending the game, please be aware that once inside the stadium, if you leave, you will not be allowed back inside the stadium.

REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR SPIRITWEAR
Parents, family & friends, support the marching band & color guard by wearing your NHS Instrumental Music spiritwear wear to the game. Be sure to stop by the spiritwear table at the next home game on October 4th to pick some up! You can also place an online order HERE.

PARENTS: THANK YOU FOR HELPING!
We hope you are enjoying watching your students perform and meeting other band parents! From getting the equipment and instruments to and from the game, to feeding the students, to helping them with their uniforms, it takes a small army to make sure each performance runs smoothly. We are so thankful for each and every one of you who support the band!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR UPCOMING HOME GAMES AND EVENTS
We still have some volunteer openings for October’s home games and November’s events. Please see the available spots below. THANK YOU for your support of the marching band & color guard. Their performances would not be possible without you!
TRANSPORTATION: bit.ly/2024MBTransportation
UNIFORMS: bit.ly/2024MBUniforms
FOOD: bit.ly/2024MBFood
STADIUM PREP: bit.ly/2024MBStadiumPrep
SPIRITWEAR: bit.ly/2024MBSpiritwear

FALL CONCERTS ARE COMING UP SOON!
Get ready for Northwood Instrumental’s Fall Concerts! You won’t want to miss this two night event, starting at 7:00pm on both nights in the NHS Theater. Concerts will be taking place on Wednesday, October 9th (Odd Day Ensembles) and Thursday October 10th (Even Day Ensembles). Concert tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, seniors and children. Concert/KMA vouchers may be used for this performance. 

CONCERT ATTIRE
Students, not sure what to wear for the concert? Please read this document for Concert Attire Options.. If you have any questions after reading this document, please contact WhitneyTavlarides@gmail.com.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE
Looking for the latest instrumental music news, calendar, music downloads or photos and videos from every performance and event? Find them on our website at timbmusic.org

NEXT TIMB MEETING, MONDAY, OCTOBER 7th, 6:30pm
Join us for the latest instrumental music news, including updates from the Music Directors. Email TIMB.President@gmail.com at least 1 hour prior to the meeting for the Zoom link. If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive the zoom link for all TIMB meetings, please indicate that in your email.

COMING UP: 
Fri, Sep 13th, 5:30pm: Away Game vs. Woodbridge at University HS
Fri, Sep 20th, 5:30pm: Away Game vs. Portola at Portola HS
Fri, Oct 4th, 5:30pm: Homecoming Football Game vs. Laguna at Irvine HS
Wed/Thu, Oct 9th/10th, 7:00pm: Instrumental Fall Concerts
Fri, Oct 25th, 5:30pm: Senior Rec Football Game vs. Fountain Valley at Irvine HS
Sat, Nov 2nd, late afternoon: Irvine Invitational Field Tournament at Irvine HS
Wed, Nov 6th, 4:30pm: Band Spectacular at Irvine HS

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org, ColeQuizon@IUSD.org or TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com

SECOND HOME GAME OF THE SEASON
NORTHWOOD VS. SONORA, FRIDAY, AUGUST 30th, PORTOLA HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM
Don’t miss out on the fun and excitement! Hear and see the Northwood Marching Band & Color Guard’s second performance of the season! The band will perform at the pre-game show, during the game, and at halftime. Invite family, friends, NHS & TIMB alumni; everyone is welcome!
5:30pm: Student call time, meet at the PHS outdoor basketball court (drop off at parking lot off Merit)
6:40pm: Pre-game show, National Anthem
7:00pm: Kickoff

STUDENTS:

• We will NOT be in uniform and the marching band photo will NOT be taken at this game.
• Wear your marching band t-shirt, dark jeans or pants — no shorts. Any closed-toed shoes are fine.
• Bring: refillable water bottle, instrument, lyre and all music.
• There is no case or personal belonging storage at Portola! Leave cases and personal belongings at home or in your car.
• Phones are not allowed in stands.
• Stay with a buddy at all times.
• Band staff/leadership/drumline/pit/tubas are all expected to UNLOAD the trucks back at NHS after the game.

PARENTS:

• Please pick up your student around 9:00pm in front of the gym in the parking lot off of Merit
• This is the only supervised pickup location.
• If attending the game, please be aware that once inside the stadium, if you leave, you will not be allowed back inside the stadium.

STOP BY THE SPIRITWEAR TABLE AT THE GAME & PICK UP YOUR ONLINE ORDERS
Parents, family & friends, support the marching band & color guard by wearing your spiritwear to the game! We will have a spiritwear table with select items available for purchase. Stop by and check out what’s available! Online orders will also be available for pick up at this table before the game until halftime. 

TAKE A LOOK AT PHOTOS FROM LAST WEEK’S GAME
Did you know that we have amazing parent photographers who capture special moments from each and every one of our performances? Take a moment to check them out HERE.

WE NEED TRUCK DRIVERS!
Truck drivers are like the backbone of every performance. Without the instruments and uniforms, the show cannot go on. Please consider helping out by signing up HERE to drive one of three trucks to our upcoming performances. Thank you!  

A HUGE THANK YOU to all of the volunteers who helped out at last week’s game! We hope you enjoyed seeing your student(s) perform, as well as meeting other band parents! Did you know that it takes 300+ volunteers to support marching band each season? We can only do this with your support and sincerely appreciate anything you can do to help! Thank you to those of you who have already signed up! There are still many opportunities available to help for 1-2 hours, or at every performance. Sign up HERE. Want to help, but not sure where? Contact TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com.

USC BAND DAY, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th, LA COLISEUM
Join us for USC Band Day and watch NHS perform alongside the USC Trojan Marching Band with other high schools from all over California as the Trojans take on the Utah State Aggies at their home opener. The game starts at 8:00pm. Student participants as well as guests who would like to ride the bus to and from the game with NHS should fill out THIS FORM if interested in participating in this fun event! There are also reserved tickets at special pricing available for the game HERE for those who plan to attend.  Please contact WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org with any questions.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE
Looking for the latest instrumental music news, calendar, music downloads or photos and videos from every performance and event? Find them on our website at timbmusic.org

NEXT TIMB MEETING, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th, 6:30pm
Join us for the latest instrumental music news, including updates from the Music Directors.
Email TIMB.President@gmail.com at least 1 hour prior to the meeting for the Zoom link. If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive the zoom link for all TIMB meetings, please indicate that in your email.

COMING UP: 
Fri, Aug 30th, 4:30pm: Home Game vs. Sonora at Portola HS
Thu, Sep 5th, 5:30pm: Home Game vs. Pacifica at Irvine HS (FIRST GAME IN UNIFORM)
Sat, Sep 7th, 8:00am-midnight: USC Performance at LA Coliseum (OPTIONAL)
Fri, Sep 13th, 5:30pm: Away Game vs. Woodbridge at University HS
Fri, Sep 20th, 5:30pm: Away Game vs. Portola at Portola HS

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org, ColeQuizon@IUSD.org or TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com

OUR FIRST FOOTBALL GAME OF THE SEASON IS HERE!
NORTHWOOD VS. IRVINE, FRIDAY, AUGUST 23rd, PORTOLA HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM
Don’t miss out on the fun and excitement! Hear and see the Northwood Marching Band & Color Guard’s first performance of the season! The band will perform at the pre-game show, during the game, and at halftime. Invite family, friends, NHS & TIMB alumni; everyone is welcome!
5:30pm: Student call time, meet at the PHS outdoor basketball court (dropoff at parking lot off Merit)
6:40pm: Pre-game show, National Anthem
7:00pm: Kickoff

STUDENTS:

• We will NOT be in uniform for this game.
• Wear your marching band t-shirt, dark jeans or pants — no shorts. Any closed-toed shoes are fine.
• Bring: refillable water bottle, instrument, lyre and all music.
• There is no case or personal belonging storage at Portola! Leave cases and personal belongings at home or in your car.
• Phones are not allowed in stands.
• Stay with a buddy at all times.
• Band staff/leadership/drumline/pit/tubas are all expected to UNLOAD the trucks back at NHS after the game.

PARENTS:

• Please pick up your student around 9:00pm in front of the gym in the parking lot off of Merit
• This is the only supervised pickup location.

REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR SPIRITWEAR!
Parents, family & friends, support the marching band & color guard by wearing your “I’m with the Band” spiritwear to the game. Online ordering is available for spiritwear here.

SECOND HOME GAME OF THE SEASON AND MARCHING BAND PHOTO, FRI, AUG 30th, PORTOLA HIGH
4:30pm: Student call time, meet at Portola High School Gym
5:30pm: Marching Band Photo
7:00pm: Marching Band Performs National Anthem, Kickoff
Enjoy the second football game of the season! The students will have their photo taken at this game. Hear and see the Northwood Marching Band & Color Guard perform before, during, and after the game. Invite family, friends, NHS & TIMB alumni; everyone is welcome!
*We need TRUCK DRIVERS, FOOD & UNIFORM HELPERS for this game! Please sign up here.  
If you do not attend the game, please pickup your student in front of the gym at approximately 9:00pm.

CHAPERONES NEEDED — USC PERFORMANCE, SAT, SEPT 7th, LA COLISEUM
Spots are filling up quickly for this event! We are still in need of chaperones to join us for the day. Buses will depart NHS at 8:00am and return by 11:00pm. Please contact WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org if you would like to participate in this event as a chaperone!

A HUGE THANK YOU to all the parent, student and alumni volunteers who helped last week during band camp! We hope you enjoyed seeing your student(s) perform, as well as meeting other band parents! Did you know that it takes 300+ volunteers to support marching band each season? We can only do this with your support and sincerely appreciate anything you can do to help! Thank you to those of you who have already signed up! There are still many opportunities available to help for 1-2 hours, or at every performance. Sign up HERE. Want to help, but not sure where? Contact TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.comTIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com.

MARCHING BAND INFORMATION
Looking for the season schedule, pre-camp parent/student meeting recording, music download, or other documents sent with the “Welcome to Marching Band & Color Guard” email newsletter? Find them on our website: timbmusic.org.

NEXT TIMB MEETING, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th, 6:30pm
Join us for the latest instrumental music news, including updates from the Music Directors.
Email TIMB.President@gmail.com at least 1 hour prior to the meeting for the Zoom link. If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive the zoom link for all TIMB meetings, please indicate that in your email.

COMING UP: 
Fri, Aug 23rd, 5:30pm: Home Game vs. Irvine at Portola HS
Fri, Aug 30th, 4:30pm: Home Game vs. Sonora at Portola HS (and MARCHING BAND PHOTO)
Thu, Sep 5th, 5:30pm: Home Game vs. Pacifica at Irvine HS
Sat, Sep 7th, 8:00am-midnight: USC Performance at LA Coliseum (OPTIONAL)
Fri, Sep 13th, 5:30pm: Away Game vs. Woodbridge at University HS
Fri, Sep 20th, 5:30pm: Away Game vs. Portola at Portola HS

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org or TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com

WELCOME TO THE 2024 SEASON OF NHS MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD!

We are excited to kick off the school year with the 2024 Marching Band & Color Guard show, “The Music of Disney”. With over 250 members, the Timberwolf Marching Band will be one of the largest student groups on campus. This email contains all of the important information for Marching Band & Color Guard Camp and for the 2024 Season.

Important details to prepare for camp:

• ALL NEW MEMBERS and parents, attend the MANDATORY Pre-Camp Meeting Wednesday, August 7th at 6:00pm in the NHS Theater. Please join us for a Dessert Social following the meeting.
• Read through all documents HERE, or click individual links below:

Welcome Letter and Summer Band Camp Details and Sheet Music Downloads

Sample Camp Contract – This is just a sample. Your contract will be mailed to your home address for the parent and student to sign and submit at your uniform fitting appointment.

Marching Band Uniform Information – including how to sign up online for your uniform fitting.
IMPORTANT: Your signed contract is required in order for you to participate in your uniform fitting

Color Guard Uniform Information – no need to sign up for a fitting — your CG coach will arrange this

2024 Marching Band & Color Guard Season Calendar

Save the Dates Flyer – Kickoff Performance Information and 2024 music download details for summer practice

PARENTS: Marching Band & Color Guard Volunteer Signup – It takes a small army to support the band! Help for an hour, or at every game.

Marching Band Photo Information – This year’s marching band photo will be taken at a football game

You may also access the above information from our website: www.TIMBMusic.org

IMPORTANT BAND CAMP DATES:

• August 5-7 – Drumline and Pit Required Pre-Camp (9am-4pm)
• August 5-7 – Color Guard Required Pre-Camp (9am-12pm)
• August 6-7 – Leadership (9am-3:30pm)
• August 7 – ALL New Members (12:30pm-3:30pm)
• August 8, 9, 12-15 – BAND CAMP for ALL members (9am-4pm) Room #501
• August 15 – KICKOFF PERFORMANCE (6pm)

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org or TIMB.ExecVP@gmail.com.

See all you new members and parents at the Pre-Camp Meeting on Wednesday, August 7th at 6:00pm!

JAZZ AT THE OAK – TONIGHT!
Please join us for this free community event which will take place TONIGHT, Friday, May 17th, at 5:30pm around the NHS Oak Tree. Bring your lawn chair, grab a bite from Tacos & Co. and enjoy performances by the amazing jazz musicians from NHS and Sierra Vista Middle School!

POPS CONCERTS – NEXT WEEK!
Join us for the final concerts of the school year! All concerts begin at 7:00pm in the NHS Theater:

• Tuesday, 5/21 – Guitar, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Concert Orchestra
• Wednesday, 5/22 – String Orchestra, Symphonic Orchestra, Wind Ensemble
• Thursday, 5/23 (Gala) – Jazz Ensemble I, Wind Symphony, Philharmonic, Vocal Music

Ticket & Voucher Information:

• Tues, 5/21 and Wed, 5/22 Concert prices are:  $10 adults, $5 students and seniors
• Thur, 5/23 Gala prices are:  $15 adults, $10 students and seniors
• You can exchange your KMA (Keep Music Alive donation) vouchers for tickets for the Tues, 5/21 and Wed, 5/22 concerts. You can use ONE ticket to attend both concerts.
• KMA vouchers will not be accepted at the Thur, 5/23 Gala. You must buy a separate ticket for this performance.
• No presales; all tickets and voucher exchanges will be at the concert.
• CHARTER OAK DONORS: You will be seated starting at 6:45pm for the Tues, 5/21 and Wed, 5/22 concerts. Please arrive early! No early seating for the Thur, 5/23 Gala.

We need concert volunteers for each night. Please sign up HERE if you can help, thank you! Students may sign up for service hours.

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT SURVEY
We love our seniors and want to celebrate them! We will be highlighting seniors on our Instagram account (@northwoodinstrumental) with Senior Spotlights.
Please complete the survey HERE by Tuesday, May 28th and include a fun photo if you wish!

2024 MARCHING BAND & COLOR GUARD CAMP
Click HERE to sign up for the best week of the year! ALL students, and all levels of music experience, are welcome; please share with friends!

2024 MARCHING BAND CAMP: SAVE THE DATES! 
It’s never too early to start thinking about Marching Band! Online registration will begin in late March; watch your email for details. All events will be held on campus at NHS. ALL students, and all levels of music experience, are welcome; please share with friends! BAND CAMP IS REQUIRED FOR ALL MARCHING BAND AND COLOR GUARD PARTICIPANTS.

• 2024 MARCHING BAND CAMP* – August 8th, 9th, 12th-15th, 9am-4pm
• LEADERSHIP***– August 6th & 7th (9am-3:30pm)
• NEW MEMBERS** – August 7th (12:30-3:30pm)
• COLOR GUARD – August 5th, 6th & 7th (Time TBD)
• PIT & DRUMLINE – August 5th, 6th & 7th (Time TBD)
• ALL CAMP MEETING* – Wednesday, August 7th, 6:00 pm
• KICKOFF PERFORMANCE – Thursday, August 15, 6:00 pm

* Required attendance for ALL members
**Required attendance for all NEW members

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE
Looking for the latest instrumental music news, calendar, music downloads or photos and videos from every performance and event? Find them on our website at timbmusic.org

NEXT TIMB MEETING, MONDAY, JUNE 3rd, 6:30pm
Join us for the latest instrumental music news, including updates from the Music Directors.
Email TIMB.President@gmail.com at least 1 hour prior to the meeting for the Zoom link. If you would like to be added to the mailing list to receive the zoom link for all TIMB meetings, please indicate that in your email.

COMING UP: 
Friday, May 17th – Jazz at the Oak, NHS Oak
Tues, May 21st – Thur, May 23rd – POPS Concerts, NHS Theater
August 8th, 9th, 12th-15th – Marching Band Camp

Questions? Email WhitneyTavlarides@IUSD.org, BenCase@IUSD.org or TIMB.President@gmail.com