I’m sure there are some puzzled folks about our two “regional” rehearsals coming up in March. We have two rehearsals scheduled in March - one at FVL on March 7 and one at KML on March 21. Both rehearsals will run from 1 - 5 PM.

Which one do you attend? Why are there two? Basically, there was not a Sunday in March when all schools were free. In fact, it was difficult to find even four schools that had the same free Sunday. Many schools have concerts in March, and the WELS Lutheran Band Festival also takes place in March. Therefore, we decided to try something new - a regional rehearsal.

At last count, FVL, WISCO, and LHS should be at the rehearsal on March 7 at FVL. It looks like MLHS, KML, and SLHS will be at the rehearsal at KML on March 21. WLA and LPS may be able to make either - or both! Students at those schools should check with their directors to see which one you will attend.

Students may certainly attend both rehearsals if you wish. Some may not necessarily be involved in their school’s choral concert, and therefore do not have the conflict that others may have.

We are going to try to get the majority of the percussion students at the March 7 rehearsal at FVL. It looks like most will be able to make that rehearsal. In so doing, we will not be transporting all of our marching percussion equipment to the rehearsal at KML on March 21.

What will we do? There will be many people missing at both rehearsals. Basically, the rehearsals will be good sectional time for the wind and guard sections. Up until now, we have only worked in full-group settings. These regionals will give our sections the opportunity to work in smaller groups. We will also have the opportunity for our visual staff to concentrate on more basics of marching and movement, especially since there was not much visual during our February rehearsal.

As stated earlier, both rehearsals will run from 1 - 5 PM. There will be no lunch or supper provided at rehearsal, so individual schools that will be traveling should plan accordingly. Directors, be sure to be clear with your students as to your school’s plans for these sectionals, and also communicate with your parents as to your plans.