Upcoming events
Click here to view the Pearson Band Calendar. Most band events for the 2023-2024 school year have been added to the calendar. Click here to view a list of required (graded) band events for the 23-24 school year.
April 16 - Spirit Night Fundraiser at Cane Rosso
April 24 - Band Social Event at Studio Movie Grill
May 1 - Beginning Band Solo Contest
May 6 - Band Spring Concert
May 15 - End of the Year Band Party
Band Spirit Night Fundraiser at Cane Rosso
Studio Movie Grill Social Event
We are excited to announce our next social event for the Pearson Band. We will be attending Studio Movie Grill on the evening of April 24th to watch Kung Fu Panda 4 and eat dinner together. Details for the event are below:
When: Wednesday at 6 pm. Students will be ready for pick-up by 8:05 pm.
Where: Studio Movie Grill- The Colony (4860 State Hwy 121, The Colony, TX 75056)
Transportation will not be provided. Parents/Guardians are responsible for drop-off and pick-up at Studio Movie Grill. Students must be picked-up inside Studio Movie Grill. No students will be allowed to leave the building without an adult.
How: Tickets are $22.50 and can be purchased through Cheddar-Up (click HERE). This includes the movie ticket, popcorn, soda/tea, and your choice of entree from the following: Cheese or pepperoni pizza, Crispy chicken tenders, SMG burger, Chili Lime Salad.
Tickets must be purchased by Thursday, April 18th. There will be no refunds for tickets purchased. Students that attend agree to follow all Pearson Middle School rules and Pearson Middle School Band trip expectations.
We are looking forward to a fun evening with our Pearson Band family!
Beginner Solo Contest - Wednesday, May 1st
The Beginner Band Solo Contest is on Wednesday, May 1st at Pearson Middle School. This contest is for all students in Beginner Band.
This contest runs from 4:30-7:00 with each student having a 5-7 minute time slot. If your student needs a specific time, please email Mr. Jenson by Friday April 19th at 4:00pm. jensonm@friscoisd.org
Students will arrive 15 minutes before their solo's start time so they can find their room and warm‐up.
Students will leave after they perform. They will receive results and awards from their band directors in class the next day.
Families are allowed to be in the performance room while their student is playing.
Since this is a performance for a live judge, we are asking that students wear nice clothes to the event. This includes collared shirts, slacks, dresses, pantsuits, dress shoes, etc. We ask that students avoid wearing jeans, shorts, tennis shoes, or sandals
Pearson Band Parent Association (PBPA) Board Positions for 2024-2025 School Year
We need you to serve as a member of the PBPA Board! The PBPA, or Band Boosters, play a vital role in helping the Pearson Band program run. Because of their support, we are able to participate in events and competitions, bring in clinicians to work with students, and hold social events. The Treasurer and Secretary positions are open for the 2024-2025 school year. If you are interested in serving in either one of these roles, please email Mrs. Black at blackmj@friscoisd.org
Frisco ISD Summer Band Camp
The middle school band directors of Frisco ISD are excited to announce the dates of the 2024 Frisco ISD Middle School Summer Band Camp. This camp is for current 6th and 7th grade (fall 2024 7th & 8th grade) band students in Frisco ISD and will be aimed towards playing fun music and meeting new friends across the district. Your student also will have the opportunity to work with expert teachers and professional musicians / educators. Please see the information below for more details!
Who? Current 6th and 7th grade (fall 2024 7th & 8th grade) Frisco ISD Band students
When? Monday-Thursday, June 3-6, 2024 (8:00 AM-12:00 PM each day, concert on Thursday starting at 12:30 PM)
Where? Wakeland HS (10700 Legacy Dr, Frisco, TX 75034) & Emerson HS (6300 Collin McKinney Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070)
How Much? $100
How do I sign up?
Fill out the registration Google Form found in the Frisco ISD MS Summer Band Camp website from March 18-April 12, 2024.
Pay for the camp on OnlineSchoolFees during the payment window (April 22-May 3rd). Summer camp registration will be billed through the FISD online school fees account. The entry fee will not be active for a few weeks after filling out the registration form.
The payment window will be open in OnlineSchoolFees from April 22-May 3rd
For help accessing OnlineSchool Fees, please see the guidance from the FISD website below: https://www.friscoisd.org/about/resources-and-information/online-payment-systems
Please note that your registration is not complete until payment has been received through OnlineSchoolFees in the payment window. End of day on May 3rd is a hard deadline to submit payment for the camp.
Summer Band Camps
We strongly encourage your student to attend a band camp this summer! It is a great opportunity for your student to improve on their instrument and make new friends. There are many options in the DFW metroplex and around the state.
CLICK HERE to view a list of band camps available for summer 2024. This list will be updated as we receive information about 2024 dates and locations.
Daily Practice
All Beginning Band students should be taking their instrument home and practicing daily. During their practice time, students should play and reinforce concepts being taught in class and work on any material they are struggling to play. A daily practice habit is essential to becoming a great musician! Please help your student to build this habit by encouraging (and sometimes telling) them to practice every day.
Parents, the following is a fantastic guide for what and how your student should be practicing: https://practicingguide.weebly.com/