Concert and Symphonic Band Newsletter - November 14th, 2025
- pearsonmsband
- Nov 13
- 3 min read
Updated: Nov 14
Upcoming events
Click here to view the Pearson Band Calendar. Most band events for the 2025-2026 school year have been added to the calendar. Click here to view a list of required (graded) performances for the 2025-2026 school year.
November 17th- Reedy HS 8th Grade Game Night
November 17th- Frisco Band Academy
November 19th- Canes' Spirit Night (Date change!)
December 9th- Winter Concert @ Reedy HS
December 12-13- All-Region Clinic/Concert @ Reedy HS/Pearson MS
Frisco Band Academy- November 17th
7th and 8th grade students zoned to FHS should have received the below email earlier this week. If you did not, please let me know so that we can get that fixed.
Hello 7th and 8th grade Band families bound for Frisco High School,
The Frisco Band is hosting an event for FHS-bound 7th and 8th graders, called “Frisco Band Academy” (‘FBA’). The first meeting is Monday, Nov. 17, 5:00 – 7:00 pm, at the FHS Band Hall. Click here for instructions on drop-off. FBA will feature opportunities for students to:
Get help with their band music and solos (students should bring their instrument and band binder. Percussion bring binder and stick bag.)
Meet new friends!
Learn more about what to expect in high school!
Enjoy a PIZZA DINNER, free of charge!
And more
Please fill out this form to sign-up. Feel free to contact Mr. Simon with any questions- simond@friscoisd.org. We look forward to seeing everyone!
*ALSO- 8th grade families received an email which included information about high school band. Please check it out, and contact Mr. Simon with any questions!
Sincerely,
The Frisco Band Staff
Reedy HS 8th Grade Game Night- November 17th
8th grade students and parents that are zoned for Reedy HS should have received the below email from Mr. Stalcup today. If you did not, let me know so that we can get that fixed.
🎲 Students:
Join us on Monday, November 17th from 5:30–7:30 PM for a joint game night with the Reedy High School Band! This is a fun and relaxed way to connect with current high school band members, enjoy some games, eat great food, and kick off the Thanksgiving break with some excitement.
Whether or not you plan to continue in band next year, we’d love for all 8th-grade band students to attend—you won’t want to miss it!
👨👩👧 Parents:
While your student is having fun, we invite you to join us from 6:45–7:30 PM for a brief but informative session about high school band. We’ll answer common questions like:
How much time does band really take?
Can my child succeed academically while in band?
(Spoiler: YES! Last year’s valedictorian was a four-year band member!)
Can my child participate in other activities while doing band?
(Spoiler: YES! Our students are involved in nearly every activity on campus!)
How does band fit into a high school schedule?
We’ll also share a slide deck afterward, but you’ll get the most value from attending in person—we promise it’ll be worth your time!
At Reedy, we’re proud to offer a world-class band experience that builds on the strong musical foundation your student has already developed. We’re here to support them in all their high school endeavors and beyond.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. We hope to see you there!
Sincerely,
Logan Stalcup
Director of Bands
Winter Concert Uniform
Concert and Symphonic Band students will wear the formal uniform for the Winter Concert on December 9th (as well as 3-4 concerts in the Spring Semester).
Formal Uniform :
Black dress pants
Black dress shirt (button-up or blouse) with sleeves that hit the elbows or below
Black dress shoes (closed toe, flat bottom)
Plain, long black dress socks or stockings
Students should NOT wear tshirts, jeans or joggers, tennis shoes/sneakers, or white socks.
See a great example of band students wearing the correct uniform in this instagram post! Please use the next few weeks to make sure your student has all of the correct parts of the uniform.
Symphonic Band Sectionals
Symphonic Band students are meeting in student led sectionals for the next 3 weeks.
Concert Band Sectionals
Monday AM (7:30-8:15am)-Flutes and Oboes
Monday PM (3:55-4:40pm)-Saxophones and French Horns
Wednesday AM (7:30-8:15am)-Trumpets
Wednesday PM (3:55-4:40pm)-Low Brass and Low Reeds
Friday Advisory-Clarinets
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