Glossary of band terms for the Herndon High School Pride of Herndon Marching Band band glossary glossary Auxiliary The term originally used for the flag/rifle carriers who stood at the front of marching show. Evolved into modern Color Guard when dance and decorative flags were added. Now known as Guard or Color Guard; see Guard/Color Guard for more details. BOA Bands of America An organization that manages and oversees marching band competitions. For more information Battery Marching Band percussion section that carries drums and marches; is comprised of snare drums, bass drums, and quads (see Quads). Cadence The beat played by percussion during a parade to indicate the marching pace. Also played as the band marches off the field after a field show or rehearsal. Caption Awards Various awards a marching band can win at competitions, can include: Drum Major, Drumline, Auxiliary, Music, Marching, General Effect, Percussion Class Grand Champion, Pit Crew and Audience Spirit Awards, Overall Class Champion (based on highest points across all classes.) Points can total up to 100 for each adjudicated category. Clinicians Personnel hired to help out with various sections of the band, as in brass instructor or drumline instructor. Color Guard A group of students who add color and style to marching band performances with flags and other props. Formerly know as Auxiliary, the term originally used for the flag/rifle carriers who stood at the front of marching show that evolved into modern-day color guard when dance and decorative flags were added. Drill The steps and positions that make up the Marching Band show. (see Sets) Drill Book The notebook that holds each individual student’s drill for the Marching Band show. Drill Down A marching skills contest conducted along the lines of “Simon Says.” Contest is one of the highlights of the parent show at the end of band camp. Drum Major(s) Student conductor(s) who direct the marching band as it plays. Drumline The entire percussion section of the Marching Band; includes both the PIT and the Battery. Flags Flags/silks used by the Guard during a Marching Band show. Front Ensemble Formerly known as PIT. Marching Band percussion section that does not march but rather plays on the sidelines and are staged at the front of the band during marching competitions. It is comprised of instruments such as tympani, xylophones, gongs, etc. Gauntlets Wrist and lower-arm covering; part of Marching Band/Guard uniform. Indoor Drumline A competitive Percussion group that includes both the Battery and the Front Ensemble that compete after the Marching Band season is over Welcomes non-percussionists as well. Indoor Guard A competitive Guard group that competes after the Marching Band season is over. Welcomes those who weren't a part of Guard during the Marching Band season. For more information PIT Percussion Instrument Team Now known as Front Ensemble; see Front Ensemble for more information PIT Crew A group of parent volunteers who assist students that are in the Front Ensemble, formerly known as PIT, before and after the band preforms at a competition. Responsiblities include helping to get the instruments on and off the field within the allotted time frame, assisting students load and unload percussion instruments on and off the truck, and helping the Front Ensemble students assemble their instruments and set up for competition. Also known as "Pit Parents" Pep Band Small subset of the band that plays for the away football games. Plumes The feathered portion of the Marching Band hats (very fragile); provided by band. Podium Raised platform upon which conductors stand. Also known as Tower Quads Set of 4 connected drums carried by member of the battery. Also known as Teners or Tener Drums Red Box A locked box that hangs on the door next to Mrs. Jacoby’s office in the band hallway This box is used to send/turn in materials to the Band Parent’s Association. It is the location where most forms and items can be dropped for pick-up by the BPA Treasurer. NEVER PUT CASH IN THE RED BOX. All money that is deposited in the RED BOX should be in the form of a check. Generally, checks can be made payable to HHSBPA unless other instructions have been given. All materials deposited into the RED BOX should be inside a sealed envelope with the Band Member’s name clearly marked on the outside. It is recommended that a brief description of the contents also be marked on the outside of the envelope. Rifles Imitation wooden rifles the Guard use in a Marching Band or Winter Guard show. (They’re heavy!) Run-through Practicing the Marching Band show. Sabers Docorative swords that the Guard uses in a Marching Band show. Scoring See section in BOA Adjudicators Handbook, starting on page 24 for a description of scoring for BOA. Scoring rules are not universal across judging organizations, but this is a nice insight into the whole process from a judge’s point of view. Section A Marching Band instrument group; such as “alto sax section” or Color Guard Section Leader Band student who is in charge of a Marching Band instrument section; such as “alto sax section leader.” Sectional A practice or rehearsal by a section of instruments. Sets Sub-set of the shows. Solo and Ensemble Festival VBODA music competition for individuals and small music groups, for example “clarinet quartet” or “brass choir” held in the Spring. Step Off The precise moment when a Marching Band parade performance starts. Tag Day A fundraiser where students go door-to-door presenting tags with the band performance schedule printed on it to community members while soliciting donations to the band. Tenor Drums Set of 4 connected drums carried by member of the battery. Also known as Quads Tower Raised platform upon which conductors stand. Also known as Podium USSBA United States Scholastic Bands Association Oversees marching band competitions. For more information VBODA Virginia Bands and Orchestra Directors Association Governing body for the Solo and Ensemble Festival and state marching competitions. For more information VMBC Virginia Marching Band Cooperative Non Profit organization for Herndon Showcase of Bands VMBC is a non-profit marching band circuit founded, structured, administrated, implemented and monitored by the board of directors to educationally and artistically benefit Virginia bands Winds The non-percussion part of the band; any instrument that is played by blowing air.

Overview of key information for the Marching Band season marching band overview rules and regulations: All rules and regulations set forth by the Fairfax County Public Schools Students Rights and Responsibilities Handbook apply to our preseason rehearsals: While attending, students must remain in the Music department unless accompanied by an adult or chaperone The auditorium and gym are off limits to all band students unless prior arrangements have been made through the director No student may leave campus for any reason without prior written consent SCHEDULES: Marching Band members will perform at every home football game and will be involved with approximately FIVE Saturday performances throughout the months of September and October. Once the new school year begins, the FULL marching band will practice after school on: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30pm –5:45pm Wednesdays from 6:15pm - 9:00pm (these evening rehearsals are our only opportunity during the week to rehearse on the main football field) Students should plan after school teacher meetings so they do not conflict with rehearsal times. If your teacher can only meet during rehearsal times, please see Mr. Fisher so he can help you coordinate A few important dates: Mon, July 20th - Guard Camp (tentative) Wed, July 29th - Percussion Camp Mon, August 3rd - Rookie Day (First Year Marchers, Color Guard, Drumline) Tuesday, August 4th - Everyone! A full calendar of all planned events will be provided for ease of scheduling. Schedules sometime change, so up to date information will also be available here on the website: Events calendar - events where the band performs or interacts with the community Activities calendar - activities where the band practices or members meet internally what to bring to camp: Day 1 - All Completed forms. You can find a list of required forms on the Forms page: Emergency Care Form Additional Medical Forms Bring your required medications each day Bring a bagged lunch daily. Students are not permitted to leave campus for lunch A large refillable water container with your name on it. Camelbacks or similar is preferable to keep hydrated throughout the day Comfortable running/walking shoes with socks to prevent blisters. Flip-flops and sandals are not permitted Bring your instrument with mouthpiece, extra reeds, valve oil, etc Sun block, sunglasses, bug repellant, hat Wear light, comfortable clothing. Check Spirit Days to coordinate clothes with band friends! Your payment form for Shoes (if applicable) Check made payable to the “HHSBPA” Cash in envelope with student name Online here on our website Attendance: Attendance at all marching band rehearsals is mandatory. Marching band is a group activity, and every participant plays a vital role. We cannot function successfully if members are missing from the rehearsed formations. If you have fall activity conflicts it's essential that you communicate with Mr. Fisher to discuss a scheduling compromise! Once you have arrived at school for July Band Camp, students may only leave before the end of the day for an absolute emergency for which they have obtained written permission from a parent or guardian and the Band Director. If communication is not made, the period of absence will be marked as “Unexcused” and may influence the student’s level of participation during the season Please try to schedule medical, dental, or other appointments at times that do not conflict with the rehearsal schedule. Our preparation time is very limited and very important

The Pride of Herndon Marching Band events throughout the season EVENTS Upcoming Events CALENDAR VIEW Competition - Freedom HS Sat, Sep 19 Freedom High School Learn more Showcase of Bands Sat, Sep 26 Herndon High School Stadium Tickets Competition - Marine Corps Invitational Sat, Oct 03 Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Learn more Home Football Game & Senior Night vs Washington-Liberty Fri, Oct 16 Herndon High School Stadium Learn more Competition - Woodgrove HS Sat, Oct 17 Woodgrove High School Learn more Homecoming Parade and Football Game vs Yorktown Sat, Oct 24 Herndon High School Stadium Learn more Marching State Assessment (VBODA) Mon, Oct 26 Rocktown High School Learn more Tag Day Concert Wed, Oct 28 Herndon High School Auditorium Learn more Herndon Tree Lighting Sat, Dec 05 Herndon Old Town Hall Learn more Winter Concert Tue, Dec 15 Herndon High School Auditorium Learn more Pre-Assessment Concert Wed, Feb 24 Herndon High School Auditorium Learn more 2027 Pyramid Concert Wed, Mar 03 Herndon High School Auditorium Learn more Load More Marching Band Showcase Homecoming Parade Band Fundraising Concert

Pictures and Recordings for the Herndon High School Band PICTURES & recordings Pictures - Check out our Photo Gallery on Flickr !! All of the pictures are reduced in size to save on storage space and to make them load quickly on your computer. Their reduced size won’t be noticeable on your monitor; but, if you want to print them, they may not turn out so well. Not to worry, though. Just send an email to photography@herndonband.org with the name of the album and we’ll pass the note to the right photographer who will give you the original high-resolution file. Marching Band Videos – Click here - Password Required Video Password is the same password to access Forms Page. If you do not have a PW please contact Communications@herndonband.org to request password (please provide relationship to band) Concert Recordings Page - Click Here - Password Required Use the PW to enter this page The downloads are free, but we ask that you consider a PayPal donation of $10 All Downloads are legal and free for personal use only. Collect them all!! Archives Pictures : If you receive an error message use Google Chrome as your Internet browser 2021 - 2022 Gallery 2020 - 2021 Gallery 2019 - 2020 Gallery 2018 - 2019 Gallery 2017 - 2018 Gallery 2016 - 2017 Gallery 2015 - 2016 Gallery 2014 – 2015 Gallery 2013 – 2014 Gallery 2012 – 2013 Gallery 2011 – 2012 Gallery 2010 - 2011 Gallery 2009 - 2010 Gallery 2008 - 2009 Gallery 2007 - 2008 Gallery 2006 - 2007 Gallery 1968 - 2006 Gallery Videos : 2016 Cherry Blossom Parade - Video courtesy Robin Handy - Video courtesy Mina Phillips - Video courtesy Robert Brown - Video courtesy of Mar y Wilkerson - Video courtesy of Tim Barton - Video courtesy WJLA 2015 Electrical Parade at Disney World - Video courtesy Tim Barton - Video courtesy Laura Pels - Video courtesy Robert Brown - Video courtesy Donna Perlish 2015 Color Guard at Disney World - Courtesy Ashley Gaffey 2015 Indoor Drumline - AIA Finals at Robinson HS- Courtesy Patricia Adams 2015 Jazz Band - at Chantilly HS – Courtesy Tim Barton 2014 Drumline – HHS Pep Rally – Courtesy Jacob Reeves 2014 Indoor Drumline - AIA Finals at Freedom HS - Courtesy Andrea Eliason 2013 Indoor Drumline – Courtesy Jacob Reeves 2013 Pearl Harbor Parade – Courtesy Jacob Reeves 2013 USS Missouri, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii – Courtesy Jacob Reeves Marching Band Video's prior to 2012 2012 Marching Band – JMU Performance 10/20/2012 – courtesy Adrian Morgan 2010 Marching Band - Homecoming Parade/Game 1984 Marching Band - at VBODA assessment, 10/27/1984 If parents want to order the DVDs of the AIA Prelims 2015 , click on this link Drumline order package 3 (PSRA division), Guard order package 5 (CGSRA2 division). Interested in submitting pictures or videos? Let us know by sending an email to Communications@herndonband.org . In 1966, 67, and 68 the band recorded three albums involving the concert band and the stage band under the direction of Mr. James Swinney. They can be accessed here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NmgGxg_rF-Il-iFor6eKaS4vcpbDYFiN?usp=sharing Recollections of recording the album by Luther Nossett, Class of 69: The band was a much more modest operation in the 1960s, but we did OK for a group of country kids. The sound quality of the recordings is not the best, but these were recorded in the auditorium, not in a sound studio. A few of the members have made careers in the music industry as band directors, performers, and one sound engineer in Nashville. There are stage band recordings with should bring some smiles, since some of the songs are reflective of the popular tunes of the day.

Leave a note for Herndon's beloved outgoing Band Director Kathleen Jacoby is moving on to a new opportunity after 17 storied years as Herndon High School's Band Director. Kathleen has implemented a world class band program and touched the lives of countless peers, staff, and students. Leave Mrs. Jacoby a message below to wish her good luck and let her know how much she has meant to you Messages will be printed in the Tag Day program unless marked Private We are no longer collecting Messages for Kathleen We are no longer collecting Messages for Kathleen We are no longer collecting Messages for Kathleen We are no longer collecting Messages for Kathleen

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Sat, Sep 07 | Herndon Host Locations Tag Day Tag Day is the largest fundraiser for the Herndon High School Band Time & Location Sep 07, 2024, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Herndon Host Locations, Herndon, VA 20170, USA About The Event Tag Day is the band's largest fundraiser. Donations help reduce student fees and pay for master instructors, uniforms, instrument maintenance, invitational performances and more. On Tag Day all Herndon Band students, dressed in their uniforms, will fan out across the Herndon High School District to share information about the Band Program, while asking for donations. Our goal is to reach every neighborhood in the school district, so if this is where you live, you are likely to see them! Support them with a donation, honk, and a wave. Want to donate ? Donate here ! Read More > Share This Event

< Back Previous Next Tag Day - Area Chair Coordinator ​ Theresa Puentes Board Tag Day is the biggest fundraising event for the Pride of Herndon Band. Donations collected on Tag Day are split 50-50 between the student accounts and the band. These proceeds can be used for future expenses such as concert fees and the Spring Trip. To bring in those donations, all HHS band and guard students, dressed in their band or guard uniforms, walk door-to-door in their neighborhoods asking for contributions. The students travel in groups of two or three and hand out flyers with information about the band and tags with the concert schedule for the band (hence the name -Tag Day) while asking for contributions. If no one is home, the students will leave a mail-in envelope. Students can also send contribution requests to relatives and friends. Coordinator Responsibilities include: Ask for an area chair and co-chair for each area. (beginning of band camp) Get everything ready to go to the printer. Look at the number of kids in each area and consider moving some in order to level the areas. (last week in August) Send everything to the printer. (1 or 2 weeks before area chair meeting) Divide handouts/envelops/tags by area and prepare area bags (cloth grocery bags or boxes). Hold area chair meeting to distribute handouts, etc. and give instruction to area chairs. (the last week of band camp during the evening camp time) Visit area chair homes to see how things are going. Count money -Treasurer comes to coordinator's house and the area chairs arrive at scheduled times to count money together. Prepare summary report for the BPA Board. Previous Next