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Herndon High School hosts the Showcase of Bands with over local high school marching 30 bands SHOWCASE OF BANDS The Herndon High School Band is proud to host the annual Showcase of Bands. This HHS tradition is your chance to see over 35 of the best regional marching bands perform and compete all in our backyard -- and it's the band's most attended fundraiser of the whole season. Enjoy a festive full day of music, marching, and more. Don't miss a special Pride of Herndon performance at midday. Don't miss our 27th Annual Showcase as we kick off the 2024 Marching Band competition season! Questions about the event? See our FAQs below. VMBC NOVA Regional Presented by Herndon High School Where : Herndon High School Stadium When : Saturday September 28, 2024 Time: 9:00am - 10:00pm SCORES SCHEDULE CONCESSIONS PROGRAM "Good Luck.You're amazing!" - Mom & Dad Send an over-the-loudspeaker shout out to your favorite marcher, director, or friend! You can now purchase Air Grams on our website. ORDER NOW over 35 bands 5,500+ attendees THANK YOU SHOWCASE DONORS Weird Brothers Coffee Herndon Location Wegmans Reston, VA NVHC Weird Brothers Coffee Herndon Location 1/15 purchase showcase ads: BUSINESS ADS SECTION ADS STUDENT ADS want to HELP WITH showcase? ALL VOLUNTEERS Volunteer positions for all Herndon High School band members, alumni, students, and family members HMS FAMILIES Volunteer positions for Herndon Middle School band students and family members DONATE FOOD Donate food for the Hospitality Suite. This helps feed our volunteers LOAN ITEMS We need coolers and canopies to keep drinks cold and volunteers out of the sun More questions about volunteering? Contact: volunteer@herndonband.org showcase faq: How can I volunteer? Start with the Sign Up Genius links above. Should you wish to volunteer for Showcase or for future events please contact volunteer@herndonband.org . Or, on the day of the Showcase, walk to the kiosk in front of Door 7 and speak with the volunteer coordinator. How long is the event? The Showcase of Bands event runs from 9 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Volunteer shifts start from 7 a.m.and end at 11 p.m. What is the cost for attendees, and how do I purchase tickets? Please see the showcase event page for ticket information. Tickets are available for purchase on the website and at the stadium. What is the rain plan? In the event of inclement weather VMBC and Herndon Event Coordinator will contact directors with delay, standstill, indoor performance or cancellation scenarios. When does the Herndon High School Band perform? This year Herndon High School Performs at 1:30pm. Program/schedule: https://www.herndonband.org/showcase-program Where do I park? All volunteers (adults) should park at the Dominion Christian School, previously Temple Baptist Church on Dranesville Road and walk through the gate near the tennis courts. Students may be dropped off at the entrance to the band room or at the front of the school. Where do volunteers check in? Please report to check in 15 MINUTES before your shift! Check in at the kiosk in front of Door 7. You will be given a name tag and directed to your station. What do I need to bring? Please bring a fully-charged cell phone, a flexible attitude, and a big smile. Can I cheer during the performance? Cheering is part of the whole experience; so, of course, you can cheer. The bands love to hear the crowd respond to the great music and precise drill execution. Remember, though, cheering at the wrong time is distracting and may unnerve some of the performers. So, give the performers all the positive feedback they deserve while on the field. What is the best way to enjoy the performances? Be an active audience member. If you see something you like during a performance, applaud or cheer. After the performance, if you see a band member, congratulate them on a great performance. And don’t forget to congratulate the band directors. They work especially hard in the marching competition season. Where are the bathrooms? The bathrooms are located by the concession stand just inside the entrance to the stadium. What do I wear? Adults wear red or black shirts. HHS band students should wear their show shirts, HHS students should wear Herndon shirts, HMS and Elementary students should wear their band shirt or Herndon Pyramid shirts. Dress for the weather, including the unexpected and have comfortable shoes. Can I take pictures and video my band's performance? We welcome photographers and videographers from the stands or on the track. VMBC will not be allowing band representative in the press box. What do I do when I get to my volunteer station? Check-in with the area supervisor. Stay at your station until replacement arrives. Please notify the Volunteer Coordinator at Door 7 should you have to leave early. What do volunteers and bands do if it rains? HHSBPA follows the FCPS Inclement Weather Policy. Light rain will not hamper this event. In the event that there is heavy rain or lightning, each area will be instructed on where to report. We have procured access to key areas of the school building so that everyone will have a safe place to go. When is the event over? The estimated end time is after 9:30 p.m. Sections will be assigned for clean-up duties, and we kindly request everyone's assistance in this effort. Please ensure that volunteers contribute to clean up by removing any trash and litter, paying special attention to areas under the bleachers. If you have additional clean-up needs or questions, please check in at the Drama Room or Command and Control for guidance. Clean-up operations encompass various tasks, including but not limited to: restore the fence that is removed for band entry return all tables used outside to the Cafeteria restore the concession stand and packing up unused materials dismantle and packing up the auxiliary concession stand restore the Drama Room ensure that the school grounds are litter free return school to operational condition before the last volunteer can go home Please remember while we strive for excellent organization and meticulous planning, we acknowledge that unforeseen changes and deviations from the schedule can occur. Nevertheless, drawing from our extensive experience, we are confident that the event will be smoothly executed and highly successful, and everyone will enjoy the occasion. Thank you for your commitment and dedication to this event! Thank you to everyone for your help!

Photographer Herndon High School Band < Back Previous Next Photographer Ian Macdonald mailto:photography@herndonband.org Subcommittee Ensures there is a photographer at every event and program. (Identify and recruit photographers for Band events and programs. Create a schedule to ensure photography coverage for all band-related activities. Maintain a database of available Band Families photographers and their contact information etc.) Oversee photography, manages the HHSBPA Flickr account, and coordinate event photographers. Most tasks can be handled from home. Photography experience at any level is welcome for this position. The time commitment may vary depending on the band's schedule with Fall being the most busiest season. Key Responsibilities: Manage and organize the Flickr account Organize and archive digital photos. Send out Dropbox links to the band families. Collect photos (from the dropbox) and organize them Edit photographs for use on website, local news media, social media Previous Next

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The Privacy Policy should be taken from the FCPS Herndon High School Page PRIVACY POLICY Privacy Policy for The Pride of Herndon Marching Band\ GENERAL The Pride of Herndon Marching Band (“us”, “we”, or “our”) operates the website www.herndonband.org (hereinafter referred to as the “Service”). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data. We use your data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy, the terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, accessible from www.herndonband.org . Definitions Service: Service is the www.herndonband.org website operated by The Pride of Herndon Marching Band. 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Marching Chair Herndon High School Band < Back Previous Next Marching Chair Scott Gilson marching@herndonband.org Board Member of BPA board, 12 meetings per year Equipment Transport: Support transportation of pit equipment, uniforms and other large instruments to marching band competitions and other performances as needed. Field Support: At all marching band performances (competitions and football games), provide on-field assistance to the pit to move instruments and drum major podiums on and off the field as directed by the pit captain or instructor Assist with Showcase (field support) Drumline support (optional) Previous Next

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. For more information 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 rifles the Guard use in a Marching Band 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 Band student who is in charge of a Marching Band instrument section; such as “alto sax section leader.” 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.

Chris Cunningham | Herndon High School Band < Back Chris Cunningham Jazz Band, Brass Tech Mr. Cunningham is a full time music teacher at Herndon High School. He began working with The Pride while teaching at several feeder elementary schools, and soon became a full time band director at Herndon HS. He created the guitar program here at Herndon, and now teaches five classes of guitar full time. His ensembles have earned consistent “superior” ratings and first place rankings in all competitions Previous Next

Purchase business ads for the annual Showcase of Bands, hosted by Herndon High School showcase business ads The Pride of Herndon Marching Band will host the 28th Annual Showcase of Bands at Herndon High School in 2025. This year 35+ high school bands will perform at this event, all accompanied by a large contingent of parents and supporters. We invite you as a member of the Herndon community and friend of Herndon High School band program to support this exciting event by purchasing advertising space in the online Showcase event program that will be seen by over 2,000 event attendees. Full Page Premium Placement Ads will be strategically positioned for greater viewership at the beginning of the online program For full-page ads or Premium Placement we will do social media shout outs the week of the event and mention your company name during the Showcase performance Your contributions enable us to provide ongoing repair, maintenance and replacement of uniforms and instruments to ensure that the "Pride of Herndon" always looks and sounds its best. Your support will also help us enlist additional staff to provide instruction to the students and ensure that they enjoy positive education and performance experiences. Besides advertising in the Showcase Program. we also invite you to consider sponsoring the Herndon HS Band. 501(c)3 tax information: Herndon High School Band Parents Association, Herndon, VA Tax-exempt since Sept. 1993 EIN: 54-1629832 business ad order form FAQ: When is the deadline? Please have your business ad submitted and paid by Wednesday, September 25th What are the dimensions for each ad size? A full page letter sheet is 8.5 x11, half page would be 8.5 x 5.5, and quarter page would be 4.25 x 5.5 Are ads in color? Programs will be online in PDF format and will be in full color. If you would like your ad to be in black and white you'll simply need to design it that way What file formats are acceptable? You can upload any common image format (png, jpg, svg) or document format (doc, docx, pdf) business ad order form: Business Name* Contact Email* Contact First name* Contact Last name* Upload Ad & Images Select your ad type* Full Page wPremium Placement $ 300 Full Page $ 120 Half Page $ 95 Quarter Page $ 70 Submit more ways to purchase ads: MAIL Mail your checks to HHSBPA Send to PO Box 1293 Herndon, VA 20172-1293 email showcaseads@herndonband.org

Assistant Uniform Coordinator Herndon High School Band < Back Previous Next Assistant Uniform Coordinator VACANT Subcommittee Previous Next

Support the Pride of Herndon Marching Band by linking your Harris Teeter VIC card for purchases HARRIS TEETER TOGETHER IN EDUCATION Link your Harris Teeter VIC Card to the HHSBPA and The Pride will receive a portion of every dollar you spend. Visit Harris Teeter’s Together In Education Web Site and enter School Code 6075 .If you do not have a VIC Card, you can create an account here . Link Your VIC need help? Email fundraising@herndonbang.org other ways to support the band: PAYPAL GIVING FUND Donate MAIL Mail your checks to HHSBPA Send to PO Box 1293 Herndon, VA 20172-1293 email fundraising@herndonband.org

Terms and Conditions should be taken from the FCPS Herndon High School Page Band Policies & Guidelines Our Band Policies The Herndon High School Band Policies and Guidelines are provided here to offer general information to parents, visitors, and students. It is important to note that this document does not constitute legal advice or recommendations specific to individual circumstances. We encourage you to seek legal counsel for personalized assistance in understanding and establishing band-related policies and guidelines. Understanding Band Policies & Guidelines The band policies and guidelines are established by the Herndon High School Band to define the parameters and expectations for parents, visitors, and students engaging with the band. These policies are designed to outline the rights and responsibilities of all stakeholders and to ensure a positive and safe environment for participation in band activities. Key Components of Band Policies The band policies encompass various aspects including participation eligibility, code of conduct, financial obligations, intellectual property rights, and more. It is essential for all band members and their parents to familiarize themselves with these policies to uphold the standards and values of the Herndon High School Band.

Purchase student and alumni ads for the annual Showcase of Bands, hosted by Herndon High School showcase student & alumni ads We are offering parents the opportunity to purchase an ad for the online Showcase Program. Choose from the below ad sizes to support your favorite performer or section. Full Page - $75 Half page - $50 1/4 Page - $25 Deadline for ad submission and payment is to send in the ads is 9/22/2024. Payment can be made using the payment form or other options at the bottom of this page. You can upload your ad using the order form or email it to showcaseads@herndonband.org in a jpg or pdf format. If you need design help, check the box on the order form or indicate the need in your email. Pictures taken by our band photographers may be downloaded from our Flickr account. If you have questions, email showcaseads@herndonband.org ***************************************************************** If choosing to order without the form, please email the following details to showcaseads@herndonband.org Student or Alumni Name Parent/Contact name Contact Email Telephone (optional) Your ad files Ads & Payment MUST be received by Wednesday, September 25th 501(c)3 tax information: Herndon High School Band Parents Association, Herndon, VA Tax-exempt since Sept. 1993 EIN: 54-1629832 student and alumni ad order form: Student or Alumni First name* Student or Alumni Last name* Parent Contact Name* Contact Email* Phone Upload Ad I need design help Select your ad type* Full Page Ad $ 75 1/2 Page Ad $ 50 1/4 Page Ad $ 25 Submit More ways to purchase ads: MAIL Mail your checks to HHSBPA Send to PO Box 1293 Herndon, VA 20172-1293 email showcaseads@herndonband.org