December 31 Itinerary Change

From Charles Iwanaga Itinerary Change - December 31 Our visit to Knott's Berry Farm has been revised to Excursion TBA. Unfortunately, due to some last minute costs being higher than expected. If families have made plans to visit Knott’s Berry Farm may take their child from the practice site on December 31 for the afternoon on their own (transportation & cost). Please note that this was a difficult decision - with the consideration that it's either all or none. We have noted that Itinerary is “subject to change”. We appreciate your patience and understanding on this matter.

From Mr Riggle: December 19 Update

 

 

December 19 Update:

We are now less than a week away from departing on tour...!  Please keep up with updates on the websites as thing are added or changed.

Itinerary Update:  As we mentioned the itinerary is subject to change.   Mr. Iwanaga has been trying to massage the tour budget unfortunately ALL cost are higher than expected - especially the cost of ground transportation.  We thought best not pass along a cost increase but to subtract something out of the itinerary:  Knott's Berry Farm and Genie Plus (performers only) - with much of the itinerary is largely intact.  Please inform other family member/friends who may be planning their time around our activities in the mainland.

Weather Considerations:  The forecast is mostly cloudy between 44 - 66 degrees.  No rain!  Performers may bring an optional "throw away" jacket, sweater or blanket to bring for parade day.  It will be discarded when we reach the parade site and later collected for donation.

Follow the website hasmb.com:  Reminder that the password to the secured page is "roseparade".  Please make sure you complete all forms.  Print the parade medical form to bring on the parade.  Check out the packing list.

Featured in the news:  The Na Koa Ali'i was in the news today on KITV: https://www.kitv.com/news/local/hawaii-all-state-marching-band-prepares-for-prestigious-performance-at-rose-parade-in-pasadena/article_ad09e85c-9e0c-11ee-b724-bbe83a4535a1.html

Please keep up practicing music, continue to walk and get the endurance up.  "Imua, Na Koa Ali'i!".  Hawai'i finest will be showcased soon.

Aloha,

John Riggle, Managing Director - jrlani@hawaii.rr.com

December Dates

 

 

Mark your calendars

Oahu HASMB Tour Meeting Information 

Band Members: Sunday, December 3, 2023 - Mililani High School Cafeteria  4:30PM - 6:00pm.

Na Make Members:  Saturday, December 16, 2023, Na Maka Studio A  5:00PM - 6:00PM

Attendance is mandatory for members and parents:  Recommended for Accompany and Land Only Travelers.

Other rehearsal dates:

Sunday, December 3, 2023  - Oahu HASMB - Mililani High School Stadium 1PM - 4PM

Sunday, December 10, 2023 - Maui HASMB 1PM - 4PM

Sunday, December 10, 2023 - Kauai HASMB 1PM - 4PM

Sunday, December 17, 2023 - Oahu HASMB 1PM - 4PM  Fort DeRussy Army Chapel (drop off/pick up point) (past Hale Koa Parking Structure) - map below.

 

Sunday, December 17, 2023 - Hilo HASMB 1PM - 4PM

Friday, December 22, 2023 - Oahu HASMB 1PM - 4PM  Fort DeRussy Army Chapel (drop off/pick up point)

If you have any questions - please contact John Riggle - jrlani@hawaii.rr.com

 *  Map below

 

Tour dates:

Tuesday, December 26, 2023 - Depart for Tour

Wednesday, January 3, 2023 - Return from Tour

 

 

Oahu HASMB: Parade, Tour Meeting and December Dates

 

Please mark you calendars:

Waikiki Holiday Parade Information:

From John Riggle:

To: All Oahu Performers
What: Waikiki Holiday Parade
When: Friday, November 24, 2023
Who: Na Maka Dancers, Letter Line, Band, Color Guard
Time: 4:45 pm Dropoff Army Museum Turnaround
          2131 Kalia Rd...Ft.DeRussy  Beach Park

Uniform

• Band...wear your individual marching band uniform / No hat/New Black Marching Shoes
• Letter Line..New Rose Parade Top / New Footwear / * Black Pants
• Color Guard / New Rose Parade Top / New Footwear / * Black Pants
• Na Maka / Rose Parade Costume or alternate choice of Kumu
• Conches / Rose Parade Costume or alternate choice of Kumu

* Black Pants are only for Plan B. If skirts are ready it will be up to Liz, Brittany, and Christian as to where them or save for tour.

Dancers will arrive by bus approx 5:30 /Army Museum/ De Russy Beach Park  All others drop off on own / 4:45pm / Parents proceed to Waikiki Bandstand Parking Lot for pickup at end of parade. Other out of state band busses will be in same area. Suggest that parents park, then walk back towards end of Kalakaua and enjoy the parade as well as see HASMB first street perfomance before leaving for the Rose Parade

Band members (except Tubas and Drums) and Color Guard should have their in equipment assembled and out of the case inside their vehicle for faster drop off and assembly to warm up area. Letter Line go to Jason's Van to pick up equipment.

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First "live" parade performance coming up! Make sure music and marching is at the very top of your game. Be Prepared! Be Professional. No absentees allowed.

I MUA NA KOA ALI'I !

Please contact me if you have any questions: jrlani@hawaii.rr.com

 

Oahu HASMB Tour Meeting Information 

Band Members: Sunday, December 3, 2023 - Mililani High School Cafeteria  4:30PM - 6:00pm.

Na Make Members:  Saturday, December 16, 2023, Na Maka Studio A  5:00PM - 6:00PM

Attendance is mandatory for members and parents:.  Reccommended for Accompamy and Land Only Travelers.

 

Other dates:

Sunday, December 3, 2023  - Mililani High School Stadium 1PM - 4PM

Sunday, December 17, 2023 - Location TBA  1PM - 4PM

FRIDAY, December 22, 2023 - Location TBA  1PM - 4PM

Tour Meetings - Neighbor Islands

 

Yes - everyone has questions about the tour...?

The following tour meetings now has been scheduled.  All HASMB members and parents are required to attend.  Accompany and Land Travelers are recommended to attend.  Majority of meeting will be held after rehearsals:

Sunday, November 12, 2023 - MAUI  3:00PM-4:00PM  Location:  Classroom on track level.  Kamehameha Schools Pukalani Campus Stadium

Sunday, November 19, 2023 - HILO  4:00PM - 5:00PM  Location:  High School band room.  Kamehameha Schools Keaau Campus.

Sunday, November 26, 2023 - KAUAI  4:00PM - 5:00PM  Location: Veteran's Memorial Convention Hall.

Tour Information will be posted on the website shortly.

Note Oahu tour meeting will be scheduled in December.

Rose Parade President Visits Hawaii

Na Koa Ali'i HASMB Members and families are invited to meet the Rose Parade President Alex Aghajanian and his wife Paula at the following events:

Friday, November 3, 2023       KAUAI - CANCELLED

Saturday, Novemeber 4, 2023    HILO - 1:00PM @ VENUE CHANGE - Waiakea Recreation Center, 1634 Kamehameha Avenue, Hawaii County Band Room  Meet & Greet

Saturday, November 4, 2023    OAHU - 7:00PM @ Kamehameha Band Booster Club Tournament of Bands event - Performance and Presentation.

Sunday, November 5, 2023    MAUI - 2:00PM @ Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus High School Cafeteria  Meet & Greet

Oahu HASMB membership: Reminder Change in rehearsal location and times: Sunday, November 5th from 1:00 - 5:00pm and the new rehearsal location is  St. Louis High School.  All percussionist can attend the UH Drum Clinic and then report to HASMB rehearsal afterwards.

UPDATE: Parking structure only available after 4:30PM due to other events happening at St. Louis.  Please drop off/pick up or find parking outside of St Louis.  

 

 

FROM MR. RIGGLE RE: OCT 1 REHERSAL MILILAN HS

 

1. New location...Mililani HS Stadium

2. NEW TIME 1-5pm !

3. Bring New Music

   Kawaipunahele

   Kaimana Hila

4. DRUMS Bring New Cadence

    Parts to Kawaipunahele

5. Directions: Go to Kipapa Dr

    entrance, close to back of field.

    Plan your drive time !

6. Review ALL Parade Music!

7. Be Professional and On Time

Need to stage and perform all music for

President of Rose Parade Official Visit at 

KS Tournament of Bands Nov. 4 !! 

If your band is not performing at the tournament come in your school uniform and bring

all necessary equipment in lieu of admission ticket. There will be special reserved for you.

Family members need to purchase a ticket at the gate.

FIRST PERFORMANCE...MAKE HISTORY !

JR.

P.S. Letter Line and Color Guard uniform will be decided at Oct.1 practice.

Roommate selection.be prepared for signup.

NEW MUSIC FOR BANDFEST!

 Aloha HASMB Members, please download, print, and practice "KAIMANA HILA". We will be preforming this at band fest along with "Kawaipunahele". Excellent job on Kawaipunahele at the last rehersal. Please bring your music for both pieces next rehersal, unless you can have it memorized by them, GREAT!!!

The time is counting down, we hope you are getting excited. 

Aloha, HASMB Staff

KAWAIPUNAHELE NEW SONG

 ATTN ALL HASMB MEMBER: Please print out "Kawaipunahele" and bring to the next rehearsal. We will be memorizing this over the next few months. Please do your best to get as much learned as you can before your September rehersal. Music can be downloaded from the HAMSB website. An Mp3 is also provided for you to listen to. Thank you and see you this month.

ALOHA,

HASMB STAFF

NEW MUSIC!!! DRUM CADENCE!!!

 ALOHA HASMB MEMBERS! 

Please check the HASMB Members website under music for "Kawaipunahele" & the Drum Cadence. Kawaipunahele is a short ballad that we will be preforming at The Rose Parade Bandfest. 

"Also, most of the bands participate in Bandfest, which is sponsored by Remo, where bands perform their field shows at Pasadena City College's Mack and Jackie Robinson Stadium over two days. Bandfest consists of three shows (one on the first day and two on the second day).[3] A percussion group from Remo leads a drum circle with the audience, who have received complimentary Remo drumheads and sticks prior to the event. The Pasadena City College Honor Band and Herald Trumpets perform first, followed by other bands. All bands are invited to perform at Bandfest, but all do not necessarily perform (typically the university bands involved in the Rose Bowl Game). The band members are treated to lunch from In-N-Out Burger with on-site kitchen-trailers."-Wikipedia

Please download the music and listen to the mp3 provided for your parts. Drummers, take the cadence slow, 1 section a day, don't get frustrated and PAY ATTENTION TO THE STICKING please. EVERYONE!!! Please bring the music with next rehersal.

ALOHA

All-State Staff

AUGUST MAUI REHEARSALPOSTPONED

We have being monitoring the wildfire situation and now will postpone this weekend's HASMB Maui rehearsal until further notice.  Our immediate concern is the safety and well being of our HASMB members, O'hana, staff and of all Maui County residents.

OAHU MEMBERS: MARK YOUR CALENDERS, TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FOR THE REST OF THE YEAR

 OAHU Practice Schedule

Aug . 6 Farrington HS Stadium 1-4pm

Sept. 3 Cancelled..Happy Labor Day !

Sept. 10 Kamehameha Stadium 1-4pm (Note new date)

Oct. 1 Mililani HS Stadium 1-4pm

Nov. 4 Kamehameha Tournament of Bands 5-9pm (Final details TBA)

Nov. 5 Mililani HS Stadium 1-4pm

Nov. 24 Waikiki Holiday Parade Time and Details TBA

Dec 17 Kuroda Field/Ft. DeRussy 1-4pm ( Final Details TBA)

Dec. 22 Kuroda Field/Ft.DeRussy 1-4pm ( Final Details TBA)

* NOTE

All Practices and Performances are MANDATORY

Please plan your calendars carefully.

THESE DATES AND TIMES MAYBE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH ALL VARIABLES TO BE CONSIDERED. 

ORDER BLACK SHOES!!!

 The Order deadline for the Black marching shoes has been extended to JULY 23RD. PLEASE, THIS MUST BE DONE, AND NEEDS TO BE THIS SPECIFIC PAIR OF SHOES SO WE ARE ALL MATCHING.😃 Please let your parents know as soon as possible if you have not, the link is on the members section of the HASMB website. 

MAHALO

HASMB STAFF

HASMB PERFORMANCE VIDEO #1 INSTRUCTIONS Due by the next July rehearsal

• HASMB PERFORMANCE VIDEO #1 INSTRUCTIONS

Due by the next July rehearsal (extended from June 30th) -

Maui: July 9

Big Island: July 16

Oahu & Kauai: July 23

Please Video Record you performing:

#1 “Tahiti, Tahiti” (ALL- beginning intro to end of Tahiti, Tahiti)

How to submit video:

Once complete, copy/paste the shared video link into this GoogleForm: https://forms.gle/QYTsjT1riyZzf8F98

EQUIPMENT

You can use your phone, tablet, computer, or a hand held camera.

Your phone or tablet should be set horizontally – put it in Airplane mode or Do Not Disturb mode to avoid interruptions – and tap the screen to focus.

Use a tripod, stand or prop the device to be able to see your upper body and face while performing. This cannot be a “selfie” even with a stick.

Be sure the device is at the right distance from you to frame the shot.

VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS

State your name, instrument and school

Perform with a metronome in the background at bpm = 120. I highly recommend you use another device to sound the metronome (such as an app/website on computer, tablet or phone). A free metronome website can be found here: https://www.metronomeonline.com/

State the song title and section you will be performing from memory.

Example: “Tahiti Tahiti or Koni Au”

Once complete, please upload the video links to YouTube (Unlisted)/ GoogleDrive or any online cloud storage system and then copy/paste the shared link onto this GoogleForm: https://forms.gle/QYTsjT1riyZzf8F98

*How to upload video to youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDNt44uAg-Y

*How to upload video to GoogleDrive: https://www.laptopmag.com/how-to/how-to-upload-videos-to-google-drive

RECORDING & PRACTICE TIPS

Create a plan and follow it! Having clear goals is key to a good practice session.

USE A METRONOME ALWAYS! If first learning something, it might be helpful to play it out of time to get the right pitches and general rhythm. But then immediately use a metronome to be consistent.

Chunk it up! Don’t wait all day to start your dreaded hours of practice. Play in shorter chunks, 10 to 20 minutes at a time, with breaks to relax physically and mentally. Bad habits thrive and injuries occur when you’re fatigued, so it is better to focus intensely in shorter sessions. Also, begin early in the day. Once you get started, it will be easier to keep adding chunks throughout the day!

The number one thing that will help most any brass or wind player improve their sound immediately is AIR. Whenever possible, I give myself 2 beats to breathe. Find your tempo, count to yourself “1-2-breathe-breathe” and play. It’s that simple. Think of filling up your diaphragm with your first beat of breath, and then filling up the rest of your lungs with your second beat of breath. Work to keep the shoulders nice and relaxed as you fill up with air. Doing this will help you in at least three ways:

1. You establish a solid sense of pulse

2. You can’t help but take a really full breath

3. By bringing in the air in a slower, more relaxed way, it will go out in the same fashion helping to keep your sound more open, relaxed and warm.

I’ve always hated the saying, “Practice makes perfect!” Practice doesn’t make “Perfect”, it makes “Permanent”. My practice tip, especially for young people: Slow down and isolate the problem spot. If you don’t, you are in essence “permanently” working the mistake into your practicing and therefore into your performance.

If you can hear it, you can play it- practice mentally away from your instrument. This can make your practice time much more efficient.

If you get too frustrated with a particular passage, don’t stress, just come back to it later. Taking a break will help clear you head and you may be inspired with a different approach.

Stay focused. Mindless practice can be worse than not practicing at all.

Record yourself and play the recording back to make it consistently perfect every time.

Make every note you play the most beautiful note you can.

Good Music Practice Smartphone Apps

Tuner = “iStrobosoft” or “TonalEnergy”

Metronome = “Tempo”

RECORDING & PRACTICE TIPS

• Create a plan and follow it! Having clear goals is key to a good practice session.

• USE A METRONOME ALWAYS! If first learning something, it might be helpful to play it out of time to get the right pitches and general rhythm. But then immediately use a metronome to be consistent.

• Chunk it up! Don’t wait all day to start your dreaded hours of practice. Play in shorter chunks, 10 to 20 minutes at a time, with breaks to relax physically and mentally. Bad habits thrive and injuries occur when you’re fatigued, so it is better to focus intensely in shorter sessions. Also, begin early in the day. Once you get started, it will be easier to keep adding chunks throughout the day!

• The number one thing that will help most any brass or wind player improve their sound immediately is AIR. Whenever possible, I give myself 2 beats to breathe. Find your tempo, count to yourself “1-2-breathe-breathe” and play. It’s that simple. Think of filling up your diaphragm with your first beat of breath, and then filling up the rest of your lungs with your second beat of breath. Work to keep the shoulders nice and relaxed as you fill up with air. Doing this will help you in at least three ways:

1. You establish a solid sense of pulse

2. You can’t help but take a really full breath

3. By bringing in the air in a slower, more relaxed way, it will go out in the same fashion helping to keep your sound more open, relaxed and warm.

• I’ve always hated the saying, “Practice makes perfect!”  Practice doesn’t make “Perfect”, it makes “Permanent”.   My practice tip, especially for young people: Slow down and isolate the problem spot. If you don’t, you are in essence “permanently” working the mistake into your practicing and therefore into your performance.

• If you can hear it, you can play it- practice mentally away from your instrument. This can make your practice time much more efficient.

• If you get too frustrated with a particular passage, don’t stress, just come back to it later. Taking a break will help clear you head and you may be inspired with a different approach.

• Stay focused. Mindless practice can be worse than not practicing at all.

• Record yourself and play the recording back to make it consistently perfect every time.

• Make every note you play the most beautiful note you can.

Good Music Practice Smartphone Apps

Tuner = “iStrobosoft” or “TonalEnergy”

Metronome = “Tempo”

OAHU JULY REHERSAL CHANGE

 THE JULY OAHU REHERSAL HAS BEEM RESCHEDULED TO JULY 23RD, 11 AM-2 PM

July rehersal date will be postponed to:

Sunday, July 23 

11 AM- 2 PM

400 Kahelu Ave.

MILILANI TECH PARK

MILILANI, HI. 96789

Be aware that this is not a school and parking may be limited. WE ARE STARTING EARLIER THAN NORMAL. We hope this is enough of a heads up so that you are able to plan for your 4th of July weekend celebrations.

Mahalo,

HASMB STAFF

DRUMLINE PARTS!!! PLEASE PRINT YOUR PART!

 The Percussion music has been posted. Please print out your assigned instrument music and bring to rehersal on Sunday! There is no mp3 available yet.

SEE YOU SUNDAY!

SHOE ORDER LINK

 Aloha please check the members section of the HASMB website for the link to the shoe order form. 

https://westernband.com/RoseBowl.htm

When students click on the link, they will be directed to a secured page where they can place their shoe order, orders must be placed by July 9, 2023.

KAUAI MEMBERS! REHERSAL IS MAY 28

 Aloha Kauai HASMB Members,

There is a mistake on the calendar, KAUAI REHERSAL IS ON MAY 28TH @ VIDINHA STADIUM 1-4PM. Not this Sunday May 21st.

We apologize for the confusion.

HASMB STAFF

JUNE REHERSAL SCHEDULE

Aloha HASMB MEMBERS, first we'd like to congratulate any Seniors who recently graduated. This is a monumental accomplishment and we all cheer and celebrate you guys. We thank you for contributing your talents to our endeavor and we hope that it marks another memorable accomplishment in your lifetime.

This is the Schedule for June:

OAHU- JUNE 4TH, FARRINGTON H.S. 1-4PM.        

MAUI- JUNE 11TH, K.S. PUKALANI 1-4PM.    

HAWAII ISLAND- JUNE 18TH K.S. KEA'AU 1-4PM 

KAUAI- JUNE 25TH, VIDINHA STADIUM 1-4PM. 

For this rehersal Please Have "PATE PATE" MEMOROIZED. If you need to you can use your flip folders. With "PATE, PATE" learned we should now have all the Parade performance music memorized!!! 😃 CONGRATULATIONS!!! BE READY TO PLAY THROUGH ALL THE MUSIC, FANFARE 1 + 2, TAHITI, TAHITI, KONI AU, & PATE PATE.

As a reminder, members should bring their instruments, water/bottle, sun protection, music, and a jacket in case of wet weather. KEEP IN MIND JUNE IS SUMMER TIME, PLEASE ARRANGE WITH YOUR BAND DIRECTOR SO THAT YOU HAVE AN INSTRUMENT FOR USE DURING OUR SUMMER REHERSALS!!! PLEASE BE RESPONSIBLE AND ACCOUNTABLE!!!

Aloha

HASMB STAFF

OAHU MAY REHERSAL INFORMATION

Aloha Oahu HASMB MEMBERS, Excellent rehersal last time! The May 7th rehersal will at Kamehameha Schools Kapalama 1-4PM. 

For this rehersal PLEASE HAVE "KONI AU" MEMORIZED, bring printed music in a flip folder if you need it. We will also be reviewing and further memorizing "FANFARE 1 & 2" and "TAHITI, TAHITI". Be prepared, be early, remember how to set up in the music archs. 

Please follow up with the COOKBOOK Recipies on the HASMB website in the members section. Also go do the "gofundme"!

As a reminder, students should bring their, Instrument/accessories, music, water/bottle, Sun protection, and a jacket for wet weather. Also a reminder ONLY WATER IS ALLOWED ON THE TRACK AND FIELD, NO FOOD OR DRINKS. ALSO WE CAN NOT LEAVE RUBISH, there is no maintenance crew available on Sunday's.

OAHU REHERSAL 4/16 @ KAMEHAMEHA KAPALAMA!!!

 We apologize for the the late notice, but we just got approval to have OAHU HASMB APRIL REHERSAL ON SUNDAY 4/16 1-4 @ KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS KAPALAMA FOOTBALL STADIUM. 

Aloha members! For April rehersals, In addition to FANFARE 1 & 2 memorized, please have TAHITI TAHITI memorized or printed out and secured in your flip folder. Make sure you have the proper lyre to use with your flip folder. For those of you new to marching band, these can be purchased from your local music store or on-line retailers. This is a learning tool and WILL NOT BE USED DURING PERFORMANCE. 

As a reminder, members should have at every rehersal: Your Instrument, music, pencil Water/Hydroflask(labeled name), shoes, sun protection, jacket for wet weather conditions and any other personal needs for a 3-4 hour time duration.

Again we apologize for the late notice and we thank you for your patience and flexibility with the practice venue. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday

ALOHA

HASMB STAFF

OAHU APRIL UPDATE!

 

PERFORMERS UPDATES

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE - Please mark you calendars - our next rehearsals will begin as follows (Note last minute changes):  

Oahu: UPDATED - rehearsal site just confirmed!!  Sorry for late minute adjustment.  Thank you for your patience and flexibility.

Sunday April 16, 2023

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus - Koniakea Stadium

 

Big Island:

Sunday, April 16, 2023

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Kamehameha Schools - Keeau

Kauai:

Sunday, April 23, 2023

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Vidinha Stadium

Maui:

Sunday, April 30, 2023 - changed due to Easter

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Kamehameha School Pukalani

 

 

Music Goals: Tahiti-Tahiti.  Fanfare 1 Fanfare 2

All fully memorized. Use mp3’s to your practice advantage. Cut out and bring music for reference, if needed. Marching And playing becomes easier once music is memorized. Everyone bring water! Wear shoes, bring hoodie in case. Energy bar. Arrival and Starting Time Be sure to arrive 30 minutes before starting time.  Check-in with the QR code on your phone...go to the field...lay out horns as taught.. be in warm up arc on time! First practices on all islands went well. Congratulations! Lots of potential! Now we all need to bring it up a notch each month.

 

4/2 OAHU RESCHEDULED

 Aloha Everyone!

Almost done with our first month... I am pleased to announce that we have successfully concluded the first practices statewide on the four islands. All rehearsals were very exciting, with great turnouts at each location. 

PERFORMERS UPDATES

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE - Please mark you calendars - our next rehearsals will begin as follows (Note last minute changes):

Oahu:

Sunday April 2, 2023 - POSTPONED

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Postponed until further notice - due to site conflict.

Maui:

Sunday, April 9, 2023 Easter - Reschedule to April 30 

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Kamehameha School Pukalani

Big Island:

Sunday, April 16, 2023

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Kamehameha Schools - Keeau

Kauai:

Sunday, April 23, 2023

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Vidinha Stadium

Maui:

Sunday, April 30, 2023 - changed due to Easter

1:00PM - 4:00PM

Site: Kamehameha School Pukalani

MUSIC - Warm ups and Music for band members have been posted online at our website: hasmb.com. Please print out all the music. Cut out and bring music for reference. Fanfare 1, Fanfare 2, Tahiti-Tahiti - All fully memorized. Use mp3’s to your practice advantage. Marching and playing becomes easier once music is memorized.  

FUNDRAISING - HASMB Island Cookbook - We would like a main dish, appetizer, and dessert dish from everyone asap! We do not have a cookbook unless we have your recipes. Please submit your "ONO GRINDS! Follow instructions in the template at our website: hasmb.com. Click on the Fundraiser Page and then the Cookbook Recipes link.

PERFORMERS & ACCOMPANY TRAVELERS PAYMENTS: Monthly payments are due the 15th of the month. The first tour payment was due March 15 - please make your payments online if you have not done so yet. Late fees will be enforced beginning in April. You can make your payments anytime prior to the deadline. Please contact Claire Kim - 808hasmb@gmail.com if you have any questions on your payments.

COMMUNICATION - New Music, Marching, Visuals, Fund Raising, Performances, Meetings and Tour Information. Visrit hasmb.com or join 2023 - 2024 Na Koa Ali’i - Hawai’i All State Marching Band Facebook group and/or Instagram to keep up with the latest updates (Note - there are several different social media groups). Now more than ever, it will become an extremely vital communication tool. Please check it weekly - If you do not find your answer or concern there, feel free to call me at 808-388-0301 or jrlani@hawaii.rr.com.

I hope you are as excited and energized as I am about what we will all experience and see how talented our Hawaii youth are going to shine! Hawaii is indeed a special place. Millions of people worldwide are going to find out why on New Year's Day 2024!

Regards,

John Riggle

ALL MEMBERS FROM JOHN RIGGLE RE:APRIL REHERSALS

HASMB April Rehearsal Schedule and Goals 

All practices statewide will run from 1-4pm 

Oahu...Sunday..4/2 Farrington HS Stadium 

Maui. Sunday..4/9 Re-scheduled..Happy Easter! 

Hawaii. Sunday..4/16 Kamehameha Schools Stadium 

Kauai. Sunday 4/23 Vidinha Stadium 

Maui. Sunday 4/30 Re-scheduled for KS Maui Campus Stadium 

Music Goals Tahiti-Tahiti..Beg. to measure 39, Fanfare 1 Fanfare 2 

All fully memorized. Use mp3’s to your practice advantage. Cut out and bring music for reference, if needed. Marching And playing becomes easier once music is memorized. Everyone bring water! Wear shoes, bring hoodie in case. Energy bar. Arrival and Starting Time Be sure to arrive 30 minutes before starting time. Check-in with the QR code on your phone...go to the field...lay out horns as taught.. be in warm up arc on time! First practices on all islands went well. Congratulations! Lots of potential! Now we all need to bring it up a notch each month. Make your own practice schedule at home and stick to it. Practice and repetition will reap rewards! 

PRACTICE.......PRACTICE.......PRACTICE..... YOU ALL COUNT!!

JR

ALL HASMB MEMBERS - ADDITIONAL APRIL REHERSAL INFORMATION

Aloha members! For April rehersals, In addition to FANFARE 1 & 2 memorized, please have TAHITI TAHITI memorized or printed out and secured in your flip folder. Make sure you have the proper lyre to use with your flip folder. For those of you new to marching band, these can be purchased from your local music store or on-line retailers. These are learning tools and WILL NOT BE USED DURING PERFORMANCE. 

As a reminder, members should have at every rehersal: Your Instrument(all related supplies), music, pencil, Water/Hydroflask(labeled name), shoes, sun protection, jacket for wet weather conditions and any other personal needs for a 3-4 hour time duration, 1-4PM

4/2/23- OAHU @ FARRINGTON H.S.

4/9/23- NO REHERSAL HAPPY EASTER.              

4/16/23- HAWAII @ K.S.* KEAAU.                        

4/23/23- KAUAI @ VIDINHA STADIUM                  

4/30/23- MAUI @ K.S.* PUKALANI  (*Kamehameha Schools)

PLEASE MAKE IT A HABIT TO CONSTANTLY BE CHECKING HERE, THE BLOGGER, AND THE CALENDER FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION & DATES

Thank you for all your hard work at the last rehersal. It was sounding and looking great. We are right on schedule but have a lot more to do. The next set of rehersals will be very important, START MEMORIZING THE MUSIC!!!🫣😃🫡 .

Aloha,

HASMB STAFF

KAUAI REHERSAL 3/26 INFO

 The KAUAI HASMB 3/26 rehersal will be at Vidinha Stadium, Hoolako St, Lihue, HI 96766, 1-4pm.

Please have "Fanfare 1" Memorized, "Fanfare 2" should also have been memorized from the last rehersal.

PLEASE BRING- YOUR INSTRUMENT, Music, Water, Shoes, a hat, sun screen, any other sun protection, a water proof jacket in case of rain & wind. 

Aloha

JR 

MAUI DATE CHANGE 4/30/23

The MAUI HASMB April rehersal has been rescheduled to the LAST SUNDAY of the month, 4/30/23, do we can observe the Easter Weekend with family & close ones. 

The rehersal will be as KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS MAUI CAMPUS FOOTBALL STADIUM, 1-4PM. Further instructions for that rehearsal will be relayed at a later date.

ALOHA

JR

HAWAII ISLAND REHERSAL CORRECTION 1-4PM

Aloha Hawaii Island HASMB members, the 3/19 rehersal will be at Kamehameha Schools Keaau Campus at the football stadium from 1PM- 4PM.

Please have your instrument, music, flip folder and lyre, water and clothing for wet weather. Please have Intro 2 memorized.

Aloha

OAHU 4/2 FARRINGTON HS 1-4PM

Next Oahu HASMB rehersal will be on APRIL 2ND at Farrington High School 1-4pm. 

Please have Fanfare 1 & 2 memorized and/or the music printed and in a flip folder with a lyer for your instruments.

Please have your instrument, water, sun screen/ sun protection, shoes and all other Necessary items for a wet weather rehersal.

Thank you and See you Guys There!

MAUI REHERSAL LOCATION CHANGE- KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS MAUI

 Attention HASMB Maui members there has been a rehersal location change to Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus!

270 Aapueo Pkwy, Makawao, HI 96768

Meet at the stadium, 12:30ish, Rehersal starts AT 1PM.

1. What...First Practice Maui Na Koa Ali'i Members

2. Where. 

Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus

270 Aapueo Pkwy, Makawao, HI 96768

3. When...Sunday, March 12, 1-4pm (plan your route, arrive 30 min before start time)

4 Instructions..

    Wear athletic shoes, bring water, hoodie in case of inclement weather, energy snack, hat.

    BRING INSTRUMENT (mpiece, reeds, drumsticks). Flip folder and lyre, only if have)

5. Music .

    go to website...hasmb.com...then members . Click on Check out Music Page..

    go to Polynesian Medley,,,click on Wind Parts,,,find your individual part, print out 2 copies,

    cut out Fanfare 1 and Fanfare 2., bring to practice for reference . Memorize all or as much as

    you can. Be sure to listen to mp3......fanfares are after Tahiti-Tahiti and drum break.

    For next practice Sunday April 9, memorize Beg- C. (Bring music only for reference)

6. Be sure to thank your teacher for nominating you.

7. Be sure to thank your parents for bringing you here and taking you back.

 ---------------------- IT BEGINS !!! ----------------

MAUI MEMBERS 3/12 REHERSAL INSTRUCTIONS

 1. What...First Practice Maui Na Koa Ali'i Members

2. Where.. Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus

270 Aapueo Pkwy, Makawao, HI 96768

3. When...Sunday, March 12, 1-4pm (plan your route, arrive 30 min before start time)

4 Instructions..

    Wear athletic shoes, bring water, hoodie in case of inclement weather, energy snack, hat.

    BRING INSTRUMENT (mpiece, reeds, drumsticks). Flip folder and lyre, only if have)

5. Music .

 go to website...hasmb.com...then members . Click on Check out Music Page..

    go to Polynesian Medley,,,click on Wind Parts,,,find your individual part, print out 2 copies,

    cut out Fanfare 1 and Fanfare 2., bring to practice for reference . Memorize all or as much as you can. Be sure to listen to mp3......fanfares are after Tahiti-Tahiti and drum break.

    For next practice Sunday April 9, memorize Beg- C. (Bring music only for reference)

6. Be sure to thank your teacher for nominating you.

7. Be sure to thank your parents for bringing you here and taking you back.

 ---------------------- IT BEGINS !!! ----------------

3/5/23 Instructions

Print out your individual part to Polynesian Medley

 Memorize Fanfare 2 or cut it out from the medley and bring for reference

 Bring instrument home from school on Friday for use on Sunday practice.

 Bring a hoodie or something in case of inclement weather. Wear athletic shoes.

 Print out your individual part to Polynesian Medley

 Memorize Fanfare 2 or cut it out from the medley and bring for reference
 Bring instrument home from school on Friday for use on Sunday practice.
 Bring a hoodie or something in case of inclement weather. Wear athletic shoes.

 out your individual part to Polynesian Medley

 Memorize Fanfare 2 or cut it out from the medley and bring for reference
 Bring instrument home from school on Friday for use on Sunday practice.
 Bring a hoodie or something in case of inclement weather. Wear athletic shoes.

Welcome Letter #2 - Tour Fees Announced

 

If you had not received a recent email from John Riggle, its here as well:

 

To All HASMB Band Members and Accompany Travelers

Please click this link and read

Mahalo,

John Riggle

 

 

HASMB Oahu Practice Information

To: HASMB Oahu Band Members.
 
Date:  Sunday, March 5, 2023
Time:  1:00 PM to 4:00PM.  Please arrive 20-30 minutes early.
Location: James B Castle High School Track & Field.
Directions:  Plan your route and arrive 30 minutes early.  When entering Castle HS campus turn right and drop off past the band room.  Walk towards the basketball courts, pass the tennis courts and follow the walkway to the football stadium.

Sorry about the delay.   

Here are the instruction for All HASMB Band members to prepare for rehearsal:
* Bring your own instrument.
* Wear athletic shoes.
* Prepare for inclement weather, warm jacket, plastic bag for instrument and ziplock bag for music.
* Bring your own water.
* Bring a snack, energy bar.
* Bring a flip folder and lyre if you have access to one.
* Print music from the website: Warmups and Fanfare 2.
To find music, go to website www.hasmb.com, members, scroll down to music, go to Koni Au wind or brass parts...print out your part.  Print all split parts. Print warm ups.
* Drummers: Bring your own instruments, harness, sticks, mallets - snares, tenors, basses, cymbals.  Print warm ups.
* Color Guard: Bring a pole with a flag.

IT BEGINS...

Please contact John Riggle if you have any questions.
jrlani@hawaii.rrr.com

Update

Due to the unexpected increase of interest in joining the 2023-2024 Na Koa Ali’i - Hawai’i All State Marching Band - We will be postponing the announcement of the Final Tour Price until next week sometime.  

The link to the online tour payment will then be made available on the HASMB website.  

Thank you for your patience.

REMINDER! The Online Tour Contract and $200 pledges are DUE February 20

Please complete your registration online for tour contract for both performers and accompany travelers by the Deadline - February 20, 2023.  The link is found at website: hasmb.com - Members section,  click on Tour Presentation OR click on link below:

>>> Tour Contract Online Form - Please complete <<<

Send $200 Pledge check or money order to:  
HAWAII ALL STATE MARCHING BAND

PO BOX 861117
WAHIAWA, HI 96786-1117

The tour price is announced based on your submitting your commitment.  Afterwards (February 20, 2023) the tour price is subject to availability or may be at a different rate.  

Note: The monthly tour payment will be available online shortly in Members section of hasmb.com.  This is now tentatively scheduled for February 25, 2023.   

 

One Day Parade Day package will be announced at a later date.

Please contact John Riggle or Charles Iwanaga if you have any questions.

Music available at hasmb.com

Sheet Music for "Warm ups" and Koni Au" is now available for all Na Koa Ali'i HASMB 2023-2024 members to download and print! Please listen to the recording and start practicing your part. Members must print and bring their own part to the first rehearsal in March.

Click here to access on the hasmb.com website: https://www.hasmb.com/members/music

If you have any general questions about the music please contact John Riggle: jrlani@hawaii.rr.com

Welcome Email Sent

 

The latest update from HASMB Managing Director John Riggle:

• Music
• Fund Raising
• Rehearsal Calendar
• Welcome More Key Staff
• Communication

If you did not get it - Click here to download 

Reminder - Tour Contract Registration and $200 Pledge is due

Please complete your registration online for tour contract for both performers and accompany travelers as soon as you can.  Deadline - February 20, 2023.  The link is found at website: hasmb.com - Members section,  click on Tour Presentation OR click on link below:

>>> Tour Contract Online Form - Please complete <<<

Send $200 Pledge check or money order to:
HAWAII ALL STATE MARCHING BAND

PO BOX 861117
WAHIAWA, HI 96786-1117

The tour price is announced based on your submitting your commitment.  Afterwards (February 20, 2023) the tour price is subject to availability or may be at a different rate.  

Note: The monthly tour payment will be available online shortly in Members section of hasmb.com.  This is now tentatively scheduled for February 25, 2023.   

 

One Day Parade Day package will be announced at a later date.

Please contact John Riggle or Charles Iwanaga if you have any questions.

Next HASMB Tour Presentation Scheduled

 

Join us.... we are now forming the next version of the Na Koa Ali'i - Hawai'i All State Marching Band for the 2023-2024 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Tour.

* You were given a nomination letter by your director OR

* You can self nominate if you are in good standing in your school and music department.   Note - if the section becomes unbalanced - you may be asked to double on a different instrument of need.

Attend one of the upcoming presentations with your parents/guardians.  There will be group and tour information with some time to answer your questions/concerns.

The next tour presentation will be held at Kamehameha Schools Kapalama High School Auditorium will be 6:30PM Thursday February 2, 2023.  

Note: Lana'i, Moloka'i, Kahuku HS, Waialua HS will be announced at a later time.  Additional meetings may be added as needed.

Don't miss this "Once in A Life Time" Opportunity to perform on a world stage.

Nominations, Presentations scheduled

 

Join us.... we are now forming the next version of the Na Koa Ali'i - Hawai'i All State Marching Band for the 2023-2024 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Tour.

* You were given a nomination letter by your director OR

* You can self nominate if you are in good standing in your school and music department.   Note - if the section becomes unbalanced - you may be asked to double on a different instrument of need.

Attend one of the upcoming presentations with your parents/guardians.  There will be group and tour information with some time to answer your questions/concerns.  

Click here for nomination letter with meeting dates. 

Presentation at Na Maka Studios has been added for Hula and Tahitian dancers will be 8:00AM Sunday January 15, 2023.  Note: Lana'i, Moloka'i, Kahuku HS, Waialua HS will be announced at a later time.  Additional meetings may be added as needed.

Don't miss this "Once in A Life Time" Opportunity to perform on a world stage.

HASMB attends Advance Rose Events

 

 

HASMB Director Matt Urabe along with staff members Rickey Badua and Charlie Iwanaga attended the Advance Director Events for the 2024 Tournament of Roses which included dinner receptions for the band directors,  parade bus tour,  Bandfest and to watch this years Tournament of Rose Parade.