Band - Concord Christian School

Band News

Don't miss your chance to see our band's fall show, Starlight, on the field this fall! Catch them at one of their competitions (listed below) or at the Homecoming Game at Concord next Friday. September 21: Clinch River Classic, September 28: Karns Invitational, October 26: Soddy Daisy

Four members of our Concord Band recently travelled to Atlanta, Georgia to work with Atlanta Quest! Atlanta Quest in an independent indoor drumline that competes nationally at the highest level. Our students took part in an all day intensive clinic and spent time learning from some of the best!

Our Pride of the Den Marching Band officially kicked off their season with their first halftime performance! We're incredibly proud of these students and all of the hard work that led up to this first performance!

FAQs

Why band?

Being in the band affords many opportunities for leadership, character growth and development, and service opportunities to share Christ in the community. Students have fun and learn to work together as a team.

The band has its roots in the military, and it is centered around patience, discipline, and personal sacrifice for the betterment of the group. Band fosters a culture of community and is excellent for college preparation and building a resume.

Overall, the band is a blast for students and their families, and I would enjoy speaking more to you about the benefits of being a band member!

Please reach out to
CCS Band Director, Natalie Renfroe,
for more information:
nrenfroe@concordchristianschool.org.

What is HS band class?

Marching Band (2 weeks in July - October 30) + Concert Winds

**Marching band helps to satisfy a P.E requirement**

What are the requirements?

Band Camp: Band Camp is 2 weeks long. Week 2 and Week 3 of the month of July. 2022 Band Camp is July 11-15 and July 18-22.

Color Guard and Percussion meet in early June or late May (depending on student schedules) and learn fundamentals and battery set up for marching percussion.

Band Camp : Week 1 July 11-15 (8-4)
Band Camp: Week 2 July 18-22nd (8-8pm)
T/R Afterschool Practices 4-6pm (Season Ends Oct 30)
5 Friday CAK/CCS Football Games (Possible play offs *Typically ends 10/30)
2-3 Competitions Saturday (season ends 10/30)
What period is band class?
Band class is 7th period. (The schedule for next year has not been set, however, this is when it has traditionally been offered in the past.)

What about sports?

Coaches and directors share a calendar and work with each other to share players during both marching and concert season. Students with sports conflicts need to meet with the director so that coaches and directors can both plan accordingly.

Can I just be in the marching band?

To be in the marching band, you must be enrolled in the class.

What about 8th graders?

Yes! Invited 8th graders are welcome to join the marching band. 8th graders must attend band camp and weekly after-school rehearsals/competitions and games. Although they are not enrolled in the class, they are able to earn P.E. credit.

What about dual enrollment?

Yes! If a student is enrolled in a dual enrollment/college class, students attend their classes on MW and band classes on T, R, F. Students are responsible for keeping up with their music/practice, etc.