Dunedin Celtic Festival


The Dunedin Celtic Festival is an annual event that celebrates the Scottish Heritage of the City of Dunedin. This event features vendors, food, and entertainment throughout the day and into the night. Bring your lawn chairs to enjoy the concerts.



Date: November 21, 2009

Location: Highlander Park



Time:

Band Call Time 2:00PM at the Band Room

4PM Band Performance on the back stage of Community Center


Notes:

Students will need transportation from the band room to the community center and back after the performance.




Dunedin Holiday Concert in the Park


The 5th Annual Scottish Highlander Holiday Concert in the Park is a greta opportunity to celebrate the season with songs. This event is combined with the Dunedin “2nd Friday” events to promote a greater hometown experience.



Date: December 11, 2009

Location: Pioneer Park



Time:

Band Call Time 1:00PM at the Band Room

4PM Band Performance on the back stage of Community Center


Notes:

Students will need transportation from the band room to the community center and back after the performance.




Dunedin Holiday Parade


The Annual Holiday Parade is a great community and family event. The band performs traditional holiday tunes with added flare of bagpipes. This is truly an event to bring your family and friends to. There are many activities following the parade in downtown Dunedin and Edgewater Park.



Date: December 12, 2009

Location: Downtown Dunedin



Time:

Band Call Time 1:00PM at the Band Room

Parade begins at 4PM at the Blue Jay’s Baseball Stadium and ends at Pioneer Park.


Notes:

Students will be transported by school bus to location and picked up at the end of the parade route.


We need a parent to tow the band trailer.




Holiday Break


December 19, 2009 - January 3, 2010


Enjoy the time with your family and friends. Get lots of rest and have a great break!

 

Scottish Highlander Band Events for 2009

 


WEEK AT A GLANCE

Monday, November 16, 2009
Band Rehearsal 4 - 6

Holiday Concert Preparations





Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Student Leadership - 1:30 - 2PM


Jazz Ensemble - 2 - 3PM


Band Parent Meeting 6:30PM




Wednesday, November 18, 2009
All County Assistance after school


Pipe Band 12:30 - 2


All County Auditions
Clearwater High School
4 - 8PM




Thursday, November 19, 2009

Channel 10 Morning Show News Spot
Members of Pipe Band and a Dancer


Band Rehearsal 4 - 6

Holiday Concert Preparations




Friday, November 20, 2009
Wear your Band Polo to school!




Saturday, November 21, 2009
Dunedin Celtic Festival

2PM Call Time
4PM Performance





Sunday, November 22, 2009






FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BAND APPEARANCES AND REHEARSALS, PLEASE SELECT THE BAND CALENDAR LINK ABOVE.

 


ANNOUNCEMENTS

11/14/2009

Photo Page Updated




11/14/2009

The Pipe Band and Jazz Band did an awesome job at the Golfers vs. cancer golf tournament.




11/11/2009

Yankee Candle Fundraising Items are here! Please plan to take the items home and deliver ASAP.




11/7/2009

CONGRATS TO THE SUPERIOR RATED

2009

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER MARCHING BAND!





10/30/2009

November Under The Kilts






10/22/2009

Congrats to Christian E. and Jacob L. for making the 2009 Pinellas All County Orchestra. Jacob made 1st chair bass.




10/12/2009

FESTIVAL OF WINDS
Congrats to the following students for being selected to perform in the 2009 USF FOW.

  1. Sarah Hammond - Bb Clarinet

  2. Matt Huntley - Bari Sax

  3. Casey McGowan - Bassoon

  4. Johnathan Schultz - Bass Clarinet

  5. Anastasia Sher-Jones - Bb Clarinet





9/30/2009

Volunteer Opportunities!!!


Parents, let us hear from you!

The band and boosters are always in need of your time and energy.  As Mr. Dykes says, “many hands make light work”.  If you have not heard from us, don’t be shy.  Let us know you are available.