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Congratulations to the TOHS Winter Guard
Congratulations to the TOHS Winter Guard who received the Silver Medal at the Winter Guard of Southern California (WGASC) Championships. Their finals score of 90.0 was the second highest in their division and third overall. The TOHS Winter Guard is ranked 2nd out of 16 in their SA Division in Finals (Silver Medalist) and is ranked 3rd overall in Southern California out of 52 competing winter guards in all divisions for the Finals Competition.
See our WGASC Finals Page for a larger version of the picture and to read the full press release.
The Color Guard is holding free workshops for any incoming freshman and current students (boys or girls) at TOHS.
This workshop will introduce you to the activity of Color Guard.
- FREE WORKSHOP
- MAY 9 AND MAY 16
- 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- TOHS Girls' Activity Room (GAR)
Please see our video clip which highlights the art and skill of being in Color Guard.
To Join, fill out the Instrumental Music Department Survey.
Congratulations to the TOHS AM Jazz Band
You may wish to congratulate the Thousand Oaks High School AM Jazz Ensemble for it's "Unanimous Superior" ratings and 4TH Place Trophy at the Reno Jazz Festival on April 28, 2012. Now in it's 50th year, the Reno Jazz Festival, hosted by the University of Nevada, brings together college, high school, and middle school jazz ensembles from the western United States to compete in a ratings festival before professional judges. Performing Maynard Ferguson's "Fox Hunt," "Just Below the Surface," by Dan Gailey and Pat Matheny favorite, "Minuano," The TOHS AM Jazz Band competed in the AAA Division for high schools of similar size. Outstanding soloist awards were presented to trumpeters Rasmus Engaard and Everett Kelly, and guitarist Alex Karukas. The AM Jazz Ensemble, the top jazz band at TOHS, is under the direction of Mr. Marty Martone.
Audition Materials Online
Audition materials have now been uploaded for Concert Band (winds and percussion) as well as Jazz Band. See our Auditions Page for links.
Donations/Payments Page Updates
We've updated links for making donations/payments for the 2012-2013 school year including marching band, instrumental music, and color guard. Band Wear may also be ordered now. You can also make a tax-deductible (non-specific) donation to the TOHS Band. See our Band Donations/Payments page for details.
TOHS Instrumental Music Departmental donations and payments are always secure via our Acceptiva portal.
Information for all 2012-2013 Instrumental Music Students
Class descriptions and other information pertaining to the TOHS Music Department have recently been updated. Learn about our fine music program. Learn where "Band Land" is. This and more can be found on our Band Orientation Page.
- Lancer Band Program Description
- Band Parent Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
as a web page
or as an Acrobat File
- TOHS Instrumental Music Department Brochure
All students interested in enrolling in the TOHS Instrumental Music Department are asked to fill out the Information Survey in preparation for the 2012-2013 School year. Please fill out this survey before the Band Orientation Meeting on April 18, 2012 in the TOHS Cafeteria. This meeting will offer information on what the TOHS Music Department offers. It will also allow you to ask questions and fill out forms for the upcoming school year.
- Instrumental Music Department Survey (please fill out ASAP)
Note: Surveys are displayed in another
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Lancer Band Photo Processing now available at
http://photos.tohsband.org
You can order photos, build a photo album, or even put your favorite band picture on coffee mug from the TOHS Band website. Through an arrangement with SmugMug, the Lancer Band now offers picture processing for services at http://photos.tohsband.org. All proceeds from the sale of products are donated to the TOHS Band Boosters.
Calling All TOHS Band Alumni!
Maybe you miss everything about band competitions and being involved behind the scenes. Perhaps you just want to stay informed. Or, maybe it's somewhere in-between. Regardless, this message is for you! The Lancer Band is building a new roster of former TOHS Band Students and Band Boosters who are interested in the Lancer Band's future. It's easy and painless to get on this roster. Just fill out our new Alumni Survey, and we'll send you email messages about future band activities. If you want to volunteer, we'll find ways that you can help. Fill out your survey response soon!
ESPRIT DE CORPS - what's it all about?
The Lancers received a top honor at the 2005 Bands of America Grand Nationals competition: the "Al Castronovo" Memorial Espirit de Corps Award! This award is bestowed on one band at each Grand Nationals competition, the one band that best exemplifies the best qualities of what the Bands of America program is all about: "pride, spirit, enthusiasm, friendliness, and unity of purpose." The Lancer Band is very honored to receive this award. Congratulations Lancers!
We have more information about the Esprit de Corps Award, its history and past award winners. Follow the link for more information.
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Our website development team always enjoys your comments and suggestions. Please contact us.
Shop Using Scrip
Scrip is an on-going fund raiser for the TOHS Band Boosters. Orders are placed every Tuesday, you must place your order online prior to 3 PM to ensure delivery by Friday of each week. Check out the site and submit your orders. Order Scrip at http://www.shopwithscrip.com. Please remember the enrollment code for Thousand Oaks High School Band Boosters is 8EL7CE2411739. Contact Brenda Piske for details.
Also, you can purchase on-hand scrip from Diane Powers for many local stores and restaurants.
For information about how you can benefit from our scrip program, see our Scrip Information Page.
Online Band Donations/Payments
You may make TOHS Band payments for Marching Band, Concert Band and to purchase "Band Wear" via our credit card portal. All transactions are safe and secure. See our Band Donations/Payments Page for details.
Your Booster Board
If you need to contact a member of the TOHS Band Booster Board, you can find email addresses for most board members on the Boosters Page.
Find the Right Music Instructor for You!
The Thousand Oaks High School Instrumental Music Department encourages all music students to take individual private music instruction to ensure that they reach their full potential. We have many instructors in and around the Conejo Valley for every type of instrument. Check out our list of music instructors.
Band Payments
Please refer to the band financial pledge page in your membership packet. If you need a 2011-2012 Membership Packet, please contact the band office.
Booster Meeting Schedule
All booster meetings are conducted on the second Wednesday of each month. All booster meetings start at 7:30 PM in the TOHS Band Room. Note, no meeting is planned for the month of December.