7/22/2025
Band Camp Wrap Up
Good Evening!
Thank you all for an amazing end to Band Camp! Me and the staff have been so impressed by the effort and improvements from all sections this past week, we have set the standard for the rest of the season really high! Also thank you to everyone that came out to our performance today, it was a joy performing for you all and we hope you enjoyed it! Next Tuesday, July 29th from 5pm-8pm will be our first Tuesday evening rehearsal of the year, this rehearsal is required for all members!! Please make sure to save our google calendar located in the calendar tab to stay up to date on future rehearsals and performances.
Thank you!
7/20/2025
Band Camp Week 2
Good Morning!
So excited to get back at it for our last 2 days of Band Camp this Week! Here are a few reminders and updates:
Car Wash Wrap Up:
Our Car Wash fundraiser yesterday was a huge success! Students thank you all so much for your hard work, and a huge thanks to our amazing boosters for helping setup the event!
Drill Day (Winds, Guard and Battery ONLY):
Tomorrow Monday, July 21st we will be learning how to read drill as well as learning a short example drill. It is imperative that I know exactly who will be there to ensure you will have a spot to march. So to do that please fill out the form below ONLY if you can guarantee your attendance on Monday, July 21st. Section leaders please make sure we inform our section chats as well so no one misses this information. Responses on this form will close at 12:00pm today Sunday, July 20th, please fill it out before then!
Parent Showcase:
On Tuesday, July 22nd at 2:30pm in our Auditorium we will be giving a free performance for parents and people in our community! Every section of the band will get to show you something they've been working on for the past week, as well as performing a selection from our 2025 field show "Life on the High Seas". We are so excited for you to see all the hard work your students have done this past week, so please come out and support!
Again students please fill out the drill form if you haven't already, and we will see you at 7:45 tomorrow morning!
7/18/2025
Band Camp Week 1 Wrap Up
Good Evening!
Thank you all for an amazing first week of Band Camp!!! Me and the staff have been absolutely blown away by the progress made by every section, and we are so excited to keep working hard next week and the whole rest of the season! Here are some quick reminders heading into this weekend:
Car Wash:
Tomorrow from 8:00am-12:00pm is our Car Wash Fundraiser! All members are required to attend and help raise some funds to help us get down the road this season. All members will report at 7:45am, we will be posting an announcement on our social media tonight so please spread the word!
Drill Day (Winds, Guard and Battery ONLY):
Next Monday, July 21st we will be learning how to read drill as well as learning a short example drill. It is imperative that I know exactly who will be there to ensure you will have a spot to march. So to do that please fill out the form below ONLY if you can guarantee your attendance on Monday, July 21st. Section leaders please make sure we inform our section chats as well so no one misses this information. Responses on this form will close at 12:00pm on Sunday, July 20th, please fill it out before then!
Thank you all again for your hard work, see you tomorrow at 7:45!
7/16/2025
Band Camp Day 1
Good Evening!
Thank you for an amazing first day of Band Camp! It was so great seeing all the amazing work all of the sections are doing. Students please remember to continue hydrating and taking care of yourself tonight so we can have an even more successful day tomorrow.
Also it totally slipped my mind in our wrap up meeting but tomorrow is crazy outfit day, so please feel free to wear your wildest wardrobe (that you can still move comfortably in!).
Thanks!
7/12/2025
Part 3 Music
Good Evening!
Winds Music for Part 3 is ready! These parts will be printed for you on Tuesday, but feel free to take a look at them now through the member portal!
Thanks
7/9/2025
Band Camp Updates pt.2
Good Afternoon!
We are officially one week away from the start of Band Camp! Just a couple announcements before then:
Before you Arrive:
Leading up to this event students please make sure you are drinking at least 60-80 ounces (3-4 hydroflasks) of water a day to stay properly hydrated, as well as getting outside for at least an hour a day to get acclimated to the hot weather climate. Students are expected to arrive at least 15 minutes early each day to set up their equipment, as well as bring the following:
-Athletic clothes and shoes
-Instrument (sticks or mallets for percussion)
-3 ring binder with sheet protectors
-Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses
-Minimum 32 oz refillable water bottle
Spirit Days:
Each day for band camp we will have spirit days picked out by your amazing student leadership!
Wednesday, July 16th - Student Leadership Shirts; so we can help everyone identify our leaders!
Thursday, July 17th - Crazy/Wacky clothes
Friday, July 18th - Superhero Day
Monday, July 21st - Twin Day
Tuesday, July 22nd - Section colors (will determine at camp)
Parent Performance:
On Tuesday, July 22nd at 2:30pm we will have our parent performance in the Arcadia Auditorium! Here we will have each section of the band showcase a little bit of what they've been working on the past week, as well as perform the first movement of our 2025 production "Life on the High Seas"! We hope you can make it out to see your amazing students perform!
Again if you have any questions beforehand please feel free to email me.
Go Titans!
7/3/2025
Band Camp Updates and New Show Music!
Good Evening!
Super excited to begin our Band Camp in less than 2 weeks! In case you need a refresher here is that schedule:
Wednesday-Friday, July 16th-18th 8am-3:30pm
Saturday, July 19th 8am-12pm (Car Wash Fundraiser)
Monday-Tuesday, July 21-22nd 8am-3:30pm
Leading up to this event students please make sure you are drinking at least 60-80 ounces (3-4 hydroflasks) of water a day to stay properly hydrated, as well as getting outside for at least an hour a day to get acclimated to the hot weather climate. Students are expected to arrive at least 15 minutes early each day to set up their equipment, as well as bring the following:
-Athletic clothes and shoes
-Instrument (sticks or mallets for percussion)
-3 ring binder with sheet protectors
-Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses
-Minimum 32 oz refillable water bottle
We also have show music for part 2 ready! Members should’ve received an email with instruction on how to access the student drive, if you need to be added to this list please let me know.
If you have any questions leading up to Band Camp please feel free to contact me, until then we will see you at our last training session on Tuesday, July 15th at 5pm!
6/12/2025
Private Lessons
Good Morning!
Wanting some individualized instruction on your instrument this summer or next school year? Check out our list of recommended private teachers! All of these amazing educators requested their information to be on this list, so please take advantage of this opportunity!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1btNyOA2AKWAjh1DTDTUvaPJjNUKUFmz4Zq6EErubB_w/edit?usp=sharing
6/3/2025
String Performance Opportunity
Good Morning!
See below for an opportunity to play with the SCC Community Orchestra!
6/2/2025
Informational Meeting Wrap Up
Good Evening!
Thank you for an amazing turnout for our first meeting of the year! It was so great to finally get to meet so many of you in person and see that you all are just as excited as me about this season! If you couldn’t attend but are still planning on being a member please fill out this form (one per family please):
We also announced our 2025 production “Life on the High Seas”, along with an audio snippet of our opening statement, check it out!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14ewk-jYHl635ZTCWsvtlZiV0EykWXhmh/view?usp=sharing
Tomorrow on Tuesday will also be our first Spring Training session! This session is for all members; we will be working on our basic skills as well as getting to know fellow members and staff. Students should bring:
-Athletic clothes and shoes
-Instrument (low brass and reeds will be supplied, bring sticks or mallets for percussion)
-Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses
-Minimum 32 oz refillable water bottle
If you have any questions feel free to email me, so excited to start the season together!
5/29/2025
Dates for Concerts and Football Games
Good evening!
Please see below all of our concerts and home football games for the season (marching band will only perform at home games):
Band Concerts:
Monday, October 6th 6pm
Tuesday, December 9th 6pm
Tuesday, March 10th 6pm
Tuesday, May 12th 6pm
Orchestra Concerts:
Wednesday, October 8th 6pm
Wednesday, December 10th 6pm
Thursday, March 12th 6pm
Wednesday, May 13th 6pm
Football Games:
Thursday, September 18th vs Deer Valley
Friday, September 26th vs ALA West Foothills
Friday, October 3rd vs Combs
Friday, October 17th vs Poston Butte*
Friday, October 24th vs Eastmark
*Optional, Spring Break Game
5/27/2025
Upcoming Dates
Good Afternoon!
We are now less than a week away from our first meeting as the 2025-2026 Spirit of Arcadia Marching Band! Just a reminder this meeting will take place Monday, June 2nd from 5-7pm in the Band Room and will have information about the program, schedule, payment, staff, and of course revealing our 2025 production! Following this meeting we will have our first Spring Training Session on Tuesday, June 3rd from 5-7pm in the Band Room as well. We will have more information about this first session at the June 2nd meeting but make sure to wear athletic clothes and shoes, bring a large water bottle, and personal instruments for some sections (flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, sticks/mallets for percussion). If you have any questions about either of these 2 dates please don’t hesitate to email me at natebconell@gmail.com.
Thank you and we’ll see you soon!
4/19/2025
Marching Band Dates
The 2025 Marching Band season is fast approaching! Please check out all of our confirmed dates below:
Informational Meeting (Get to meet the staff, learn more about the program plus revealing our 2025 production!)
Monday, June 2nd, 5pm-7pm
Spring Training Dates/Times (Not required but HIGHLY recommended, especially for new members!)
Tuesday, June 3rd 5pm-7pm
Tuesday, June 17th 5pm-7pm
Tuesday, July 1st 5pm-7pm
Tuesday, July 15th 5pm-7pm
Band Camp Dates/Times (REQUIRED FOR ALL MEMBERS)
Wednesday-Friday, July 16th-18th 8am-3:30pm
Saturday, July 19th 8am-12pm (Car Wash Fundraiser)
Monday-Tuesday, July 21-22nd 8am-3:30pm
Daily Rehearsal Schedule Days/Times
Monday, Thursday 6:30am-7:20am
Tuesday 5pm-8pm
Competitions
Saturday, September 27th, Desert Ridge High School
Saturday, October 11th, Corona Del Sol High School
Saturday, October 25th, Dobson High School
Saturday, November 1st, Desert Vista High School (Semifinals)
Saturday, November 15th, Glendale Community College (Championships)*
*Potential show dependent on placement at semifinals
4/19/2025
Welcome!
Hello and welcome to the brand new website for Arcadia High School Instrumental Music! My name is Nate Conell and I am so thrilled to be the new Director of Instrumental music here at Arcadia. This site will be used for communication, information about the program, a hub for members to access required materials, and more! Please be patient with us as we continue to update and refine this site for your convenience, any and all questions about the program for this coming year can be sent to natebconell@gmail.com.
Thank you!
