4 October 2024 - Newsletter
Fall Concert Info
Our Fall Concert is here! Come join us on Tuesday, Oct. 8th at 7pm in the Bell HS Auditorium to celebrate all the hard work our students have done in the past few months.
Students: you have a Dress Rehearsal on Monday, Oct. 7th. Here are all the things you need:
- All Choirs Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 7, 4-7pm (Dressed, Checked in, In assigned seats in the auditorium, Tardies begin at 4:20)
- Refer to the Choir Handbook for all information regarding your Uniform. But here are some key points to remember:
- NO jewelry on wrists, face, or necks. Tiny earrings and tiny finger rings are acceptable. Absolutely no dangling earrings, gauges, hoops, or anything flashy that draws attention and take away from the uniform look.
- Women’s dress shoes should have a closed toe with a secure heel. Absolutely NO flip-flops, tennis shoes, boots, or backless slides. Dressy, solid black flats, heels, pumps, etc. are all acceptable as long as they meet the guidelines. Women’s shoes are to be worn with sheer black stockings - these can be pantyhose or knee highs.
- Men must wear black socks and solid black dress shoes (no tennis shoes).
- Men - hair should be styled and/or secured out of your face
- Women - hair needs to be secured out of your face in a low bun.
- After the concert, everyone is expected to dry clean your uniform and store it neatly in your own closet, ready for the next performance
Current House Standings:
Trotta: 106
Mozart: 131
Schumann: 100
LaBarr: 92
Mozart: 131
Schumann: 100
LaBarr: 92
All State News
Round 2 audition preparation is underway, which means our next round of masterclasses are soon. Ms. Miyake will hold masterclasses on Thursday during the day and after school and Friday during the day next week (10/10 and 10/11), so be prepared. Please email Mrs. A ahead of time if there are conflicts with Thursday after school. All Round 2 participants are expected to attend. Practice some every day - whether it’s active listening, sight reading, or working that tricky section of music. You have 2 weeks left, so make every day count!
9/10 Honor Choir
It’s time for 9/10 Honor Choir music! Auditions will be on Tuesday, Oct. 29th, so your preparation starts now! Here’s the good thing: JV, you already learned one of the pieces! The two pieces that will be auditioned are:
We have 4 more rehearsals from 4-5pm on these days:
Be brave and come prepare this awesome music with us! Hope to see you there!
- Viva! - Mozart, arr. Liebergen
- My Very Own - LaBarr
We have 4 more rehearsals from 4-5pm on these days:
- Thursday, Oct. 10th
- Tuesday, Oct. 15th
- Tuesday, Oct. 22nd
- Thursday, Oct 24th
Be brave and come prepare this awesome music with us! Hope to see you there!
Football Star-Spangled Banner
Vaniecia Whitaker represented Bell Choir at the Varsity Football game vs. Eaton spectacularly at Pennington Field by singing the Star-Spangled Banner. Way to go, Vaniecia!
Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Fundraiser Starts Soon!
We will be kicking off our Cookie Dough and Poinsettia Fundraiser on Thursday, Oct. 10th. Be on the lookout for details coming soon! Remember: you can reduce the cost of your New Orleans trip by selling items during this fundraiser!
Choir Trip Sign Up
Ready to go to New Orleans? Make sure you sign up online by Thursday, Oct. 17th to reserve your student’s spot! Also, be sure to turn in the yellow Behavior Contract to the choir room when you book your trip. Both the online booking and the yellow sheet are needed to confirm your spot. We hope to see many of you there!
Panda Express Spirit Night
Come out and support Bell Choir at Panda Express on Central Dr. tomorrow from 10am-10:30pm! By going, you are helping us offset the cost of programming and community outreach. If you order online, be sure to enter the code 378588 in the fundraiser code box. If you order in person, show this flyer on your phone to participate. 20% of the proceeds will go to Bell HS Choirs. See you there!
VOCES8 Concert
The professional octet Voces8 will be putting on a concert next Friday, 10/11 at 7pm in Dallas, and we want to take our students to see them! We will meet after school and take a bus to Dallas and watch the concert, then take the bus back to Bell HS. We have 9 student tickets left (each one is $15), so let Mrs. A or Mr. Bailey know that you want to go this week! You can pay in cash or be billed through Presto. This is an incredible experience, so take advantage of it now!
Junior High School Fall Concerts
Central, Bedford, and Hurst Junior Highs all had their Fall Concerts in the past week, and every concert was spectacular! It’s so amazing to see all the incredible work that each director has put into preparing these students. We can’t wait to see these programs succeed even more this year!
Important Dates:
- Sun 10/6 - Father-Son Chorus Rehearsal, 2-3pm in the choir room
- Mon 10/7 - REQUIRED Dress Rehearsal, 4-7pm
- Tues 10/8 - Fall Concert, 6:15pm call, 7pm start
- Wed 10/9- PSAT Testing, 10th/11th grade
- Thurs 10/10 - Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Fundraiser Begins
- Thurs 10/10 - All-State & 9/10 Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Fri 10/11 - Voces8 Concert, 5:15 meet in choir room
- Sat 10/12 - HOCO Hallway Decoration, 9am-12pm
- Mon 10/14 - No School: Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day
- Tues 10/15 - All-State & 9/10 Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Wed 10/16 - Homecoming Parade
27 September 2024 - Newsletter
All-State News
Congratulations to ALL of our students who auditioned at Round 1 of All-State this past Saturday! You all put in so much hard work and effort into this music, and we are so proud of each and every one of you. The beauty is in the process, not the result.
Round 1 was FANTASTIC for BHS Choirs! We took 54 singers, and 37 advanced to the next round! Check it out below!
Round 1 was FANTASTIC for BHS Choirs! We took 54 singers, and 37 advanced to the next round! Check it out below!
Special thanks to our wonderful Booster Board members for running the concession stand and taking care of hospitality and lunch for the judges. We wouldn’t be able to do this without all of your help!
Also, thank you to all the students who volunteered throughout the day! You all did a fabulous job and represented Bell Choir well.
For those advancing to Round 2, we have 3 more after school rehearsals before the audition, so do your best to attend and get everything you can out of this round of music!
Also, thank you to all the students who volunteered throughout the day! You all did a fabulous job and represented Bell Choir well.
For those advancing to Round 2, we have 3 more after school rehearsals before the audition, so do your best to attend and get everything you can out of this round of music!
Fall Concert Info
The Fall Concert is right around the corner! Here’s the information you need to make sure you’re ready for the day:
- All Choirs Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 7, 4-7pm (Dressed, Checked in, In assigned seats in the auditorium, Tardies begin at 4:20)
- Refer to the Choir Handbook for all information regarding your Uniform. But here are some key points to remember:
- NO jewelry on wrists, face, or necks. Tiny earrings and tiny finger rings are acceptable. Absolutely no dangling earrings, gauges, hoops, or anything flashy that draws attention and take away from the uniform look.
- Women’s dress shoes should have a closed toe with a secure heel. Absolutely NO flip-flops, tennis shoes, boots, or backless slides. Dressy, solid black flats, heels, pumps, etc. are all acceptable as long as they meet the guidelines. Women’s shoes are to be worn with sheer black stockings - these can be pantyhose or knee highs.
- Men must wear black socks and solid black dress shoes (no tennis shoes).
- Men - hair should be styled and/or secured out of your face
- Women - hair needs to be secured out of your face in a low bun.
- After the concert, everyone is expected to dry clean your uniform and store it neatly in your own closet, ready for the next performance
- Refer to the Choir Handbook for all information regarding your Uniform. But here are some key points to remember:
Current House Standings:
Trotta: 74
Mozart: 83
Schumann: 69
LaBarr: 69
Mozart: 83
Schumann: 69
LaBarr: 69
9/10 Honor Choir
It’s time for 9/10 Honor Choir music! Auditions will be on Tuesday, Oct. 29th, so your preparation starts now! Here’s the good thing: JV, you already learned one of the pieces! The two pieces that will be auditioned are:
We encouraged as many 10th graders to audition as possible! The 9/10 Honor Choir will perform during Region Weekend on November 8th-9th. Even better news: you don’t have to sightread at this audition!
We will hold 5 rehearsals from 4-5pm on these days:
Be brave and come prepare this awesome music with us! Hope to see you there!
- Viva! - Mozart, arr. Liebergen
- My Very Own - LaBarr
We encouraged as many 10th graders to audition as possible! The 9/10 Honor Choir will perform during Region Weekend on November 8th-9th. Even better news: you don’t have to sightread at this audition!
We will hold 5 rehearsals from 4-5pm on these days:
- Thursday, October 3rd
- Thursday, Oct. 10th
- Tuesday, Oct. 15th
- Tuesday, Oct. 22nd
- Thursday, Oct 24th
Be brave and come prepare this awesome music with us! Hope to see you there!
JV Mixed + Varsity Tenor-Bass Rehearsal
Reminder: There is a rehearsal on Tuesday, Oct. 1st from 4-5:15pm for all JV choir members (Choralier Treble, Choralier Tenor-Bass, and Bel Canto) as well as A Capella Tenor-Bass. This is a REQUIRED event as it is a major grade. Be there or be square!
Choir Trip Sign Up
Ready to go to New Orleans? Make sure you sign up online by Thursday, Oct. 17th to reserve your student’s spot! Also, be sure to turn in the yellow Behavior Contract to the choir room when you book your trip. Both the online booking and the yellow sheet are needed to confirm your spot. We hope to see many of you there!
Dave’s Hot Chicken Spirit Night
Come out and support Bell Choir at Dave’s Hot Chicken in Hurst tomorrow from 4-8pm! Be sure to scan the code at the register for 20% of the proceeds to go to us! If you order online, enter the code “GIVE” in the coupon code line to participate!
Choir Swag Ends Today!
Our online Choir Swag shop closes TODAY! Grab the items you want before time runs out!
Link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/school-spirit-wear-temp-69954/items?cart
Link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/school-spirit-wear-temp-69954/items?cart
Welcome Our New Choir Council Member!
We have a new JV representative! Everyone please welcome Kayne DiCola, representative of Choralier Tenor-Bass!
SENIORS!
TMEA Scholarships Available
TMEA awards scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate music degrees at Texas institutions (including student teachers). Online applications close November 1 at 4:30 pm CT.
View available scholarships and share with your students
TMEA awards scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate music degrees at Texas institutions (including student teachers). Online applications close November 1 at 4:30 pm CT.
View available scholarships and share with your students
Important Dates:
- Sat 9/28 - Dave’s Hot Chicken Spirit Night, 4-8pm
- Tues 10/1 - JV/Men’s Combined Rehearsal, 4-5:15pm in the choir room
- Wed 10/2 - Final $100 Bell System Payment Due
- Thurs 10/3 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Sun 10/6 - Father-Son Chorus Rehearsal, 2-3pm in the choir room
- Mon 10/7 - REQUIRED Dress Rehearsal, 4-7pm
- Tues 10/8 - Fall Concert, 6:15pm call, 7pm start
- Wed 10/9- PSAT Testing, 10th/11th grade
- Thurs 10/10 - Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Fundraiser Begins
- Thurs 10/10 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Sat 10/12 - HOCO Hallway Decoration, 9am-12pm
20 September 2024 - Newsletter
All-State News
The day is here! Round 1 of All-State is tomorrow, so get lots of rest, drink lots of water, make sure you know your cuts, and of course, show up ready to go! Double check your call time:
Dress professionally (no t-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, etc.) and bring your music, water, and a pencil. If you are a student volunteering during the day, be sure to wear/bring your choir shirt and jeans. The student volunteer call times are below:
Parent Volunteers: double check your volunteer time slot. Thank you for helping us make this day as smooth as possible!
If you are a student helping to set up after school today, meet in the choir room at 4:05pm. :)
A special thanks to Ms. Wolff and Mr. Aune for listening to our singers at our Cuts Party on Thursday! Your expertise is greatly appreciated.
- District Audition @ BHS! - Saturday 9/21
- AM Basses and Altos – 6:45 AM call at BHS (that is NOT a typo)
- PM Tenors and Sopranos – 11:30 AM call at BHS
Dress professionally (no t-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, etc.) and bring your music, water, and a pencil. If you are a student volunteering during the day, be sure to wear/bring your choir shirt and jeans. The student volunteer call times are below:
- AM Shift: 8am
- PM Shift: 11:15am/as soon as you're done auditioning
Parent Volunteers: double check your volunteer time slot. Thank you for helping us make this day as smooth as possible!
If you are a student helping to set up after school today, meet in the choir room at 4:05pm. :)
A special thanks to Ms. Wolff and Mr. Aune for listening to our singers at our Cuts Party on Thursday! Your expertise is greatly appreciated.
Choir Trip Update
Good news: Our trip is approved! We will be going to New Orleans in April (trip details in the August 30th, 2024 newsletter). Parents and students, check your email for the link to sign up. Can't wait to see you there!
The Decibelles Debut Performance!
The Decibelles made their debut at the football game against Timber Creek this past Friday! They sang the Star Spangled Banner and did it beautifully! Keep it up, girls!
Current House Standings:
Trotta: 55
Mozart: 53
Schumann: 52
LaBarr: 55
Mozart: 53
Schumann: 52
LaBarr: 55
Father-Son Chorus
We are excited to announce the formation of a Father-Son Chorus, or Community Tenor/Bass Chorus, for our Fall Concert on Tuesday, October 8th. This special performance will feature the song “The Awakening” as the grand finale.
We invite all tenor/bass singers at LD Bell High School to invite a father figure or male role model to join them in this experience. This could be a father, uncle, grandfather, teacher, coach, minister, etc. If a student’s role model is unavailable, we can connect them with willing parents who want to sing but don’t have a Tenor/Bass. We are hoping some of our parents will step in as mentors. If you can volunteer, please complete this Google form as soon as possible: Tenor/Bass Mentor Form. Links to the music are available HERE.
Our only rehearsal will be on Sunday, October 6, from 2-3 PM in the LD Bell High School Auditorium. Call for the concert on October 8th will be 6:15pm. All adult participants wear black pants and a white dress shirt; black suits or tuxedos are also welcome.
We look forward to a memorable concert and hope this experience enriches our community’s appreciation for tenor/bass singing.
We invite all tenor/bass singers at LD Bell High School to invite a father figure or male role model to join them in this experience. This could be a father, uncle, grandfather, teacher, coach, minister, etc. If a student’s role model is unavailable, we can connect them with willing parents who want to sing but don’t have a Tenor/Bass. We are hoping some of our parents will step in as mentors. If you can volunteer, please complete this Google form as soon as possible: Tenor/Bass Mentor Form. Links to the music are available HERE.
Our only rehearsal will be on Sunday, October 6, from 2-3 PM in the LD Bell High School Auditorium. Call for the concert on October 8th will be 6:15pm. All adult participants wear black pants and a white dress shirt; black suits or tuxedos are also welcome.
We look forward to a memorable concert and hope this experience enriches our community’s appreciation for tenor/bass singing.
Round 2 Intensive
Reminder: We will be having a Round 2 Intensive rehearsal on Tuesday, Sept. 24th after school from 4-8pm in the choir room! All students who advance to Round 2 are required to attend to dive into the next set of fantastic music and get a running start on the competition! We will be rehearsing all of the new pieces and working on sight-reading, so come prepared with your music, water, and a pencil. Even better: this rehearsal is Potluck Style! Bring a dessert to share with those attending. See you there!
Pep Rally Fashion!
Check out some of the awesome Dynamic Duos we had for our pep rally on Thursday!
Swig Spirit Night
Thank you to everyone who showed up to the Swig Spirit Night this past Saturday! The line was long all day, and our students were out on the sidewalk holding signs and cheering for Bell Choir! Thank you for showing your support!
Choir Swag Now Live!
Looking for some new Bell Choir swag to add to your wardrobe? Our online store is live now! Browse some of our new items or grab a fan favorite and rep Bell Choirs wherever you go! Our store will close next Friday, 9/27, so take a look before time runs out!
Link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/school-spirit-wear-temp-69954/items?cart
Link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/school-spirit-wear-temp-69954/items?cart
Coming Soon:
BHS Fall Concert
Our Fall Concert is just 2 weeks away! Make sure these important dates are in your calendar!
- Tuesday, Oct. 1st: JV Mixed/Men’s Combined rehearsal - 4-5:15pm
- Sunday. Oct. 6th: Father-Son Chorus Rehearsal, Choir Room, 2-3pm
- Monday, Oct. 7th: REQUIRED Dress Rehearsal, 4-7pm
- Tuesday, Oct. 8th: Fall Concert - 6:15pm Call Time, 7pm Start
Junior High Concerts
Want to support our feeder Junior Highs? They all have concerts coming soon! Check out the dates below:
- Central Junior High Fall Concert: Wednesday, Sept. 25th, 6:30pm
- Bedford Junior High Fall Concert: Thursday, Sept. 26th, 5:30pm
- Hurst Junior High 8th/9th Grade Concert: Monday, Sept. 30th, 7pm
- Hurst Junior High 7th Grade Concert: Tuesday, Oct. 1st, 7pm
Important Dates:
- Fri 9/20 - All State Set up (hosting at BHS!) right after school
- Sat 9/21 - All State Round 1 - AM Altos and Basses, PM Soprano and Tenor
- Tues 9/24 - Choir Council, 8:15am
- Tues 9/24 - All State Round 2 Intensive, 4-8pm in the choir room
- Sat 9/28 - Dave’s Hot Chicken Spirit Night, 4-8pm
- Tues 10/1 - JV/Men’s Combined Rehearsal, 4-5:15pm in the choir room
- Wed 10/2 - Final $100 Bell System Payment Due
- Sun 10/6 - Father-Son Chorus Rehearsal, 2-3pm in the choir room
- Mon 10/7 - REQUIRED Dress Rehearsal, 4-7pm
- Tues 10/8 - Fall Concert, 6:15pm call, 7pm start
13 September 2024 - Newsletter
Choir Sorting Party and Football Game!
We had our Choir Sorting Party last Friday and we had so much fun! The students got to meet their new Housemates, play games to get to know each other, and compete for House points. Thank you to our wonderful Booster Board volunteers for helping serve pizza to the students!
Afterwards, we headed to Pennington Field to sing the Star-Spangled Banner at the Football Game as a program. The students sang with beauty and pride and represented Bell Choirs well!
Check out some of the awesome pictures from the party!:
Afterwards, we headed to Pennington Field to sing the Star-Spangled Banner at the Football Game as a program. The students sang with beauty and pride and represented Bell Choirs well!
Check out some of the awesome pictures from the party!:
Current House Standings:
Mozart: 42
Trotta: 43
Schumann: 41
LaBarr: 43
Trotta: 43
Schumann: 41
LaBarr: 43
Bell System 6 Stones Performance
Bell System performed bright and early at the opening of the new 6 Stones home in Euless, and they did a spectacular job! They performed “Give Us Hope” arranged by Francisco Núñez, and they were met with roaring applause! Thank you to those who came out to support Bell System at this performance! Check out the photos from the event below:
FUNDRAISING NEWS: 99Pledges
Thank you to everyone who shared our 99Pledges fundraiser and donated! We SURPASSED our goal!
Look how much money we raised! $15,471
CONGRATULATIONS to the following winners:
Watch for an email from fundraising chairs Amanda or Pheobe Applon to reserve your seats.
Look how much money we raised! $15,471
CONGRATULATIONS to the following winners:
- The Top Three Donors win Reserved Seating at our Fall and Winter Concerts! (Fully transferable)
- 1st Place Winner: M'Lee Gonzalez
- 2nd Place Winners: Amanda Applon
- 3rd place Winners: MoMo and PaPa John Neill
Watch for an email from fundraising chairs Amanda or Pheobe Applon to reserve your seats.
- The Top Three Students:
- Justin Epp - 3rd - Whataburger $15 Gift Card
- Kiana Gonzalez- 2nd - $50 toward their trip cost
- Elijah Applon - 1st - $100 toward their trip cost
- The Top Class is A CAPPELLA (who raised $154.40 per student) wins a Chick-Fil-A party!
- Top class for Participation - Choralier Women!
All-State News
Here is the week you’ve been waiting for – where all your hard work pays off! Take care of your voice this week. Get lots of rest, drink lots of water, and study your music at all times and even in your sleep ;) and of course, don’t miss these important dates:
We want to send a HUGE thank you to Ms. Miyake for the All-State Masterclasses she led this week. The students were so inspired by her passion and expertise, and we’re so glad we’ll have her back for Round 2!
Volunteers needed for Round 1 (9/21)!
See the link below for opportunities to volunteer and help during the Round 1! We need 9 volunteers to help with the concession stand in the Bell Cafeteria. Parents and non-auditioning students are welcome to sign up!
You can sign up here: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/8050E4FAFA728A7FB6-51275402-allstate
Thank you for volunteering!
- All-State Rehearsal - Tuesday 9/17, 4-5pm
- Mandatory Cuts Party - Thursday 9/19, 4-6pm (bring a dessert to share)
- District Audition @ BHS! - Saturday 9/21
- AM Basses and Altos – 6:45 AM call at BHS (that is NOT a typo)
- PM Tenors and Sopranos – 11:30 AM call at BHS
We want to send a HUGE thank you to Ms. Miyake for the All-State Masterclasses she led this week. The students were so inspired by her passion and expertise, and we’re so glad we’ll have her back for Round 2!
Volunteers needed for Round 1 (9/21)!
See the link below for opportunities to volunteer and help during the Round 1! We need 9 volunteers to help with the concession stand in the Bell Cafeteria. Parents and non-auditioning students are welcome to sign up!
You can sign up here: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/8050E4FAFA728A7FB6-51275402-allstate
Thank you for volunteering!
Swig Spirit Night
Join us this Saturday, 9/14, at Swig for our first Spirit Night! 25% of the proceeds go towards Bell Choir, so grab a sweet drink and mention Bell HS Choir when you check out!
1842 Precinct Line Rd, Hurst, TX 76054
1842 Precinct Line Rd, Hurst, TX 76054
Choir Swag Now Live!
Looking for some new Bell Choir swag to add to your wardrobe? Our online store is live now! Browse some of our new items or grab a fan favorite and rep Bell Choirs wherever you go! Our store will be available from 9/12-9/27, so take a look before time runs out!
Link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/school-spirit-wear-temp-69954/items?cart
Link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/school-spirit-wear-temp-69954/items?cart
Coming Soon:
All-State Round 2 Intensive
We will be having a Round 2 Intensive rehearsal on Tuesday, Sept. 24th after school from 4-8pm in the choir room! Ms. Miyake will be back to work with the singers and give them all the trips and tricks they need. All students who advance to Round 2 are required to attend, so get ready to dive into the next set of fantastic music and get a running start on the competition! Even better: this rehearsal is Potluck Style! Bring a dessert to share with those attending. See you there!
Important Dates:
- Sat 9/14 - Swig Spirit Night, all day
- Tues 9/17 - Choir Council, 8:15am
- Tues 9/17 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Fri 9/20 - All State Set up (hosting at BHS!) right after school
- Sat 9/21 - All State Round 1 - AM Altos and Basses, PM Soprano and Tenor
- Tues 9/24 - Choir Council, 8:15am
- Tues 9/24 - All State Round 2 Intensive, 4-8pm in the choir room
6 September 2024 - Newsletter
Say “Yes” To The Dress (or Tux)
We had our choir uniform fittings this week and they went GREAT! All students should have a black choir dress or tuxedo fitted. If you do not, let Mrs. A or Mr. Bailey know ASAP. Check out some of our pictures from our Say Yes To The Dress day!:
Bell System 6 Stones Performance
Bell System has been invited to sing at the opening of the 6 Stones Home of Hope on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 8:45am. Come out and support these fabulous students as they help open a home for children in our community. The address is 3232 Euless Blvd. Euless, TX 76040. Please park on Waydelle Hill Dr. for this performance.
Fundraising Update: 99Pledges
We are making our way to our goal for our 99Pledges fundraiser! Thank you to everyone who has donated or shared the fundraiser! Keep sharing your links and spread the word! The fundraiser ends on Wednesday, September 11th. Let’s reach our goal!
All-State News
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon! Don’t forget all Bell System members are required to participate, and members of A Capella are required to either participate in All-State OR perform a solo in Solo and Ensemble. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
The All-State Masterclass invitation will be extended to the students who submit their mock cuts AND attend 3 out of 5 All-State rehearsals as of Thursday, Sept. 5th. The masterclass is led by the amazing Ms. Miyake, so you don’t want to miss it! Times for the Master Classes will be posted on Monday.
Round 1 of auditions are approaching quick, so make sure you are practicing every day! Practice tracks are available in your online Choir Folder (through Canvas).
The All-State Masterclass invitation will be extended to the students who submit their mock cuts AND attend 3 out of 5 All-State rehearsals as of Thursday, Sept. 5th. The masterclass is led by the amazing Ms. Miyake, so you don’t want to miss it! Times for the Master Classes will be posted on Monday.
Round 1 of auditions are approaching quick, so make sure you are practicing every day! Practice tracks are available in your online Choir Folder (through Canvas).
DONATIONS NEEDED:
We could really use your help with some donations for all of the exciting choir activities coming up. House points will be awarded to students for donations as well!
You can sign up to donate at this link: Choir Donation Sign-up
We have also created an Amazon Shopping List , for your convenience. If you shop from this list, please be sure you ALSO sign up on the donation sign-up link (Signup Genius) so that we can get an accurate count.
We need donations by September 18th, but we have an immediate need for water. We really appreciate all that you do to support this program!
You can sign up to donate at this link: Choir Donation Sign-up
We have also created an Amazon Shopping List , for your convenience. If you shop from this list, please be sure you ALSO sign up on the donation sign-up link (Signup Genius) so that we can get an accurate count.
We need donations by September 18th, but we have an immediate need for water. We really appreciate all that you do to support this program!
Letterman Jacket Fitting
We will have Letterman Jacket fittings in class on Wednesday, Sept. 11th. Be sure to bring your order form from your catalog. If you need a packet, please pick one up off the piano in the choir room or from Mr. Bailey. Congratulations to all students who are receiving one!
Coming Soon:
Swig Spirit Night
We will have our first Spirit Night of the year at Swig on 9/14! This one is ALL DAY! 9am-10pm. Stop by and support LD Bell Choirs!
Important Dates:
- Friday 9/6 - REQUIRED All Students Sorting Party AND Sing National Anthem at Varsity BHS Football Game 4:15 - 7:45pm.
- Tues 9/10 - Bell System Sings for the grand opening of Home for Hope. 8:45AM 3232 Euless Blvd. Euless, TX 76040
- Park on Waydelle Hill Drive.
- Tues 9/10 - All-State Master classes - times TBA
- Wed 9/11 - Letterman Jacket Uniform Fitting, in class
- Thurs 9/12 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Sat 9/14 - Swig Spirit Night, all day
- Tues 9/17 - Choir Council, 8:15am
- Tues 9/17 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Fri 9/20 - All State Set up (hosting at BHS!) right after school
- Sat 9/21 - All State Round 1 - AM Altos and Basses, PM Soprano and Tenor
30 August 2024 - Newsletter
Choir Parent Meeting
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Parent meeting on Tuesday night! Our students got to perform the Star Spangled Banner for the first time as a program, and we gave out some important information and exciting news. If you are a parent who was unable to attend, click here to access the presentation slides. Here’s to a successful and fun school year!
Choir Trip Revealed!
The Bell HS Choirs will be traveling to New Orleans, Louisiana for our Spring Trip! The trip will take place from April 5-9th. Here are some of the fun activities we have planned:
- Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe
- Haunted History Tour
- Cajun Encounters Swamp Tour
- French Quarter Walking Tour
- Jazz Dinner Cruise on the Mississippi
- And much more!
99 Pledges Kick-Off
We kicked off our 99 Pledges fundraiser this week in class, and we are already on our way to meeting our goal! Every dollar you donate will go to the entire choir program, so please spread the word! If you would like to donate, click here. Reminder: There are PRIZES!
Check out our kick-off party below!
- The Top Three Donors win Reserved Seating at our Fall and Winter Concerts! (fully transferable)
- The Top Three Students win: 3rd - $15 Whataburger Gift Card; 2nd - $50 toward their trip cost; 1st - $100 towards their trip cost!
- The Top Class (most money raised per student) wins a Chick-Fil-A party!
Check out our kick-off party below!
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DONATIONS NEEDED:
We could really use your help with some donations for all of the exciting choir activities coming up. House points will be awarded to students for donations as well!
You can sign up to donate at this link: Choir Donation Sign-up
We have also created an Amazon Shopping List , for your convenience. If you shop from this list, please be sure you ALSO sign up on the donation sign-up link (Signup Genius) so that we can get an accurate count.
We need donations by September 18th, but we have an immediate need for water. Thank you to those who brought donations to our Parent Meeting! We really appreciate all that you do to support this program.
You can sign up to donate at this link: Choir Donation Sign-up
We have also created an Amazon Shopping List , for your convenience. If you shop from this list, please be sure you ALSO sign up on the donation sign-up link (Signup Genius) so that we can get an accurate count.
We need donations by September 18th, but we have an immediate need for water. Thank you to those who brought donations to our Parent Meeting! We really appreciate all that you do to support this program.
All-State News
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon! Don’t forget all Bell System members are required to participate, and members of A Capella are required to either participate in All-State OR perform a solo in Solo and Ensemble. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
After school rehearsals began last week and will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We get the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 21. Look for helper sign-ups coming soon!
After school rehearsals began last week and will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We get the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 21. Look for helper sign-ups coming soon!
Gold Rush Pep Rally
Check out our awesome singers at the first Pep Rally of the year! They came ready in their gold attire and made the Bell HS Choirs proud! Take a look!:
Uniform Fittings in Class
We will have uniform fittings this week in class. Dresses will be fit on Tuesday, Sept. 3rd and tuxedos will be fit on Wednesday, Sept. 4th.
Students: please come prepared with the correct clothes on your fitting day so this process can be as smooth as possible. Directions on what to wear those days were given in class on Thursday.
Students: please come prepared with the correct clothes on your fitting day so this process can be as smooth as possible. Directions on what to wear those days were given in class on Thursday.
Sorting Party/Football Game
Our Choir Sorting Party will be after school on Friday, Sept. 6th! All choir members will meet in the cafeteria to play games, eat food, and get sorted into one of our 4 houses! Afterwards, we will load the buses and head to Pennington Field to sing the Star Spangled Banner at the Varsity Football game. We can’t wait to see everyone there!
Our New House Leaders!
Congratulations to the Choir House Leaders for the 2024-25 school year! These students will be responsible for creating their house’s name, creating their banner, and hopefully lead them to victory in the House Point rankings! We can’t wait to see the leadership these students show in our program!
House Leaders:
Kieran McFarland and Luka Dutcher
Alden Stovall and Reed Gradke
Raniah Cariaga-Sloan and Zeinab Oumar
Divine Masoka and Princeton Thomas
House Leaders:
Kieran McFarland and Luka Dutcher
Alden Stovall and Reed Gradke
Raniah Cariaga-Sloan and Zeinab Oumar
Divine Masoka and Princeton Thomas
Coming Soon:
Letterman Jacket Fittings
Letterman Jacket fittings will be done in class on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Packets are available in the choir room if you have not received one yet. Please check the Choir Handbook for the requirements to be eligible for a Letterman Jacket.
Important Dates:
- Tues 9/3 - Choir Council Meeting, 8:15am
- Tues 9/3 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm, Booster Board Meeting, 5:30pm
- Thurs 9/5 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Friday 9/6 - REQUIRED All Students Sorting Party AND Sing National Anthem at Varsity BHS Football Game 4:15 - 7:45pm.
- Tues 9/10 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Wed 9/11 - Letterman Jacket Uniform Fitting, in class
- Thurs 9/12 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
23 August 2024 - Newsletter
Congratulations JV Choir Representatives!
We had our JV Class Representative elections in class on Wednesday and we are so happy to announce the results! Each one of these students will serve on the Choir Council with our Choir Officers and share their ideas for social events during the year. Congratulations to these students, and thank you to all of those who ran for a position!
Choralier Tenor-Bass: Corbin Casebier and Caden Farner
Bel Canto: Isabella Hoover and Jazlyn Sotomayor
Choralier Treble: Inara Young and Paytlin Cotton
Choralier Tenor-Bass: Corbin Casebier and Caden Farner
Bel Canto: Isabella Hoover and Jazlyn Sotomayor
Choralier Treble: Inara Young and Paytlin Cotton
Bell HS Open House
Please join us on Monday, August 26th at 6:30pm for Open House! Parents and Students will be given the opportunity to walk through classrooms and meet the teachers. We would love to see you there!
REQUIRED Parent Meeting, 8/27 7pm
We will be having a mandatory Parent Meeting this Tuesday, August 27th at 7pm in the Auditorium. This is a chance for parents to get all the information they need about the choir program and for students to sing together for the first time. Also, the Choir Trip details will be revealed during this meeting, so you don’t want to miss this! Student call time is 6:45pm. We hope to see you there!
DONATIONS NEEDED:
We could really use your help with some donations for all of the exciting choir activities coming up. House points will be awarded to students for donations as well!
You can sign up to donate at this link: Choir Donation Sign-up
We have also created an Amazon Shopping List , for your convenience. If you shop from this list, please be sure you ALSO sign up on the donation sign-up link (Signup Genius) so that we can get an accurate count.
We need donations by September 18th, but we have an immediate need for water. If you are able to donate water and could bring it to the parent meeting on August 27th, we would be grateful.
You can sign up to donate at this link: Choir Donation Sign-up
We have also created an Amazon Shopping List , for your convenience. If you shop from this list, please be sure you ALSO sign up on the donation sign-up link (Signup Genius) so that we can get an accurate count.
We need donations by September 18th, but we have an immediate need for water. If you are able to donate water and could bring it to the parent meeting on August 27th, we would be grateful.
FUNDRAISING UPDATE:
Yard Signs
The Bell HS Choir Yard Signs sale is going on now! Each yard sign is $15 and customizable with your student’s name for an additional $5. The sale end this Wednesday, Aug. 28th, so be sure to get yours before then!
99 Pledges
The 99 Pledges fundraiser will kick-off this Wednesday, Aug. 28th and run until Wednesday, Sept. 11th ! Every dollar donated will go to our program to benefit your students, so be on the lookout for information this week. Heads up, there will be prizes!
All-State News
Our first All-State Rehearsal was a blast! We had an incredible turn-out of eager singers who were ready to dive in head-first into this amazing music. This Thursday, Aug. 29th, we will be signing up to audition for All-State in class, so be ready to commit to starting this process, and be sure to practice your music!
Our First Campfire
We had our first Campfire circle of the year on Friday! We all got to share more about ourselves and connect with one another, and we can't wait to continue to bond as a choir.
Important Dates:
- Mon 8/26 - Open House, 6:30pm in the Auditorium
- Tues 8/27 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Tues 8/27 - REQUIRED Parent Meeting, 7pm in the Auditorium
- Thurs 8/29 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Friday 9/6 - REQUIRED All Students Sorting Party AND Sing National Anthem at Varsity BHS Football Game 4:15 - 7:45pm.
- Tues 9/10 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Wed 9/11 - Letterman Jacket Fittings
- Thurs 9/12 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
Coming soon:
Uniform Fittings will be on Sept. 3rd and 4th for dresses and tuxes.
Sorting Party and First Football Game will be Friday, September 6th.
16 August 2024 - Newsletter
First Week Of School!
School has kicked off and our first week in choir has been spectacular! Each choir is ready and excited to learn and grow as musicians, and we couldn’t be happier to see it. Take a look at some of the fun we’ve had this week getting to know each other!
JV Representatives Election
All JV Classes will choose two representatives to serve on the choir council on Wednesday during class. Council members are required to attend Council meetings every Tuesday at 8:15am and are responsible for planning socials and serving as leaders in the LD Bell Choir Family. If you are interested in running for office, think through your availability and what you will say for your “election speech” in class on Wednesday.
Yard Signs
Do you want to show your Bell Choir pride in your lawn? We are selling Bell Choir and Bell System Yard Signs starting today until Tuesday, August 27th. Each sign is $15 and an order form can be found in the choir room. Cash, check, or payment through Presto are accepted. On the order form, there is a place to select Presto payment, which will tell us to assign you a fee in Presto to pay. Put your choir pride on display!
THIS COMING WEEK:
Choir Council Meeting
Our first Choir Council meeting will be this Tuesday, August 20th at 8:15am. All officers are expected to attend to help plan for this year.
All-State Rehearsal This Thursday
Our first All-State Rehearsal will be this Thursday, August 22nd from 4-5pm in the choir room. These are optional rehearsals for those who want extra help with the music. These rehearsals are highly recommended for all students who are in the All-State Process. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!
Friday - $85 Choir Fee Due
Plan to pay this fee in one of the following ways:
Cash - Brought to the choir room and handed to a director in an envelope (provided)
Check - Made out to the LD Bell Choir Booster Club
Presto - Presto uses Stripe - there is a 2.9% convenience fee for this option
Any Questions? Please contact Mrs. Antinone or Mr. Bailey
Cash - Brought to the choir room and handed to a director in an envelope (provided)
Check - Made out to the LD Bell Choir Booster Club
Presto - Presto uses Stripe - there is a 2.9% convenience fee for this option
Any Questions? Please contact Mrs. Antinone or Mr. Bailey
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Tues 8/20 - Choir Council, 8-8:5am
- Thurs 8/22 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Fri 8/23 - $85 Choir Fee DUE
- Mon 8/26 - Open House, 6:30pm in the Auditorium
- Tues 8/27 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Tues 8/27 - REQUIRED Parent Meeting, 7pm in the Auditorium
- Thurs 8/29 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Friday 9/6 - REQUIRED All Students Sorting Party AND Sing National Anthem at Varsity BHS Football Game 4:15 - 7:45pm.
COMING SOON:
Letterman Jacket Fittings: Wednesday, September 11th - for eligible students only - see handbook for details
99 Pledges Fundraiser Kickoff
CHOIR MERCH on sale soon
99 Pledges Fundraiser Kickoff
CHOIR MERCH on sale soon
9 August 2024 - Newsletter - Back to School Edition!
Officer Training Day!
The Choir Officers met with Mrs. A and Mr. Bailey on July 8th for the TCDA High School Leadership Day at Ranchview HS! They spent the day learning about what makes a great leader, how to serve their organization, and what they can do to create a positive environment in the Bell HS choir program. They also got to hear from the keynote speaker, Dr. Derrick Fox, a master teacher, professor, and musician. We are excited to use what we learned from this day in our choir room!
Choir Room Decoration News!
Our wonderful Choir Officers have given the choir room a new look! Check out the awesome work they did over the summer to make our room feel like a home:
Bell System Camp News! |
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Bell System Camp kicked off this past Monday and the choir is working hard! They spent 5 incredible days learning intense choreography for their spring competition set. They put on a showcase of what they’ve learned this Friday, 8/9 at 5pm in the BHS Auditorium. Special Thanks to Steph Hyatt and Kellan Thibodaux for a WONDERFUL Camp! Thanks to April Neil, Ronni Holley, Amanda Applon, and Scott Stovall who volunteered to help support students during camp. It was wonderful to see so many of you all at the Camp Showcase! Special shout out to all the Alumni! Best of luck as you head off to your next adventure! UPCOMING! |
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First Day of School Pictures
Do you have your First Day of School outfit ready to go? We want YOU to help us decorate the choir room! We will be taking individual pictures of everyone in choir on the first day, 8/12, to put up on our wall. Each person will get their own portrait card with their name and picture on it, so come to choir with your best smile!
Presto Rollout (Presto is the new Charms!)
We will be rolling out our new organizational system, Presto, in class Wednesday, August 14th to all classes. A Welcome Email will be sent out to all students and parents/guardians, so be on the lookout in your inbox. Each student and parent/guardian will need to create an account, as this is the way we will be collecting fees online and filling out required forms. More details will be given in class.
Voice Lessons at BHS
We are privileged to be able to offer private voice lessons for all students in the Choirs of LD Bell. If you are interested in this pull-out program for individualized enrichment, please click here for more information. We are so happy to welcome back Kelly Wolff, Cora Winstead and, Mira McKinney. Be sure to click the link to read more about all of our fantastic voice faculty.
August Important Dates:
- Fri 8/16 - Required Forms DUE, details in class
- Tues 8/20 - Choir Council, 8-8:5am
- Thurs 8/22 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Fri 8/23 - $85 Choir Fee DUE
- Mon 8/26 - Open House, 6:30pm in the Auditorium
- Tues 8/27 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Tues 8/27 - REQUIRED Parent Meeting, 7pm in the Auditorium
- Thurs 8/29 - All-State Rehearsal, 4-5pm
- Friday 9/6 - REQUIRED All Students Sorting Party AND Sing National Anthem at Varsity BHS Football Game 4:15 - 7:45pm.
28 June 2024 ~ Newsletter
EXCITING NEWS!
Welcome Mr. Xavier Bailey!
Welcome Mr. Xavier Bailey!
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We are excited to announce that Xavier Bailey will be joining the Choirs of L.D. Bell! We want to highlight just a few of the things that stood out to the hiring committee.
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From Mr. Bailey:
"Mr. Bailey grew up in Keller, TX and received a Bachelor degree in Choral Music Education from The University of Texas at Austin this past May. He performed with the UT Concert Chorale and University Chorus during his time in Austin. In his free time, he likes to play tennis, read, and listen to the latest pop songs.
This will be his first year teaching, but he is thrilled to nurture his skills at a school like L.D. Bell, where excellence is the standard. He is committed to creating a positive and safe environment for his students to learn and grow as musicians and people!"
"Mr. Bailey grew up in Keller, TX and received a Bachelor degree in Choral Music Education from The University of Texas at Austin this past May. He performed with the UT Concert Chorale and University Chorus during his time in Austin. In his free time, he likes to play tennis, read, and listen to the latest pop songs.
This will be his first year teaching, but he is thrilled to nurture his skills at a school like L.D. Bell, where excellence is the standard. He is committed to creating a positive and safe environment for his students to learn and grow as musicians and people!"
Officers Summer Schedule
Monday, July 8 8:00am - 4:00pm - This is required for all 24/25 Choir Officers. Please email Mrs. A if you are unable to attend. Meet Mrs. A and Mr. Bailey at BHS and then travel by bus to Ranchview HS to learn about leadership with other high school choir leaders. Officers should bring lunch money and should wear school appropriate clothes and be prepared to change into the NEW 24/25 Choir T-shirts for the conference. Learn more about the keynote speaker Dr. Derrick Fox here: https://www.tcda.net/2024-hs-leadership-day
Bell System News:
Bell System Choreo Camp - August 5 - 9 at Bell High School - Specific times TBA
Bell System Camp Showcase Friday, August 9, 2024 - 5:00pm BHS auditorium
Look in BAND for more information - Mrs. A is DEEP in show design!
It is going to be a VERY exciting year!
Mr. Bailey was a show choir kid just like you and can't WAIT to be a part of Bell System!
Bell System Choreo Camp - August 5 - 9 at Bell High School - Specific times TBA
Bell System Camp Showcase Friday, August 9, 2024 - 5:00pm BHS auditorium
Look in BAND for more information - Mrs. A is DEEP in show design!
It is going to be a VERY exciting year!
Mr. Bailey was a show choir kid just like you and can't WAIT to be a part of Bell System!
NEW Calendar Link
The Official 2024-2025 Choir calendar is moving to Google - Here is the link. It's already filled with MOST of next year's dates!
The Official 2024-2025 Choir calendar is moving to Google - Here is the link. It's already filled with MOST of next year's dates!
Important Dates:
First Day of School - Monday, August 12
Fall Parent Meeting - Tuesday, August 27, 2024
First Day of School - Monday, August 12
Fall Parent Meeting - Tuesday, August 27, 2024
SENIORS Who Just Graduated:
SENIORS - Want to continue to sing in a choir? Not sure of what is next? If your college has a choir reach out to the director! Look up auditions THEY WANT YOU TO SING!
Looking for places in the community to sing? Most churches in the area have good choirs and would LOVE to have you.
Here is a LINK to community choirs in the DFW area
SENIORS - Want to continue to sing in a choir? Not sure of what is next? If your college has a choir reach out to the director! Look up auditions THEY WANT YOU TO SING!
Looking for places in the community to sing? Most churches in the area have good choirs and would LOVE to have you.
Here is a LINK to community choirs in the DFW area
23 May 2024 ~ Newsletter
BANQUET THANKS:
Thank you to the Booster Club for a lovely year end celebration! More pics at the end!
Thank you to the Booster Club for a lovely year end celebration! More pics at the end!
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Broadway Recital
The voice studios brought the house down last Friday night! We are so proud of all those who performed! |
Alumni Recital
Special thanks to our Alumni who came back to share the music they have been working on this year as well as share their wisdom and experiences of college.
Special thanks to our Alumni who came back to share the music they have been working on this year as well as share their wisdom and experiences of college.
Officers Summer Schedule
Monday, July 8 8:00am - 4:00pm - This is required for all 24/25 Choir Officers. We will meet at BHS and then travel by bus to Ranchview HS to learn about leadership with other high school choir leaders. Learn more about the keynote speaker Dr. Derrick Fox. More info here.
Monday, July 8 8:00am - 4:00pm - This is required for all 24/25 Choir Officers. We will meet at BHS and then travel by bus to Ranchview HS to learn about leadership with other high school choir leaders. Learn more about the keynote speaker Dr. Derrick Fox. More info here.
Presto Assistant is the New Charms
The online choir platform is moving from Charms to Presto Assistant. More info coming soon!!
The online choir platform is moving from Charms to Presto Assistant. More info coming soon!!
LOVE for & from Mrs. Lindberg
Did you feel the love this last week? I sure did! Thank you to everyone for opening your hearts to the beauty of music and to the love of our Choir Fam. I will miss you all EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Taking a page out of Anusha and Jorge's bag... When you're sad, just remember, "Hey Choir Fam!" and know you are loved.
Did you feel the love this last week? I sure did! Thank you to everyone for opening your hearts to the beauty of music and to the love of our Choir Fam. I will miss you all EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Taking a page out of Anusha and Jorge's bag... When you're sad, just remember, "Hey Choir Fam!" and know you are loved.
Sing me a story:
You have a new Sing Me a Story Song sponsored by L.D. Bell High School. We could not do this work without your help.
You can hear the song, read the story and watch the video here: https://singmeastory.org/stories/smasher-crashers?song=2149
All the proceeds from your song's jukebox will go toward The Sing Me a Story Foundation and The Sing Me a Story Foundation. It has been sent to the organization the child is a part of for the kids!
Now that the song is live, it’s critical to get your fans to hear it so they too can share in the joy and love you’ve helped create. By simply posting on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, we’ve seen an average of 12x increase in song plays and a 20x increase in donations! It is our mission to bring these songs to the children as well as the world and we can’t do it without your help.
Don't forget, everyone who donates will receive the song as an Mp3 with their donation receipt.
Please don’t let your sponsored song go unheard. Let your fans share in this unique program you’ve helped create.
Feel free to tag Sing Me a Story:
Hashtag : #SingMeAStory
Twitter : @SMASFoundation
Instagram : @singmeastoryofficial
Facebook : www.facebook.com/singmeastoryofficial
You have a new Sing Me a Story Song sponsored by L.D. Bell High School. We could not do this work without your help.
You can hear the song, read the story and watch the video here: https://singmeastory.org/stories/smasher-crashers?song=2149
All the proceeds from your song's jukebox will go toward The Sing Me a Story Foundation and The Sing Me a Story Foundation. It has been sent to the organization the child is a part of for the kids!
Now that the song is live, it’s critical to get your fans to hear it so they too can share in the joy and love you’ve helped create. By simply posting on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, we’ve seen an average of 12x increase in song plays and a 20x increase in donations! It is our mission to bring these songs to the children as well as the world and we can’t do it without your help.
Don't forget, everyone who donates will receive the song as an Mp3 with their donation receipt.
Please don’t let your sponsored song go unheard. Let your fans share in this unique program you’ve helped create.
Feel free to tag Sing Me a Story:
Hashtag : #SingMeAStory
Twitter : @SMASFoundation
Instagram : @singmeastoryofficial
Facebook : www.facebook.com/singmeastoryofficial
10 May 2024 ~ Newsletter
BANQUET NEWS:
Tonight’s the night! Remember our one rule… CLASSY: Dress Classy, Act Classy, Dance Classy
Accounts must be clear in order to attend.
1400 Texas Star Pkwy, Euless, TX 76040
Tonight’s the night! Remember our one rule… CLASSY: Dress Classy, Act Classy, Dance Classy
Accounts must be clear in order to attend.
- 6pm Arrival
- 6:45 Dinner
- 8pm Awards
- 9-11pm Dance
1400 Texas Star Pkwy, Euless, TX 76040
THIS COMING WEEK:
- Sat, May 11 - 24/25 Bell System Results Posted in BAND - 8am
- Mon, May 13 - JV Theory Exam - Study your key signatures!
- Mon-Fri, May 13-17 - JV Final Evaluations & A Cappella Auditions - in class
- Wed 5/15 - District VPA Signing Day - 6-7:30pm @ the Buinger
- Fri 5/17 - Voice Studio Recital - 6:30pm @ St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 504 W Bedford Euless Rd, Hurst, TX 76053
- Sat 5/18 - 24/25 A Cappella Results Posted in Canvas - 8am
Quote of the Day
"We made beautiful mistakes." ~Addy G, talking about the Choir Fam vibe during Bell System Auditions.
"We made beautiful mistakes." ~Addy G, talking about the Choir Fam vibe during Bell System Auditions.
Sing Me a Story PICS
4 May 2024 ~ Newsletter
Sing Me a Story!
Don't miss it! Monday, 5/6 @ 7pm Orchestra Spring Concert in the LD Bell auditorium. Admission is free!
A CAPPELLA SCHEDULE:
Don't miss it! Monday, 5/6 @ 7pm Orchestra Spring Concert in the LD Bell auditorium. Admission is free!
A CAPPELLA SCHEDULE:
- Mon 5/6 - A Cappella Concert with Orch, 7pm, 5:30 CALL
- Thu 5/9 - A Cappella Students Dry-cleaned uniforms due by 1:30pm (better yet, drop them in the choir room before school begins)
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THIS COMING WEEK:
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BANQUET NEWS:
Accounts must be clear in order to attend.
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PICS from Bell System Clinic #1
If you are interested in auditioning for Bell System, don't miss the next clinic on Tuesday, 5/7, 4:10-5pm!
The audition is Thursday, 5/9, 4-8pm. You must be in the BAND in order to audition. Visit the choir room for more details.
If you are interested in auditioning for Bell System, don't miss the next clinic on Tuesday, 5/7, 4:10-5pm!
The audition is Thursday, 5/9, 4-8pm. You must be in the BAND in order to audition. Visit the choir room for more details.
March Madness News!
And the winners of the 2024 JV Sight Reading Tournament are...
MEN’S DIVISION:
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
And the winners of the 2024 JV Sight Reading Tournament are...
MEN’S DIVISION:
- Sight-Reading CHAMPION - Charles Morgan
- Bracket Challenge WINNER - Hamza Qaddura
- Bracket Challenge Whataburger Cup WINNER -
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
- Sight-Reading CHAMPION - Divine Masoka
- Bracket Challenge WINNER - Gwen Valentino
- Bracket Challenge Whataburger Cup WINNER - Jasmine Brown
Spring Concert Pics
26 April 2024 ~ Newsletter
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A CAPPELLA NEWS:
The music department has been working closely all year with a nonprofit out of Nashville called "Sing Me A Story". They find a child in need, and that child will write a story. Our child's name is Elliot and he was born with half a heart, nicknamed "Tin Man" by his friends and family. Elliot's story was then sent to a composer from Baylor named Mitch Gilly who orchestrated his story, and the L.D. Bell Full Symphony Orchestra and A Cappella choir will be performing it for Elliot and his family at both the Choir Spring Concert as well as the Orchestra Spring Concert in the LD Bell auditorium. Admission is free! We will be performing both "Smashers Crashers" and "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" twice. The first time is at the Spring Choir Concert, Tuesday, 4/30, with Mrs. Lindberg serving as the orchestra. The second time is at the orchestra concert on Monday, 5/6. REMINDER: Because of this quick turnaround before the banquet, all Varsity students will turn in their uniform no later than Thursday, May 9. Remember - all accounts must be clear in order to attend the banquet, so make your plans now to get your uniform to the dry cleaner on Tues 5/7, and pick it up on Wed 5/8, so you can turn it in on Thu 5/9. We know this will be tight, and we don’t want anyone to miss the banquet, so start making plans NOW! |
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BANQUET NEWS:
Accounts must be clear in order to sign up for a table at Banquet. Sign-ups will be during class on Thursday, May 2, 2024,
If you still have a garment bag checked out to you, we need those back ASAP! Be sure to communicate your plan to Mrs. Lindberg.
Accounts must be clear in order to sign up for a table at Banquet. Sign-ups will be during class on Thursday, May 2, 2024,
If you still have a garment bag checked out to you, we need those back ASAP! Be sure to communicate your plan to Mrs. Lindberg.
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19 April 2024 ~ Newsletter
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CONGRATULATIONS are in order!!
Decibelles and Bell Tones performed three concerts with the Vocal Majority this past weekend. The VM has donated $2,000 to the L.D. Bell High School Choir Booster program to honor The Decibelles and The Bell Tones. The feedback about their performance was outstanding! The donation was presented by Brooks Harkey, VM Youth Education Coordinator (left) to L.D. Bell Choir Educator Jo Ann Antinone during our concert. Special thanks to the Vocal Majority for this generous donation! Through a connection with the Vocal Majority the Decibelles and Bell Tones received an invitation to meet and attend a concert by VOCTAVE, a professional A Cappella group based in Florida. They performed a wonderful concert in Tyler, Texas on Thursday. And finally on Friday, Decibelles and Bell Tones learned a brand new piece to present at the Beacon of Hope Luncheon put on by the Grant Halliburton Foundation. Way to go! We are all so proud! |
March Madness News!
The JV Women finished up their JV Sight Reading Tournament on Monday and the JV Men will be finishing their tournament next Monday. CONGRATULATIONS to all the JV students for participating in this fun tournament and for #gettinbetter at sight reading! Our Rita’s celebration will be held after school on Tuesday, 4/23. This party celebrates all of your hard work, so if you completed all 3 SRF March Madness Quizzes, then drop by the choir room to grab your Rita’s ice to go.
And the winner of the 2024 JV Sight Reading Tournament is...
MEN’S DIVISION:
Coming soon!
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
The JV Women finished up their JV Sight Reading Tournament on Monday and the JV Men will be finishing their tournament next Monday. CONGRATULATIONS to all the JV students for participating in this fun tournament and for #gettinbetter at sight reading! Our Rita’s celebration will be held after school on Tuesday, 4/23. This party celebrates all of your hard work, so if you completed all 3 SRF March Madness Quizzes, then drop by the choir room to grab your Rita’s ice to go.
And the winner of the 2024 JV Sight Reading Tournament is...
MEN’S DIVISION:
Coming soon!
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
- Sight-Reading CHAMPION - Divine Masoka
- Bracket Challenge WINNER - Gwen Valentino
- Bracket Challenge Whataburger Cup WINNER - Jasmine Brown
BANQUET NEWS:
Drum roll please....
Here is the invitation for this year's Choir Banquet!
Be watching Canvas for your Banquet Reservations Google Form. We must have your thoughtful YES/NO by Tuesday, 4/23.
Drum roll please....
Here is the invitation for this year's Choir Banquet!
Be watching Canvas for your Banquet Reservations Google Form. We must have your thoughtful YES/NO by Tuesday, 4/23.
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THIS COMING WEEK:
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A CAPPELLA CALENDAR:
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ALL THE CALENDAR THINGS:
- Mon 4/29 - Choir Council, 8:15am
- Mon 4/29 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Mon 4/29 - Dress Rehearsal, 6:30-8pm *NEW TIME*
- Tue 4/30 - Music Theory Club - 8-8:40 am (Mirror Room)
- Tue 4/30 - Spring Concert, 7pm
- Wed 5/1 - 24/25 Choir Officer Applications Due
- Wed 5/1 - Bell System Clinic, 4:10-5pm *NEW DAY*
- Thu 5/2 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Thu 5/2 - Bell System MANDATORY Parent Meeting, 6:30pm *NEW TIME*
- Fri 5/3 - Sight Reading Club - 8-8:40 am (Choir Room)
- Fri 5/3 - Hurst JH Concert, 7pm
- Sat 5/4 - Bedford JH Concert, 7pm
- Mon 5/6 - A Cappella Concert with Orch, 7pm
- Tue 5/7 - Music Theory Club - 8-8:40 am (Mirror Room)
- Tue 5/7 - Bell System Clinic, 4:10-5pm
- Wed 5/8 - 24/25 Choir Officer Elections
- Thu 5/9 - Bell System Auditions, 4-8pm
- Fri 5/10 - Sight Reading Club - 8-8:40 am (Choir Room)
- Fri 5/10 - Choir Banquet, 6-10pm
- Mon-Fri, May 13-17 - A Cappella Auditions, during class
- Fri 5/17 - Voice Recital, 6:30pm @ St. Andrew Lutheran, 504 W Bedford Euless Rd, Hurst, TX 76053
Thur 5/23 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, early release
12 April 2024 ~ Newsletter
THIS COMING WEEK:
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PUT THESE IN YOUR CALENDAR:
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March Madness News!
This JV Sight Reading Tournament is down to the FINAL FOUR!! These students have until Friday, 4/12, to complete the SRF Quiz over LE or MI. For those who make it past this round, be prepared to sight read live and in person on Monday, 4/15. “FINAL FOUR Round” MEN’S DIVISION: Landon D, Sergio R, Charles M, Samir O, Tyler B, Hamza Q, Princeton T, Ethan M WOMEN’S DIVISION: Stephanie N, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Divine M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Natalie S, Candi T, Cassandra W |
$cholar$hip Opportunitie$:
The BHS Choir Booster club is pleased to present the opportunity for two different scholarships this spring. These scholarship applications are due Monday, April 15. There are two different types of scholarships:
$500 Senior Scholarship – Available to LD Bell High School Seniors who are currently enrolled in choir. Here is the link to the application and more information.
$100 All-State Camp Scholarship – Available to upcoming Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors planning to be enrolled in choir at LD Bell, planning to attend an All-State camp, AND planning to go through the All-State audition process. Here is the link to the application and more information.
Here is the All-State Camps LIST of Texas All-State Camps including dates and links to websites:
Special thanks to the booster club for providing these wonderful opportunities for our students!
The BHS Choir Booster club is pleased to present the opportunity for two different scholarships this spring. These scholarship applications are due Monday, April 15. There are two different types of scholarships:
$500 Senior Scholarship – Available to LD Bell High School Seniors who are currently enrolled in choir. Here is the link to the application and more information.
$100 All-State Camp Scholarship – Available to upcoming Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors planning to be enrolled in choir at LD Bell, planning to attend an All-State camp, AND planning to go through the All-State audition process. Here is the link to the application and more information.
Here is the All-State Camps LIST of Texas All-State Camps including dates and links to websites:
Special thanks to the booster club for providing these wonderful opportunities for our students!
A CAPPELLA NEWS:
The music department has been working closely all year with a nonprofit out of Nashville called "Sing Me A Story". They find a child in need, and that child will write a story. Our child's name is Elliot and he was born with half a heart, nicknamed "Tin Man" by his friends and family. Elliot's story was then sent to a composer from Baylor named Mitch Gilly who orchestrated his story, and the L.D. Bell Full Symphony Orchestra and A Cappella choir will be performing it for Elliot and his family at both the Choir Spring Concert as well as the Orchestra Spring Concert in the LD Bell auditorium. Admission is free!
UNIFORM NEWS - Because of this quick turnaround before the choir banquet, all Varsity students will turn in their uniform on Thursday, May 9 by 4pm. Remember all accounts must be clear in order to attend banquet the very next day, so make your plans now to get your uniform to the dry cleaner on Tues 5/7 and pick it up on Wed 5/8 so you can turn it in on Thu 5/9. We know this will be extremely tight, and we don’t want anyone to miss banquet, so start making plans NOW!
The music department has been working closely all year with a nonprofit out of Nashville called "Sing Me A Story". They find a child in need, and that child will write a story. Our child's name is Elliot and he was born with half a heart, nicknamed "Tin Man" by his friends and family. Elliot's story was then sent to a composer from Baylor named Mitch Gilly who orchestrated his story, and the L.D. Bell Full Symphony Orchestra and A Cappella choir will be performing it for Elliot and his family at both the Choir Spring Concert as well as the Orchestra Spring Concert in the LD Bell auditorium. Admission is free!
UNIFORM NEWS - Because of this quick turnaround before the choir banquet, all Varsity students will turn in their uniform on Thursday, May 9 by 4pm. Remember all accounts must be clear in order to attend banquet the very next day, so make your plans now to get your uniform to the dry cleaner on Tues 5/7 and pick it up on Wed 5/8 so you can turn it in on Thu 5/9. We know this will be extremely tight, and we don’t want anyone to miss banquet, so start making plans NOW!
- Mon 4/22 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Mon 4/29 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Tue 4/30 - Spring Choir Concert, 7pm
- Thu 5/2 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Mon 5/6 - A Cappella Concert with Orch, 7pm
- Thu 5/9 - A Cappella Students Dry-cleaned uniforms due no later than 4pm
I said a Boom Chick-a-Boom!
FIVE FOR FIVE!
All five choirs received straight ones, earning five Sweepstakes Trophies for 2024 UIL. Congratulations everyone!
TRIP NEWS
Our trip was a HUGE success and SO MUCH FUN! Check out some of our pics. The recordings we made at the famous Studio B in downtown Nashville are in your online folder. Go have a listen.
Our trip was a HUGE success and SO MUCH FUN! Check out some of our pics. The recordings we made at the famous Studio B in downtown Nashville are in your online folder. Go have a listen.
Memphis Riverboat
Grand Ole Opry
Memphis Eclipse
ELVIS
Civil Rights Museum
Memphis
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CONGRATULATIONS Varsity Mixed Choir on an oustanding UIL Performance today. This choir earned straight 1's in Concert and Sight Reading, bringing home our fifth Sweepstakes Trophy. Way to go, LD Bell CHOIRS! |
CONGRATULATIONS Varsity Women on an oustanding UIL Performance today. These ladies earned straight 1's in Concert and Sight Reading, bringing home another Sweepstakes Trophy. Way to go, girls!
CONGRATULATIONS Varsity Men on an oustanding UIL Performance today. These Men earned straight 1's in Concert and Sight Reading, bringing home a Sweepstakes Trophy. Way to go, men!
CONGRATULATIONS JV Mixed on an oustanding UIL Performance today. These Men and Women earned straight 1's in Concert and Sight Reading, bringing home a Sweepstakes Trophy. Way to go, choir!
CONGRATULATIONS JV Women on an oustanding UIL Performance today. These ladies earned straight 1's in Concert and Sight Reading, bringing home a Sweepstakes Trophy. Way to go, girls!
Trip Details, Spring Show *Audition Dates*, and UIL Updates!
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UPDATED UIL SCHEDULES
Please double-check the details! There are some changes in where to meet and where we store our stuff. All updates are marked in RED. Parents, we would love to see you at UIL @ Carroll Senior High School, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092. See below for your student’s times. DETAILS for Choralier Women & Bel Canto
8:40 Drop off full uniform in Mirror room A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused 3rd thru 5th period. 12:15 Meet for Warm up in Mirror room 12:55 Load Buses - bring something to work on, take as little as possible - homework encouraged, leave all else in locked Mirror Room 1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS ~Work on Homework~ 4:00 CONTEST: Warm up 4:20 Performance 4:40 Sight Read 5:00 Load buses 5:30 Return to BHS
NV Mixed THURSDAY Schedule 8:45 Meet in Choir Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused thru 2pm. 9:40 Load Buses - take nothing with you except $ for lunch, leave bags in the locked Music Library 10:10 Southlake Carroll Senior HS 10:40 CONTEST: Warm up 11:00 Performance 11:20 Sight Read 11:40 Load buses 12:00 Lunch in Southlake - Panda Express, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King, or McDonald's 1:10 Load buses 1:40 Girls arrive @ BHS 2:00 Girls change then get to 4th period by 2pm DETAILS for Choralier Men
NV Mixed & Varsity Men THURSDAY Schedule 8:45 Meet in Choir Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused all day. 9:40 Load Buses - take nothing with you except $ for lunch, leave bags in the locked Music Library 10:10 Southlake Carroll Senior HS 10:40 CONTEST: Warm up 11:00 Performance 11:20 Sight Read 11:40 Load buses 12:00 Lunch in Southlake - Panda Express, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King, or McDonald's 1:10 Load buses 1:30 Boys arrive @ CSHS ~Listen to UIL Choirs~ 2:40 CONTEST: Warm up 3:00 Performance 3:20 Sight Read 5:00 Load Bus 5:30 Return to BHS |
Black formalwear - do you have ALL the parts to your uniform? Several people were missing items at pre-UIL. Locate every piece now to alleviate the stress of UIL. Parents, can you help your student be sure they have all the pieces!
DETAILS for Varsity Women
Varsity Treble & Varsity Mixed FRIDAY Schedule 8:30 Meet in Mirror Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused all day. 9:00 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Mirror room 9:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS 9:40 CONTEST: Warm up 10:00 Performance 10:20 Sight Read 10:40 Load Bus 11:10 Return to BHS 11:10 Girls take A lunch 12:15 Meet for Warm-up in choir room 12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Mirror Room 1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS ~Listen to UIL Choirs~ 3:00 CONTEST: Warm up 3:20 Performance 3:40 Sight Read 5:00 Load Bus 5:30 Return to BHS DETAILS for Varsity Men
Varsity Tenor/Bass THURSDAY Schedule 8:40 Drop off full uniform in Choir Room A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused thru 5th period. 12:15 Meet for Warm up in Choir Room 12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Music Library 1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS ~Listen to UIL Choirs~ 2:40 CONTEST: Warm up 3:00 Performance 3:20 Sight Read 5:00 Load Bus 5:30 Return to BHS
Varsity Mixed FRIDAY Schedule 8:40 Drop off full uniform in Choir room A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused thru 5th period. 12:15 Meet for Warm-up in choir room 12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Choir room 1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS ~Listen to UIL Choirs~ 3:00 CONTEST: Warm up 3:20 Performance 3:40 Sight Read 5:00 Load Bus 5:30 Return to BHS |
TRIP DETAILS
Meet in the cafeteria at 6:30 on Friday night in your school-appropriate comfy clothes (layers are good) with your packed bag. Remember you may have one small suitcase, one small carry-on (with Saturday clothes), pillow/blankie, school-appropriate DVDs for the bus-ride, snacks, and a sealed water container (remember, nothing with a straw). Room captains will be checking everyone's bag, so be sure you have packed your Choir T-shirt and nice jeans with no holes. ***Room captains, find Mrs. Lindberg for your checklist as soon as you arrive. Don't be late!
Also at 6:30, everyone with doctor's orders for medication (the white form that you turned in to the nurse) must check in with Mrs. Priddy.
We load the motorcoaches at 7pm. We leave at 7:30.
By now, everyone should be in the BAND! Everyone should have turned in their medical forms.
Special note for Varsity Students:
Since you are going to UIL on Friday, you may want to bring your packed trip bags Friday morning. If so, these bags need to be in the Music Library no later than 8:30am. The library will be locked until you return from UIL around 5:30.
Meet in the cafeteria at 6:30 on Friday night in your school-appropriate comfy clothes (layers are good) with your packed bag. Remember you may have one small suitcase, one small carry-on (with Saturday clothes), pillow/blankie, school-appropriate DVDs for the bus-ride, snacks, and a sealed water container (remember, nothing with a straw). Room captains will be checking everyone's bag, so be sure you have packed your Choir T-shirt and nice jeans with no holes. ***Room captains, find Mrs. Lindberg for your checklist as soon as you arrive. Don't be late!
Also at 6:30, everyone with doctor's orders for medication (the white form that you turned in to the nurse) must check in with Mrs. Priddy.
We load the motorcoaches at 7pm. We leave at 7:30.
By now, everyone should be in the BAND! Everyone should have turned in their medical forms.
Special note for Varsity Students:
Since you are going to UIL on Friday, you may want to bring your packed trip bags Friday morning. If so, these bags need to be in the Music Library no later than 8:30am. The library will be locked until you return from UIL around 5:30.
SPRING SHOW - AMERICANA THEME
Varsity Choir - auditions for the speaking parts are during class on Wednesday, 4/10
EVERYBODY - Solo Auditions for the Spring Concert are Tuesday 4/23, from 4pm until we're through. Watch Canvas for the Solo Audition Google Form. You must own both the pdf and the track in order to audition. Those will be due by Friday, 4/19
Varsity Choir - auditions for the speaking parts are during class on Wednesday, 4/10
EVERYBODY - Solo Auditions for the Spring Concert are Tuesday 4/23, from 4pm until we're through. Watch Canvas for the Solo Audition Google Form. You must own both the pdf and the track in order to audition. Those will be due by Friday, 4/19
28 March 2024 ~ Newsletter
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THIS WEEK * UIL WEEK * LAST WEEK OF THE 6-WKS:
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UIL SCHEDULES
Black formalwear - do you have ALL the parts to your uniform? Several people were missing items at pre-UIL. Locate every piece now to alleviate the stress of UIL. Parents, can you help your student be sure they have all the pieces!
Parents, we would love to see you at UIL @ Carroll Senior High School, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092. See below for your student’s times.
DETAILS for Choralier Women & Bel Canto
8:40 Drop off full uniform in Mirror room
A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused 3rd thru 5th period.
12:15 Meet for Warm up in Mirror room
12:55 Load Buses - bring something to work on, take as little as possible - homework encouraged, leave all else in locked Mirror Room
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Work on Homework~
4:00 CONTEST: Warm up
4:20 Performance
4:40 Sight Read
5:00 Load buses
5:30 Return to BHS
8:45 Meet in Choir Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused thru 2pm.
9:40 Load Buses - take nothing with you except $ for lunch, leave bags in the locked Mirror room
10:10 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
10:40 CONTEST: Warm up
11:00 Performance
11:20 Sight Read
11:40 Load buses
12:00 Lunch in Southlake - Panda Express, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King, or McDonald's
1:10 Load buses
1:40 Girls arrive @ BHS
2:00 Girls change then get to 4th period by 2pm
DETAILS for Choralier Men
NV Mixed & Varsity Men THURSDAY Schedule
8:45 Meet in Choir Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused all day.
9:40 Load Buses - take nothing with you except $ for lunch, leave bags in the locked Music Library
10:10 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
10:40 CONTEST: Warm up
11:00 Performance
11:20 Sight Read
11:40 Load buses
12:00 Lunch in Southlake - Panda Express, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King, or McDonald's
1:10 Load buses
1:30 Boys arrive @ CSHS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
2:40 CONTEST: Warm up
3:00 Performance
3:20 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
DETAILS for Varsity Women
Varsity Treble & Varsity Mixed FRIDAY Schedule
8:30 Meet in Mirror Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused all day.
9:00 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Mirror room
9:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
9:40 CONTEST: Warm up
10:00 Performance
10:20 Sight Read
10:40 Load Bus
11:10 Return to BHS
11:10 Girls take A lunch
12:15 Meet for Warm-up in choir room
12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Mirror Room
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
3:00 CONTEST: Warm up
3:20 Performance
3:40 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
DETAILS for Varsity Men
Varsity Tenor/Bass THURSDAY Schedule
8:40 Drop off full uniform in Music Library
A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused thru 5th period.
12:15 Meet for Warm up in Mirror room
12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Music Library
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
2:40 CONTEST: Warm up
3:00 Performance
3:20 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
Varsity Mixed FRIDAY Schedule
8:40 Drop off full uniform in Choir room
A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused thru 5th period.
12:15 Meet for Warm-up in choir room
12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Choir room
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
3:00 CONTEST: Warm up
3:20 Performance
3:40 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
Black formalwear - do you have ALL the parts to your uniform? Several people were missing items at pre-UIL. Locate every piece now to alleviate the stress of UIL. Parents, can you help your student be sure they have all the pieces!
Parents, we would love to see you at UIL @ Carroll Senior High School, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092. See below for your student’s times.
DETAILS for Choralier Women & Bel Canto
- UIL: Wednesday, 4/3, @ Carroll Sr HS
8:40 Drop off full uniform in Mirror room
A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused 3rd thru 5th period.
12:15 Meet for Warm up in Mirror room
12:55 Load Buses - bring something to work on, take as little as possible - homework encouraged, leave all else in locked Mirror Room
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Work on Homework~
4:00 CONTEST: Warm up
4:20 Performance
4:40 Sight Read
5:00 Load buses
5:30 Return to BHS
- UIL: Thursday, 4/4, @ Carroll Sr HS
8:45 Meet in Choir Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused thru 2pm.
9:40 Load Buses - take nothing with you except $ for lunch, leave bags in the locked Mirror room
10:10 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
10:40 CONTEST: Warm up
11:00 Performance
11:20 Sight Read
11:40 Load buses
12:00 Lunch in Southlake - Panda Express, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King, or McDonald's
1:10 Load buses
1:40 Girls arrive @ BHS
2:00 Girls change then get to 4th period by 2pm
DETAILS for Choralier Men
- UIL: Thursday, 4/4, @ Carroll Sr HS
NV Mixed & Varsity Men THURSDAY Schedule
8:45 Meet in Choir Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused all day.
9:40 Load Buses - take nothing with you except $ for lunch, leave bags in the locked Music Library
10:10 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
10:40 CONTEST: Warm up
11:00 Performance
11:20 Sight Read
11:40 Load buses
12:00 Lunch in Southlake - Panda Express, KFC, Taco Bell, Burger King, or McDonald's
1:10 Load buses
1:30 Boys arrive @ CSHS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
2:40 CONTEST: Warm up
3:00 Performance
3:20 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
DETAILS for Varsity Women
- UIL: Friday, 4/5, @ Carroll Sr HS
Varsity Treble & Varsity Mixed FRIDAY Schedule
8:30 Meet in Mirror Room dressed in full uniform ready for Warm-Up. Excused all day.
9:00 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Mirror room
9:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
9:40 CONTEST: Warm up
10:00 Performance
10:20 Sight Read
10:40 Load Bus
11:10 Return to BHS
11:10 Girls take A lunch
12:15 Meet for Warm-up in choir room
12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Mirror Room
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
3:00 CONTEST: Warm up
3:20 Performance
3:40 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
DETAILS for Varsity Men
- UIL: Thursday, 4/4, @ Carroll Sr HS
Varsity Tenor/Bass THURSDAY Schedule
8:40 Drop off full uniform in Music Library
A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused thru 5th period.
12:15 Meet for Warm up in Mirror room
12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Music Library
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
2:40 CONTEST: Warm up
3:00 Performance
3:20 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
- UIL: Friday, 4/5, @ Carroll Sr HS
Varsity Mixed FRIDAY Schedule
8:40 Drop off full uniform in Choir room
A Lunch Take A Lunch/Change. Excused thru 5th period.
12:15 Meet for Warm-up in choir room
12:55 Load Buses - take nothing with you, leave bags in the locked Choir room
1:30 Southlake Carroll Senior HS
~Listen to UIL Choirs~
3:00 CONTEST: Warm up
3:20 Performance
3:40 Sight Read
5:00 Load Bus
5:30 Return to BHS
$cholar$hip Opportunitie$:
The BHS Choir Booster club is pleased to present the opportunity for two different scholarships this spring. These scholarship applications are due Monday, April 15. There are two different types of scholarships:
$500 Senior Scholarship – Available to LD Bell High School Seniors who are currently enrolled in choir. Here is the link to the application and more information.
$100 All-State Camp Scholarship – Available to upcoming Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors planning to be enrolled in choir at LD Bell, planning to attend an All-State camp, AND planning to go through the All-State audition process. Here is the link to the application and more information.
Here is the All-State Camps LIST of Texas All-State Camps including dates and links to websites:
Special thanks to the booster club for providing these wonderful opportunities for our students!
The BHS Choir Booster club is pleased to present the opportunity for two different scholarships this spring. These scholarship applications are due Monday, April 15. There are two different types of scholarships:
$500 Senior Scholarship – Available to LD Bell High School Seniors who are currently enrolled in choir. Here is the link to the application and more information.
$100 All-State Camp Scholarship – Available to upcoming Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors planning to be enrolled in choir at LD Bell, planning to attend an All-State camp, AND planning to go through the All-State audition process. Here is the link to the application and more information.
Here is the All-State Camps LIST of Texas All-State Camps including dates and links to websites:
Special thanks to the booster club for providing these wonderful opportunities for our students!
PUT THIS IN YOUR CALENDAR:
- Wed 4/17 - Dry-cleaned uniforms due no later than 4:00 PM
- Mon 4/22 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Tue 4/23 - Spring SOLO Auditions, 4-8pm
- Mon 4/29 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Mon 4/29 - Dress Rehearsal, 6:30-8pm *NEW TIME*
- Tue 4/30 - Spring Concert, 7pm
- Wed 5/1 - 24/25 Choir Officer Applications Due
- Wed 5/1 - Bell System Clinic, 4:10-5pm *NEW DAY*
- Thu 5/2 - A Cappella Rehearsal with Orch, 4:15-6:15pm
- Thu 5/2 - Bell System MANDATORY Parent Meeting, 6:30pm *NEW TIME*
- Mon 5/6 - A Cappella Concert with Orch, 7pm
- Tue 5/7 - Bell System Clinic, 4:10-5pm
- Wed 5/8 - 24/25 Choir Officer Elections
- Thu 5/9 - Bell System Auditions, 4-8pm
- Fri 5/10 - Choir Banquet, 6-10pm
- Mon-Fri, May 13-17 - A Cappella Auditions, during class
TRIP NEWS
We leave FRIDAY night at 7:30. We load the motorcoaches at 7pm.
By now, everyone should be in the BAND! This is the app we will use to communicate with everyone on the trip including chaperones, directors, and parents. If you missed the invitation, email Mrs. A ([email protected]) ASAP.
Have you turned in your medicine forms? Everyone must turn in the green form for OTC medicines. Anyone with prescription medications must turn in the white form to our school nurse.
We leave FRIDAY night at 7:30. We load the motorcoaches at 7pm.
By now, everyone should be in the BAND! This is the app we will use to communicate with everyone on the trip including chaperones, directors, and parents. If you missed the invitation, email Mrs. A ([email protected]) ASAP.
Have you turned in your medicine forms? Everyone must turn in the green form for OTC medicines. Anyone with prescription medications must turn in the white form to our school nurse.
March Madness News!
Look at all the FROG WINNERS from the “Elite 8” round. These students scored a 100 on their Sight Reading Factory Quiz:
Stephanie N, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Naya J, Divine M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Natalie S, Candi T, Cassandra W, Agustin H, Alex S, Ethan M, Hamza Q, Tyler B, Samir O, Princeton T, Charles M
CONGRATS to these students for moving on to the “Final Four” Round.
MEN’S DIVISION:
Landon D, Sergio R, Charles M, Samir O, Tyler B, Hamza Q, Princeton T, Ethan M
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Stephanie N, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Divine M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Natalie S, Candi T, Cassandra W
Stay tuned for FINAL FOUR and CHAMPIONSHIP rounds live and in person after UIL!
Look at all the FROG WINNERS from the “Elite 8” round. These students scored a 100 on their Sight Reading Factory Quiz:
Stephanie N, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Naya J, Divine M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Natalie S, Candi T, Cassandra W, Agustin H, Alex S, Ethan M, Hamza Q, Tyler B, Samir O, Princeton T, Charles M
CONGRATS to these students for moving on to the “Final Four” Round.
MEN’S DIVISION:
Landon D, Sergio R, Charles M, Samir O, Tyler B, Hamza Q, Princeton T, Ethan M
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Stephanie N, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Divine M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Natalie S, Candi T, Cassandra W
Stay tuned for FINAL FOUR and CHAMPIONSHIP rounds live and in person after UIL!
22 March 2024 ~ Newsletter
THIS COMING WEEK:
- Choir Council Meeting - Monday, 3/25, 8:15am
- JV & Men’s Choirs Required After-School Rehearsals - Monday, 3/25
- JV Women 4:05-5:15pm, Choir Room
- Combined Men 4:05-5:15pm, Mirror Room
- JV Mixed 5:15-6:30pm, Choir Room
- Music Theory Club - Tuesday 3/26, 8-8:40 am (Mirror Room)
- Pre-UIL ~ Tuesday, 3/26 (black formalwear) @ Trinity HS (no bus)
- All students will meet at Trinity HS at the designated time wearing your complete choir uniform. DO NOT BE LATE!
- When you arrive, quietly assemble in the lobby and line up for the Warm-Up Room. We will enter from the top left riser. Section leaders will give leadership to this.
- Students are expected to stay with their choir for their entire call time. After completing the full process for both of their choirs (Warm-up, Concert, and Sight Reading), students will be dismissed. Students will not be allowed to leave early.
- Parents are welcome to attend - entering and exiting ONLY after an entire program of three songs. Please note that there is no applause between selections, but only at the conclusion of each choir's full performance.
- NV Women 5:00-7:40pm
- NV Men 6:20-9:20pm
- Var Women 5:40-8:20
- Var Men 7:00-9:20
- NO SCHOOL - Friday 3/29
- NO SCHOOL - Monday 4/1
- LAST JV & Men’s Choirs Required After-School Rehearsals - Tuesday, 4/2
- JV Women 4:05-5:15pm, Choir Room
- Combined Men 4:05-5:15pm, Mirror Room
- JV Mixed 5:15-6:30pm, Choir Room
- UIL - Wednesday thru Friday, April 3-5
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UIL SCHEDULES
Wednesday - Friday, April 3-5 (black formalwear) NV TREBLE ~ Wednesday, Apr 3, 2024
NV MIXED ~ Thursday, April 4
VARSITY TENOR/BASS ~ Thursday, April 4
VARSITY TREBLE - Friday, April 5
VARSITY MIXED ~ Friday, April 5
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UIL Volunteer Opportunities
Sign up here to Volunteer for Wednesday, NV Treble UIL Sign up here to Volunteer for Thursday, NV Mixed UIL & Varsity Tenor/Bass UIL Sign up here to Volunteer for Friday, Varsity Treble UIL & Varsity Mixed UIL TRIP NEWS Have you seen the calendar? YES - we are leaving after UIL on Friday night. Are you in the BAND? Have you turned in your medicine forms? Everyone must turn in the green form for OTC medicines. Only those with prescription medications need turn in the white form. 
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March Madness News!
Look at all the FROG WINNERS from the “Sweet 16” round. These students scored a 100 on their Sight Reading Factory Quiz:
Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Hamza Q, Joseph S, Princeton T, Taylor T, Stephanie N, Ianelie V, Kaylee C, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Dani S, Jazlyn S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W
CONGRATS to these students for moving on to the “Elite 8” Round.
MEN’S DIVISION:
Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Hamza Q, Joseph S, Princeton T, Taylor T, Ethan M, Tyler B, Sergio R
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Stephanie N, Kaylee C, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Dani S, Jazlyn S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W, Alyssa C
Stay tuned for the FINAL FOUR winners announced on Monday, March 25.
Look at all the FROG WINNERS from the “Sweet 16” round. These students scored a 100 on their Sight Reading Factory Quiz:
Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Hamza Q, Joseph S, Princeton T, Taylor T, Stephanie N, Ianelie V, Kaylee C, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Dani S, Jazlyn S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W
CONGRATS to these students for moving on to the “Elite 8” Round.
MEN’S DIVISION:
Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Hamza Q, Joseph S, Princeton T, Taylor T, Ethan M, Tyler B, Sergio R
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Stephanie N, Kaylee C, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Zeinab O, Alani R, Dani S, Jazlyn S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W, Alyssa C
Stay tuned for the FINAL FOUR winners announced on Monday, March 25.
Pics from the week!
7 March 2024 ~ Newsletter
March Madness News!
This JV Sight Reading Tournament is underway. Don’t forget your Sight Reading Factory quiz closes tonight for unlimited attempts. Everyone completes the first three quizzes regardless of your standing in the brackets.
Look at all the FROG WINNERS from the “Round of 32”. These students scored a 100 on their first Sight Reading Factory Quiz of the tournament:
Stephanie N, Alyssa W, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Wala K, Alexis K, Chloe L, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Alexus M, Zeinab O, Gabriella R, Alani R, Dani S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W, Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Joseph S
CONGRATS to these students for moving on to the “Sweet 16” Round.
MEN’S DIVISION:
Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Joseph S, Agustin H, Julius M, Sergio R, William K, Alex S, Taylor T, Tyler B, Jose M, Hamza Q, Princeton T, Mateo R, Ethan M, Tristan G
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Stephanie N, Alyssa W, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Wala K, Alexis K, Chloe L, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Alexus M, Zeinab O, Gabriella R, Alani R, Dani S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W, Jazlyn S, Avan J
This JV Sight Reading Tournament is underway. Don’t forget your Sight Reading Factory quiz closes tonight for unlimited attempts. Everyone completes the first three quizzes regardless of your standing in the brackets.
Look at all the FROG WINNERS from the “Round of 32”. These students scored a 100 on their first Sight Reading Factory Quiz of the tournament:
Stephanie N, Alyssa W, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Wala K, Alexis K, Chloe L, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Alexus M, Zeinab O, Gabriella R, Alani R, Dani S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W, Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Joseph S
CONGRATS to these students for moving on to the “Sweet 16” Round.
MEN’S DIVISION:
Landon D, Charles M, Samir O, Joseph S, Agustin H, Julius M, Sergio R, William K, Alex S, Taylor T, Tyler B, Jose M, Hamza Q, Princeton T, Mateo R, Ethan M, Tristan G
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Stephanie N, Alyssa W, Alyssa C, Kaylee C, Wala K, Alexis K, Chloe L, Vania L, Divine M, Grace M, Alexus M, Zeinab O, Gabriella R, Alani R, Dani S, Natalie S, Candi T, Gwen V, Cassandra W, Jazlyn S, Avan J
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TRIP NEWS
You should have received an email from Mrs. A inviting you to join the BAND app. This is the primary form of communication regarding all things trip. It is required that all trip participants join the BAND. All parents/guardians are invited to join as well.
If anyone missed the March 5 meeting, be sure to email [email protected] for your make-up meeting. This is required for every participant and their parent/guardian.
You should have received an email from Mrs. A inviting you to join the BAND app. This is the primary form of communication regarding all things trip. It is required that all trip participants join the BAND. All parents/guardians are invited to join as well.
If anyone missed the March 5 meeting, be sure to email [email protected] for your make-up meeting. This is required for every participant and their parent/guardian.
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BELL SYSTEM NEWS:
Congratulations to Bell System on an incredible final performance at Lonestar. 2nd runner up overall! What a way to end the season! Mrs. A and I are so proud of you all. JOB WELL DONE!! And special THANK YOUS go out to our awesome helpers: Alyssa Whiteley, Kieran McFarland, Cassandra Wisecarver, Tanner Ewing, Isabella Hoover, and of course, Mayson Clarke! We could not have done it without your help! |
3rd TRI MUSIC CLUBS - SRC & MTC
***Hop into Sight Reading!***
***Hop into Sight Reading!***
- Sight Reading Club (SRC) meets in the choir room on FRIDAYS at 8am - This is for anyone who wants to get better at Sight Reading. That’s YOU! All levels are welcome.
- Music Theory Club (MTC) meets in the mirror room on TUESDAYS at 8am - Learn more about how to read and write music. This fun club has room for all levels from beginners to advanced!
2024 UIL Rehearsal Calendar for JV Choirs & Combined Men
- After-School Clinics ~ Thur 3/21 (choir shirt)
- 4:05 - 5:30pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 5:30 - 6:45pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- 6:45 - 8:00pm - V Men (Choir Room)
- Monday, 3/25
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - Varsity Men (Mirror Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- Pre-UIL ~ Tues, 3/26 (black formalwear)
- Between 4-10pm @ Trinity HS
- ALL CHOIRS time TBD
- Monday, 4/2
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - Varsity Men (Mirror Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- UIL ~ Wed-Fri, April 3-5 (black formalwear)
- Between 8am-5pm @ Carroll Senior HS
- ALL CHOIRS time and day TBD
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SPRING BREAK! - March 11-15
WHAT’S NEXT:
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PUT THIS IN YOUR CALENDAR:
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Bell High School hosted several contests the past couple of weeks.
Congratulations to all who prepared and performed at HEBISD Solo and Ensemble Competition Monday, February 26. BHS had 77 students participate and all students earned superior and excellent awards! Special thanks to all who helped host this contest.
Congratulations to the HEBISD Junior Highs on their UIL Performances. Thank you to Martin UMC for the use of their beautiful space and thank you to the booster club volunteers and student workers.
Congratulations to all who prepared and performed at HEBISD Solo and Ensemble Competition Monday, February 26. BHS had 77 students participate and all students earned superior and excellent awards! Special thanks to all who helped host this contest.
Congratulations to the HEBISD Junior Highs on their UIL Performances. Thank you to Martin UMC for the use of their beautiful space and thank you to the booster club volunteers and student workers.
Pics from Encore (We love THS Harmony)
16 February 2024 ~ Newsletter
WELCOME TO TRIMESTER THREE!
BELL SYSTEM NEWS:
CONGRATULATIONS to Bell System, the GRAND CHAMPIONS of their first competition, NTSCI (North Texas Show Choir Invitational) in Mansfield last night. And special THANK YOUS go out to our amazing helpers: Cassandra Wisecarver, Alyssa Whiteley, Isabella Hoover, Tanner Ewing, and Culkin Nguyen. We could not have done it without your help!!
Final Bell System Competition
Our Show Choir has had a fantastic year and it all ends on Saturday, 2/24/2024 with their final competition at LONE STAR SHOW CHOIR INVITATIONAL at Keller Central HS.
BELL SYSTEM NEWS:
CONGRATULATIONS to Bell System, the GRAND CHAMPIONS of their first competition, NTSCI (North Texas Show Choir Invitational) in Mansfield last night. And special THANK YOUS go out to our amazing helpers: Cassandra Wisecarver, Alyssa Whiteley, Isabella Hoover, Tanner Ewing, and Culkin Nguyen. We could not have done it without your help!!
Final Bell System Competition
Our Show Choir has had a fantastic year and it all ends on Saturday, 2/24/2024 with their final competition at LONE STAR SHOW CHOIR INVITATIONAL at Keller Central HS.
- Wednesday, 2/21 - 7am Final Rehearsal
- Wednesday, 2/21 - Costumes due in choir room, competition ready
- Alternate transportation plans (from a parent/guardian) are due to BOTH Mrs. A and Mrs. Lindberg by Friday, 2/23
- Sat 2/24, 1pm-midnight ~ Competition #2 - **Lone Star Show Choir Invitational @ Central HS in Keller
- Audience Entry Fee - $25 (Link HERE - may turn off )
- 12 noon - Load the U-Haul
- 1:00 Call time - BHS Choir Room
- 1:15 Load Bus
- 2pm Arrive Keller Central HS
- 3:15 Warm-up Room
- 3:40 Performance
- 4:05 Critique
- 6:45 Prelim Awards
- 7:15 Finals
- 10:45 Final Awards
SOLO & ENSEMBLE NEWS
***S&E Voice Recitals***
Tuesday, 2/20
***Solo & Ensemble is Monday, February 26 between 5-9pm***
***S&E Voice Recitals***
Tuesday, 2/20
- 6:00 ~ Ms. Wolff’s Studio, choir room
- 7:15 ~ Ms. Wolff’s Studio (check with Ms. Wolff for your specific time)
- 7:00 ~ Students of Ms. McKinney, choir room
- 4:30 ~ Students of Ms. Pesnell, choir room
- 5:00 ~ Students of Ms. Winstead, mirror room
***Solo & Ensemble is Monday, February 26 between 5-9pm***
- Check the choir room for your specific time!
March Madness begins NEXT WEEK!
This is an exciting Sight Reading Tournament for our JV Choirs. Don’t miss the BRACKET REVEAL in class on Friday!! There are PRIZES!!
This is an exciting Sight Reading Tournament for our JV Choirs. Don’t miss the BRACKET REVEAL in class on Friday!! There are PRIZES!!
3rd TRI MUSIC CLUBS - SRC & MTC
***Hop into Sight Reading!***
Sight Reading Club (SRC) meets in the choir room on FRIDAYS at 8am, beginning 2/23
***Whoooo wants to know more about Music Theory?***
Music Theory Club (MTC) meets in the mirror room on TUESDAYS at 8am, beginning 2/27
***Hop into Sight Reading!***
Sight Reading Club (SRC) meets in the choir room on FRIDAYS at 8am, beginning 2/23
***Whoooo wants to know more about Music Theory?***
Music Theory Club (MTC) meets in the mirror room on TUESDAYS at 8am, beginning 2/27
- Sight Reading Club - This is for anyone who wants to get better at Sight Reading. That’s YOU! All levels are welcome. We meet every Friday at 8am in the Choir Room.
- Music Theory Club - Learn more about how to read and write music. This fun club has room for all levels from beginners to advanced! We meet every Tuesday at 8am in the Mirror Room.
2024 UIL Rehearsal Calendar for JV Choirs & Combined Men
- Thursday, 2/22
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - Varsity Men (Mirror Room)
- Tuesday, 2/27
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - Varsity Men (Mirror Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- In-Class Clinics ~ Thu 2/29 (choir shirt)
- Tuesday, 3/5
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - Varsity Men (Mirror Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- After-School Clinics ~ Thur 3/21 (choir shirt)
- 4:05 - 5:30pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 5:30 - 6:45pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- 6:45 - 8:00pm - V Men (Choir Room)
- Monday, 3/25
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - Varsity Men (Mirror Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- Pre-UIL ~ Tues, 3/26 (black formalwear)
- Between 4-10pm @ Trinity HS
- ALL CHOIRS time TBD
- Tuesday, 4/2
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - NV Women (Choir Room)
- 4:05 - 5:15pm - Varsity Men (Mirror Room)
- 5:15 - 6:30pm - NV Mixed (Choir Room)
- UIL ~ Wed-Fri, April 3-5 (black formalwear)
- Between 8am-5pm @ Carroll Senior HS
- ALL CHOIRS time and day TBD
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THIS WEEK:
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PUT THIS IN YOUR CALENDAR:
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BELL SYSTEM COMPETITION CALENDAR:
- Thur 2/15, 5:45pm-midnight ~ Competition #1 - *North Texas Show Choir Invitational @ MISD Center for the Performing Arts (Awards announced at 11pm)
- Audience Entry Fee - $20 (Link HERE - NOTE: they have turned off this link for presales and will open it again later today)
- 5:45 Call time - BHS Choir Room
- 6:00 Load Bus
- 7pm Arrive MISD CPA
- 7:55 Dressing Room
- 8:20 Warm-up Room
- 8:45 Performance
- 11pm awards
- Sat 2/24, 1pm-midnight ~ Competition #2 - **Lone Star Show Choir Invitational @ Central HS in Keller
- Audience Entry Fee - $25 (Link HERE)
- 1:00 Call time - BHS Choir Room
- 1:15 Load Bus
- 2pm Arrive Keller Central HS
- 3:15 Warm-up Room
- 3:40 Performance
- 4:05 Critique
- 6:45 Prelim Awards
- 7:15 Finals
- 10:45 Final Awards
2 February 2024 ~ Newsletter
SHOWTIME! 2024 is HERE!!!
February 2-3, 7pm Do you have your tickets yet? Tickets are on sale now through SeatYourself.biz - click here! $8 general admission $10 reserved seating |
SILENT AUCTION
Have you started bidding on your favorite items? Several items will be on display during intermission of the 7pm show. Bidding closes on Saturday, February 3, at the end of intermission. Here's the auction link |
VOLUNTEER NEWS:
Showtime Volunteers Needed!
Sign Up Here for Saturday ushers/ticket takers/bake sale checkout
https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?v=5732820&cb=7175316
Showtime Volunteers Needed!
- Adult Ushers: We need 2 adults each night (Friday & Saturday) to assist our student ushers with helping guests find their seats. This commitment is from 6:00-7:00.
- Ticket Takers: We need 2 adults each night to sell tickets at the door. This commitment is from 5:30-7:30.
- Bake Sale Checkout Help: We need 2 adults on Saturday night during intermission in the cafeteria to help run the checkout table for the bake sale.
- Water: Bring to the school any time between now and Saturday, February 3.
- Homemade desserts and hot chocolate: We need individually packaged desserts that can be eaten with your hands (i.e. cookies, cupcakes, brownies), as well as boxes of ready-mix packets of hot chocolate. Please bring them either to the school on Friday, February 2, or Saturday, February 3 between 2:30-5:30.
Sign Up Here for Saturday ushers/ticket takers/bake sale checkout
https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?v=5732820&cb=7175316
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FUNDRAISING NEWS - HundredX Causes:
Our HundredX Causes campaign is going well! It ends February 13, so log in now and share your opinions! It’s easy and free.
Click here to sign up. Be sure to choose L. D. Bell Choir Booster Club when you sign up. Then use the link they send you to start giving feedback. Invite lots of friends! Remember our goal is $15,000. That's less than 300 people giving feedback 35 times.
Our HundredX Causes campaign is going well! It ends February 13, so log in now and share your opinions! It’s easy and free.
Click here to sign up. Be sure to choose L. D. Bell Choir Booster Club when you sign up. Then use the link they send you to start giving feedback. Invite lots of friends! Remember our goal is $15,000. That's less than 300 people giving feedback 35 times.
19 January 2024 ~ Newsletter
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SHOWTIME! 2024 NEWS:
$8 General Admission, $10 Reserved Rehearsal Calendar for all Choirs
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VOLUNTEER NEWS:
Showtime Volunteers Needed!
Sign Up Here for water, desserts, and Friday ushers/ticket takers
Sign Up Here for Saturday ushers/ticket takers/bake sale checkout
Showtime Volunteers Needed!
- Adult Ushers: We need 2 adults each night (Friday & Saturday) to assist our student ushers with helping guests find their seats. This commitment is from 6:00-7:00.
- Ticket Takers: We need 2 adults each night to sell tickets at the door. This commitment is from 5:30-7:30.
- Bake Sale Checkout Help: We need 2 adults on Saturday night during intermission in the cafeteria to help run the checkout table for the bake sale.
- Water: Bring to the school any time between now and Saturday, February 3.
- Homemade desserts and hot chocolate: We need individually packaged desserts that can be eaten with your hands (i.e. cookies, cupcakes, brownies), as well as boxes of ready-mix packets of hot chocolate. Please bring them either to the school on Friday, February 2, or Saturday, February 3 between 2:30-5:30.
Sign Up Here for water, desserts, and Friday ushers/ticket takers
Sign Up Here for Saturday ushers/ticket takers/bake sale checkout
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COMING UP:
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FUNDRAISING NEWS - HundredX Causes:
Our HundredX Causes campaign is off to a great start!
Click here to sign up. Be sure to choose L. D. Bell Choir Booster Club when you sign up. Then use the link they send you to start giving feedback. Invite lots of friends! Remember our goal is $15,000. That's less than 300 people giving feedback 35 times.
Our HundredX Causes campaign is off to a great start!
Click here to sign up. Be sure to choose L. D. Bell Choir Booster Club when you sign up. Then use the link they send you to start giving feedback. Invite lots of friends! Remember our goal is $15,000. That's less than 300 people giving feedback 35 times.
BELL SYSTEM NEWS:
As we head into SHOWTIME and Competition Season, the calendar gets extremely busy. We want to be sure you are aware of the Bell System calendar since it differs from the rest of the choirs.
Bell System Showtime/Competition Calendar
As we head into SHOWTIME and Competition Season, the calendar gets extremely busy. We want to be sure you are aware of the Bell System calendar since it differs from the rest of the choirs.
Bell System Showtime/Competition Calendar
- Friday 1/19, Premiere 5:30, call is 5-7pm, stay for strike
- Monday 1/22, Clinic from 3-5pm
- Tuesday 1/23, Soloists stay until 5pm
- Wednesday 1/24, Soloists stay until 5pm
- Thursday 1/25, Soloists stay until 5pm
- Saturday 1/27, 9am-12pm Rehearsal on stage
- Sunday 1/28, 2-5pm, Soloists rehearse with band
- Monday 1/29, 4:00-9pm
- Tuesday 1/30, Rehearsal 4:00-9pm
- Thursday 2/1, Dress Rehearsal 4:00-9pm
- Friday 2/2, SHOWTIME! 2023 – Call time 4:00. Show is @ 7 pm
- Saturday 2/3, SHOWTIME! 2023 – Call time 6:00. Show is @ 7 pm
- Thur 2/15, 8-10pm ~ Competition #1 - *North Texas Show Choir Invitational @ MISD Center for the Performing Arts (Awards announced at 11pm) CALL 8:00pm
- Sat 2/24, all day, schedule coming soon ~ Competition #2 - **Lone Star Show Choir Invitational @ Central HS in Keller ~ possible call back for an hour between 7-10pm if we make finals
SHOWTIME! 2024 Silent Auction
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
Choir Fam:
12 January 2024 ~ Newsletter
SHOWTIME! 2024 NEWS:
Rehearsal Calendar for all Choirs
Rehearsal Calendar for all Choirs
- Tuesday 1/30 - Rehearsal 5-7:30pm
- Thursday 2/1 - Dress Rehearsal 5:30-9pm
- Friday 2/2 - SHOWTIME! 2024 – Call time 6:15. Show is @ 7 pm, Tickets on sale January 19, ($8 General Admission, $10 Reserved)
- Saturday 2/3 - SHOWTIME! 2024 – Call time 6:15. Show is @ 7 pm
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FUNDRAISING NEWS
HundredX Causes: Our HundredX Causes campaign is live! I have already earned the first $1.60 for our kids. Who's next? Click here to sign up. Be sure to choose L. D. Bell Choir Booster Club when you sign up. Then use the link they send you to start giving feedback. Invite lots of friends! Remember our goal is $15,000. That's less than 300 people giving feedback 35 times. |
NEXT WEEK:
- NO SCHOOL - Monday, January 15
- Choir Council Meeting - Tuesday, January 16
- Choreographer Here!! - Friday, January 19, during class
- Bell System Premiere - Friday, January 19, 5:30pm
- Next Trip Payment Due - Saturday, January 20
COMING UP:
- Grace Period for Late Trip Payments Ends - Monday, January 22
- Choreographer Here!! - Friday, January 26
- Silent Auction Opens - Sunday, January 28
- SHOWTIME! 2024 - Friday-Saturday, February 2 & 3
- LAST Trip Payment Due - Tuesday, February 20
- Solo & Ensemble - Monday, February 26
- MARCH MADNESS 2024 JV Choirs Sightreading Tournament
- Pre-UIL - Tuesday, March 26, 5-9:30pm @ Trinity HS
- UIL - Monday, April 3-5, during school @ Carroll Senior HS
- Choir Trip to Nashville - April 5-9
SHOWTIME! 2024 Silent Auction
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
Thursday Night Band Rehearsal with the PROS!
Prepping for SHOWTIME!
20 December 2023 ~ Newsletter
HOLIDAY EDITION!
To our Beloved Choir Fam: We wish you all the Happiest of Holidays and blessings for the New Year!
This past couple of weeks has been busy with so many things:
This past couple of weeks has been busy with so many things:
- A Cappella performed at the Orchestra Concert
- All Choirs performed at the Winter Concert (check Canvas for the link to watch it again!)
- Select A Cappella members sang for the Coaches Luncheon
- Solo & Ensemble roll-out (for students without a private teacher) Check out Canvas module for more info and email Mrs. L for a link to any solos you are interested in!
- Bell System performed in 25 Christmas shows
- 4 Voice Recitals
- Holiday Breakfast
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SHOWTIME NEWS!
Click here to buy an AD in the Showtime Program.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17KSIqVTAiUeiMyp4z9vhHowdmuLSUm0D/view?usp=sharing
SHOWTIME! 2024 Silent Auction
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
Click here to buy an AD in the Showtime Program.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17KSIqVTAiUeiMyp4z9vhHowdmuLSUm0D/view?usp=sharing
SHOWTIME! 2024 Silent Auction
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
Choir Fam Holiday Breakfast!
Bell System Holiday Tour
CAROL PROJECT
15 December 2023 ~ Newsletter
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NEXT WEEK:
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COMING UP:
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SHOWTIME NEWS!
Click here to buy an AD in the Showtime Program.
Scroll down to last week's Newsletter for more info on DONATIONS for the slilent auction!
Click here to buy an AD in the Showtime Program.
Scroll down to last week's Newsletter for more info on DONATIONS for the slilent auction!
Pics from the Voice Recitals!
8 December 2023 ~ Newsletter
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NEXT WEEK:
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COMING UP:
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SHOWTIME! 2024 Silent Auction
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
Don't forget to eat at V's House of Pho on Monday, 6pm
1 December 2023 ~ Newsletter
CRAFT FAIR STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
Several of you have signed up to help at the craft fair tomorrow. It’s going to be a super fun day! Remember to wear your choir t-shirt and jeans. If you are working the early morning (5:30am) or evening shift (5pm), then you need to sign in at the teacher's lounge. Be sure to say you are working for CHOIR so we get credit for your hard work! Students can only sign in with one group per shift. If you want to get credit for another group, you can volunteer for both morning and evening shifts.
The other shifts we need are for our Choir BBQ Booth. Wear your choir t-shirt and jeans, head to the courtyard, and look for the choir flag and our fabulous booster club.
Forgot to sign up to help? No worries – come anyway!! We could always use more volunteers.
Several of you have signed up to help at the craft fair tomorrow. It’s going to be a super fun day! Remember to wear your choir t-shirt and jeans. If you are working the early morning (5:30am) or evening shift (5pm), then you need to sign in at the teacher's lounge. Be sure to say you are working for CHOIR so we get credit for your hard work! Students can only sign in with one group per shift. If you want to get credit for another group, you can volunteer for both morning and evening shifts.
The other shifts we need are for our Choir BBQ Booth. Wear your choir t-shirt and jeans, head to the courtyard, and look for the choir flag and our fabulous booster club.
Forgot to sign up to help? No worries – come anyway!! We could always use more volunteers.
MONDAY MORNING - DON’T FORGET!:
Bring your complete uniform to be ready for the afternoon dress rehearsal. Be in your assigned seat in the auditorium as soon as you are changed! Tardies begin at 4:20. You are called until 7pm. Do you have your transportation figured out?
Bring your complete uniform to be ready for the afternoon dress rehearsal. Be in your assigned seat in the auditorium as soon as you are changed! Tardies begin at 4:20. You are called until 7pm. Do you have your transportation figured out?
NEXT WEEK:
- CRAFT FAIR TOMORROW!! - Saturday, 12/2 (Bell System performs at 11am & 12pm)
- Bell System TOURS - Friday through Monday, December 1-18 - see the Charms Calendar for more details
- Winter Concert Dress Rehearsal - Monday, 12/4, 4-7pm
- Choir Council Meeting - Tuesday, 12/5, 8:15am
- Winter Concert - Tuesday, 12/5, 7pm, call 6:15pm
- Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery Day - Thursday, 12/7, immediately after school
- Bedford JH Choir Concert @ Bell – Thursday, December 7, 7pm, workers needed at 6:15pm
- Hurst JH Choir Concert @ Bell – Friday, December 8, 7pm, workers needed at 6:15pm
- Elementary Honor Choir Concert @ Bell – Saturday, December 9, 11am, workers needed at 10:45am
COMING UP:
- Bell System TOURS - continue through Monday, December 18 (full calendar on Charms)
- Restaurant Fundraiser - Featuring Bell System – Monday, December 11, 6pm at V’s House of Pho, 8743 Bedford Euless Rd, North Richland Hills
- Voice Studio Recitals – Tuesday, December 12
- McKinney Studio, 5pm - Mirror Room
- Wolff Studio, 6pm and 7:30pm - Choir Room
- Winstead Studio, 7pm - Mirror Room
- Choir Fam! Holiday Breakfast - 7:30am Choir Room, Tuesday, December 19, Bring favorite holiday breakfast items to share! Sock exchange!
- Early Release - Wednesday, December 20
- Next Trip Payment Due - Thursday, December 21
- WINTER BREAK - December 21 - January 8
- All-State Area Audition (Round 4) @UTA - Saturday, January 6
- Bell System Dance Clinic - Monday, January 8, 9am-7:30pm
- Bell System Dance Clinic - Tuesday, January 9, 2:45-6pm
- Bell System Premiere - Friday, January 19, 5:30pm
- SHOWTIME! 2024 - Friday-Saturday, February 2 & 3
- Solo & Ensemble - Monday, February 26
SHOWTIME! 2024 Silent Auction
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
February 2nd and 3rd, 2024
Dear Choir Families,
Each year during our biggest concert, SHOWTIME!, the Booster Club hosts a Silent
Auction to raise funds for The Choirs of L.D. Bell. We need your help!
DONATE: If you own a business, work for one, or have NEW items of value, please
consider donating toward the auction. Gift Cards, baskets and individual items are
welcome!
PROCURE: Know someone connected to an organization? Frequent a local
business or restaurant? We need your help! Request a few donation sheets and
partner with us to gather items for the auction.
CREATE: Homemade and personalized LD Bell Choir themed quilts, pillows, tote
bags, jewelry, signs, etc. are highly sought after auction items! If you have sewing or
crafting skills, please consider donating your time to create items for the auction.
All contributors to the silent auction will receive 2 free tickets to SHOWTIME! and
recognition in the SHOWTIME! concert program.
Need more info? Have a donation? Contact:
April Neill: 817.313.2723, [email protected]
Amy McCall: 214.616.4280, [email protected]
17 November 2023 ~ Newsletter
REGION WEEKEND NEWS:
Here’s the link to buy the video from Region Weekend
https://inspired-imaging-168740.square.site/product/all-region-video-tmea-atssb-/8?cs=true&cst=custom
Choose “Region 31 HS (Carroll SHS)” in the dropdown menu
See below for even more photos!
Here’s the link to buy the video from Region Weekend
https://inspired-imaging-168740.square.site/product/all-region-video-tmea-atssb-/8?cs=true&cst=custom
Choose “Region 31 HS (Carroll SHS)” in the dropdown menu
See below for even more photos!
VOLUNTEER NEWS
Hi Choir Family! We are in need of donations AND volunteer help for the upcoming craft fair on 12-3. The choir boosters have a booth selling barbecue each year. It is a wonderful fundraiser and a great way to get to know your choir family. Bell System will be performing at the craft fair as well.
NEW! For your convenience, you can donate supplies (except water) via our Amazon wishlist and they will be shipped directly to the choir: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/36DSVSRULTS4H?ref_=wl_share
All donations need to be either delivered to the choir room or delivered from Amazon no later than 12-2.
Volunteer and Donation Signup DIRECT LINK: https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5805306
Please note: If you purchase items off the Amazon list, please ALSO be sure to sign up for them on Charms, for accurate counting.
Thank you!!!
Hi Choir Family! We are in need of donations AND volunteer help for the upcoming craft fair on 12-3. The choir boosters have a booth selling barbecue each year. It is a wonderful fundraiser and a great way to get to know your choir family. Bell System will be performing at the craft fair as well.
NEW! For your convenience, you can donate supplies (except water) via our Amazon wishlist and they will be shipped directly to the choir: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/36DSVSRULTS4H?ref_=wl_share
All donations need to be either delivered to the choir room or delivered from Amazon no later than 12-2.
Volunteer and Donation Signup DIRECT LINK: https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5805306
Please note: If you purchase items off the Amazon list, please ALSO be sure to sign up for them on Charms, for accurate counting.
Thank you!!!
CHOIR TRIP NEWS!
Just a reminder that the second payment will be due by November 21. This is DURING Thanksgiving Break, so you might want to set a reminder to avoid late fees. All payments are paid online and any questions should be directed to the company.
Just a reminder that the second payment will be due by November 21. This is DURING Thanksgiving Break, so you might want to set a reminder to avoid late fees. All payments are paid online and any questions should be directed to the company.
CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
- Woo - 484
- Hagenberg - 386
- Mendelssohn - 382
- Barrett - 436
NEXT WEEK (and after Thanksgiving)
- Thanksgiving Break - November 20-24
- Choir Trip Payment DUE - Tuesday, 11/21
- A Cappella Orchestra Rehearsal - Monday, 11/27, 4-6 pm
- Choir Council Meeting - Tuesday, 11/28, 8:15am
- A Cappella Orchestra Rehearsal – Tuesday, 11/28, 2nd & 3rd periods
- Winter Concert Solo Auditions - Tuesday, 11/28, 4-8pm
- In-School Clinics - Wednesday, 11/29, Wear your choir t-shirt & jeans
- A Cappella Orchestra Performance @ BHS - Wednesday, 11/29, 7:00 pm, call 6:45
- JV & All Men After-School Rehearsal - Thursday, 11/30, 4-5:30pm (Varsity Men dismissed at 4:45pm)
- CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, 12/2 (Bell System performs at 11am & 12pm)
- Bell System TOURS - Friday through Monday, December 1-18 - see the Charms Calendar for more details
- Winter Concert Dress Rehearsal – Monday, 12/4, 4-7pm
- Winter Concert – Tuesday, 12/5, 7pm, call 6:15pm
- Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery – Thursday, 12/7, immediately after school
- Bedford JH Choir Concert @ Bell – Thursday, December 7
- Hurst JH Choir Concert @ Bell – Friday, December 8
- Restaurant Fundraiser - Featuring Bell System – Monday, December 11, 6pm at V’s House of Pho, 8743 Bedford Euless Rd, North Richland Hills
- Voice Studio Recitals – Tuesday, December 12
- McKinney Studio, 5pm - Mirror Room
- Wolff Studio, 6pm and 7:30pm - Choir Room
- Winstead Studio, 7pm - Mirror Room
- Choir Fam Holiday Breakfast - 7:30am Choir Room, Tuesday, December 19, Bring favorite holiday breakfast items to share! Sock exchange!
- WINTER BREAK – December 21-January 8
- Area All-State Auditions @ UTA – January 6
- SHOWTIME! 2024 Concerts - Friday & Saturday, 2/2 & 2/3, 7pm
10 November 2023 ~ Newsletter
REGION WEEKEND NEWS:
Friday, November 10
Saturday, November 11
Please note - plaques, T-shirts, and recordings will be available for purchase at the concerts.
Friday, November 10
- 2:00PM-4:00PM - Birdville HS and Birdville ISD Fine Arts/Athletic Complex (FAAC)
- There is no return bus. Please plan to have your ride pick you up at 4:00pm @ Birdville High School, 9100 Mid Cities Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Saturday, November 11
- 7:00am Meet in the Choir room at BHS
- Wear Choir T-shirt and jeans
- Bring - ALL music in nice folder, Water, pencil - anything you wish to add to your hanging bag for the concert (deodorant, hair or makeup touch ups)
- Pick up PACKED BAG from the Bell Choir Room
- 7:15am - load bus to travel to Carroll Sr. High
- 7:45am arrival at Carroll Sr. HS PAC (1501 W. Southlake Blvd)
- There is no return bus. Please plan to have your ride pick you up after the concert @ Carroll Sr. High, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
- Honor Choir/Treble Concert - 4pm
- Region Mixed Concert - 5:45pm
Please note - plaques, T-shirts, and recordings will be available for purchase at the concerts.
GROUP PICTURE DAY
DON’T FORGET!!! On Tuesday, 11/14, during class, everyone will dress in full dress black uniform for our professional group picture. Bring your complete uniform to change at the beginning of class and change back to school clothes when the picture is finished.
Bell System ——> Your picture is on a different day! More details later.
DON’T FORGET!!! On Tuesday, 11/14, during class, everyone will dress in full dress black uniform for our professional group picture. Bring your complete uniform to change at the beginning of class and change back to school clothes when the picture is finished.
Bell System ——> Your picture is on a different day! More details later.
ALL-STATE NEWS
We are incredibly proud of these students who have been working so hard for Round Three Auditions next Tuesday, November 14. When you see them, wish them well!
Elijah Applon, Joshua Binkley, Mayson Clarke, Riley Corbin, Jorge Crespo, Landon Dunlap, Kiana Gonzalez, Vivian Lasoi, Maeve McCall, Maggie Neill, Gabriel Olguin, Kendall Pearce, Julie Perez, Peter Priddy, Hamza Qaddura, Leo Tran, Elisha Wenth
Here’s the plan: Meet in the choir room for 5th period. We will take a bus to Coppell HS. There is a return bus back to Bell after the entire audition is finished. Alternate transportation plans need to be emailed to both Mrs. A and Mrs. Lindberg by noon on Monday, November 13. Get lots of rest, drink lots of water, and take care of your voice this weekend!
We are incredibly proud of these students who have been working so hard for Round Three Auditions next Tuesday, November 14. When you see them, wish them well!
Elijah Applon, Joshua Binkley, Mayson Clarke, Riley Corbin, Jorge Crespo, Landon Dunlap, Kiana Gonzalez, Vivian Lasoi, Maeve McCall, Maggie Neill, Gabriel Olguin, Kendall Pearce, Julie Perez, Peter Priddy, Hamza Qaddura, Leo Tran, Elisha Wenth
Here’s the plan: Meet in the choir room for 5th period. We will take a bus to Coppell HS. There is a return bus back to Bell after the entire audition is finished. Alternate transportation plans need to be emailed to both Mrs. A and Mrs. Lindberg by noon on Monday, November 13. Get lots of rest, drink lots of water, and take care of your voice this weekend!
THIS COMING WEEK
- Choir Council Meeting - Tuesday, 11/14, 8:15am
- Picture Day - Tuesday, 11/14, during class - bring full dress black uniform
- All-State PRE-AREA AUDITIONS - Tuesday, 11/14, 5th period through evening
- Help Decorate the Choir Room - Thursday and Friday, 8-8:40am, 11/16-11/17
- Thanksgiving Break - November 20-24
CHOIR TRIP NEWS!
Just a reminder that the second payment will be due by November 21. This is DURING Thanksgiving break, so you might want to set a reminder to avoid late fees. All payments are paid online and any questions should be directed to the company.
Just a reminder that the second payment will be due by November 21. This is DURING Thanksgiving break, so you might want to set a reminder to avoid late fees. All payments are paid online and any questions should be directed to the company.
Coming Soon
- Choir Trip Payment DUE - Tuesday, 11/21
- A Cappella Orchestra Rehearsal - Monday, 11/27, 4-6 pm
- A Cappella Orchestra Rehearsal during 2nd & 3rd periods - Tuesday, 11/28
- Winter Concert Solo Auditions - Tuesday, 11/28, 4-8pm
- In-School Clinics - Wednesday, 11/29, Wear your choir t-shirt & jeans
- A Cappella Orchestra Performance @ BHS - Wednesday, 11/29, 7:00 pm, call 6:45
- JV & All Men After-School Rehearsal - Thursday, 11/30, 4-5:30pm (Varsity Men dismissed at 4:45pm)
- CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, 12/2 (Bell System performs at 11am & 12pm)
- Winter Concert Dress Rehearsal - Monday, 12/4, 4-7pm
- Winter Concert - Tuesday, 12/5, 7pm, call 6:15pm
- Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery - Thursday, 12/7, immediately after school
- Voice Studio Recitals - Tuesday, 12/12
- SHOWTIME! 2024 Concerts - Friday & Saturday, 2/2 & 2/3, 7pm
3 November 2023 ~ Newsletter
GO RAIDERS FOOTBALL!!!!!
LD Bell Choir loves you and is SO proud of you!
***Shout out to Joey Hernandez & Tanner Ewing***
LD Bell Choir loves you and is SO proud of you!
***Shout out to Joey Hernandez & Tanner Ewing***
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Community Garage Sale
Come shop tomorrow in the parking lot, Saturday November 4, 9am-12pm |
THIS COMING WEEK
- All-State BASS Master Class - Monday, 11/6, 4-5:30pm
- Choir Council Meeting - Tuesday, 11/7, 8:15am
- All-State SOP, TEN, ALTO Master Class - Tuesday, 11/7, 4-5:30pm
- Chipotle Choir Fundraiser - Tuesday, 11/7, 5-9pm
- Region Items DUE - Wednesday, 11/8 (Fee, Transportation Plan, Folder & Bag Check)
- All-State Mock Auditions - Thursday, 11/9, 4-6pm
- REGION WEEKEND - November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS)
REGION WEEKEND NEWS:
This info is for the 38 students who made the three Region Choirs:
Do you have a ride home next Friday and Saturday?? We are planning on a bus ride for you THERE, but NOT BACK!
Here’s a recap of the week’s events:
Monday, November 6
DUE Wednesday, November 8:
Black Tux Jacket Black Dress
Black Tux Pants Black hose/stockings
Black Vest Black dress shoes
Black Tie Proper undergarments
White Tux Shirt
Black Dress shoes
LONG Black Socks
Friday, November 10
Saturday, November 11
Please note - plaques, T-shirts, and recordings will be available for purchase at the concerts.
***For those going on in the All-State audition process, keep practicing! Your All-State Master Classes are Monday & Tuesday, 4-5:30!
This info is for the 38 students who made the three Region Choirs:
- 9/10 Honor Choir
- District Treble Choir
- Region Mixed Choir
Do you have a ride home next Friday and Saturday?? We are planning on a bus ride for you THERE, but NOT BACK!
Here’s a recap of the week’s events:
Monday, November 6
- Hanging Bags checked out to students who are not in Bell System
DUE Wednesday, November 8:
- Folder check
- All ORIGINAL Music for the concert
- Nice black folder with your name somewhere
- Pencil
- Packed Bag for Concert due IN THE CHOIR ROOM: FULL choir uniform includes:
Black Tux Jacket Black Dress
Black Tux Pants Black hose/stockings
Black Vest Black dress shoes
Black Tie Proper undergarments
White Tux Shirt
Black Dress shoes
LONG Black Socks
Friday, November 10
- Wear normal school clothes
- All students meet in the choir room for 3rd period - load bus to Cici’s Pizza for HEBISD Choir celebration
- Bring ALL your region music in a nice black folder
- Bring Pencil and water
- 2:00PM-4:00PM - Birdville HS and Birdville ISD Fine Arts/Athletic Complex (FAAC)
- Please be in your spots at 1:50pm for a prompt start to sectionals
- DISTRICT TREBLE: Sectionals at BISD FAAC
- HONOR CHOIR and REGION MIXED: Birdville HS
- There is no return bus. Please plan to have your ride pick you up at 4:00pm @ Birdville High School, 9100 Mid Cities Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Saturday, November 11
- 7:00am Meet in the Choir room at BHS
- Wear Choir T-shirt and jeans
- Bring - ALL music in nice folder, Water, pencil - anything you wish to add to your hanging bag for the concert (deodorant, hair or makeup touch ups)
- Pick up PACKED BAG from the Bell Choir Room
- 7:15am - load bus to travel to Carroll Sr. High
- 7:45am arrival at Carroll Sr. HS PAC (1501 W. Southlake Blvd)
- There is no return bus. Please plan to have your ride pick you up after the concert @ Carroll Sr. High, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
- Honor Choir/Treble Concert - 4pm
- Region Mixed Concert - 5:45pm
Please note - plaques, T-shirts, and recordings will be available for purchase at the concerts.
***For those going on in the All-State audition process, keep practicing! Your All-State Master Classes are Monday & Tuesday, 4-5:30!
Coming Soon
- Picture Day - Tuesday, 11/14, during class - bring full dress black uniform & Bell System uniforms
- Pre-Area All-State Auditions - Tuesday, 11/14
- Thanksgiving Break - November 20-24
- A Cappella Orchestra Rehearsal - Monday, 11/27, 4-6 pm
- Winter Concert Solo Auditions - Tuesday, 11/28, 4-8pm
- In-School Clinics - Wednesday, 11/29, Wear your choir t-shirt & jeans
- A Cappella Orchestra Performance @ BHS - Wednesday, 11/29, 7:00 pm, call 6:45
- JV & All Men After-School Rehearsal - Thursday, 11/30, 4-5:30pm (Varsity Men dismissed at 4:45pm)
- CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, 12/2 (Bell System performs at 11am & 12pm)
- Winter Concert Dress Rehearsal - Monday, 12/4, 4-7pm
- Winter Concert - Tuesday, 12/5, 7pm, call 6:15pm
- Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery - Thursday, 12/7, immediately after school
- Voice Studio Recitals - Tuesday, 12/12
- SHOWTIME! 2024 Concerts - Friday-Saturday, 2/2 and 2/3, 7pm
Game Day Pics
27 October 2023 ~ Newsletter
CHOIR TRIP NEWS!
Registration is complete and your second payment will be due November 21. Remember, all payments are paid online and any questions should be directed to the company.
Fundraisers that help pay for trip:
Registration is complete and your second payment will be due November 21. Remember, all payments are paid online and any questions should be directed to the company.
Fundraisers that help pay for trip:
- Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Sales - Fundraising credits have been applied to your Charms account
- Garage Sale - Saturday, 11/4 - see details below.
Community Garage Sale
Mark your calendars for Saturday November 4, 9am-12pm
REGISTRATION PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE CHOIRS OF LD BELL HIGH SCHOOL
All yard sale participants will keep any proceeds made at the event. Participants are expected to bring all set- up needs (including, but not limited to: tables, chairs, hanging racks, boxes, bags, cash change, etc.) The Choirs of LD Bell High School will not supply tables or chairs. Participants are also expected to remove all items from their spaces at the end of the sale and be off the property by 1:00 pm. All merchants are expected to be prepared and set up by 9:00am when the sale opens to the public. The registration fee is considered a non-refundable donation to the Choirs of LD Bell High School Booster Club. THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE
EVENT. The Choirs of LD Bell High School is not the sales agent and is not responsible for products sold. All sales are between merchants and consumers.
Sign up HERE
Mark your calendars for Saturday November 4, 9am-12pm
REGISTRATION PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE CHOIRS OF LD BELL HIGH SCHOOL
All yard sale participants will keep any proceeds made at the event. Participants are expected to bring all set- up needs (including, but not limited to: tables, chairs, hanging racks, boxes, bags, cash change, etc.) The Choirs of LD Bell High School will not supply tables or chairs. Participants are also expected to remove all items from their spaces at the end of the sale and be off the property by 1:00 pm. All merchants are expected to be prepared and set up by 9:00am when the sale opens to the public. The registration fee is considered a non-refundable donation to the Choirs of LD Bell High School Booster Club. THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE
EVENT. The Choirs of LD Bell High School is not the sales agent and is not responsible for products sold. All sales are between merchants and consumers.
Sign up HERE
THIS COMING WEEK
- UNIFORM TURN-IN for those not in 2nd TRI - TODAY, 10/27
- REGION WEEKEND ITEMS DUE - TODAY, 10/27 (Transportation plan/lunch order in a google form, $30 fee)
- JV CHOIR FINAL EXAM - Monday, 10/30
- Finals - October 30 - 31
- NO Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 10/31, 8:15am
- No School - Nov 1, Professional Development
- TRI 2 Begins - Thursday, 11/2
- A Cappella Performs at Football Game - Thursday, 11/2, 6:30 pm call
REGION WEEKEND NEWS
WOW!! After Saturday’s All-State Auditions, we can now add our congratulations to these students for earning a spot in the TMEA Region 31 Choirs:
REGION MIXED CHOIR
DISTRICT TREBLE CHOIR
9/10 HONOR CHOIR
Be sure you are learning your supplemental music! There are some tracks available in your online folder. (23-24 Choir Folders —> Region Weekend Supplemental Pieces)
REGION WEEKEND is November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS). Fee: $30 per participant for the entire weekend. This fee covers music, clinicians, instrumentalists, lunch on Friday, and lunch on Saturday. Your transportation plan, lunch order, and $30 fee is all due on Friday, 10/27.
REGION CLINICIANS:
SCHEDULE:
Friday 11/10, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
11:45 am Take a bus to eat Lunch at CiCi's with HEBISD Choirs
1:30 pm Continue to Birdville HS for Region Weekend Rehearsals
2-4pm Rehearsals
LOCATION: Birdville HS, 9200 Mid Cities Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
***Please Note - there is NO BUS HOME. Please plan ahead to be picked up at 4pm from Birdville HS.
Saturday 11/11, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
7am Meet @ Bell HS Choir Room
7:15 am Take a bus to Carroll Sr. High FAC for Region Clinics, lunch provided
8am - 4pm Clinics!
4:00 pm Concert 1 (Treble/Honor Choirs)
5:45 pm Concert 2 (Region Choir)
LOCATION: Carroll Sr. High FAC, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
***Please Note - there is NO BUS HOME. Please plan ahead to be picked up after your concert from Carroll Senior HS Fine Arts Center. (No later than 6:45 pm.)
WOW!! After Saturday’s All-State Auditions, we can now add our congratulations to these students for earning a spot in the TMEA Region 31 Choirs:
REGION MIXED CHOIR
- Gabriel Olguin
- Mayson Clarke
- Elijah Applon
- Peter Priddy
- Kendall Pearce
- Joshua Binkley
- Maeve McCall
- Vivian Lasoi
- Hamza Qaddura
- Maggie Neill
- Riley Corbin
- Jorge Crespo
- Kiana Gonzalez
- Elisha Wenth
- Landon Dunlap
- Juliet Perez
- Leo Tran
DISTRICT TREBLE CHOIR
- Graciela Herrador
- Alexa Jones
- Alani Rojas
- Vaniecia Whitaker
- Ali Landreth
- Raegan Burens
- Sofie Barron
- Alden Stovall
- Anusha Mohammed
- Zeinab Oumar
- Emmy Irvin
9/10 HONOR CHOIR
- Samir Oumar
- Alyssa Castro
- David Kombo
- Chloe Lee
- Vania Lugo
- Divine Masoka
- Sergio Rincon
- Natalie Stout
- Princeton Thomas
- Gwen Valentino
Be sure you are learning your supplemental music! There are some tracks available in your online folder. (23-24 Choir Folders —> Region Weekend Supplemental Pieces)
REGION WEEKEND is November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS). Fee: $30 per participant for the entire weekend. This fee covers music, clinicians, instrumentalists, lunch on Friday, and lunch on Saturday. Your transportation plan, lunch order, and $30 fee is all due on Friday, 10/27.
REGION CLINICIANS:
- Region Mixed - Dr. Z. Randall Stroope
- District Treble - Dr. Josh Brown
- Honor Choir - Cynthia Douglas
SCHEDULE:
Friday 11/10, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
11:45 am Take a bus to eat Lunch at CiCi's with HEBISD Choirs
1:30 pm Continue to Birdville HS for Region Weekend Rehearsals
2-4pm Rehearsals
LOCATION: Birdville HS, 9200 Mid Cities Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
***Please Note - there is NO BUS HOME. Please plan ahead to be picked up at 4pm from Birdville HS.
Saturday 11/11, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
7am Meet @ Bell HS Choir Room
7:15 am Take a bus to Carroll Sr. High FAC for Region Clinics, lunch provided
8am - 4pm Clinics!
4:00 pm Concert 1 (Treble/Honor Choirs)
5:45 pm Concert 2 (Region Choir)
LOCATION: Carroll Sr. High FAC, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
***Please Note - there is NO BUS HOME. Please plan ahead to be picked up after your concert from Carroll Senior HS Fine Arts Center. (No later than 6:45 pm.)
Upcoming Dates ~ BOLD indicates all students
November 6 – All-State Bass Master Class (4-5:30)
November 7 – All-State Sop, Alto, Tenor Master Class (4-5:30)
November 9 – All-State Mock Auditions (4-6pm)
November 10-11 – All Region Clinic and Concert
November 14 – Pre-Area All-State Auditions @ Coppell HS
November 20-24 – Thanksgiving Break
November 28 – SOLO Auditions for the Winter Concert
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 7 – Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery Date
December 12 – Voice Recitals
December 21-January 8 – Christmas Break
January 6 – Area All-State Auditions @ UTA
November 6 – All-State Bass Master Class (4-5:30)
November 7 – All-State Sop, Alto, Tenor Master Class (4-5:30)
November 9 – All-State Mock Auditions (4-6pm)
November 10-11 – All Region Clinic and Concert
November 14 – Pre-Area All-State Auditions @ Coppell HS
November 20-24 – Thanksgiving Break
November 28 – SOLO Auditions for the Winter Concert
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 7 – Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery Date
December 12 – Voice Recitals
December 21-January 8 – Christmas Break
January 6 – Area All-State Auditions @ UTA
JV CHOIR Review Games
20 October 2023 ~ Newsletter
BELL SYSTEM NEWS
Bell System Sings National Anthem at Football game TODAY 7:30 pm, Call Time – 7pm
GOOD LUCK to the students auditioning for ALL STATE SATURDAY 10/21!
Reminder - Meet at BHS at 7:45am SHARP - Dress professionally, Bring your music, pencil, anything to mark your scores, and bottle of water. Remember – NO RETURN BUS from Colleyville Heritage High School! Please have alternate transportation communication in writing (EMAIL works well).
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR THE CHOIR TRIP!!!!!! DEADLINE THIS SUNDAY 10/22!
Are you signed up for our Choir Trip to Nashville and Memphis, TN? The link is in your email! Registration is only open until Sunday, 10/22, and closes at 5pm.
The deposit plus the cost of optional trip protection is required to confirm their spot on the roster. Remember it is a three-part sign-up.
1- Register online - The link is in your school email. CANNOT BE LATE!
Should you have questions, email [email protected] or call at 1-800-490-1820 ext 2
2 - Pay the non-refundable deposit online. CANNOT BE LATE!
3 - Return the BHS Choir contract (goldenrod yellow paper). We will still accept these next week
After everyone has completed the three-step registration process, we can apply any fundraising credits towards your trip.
Fundraisers that help pay for trip:
Community Garage Sale
Mark your calendars for Saturday November 4 form 9-12pm
REGISTRATION PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE CHOIRS OF LD BELL HIGH SCHOOL
All yard sale participants will keep any proceeds made at the event. Participants are expected to bring all set- up needs (including, but not limited to: tables, chairs, hanging racks, boxes, bags, cash change, etc.) The Choirs of LD Bell High School will not supply tables or chairs. Participants are also expected to remove all items from their spaces at the end of the sale and be off the property by 1:00 pm. All merchants are expected to be prepared and set up by 9:00am when the sale opens to the public. The registration fee is considered a non-refundable donation to the Choirs of LD Bell High School Booster Club. THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE
EVENT. The Choirs of LD Bell High School is not the sales agent and is not responsible for products sold. All sales are between merchants and consumers.
Sign up HERE
COMBINED MEN’S CHOIR TO TCU
Our Men’s Choirs had a special invitation to sing with the TCU Frog Corps this past Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023. They got to tour the campus, sit in on a Varsity Choir Rehearsal, have a Q&A with college students, work with Dr. Christopher Aspaas, and perform with the TCU Frog Corps. It was a fun day that ended with PIRATES. Click the link below to view the whole concert. (The Pirates arrive around 48 minutes in.)
You tube link to TCU concert
*PLEASE NOTE - Hanging Bags must be returned by Monday, 10/23.
REGION WEEKEND NEWS
Be sure you have this in your calendar: REGION WEEKEND is November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS). Fee: $30 per participant for the entire weekend.
REGION CLINICIANS:
SCHEDULE:
Friday 11/10, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Take a bus to eat Lunch at CiCi's with HEBISD Choirs
Continue to Birdville HS for Region Weekend Rehearsals
LOCATION: Birdville HS, 9200 Mid Cities Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Saturday 11/17, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
7am Meet @ Bell HS Choir Room
Take a bus to Carroll Sr. High for Region Clinics, lunch provided
Treble and Honor Choirs are invited to stay for the Region Choir concert or may leave quickly after the first concert.
4:00 pm Concert 1 (Treble/Honor Choirs)
5:45 pm Concert 2 (Region Choir)
LOCATION: Carroll Sr. High FAC, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
Congratulations to these sophomores for earning a spot in the TMEA Region 31 9/10 Honor Choir:
On Monday during class, Honor Choir members will receive your other two pieces to be performed during Region Weekend. It will be your responsibility to learn the supplemental music on your own and be ready to work with your clinician. All tracks are in your online choir folder!
TOMORROW, ALL-STATE ROUND TWO AUDITIONS
These auditions will determine who is moving on to round three as well as who will earn a spot in a region choir. Results will be announced in Canvas by 9pm.
FUNDRAISING NEWS
THIS COMING WEEK
Upcoming Dates ~ BOLD indicates all students
October 30 – JV Final Exam
November 2 – A Cappella Performs at Football Game
November 10-11 – All Region Clinic and Concert
November 16 – Pre-Area All State Auditions
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 7 – Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery Date
December 12 – Voice Recitals
January 19 – Bell System PREMIERE of 2024 Competition Set
February 2 & 3 – SHOWTIME! 2024
February 20 – Voice Recitals
February 26 – Solo and Ensemble Contest
March 26 – Pre UIL
April 3-5 – UIL Contest
April 5-9 – Spring Choir Trip to Nashville & Memphis, TN
April 30 – Spring Concert
May 9 – Bell System Auditions
May 10 – Choir Banquet
Bell System Sings National Anthem at Football game TODAY 7:30 pm, Call Time – 7pm
GOOD LUCK to the students auditioning for ALL STATE SATURDAY 10/21!
Reminder - Meet at BHS at 7:45am SHARP - Dress professionally, Bring your music, pencil, anything to mark your scores, and bottle of water. Remember – NO RETURN BUS from Colleyville Heritage High School! Please have alternate transportation communication in writing (EMAIL works well).
LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR THE CHOIR TRIP!!!!!! DEADLINE THIS SUNDAY 10/22!
Are you signed up for our Choir Trip to Nashville and Memphis, TN? The link is in your email! Registration is only open until Sunday, 10/22, and closes at 5pm.
The deposit plus the cost of optional trip protection is required to confirm their spot on the roster. Remember it is a three-part sign-up.
1- Register online - The link is in your school email. CANNOT BE LATE!
Should you have questions, email [email protected] or call at 1-800-490-1820 ext 2
2 - Pay the non-refundable deposit online. CANNOT BE LATE!
3 - Return the BHS Choir contract (goldenrod yellow paper). We will still accept these next week
After everyone has completed the three-step registration process, we can apply any fundraising credits towards your trip.
Fundraisers that help pay for trip:
- Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Sales
- Garage Sale - Saturday, 11/4 - more details below.
Community Garage Sale
Mark your calendars for Saturday November 4 form 9-12pm
REGISTRATION PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE CHOIRS OF LD BELL HIGH SCHOOL
All yard sale participants will keep any proceeds made at the event. Participants are expected to bring all set- up needs (including, but not limited to: tables, chairs, hanging racks, boxes, bags, cash change, etc.) The Choirs of LD Bell High School will not supply tables or chairs. Participants are also expected to remove all items from their spaces at the end of the sale and be off the property by 1:00 pm. All merchants are expected to be prepared and set up by 9:00am when the sale opens to the public. The registration fee is considered a non-refundable donation to the Choirs of LD Bell High School Booster Club. THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE
EVENT. The Choirs of LD Bell High School is not the sales agent and is not responsible for products sold. All sales are between merchants and consumers.
Sign up HERE
COMBINED MEN’S CHOIR TO TCU
Our Men’s Choirs had a special invitation to sing with the TCU Frog Corps this past Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023. They got to tour the campus, sit in on a Varsity Choir Rehearsal, have a Q&A with college students, work with Dr. Christopher Aspaas, and perform with the TCU Frog Corps. It was a fun day that ended with PIRATES. Click the link below to view the whole concert. (The Pirates arrive around 48 minutes in.)
You tube link to TCU concert
*PLEASE NOTE - Hanging Bags must be returned by Monday, 10/23.
REGION WEEKEND NEWS
Be sure you have this in your calendar: REGION WEEKEND is November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS). Fee: $30 per participant for the entire weekend.
REGION CLINICIANS:
- Region Mixed - Dr. Z. Randall Stroope
- District Treble - Dr. Josh Brown
- Honor Choir - Cynthia Douglas
SCHEDULE:
Friday 11/10, 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Take a bus to eat Lunch at CiCi's with HEBISD Choirs
Continue to Birdville HS for Region Weekend Rehearsals
LOCATION: Birdville HS, 9200 Mid Cities Blvd, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Saturday 11/17, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
7am Meet @ Bell HS Choir Room
Take a bus to Carroll Sr. High for Region Clinics, lunch provided
Treble and Honor Choirs are invited to stay for the Region Choir concert or may leave quickly after the first concert.
4:00 pm Concert 1 (Treble/Honor Choirs)
5:45 pm Concert 2 (Region Choir)
LOCATION: Carroll Sr. High FAC, 1501 W Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092
Congratulations to these sophomores for earning a spot in the TMEA Region 31 9/10 Honor Choir:
- Alyssa Castro
- David Kombo
- Chloe Lee
- Vania Lugo
- Divine Masoka
- Sergio Rincon
- Natalie Stout
- Princeton Thomas
- Gwen Valentino
On Monday during class, Honor Choir members will receive your other two pieces to be performed during Region Weekend. It will be your responsibility to learn the supplemental music on your own and be ready to work with your clinician. All tracks are in your online choir folder!
TOMORROW, ALL-STATE ROUND TWO AUDITIONS
These auditions will determine who is moving on to round three as well as who will earn a spot in a region choir. Results will be announced in Canvas by 9pm.
FUNDRAISING NEWS
- Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Orders have been turned in, so now it’s time to prepare for DELIVERY!
- Thursday, 12/7 - delivery date - you must be here to pick up all of your orders as soon as school is out. Remember, cookie dough arrives frozen and poinsettias are live plants, therefore, they must be delivered immediately. If you cannot pick up your orders, your parent/guardians may come to your place! If you ordered more than you can carry by yourself, please plan to bring helpers to get it to your vehicle. PRE-PLANNING is a must!
THIS COMING WEEK
- All-State ROUND 2 AUDITIONS - Saturday, 10/21, @ Colleyville Heritage HS - Meet at BHS at 7:45am - Bus to Colleyville Heritage HS. No return bus. Alternate arrangements need to be communicated by email from a parent.
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 10/24, 8:15am
- Finals October 30 - 31
Upcoming Dates ~ BOLD indicates all students
October 30 – JV Final Exam
November 2 – A Cappella Performs at Football Game
November 10-11 – All Region Clinic and Concert
November 16 – Pre-Area All State Auditions
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 7 – Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Delivery Date
December 12 – Voice Recitals
January 19 – Bell System PREMIERE of 2024 Competition Set
February 2 & 3 – SHOWTIME! 2024
February 20 – Voice Recitals
February 26 – Solo and Ensemble Contest
March 26 – Pre UIL
April 3-5 – UIL Contest
April 5-9 – Spring Choir Trip to Nashville & Memphis, TN
April 30 – Spring Concert
May 9 – Bell System Auditions
May 10 – Choir Banquet
TCU Pics
13 October 2023 ~ Newsletter
Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Order Forms and all $$ DUE MONDAY, 10/16!
This Newsletter is jam-packed with info. You know you've reached the end when you see Binks' stick the landing!
This Newsletter is jam-packed with info. You know you've reached the end when you see Binks' stick the landing!
TRIP TRIP TRIP TRIP TRIP TRIP NEWS!!!!!!
Are you signed up for our Choir Trip to Nashville and Memphis, TN? The link is in your email! Registration is only open until Sunday, 10/22, and closes at 5pm.
The deposit plus the cost of optional trip protection is required to confirm their spot on the roster. After everyone has completed the registration process, we can apply any fundraising credits towards your trip.
Fundraisers that help pay for trip:
9/10 HONOR CHOIR NEWS
AUDITION - Monday, 10/16, 4-8pm @ Hurst JH
DETAILS - We will MEET in the choir room immediately after school and take a bus to Hurst JH. There is NO BUS HOME! Please plan for a ride by 7:30pm or earlier. As soon as you finish your audition, you may check out at the "Check-Out Table," and then you may power on your phone to contact your ride. Some singers may be finished as early as 6:10pm.
PACK YOUR BAG -
Are you signed up for our Choir Trip to Nashville and Memphis, TN? The link is in your email! Registration is only open until Sunday, 10/22, and closes at 5pm.
The deposit plus the cost of optional trip protection is required to confirm their spot on the roster. After everyone has completed the registration process, we can apply any fundraising credits towards your trip.
Fundraisers that help pay for trip:
- Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Sales which ends on SUNDAY, 10/15 - everyone must turn in order forms and $$ on Monday, 10/16
- Garage Sale - Saturday, 11/4 - more details to come
9/10 HONOR CHOIR NEWS
AUDITION - Monday, 10/16, 4-8pm @ Hurst JH
DETAILS - We will MEET in the choir room immediately after school and take a bus to Hurst JH. There is NO BUS HOME! Please plan for a ride by 7:30pm or earlier. As soon as you finish your audition, you may check out at the "Check-Out Table," and then you may power on your phone to contact your ride. Some singers may be finished as early as 6:10pm.
PACK YOUR BAG -
- Bring or wear NICE CLOTHES for the audition. Absolutely no jeans or t-shirts.
- Bring your original music! You may audition with your marked copies, but you must have the originals with you when you check in.
- Bring water, snacks, and/or money for the concession stand. You will not be allowed to leave to get dinner, so be sure to bring something to tie you over.
- Bring something to do. You may not have electronics of any kind and you may be waiting a while for your turn to sing. This is a good time to make new friends, catch up on homework, play cards, read a good book, play board games... Just remember, absolutely NO PHONES can be powered on while you are checked in to the audition!
- REGION WEEKEND - November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS)
COMBINED MEN’S CHOIR TO TCU
Varsity Men’s special invitation to sing with the TCU Frog Corps! Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023
On Tuesday, October 17 the Varsity Men will travel to TCU to perform with the TCU men’s choir, Frog Corps. We would LOVE to have parents attend. The link to Frog Corps and Friends Concert information and tickets are below. It is $12 for adults, $5 for TCU students with ID, and free for children under 12. Parents can purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
https://calendar.tcu.edu/event/ensemble_concert_series_frog_corps_and_friends_8491
The schedule is as follows:
Thursday, October 12 - Hanging Bag check out
Friday, Oct 13, 2023- Bring PACKED bag with entire CLEAN choir uniform to BHS including black socks and shoes.
Tuesday, October 17
Wear choir T-shirts and nice blue jeans to school with good walking shoes (tennis shoes are best)
Attend 1st and 2nd period normally
All Men take A Lunch
3rd period - - meet in choir room
12:30pm load bus for TCU
1:15pm arrive at TCU
1:30 - 3:30 - college tour
3:00-3:30 pm - Jasper HS sound check
3:30-4:30 pm - Chorale rehearsal in VCCH
4:30 Q&A about singing college(?)
4:50- 5:20 pm - L.D. Bell HS sound check
5:30 pm - Pizza/Change
6:15 pm - Combined rehearsal for “O Love”
6:30 pm- Frog Corps sound check
7:00 pm - Concert - see above for ticket information
8:15pm - load buses to return to BHS
If any student is not going to ride the bus back to BHS please get that information to us in writing by Monday, October 16 at noon.
We will need some chaperones. If you are able and willing to help chaperone, please click this link to sign up. https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5793894
Varsity Men’s special invitation to sing with the TCU Frog Corps! Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023
On Tuesday, October 17 the Varsity Men will travel to TCU to perform with the TCU men’s choir, Frog Corps. We would LOVE to have parents attend. The link to Frog Corps and Friends Concert information and tickets are below. It is $12 for adults, $5 for TCU students with ID, and free for children under 12. Parents can purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
https://calendar.tcu.edu/event/ensemble_concert_series_frog_corps_and_friends_8491
The schedule is as follows:
Thursday, October 12 - Hanging Bag check out
Friday, Oct 13, 2023- Bring PACKED bag with entire CLEAN choir uniform to BHS including black socks and shoes.
Tuesday, October 17
Wear choir T-shirts and nice blue jeans to school with good walking shoes (tennis shoes are best)
Attend 1st and 2nd period normally
All Men take A Lunch
3rd period - - meet in choir room
12:30pm load bus for TCU
1:15pm arrive at TCU
1:30 - 3:30 - college tour
3:00-3:30 pm - Jasper HS sound check
3:30-4:30 pm - Chorale rehearsal in VCCH
4:30 Q&A about singing college(?)
4:50- 5:20 pm - L.D. Bell HS sound check
5:30 pm - Pizza/Change
6:15 pm - Combined rehearsal for “O Love”
6:30 pm- Frog Corps sound check
7:00 pm - Concert - see above for ticket information
8:15pm - load buses to return to BHS
If any student is not going to ride the bus back to BHS please get that information to us in writing by Monday, October 16 at noon.
We will need some chaperones. If you are able and willing to help chaperone, please click this link to sign up. https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5793894
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CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
Upcoming Dates ~ BOLD indicates all students
October 4-16 – Poinsettia and Cookie Dough Sale
October 16 – 9/10 Honor Choir and Region Round of All-State Auditions
October 30 – JV Final Exam
November 2 – A Cappella Performs at Football Game
November 10-11 – All Region Clinic and Concert
November 16 – Pre-Area All State Auditions
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 12 – Voice Recitals
January 19 – Bell System PREMIERE of 2024 Competition Set
February 2 & 3 – SHOWTIME! 2024
February 20 – Voice Recitals
February 26 – Solo and Ensemble Contest
March 26 – Pre UIL
April 3-5 – UIL Contest
April 5-9 – Spring Choir Trip to Nashville & Memphis, TN
April 30 – Spring Concert
May 9 – Bell System Auditions
May 10 – Choir Banquet
- Woo - 433
- Hagenberg - 335
- Mendelssohn - 341
- Barrett - 386
Upcoming Dates ~ BOLD indicates all students
October 4-16 – Poinsettia and Cookie Dough Sale
October 16 – 9/10 Honor Choir and Region Round of All-State Auditions
October 30 – JV Final Exam
November 2 – A Cappella Performs at Football Game
November 10-11 – All Region Clinic and Concert
November 16 – Pre-Area All State Auditions
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 12 – Voice Recitals
January 19 – Bell System PREMIERE of 2024 Competition Set
February 2 & 3 – SHOWTIME! 2024
February 20 – Voice Recitals
February 26 – Solo and Ensemble Contest
March 26 – Pre UIL
April 3-5 – UIL Contest
April 5-9 – Spring Choir Trip to Nashville & Memphis, TN
April 30 – Spring Concert
May 9 – Bell System Auditions
May 10 – Choir Banquet
6 October 2023 ~ Newsletter
A Cappella UTA Clinic - Tuesday, 10/10
A Cappella has been invited to a special event at the University of Texas at Arlington. Dr. Garcia-Novelli who is the Director of Choral Activities at University of Kansas is the special guest clinician. You can read more about him HERE
https://music.ku.edu/people/eduardo-garcia-novelli
We would like to have a few parent chaperones. If you can join us please let us know here
https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5734260
Here is the schedule for the day.
Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023
8:45am - A Cappella meets in the Mirror room - wearing Choir T-shirt and nice blue jeans
9:00am - Load buses for UTA
9:45 Check in and seating in Irons Recital Hall
10:00-10:40 Martin High School clinic on stage
10:40-11:20 L.D. Bell High School clinic on stage
11:20 Break
11:30-12:00 UTA Choir concert
12:00 Early group dismissed
12:15 - Eat at Northeast Mall - Bring $ for lunch
1:15pm - Return to BHS - attend 4th period as normal.
9/10 HONOR CHOIR NEWS
Rehearsal & Audition Schedule:
FUNDRAISING NEWS
THIS COMING WEEK
Upcoming Dates ~ BOLD indicates all students
October 6 – BHS Choir Pyramid Concert
October 4-16 - Poinsettia and Cookie Dough Sale
October 16 – 9/10 Honor Choir and Region Round of All-State Auditions
October 30 – JV Final Exam
November 2 – A Cappella Performs at Football Game
November 10-11 - All Region Clinic and Concert
November 16 - Pre-Area All State Auditions
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 12 – Voice Recitals
January 19 – Bell System PREMIERE of 2024 Competition Set
February 2 & 3 – SHOWTIME! 2024
February 20 – Voice Recitals
February 26 – Solo and Ensemble Contest
March 26 – Pre UIL
April 3-5 - UIL Contest
April 5-9 – Spring Choir Trip to Nashville & Memphis, TN
April 30 – Spring Concert
May 9 – Bell System Auditions
May 10 - Choir Banquet
A Cappella has been invited to a special event at the University of Texas at Arlington. Dr. Garcia-Novelli who is the Director of Choral Activities at University of Kansas is the special guest clinician. You can read more about him HERE
https://music.ku.edu/people/eduardo-garcia-novelli
We would like to have a few parent chaperones. If you can join us please let us know here
https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5734260
Here is the schedule for the day.
Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023
8:45am - A Cappella meets in the Mirror room - wearing Choir T-shirt and nice blue jeans
9:00am - Load buses for UTA
9:45 Check in and seating in Irons Recital Hall
10:00-10:40 Martin High School clinic on stage
10:40-11:20 L.D. Bell High School clinic on stage
11:20 Break
11:30-12:00 UTA Choir concert
12:00 Early group dismissed
12:15 - Eat at Northeast Mall - Bring $ for lunch
1:15pm - Return to BHS - attend 4th period as normal.
9/10 HONOR CHOIR NEWS
Rehearsal & Audition Schedule:
- Tuesday, 10/10, 4-5pm, Final Rehearsal in the Mirror Room
- MANDATORY - Thursday, 10/12, 4-6pm CUTS PARTY - bring a dessert to share!
- AUDITION - Monday, 10/16, 4-8pm @ Hurst JH
- REGION WEEKEND - November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS)
FUNDRAISING NEWS
- Cookie Dough/Poinsettia Sales began this week.
- Monday, 10/16 - turn in orders and money
- Thursday, 12/7 - delivery date - you must be here to pick up your orders and deliver them
THIS COMING WEEK
- October 4-16 - Poinsettia and Cookie Dough Sales
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 10/10, 8:15am
- All-State Rehearsal - Tuesday 10/10, 4-5pm in the choir room
- 9/10 Rehearsal - Tuesday 10/10, 4-5pm in the mirror room
- SRF Test #4 Opens - Wed 10/11, 6am, DUE Thur 10/12 by 11:30pm
- All-State Master Class - Thursday 10/12, 4-5:30pm
- 9/10 CUTS PARTY - Thursday 10/20, 4-6pm
Upcoming Dates ~ BOLD indicates all students
October 6 – BHS Choir Pyramid Concert
October 4-16 - Poinsettia and Cookie Dough Sale
October 16 – 9/10 Honor Choir and Region Round of All-State Auditions
October 30 – JV Final Exam
November 2 – A Cappella Performs at Football Game
November 10-11 - All Region Clinic and Concert
November 16 - Pre-Area All State Auditions
November 29 – A Cappella performs at Orchestra Concert
December 5 – Winter Concert
December 12 – Voice Recitals
January 19 – Bell System PREMIERE of 2024 Competition Set
February 2 & 3 – SHOWTIME! 2024
February 20 – Voice Recitals
February 26 – Solo and Ensemble Contest
March 26 – Pre UIL
April 3-5 - UIL Contest
April 5-9 – Spring Choir Trip to Nashville & Memphis, TN
April 30 – Spring Concert
May 9 – Bell System Auditions
May 10 - Choir Banquet
29 September 2023 ~ Newsletter
DOUBLE HOUSE POINTS!!!
Come join the fun as we set the stage (literally) for our Fall Concert on Monday morning. We need lots of help getting everything ready. Everyone can earn house points for helping us set up before school. Earn DOUBLE house points if you can be here by 8am. We will be moving things from the choir room to the stage – find us and be sure to scan the code for your points!
THIS COMING WEEK
A Cappella UTA Clinic
A Cappella has been invited to a special event at the University of Texas at Arlington. Dr. Garcia-Novelli who is the Director of Choral Activities at University of Kansas is the special guest clinician. You can read more about him HERE
https://music.ku.edu/people/eduardo-garcia-novelli
We would like to have a few parent chaperones. If you can join us please let us know here
https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5734260
Here is the schedule for the day.
Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023
8:45am - A Cappella meets in the Mirror room - wearing Choir T-shirt and nice blue jeans
9:00am - Load buses for UTA
9:45 Check in and seating in Irons Recital Hall
10:00-10:40 Martin High School clinic on stage
10:40-11:20 L.D. Bell High School clinic on stage
11:20 Break
11:30-12:00 UTA Choir concert
12:00 Early group dismissed
12:15 - Eat at Northeast Mall - Bring $ for lunch
1:15pm - Return to BHS - attend 4th period as normal.
Stay tuned for more information about Varsity Men’s special invitation to sing with the TCU Frog Corps! Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023
SENIORS!
TMEA Scholarships Available
TMEA awards scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate music degrees at Texas institutions (including student teachers). Online applications close November 1 at 4:30 pm CT.
View available scholarships and share with your students
9/10 HONOR CHOIR NEWS
We are beginning rehearsals for the TMEA 9/10 Honor Choir Auditions this week! The JV students already know the first audition piece, Dance for Love. Students can get help learning the second piece, Exultate Justi, by coming to the optional rehearsals after school. The first rehearsal will be this Tuesday from 4-5pm. You can also rehearse on your own using the recordings in your online choir folder → “Honor Choir 23/24”.
9/10 Honor Choir Rehearsal & Audition Schedule:
CHOIR SPRING TRIP NEWS - look for more information coming soon!
LAST DAY FOR CHOIR SWAG!
Sales end today, Friday, September 29, 2023.
https://pateamstores.com/collections/ld-bell-choir
CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
Come join the fun as we set the stage (literally) for our Fall Concert on Monday morning. We need lots of help getting everything ready. Everyone can earn house points for helping us set up before school. Earn DOUBLE house points if you can be here by 8am. We will be moving things from the choir room to the stage – find us and be sure to scan the code for your points!
THIS COMING WEEK
- TODAY - CHOIR SWAG on sale - LAST DAY! Today, Friday 9/29
- MONDAY 8am - Come help set the stage for our Fall Concert, Monday 10/2
- All Choirs Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm (Dressed, Checked in, In assigned seats in the auditorium, Tardies begin at 4:20)
- Refer to the Choir Handbook for all information regarding your Uniform. But here are some key points to remember:
- NO jewelry on wrists, face, or necks. Tiny earrings and tiny finger rings are acceptable. Absolutely no dangling earrings, gauges, hoops, or anything flashy that draws attention and take away from the uniform look.
- Women’s dress shoes should have a closed toe with a secure heel. Absolutely NO flip-flops, tennis shoes, boots, or backless slides. Dressy, solid black flats, heels, pumps, etc. are all acceptable as long as they meet the guidelines. Women’s shoes are to be worn with sheer black stockings - these can be pantyhose or knee highs.
- Men must wear black socks and solid black dress shoes (no tennis shoes).
- Men - hair should be styled and/or secured out of your face
- Women - hair needs to be secured out of your face in a low bun.
- After the concert, everyone is expected to dry clean your uniform and store it neatly in your own closet, ready for the next performance
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 10/3, 8:15am
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Bell System Final Payment Due - Wednesday, October 4
- Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Fundraiser Kickoff! - Wednesday, October 4
- All-State Rehearsal - Thursday 10/5, 4-5pm in the choir room
- 9/10 Honor Choir Rehearsal - Thursday 10/5, 4-5pm in the mirror room
- Student-Led All-State Rehearsal - Friday 9/22, 8:10-8:40 in the mirror room
- Pyramid Concert for A Cappella Choir Only - Friday, October 6, *NEW CALL TIME* 5:00pm
A Cappella UTA Clinic
A Cappella has been invited to a special event at the University of Texas at Arlington. Dr. Garcia-Novelli who is the Director of Choral Activities at University of Kansas is the special guest clinician. You can read more about him HERE
https://music.ku.edu/people/eduardo-garcia-novelli
We would like to have a few parent chaperones. If you can join us please let us know here
https://www.charmsoffice.com/charms/volunteerR.asp?s=LDBellHSC&v=5734260
Here is the schedule for the day.
Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023
8:45am - A Cappella meets in the Mirror room - wearing Choir T-shirt and nice blue jeans
9:00am - Load buses for UTA
9:45 Check in and seating in Irons Recital Hall
10:00-10:40 Martin High School clinic on stage
10:40-11:20 L.D. Bell High School clinic on stage
11:20 Break
11:30-12:00 UTA Choir concert
12:00 Early group dismissed
12:15 - Eat at Northeast Mall - Bring $ for lunch
1:15pm - Return to BHS - attend 4th period as normal.
Stay tuned for more information about Varsity Men’s special invitation to sing with the TCU Frog Corps! Tuesday, Oct 17, 2023
SENIORS!
TMEA Scholarships Available
TMEA awards scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate music degrees at Texas institutions (including student teachers). Online applications close November 1 at 4:30 pm CT.
View available scholarships and share with your students
9/10 HONOR CHOIR NEWS
We are beginning rehearsals for the TMEA 9/10 Honor Choir Auditions this week! The JV students already know the first audition piece, Dance for Love. Students can get help learning the second piece, Exultate Justi, by coming to the optional rehearsals after school. The first rehearsal will be this Tuesday from 4-5pm. You can also rehearse on your own using the recordings in your online choir folder → “Honor Choir 23/24”.
9/10 Honor Choir Rehearsal & Audition Schedule:
- Thursday, 10/5, 4-5pm in the Mirror Room
- Tuesday, 10/10, 4-5pm in the Mirror Room
- Thursday, 10/12, Cuts Released!
- MANDATORY Thursday, 10/12, 4-6pm CUTS PARTY - bring a dessert to share!
- Monday, 10/16, 4-8pm, 9/10 HONOR CHOIR AUDITION @ Hurst JH
- For those who make the choir, REGION WEEKEND is MANDATORY November 10-11 (Friday @ Birdville HS, Saturday @ Carroll HS)
CHOIR SPRING TRIP NEWS - look for more information coming soon!
LAST DAY FOR CHOIR SWAG!
Sales end today, Friday, September 29, 2023.
https://pateamstores.com/collections/ld-bell-choir
CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
- Woo - 356
- Hagenberg - 258
- Mendelssohn - 267
- Barrett - 311
22 September 2023 ~ Newsletter
PLEASE HELP!!!
Don’t forget to come to the choir room after the Pep Rally today to help set up for All-State.
Don’t forget to come to the choir room after the Pep Rally today to help set up for All-State.
A CAPPELLA NEWS:
Sing the SSB at the Homecoming Football Game TONIGHT! A Cappella will meet at 7:00pm on the West side of Pennington (where we met last time) to sing the National Anthem at the beginning of the game! Remember to DRESS YOUR BEST!
ALL CHOIRS:
All choirs CLINICS during class - Monday, September 25, Wear your choir shirt to school!
JV CHOIR NEWS:
JV After-School Rehearsal - Monday, September 25, 4-5pm (Men dismissed at 4:35)
Sing the SSB at the Homecoming Football Game TONIGHT! A Cappella will meet at 7:00pm on the West side of Pennington (where we met last time) to sing the National Anthem at the beginning of the game! Remember to DRESS YOUR BEST!
ALL CHOIRS:
All choirs CLINICS during class - Monday, September 25, Wear your choir shirt to school!
JV CHOIR NEWS:
JV After-School Rehearsal - Monday, September 25, 4-5pm (Men dismissed at 4:35)
ALL-STATE NEWS
It’s finally here! District Round Auditions are TOMORROW! Many of you are signed up to help us TODAY right after the Pep Rally. Meet in the Choir Room to help us set up A, B, C Halls, and the Cafeteria. Earn house points and if we have enough help, we’ll be out of here in 30 minutes. THANKS to all of our wonderful Friday helpers!!
If you are signed up to help on Saturday, please come dressed in your choir T-shirt and jeans and find Mrs. Lindberg for your house points and for your job. We can not put this on without your help, so thank you SO MUCH for volunteering.
Here are the details:
Friday Night – GET a GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP!! Drink LOTS of water!! NO YELLING!!!
Saturday Morning - EAT BREAKFAST!!
What to Wear? - How you dress does affect how you perform. This is a blind audition; however, your appearance will affect your singing. LD Bell High School has a long standing tradition of dressing up to audition. Please dress comfortably but professionally.
What to bring? – Bring ORIGINAL copies of all of your music. You will also want a bottle of water. There will be a concession stand available. You might want a little money. DO NOT BRING MP3 players, gaming devices, Cell Phones (see note), or electronic devices of ANY KIND!!
TRANSPORTATION:
The contest is at BHS. Students may be dropped off at the front circle or if driving may park in the student parking lot behind the school. Students may check out and leave after their audition.
Altos and Basses:
Meet in the Orchestra room at 6:45AM (YES!!) We will spend some time warming up slowly together. Before heading downstairs to the cafeteria by 7:15am
Sopranos and Tenors:
Meet in the Orchestra room at 11:30AM. We will spend some time warming up slowly together. Before heading downstairs to the cafeteria by 11:55am.
Results will be posted on Canvas by 9:00pm on Saturday Night.
It’s finally here! District Round Auditions are TOMORROW! Many of you are signed up to help us TODAY right after the Pep Rally. Meet in the Choir Room to help us set up A, B, C Halls, and the Cafeteria. Earn house points and if we have enough help, we’ll be out of here in 30 minutes. THANKS to all of our wonderful Friday helpers!!
If you are signed up to help on Saturday, please come dressed in your choir T-shirt and jeans and find Mrs. Lindberg for your house points and for your job. We can not put this on without your help, so thank you SO MUCH for volunteering.
Here are the details:
Friday Night – GET a GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP!! Drink LOTS of water!! NO YELLING!!!
Saturday Morning - EAT BREAKFAST!!
What to Wear? - How you dress does affect how you perform. This is a blind audition; however, your appearance will affect your singing. LD Bell High School has a long standing tradition of dressing up to audition. Please dress comfortably but professionally.
What to bring? – Bring ORIGINAL copies of all of your music. You will also want a bottle of water. There will be a concession stand available. You might want a little money. DO NOT BRING MP3 players, gaming devices, Cell Phones (see note), or electronic devices of ANY KIND!!
TRANSPORTATION:
The contest is at BHS. Students may be dropped off at the front circle or if driving may park in the student parking lot behind the school. Students may check out and leave after their audition.
Altos and Basses:
Meet in the Orchestra room at 6:45AM (YES!!) We will spend some time warming up slowly together. Before heading downstairs to the cafeteria by 7:15am
Sopranos and Tenors:
Meet in the Orchestra room at 11:30AM. We will spend some time warming up slowly together. Before heading downstairs to the cafeteria by 11:55am.
Results will be posted on Canvas by 9:00pm on Saturday Night.
THIS COMING WEEK
Upcoming Events
- TODAY - Come help set up for All-State right after the Pep Rally
- TOMORROW - Come help work the All-State Contest (Wear your choir shirt)
- CHOIR SWAG on sale - Last Week! Now thru Friday 9/29
- All choirs CLINICS during class - Monday, September 25, Wear your choir shirt to school!
- JV After-School Rehearsal - Monday, September 25, 4-5pm (Men dismissed at 4:35)
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 9/26, 8:15am
- All-State Rehearsal - Tuesday 9/26, 4-5pm in the choir room
- 9/10 Honor Choir Rehearsal - Tuesday 9/26, 4-5pm in the mirror room
- All-State Rehearsal - Thursday 9/28, 4-5pm in the choir room
- 9/10 Honor Choir Rehearsal - Thursday 9/28, 4-5pm in the mirror room
- Student-Led All-State Rehearsal - Friday 9/22, 8:10-8:40 in the mirror room
Upcoming Events
- All Choir Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Bell System Final Payment Due - Wednesday, Oct 4, 2023
- Poinsettia/Cookie Dough Fundraiser Kickoff! - Wednesday, Oct 4, 2023
- Pyramid Concert for A Cappella Choir Only - Friday, October 6, 5:30pm
9/10 HONOR CHOIR NEWS
We are beginning rehearsals for the TMEA 9/10 Honor Choir Auditions this week! The JV students already know the first audition piece, Dance for Love. Students can get help learning the second piece, Exultate Justi, by coming to the optional rehearsals after school. The first rehearsal will be this Tuesday from 4-5pm. You can also rehearse on your own using the recordings in your online choir folder → “Honor Choir 23/24”.
9/10 Honor Choir Rehearsal & Audition Schedule:
We are beginning rehearsals for the TMEA 9/10 Honor Choir Auditions this week! The JV students already know the first audition piece, Dance for Love. Students can get help learning the second piece, Exultate Justi, by coming to the optional rehearsals after school. The first rehearsal will be this Tuesday from 4-5pm. You can also rehearse on your own using the recordings in your online choir folder → “Honor Choir 23/24”.
9/10 Honor Choir Rehearsal & Audition Schedule:
- Tuesday, 9/26, 4-5pm in the Mirror Room
- Thursday, 9/28, 4-5pm in the Mirror Room
- Thursday, 10/5, 4-5pm in the Mirror Room
- Tuesday, 10/10, 4-5pm in the Mirror Room
- Thursday, 10/12, Cuts Released!
- MANDATORY Thursday, 10/12, 4-6pm CUTS PARTY - bring a dessert to share!
- Monday, 10/16, 4-8pm, 9/10 HONOR CHOIR AUDITION @ Hurst JH
HAVE YOU ORDERED YOUR CHOIR SWAG, YET?
Hurry -- this is a limited promotion and sales end on Friday, September 29, 2023. Click HERE
Hurry -- this is a limited promotion and sales end on Friday, September 29, 2023. Click HERE
CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
- Woo - 229
- Hagenberg - 173
- Mendelssohn - 177
- Barrett - 195
CHOIR SPRING TRIP NEWS - look for more information coming soon!
Got Pics for the Newsletter?
BTW - they must be .jpg format for the website!
Upload choir student pics HERE
BTW - they must be .jpg format for the website!
Upload choir student pics HERE
All-State Prep:
15 September 2023 ~ Newsletter
WINNER WINNER ICE CREAM DINNER!
The House of WOO is the winner this Six Weeks.
If you are in the House of Woo, come to the choir room TODAY right after school for your Ice Cream Treat!
The House of WOO is the winner this Six Weeks.
If you are in the House of Woo, come to the choir room TODAY right after school for your Ice Cream Treat!
HOMECOMING NEWS
These events are optional, but lots of fun! We hope you’ll join in.
These events are optional, but lots of fun! We hope you’ll join in.
- Homecoming Hallway DECORATING - Saturday, September 16, 9am-12pm, Come earn House Points and help create our “ERAS Tour” theme.
- Homecoming Parade - Monday, September 18, 5-8pm
- Wear your choir t-shirt & ANY SCHOOL-APPROPRIATE BOTTOMS. Bring candy to pass out at the parade! Meet in the choir room at 4:55. Walk to parade together @ 5pm. Parade from 6-7ish. There will be a bus back to Bell at the end of the parade.
- Homecoming MONDAY - Sweaters, Flannels, & Club Shirts, or better yet, your CHOIR shirt so you are ready for the parade
- Homecoming TUESDAY - Pastels
- Homecoming WEDNESDAY - PJs
- Homecoming THURSDAY - 90’s or 00’s
- Homecoming FRIDAY - Dress Your Best
- Homecoming King/Queen VOTING RESULTS - Announced at the Homecoming Pep Rally on Friday, 9/22, 3pm
- A Cappella Induction - Friday, September 22 during class, Dress your best
- Required - A Cappella Sings at the Homecoming Football Game - Friday, 9/22, 7:30 game, 7:00 call time - All Members need to “dress your best” for the game.
- Homecoming Dance - Saturday, September 23, 7-10pm
THIS COMING WEEK
- Choir marches in the Homecoming Parade- Monday, 9/18, 5-7pm
- CHOIR SWAG on sale - Now thru Friday 9/29
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 9/19, 8:15am
- All-State Rehearsal - Tuesday 9/19, 4-5pm in the choir room
- TEAMS - Wednesday 9/20
- Mandatory ALL-STATE Cuts Party - Thursday, 9/21, 4-6pm, bring a dessert to share
- HELP WANTED Set-Up for All-State District Auditions - Friday 9/22, 4-5pm (meet in the choir room after school for instructions)
- ALL-STATE Round One - Saturday, September 23- we are hosting this District Round of the Competition! HELP NEEDED - sign up in the choir room! Wear your choir t-shirt and jeans to help during the contest. We need both STUDENT helpers and ADULT helpers! Adults, sign up below.
- Student-Led All-State Rehearsal - Friday 9/22, 8:10-8:40 in the mirror room
- BHS Hosts ALL-STATE Audition Round One - Saturday, September 23
ALL-STATE NEWS
Here is the week you’ve been waiting for – where all your hard work pays off! Take care of your voice this week. Get lots of rest, drink lots of water, and study your music at all times and even in your sleep ;) and of course, don’t miss these important dates:
Here is the week you’ve been waiting for – where all your hard work pays off! Take care of your voice this week. Get lots of rest, drink lots of water, and study your music at all times and even in your sleep ;) and of course, don’t miss these important dates:
- All-State Rehearsal - Tuesday 9/19, 4-5pm
- Mandatory Cuts Party - Thursday 9/21, 4-6pm (bring a dessert to share)
- District Audition @ BHS! - Saturday 9/23
- AM Basses and Altos – 6:45 AM call at BHS (that is NOT a typo)
- PM Tenors and Sopranos – 11:30 AM call at BHS
CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
There are lots of great opportunities this week. Be sure to scan the QR Code!
- Woo - 138
- Hagenberg - 102
- Mendelssohn - 110
- Barrett - 116
There are lots of great opportunities this week. Be sure to scan the QR Code!
- Bring in some donations by FRIDAY 9/15
- HELP US as we set up next Friday 9/22 after school
- HELP US as we tear down on Saturday 9/23 after auditions
- Be on time to your Choir Council meeting
- Attend the All-State Rehearsals
A Note From Our Volunteer Coordinator, M'lee Gonzales
Hi Choir Fam!
I know there are few volunteer opportunity emails that have graced your inbox lately, so just a quick reminder on volunteer and donation requests:
M’lee Gonzalez
Volunteer Coordinator
(817) 504-7708 cell
Hi Choir Fam!
I know there are few volunteer opportunity emails that have graced your inbox lately, so just a quick reminder on volunteer and donation requests:
- If you signed up to donate items for All State, please get those items to us by today (9/15). If you need to make specific arrangements on getting the donated items to the school, please contact me directly and I am happy to accommodate!
- We posted a few volunteer opps for the concession stand on Saturday, September 23rd and could truly use your help as a “snack specialist” (and yes…I feel like that is really a thing). For those that have already signed up, thank you so much. We couldn’t do this without you. CLICK HERE!
- We also have a need for a few parents to help run the contest. Can you work morning or in the afternoon? If not for round one - perhaps in October or November? Please fill out this Google Form - you even get to choose your job!
M’lee Gonzalez
Volunteer Coordinator
(817) 504-7708 cell
FUNDRAISING NEWS
Look how much money we raised! $16,031
CONGRATULATIONS to the following winners:
Watch for an email from fundraising chair Mrs. Priddy to reserve your seats.
Look how much money we raised! $16,031
CONGRATULATIONS to the following winners:
- The Top Three Donors win Reserved Seating at our Fall and Winter Concerts! (Fully transferable)
- 1st Place Winner: M'Lee Gonzalez
- SIX 2nd Place Winners:
- Amy Corbin
- Randy and Katy Wild
- Grandpa and Honey (Marilyn) Corbin
- MoMo (Mona) and Papa John Neill
- Vicki Caldwell
- Rebekah Wolff
Watch for an email from fundraising chair Mrs. Priddy to reserve your seats.
- The Top Three Students:
- Kiana Gonzalez - 3rd - Whataburger $15 Gift Card
- Princeton Thomas - 2nd - $50 toward their trip cost
- Riley Corbin - 1st - $100 toward their trip cost
- The Top Class is A CAPPELLA (who raised $185.80 per student) wins a Chick-Fil-A party!
Upcoming Events
- All choirs CLINICS during class - Monday, September 25, Wear your choir shirt to school!
- JV After-School Rehearsal - Monday, September 25, 4-5pm (Men dismissed at 4:35)
- All Choir Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Pyramid Concert for A Cappella Choir Only - Friday, October 6, 5:30pm
CHOIR SWAG IS FINALLY HERE:
Click here to see all the different options and start shopping! Hurry -- this is a limited promotion and sales end on Friday, September 29, 2023.
Click here to see all the different options and start shopping! Hurry -- this is a limited promotion and sales end on Friday, September 29, 2023.
Pep Rally ~ Can you spot our Choir Fam?
The Decibelles!
8 September 2023 ~ Newsletter
THIS COMING WEEK
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 9/12, 8:15am
- All-State Rehearsal - Tuesday 9/12, 4-5pm in the choir room
- Letter Jacket Fitting in Class - Wednesday, 9/13 - for eligible students only - see handbook for details
- Sight Reading Factory Test #2 opens Wednesday 9/13, due no later than 11:30pm on Thursday 9/14
- ALL-STATE Master Class - by invitation only, Thursday 9/14, 4-5:30
- All-State Rehearsal - Friday 9/15, 8:10-8:40 in the mirror room
- Decorate for Homecoming - Saturday, 9/16, 9am-noon
ALL-STATE NEWS
Students are working hard on this incredible music! Here is what’s coming next:
Students are working hard on this incredible music! Here is what’s coming next:
- Master Class for those who pass ALL Sing-Offs or have attended at least 5 after school rehearsals - Thursday 9/14, 4-5:30
- Mandatory Cuts Party - Thursday 9/21, 4-6pm (bring a dessert to share)
- District Audition @ BHS! - Saturday 9/23
- AM Basses and Altos – 6:45 AM call at BHS (that is NOT a typo)
- PM Tenors and Sopranos – 11:30 AM call at BHS
FUNDRAISING NEWS
Only 5 days left in our 99Pledges Fundraiser! Will we make our goal? Click HERE to see how it’s going!
There are PRIZES!!
Thrift for Good, the Never Ending Fundraiser
It’s a win-win-win!
Simply drive up to drop off your donations and choose the L.D. Bell Choir as your charity. Be sure to shop, too!
Donations are accepted Sunday-Wednesday, 10am-6pm
120 W Bedford-Euless Rd., Hurst, TX 76053
Click here to see their website.
Only 5 days left in our 99Pledges Fundraiser! Will we make our goal? Click HERE to see how it’s going!
There are PRIZES!!
- The Top Three Donors win Reserved Seating at our Fall and Winter Concerts! (Fully transferable)
- The Top Three Students win: 3rd - Whataburger $15 Gift Card; 2nd - $50 toward their trip cost; 1st - $100 toward their trip cost!
- The Top Class (most money raised per student) wins a Chick-Fil-A party!
Thrift for Good, the Never Ending Fundraiser
It’s a win-win-win!
Simply drive up to drop off your donations and choose the L.D. Bell Choir as your charity. Be sure to shop, too!
Donations are accepted Sunday-Wednesday, 10am-6pm
120 W Bedford-Euless Rd., Hurst, TX 76053
Click here to see their website.
HOMECOMING NEWS
These events are optional, but lots of fun! We hope you’ll join in.
These events are optional, but lots of fun! We hope you’ll join in.
- Homecoming King/Queen VOTING - Tuesday, September 12, during 2nd period. Support our choir nominees, Ali Landreth and Steven Alestock.
- Homecoming Hallway DECORATING - Saturday, September 16, 9am-12pm, Come earn House Points and help create our “ERAS Tour” theme.
- Homecoming Parade - Monday, September 18, 5-7pm
- Wear your choir t-shirt & jeans. Bring candy to pass out at the parade! Meet in the choir room at 4:55. Walk to parade together @ 5pm. Parade from 6-7ish.
A Note From Our Volunteer Coordinator, M'lee Gonzales
Hi Choir Family!
We have the honor of hosting round one of All State auditions again this year. We are asking YOU for your help in providing some items to be used in the goodie bags we give to your students as well as items needed to run the event. Please sign up at the link below. Please send your donations to the school no later than Friday, 9-15. Here's the LINK.
Thank you!
M'lee Gonzales
Volunteer Coordinator
Hi Choir Family!
We have the honor of hosting round one of All State auditions again this year. We are asking YOU for your help in providing some items to be used in the goodie bags we give to your students as well as items needed to run the event. Please sign up at the link below. Please send your donations to the school no later than Friday, 9-15. Here's the LINK.
Thank you!
M'lee Gonzales
Volunteer Coordinator
CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
- Woo - 79
- Hagenberg - 66
- Mendelssohn - 77
- Barrett - 75
Wanna earn points for your house?
There are lots of great opportunities this week. Be sure to scan the QR Code!
There are lots of great opportunities this week. Be sure to scan the QR Code!
- Bring in some donations by FRIDAY 9/15
- HELP US as we set up next Friday 9/22 after school
- HELP US as we tear down on Saturday 9/23 after auditions
- Be on time to your Choir Council meeting
- Attend the All-State Rehearsals
Upcoming Events
- Choir marches in the Homecoming Parade- Monday, 9/18, 5-7pm
- Mandatory ALL-STATE Cuts Party - Thursday, 9/21, 4-6pm, bring a dessert to share
- ALL-STATE Round One - Saturday, September 23
- JV After-School Rehearsal - Monday, September 25, 4-5pm (Men dismissed at 4:35)
- All Choir Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Pyramid Concert for A Cappella Choir Only - Friday, October 6, 5:30pm
- CHOIR SWAG on sale soon!
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Check out the Decibelles, singing the Star-Spangled Banner at tonight's game!
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Check out the Decibelles, singing the Star-Spangled Banner at tonight's game!
1 September 2023 ~ Newsletter
FUNDRAISING NEWS
Our 99Pledges Fundraiser is off to a great start! Click HERE to see how it’s going!
There are PRIZES!!
Our 99Pledges Fundraiser is off to a great start! Click HERE to see how it’s going!
There are PRIZES!!
- The Top Three Donors win Reserved Seating at our Fall and Winter Concerts! (Fully transferable)
- The Top Three Students win: 3rd - Whataburger $15 Gift Card; 2nd - $50 toward their trip cost; 1st - $100 toward their trip cost!
- The Top Class (most money raised per student) wins a Chick-Fil-A party!
ICE CREAM SOCIAL - Tuesday 9/5, Andy’s Custard, 4-8pm
Come join the fun and one dollar of your delicious treat goes to support the LD Bell Choir Program. Just show them the flyer or show this pic on your phone.
Come join the fun and one dollar of your delicious treat goes to support the LD Bell Choir Program. Just show them the flyer or show this pic on your phone.
We learned about LOTS of fundraising opportunities at the Parent Meeting. (If you missed that meeting, click HERE to view the presentation.)
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CURRENT HOUSE STANDINGS
- Woo - 49
- Hagenberg - 48
- Mendelssohn - 50
- Barrett - 49
THIS COMING WEEK
- Progress Reports - emailed to all parent/guardians today
- No School - Labor Day, Monday September 4
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 9/5, 8:15am
- ICE CREAM SOCIAL - Tuesday 9/5, Andy’s Frozen Custard, 4-8PM
- SSB Solo Auditions - Tuesday 9/5, 5pm, Choir Room
- All-State Rehearsals - Tuesday 9/5 and Thursday 9/7, 4-5pm in the choir room
- Bell System Payment #3 DUE - Wednesday 9/6
Upcoming Events
- Letter Jacket Fitting in Class - Wednesday, 9/13 - for eligible student only - see handbook for details
- Sight Reading Factory Test #2 opens Wednesday 9/13, due no later than 11:30pm on Thursday 9/14
- ALL-STATE Master Class - by invitation only, Thursday 9/14, 4-5:30
- Decorate for Homecoming - Saturday, 9/16, 9am-noon
- Homecoming Parade & Choir Social - Monday, 9/18, 4-8p
- ALL-STATE Round One - Saturday, September 23
- JV After-School Rehearsal - Monday, September 25, 4-5pm (Men dismissed at 4:35)
- All Choir Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Pyramid Concert for A Cappella Choir Only - Friday, October 6, 5:30pm
- CHOIR SWAG on sale soon!
HOUSES
PARTY PICS
Thank you all for making it a great night!
25 August 2023 ~ Newsletter
-->CHOIR EXTRAVAGANZA<--
TODAY, Friday 8/25, the sorting party begins at 4:15pm in the cafeteria. Come enjoy the games, the pizza, the friends. After the party, we will take a bus to Pennington to sing at our first home football game (bus leaves at 6:30 pm). Be sure you are in your choir shirt and jeans! Students may leave after we sing or stay for the game! We will be finished by 7:40pm. There is no bus home, so plan accordingly. This is a mandatory event for all choir students.
TODAY, Friday 8/25, the sorting party begins at 4:15pm in the cafeteria. Come enjoy the games, the pizza, the friends. After the party, we will take a bus to Pennington to sing at our first home football game (bus leaves at 6:30 pm). Be sure you are in your choir shirt and jeans! Students may leave after we sing or stay for the game! We will be finished by 7:40pm. There is no bus home, so plan accordingly. This is a mandatory event for all choir students.
ALL-STATE NEWS
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon! Don’t forget all Bell System members are required to participate, and members of A Capella are required to either participate in All-State OR perform a solo in Solo and Ensemble. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
After school rehearsals began last week and will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We get the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 23. Look for helper sign-ups in the CHARMS calendar coming soon!
We will also be asking for donations to make All-State Goodie-Bags. Again, look for the sign-up on the CHARMS calendar, coming soon!
It’s time for All-State SIGN-UPS. Monday (8/28) in class, all classes will fill out a required Google Form indicating your participation. For those not in Bell System, the $20 entry fee will be due on Wednesday, August 30.
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon! Don’t forget all Bell System members are required to participate, and members of A Capella are required to either participate in All-State OR perform a solo in Solo and Ensemble. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
After school rehearsals began last week and will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We get the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 23. Look for helper sign-ups in the CHARMS calendar coming soon!
We will also be asking for donations to make All-State Goodie-Bags. Again, look for the sign-up on the CHARMS calendar, coming soon!
It’s time for All-State SIGN-UPS. Monday (8/28) in class, all classes will fill out a required Google Form indicating your participation. For those not in Bell System, the $20 entry fee will be due on Wednesday, August 30.
Parent Meeting/Trip Reveal
If you missed the meeting, click here for the information.
Be Looking For trip registration information coming as soon as we get School Board Approval!
If you missed the meeting, click here for the information.
Be Looking For trip registration information coming as soon as we get School Board Approval!
Say "YES" to the Dress and Men’s Tux Fittings
Special thanks to our amazing Booster Club moms, Mrs. Binkley, Mrs. Gonzalez, and Mrs. Priddy, for helping with our Mens and Womens Uniform Fittings these past couple of days! We could not have done it without you!
If you haven't taken your uniform home yet, make plans to do that soon. Remember, your uniform lives in your closet, not the choir closet! (Boys, tuxes should be ready to go home next week.)
Special thanks to our amazing Booster Club moms, Mrs. Binkley, Mrs. Gonzalez, and Mrs. Priddy, for helping with our Mens and Womens Uniform Fittings these past couple of days! We could not have done it without you!
If you haven't taken your uniform home yet, make plans to do that soon. Remember, your uniform lives in your closet, not the choir closet! (Boys, tuxes should be ready to go home next week.)
THIS COMING WEEK
- CHOIR EXTRAVAGANZA - Friday 8/25, the sorting party begins at 4:15pm, we will provide a bus to Pennington to sing at our first home football game (7:30pm), you may leave after we sing or stay for the game!
- Last day for Yard Sign Sales - Friday 8/25 (order form in the choir room)
- All-State SIGN-UP - Monday 8/28
- OPEN HOUSE - Monday, August 28, 6:30-8:00pm
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 8/29, 8:15am
- All-State Rehearsals - Tuesday 8/29 and Thursday 8/31, 4-5pm in the choir room
- 99Pledges Fundraiser Kickoff - Wednesday 8/30
- JV Sight Reading Factory Test #1 opens Wednesday 8/30, due no later than 11:30pm on Thursday 8/31
- Progress Reports - Friday 9/1
Upcoming Events
- No School - Labor Day, Monday September 4
- Letter Jacket Fitting in Class - Wednesday, 9/13 - for eligible student only - see handbook for details
- ALL-STATE Round One - Saturday, September 23
- All Choir Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Pyramid Concert for A Cappella Choir Only - Friday, October 6, 5:30pm
- CHOIR SWAG on sale soon!
18 August 2023 ~ Newsletter
FEES AND FORMS DUE TODAY!
Today was the deadline for forms and fees. Thank you to everyone for getting these in on time. Here’s a giant shout-out to Mrs. Binkley and Mrs. Priddy for helping collect these from everyone - THANK YOU!!! If you were not able to get those in today, be sure we have your plan in writing. Send an email to both me and Mrs. A with the details.
Today was the deadline for forms and fees. Thank you to everyone for getting these in on time. Here’s a giant shout-out to Mrs. Binkley and Mrs. Priddy for helping collect these from everyone - THANK YOU!!! If you were not able to get those in today, be sure we have your plan in writing. Send an email to both me and Mrs. A with the details.
JV Classes Will Elect Choir Council Representatives on Monday
All JV Classes will choose two representatives to serve on the choir council on Monday during class. Council members are required to attend Council meetings every Tuesday at 8:15am and are responsible for planning socials and serving as leaders in the LD Bell Choir Family. If you are interested in running for office, think through your availability and what you will say for your “election speech” on Monday.
All JV Classes will choose two representatives to serve on the choir council on Monday during class. Council members are required to attend Council meetings every Tuesday at 8:15am and are responsible for planning socials and serving as leaders in the LD Bell Choir Family. If you are interested in running for office, think through your availability and what you will say for your “election speech” on Monday.
LIMITED EDITION YARD SIGNS ON SALE NOW
This year’s yard signs are on sale now until next Friday. Order forms are in the choir room. Payment is cash/check in class or thru Charms via PayPal.
This year’s yard signs are on sale now until next Friday. Order forms are in the choir room. Payment is cash/check in class or thru Charms via PayPal.
THIS COMING WEEK
- Choir Officer Meeting - Tuesday 8/22, 8:15am
- REQUIRED Trip Reveal & Parent Meeting - Tuesday, 8/22, 7pm in the BHS Auditorium
- Girls Uniform Fitting in class - Wednesday, 8/23
- Boys Uniform Fitting in class - Thursday 8/24
- All-State Rehearsal - Thursday, 8/24, 4-5pm in the choir room
- All-State Rehearsal - Friday, 8/25, 8:10-8:40 AM in the mirror room
- ALL CHOIR EXTRAVAGANZA & Sing at the first home football game! - Friday, August 25, 4-7:40pm (Note the corrected time for a 7:30 game!)
- Choir Yardsigns available NOW until next Friday, 8/25 (order form in the choir room)
TRIP REVEAL and Parent Meeting
Tuesday, Aug 22, 7pm, Auditorium
We can't wait to see you and your families for this important meeting! We will be singing for everyone - more details in class. All choirs are required to attend and wear their choir t-shirt.
Tuesday, Aug 22, 7pm, Auditorium
We can't wait to see you and your families for this important meeting! We will be singing for everyone - more details in class. All choirs are required to attend and wear their choir t-shirt.
VOLUNTEER NEWS
Hi Choir Fam!
I hope you are all as excited as I am about the upcoming year! We have so many fabulous events and activities that your kiddos will be involved in…which means YOU have an opportunity to get involved and be a part of the family as well!
You will start to see correspondence from me letting you know all the various ways you can volunteer, pitch in, and make donations that are needed.
Our first event is quickly approaching, and our ask is simple: WATER!!!
If you have the ability to bring a case (or two) of water to the school by Tuesday, we will HAPPILY unload it and do all the heavy lifting (literally).
Thank you in advance as we couldn’t do ANY of the things we do without your support and involvement!
-M’lee Gonzalez
Volunteer Coordinator
Hi Choir Fam!
I hope you are all as excited as I am about the upcoming year! We have so many fabulous events and activities that your kiddos will be involved in…which means YOU have an opportunity to get involved and be a part of the family as well!
You will start to see correspondence from me letting you know all the various ways you can volunteer, pitch in, and make donations that are needed.
Our first event is quickly approaching, and our ask is simple: WATER!!!
If you have the ability to bring a case (or two) of water to the school by Tuesday, we will HAPPILY unload it and do all the heavy lifting (literally).
Thank you in advance as we couldn’t do ANY of the things we do without your support and involvement!
-M’lee Gonzalez
Volunteer Coordinator
ALL-STATE NEWS
We had our first All-State Rehearsal yesterday afternoon and it was AWESOME! There’s still room for you to join! Jump on in.
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon! Don’t forget all Bell System members are required to participate, and members of A Capella are required to either participate in All-State OR perform a solo in Solo and Ensemble. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
After school rehearsals began yesterday and will continue to be Thursdays, 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room, and starting August 30th there will also be rehearsals Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. This year, we are also offering rehearsals on Friday morning, 8:10-8:40am in the mirror room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We get the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 23. Look for helper sign-ups in the CHARMS calendar coming soon!
We will also be asking for donations to make All-State Goodie-Bags. Again, look for the sign-up on the CHARMS calendar, coming soon!
We had our first All-State Rehearsal yesterday afternoon and it was AWESOME! There’s still room for you to join! Jump on in.
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon! Don’t forget all Bell System members are required to participate, and members of A Capella are required to either participate in All-State OR perform a solo in Solo and Ensemble. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
After school rehearsals began yesterday and will continue to be Thursdays, 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room, and starting August 30th there will also be rehearsals Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. This year, we are also offering rehearsals on Friday morning, 8:10-8:40am in the mirror room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We get the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 23. Look for helper sign-ups in the CHARMS calendar coming soon!
We will also be asking for donations to make All-State Goodie-Bags. Again, look for the sign-up on the CHARMS calendar, coming soon!
Important Upcoming Events
- OPEN HOUSE - Monday, August 28, 6:30-8pm
- All Choir Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Pyramid Concert for A Cappella Choir Only - Friday, October 6, 5:30pm
COMING SOON
- 99 Pledges Fundraiser starting soon
- CHOIR SWAG on sale soon!
- Choir Letterman Jacket fitting for all eligible students will be during class coming soon. *For letterman jacket eligibility rules, see the Choir Handbook
11 August 2023 ~ Newsletter
BACK-TO-SCHOOL EDITION!
Welcome to the 2023-2024 LD Bell Choir Program! We are Mrs. A and Mrs. Lindberg and we are so glad to be back singing with students old and new.
Welcome to the 2023-2024 LD Bell Choir Program! We are Mrs. A and Mrs. Lindberg and we are so glad to be back singing with students old and new.
TRIP REVEAL and Parent Meeting
Tuesday, Aug 22, 7pm, Auditorium
We can't wait to see you and your families for this important meeting. We will be singing for everyone - more details in class. All choirs are required to attend and wear their choir t-shirt.
Tuesday, Aug 22, 7pm, Auditorium
We can't wait to see you and your families for this important meeting. We will be singing for everyone - more details in class. All choirs are required to attend and wear their choir t-shirt.
CHARMS and Forms & Fees
-->BHS Choir Forms & Choir Fees are due Friday, Aug 18, 2023<--
Today we talked through how to access your CHARMS account. This is a great place to keep up with the calendar and financial information as well as access the Choir Forms. If you haven’t finished updating your personal information (including T-shirt size), please make sure you complete that project tonight! Then be sure to share your login information with your adults so they can stay up-to-date also. You can pay your fees through your Charms account using Paypal. Please note there is a 3.65% convenience fee to use this feature.
One of the forms is the Choir Handbook Agreement form to be signed by you AND your parent/guardian. Please use this weekend to read the handbook so that both you and your adults know all there is to know about the Choirs of LD Bell. You can find access to the Handbook on your Canvas home page.
-->BHS Choir Forms & Choir Fees are due Friday, Aug 18, 2023<--
Today we talked through how to access your CHARMS account. This is a great place to keep up with the calendar and financial information as well as access the Choir Forms. If you haven’t finished updating your personal information (including T-shirt size), please make sure you complete that project tonight! Then be sure to share your login information with your adults so they can stay up-to-date also. You can pay your fees through your Charms account using Paypal. Please note there is a 3.65% convenience fee to use this feature.
One of the forms is the Choir Handbook Agreement form to be signed by you AND your parent/guardian. Please use this weekend to read the handbook so that both you and your adults know all there is to know about the Choirs of LD Bell. You can find access to the Handbook on your Canvas home page.
COMING UP NEXT WEEK
- Choir Council Meeting - Tuesday, 8/15, 8:15am in the choir room
- First All-State Rehearsal - Thursday, 8/17, 4-5pm in the choir room
- FEES & FORMS DUE - Friday, 8/18 in class (all forms are found in CHARMS)
VOICE LESSONS @ BHS
We are privileged to be able to offer private voice lessons for all students in the Choirs of LD Bell. If you are interested in this pull-out program for individualized enrichment, please click here for more information. We are so happy to welcome back Kelly Wolff and Cora WInstead and a special welcome “back” to BHS Alum, Mira McKinney. Be sure to click the link to read more about all of our fantastic voice faculty.
We are privileged to be able to offer private voice lessons for all students in the Choirs of LD Bell. If you are interested in this pull-out program for individualized enrichment, please click here for more information. We are so happy to welcome back Kelly Wolff and Cora WInstead and a special welcome “back” to BHS Alum, Mira McKinney. Be sure to click the link to read more about all of our fantastic voice faculty.
ALL-STATE NEWS
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
After school rehearsals begin next Thursday, 8/17, 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We have the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 23. Look for helper sign-ups in the CHARMS calendar coming soon!
We will also be asking for donations to make All-State Goodie-Bags. Again, look for the sign-up on the CHARMS calendar, coming soon!
The TMEA All-State Choir Competition begins soon. All students are encouraged to take on this challenge!
After school rehearsals begin next Thursday, 8/17, 4:00-5:00pm in the choir room. These are optional rehearsals for anyone who wants extra help with this music. Come join the fun and dive into this fantastic music!!
We have the privilege of hosting All-State Round 1 on Saturday, September 23. Look for helper sign-ups in the CHARMS calendar coming soon!
We will also be asking for donations to make All-State Goodie-Bags. Again, look for the sign-up on the CHARMS calendar, coming soon!
Welcome to HEBSID and the BHS Cluster - Janell Lewis, Head Choir Director at Bedford Junior High
After teaching middle-school choir for two years, Mrs. Lewis recently earned her Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Vocal Performance at Texas Christian University with a full-ride scholarship. She earned her Bachelor of Music with a focus in choral education in 2017 and is eager to return to the classroom and enrich the future of young singers and musicians. Mrs. Lewis has experienced a vast career as a vocalist in choral music, opera, and much more . She was a finalist in the Partners for the Arts National Opera competition in Washington D.C. as well as a finalist in the Dallas Opera Biennial lonestar competition. Mrs. Lewis has been internationally recognized as a recipient of the Emerging Talent award from the annual Lotte Lenya competition. She has also been nationally recognized as a finalist in the National Society of Arts and Letters Musical Theatre competition. Her former students have accomplished similar feats such as earning full-ride music scholarships, winning national awards, as well as state-wide accomplishments in UIL and beyond. She is thrilled to be a part of this amazing community.
After teaching middle-school choir for two years, Mrs. Lewis recently earned her Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Vocal Performance at Texas Christian University with a full-ride scholarship. She earned her Bachelor of Music with a focus in choral education in 2017 and is eager to return to the classroom and enrich the future of young singers and musicians. Mrs. Lewis has experienced a vast career as a vocalist in choral music, opera, and much more . She was a finalist in the Partners for the Arts National Opera competition in Washington D.C. as well as a finalist in the Dallas Opera Biennial lonestar competition. Mrs. Lewis has been internationally recognized as a recipient of the Emerging Talent award from the annual Lotte Lenya competition. She has also been nationally recognized as a finalist in the National Society of Arts and Letters Musical Theatre competition. Her former students have accomplished similar feats such as earning full-ride music scholarships, winning national awards, as well as state-wide accomplishments in UIL and beyond. She is thrilled to be a part of this amazing community.
PUT THESE ON THE CALENDAR!
- Trip Reveal & Parent Meeting - Tuesday, 8/22, 7pm in the BHS Auditorium
- Girls Uniform Fitting in class - Wednesday, 8/23
- Boys Uniform Fitting in class - Thursday 8/24
- ALL CHOIR EXTRAVAGANZA & Sing at the first home football game! - Friday, August 25 - 4-7pm
- OPEN HOUSE - Monday, August 28, 6:30-8pm
- All Choir Dress Rehearsal - Monday, October 2, 4-7pm
- Fall Concert - Tuesday, October 3, 7pm (call time 6:15)
- Pyramid Concert - Friday, October 6, 5:30pm
COMING SOON
- 99 Pledges Fundraiser starting soon
- CHOIR SWAG on sale soon!
- Choir Yardsigns available soon
- Choir Letterman Jacket fitting for all eligible students will be during class coming soon. *For letterman jacket eligibility rules, see the Choir Handbook
PICS from the summer!
19 May 2023 ~ Newsletter
A Cappella 23/24 Audition NEWS:We have had a fantastic week listening to our JV one-on-one choir evaluations! Next year’s A Cappella Roster will be announced in CANVAS on Saturday, May 20, by 8:00am.
THIS COMING WEEK:
- Voice Studio Recital - Friday, May 19, 6:30pm, @ St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 504 W Bedford Euless Rd, Hurst, TX 76053
- 23/24 A Cappella Results Posted in Canvas - Saturday, May 20, 8am
- Alumni Recital - Wednesday, May 24 during class featuring, Nate Taylor, Michael Binkley, Jordan Reik, Logan Dazer, Mariah Esquivel, and Sebastian Cordero
ALL-STATE NEWS FROM “WOLFFSTEAD”:
We wanted to take this opportunity to invite you all to an All-State preparatory boot camp we are putting together in July. Last year, Connor Lidell and Ms. Winstead had an inaugural trial camp, and it was a success! This year, we're kicking it up a notch, and have consolidated our offerings so we can have a more productive and fun session. Best of all, Ms. Wolff and Ms. Miyake will be joining our team of instructors!
Here are all the details you need to know:
Unlike the 4-5 day university camps that try to pack as much into a few days as possible, our camp is designed to have you audition-ready for the 1st and 2nd Rounds before you even go back to school. We will be primarily focused on the music for District and Region (Rounds 1 and 2), while also touching on some of the music for Pre-Area (Round 3) if we get to it.
Our intensive is geared specifically for students doing All-State for the first or second time. As such, we are primarily focusing on incoming sophomores and juniors. All students, including incoming seniors, are welcome to use this camp either as an alternative or a supplement to a university camp.
We are affordable, local, and focused on YOU!
Dates: July 10 - 14
Times: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Saint Andrew Lutheran Church (504 W Bedford Euless Rd, Hurst, TX)
Total cost: $185
Registration and payment deadline: June 10
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
Please email [email protected] and/or [email protected] with questions you have. I would love to answer them.
Hope to see your registration soon by our DEADLINE of JUNE 10!
(But, hey, go ahead and sign up today!)
Ms. Winstead and Ms. Wolff
We wanted to take this opportunity to invite you all to an All-State preparatory boot camp we are putting together in July. Last year, Connor Lidell and Ms. Winstead had an inaugural trial camp, and it was a success! This year, we're kicking it up a notch, and have consolidated our offerings so we can have a more productive and fun session. Best of all, Ms. Wolff and Ms. Miyake will be joining our team of instructors!
Here are all the details you need to know:
Unlike the 4-5 day university camps that try to pack as much into a few days as possible, our camp is designed to have you audition-ready for the 1st and 2nd Rounds before you even go back to school. We will be primarily focused on the music for District and Region (Rounds 1 and 2), while also touching on some of the music for Pre-Area (Round 3) if we get to it.
Our intensive is geared specifically for students doing All-State for the first or second time. As such, we are primarily focusing on incoming sophomores and juniors. All students, including incoming seniors, are welcome to use this camp either as an alternative or a supplement to a university camp.
We are affordable, local, and focused on YOU!
Dates: July 10 - 14
Times: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Saint Andrew Lutheran Church (504 W Bedford Euless Rd, Hurst, TX)
Total cost: $185
Registration and payment deadline: June 10
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
Please email [email protected] and/or [email protected] with questions you have. I would love to answer them.
Hope to see your registration soon by our DEADLINE of JUNE 10!
(But, hey, go ahead and sign up today!)
Ms. Winstead and Ms. Wolff
2022-2023 LD Bell Choir Booster Club
This is a HUGE THANK YOU to our phenomenal Booster Club for all of your hard work this year! We could not have pulled off such a successful choir year without all of your help. We are grateful for all of the gifts you gave us from accounting for money, volunteer coordinating, hospitality, silent auction, craft fair, fundraising, fundraising, fundraising, and more -- all culminating in a beautiful banquet. Anytime we needed anything, you were there for us - from organizing closets to giving good council. We cannot thank you enough!
~Mrs. A and Mrs Lindberg on behalf of the 22-23 Choirs of LD Bell
This is a HUGE THANK YOU to our phenomenal Booster Club for all of your hard work this year! We could not have pulled off such a successful choir year without all of your help. We are grateful for all of the gifts you gave us from accounting for money, volunteer coordinating, hospitality, silent auction, craft fair, fundraising, fundraising, fundraising, and more -- all culminating in a beautiful banquet. Anytime we needed anything, you were there for us - from organizing closets to giving good council. We cannot thank you enough!
~Mrs. A and Mrs Lindberg on behalf of the 22-23 Choirs of LD Bell
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FUNDRAISING NEWS:
Planning to do some cleaning out this summer? Don't forget our NeverEnding fundraiser! Simply drive up and drop off your donations at Thrift For Good located at 120 W Bedford Euless Rd. Hurst, TX 76053 and tell them your donations are for the L. D. Bell Choir. Donations are accepted Sunday-Wednesday, 10am-6pm. You get a clean house, and the L. D. Bell Choir gets 25% of the proceeds from sales. It's a Win-Win! |
BANQUET PICS
VPA SIGNING & SENIOR AWARDS
12 May 2023 ~ Newsletter
BANQUET NEWS:
- See you TONIGHT!
- Remember our one rule… CLASSY: Dress Classy, Act Classy, Dance Classy
- Friday, May 12, 6-11pm
- Texas Star Golf Course & Country Club, 1400 Star Parkway, Euless
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Bell System 23/24 Audition NEWS:
We had a fantastic night with 49 students auditioning from 4 schools! Results will be announced in BAND on Saturday, May 13, by 8:00am. Then for those who make it, keep these dates in your calendars:
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THIS COMING WEEK:
- 23/24 Bell System Results Posted in BAND - Saturday, May 13, 8am
- JV Final Evaluations & A Cappella Auditions - Mon-Fri, May 15-19
- JV Theory Exam - Wednesday, 5/17 - STUDY your Key Signatures!
- Fine Arts Signing Day - Wednesday, May 17, 4:30pm in the BHS Auditorium, honoring Ryder Reeves, Dante Sears, Connor Sturgeon, Asopesio Vaka'uta, and Alainna VanSkyhock
- Voice Studio Recital - 6:30pm, Friday, May 19 @ St. Andrew Lutheran Church
- 23/24 A Cappella Results Posted in Canvas - Saturday, May 20, 8am
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THANK YOU!
Special thanks to everyone who came out to support LD Bell Choir at the Texas Roadhouse in Euless. We made $89 just because you were hungry 😀 |
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THANK YOU!
Special thanks to everyone who helped make the Junior High Concerts a success!
Special thanks to everyone who helped make the Junior High Concerts a success!
5 May 2023 ~ Newsletter
HELP NEEDED!
We are hosting the junior choir concerts this weekend and need lots of help from our choir fam!
TONIGHT - Hurst JH Concert - Friday, May 5, 7pm
We are hosting the junior choir concerts this weekend and need lots of help from our choir fam!
TONIGHT - Hurst JH Concert - Friday, May 5, 7pm
- Workers arrive at 6:15 in choir shirt and jeans!
- Workers arrive in choir shirt and jeans at 6:15 to help with the concert
- AND/OR - arrive at 8:15 to help with the strike. We need EXTRA HELP with strike, so please consider helping!!
THIS COMING WEEK:
- LAST Music Theory Club - Tuesday, 5/9, 8-8:40 am (Mirror Room)
- Bell System Audition Clinic - Tuesday, May 9, 4:10-5:10pm
- Texas Roadhouse Choir Fundraiser - Tuesday, 5/9, 3-10pm (Bedford)
- Officer Elections - Wednesday, May 10
- Bell System Auditions - Thursday, May 11, 4-8pm
- LAST Sight Reading Club - Friday, 5/12, 8-8:40 am (Choir Room)
- Choir Banquet - Friday, May 12, 6-11pm
- 23/24 Bell System Results Posted in BAND - Saturday, May 13, 8am
BANQUET NEWS:
- Your Banquet Planning Team is working hard to finalize the seating for this special night!
- Remember our one rule… CLASSY: Dress Classy, Act Classy, Dance Classy
- Friday, May 12, 6-11pm
- Texas Star Golf Course & Country Club, 1400 Star Parkway, Euless
Bell System 23/24 Audition NEWS:
If you or someone you know is interested in auditioning for next year’s Bell System, please join our BAND! And yes, even this year’s Bell System members must re-audition. BAND is a free app and this is where all the information for the audition process will be posted. Joining the BAND does not obligate anyone to audition, it’s just the starting place, so join now by clicking HERE!
Click here to read our list of Audition FAQ’s.
If you missed the MANDATORY Parent Meeting in the BHS Choir Room for all Bell System Candidates, you can review the video which is posted in BAND and then be sure to send an email to Mrs. Antinone for confirmation.
- Tuesday, May 9, 4:10-5:00pm - Audition Clinic #2 - BHS choir room (optional)
- Thursday, May 11, 4:10 - 8:00pm Bell System AUDITIONS!
- Saturday, May 13, - Bell System Audition Results posted in BAND by 8:00am
- TUESDAY, May 16, FIRST 23/34 Bell System Meeting 4:15-5:30pm, BHS Choir Room. Parents invited, but not required. First fee due!
- Highly encouraged - All State camp and/or Summer Voice lessons
- Bell System DANCE CAMP - July 31-August 4
COMING UP:
- JV Final Evaluations & A Cappella Auditions - Mon-Fri, May 15-19
- Fine Arts Signing Day - Wednesday, May 17, 4:30pm in the BHS Auditorium
- Voice Studio Recital - Friday, May 19, 7pm @ St. Andrew Lutheran Church
- 23/24 A Cappella Results Posted in Canvas - Saturday, May 20, 8am
WHAT A FANTASTIC DISNEY CONCERT!
Congrats to all on a beautiful concert! We are so proud of each and every one of you.
Congrats to all on a beautiful concert! We are so proud of each and every one of you.
28 April 2023 ~ Newsletter
Bell System 23/24 Audition NEWS:
If you or someone you know is interested in auditioning for next year’s Bell System, please join our BAND! And yes, even this year’s Bell System members must re-audition. BAND is a free app and this is where all the information for the audition process will be posted. Joining the BAND does not obligate anyone to audition, it’s just the starting place, so join now by clicking HERE!
Click here to read our list of Audition FAQ’s.
If you or someone you know is interested in auditioning for next year’s Bell System, please join our BAND! And yes, even this year’s Bell System members must re-audition. BAND is a free app and this is where all the information for the audition process will be posted. Joining the BAND does not obligate anyone to audition, it’s just the starting place, so join now by clicking HERE!
Click here to read our list of Audition FAQ’s.
- Thursday, April 27, 4:00pm - Dance Audition Videos posted in the BAND app
- Thursday, May 4, 4:10-5:00pm - Audition Clinic #1 - BHS Choir room (optional)
- Thursday, May 4, 7:00pm - MANDATORY Parent Meeting in the BHS Choir Room for all Bell System Candidates (Optional ZOOM link available in BAND)
- Tuesday, May 9, 4:10-5:00pm - Audition Clinic #2 - BHS choir room (optional)
- Thursday, May 11, 4:10 - 8:00pm Bell System AUDITIONS!
- Saturday, May 13, - Bell System Audition Results posted in BAND by 8:00am
- TUESDAY, May 16, FIRST 23/34 Bell System Meeting 4:15-5:30pm, BHS Choir Room. Parents invited, but not required. First fee due!
- Highly encouraged - All State camp and/or Summer Voice lessons
- Bell System DANCE CAMP - July 31-August 4
THIS COMING WEEK:
- Dress Rehearsal - Monday, May 1, 4-7pm
- NO Music Theory Club - Tuesday, 5/2
- EOC TESTING - Tuesday, May 2
- Spring Concert - Tuesday, May 2, 7pm, Call time is 6pm
- BANQUET Table Reservations - Wednesday, May 3
- Officer Applications Due - Wednesday, May 3
- Bell System Audition Clinic - Thursday, May 4, 4:10-5:10pm
- REQUIRED Parent Meeting for all Bell System Candidates - Thursday, May 4, 7:00pm
- Sight Reading Club - Friday, 5/5, 8-8:40 am (Choir Room)
- Hurst JH Concert - Friday, May 5, 7pm
- Bedford JH Concert - Saturday, May 6, 7pm
WRAPPING UP THE CHOIR YEAR:
- Thank you for turning in your dry-cleaned uniforms last week! I’m shouting out an extra special thanks to Ms. Rushing for helping me sort through over 100 uniform pieces – sorting, labeling, filing – I truly could not have done it without your help! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
- If any of you still have outstanding uniform pieces, please get those turned in ASAP so I can wrap up this job and get on to the next!
- If any of you has outstanding fees, you can pay those through CHARMS using PayPal or in class with cash or check. If you need help with these fees, please see Mrs. Lindberg ASAP!
BANQUET NEWS:
- Banquet day is getting closer! If you made a reservation for a guest, then a $40 fee has been added to your account. You may pay in Charms via PayPal or in class with cash or check.
- Table reservations are coming on Wednesday, 5/3. Your account must be clear to choose your seat at the table!
- Parent(s) who are interested in attending the Choir Banquet may purchase tickets at the Spring Concert – there will be a table in the foyer. Tickets are $40.
COMING UP:
- Bell System Audition Clinic - Tuesday, May 9, 4:10-5:10pm
- Texas Roadhouse Choir Fundraiser - Tuesday, 5/9, 3-10pm (Bedford)
- Officer Elections - Wednesday, May 10
- Bell System Auditions - Thursday, May 11, 4-8pm
- Choir Banquet - Friday, May 12, 6-11pm
- JV Final Evaluations & A Cappella Auditions - Mon-Fri, May 15-19
21 April 2023 ~ Newsletter
THIS COMING WEEK:
- Solo Auditions for Spring Concert - Monday, 4/24, 4-9pm (don’t forget your costume!)
- Rita’s ICE Party for JV March Madness Participants - Monday, 4/24, 4-4:15
- SIGHT READING CHAMPIONS: Reed G and Maggie N
- Bracket Winners: Jorge C, Vaniecia W, Ella G, & Elisha W
- Bracket Losers: Taylor T & Savannah G
- Music Theory Club - Tuesday, 4/25, 8-8:40 am (Mirror Room)
- Banquet Reservations DUE - Tuesday, 4/25 (Canvas)
- Spring Concert Costume Pic DUE - Wednesday, 4/26 (Canvas)
- JV Women After-School Choreography Rehearsal - Thursday, 4/28, 4-5pm (Mirror Room)
- Sight Reading Club - Friday, 4/28, 8-8:40 am (Choir Room)
3rd TRI MUSIC CLUBS - SRC & MTC (House Points!!)
Hop into Sight Reading!
Whoooo wants to know more about Music Theory?
Hop into Sight Reading!
- Sight Reading Club (SRC) meets in the choir room on FRIDAYS at 8am
Whoooo wants to know more about Music Theory?
- Music Theory Club (MTC) meets in the mirror room on TUESDAYS at 8am
BANQUET NEWS:
Drum roll please....
Here is the invitation for this year's Choir Banquet!
Be watching Canvas for your Banquet Reservations Google Form. We must have your thoughtful YES/NO by Tuesday, 4/25.
Drum roll please....
Here is the invitation for this year's Choir Banquet!
Be watching Canvas for your Banquet Reservations Google Form. We must have your thoughtful YES/NO by Tuesday, 4/25.
COMING UP:
- Dress Rehearsal - Monday, May 1, 4-7pm
- EOC TESTING - Tuesday, May 2
- Spring Concert - Tuesday, May 2, 7pm, Call time is 6:15pm
- Officer Applications Due - Wednesday, May 3
- Bell System Audition Clinic - Thursday, May 4, 4:10-5:10pm
- REQUIRED Parent Meeting for Bell System Candidates - Thursday, May 4, 7:00pm
- Hurst JH Concert - Friday, May 5, 7pm
- Bedford JH Concert - Saturday, May 6, 7pm
- Bell System Audition Clinic - Tuesday, May 9, 4:10-5:10pm
- Texas Roadhouse Choir Fundraiser - Tuesday, 5/9, 3-10pm (Bedford)
- Officer Elections - Wednesday, May 10
- Bell System Auditions - Thursday, May 11, 4-8pm
- Choir Banquet - Friday, May 12, 6-11pm
- JV Final Evaluations & A Cappella Auditions - Mon-Fri, May 15-19
PICS........Learning choreo! Check out your online folder for your class VIDEOS.
14 April 2023 ~ Newsletter
EVERYTHING IS DUE April 19
- Dry-Cleaned Uniforms - Dresses, Tuxes, Bell System
- Hanging Bags - Choir Trip & Bell System
- Scholarship Applications - Senior & All-State Camps
$cholar$hip Opportunitie$:
Hello Choir Students and Families!
The BHS Choir Booster club is pleased to present the opportunity for two different scholarships this spring. These scholarship applications are due Wednesday, April 19. There are two different types of scholarships:
$500 Senior Scholarship – Available to LD Bell High School Seniors who are currently enrolled in choir. Here is the link to the application and more information.
$100 All State Camp Scholarship – Available to upcoming Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors planning to be enrolled in choir at LD Bell. Here is the link to the application and more information.
Special thanks to the booster club for providing these wonderful opportunities for our students.
Thinking about attending an All-State camp? Here is a list of camps, dates and links to websites:
UPDATED LIST of Texas All-State Camps.
SPECIAL UPDATE! --> FREE All State Camp! Bass Hall is running a FREE all state camp June 12-15. Mrs. A & Mrs. L are on staff and we have SPECIAL PERMISSION to allow BHS students to sign up! However-- IF YOU SIGN UP YOU MUST ATTEND! Spots are limited and will fill up quickly. Sign up HERE and be sure to let Mrs. A know your plans!
---> SERIOUSLY... sign up RIGHT NOW! Spots will be gone before you know it!
Hello Choir Students and Families!
The BHS Choir Booster club is pleased to present the opportunity for two different scholarships this spring. These scholarship applications are due Wednesday, April 19. There are two different types of scholarships:
$500 Senior Scholarship – Available to LD Bell High School Seniors who are currently enrolled in choir. Here is the link to the application and more information.
$100 All State Camp Scholarship – Available to upcoming Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors planning to be enrolled in choir at LD Bell. Here is the link to the application and more information.
Special thanks to the booster club for providing these wonderful opportunities for our students.
Thinking about attending an All-State camp? Here is a list of camps, dates and links to websites:
UPDATED LIST of Texas All-State Camps.
SPECIAL UPDATE! --> FREE All State Camp! Bass Hall is running a FREE all state camp June 12-15. Mrs. A & Mrs. L are on staff and we have SPECIAL PERMISSION to allow BHS students to sign up! However-- IF YOU SIGN UP YOU MUST ATTEND! Spots are limited and will fill up quickly. Sign up HERE and be sure to let Mrs. A know your plans!
---> SERIOUSLY... sign up RIGHT NOW! Spots will be gone before you know it!
March Madness News!
We finished up our JV Sight Reading Tournament today in class. CONGRATULATIONS to these students for earning a 100 on their FINAL FOUR Round, and for making it in the FINALS ROUND - Josh B, Reed G, Sofie B, and Maggie N
And the winner of the 2023 JV Sight Reading Tournament is...
MEN’S DIVISION:
Reed Gradke
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Maggie Neill
We finished up our JV Sight Reading Tournament today in class. CONGRATULATIONS to these students for earning a 100 on their FINAL FOUR Round, and for making it in the FINALS ROUND - Josh B, Reed G, Sofie B, and Maggie N
And the winner of the 2023 JV Sight Reading Tournament is...
MEN’S DIVISION:
Reed Gradke
WOMEN’S DIVISION:
Maggie Neill
THIS COMING WEEK:
- Music Theory Club - Tuesday, 4/18, 8-8:40 am (Mirror Room)
- EVERYTHING IS DUE - Wednesday, 4/19
- Dry-Cleaned Uniforms - Dresses, Tuxes, Bell System
- Hanging Bags - Choir Trip & Bell System
- Scholarship Applications - Senior & All-State Camps
- EOC TESTING - Thursday, 4/20
- Sight Reading Club - Friday, 4/21, 8-8:40 am (Choir Room)
COMING UP:
- Solo Auditions for Spring Concert - Monday, 4/24, 4-9pm
- Dress Rehearsal - Monday, May 1
- EOC TESTING