Weekly Beat | Spring update

UPCOMING events


March / April Schedule

JV Rehearsals

Mar 26 4-6

Mar 27 6-8:30

Mar 28 6-8:30

Varsity Rehearsals

Apr 1 5-8

Apr 3 5-8

Apr 5 1-8 (performance at 7)

Apr 8 5-8

Apr 8 5-8

Apr 10 5-8

Apr 11 4-6


march / april 2025 Rehearsal Schedule

Mar 24 4-6:30

Mar 27 4-6:30

Mar 28 4-10:00

Mar 31 4-6:30

Apr 3 4-6:30

Apr 7 4-6:30


ENSEMBLE REHEARSALS SCHEDULE

  • Sax Choir: Mondays @ 7:15am in BR1

  • Flute Choir: Tuesdays @ 7:40am in BR2

  • Horn Choir: Thursdays @ 7:40am in BR2


PERFORMANCES UPCOMING: WEEK AFTER SPRING BREAK

The UHS Wind Ensemble performs at the TCC Concert Band Festival in the early afternoon on Thu Mar 28 at the TCC Southeast Campus Van Trease PACE Auditorium. The event is a contest/clinic format and the viewing performance is free and open to the public.



2025 winter guard starts strong

The Union Varsity Winter Guard’s 2025 competitive season is off to a terrific start with its program β€œL’arena”, earning strong scores at local circuit events in February, as well as a Finalist appearance and a 5th Place finish (of 35+ competitors) at the WGI Tulsa Regional Championship Event on March 8.  The ensemble’s season continues on Sat-Sun March 22-23 in Dallas (TX) at the WGI Southwest Power Regional Championship.


2025 winter guard succeeds in texas

The Union Varsity Winter Guard’s 2025 competitive season featuring its program β€œL’arena” continued in Coppell, TX on Sat-Sun, March 22-23 at the WGI Southwest Regional Championship. The ensemble made a strong showing at the event, including a Finalist appearance, a 5th Place finish (in a field 35+ skilled competitors), and a particularly strong Finals performance earning a score of 86.61.  The ensemble’s season concludes on Sat April 12 at the WGPO Circuit/State Championship event, held at the Union Freshman Academy.


Indoor Drumline flies high in hot springs

The Union H.S. Indoor Drumline’s 2025 competitive season is off to a great start, including a 1st Place Finish at the WGPO Circuit event held at Broken Arrow HS in February, as well as being crowned Class Champion of the recent WGI Hot Springs (AR) Regional event. The ensemble’s competitive season culminates at the WGI World Championship, held in Dayton, Ohio in mid-April. The Union Indoor Drumline earned the World Championship Silver Medal at its most recent WGI participation in 2023, and aims to continue its momentum in 2025 with a brilliant program entitled β€œLearning to Fly”.


Other News and updates

Physical Exam – more info coming soon, but in the meantime be advised that:

  • Exams are valid only if performed on or after May 1.

  • Exams must be submitted by the first day of Spring Training (Tues May 27).

  • New for 2025: Exams MUST be submitted electronically through our website; hard copies will not be accepted.

  • The 2025 exam form is NOT YET AVAILABLE.  We’ll keep you posted.

Solo & Ensemble Participants are doing great work, with 20 students advancing from District to State Festival!

Drum Major Info & Training – Students interested in being considered for the role of drum major for the 2025 Renegade Regiment, or those simply curious to learn more about this role are encouraged to attend a series of informational and training sessions, held on Fridays 4-5pm starting on Fri Mar 28.


Tuesday, April 1 | 6:00 - 7:00P






Where does the membership money go?

The membership dollars go in to the UBPC general fund.  This account is used to fund various expenses that we do not want to have to charge in regular student fees.

What do the UBPC members do?

UBPC members are mostly parents that want the best band experience for their students.  The band parent/UBPC member experience is different for everyone, depending on the amount of time each person has available to commit.  Generally speaking, members volunteer, attend UBPC meetings, fundraise, watch practices together, help with special events, travel with the band, chaperone on trips, provide hospitality for judges and other events, make friends with other parents and cheer on the band.  UBPC members are there to answer questions (especially for 1st year marching students – yikes!) and support you when your student graduates (try not to think about it – it will be here before you know it!)


Some companies will match or donate if you volunteer! Don’t hesitate to ask! Some of our band parents have received hundreds of dollars in donations just by asking!


we need you!

We all have one thing in common: we love our students!

Check out our volunteer form - there are so many opportunities for you to get involved on any level!

Contact the volunteer coordinator with any ideas or questions!

SPRING BREAK UPDATE

πŸŽ‰ CELEBRATIONS

🎢 ENSEMBLE REHEARSALS SCHEDULE

  • Sax Choir: Mondays @ 7:15am in BR1

  • Flute Choir: Tuesdays @ 7:40am in BR2

  • Horn Choir: Thursdays @ 7:40am in BR2

 

🎼 PERFORMANCES UPCOMING: WEEK AFTER SPRING BREAK

The UHS Wind Ensemble performs at the TCC Concert Band Festival in the early afternoon on Thu Mar 28 at the TCC Southeast Campus Van Trease PACE Auditorium. The event is a contest/clinic format and the viewing performance is free and open to the public.

 

 β„ΉοΈ 2025 RENEGADE REGIMENT UPDATES

  • Applications for the 2025 Renegade Regiment Student Leadership Team are now open. The deadline to apply is midnight on Mon Mar 28.  LINK: https://www.cognitoforms.com/UnionBands/_202526UHSBandGuardStudentLeadershipApplication

  • Drum Major Info & Training – Students interested in being considered for the role of drum major for the 2025 Renegade Regiment, or those simply curious to learn more about this role are encouraged to attend a series of informational and training sessions, held on Fridays 4-5pm starting on Fri Mar 28.

  • Spring Training Schedule – mark your calendars for Tues-Wed May 27-28, 9a-1p when we officially kick off the 2025 Renegade Regiment with Annual Spring Training Sessions!  More info: www.unionbands.com/springtraining

  • Summer Schedule – originally posted last September in preparation for the 2025 RR season, please visit our website and mark your calendars with the dates of mandatory summer rehearsals: www.unionbands.com/rrsummer

  • Physical Exam – more info coming soon, but in the meantime be advised that:

    • Exams are valid only if performed on or after May 1.

    • Exams must be submitted by the first day of Spring Training (Tues May 27).

    • New for 2025: Exams MUST be submitted electronically through our website; hard copies will not be accepted.

    • The 2025 exam form is NOT YET AVAILABLE.  We’ll keep you posted.

 

 πŸ’² FUNDRAISING

 

πŸŽ“ Class of 2025

It’s time for our Class of 2025 Seniors to submit pictures and info for the Senior Class Recognition which takes place during the  Annual UHS Band/Guard Awards Ceremony, scheduled for Monday evening, May 12 at the UPAC. Senior Families, please visit the following link to get started on participating in the recognition event!  LINK:  https://www.cognitoforms.com/UnionBands/UnionBandsSeniorClassOf2025RECOGNITION

 

🧹 HOUSEKEEPINGπŸ”’

  • Students are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to lock lockers in the Band Building; each locker has assigned combo lock. The Band Building is a public space that we don’t always have 100% control over. Protect your belonging as well district-owned instruments by consistently locking lockers.

  • With campus safety as our highest priority, students must be aware that propping open campus perimeter (exterior) doors for any reason is prohibited. The consequences for propping-open doors may include suspension. Please do your part to keep yourself and everyone else safe by adhering to this policy.

 

 πŸ€ DURING SPRING BREAK

Kudos to Indoor Drumline & Varsity Winter Guard students for putting in lots of work during Spring Break, and best of luck to the Guard, competing at the WGI Southwest Power Regional Championship in Dallas next weekend!

 

πŸ“² UNION BANDS SMARTPHONE APP – NOW AVAILABLE
Our new app mirrors the UnionBands.com website!
WHY WE CREATED THE APP:
β†’ Conveniently tap the app icon on your smartphone
β†’ Easier than using a browser to type-in our website URL
β†’ Occasional Push Notifications will be sent to keep everyone updated on major events & news
INSTALL from the following link: https://install.page/UnionBands
NOTE: this  app is *not* searchable / downloadable from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Must download using the link above.

 

 Have a FUN, RESTFUL, & SAFE Spring Break!

UHS Bands Early February Update

PROTECT YOUR EARS!  LAST CHANCE TO ORDERπŸ‘‚

Instrument music played at high volumes is known to have long-term hearing loss effects. We encourage students to protect their ears by way of using quality earplugs, and we have partnered with Vibes Hi-Fidelity Ear Plugs to provide high quality hearing protection at a reasonable price. Normally $28.95 per pair, Vibes is offering special pricing of just $17.00 per pair (+ nominal processing fee) for Union HS Students! Use the following link to learn more and order your own pair of high quality ear plugs designed especially for musicians: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/vibes-hi-fidelity-earplugs-union-hs/items?cart=a100b863-6875-4c6c-9132-e2c51040e0de%21%2183356661 ⚠️ ORDERS CLOSE TONIGHT TUES FEB 4 

 

CONGRATS TO WINTER COMPETITIVE ENSEMBLES πŸ‘

Shoutout to our JV Winter Guard, Varsity Winter Guard, and Indoor Drumline on a successful opening weekend of the competitive season. Bravo!  Thank you to all volunteers who gave of your time to help the students have a successful day!

 

BASKETBALL PEP BANDS πŸ€

It’s Union Redhawks Basketball Season!  Each Union H.S. Band student has been assigned to participate in two games. The season continues this week with games on Tues Feb 4 (Pep Band β€˜D’), Thu Feb 6 (Pep Band β€˜A’).  and Fri Feb 7 (Pep Band β€˜B’).  The season concludes NEXT WEEK with Pep Band β€˜C’ serving on Tues Feb 11 and Pep Band β€˜D’ serving on Fri Feb 14.   See the full schedule of games, policies, procedures, and the roster of student game assignments here: www.unionbands.com/basketballpepbands

 

β€˜FOOTLOOSE’: Union’s All-School Musical This Week 🎭

Join in on the entertainment when Union presents its Annual All-School Musical performance this week!  The 2025 production of β€˜Footloose’ features the talents of scores of Union students, including several Union Bands members as participating performers. Shows are scheduled for Thu Feb 6, Fri Feb 7, and Sat Feb 8 at 7:00pm in the UPAC.  Tickets are available at https://cur8.com/16601/project/128692

 

NBDA UPDATE πŸŽ΅

  • Rescheduled Clinic/Concert Event for 10/11/12th Grade NBDA Honor Band members: Mon Feb 10 at Bartlesville HS. more info at https://www.unionbands.com/events/nbdahsclinic2025

  • 9th Grade NBDA Honor Band Members Clinic/Concert:  Fri-Sat Feb 14-15 at Union HS 

 

UBPC PARENTS MEETING RESCHEDULED πŸ—“οΈ

Originally scheduled for Tues Feb 4, the February UBPC Parents Meeting has been rescheduled to Thu Feb 20, 7pm, in the UHS Band Building.

 

STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR EVENTS πŸ’ͺ

Union hosts the NBDA Jr High Honor Band Concerts on Sat Feb 15, and help is needed to make the event run smoothly. Service Points are available if needed. SIGN UP AT:  https://www.cognitoforms.com/UnionBands/StudentEventVolunteersRegistration