Presentation for 6th Grade Students!

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Spring Concert '09

Spring Concert
May 5, 2009
7:00 pm/ THS Gym
Admission:$3 (adults) $1 (10 and under)

All ZEJH band members and Ellis Emeralds will meet in the THS Bandroom at 6:15 p.m. Please be in full uniform; Vest, black shirt, shoes and socks, bowtie and white shirt.

* Each student is responsible for all equipment and music.

Ellis Emeralds should wear their winter guard outfit.

The concert will last approximately an hour and 15 mins.

Don't forget about the BBQ dinner before the concert. (from Millers BBQ) See a band member to purchase a ticket. Tickets are $6 and will not be sold at the door.

*7th grade band practice will be after school until 4:30 on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 in the ZEJH bandroom. Ellis Emeralds; Due to a recent conflict I will have to reschedule your Thursday practice (TBA).

What a Gig!

On April 23, 2009, the Talladega High School Jazz Band was invited to perform for the International Motorsports Hall of Fame ceremonies. With great preparation, lots of anticipation and much excitement the group of young musicians took on this adventure with great enthusiasm. Much is to be said about the musical presentation and outstanding representation of the Talladega City Schools from this group of young people; it was truly outstanding.

A special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Smith for their help providing dinner for the group, as well as Mrs. Rasco. Also to Dr. Frank Buck for his attendance and support at this event. It is wonderful to have such great support from parents and administrators in the Talladega City School System.

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April in Talladega....Reminder

For those students that participated in the District and State band, don't forget that we have a performance on Tuesday, April 14, 2009, as a part of the April in Talladega Celebration.

Location: Harwell Auditorium
*We will meet in the bandroom at 5:45 PM

Dress: Band Uniform
Black pants (solid), black band shoes, black socks, white band shirt and bowtie

Music: Forward March and Dark Adventure.

See you Tuesday at School. Enjoy your long weekend and Happy Easter!

Thank you Talladega City Schools Foundation!

Tuesday, April 7, 2009, during 5th period at Zora Ellis the sounds of drums filled the air. The Talladega High School Percussion section assisted as the The Talladega City School Education Foundation delivered grants to recepients. Entering through our door with a large check were Dr. Horton, Mr. Campbell, Dr. Buck, Mr. Bailey, Mrs. and Mrs. Rasco, the THS drumline and Mr. McDaniel.

Each year the TCS foundation takes applications for Grants and they do their best to fill the needs of as many people as possible. We are very happy to be one of those wishes granted. Our grant was titled, A good foundation, where we asked for money to buy a much needed tuba.

Several other teachers in the system were awarded grants as well. At our school, Mrs. Armstrong, gifted teacher, was also awarded the grant for which she applied.

We have been very fortunate this year securing funds for several needed percussion instruments earlier in the year from a grant with Jim Pruitt and are very thankful to the foundation for granting us the opportunity to add another needed instrument to our inventory. As more opportunities arise we hope to acquire even more needed instruments for our program, better meeting the needs of our students, our school and our community.

Congratulations Ladies

Congratulations to the 8th grade young ladies that made the Dega Darlins Addition at THS. Robbyn, Mya, Jatonica, Morgan, Terencea, and MaKayla.

We are very proud of you.
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