I am so proud to be part of this amazing organization with extraordinary men like this blazing the trails in the name of the Eastern Band.
John Meyer is still the heartbeat of our band. He hand crafted this exquisite memorial steel plaque with the help of Phil Lazrovitch in honor of Ralph Christy VFW Middletown, who recently passed away due to cancer. The plaque is complete with a thank you note written on the back. Ralph was a key person in getting the VFW Post to donate their hall for the Band trivia nights. Pictured below is: John Meyer (Band Parent Alumni and Props guru), Sue Christy, (Treasurer, VFW Middletown), and Jamie Sims (Past EHS Band Parent President).
An Eagle never forgets...

When life gives you lemons, throw them back and demand chocolate, but only the World's Finest Chocolate is good enough for you!
This sweet fundraiser officially kicks off on February 5th. You can sell choco-lot or sell choco-little, but please sell the World's Finest Chocolate for the band.

Things are about to get DICEY!
It's time to let down your hair, pull up a chair, and Bunco!
It's okay though because what happens at Bunco stays at Bunco.

The All-Star Marching Band will be performing again this year. I will be taking sign-ups very soon. Take a look at the info and let me know if you have any questions!
The Jefferson County Public Schools All-Star Marching Band is the band of the Pegasus Parade in Louisville, Kentucky. This highly televised parade is shown all over the state, and is an excellent representation of “our music programs.”
This year the parade will take place on Thursday, May 3, 2018. Rehearsals for the All-Star Marching Band will all be held at Atherton HS on April 23rd from 3-7pm and May 1st from 4-6pm.
Field Commander Audition Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2018; 3-4pm at Gheens
Audition Expectations-Field Commander:
1-page essay on why you should be chosen to lead the All-Star Band
March Backwards to “Shut Up and Dance”
Conduct “Shut Up and Dance” (bring your score)
Winds/Percussion/Guard Audition Date: Monday, April 16, 2018; 3-4:30pm at Atherton High School
Audition Expectations-Winds/Guard:
Students will perform “Shut Up and Dance” from memory while marching and playing. Timing of Feet with a metronome set to quarter note=120
Playing by memory while marching with a metronome set to quarter note=120
Posture and Equipment Carriage
Tone-Winds
Rhythmic Precision
Endurance
Behavior
Audition Expectations-Percussion:
Students will perform “Shut Up and Dance” and a Cadence and be adjudicated on the following:
Timing of Feet with a metronome set to quarter note=120
Play music by memory while marching with a metronome set to quarter note=120
Posture and Instrument Carriage
Rhythmic Precision
Endurance
Behavior
Technique: Matched Grip
Mike Arthur
Director of Bands
Eastern High School
12400 Old Shelbyville Rd.
Middletown, KY 40243
502-313-4049 option 5

LOUD, PROUD, and pleasing the crowd...Pep Band!
We have THREE more scheduled Pep Band commitments. We WILL play for the Regional Championship games. (TBA) We will also play for the Sweet 16, if either team advances.
January 30th: WHITE 5:15PM-9:15PM
February 2nd: BLUE 5:15PM-9:15PM
February 13th: WHITE 6:45-9:15PM
Friends don't let friends miss Pep Band!

Hello all! Do I have a couple of parents that can help with a couple of band room projects during the basketball games on January 30th? If so, please email me at mike.arthur@jefferson.kyschools.us
Thanks for you help!
Mike Arthur
Director of Bands
Eastern High School
12400 Old Shelbyville Rd.
Middletown, KY 40243
502-313-4049 option 5

IF YOU'RE SAXY AND YOU KNOW IT...
SAXOPHONE SUNDAY 🎷 🎷
The fee for this all-day event is $50. (9:30AM-10:00PM)
More information, including the option to register and pay online, can be found at
http://louisville.edu/music/saxophone or direct registration can be done at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/university-of-louisville-saxop…
There is an opportunity to perform on a masterclass, but space is limited. Performers will be notified by January 26, 2018, whether they have been selected to play.

Symphony Orchestra...
It's more than just music.
Itinerary: Wednesday, January 31st and Thursday, February 8th

What a Coolio event!
Bunco night...Just another day in a pair of dice!
Grab the gang and head over to St. Paul's Episcopal Church on Friday, January 26th and you won't let your Guard down. You would have to be blind to not see that this is the perfect evening for you and me.