We will stay as close as possible to the itinerary listed below. If necessary, students can bring a snack because of the early lunch.
ITINERARY - September 9, 2023
METRO EAST MARCHING CLASSIC
Metro East Marching Classic - O'Fallon Township High School - 600 S. Smiley, O'Fallon, IL
12:30 PM - 3:45 PM - Rehearse on our practice field (or the lower field by Q annex if it is lined) - Bring water - We will announce what to wear for rehearsal in the upcoming weeks.
3:45 PM - Move props to the trailers and place all equipment (that needs to be loaded) near trailers (large instruments, etc...)
4:25 PM - Meet on central terrace - we will load by seniority
4:40 PM - Load Buses
4:50 PM - Depart for O'Fallon High School
5:10 PM - Arrive at O'Fallon High School - unload equipment - use restroom - hit their concessions stand - Be respectful of every group you see, pass, come into contact with - You are a reflection of the Belleville East Band, yourselves, your parents, the community, etc...
6:30 PM - Percussion, be dressed and prepare equipment
6:30 PM - Props instructions meeting
6:30 PM - Winds, be dressed and ready to warm up - visual block if space permits - We will always wear show shirts for competitive performances (contests) and always wear dry fits for football games. Show shirts and dry fits are to be worn under your performance top.
7:38 PM - Official Warm Up (Area A)
7:58 PM - Move to ready gate - props move with a purpose and be orderly as we will rehearse
8:08 PM - Ready Gate
8:18 PM - Performance (Field exit will be toward side 1. This will be different as years past because you will break and go to your prop for exit. We will take the props to the trailer. Everyone else will stay on the track for awards. Props and front ensemble performers will take their gear to the trailers and then return to the band. )
9:15 PM - Awards
11:00 PM - We will return immediately after the awards ceremony and once the trailers are loaded.
Our class begins at 8:05 and the larger schools start at 7:00 PM. If parents wish to arrive earlier, you will get to see everyone. Below is the schedule for the entire festival in case anyone is interested.
Parents and students, here are some important guidelines in attending a marching band contest (in case you haven't seen one yet). Remember that anyone can hear your comments even if you are whispering. Only make positive comments about what you see and hear. All of the kids on the field work very hard and deserve the accolades that you would give our own students. Also, take note that you are only allowed to take your seat between bands. Please do not leave the seating area during a performance as it is distracting to bands on the field and for viewers in the stands.
Admission to the show is $10 for adults and $5 for children (5-12). Children 4 and under are free.
