Wind Symphony
Wind Symphony is a performing ensemble that includes students in the class "Honors Performance Band." This ensemble rehearses primarily during the school day and will occasionally meet after school.
Concert Band
Concert Band is a performing ensemble that includes students in the class "Performance Band." This ensemble rehearses primarily during the school day.
Jazz Ensemble
Jazz Ensemble is an auditioned ensemble that meets outside of school hours. Normally, the group rehearses on Tuesday nights from 6:00PM - 8:00 PM in the band room. This year the ensemble is excited to perform at the Evanston Township Jazz Festival and the UIC Jazz Festival along with several other gigs.
Pep Band
Pep Band includes both Performance Band and Honors Performance Band. This ensemble performs at athletic events throughout the year and rehearses occasionally after school. Students in Performance and Honors Performance Band must play at 4 of 6 basketball games per year.
Marching Band
2024 Harold L. Richards Band Camp Information
Hello band students and families!
This is going to be a season filled with many new opportunities and experiences as we embark in the competitive marching band circuit. We are registered for two competitions and our show is entitled “In the Arena” with music that transports the listeners to a Roman war. Below you will find band camp information as well as a tentative schedule for everything Marching Band related.
Dates: Two weeks; Monday, July 22nd - Friday, July 26 & Monday, July 29th - Friday, August 2nd
Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM for both weeks
Materials: Students should plan on bringing comfortable clothing for the weather as we will be outside for a good portion of the day. I cannot stress enough the importance of hats, water, and sunscreen. Pro tip: Freeze your waters the night before and let them thaw throughout the day!
Of course please also bring instruments, music, pencils, and any supplies (i.e. valve oil, reeds, etc.)
*Flip folders and lyres can be purchased for $20.00 and marching shoes for $30.00.
Meals: Eat breakfast before coming to camp; going through a hot day with no food in your stomach feels terrible…SO EAT! Students are responsible for their own meals and will be given at least 60 minutes of lunchtime. They may go to a local restaurant, eat at home, or bring a packed lunch.
Music: Memorize the music! Please click on the following link or visit the Ensembles tab on our website richardsbands.com for all of the student resources.
Music link
Performance: Parents and families are invited to see the after camp progress on Friday, August 2nd at 4:30PM on Korhonen Field.
Thank you for taking the time to read this letter and I am excited to share another year with you all!
Warmly,
Mr. Felix Ponce
[email protected]
*This camp is mandatory for all band students so we can prepare for the upcoming year. Any issues need to be communicated ASAP!
Hello band students and families!
This is going to be a season filled with many new opportunities and experiences as we embark in the competitive marching band circuit. We are registered for two competitions and our show is entitled “In the Arena” with music that transports the listeners to a Roman war. Below you will find band camp information as well as a tentative schedule for everything Marching Band related.
Dates: Two weeks; Monday, July 22nd - Friday, July 26 & Monday, July 29th - Friday, August 2nd
Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM for both weeks
Materials: Students should plan on bringing comfortable clothing for the weather as we will be outside for a good portion of the day. I cannot stress enough the importance of hats, water, and sunscreen. Pro tip: Freeze your waters the night before and let them thaw throughout the day!
Of course please also bring instruments, music, pencils, and any supplies (i.e. valve oil, reeds, etc.)
*Flip folders and lyres can be purchased for $20.00 and marching shoes for $30.00.
Meals: Eat breakfast before coming to camp; going through a hot day with no food in your stomach feels terrible…SO EAT! Students are responsible for their own meals and will be given at least 60 minutes of lunchtime. They may go to a local restaurant, eat at home, or bring a packed lunch.
Music: Memorize the music! Please click on the following link or visit the Ensembles tab on our website richardsbands.com for all of the student resources.
Music link
Performance: Parents and families are invited to see the after camp progress on Friday, August 2nd at 4:30PM on Korhonen Field.
Thank you for taking the time to read this letter and I am excited to share another year with you all!
Warmly,
Mr. Felix Ponce
[email protected]
*This camp is mandatory for all band students so we can prepare for the upcoming year. Any issues need to be communicated ASAP!
Marching Band Leadership Team
Drum Majors
Rhodelyn Salacsacan
Emerey Ruzencevs
Section Leaders
Flute - Sierra Reis
Clarinet - Gaby Rodriguez
Saxophone/Mello - Aldo Sanchez
Low Reeds and Low Brass - Damian Rzeszutek
Drumline - Orla Page
Front Ensemble - Charlie Schultz
Staff
Jack Scherer, Assistant Marching Band Director
Sara Janik, Color Guard Coach
Danna Butnariu
Amelia Benson
Ezequiel Ruiz
Karen Bautista
Drum Majors
Rhodelyn Salacsacan
Emerey Ruzencevs
Section Leaders
Flute - Sierra Reis
Clarinet - Gaby Rodriguez
Saxophone/Mello - Aldo Sanchez
Low Reeds and Low Brass - Damian Rzeszutek
Drumline - Orla Page
Front Ensemble - Charlie Schultz
Staff
Jack Scherer, Assistant Marching Band Director
Sara Janik, Color Guard Coach
Danna Butnariu
Amelia Benson
Ezequiel Ruiz
Karen Bautista
