Feb 16th, 2026 Band & Colorguard Notes

Chipotle Fundraiser on Wednesday

Please help our music program by eating at Chipotle @ Seacliff on Wednesday, 2/18 between 5-9pm! Make sure to show the flyer or use the code 7VFPPQ6 at checkout online and the program will get 25% of proceeds.

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Mardi Gras "Parade" @ HBHS on Tuesday

On Tuesday during lunch, we will be participating in a small "parade" at HBHS. To celebrate Fat Tuesday, we'll be playing some tunes through the main offices with APA council. Student should try and wear green, purple, and gold if they can!

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Banquet Planning Meeting on Thursday

Parents, if you are interested in helping plan our end of year banquet, please join us on Thursday @ 7pm in the band room. We need all hands on deck!

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Band Weekly Schedule

Monday

No school

• 8am-12pm Drumline (early rehearsal since we have gym availability!)

Tuesday

• Mardi Gras Parade @HBHS Main Office during Lunch!

  
  

Wednesday

• 1:41-3:22pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-5pm Jazz Big Band

• 5:15-6:30pm Jazz Lab Band

• 5-9pm Chipotle Dine-out Fundraiser

Thursday

• 7pm Parent Banquet Planning Meeting! (Please come to the band room at 7pm if you are interested in helping plan our end of year banquet!)

Friday

• 1:41-3:22pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-6pm Drumline

Upcoming Events

Feb 24 - Drumline Performing @ 8th Grade Open House (morning)

Feb 28 - Drumline Competition @ MLK HS

Mar 5 - Oiler Music Guild Parent Meeting @ 7pm

Mar 7 - Drumline Competition @ Marina HS

Mar 28 - Drumline Competition @ West Covina HS

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Colorguard Weekly Schedule

Monday

No school

• 10am-5pm Rehearsal

  
  

Wednesday

• 2-9pm Rehearsal (TBA due to CIF)

• 5-9pm Chipotle Dine-out Fundraiser

Thursday

• 7pm Leave for San Diego Regional

Friday-Sunday

• San Diego Regional!

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Parent To-Do Checklist

1. Overdue: Please pay 2025 Marching Band Fee. We received payments from half of families, and will need to make drastic cuts for next year if that doesn't change.

Oiler Music Guild Executive Board Position Descriptions

2026-27 OMG Executive Board & Chair Positions

We are getting ready for the next school year and we need you! If every position is filled and each person fulfills their duties, then no position will be too much work!! "Many hands make light work." With your help, we'll have an amazing 2026-27 school year!!

Our OMG Board and Program Chairs are the people who make things happen! 

Oiler Music Guild President-

The President shall preside over all meetings of the Boosters and the Executive Board and maintain oversight of all Booster activities. As President, you will be the main liaison between the Guild and the Directors/Teachers. This position is good for someone who likes talking and is good at staying organized.

Open Position

Oiler Music Guild VP of Marching Band-

The VP of Marching Band shall assist the President in overseeing Booster/Guild Activities. Assist the Band Director in organizing logistics for Marching Band Competitions, Shows and Activities. Help ensure activities will have the required volunteers and supplies. Fill in for President if necessary in overseeing Guild and Board Meetings. This position is good for someone who loves getting to know all of the kids and supporting their creative ventures.

Current- Lacey Garcia/Open Co-VP

Oiler Music Guild VP of Orchestra-

The VP of Orchestra shall assist the President in overseeing Booster/Guild Activities. Attend Monthly APA Presidents' Meeting to represent Orchestra. Assist the Orchestra Director in organizing logistics for APA Orchestra Shows and Activities. Help ensure activities will have the required volunteers and supplies. Fill in for President if necessary in overseeing Guild and Board Meetings. This position is good for someone who loves  supporting the kids' creative ventures and enjoys the APA Program.

Current- Kim Pennington/open Co-VP

Oiler Music Guild VP of Color Guard-

The VP of Orchestra shall assist the President in overseeing Booster/Guild Activities. Attend Color Guard specific meetings. Assist the Color Guard Director in organizing logistics for Color Guard Competitions, Shows and Activities. Help ensure activities will have the required volunteers and supplies. Fill in for President if necessary in overseeing Guild and Board Meetings. This position is good for someone who loves Color Guard and is good at staying organized.

Current- Showshan Yang/Open Co-VP

Oiler Music Guild Recording Secretary-

The Recording Secretary shall draft and maintain records of the Minutes from each Booster and Executive Board Meeting; Presents timely drafts of the Minutes at succeeding meetings and posts them on the Minutes page of the OMG Website; Maintain records of correspondence to and from the Booster/Guild; Maintain a list of current members with current addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses or other communication info to the extent available; Provide membership information to new members and appropriate notices for current members. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communicating.

Current- Nina Dawson

Oiler Music Guild Treasurer-

The Treasurer shall maintain custody of Booster/Guild funds; be accountable for accurate records of income and disbursement of those funds; give a report of such accounting at each scheduled meeting; and ensure tax returns and any other required financial reports are prepared and properly filed with appropriate authorities. This position is good for someone who likes numbers and is good at staying organized.

Current- JJ Hewitt/Open Assistant Treasurer

Oiler Music Guild Parliamentarian-

The Parliamentarian shall become familiar with the OMG Bylaws and rules as a non-profit organization and use this knowledge to keep meetings on task and following rules. Form a nomination committee in February to help recruit Board and Chair members for the next year's Executive Board. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and enjoys rules.

Current- Sara Sprague

Chair Positions require only a limited amount of time and energy. Perfect for the full time working parent who cannot commit to helping for the entire school year.

Chair Position- Student Accounts

The Student Accounts Chairperson shall be responsible for issuing and maintenance of Student Donation Records and assist the Treasurer in duties related to Student Donations. This position is good for someone who likes numbers and is good at staying organized.

Open Position

Chair Position- Communications Secretary

The Communications Chairperson shall be responsible for sending weekly emails with program schedules, upcoming activities, and volunteer requests. Works with Recording Secretary to maintain current membership roster. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communication.

Open Position

Chair Position- Marching Band Champs Tournament Chair

The Champs Tournament Chairperson shall be responsible for coordinating chairpersons for each area of responsibility (Parking, Concessions, Directors Dining, Student Dining, Bake Sale, etc.). Communicate with CSBC Coordinators, be liaison the day of the event. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communication.

Current- Corrie Benson

Chair Position- Jazzfest Chair

The Jazzfest Chairperson shall be responsible for coordinating chairpersons for each area of responsibility (Parking, Concessions, Bake Sale, etc.). Communicate with Mr Floyd and Event Coordinators, be liaison the day of the event. This position is good for someone who is good at staying organized and great at communication.

Open Position

Chair Position- Football Concessions

The Football Concession Chairperson plans, organizes volunteers and donations, purchases goods for visitor side concessions at Football games (August-November). This position is good for someone who enjoys sales and football.

Open Position

Chair Position- Band Uniforms

The Uniform Chairperson helps organize volunteers for uniform fitting and alterations during Band Camp. Maintains uniforms and assist band students in dressing requirements for home Football games and Marching competitions (August-November). Organizes cleaning for uniforms and orders necessary replacement pieces. This position is good for someone who enjoys getting to know the kids. Sewing knowledge is a plus, but not required.

Open Position

Chair Position- Show Programs

The Show Program Chairperson solicits local businesses and professionals to sponsor the Oiler Music Guild in return for community exposure via our Show Programs (as well as banners and plaques). Distribute information regarding student ad's in Champs program (Sept-Nov). Communicate with printers to have programs printed and pick up or have delivered to the school before each show. This position is good for someone who is good at talking on the phone and good at getting other people to care about the programs. 

Open Position

Chair Position- Volunteer Coordinator

The Volunteer Coordinator Chairperson recruits and organizes parent volunteers for OMG events, football games, competitions, tournaments, field trips, and shows. Create Sign-Up online and keep on track with Sign-ups and recruit when necessary, follow up and make sure volunteers understand their responsibilities. This position is good for someone who is great at recruiting and getting people excited about volunteering. 

Open Position

Chair Position- Middle School Liaison

The Middle School Liaison Chairperson maintains contact with the local middle schools by providing information regarding the program or upcoming events. Organizes 8th grade night and helps with performances that involve the High School and Middle School Bands/Orchestras. This position is good for someone who is good at communicating and enjoys getting to know the kids. 

Open Position

Chair Position- Prop Building

The Prop Building Chairperson communicates with the Band and Color Guard directors regarding the want/need for show props. Organize a committee to build props and have props ready for to be utilized in performances as soon as possible. This position is good for someone who enjoys making things and is creative and inventive. 

Current- James Garcia

Chair Position- Hospitality

The Hospitality Chairperson organizes meals and snacks for guests and students as needed for various activities (tournaments, field trips, school events, and shows). Work with Volunteer Coordinator to get required donations added to the Sign-Up). Follow up with volunteers to make sure needs are met. This position is good for someone who enjoys taking care of our kids.

Open Position

Chair Position- Drumline

The Drumline Chairperson coordinates drivers, rides, snacks/meals for events and Drumline Tournaments.  Communicate with Band Director regarding needs of the program. This position is good for someone who enjoys getting to know the kids.

Open Position

Chair Position- Jazz Band

The Jazz Band Chairperson coordinates drivers, rides, snacks/meals for events and Jazz Festivals. Helps organize our annual Jazz Cabaret performance. Communicate with Band Director and Jazz Director regarding needs of the program. This position is good for someone who enjoys getting to know the kids.

Open Position

Chair Position- Transportation

The Transportation Chairperson secures truck rentals for transporting equipment for off-campus events. Communicate with Volunteer Coordinator to secure volunteer drivers, then pass on required truck info to drivers.  Communicate with Band Director regarding needs of the program. This position is good for someone who may not have a lot of free time, but is organized and can accomplish tasks in a timely manner.

Current- Maria and Anthony Johnson 

OMG Meeting This Week! Updates 1/12

Welcome 2026!

We hope everyone's first week back to school went well!

Oiler Music Guild Meeting

Tuesday, 1/13 @ 7pm

Join us for important program info! Updates on Programs and Spring Semester!

It is super important that we have someone from each family there to get important info on our second semester ensembles/volunteering needs/etc.

Come in person to meet our new Orchestra Director, Brian Onderdonk.

And come for treats!!

In M1

or via Zoom

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Zoom Meeting

Coming Up This Week!

Come Support OMG at our upcoming events!

Tuesday, January 13th @7pm- Oiler Music Guild

Thursday, January 15th @7pm- APA Orchestra Winter Chamber Recital at FCC

Friday, January 16th @7pm- Pep Band for Varsity Basketball Game @ HBHS

Next Week- Finals Week! Good luck!!

Orchestra Updates & Schedules

Happy New Year Everyone!

I hope everyone had a wonderful and restful break. We are still in the process of figuring a lot of details out so please bear with us through a lot of the changes coming up...

First and foremost, as a reminder, the Chamber Music Concert is January 15th at 7pm at First Christian Church just down the street. Mr. Pham and Mr. Meyers will be running the show, but the music and groups have all been up to the students, featuring some original arrangements and fun instrumentations! Participation is not mandatory. I will send a separate email once we have finalized the call time and set up details so please be on the lookout for that.

Orchestra rehearsals will remain the same as usual for the next week and I will send out an update later regarding rehearsal times for the week after the concert:

Tuesday 1.13.26

• 2pm-3:45pm Wind Orchestra (all winds and percussion to work on your chamber music)

• 4:00-5:45pm String Orchestra (all strings)

Thursday 1.15.26 CHAMBER CONCERT DAY

• Call time, rehearsal and set up times coming soon

• 7pm Chamber Music Concert at FCC

Now that the business is out of the way, here is an exciting opportunity for students! Read about it below:

MMET is looking for brass (all but tuba, also piccolo trumpet), woodwinds (2 tenor saxes, bari sax, 3 clarinets, english horn, alto flute, bass flute), and all strings for their upcoming Beatles/Beach Boys show! The concert takes place on February 13th at 7pm and Saturday February 14th at 2pm and 7pm at First Christian Church! This is a great opportunity to collaborate with other departments in APA to put on a fun show! I highly encourage anyone interested to please reach out to me via email or Slack and will pass the information along. If you told me in person yesterday, your name has been noted and will be sent so no need to message me again!

As always, please feel free to email me or Slack message me with any questions. I cannot guarantee I have all the answers at the moment, but I will do my best to get them!

Best,

Jessica Farmer

APA Brass Specialist

jfarmer@hbuhsd.edu

Band Updates and Schedules

This past week we returned to classes, our drumline began meeting for rehearsals, and we started off the new year strong!I want to congratulate all of the students that auditioned for the HBUHSD District Honor Band. We had 25 HBHS students make the group, one of our best-represented years ever! Rehearsals start this coming week.

Honor Band results and chair placements are below...

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HBUHSD District Honor Band Schedule

Here is the rehearsal/performance schedule for the Honor Band:

Jan 14th 6-8:30pm - Rehearsal @ FVHS

Jan 28th 6-8:30pm - Sectionals (Woodwinds @ Marina, Brass @ FVHS, Percussion @ HBHS)

Feb 2nd 6-8:30pm - Rehearsal @ HBHS

Feb 10th 8:30am-4pm - All-day Rehearsal @ HBHS Auditorium

Feb 11th 3:15-4:45pm - Rehearsal @ HBHS Auditorium

Feb 11th 7:30pm - Concert @ HBHS Auditorium

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Parent Booster Meeting This Tuesday!

Please attend our Oiler Music Guild parent meeting this coming Tuesday @ 7pm in the HBHS Band Room. It is super important that we have someone from each family there to get important info on our second semester ensembles/volunteering needs/etc.

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Weekly Schedule

Monday

• 2-3:30pm Wind Ensemble Sectionals

• 3:30-6pm Sight Reading Audition Availability

• 6-9pm Drumline

Tuesday

• 7pm - Oiler Music Guild Parent Meeting!

  
  

Wednesday

• 1:41-3:22pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-5pm Sight Reading Audition Availability

• 6-8:30pm District Honor Band Rehearsal @ FVHS

Friday

• 1:41-3:22pm Wind Ensemble

• 3:30-5pm Sight Reading Audition Availability

• 3:30-6pm Drumline

• 7pm Pep Band @ HBHS Varsity Basketball Game

Saturday

• 10am-5pm Drumline Saturday Rehearsal

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