Masterclasses

We are excited to announce that some of Houston’s finest professional musicians have been invited to work with our students here at Kempner. These accomplished experts bring years of experience and insight, and they will be providing our students with invaluable guidance as they continue to grow as musicians.

The focus of these sessions will be on helping students get a strong start on their All-State music. In addition, these professionals will work with students to enhance their sound quality and refine their technique. They will also be focusing on All-State etude #1.

This is a unique opportunity for our students to learn directly from top-level performers, and we’re confident it will be a powerful step forward in their musical journey.

Wind Ensemble students are required to attend.

• Tuesday, July 29th, 9am-11am- Saxophone Masterclass with Jaymee Lempricht

• Tuesday, July 29th, 1pm-3pm- Clarinet Masterclass with Michael Isadore

• Tuesday, July 29th, 2pm-4pm- Trumpet Masterclass with Zachary Lerner

• Friday, August 1st, 1pm-3pm- Flute Masterclass with Lauren Sanderson

• Friday, August 1st, 1pm-3pm- Trumpet Masterclass with Rochelle Sloan

• Friday, August 1st, 1pm-3pm- Low Brass Masterclass with Webb Gardner

Freshman Band Camp

THERE HAS BEEN A TIME CHANGE FOR FRESHMAN CAMP!!! IT IS NOW 1pm-5pm. I am so sorry for the inconvenience. If you have already made arrangements for them to be here in the morning, they are still welcome to come.

Freshman Band Camp is 1pm-5pm July 24th-25th

Attendance is MANDATORY for all Woodwind and Brass Students.

Location will be at Kempner High School from 1pm-5pm. You will drop your students off by the band hall doors in the back of the school. Students are expected to arrive by 12:45am at the latest.

What to Bring: ● Instrument and Flip Folder and Lyre ● Tennis shoes - No open toed shoes or boots ● White T-Shirts and comfortable shorts ● Black Binder with Music in Sheet Protectors ● Sunglasses ● Hat ● Sunscreen ● A POSITIVE attitude!!

Full Band Camp begins on Monday, July 28th. Please check the calendar for all dates and times.

Action Items Before Band Camp 25-26

BAND CAMP IS MANDATORY FOR ALL BAND STUDENTS!!!

Camp begins July 21st for Percussion and Color Guard, July 24th for new freshman, and July 28th for All Members. . Check the calendar for a complete schedule of all rehearsals.

Physicals

All band students should have completed and turned in a physical by now. If you have not done so, please take care of this ASAP. All students must have a physical to participate in Band. For more information regarding physicals, please click here: physicals

Flip Folder/Lyre

All woodwind and brass students are required to have a flip folder and a lyre. You can purchase these items at any of our local music stores; Music & Arts, H&H, Fort Bend Music Center. You must have these items by July 24th.

White T-Shirts/Rehearsal uniform

All band students must wear white-t-shirts at marching band rehearsals including band camp. It is okay if the t-shirts have logos or writing on them, as long as they are mostly white. Students must wear some type of tennis shoe for rehearsals; no sandals, slides, high heels, etc. NO CROCS!!! It is recommended that students wear basketball style shorts for rehearsal. There is no requirement for color.

Hot Weather Uniform

We wear hot weather uniforms for football games and performances when the temperature is extreme, usually the first 2-4 games of the year. We also wear hot weather uniforms for pep rallies, after performances at contest, etc..

• Member Shirt(provided)

• Black Athletic Shorts

• Black Ankle Socks

• Marching Shoes

Band Fees

The general band fee for 25-26 is $400. The Final band fee payment is due August 1st. Students may not be given a spot in our marching band show if fees have not been taken care of. You can see all information regarding fees on this page: Band Fees.