"Don't be afraid if things seem difficult in the beginning. That's only the initial impression. The important thing is not to retreat; you have to master yourself." --Olga Korbut

VHS Marching Band

VHS Marching Band
The Virginia High Band welcomes you to our blog. We invite and encourage you to leave your comments and questions on the topics that will be posted here. We hope this tool will be used by band members, parents, and the community to enhance communication.

For more information about our band, please visit www.bvps.org/vhsband.

Thursday, December 6, 2007

Merry Christmas


The Christmas Banquet will be held December 13 at 7:00 PM. Please get your reservation into Mr. Hopson by December 7th. There will be fun, entertainment, and great food! This is an event that you don't want to miss!

Monday, November 26, 2007

V-BOT Videos & Nationals


V-Bot Videos will be posted soon. We have experienced technical difficulties this season but hope to have a video or 2 posted for your viewing here within the next week. Thanks for your patience. In the meantime, the pictures from Nationals are now posted... hope you enjoy!

http://www.bvps.org/vhsband/USSBA%20Nationals/album/index.html

Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Southern States Championships


The Bearcat Band will compete at Carson Newman College this weekend, November 3rd. They will perform at 7:35 PM. Come out and show your support! Advance tickets are available from Mr. Hopson for a discounted price.

Friday, October 5, 2007

V-BOT

The Virginia High Band performed well in Kingsport last week finishing second. They will take to the road again this week, heading over to Bristol, TN where they will compete in the Stone Castle. We hope everyone will come out and support the band!! Their performance will begin at 7:20 so get there early so you don't miss it!

Friday, August 24, 2007

Out on the Field

The band looked great on Friday night during half time! Looks like we are going to have an exciting year. Check out the pictures on the webpage at http://www.bvps.org/vhsband/media.htm. Leave your comments here.

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

First Day of School

For band members, the first day of school means practice every day! Stay tuned for preview pictures of how the show is coming along. The first band performance will be at the football game on Thursday, August 23. This is a home game so plan to come out and support the band!!

Thursday, August 2, 2007

Practice, Practice, Practice!

The band has been practicing hard on the show for this season. It's going to be an awesome season! Check the band website for more pictures!

Parents, don't forget, you are invited to attend a short Band Booster meeting and then watch the band perform on Friday evening at 6:30 PM. Hope to see you there!

Sunday, July 22, 2007

What to expect at Band Camp

I know when I was a freshman (and then again as a parent of a freshman), I wondered what was going to happen at band camp. It can be an exciting, yet somewhat apprehensive time. Our band strives to be the best that it can be so expect to work hard while at camp, but you can also expect to have a lot of fun. Over the next 2 weeks, you will be spending 10 days, 12 hours a day (that's 120 hours!) with the band. You will learn new music, how to march, and you will get to know the band members and directors very well. If you have questions or comments, this is a great place to leave them. See you all tomorrow!!

Friday, July 20, 2007

Band Camp 2007

It's hard to believe but Band Camp begins on Monday! The summer has flown by quickly. Hope everyone is ready to learn the new show and have a great time!

Don't forget to bring plenty of water and sunscreen!

Welcome back and a BIG welcome to new members/freshmen.