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PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Saturday, January 23, 2010 by Donna Plumart
PANCAKE BREAKFAST WITH WINDSOR HS & MS BANDS
Saturday, January 30, 8 am to 11 am, Windsor High School Commons
Come start your Saturday with a filling breakfast of pancakes and sausage!
Pancakes served up by Chris Cakes of St. Louis, "Pancake Flippin' Fools"
All you can eat pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice.
$8.00 at the door, $7.00 in advance from a band student.
$5.00 for kids under 8 years.
Band and Winterguard performances throughout the morning:
8:00 AM - Jazz Band
8:30 AM - Pancake Eating Contest
9:00 AM - Cadet Band
9:30 AM - Concert Band
10:30 AM - Winterguard
Raffles and and 50/50's.
Please Come Support The Band!
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2009 STL Thanksgiving Day Parade Results Are In!
Wednesday, December 02, 2009 by Jim Sparks
Congratulations to the WGB for another outstanding performance in the 2009 St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade in downtown St. Louis.
Musicians, instructors, parents and fans braved cold temps and high winds on a frigid Turkey Day morning to bring holiday cheer and warmth to thousands of live spectators and television viewers.
In true Windsor fashion, the WGB returned home with more awards for the 2009 season...
2nd Place Parade Performance
Best Guard
Best Drum Majors
Congratulations and many thanks to the Windsor Golden Brigade for another awesome performance and a great finish to an excellent season!
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WGB WINS 1ST PLACE TROPHY AT 2009 GSLMBF!
Thursday, October 29, 2009 by Jim Sparks
Congratulations to the Windsor Golden Brigade for bringing home the 1st Place trophy from the Greater St. Louis Marching Band Festival for the first time since 1992!
In addition to the 1st Place trophy, the WGB also received trophies for Best Music Performance and Best General Effect, and for the 2nd year in a row Windsor earned first place in the GSLMBF ticket sales competition!
Be sure to keep your eye out in the Arnold/Imperial Leader and the Jefferson County Suburban Journal for complete details of the event.
Many thanks to all the parents and fans that helped make the 2009 WGB Marching Season a success, with special thanks to all those that purchased tickets for the 2009 GSLMBF. We appreciate, and depend on, your continued support and enthusiasm!
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WMI 2009 Photos Now Online
Sunday, August 02, 2009 by Jim Sparks
There are almost 800 photos from the 2009 Windsor Music Institute online at www.JimSparks.com. New image browsing features make it easier and faster to find and purchase your favorite images. Check out the Windsor Golden Brigade gallery at www.JimSparks.com...remember, all purchases generate a donation to the Windsor Music Department! Thanks for your support!
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Windsor Logo Items Now Available!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 by Jim Sparks
If you haven't been by JimSparks.Com in a while you might want to stop by and check it out. The site has been completely overhauled with an all-new image browsing section which makes it easier and faster to find and purchase the images you want.
We've also added several new products, including canvas gallery wraps, fine art prints, magnets, keychains and buttons!
Plus, we've created a new "Windsor Select" gallery of images. We've added a whole new section of Windsor Logos, including music and instrument specific logos. These new Windsor logos make great posters, locker magnets, buttons and keychains! Order yours today to show your school spirit AND support the Windsor Music Department!
www.JimSparks.com - your online resource for Windsor photos and spirit stuff!
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WindsorBands.Com Has a New Host!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 by Jim Sparks
If you've been trying to visit WindsorBands.Com over the last week and found the site missing or broken, it's because we moved the site to a new, more reliable and much faster server. The site should work much faster for most visitors and can handle the regular traffic we get from Windsor students, faculty, parents, friends and fans...which adds up to quite a bit!
As always, thanks for visiting and be sure to check back often for new features and improvements now that we've completed our hosting transition. Have a great day!
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Photo Opportunity for 2010 Windsor Band Seniors
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 by Jim Sparks
Hey Seniors! As you head into this summer and your last year at Windsor High School you will no doubt be making arrangements for your Senior Photos. I would like to offer you an opportunity for a no-risk, lower-cost, creative and custom photo shoot for your Senior Photos. Most of you have gotten to know me, and my camera, over the last few years as part of the Windsor music program. I will work with you to achieve the personalized look you want for your Senior Photos, in a comfortable and fun environment...bring as many outfits and props as you like, choose multiple locations for the shoot, and even bring along a couple of friends to help put you at ease and spark some creativity, bringing out your personality and style.
Catch up with me at any Windsor music event to discuss and schedule your photo shoot, or contact me through www.JimSparks.com, www.PhocusGallery.com or on Facebook. We are scheduling shoots all Summer long. There is absolutely no cost to you for the shoot AND any prints you choose to purchase after the shoot will generate a donation to the Windsor Music Department.
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WGB on Facebook
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 by Donna Plumart
We now have a page on Facebook.
Golden Brigade 2009: California Dreamin'
Parents and students may join...schedule updates, photos, other necessary info will be posted.
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Forms and Fees Night - Tuesday, July 21, 6:30 pm to 9 pm in the Band Room
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 by Donna Plumart
Forms and Fees Night - Tuesday, July 21, 6:30 pm to 9 pm in the Band Room
Camp and other fees may run between $400 to $450, depending on the instrument played,
and shoes and clothing needed.
All fees are due on or before Forms and Fees Night. Funds may be deposited in the student’s band account prior to Forms & Fees Nights, as a pre-payment plan. The WBPA and band directors do not want finances to keep any student from participating in band. If there is a problem with payment, the parent may contact the director (or WBPA President) and work out payment options with the WBPA. However, payment arrangements must be made at least 1 week prior to Forms and Fees Night (by July 14, 2009).
Student account balances will be mailed on or before the July WBPA meeting. If you would like to receive your students balance (or debit) before then, please reply to this email with your name, your student's name and an email address to send the information to
Payments may be mailed to:
WBPA
PO Box 816
Imperial, MO 63052
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GB Practice for June & July
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 by Donna Plumart
June 4 - Section Leader / Drum Major Meeting – 12:15 p.m.to 1:00 p.m.
July 10 - Section Leader and Drum Major Meeting – 8:00 to 11:30
July 13 – 14 Rookie with Section Leaders & Drum Majors 8:00 to 11:30
July 15 – 17 Full Band practice 8:00 – 12:00
July 20 – 24 Full Band practice 8:00 – 12:00
July 21 Forms and Fees night 6:30 PM – HS Band Room
July 25 - Section Leaders and Drum Majors leave for Camp Woodland Hills to line the field! Tentative Plan
July 26 – 31 Marching Band Camp at St. Clair / Camp Woodland Hills
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Drumline Dates Announced
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 by Donna Plumart
Drumline for June and July:
Thursdays - 6 to 8:30 PM in the Band Room
June 25
July 9, 16 & 23
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Band Banquet Photos Now Available
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 by Jim Sparks
Photos from the Windsor Band Banquet last night are now available at www.JimSparks.com. Remember, all sales at JimSparks.com generate a donation to the Windsor Music Department! Thanks for your support!
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Important News & Reminders
Monday, May 11, 2009 by Jim Sparks
The Spring Lock-In is coming up...forms are required to attend and are available in the Windsor HS Band room. If you plan on attending you must turn in a form...no form? No party!
Section Leader applications are due MONDAY! Yeah, that's today! If you haven't submitted your application and want to be considered for a section leader position, stop by the Windsor HS Band room and get your application!
The smell of freshly cut grass is in the air, temperatures are on the rise...that means it's almost time for WGB Marching Band Season!! Stop by the Windsor HS Band Room for your 2009 Marching Band Intent Form and join the award winning Windsor Golden Brigade for another fun, challenging and rewarding season on the field!
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2009 Band Banquet RSVP Reminder!
Monday, May 11, 2009 by Jim Sparks
Your RSVP for the 2009 Band Banquet is due TOMORROW! If you haven't already sent in your RSVP, please bring it to the WBPA Meeting tonight at 7:00PM in the Windsor HS Band room or the Tuesday night Spring Concert at 7:00PM in the Windsor HS Gym.
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This Week in Band
Monday, May 11, 2009 by Jim Sparks
The monthly WBPA Meeting is tonight at 7:00PM in the Windsor HS Band Room. Please note this is a departure from our normal Tuesday meeting time. All band parents are encouraged to attend!
We have TWO awesome concerts coming up this week...
Spring Concert #1
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 / 7:00 p.m. in the Windsor High School (old) gym. Students should arrive at the high school between 6:25 and 6:35.
Concert #1 will feature students in the WMS Beginning Band, WMS Junior Band and WHS Concert Band!
Spring Concert #2
Thursday, May 14, 2009 / 7:00 p.m. in the Windsor High School (old) gym. Students should arrive between 6:25 and 6:35. This concert will feature the WMS Cadet Band, WHS Jazz and Concert Bands!
We encourage everyone to attend both concerts, and feel free to bring friends and family to enjoy two evenings of great music!
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Cardinal Tickets Winner Announced!
Monday, May 11, 2009 by Jim Sparks
Recently the WBPA held a raffle for FOUR St. Louis Cardinal Baseball tickets for the July 15 game against the Brewers! THE WINNER OF THE DRAWING IS. . . . . drum roll please . . . . . Craig Berry!! Thanks to all that purchased a raffle ticket!
Congratulations Craig! Enjoy the game!
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"Try an Instrument Night" Photos
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 by Jim Sparks
88 photos from "Try an Instrument Night 2009" have been published at www.JimSparks.com. All sales from the site generate a donation to the Windsor Music Department. Your support is greatly appreciated!
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Changes at PhocusGallery.Com!
Thursday, March 26, 2009 by Jim Sparks
As we gear up for the close of the 2008-2009 season and prepare for next year, we've made some changes at PhocusGallery.Com that we hope will make getting your favorite Windsor Music photos faster and easier AND increase the donation potential for the Windsor Music Department.
Here are the details:
First, we've created a new site at www.JimSparks.com. This site works pretty much the same as the PhocusGallery site, and if you created an account at PhocusGallery.Com you should not have to re-register at JimSparks.Com. PhocusGallery.Com is designed for fine-art photography to be used for home and office decor. JimSparks.Com is designed for our on-location and event photography, like the Windsor Golden Brigade competitions.
Next, we moved the Windsor Music Gallery from PhocusGallery.Com to JimSparks.Com. Don't worry, if you forget and go to PhocusGallery.Com you'll see a reminder and a link to visit JimSparks.Com for Windsor images.
Next, we overhauled our tools for adding images to the site. We can now add hundreds of images in a matter of minutes. This means we can post more images from each event and we can post them within 24 hours of the event.
We've increased the donation amount to the Windsor Music Department from 10% of gross sales to 15% of gross sales.
And, to make it even better, ALL sales at JimSparks.Com will generate a donation to the Windsor Music Department, not just purchases from the Windsor Music gallery! Starting in 2009 we will be covering more events around Windsor, Imperial, Arnold and Jefferson County. This will give us greater exposure and a wider range of customers which will hopefully result in more revenure for the music department.
Be sure to check out www.jimsparks.com and add us to our favorites list!
As always, thanks for your support!
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Mizzou Low Brass Ensemble Photos at PhocusGallery.Com!
Tuesday, March 03, 2009 by Jim Sparks
About 40 new images, from the Mizzou Low Brass Ensemble's recent trip to Windsor, have been added to the Windsor Music Gallery at www.PhocusGallery.Com! Remember, a portion of all profits from the Windsor Music Gallery are donated to the Windsor Music Department. Thanks for your support!
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We Need Your Help...and Your Home!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 by Jim Sparks
Windsor is hosting a group of musicians from Mizzou on Friday February 27th. These musicians need a place to stay overnight on Thursday February 26th and a ride to the Windsor Campus Friday morning.
If you can help, please contact the WBPA or the Music Department office right away!
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New Photos at www.PhocusGallery.Com
Thursday, January 29, 2009 by Jim Sparks
PhocusGallery.Com has just published new photos from 3 Windsor Music events: The 2008 St. Louis Holiday (Thanksgiving) Parade, the First Annual Kimmswick Christmas Parade, and the Windsor Holiday Concerts featuring all of the Windsor bands.
All sales in the Windsor Music gallery generate a donation to the Windsor Music Department. Thanks for your support!
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Christmas Concerts
Thursday, December 04, 2008 by Donna Plumart
First Concert - 1:30 - Beginning Band and HS Jazz & HS Concert Band
Second Concert - 4:15 - Junior Band - Cadet Band and HS Concert Band
All Golden Brigade family and friends are welcome at this festive celebration of Christmas music!
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Congratulations
Thursday, December 04, 2008 by Donna Plumart
Congratulations Golden Brigade!
2nd Place - Christmas In St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade Marching Band Competition!
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Congratulations
Thursday, December 04, 2008 by Donna Plumart
Congratulations to the Golden Brigade
2nd Place - Christmas In St. Louis Thanksgiving Day Parade Marching Band Compitition
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Windsor Wins Again in Potosi
Monday, October 13, 2008 by Jim Sparks
The WGB travelled to Potosi on Saturday for the 2008 Potosi Bi-State Marching Invitational, where they earned the AAA Division 3rd Place trophy and a spot in the finals competition with the top bands from all divisions.
In finals competition the WGB's performance of "Dusk to Dawn" ranked them 8th overall out of 24 bands attending the competition. Way to go OWLS!!
Congratulations to the Fox Marching Warriors for their stellar performance Saturday which earned them the 1st place trophy in their division (AAAA) curshing second place by almost 6 points, and for finishing 2nd overall in finals competition with less than .8 points from 1st place. March on, Warriors!!
Many thanks to the parents and fans that came out to support the band for an ultra-long day in Potosi, and special thanks to all the volunteers who pitched in to make the day success. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.
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Greater St. Louis Marching Band Festival Tickets On Sale NOW!
Sunday, October 05, 2008 by Jim Sparks
The premiere competition event of the 2008 Windsor Golden Brigade season, the St. Louis Marching Band Festival at the Edward Jones Dome in downtown St. Louis, is rapidly approaching on Saturday, October 25th.
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!! SALE ENDS OCTOBER 8th, 2008!
The WGB is in a heated race for first place in ticket sales and your support is needed! Please order a ticket or two for yourself and give your friends, family, coworkers and neighbors the opportunity to experience the WGB's stellar, award winning performance of "Dusk to Dawn" on the Rams field under the Dome lights!
TIckets much be purchased through the Windsor Music Department on or before October 8th! Show your school spirit and contact the band office today for more information and to place your ticket order right away!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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Varsity Owls Hand Defeat to Jaguars!
Sunday, October 05, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Congratulations to the Windsor Owls Varsity Football Team for their 33-28 victory over the Seckman Jaguars Friday night at Windsor Stadium!
Good luck and victory wishes to the Varsity Owls as you hit the road this weekend and take the game to Hillsboro. GO OWLS!!
Be sure to see the Owls next home game on October 17th when they square off against Desoto. Fall weather, food, football and the Windsor Golden Brigade at half time...is there any better way to spend a Friday night?
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Windsor Wraps Up 3rd at Washington
Sunday, October 05, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Props and shouts to the WGB for their perfomance of "Dusk to Dawn" this Saturday, which earned the Brigade a Third Place trophy at the Washington Marching Band Festival. With only 1.33 points separating 2nd and 3rd place, and only 3 points between the top 3 bands, it was a very exciting and tight competition.
With the marching season winding down you only have two more chances to see the Windsor Golden Brigade in 2008! Join us this Saturday in Potosi for a full day of preliminary and finals competition at one of the largest and most exciting marching band invitationals in Missouri. Come volunteer in the support area and enjoy a day of music, marching, fun and food (BBQ by the WBPA!) this Saturday!
Your last, and possibly best, chance of seeing the WGB perform will be on Saturday, October 25th at the Edward Jones Dome in downtown St. Louis! The Greater St. Louis Marching Band Festival is the culmination of a season of hard word and dedication by the WGB which began in June and ends at the Dome in October. This is a premium event and TICKETS ARE REQUIRED! The WGB is in a heated race for 1st place in ticket sales this year and your support is needed! Tickets are available for as little as $10. Friends, family, neighbors and coworkers will be awed, amazed by the WGB's performance of "Dusk to Dawn" at the Dome! Greater St. Louis Marching Band Festival tickets also make a great gift, so even if you are unable to attend, pick up a couple of tickets and give a friend or loved one the gift of Windsor Music!
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Calendar and Awards!!
Wednesday, October 01, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Be sure to stay up to date on the Windsor Music Department schedule by visiting either the Calendar or Schedule pages at www.windsorbands.com. Both pages show you the same information in different ways, letting you choose which method is easiest for you. When new information and/or itineraries for scheduled events become available we will update the events in the calendar/schedule. We want www.windsorbands.com to be your one-stop resource for everything music related at Windsor.
Also, be sure to check out the OFTEN UPDATED awards page. This page currently features award listings for the WGB for 2006 through 2008. As the year goes on we will use this page for other music related awards earned by Windsor musicians and performers, as well as individual such as District and State placement by Windsor musicians. The information is always changing, so be sure to check back often!
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Congratulations and Thanks
Monday, September 29, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Congratulations to the WGB for another outstanding performance at the Sullivan Marching Band Festival this past Saturday. The Golden Brigade brought home the 2nd Place trophy for their division with a very slim margin between First and Second. "Dusk to Dawn" looks more impressive each week and we only have 3 competitions left! If you haven't seen the show, be sure to check out the WGB at any Windsor home football game, or come lend your support at this weekend's competition in Washington,MO.
Many many thanks to everyone that came out to watch and support the WGB over the course of a very long Homecoming Weekend. Special thanks to all of the volunteers who helped with the many aspects of running a marching band program and helping the Windsor musicians and performers continue their tradition of pride and excellence. I can't begin to name you all by name...you know who you are and please accept our thanks.
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Windsor Rocks at Farmington
Sunday, September 21, 2008 by Jim Sparks
The Windsor Golden Brigade brought home the 2nd place trophy for their performance of "Dusk to Dawn" in Farmington on Saturday. The WGB Drumline earned a 1st place trophy for their thundering performance of precision, and the outstanding WGB Drum Majors secured a 1st place trophy in true Windsor fashion.
Congratulations to the entire Golden Brigade, Mr.Wisdom and Mr. Hermach on another award winning WGB performance.
Be sure to join us this Friday night to help rally the Windsor High School Football Owls to victory at the Homecoming Game, and see us compete at the Sullivan Marching Band Festival this Saturday! Check our event schedule for more details!
GO OWLS!
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See the WGB in Farmington this Saturday!!
Thursday, September 18, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Welcome back to WindsorBands.Com! Thanks for visiting!
After a successful 3rd place performance with the best Color Guard in their class, the WGB takes their performance of "Dusk to Dawn" on the road to Farmington Missouri this weekend.
For more details about the upcoming Farmington Marching Band Festival, check our Calendar or Schedule pages!
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New Photos at PhocusGallery.Com!
Thursday, September 11, 2008 by Jim Sparks
New photos from the WGB's 3rd Thursday Night MB Practice, Windsor's First Home FB Game and the Jefferson County Preview Show at Fox HS have been added to the Windsor Music gallery at PhocusGallery.Com. See them at www.phocusgallery.com...all purchases in the Windsor Music Gallery generate a donation for the music department, so tell your friends and relatives to check it out too!
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Changes, Upgrades, News and Info All on the Way at WindsorBands.Com
Monday, August 25, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Greetings! We've published some upgrades to the site today to make it easy for site administrators to quickly post content such as news and schedule information to the WindsorBands.Com site.
As always, thanks for stopping by and we hope you'll keep checking back for new stuff now that we've gotten things rolling here again for the 2008 Marching season.
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Welcome Back!
Monday, February 11, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Thanks for taking the time to stop by WindsorBands.Com. It's been a busy Fall/Winter season for both the Windsor Music Program and your Webmaster, so we have not been updating the site as much as we would like. We appreciate and thank you for your patience while we try to make WindsorBands.Com the resource we all would like it to be. -The Webmaster
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From The Director...
Sunday, February 10, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Be sure to check out The Director's Corner for the latest and greatest "Words of Wisdom" including Spring Trip and performance/schedule info!
Please don't miss this section as I have added a lot of information that has been sent to me that I have not been able to publish! I will try to do better! Thanks! -The Webmaster
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SPRING 2008 SCHEDULE RELEASED!
Sunday, February 10, 2008 by Jim Sparks
You probably thought that the fall schedule was busy! Be sure to download and print the Windsor Music 2008 Spring Schedule and add the dates to your calendar!
The schedule for the Windsor Music Program is also available on our Event Schedule page!
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Concerts and Performances NOT TO MISS!
Tuesday, January 29, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Beginning Band Concert
with a guest appearance by the Windsor High School Jazz Band
Tuesday, February 26th, 7:00PM in the Middle School gymnasium
State Music Festival
For all Concert Band members
Friday, March 28th
District Music Festival
For soloists and small ensembles
Saturday, March 29th
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FUNDRAISING!
Wednesday, January 23, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Need to build up your student account? We have several fundraising opportunities available to help! Check out the Fundraising page for the details on WBPA fundraising opportunites like the Candy Sale, Entertainment Book Clearance Special and GOLD CARDS!
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WGB CropFest 2008 is February 22nd and 23rd 2008!
Wednesday, January 23, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Grab your photos and a friend! Join us for a full evening and day of SCRAPBOOKING! Leave your books and supplies setup Friday night and get right back to it Saturday morning! Consultants from Creative Memories, Close To My Heart and Stamping Up will be available and ready to help!
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WGB CropFest 2008 is Feburary 22nd and 23rd!!
Wednesday, January 23, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Grab your photos and a friend! Join us for a full evening and day of SCRAPBOOKING! Leave your books and supplies setup Friday night and get right back to it Saturday morning! Consultants from Creative Memories, Close To My Heart and Stamping Up will be available and ready to help!
Visit the WBPA Fundraising page for full details!
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Golden Touch WinterGuard Support Team Needed!
Sunday, January 13, 2008 by Jim Sparks
Golden Touch WinterGuard are in need of a support team!
Chaperone, set-up and trailering help needed! WG will be using the small trailer, a driver with a medium SUV or truck will be needed.
If you are available on any of the following dates, to go along to WG competitions, please reply, or contact Miss Wogtech.
February 2 - Rockwood Summit
February 9 - Eureka
February 23 - Francis Howell Central
March 8 - O'fallon
March 15 Northwest
April 5 - Nixa (overnight)
Thanks,
WBPA
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The Pursuit ends at the Edwards Jones Dome
Saturday, October 27, 2007 by Jim Sparks
The Windsor Golden Brigade travelled to the Edward Jones Dome in downtown St. Louis for their final competition performance of "In Pursuit" on Saturday. The WGB wrapped up the marching season by bringing home the Blue Division 4th place trophy at the Greater St. Louis Marching Band Festival, with an outstanding performance competing against some of the best marching bands in the Bi-State area.
Many congratulations and thanks to all of the musicians and peformers in the WGB for their hard work, perserverance, good attitude and sportsmanship throughout the 2007 marching season. It has been a pleasure, and exciting, to spend the season with you and watch you make Windsor proud time and time again with every effort. See you at the lock-in and the Thanksgiving Day Parade!!
Special thanks to all of the band parents and their friends and family that came out to make the season happen. We couldn't get the job done without you and we appreciate your support, hard work and of course...patience.
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Greater St. Louis Marching Band Festival
Saturday, October 27, 2007 by Jim Sparks
The last stop on the Windsor Golden Brigade's 2007 "In Pursuit" tour was the Edward Jones Dome in downtown St. Louis on Saturday. By getting everything packed and ready to go Friday night, we were able to avoid Apple Butter Festival traffic Saturday morning and arrived at The Dome as scheduled and began preparations in the cold morning air. The preparation was especially difficult on the kids because of everything it takes to make a performance happen at The Dome, but they remained focused and gave a great performance in a professional venue in front of the largest group of spectators they have seen this season. After spending a few fun-filled hours at Union Station after the performance, the WGB returned to The Dome to see the Gold Division and special guests perform before the awards ceremony. The drum majors from all competing bands were escorted onto the field by the 135th U.S. Army Band. Our drum majors were impressive as always, professional and attentive, accepting the Blue Division 4th Place Trophy with Windsor pride and sportsmanship.
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Parents At Practice
Monday, October 01, 2007 by Jim Sparks
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2007
WINDSOR GOLDEN BRIGADE STADIUM
7:15 PM TO 9 PM
COME ENJOY A FUN EVENING WITH FELLOW BAND PARENTS AND FAMILIES
EACH FAMILY PLEASE BRING A SNACK TO SHARE, LARGE ENOUGH TO SERVE 20—25
BEVERAGES PROVIDED
QUESTIONS…EMAIL WINDSORBAND@YAHOO.COM
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SECOND PLACE ON A SUNNY SATURDAY IN SULLIVAN!
Saturday, September 29, 2007 by Jim Sparks
WAY TO GO WGB!! The Windsor Golden Brigade and their support team travelled to Sullivan, Missouri on Saturday for their third competition of the season. The concrete stands were hard to play against, the wind was crazy and the release of Halo 3 made almost everyone a little more tired than usual, but in true Windsor fashion the WGB brought home the 2nd place trophy. CONGRATULATIONS!!
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Next Stop...Sullivan, Missouri
Sunday, September 23, 2007 by Jim Sparks
Come out and show your support for the Windsor Golden Brigade this Saturday in Sullivan, Missouri. The Marching Band will be performing their award winning presentation "In Pursuit" featuring music from "Catch Me If You Can", "North By Northwest", and "The Fugitive." The Windsor High School football team also has a home game this Friday night at Windsor Stadium, and the WGB performs at half-time at every home football game. Come see what all the talk is about! It's a great show!! More news regarding these two events will be coming in the next couple of days. Keep checking back!
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WGB DOES IT AGAIN! FIRST PLACE!!
Saturday, September 22, 2007 by Jim Sparks
After a long morning of sharpening their skills on the field, enduring Summer heat and a mechanical failure in Pit Transportation, the Windsor Golden Brigade brought home the White Division 1st Place Trophy for their incredible performance of "In Pursuit" at the Farmington Marching Invitational on Saturday. As tradition dictates, the Marching Band dominated the Farmington Ryan's Steakhouse for about an hour for a good meal, which doubled as a victory celebration! Congratulations to the Golden Brigade and thanks for all your hard work and patience in the heat to bring home a first-class win.
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Farmington Marching Invitational...Another Success!
Saturday, September 22, 2007 by Jim Sparks
The second stop on the Windsor Golden Brigade's 2007 Competition Schedule was the Farmington Marching Invitational today in Farmington, Missouri. Once again, the WGB looked and sounded sharp and professional, but this time in searing Summer heat that caused problems for many kids and parents alike. In addition to the parent vehicles that helped carry support items to the event, we travelled with 2 school buses of musicians, an equipment bus, and 3 support vehicles pulling trailers. Many thanks to the Band Dads that spent their time in the heat laying on the rocky parking lot working on the ATV to get it ready for the performance. Thanks to everyone who lent a hand to make the trip a success, and thanks and appreciation to the parents and their guests who made the trip to see the perfomance and give their support from the stands.
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A Successful First Competition
Saturday, September 15, 2007 by Jim Sparks
The Windsor Golden Brigade travelled to Belleville, IL Saturday for their first competition of the 2007 season. The kids did an outstanding job, looked great in their new uniforms, represented Windsor in excellent fashion and brought home two awards. Many thanks to everyone who donated their time and efforts to make it possible for the Golden Brigade to participate in the event. From packing trailers and hauling gear, to adjusting uniforms and pushing monster cubes across the track and field, the Golden Brigade Support Staff deserves thanks and appreciation for their efforts.
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GOLDEN BRIGADE COMES HOME A WINNER!
Saturday, September 15, 2007 by Jim Sparks
Congratulations to the Windsor Golden Brigade for an impressive performance Saturday at the Belleville East Marching Invitational! After a slightly delayed departure and a minor detour due to road construction, the Marching Band arrived true to form to perform "In Pursuit" and received Best Visual Performance and Best Auxiliary awards! See you next Saturday at the Farmington Marching Invitational!! (...and Friday night at the football game!)
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Don't Forget to Register
Friday, September 14, 2007 by Jim Sparks
WindsorBands.Com features "member's only" areas for Windsor friends, students and parents. Registration is required so you can sign into the site with your own account and access these exclusive areas. Use the link "Get An Account!" located at the top right of the screen, near the "Sign In" button, to register and get your account today!
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Spread the word! We've Got a New Web Site!!
Friday, September 14, 2007 by Jim Sparks
v1.0 of our new site is now online! We are working to keep the site up-to-date with important information as well as fun stuff like pictures and videos of Windsor events, practices, competitions and whatever! Keeping checking back for new articles, information and site features! If you have comments about the new site or would like to suggest new features or areas for the site, email our webmaster at [webmaster email] any time.
As always, thank you for your continued support of the WBPA and the Windsor Music Program.
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