Dega Darlins Addition

Dega Addition 2011-2012

2011-07-18T13:56:00.000-05:00

So far it is a great year for the Dega Addition. After following a group winning 2nd place at championships, this years group is ambitious and striving to do their best. The rehearsals we have had have been great and each one is a little better than the rest. I look forward to the year ahead and hope that each girl has a wonderful time.

CONGRATULATIONS!

2011-05-15T21:16:00.002-05:00

Congratulations to the members of the 2011-2012 Dega Addition winterguard! The line was set on April 30th and includes:

Destiny Lawler
Ashleigh Farmer
Jessica Wilcox
Jessica McKenzie
Kayla Mellon
Savannah Franklin
Peyton Waters
Jaylnn Weaver
Brianna Curry

I'm looking forward to this year getting to know you all and work with you! Practice up this summer! I have lots of ideas in store!

Love,
Lacey

HAPPY SPRING BREAK!

2011-03-16T14:07:00.000-05:00

Hi. Happy Spring BREAK!

I just wanted to remind you to look at the Calendar on Dega Band . It has been updated with MANY rehearsals for the next two weeks.

Look at it close and often. The times are slightly sporadic. I tried to move them around and fit in groups where we could to get the most out of what we need.

I am looking forward to the mad dash to the finish in Nashville. REST UP!

update

2011-01-30T18:21:00.000-06:00

The Calendar has been updated for this week. Please view it for rehearsals and times! All rehearsals this week will be at ZEJH!

Don't forget flags, uniform parts, etc.

Mission Field Day: Completed!

2011-01-16T01:33:00.002-06:00

Grace, Amber, Andrea, Anna, and Alex...

Congratulations on your first show of the season! It was a great run, and each of you should be proud of yourselves and each other. (I know I am!) You all really came alive in front of that crowd!

Also, I want yall to take a minute and realize that you learned a great deal of your work over the past 2 days! TWO DAYS! That's fantastic. If you can keep up the same work ethic that you showed us on Thursday and Friday, like I know you can, you will go very far. And I for one can't wait to see you every step of the way.

Now, enjoy your long weekend (as if you weren't rested enough from the snow days! :P)! Experiment with some tosses, flag work, or dance, or sleep. Haha.

I love each and everyone of you, and you all make me so very proud!

<3Lacey

Almost time

2011-01-12T18:37:00.000-06:00

Hi Ladies!

Almost time for the 2011 season to officially kick off. I was reminded today of what a great year last year was and wanted to kick off this season officially with a blast from last year. I just watched this again and I thought how fitting that I post it for the season that is about to begin. Everyone struggles from time to time.... on the floor.... off the floor... in school.... in friendships... in guard.... in life... but in the end what we think might literally kill us... often times are the things that we laugh at the most.... much later that is. So enjoy the struggles of last years Dega Darlins for a minute and remember what a trip it was for them from field day to championships. If you find your heart racing and that you are holding your breath.... you can stop.... they win. ....lol. (When I watched it, I did that for some reason.... thought I would spare you the suspense.)

see you guys tomorrow at ELLIS! (meet in the bandroom... or as I have recently named it... the winter guard storage room.)

1.13.2011 practice!

2011-01-10T22:12:00.002-06:00

Hey girls!

I hope you all have been enjoying your snow days! (and piecing together and practicing your new show material! ha!)

On Thursday at your practice you need to come with your hair in a low ponytail. Pin back, hairspray, and gel down everything as necessary, no fly aways! (I might attack you with hairspray, and you might end up with a hair helmet, haha.) Oh and come with no eye makeup on (or just mascara is fine) we are going to do a test run of that too.
Also, we need you to all wear the same color. I'm going to assume that your band shirts would be good since you all have one, and probably red shorts. HOWEVER, if you all want to talk about it and make sure you have the exact same color of shirt let me know and you should be able to wear that.

And on a side note, come with great attitudes and ready to perform! Last week was really productive, I would love to keep up that pace.

I am super excited to see what this season brings you!
I love you girls!

SNOW!

2011-01-10T19:09:00.000-06:00

Hi Ladies!

I mentioned that we need to start using the blog and what better time than right NOW!

I hope you guys are enjoying the few snow days that you have had. With Field day coming up, look at www.degaband.com for calendar updates. Most of the changes did not involve your group, however its good to be informed.

See you soon!

photos available

2010-04-14T16:48:00.002-05:00

The photos from SCGC are now online and available for viewing and ordering.

Click HERE to visit Jolesh Photography, the official photographer for SCGC Championships.

Browse around and look at other groups as well as our own.

Enjoy!

2010/2011 Dega Darlins Addition.... Congrats!!!!!!!!

2010-04-09T22:02:00.000-05:00

2010/2011 Dega Darlins Addition!

Terencea

Amber

Alex

Andrea

Anna

I am very proud of you young ladies and know that you will have an outstanding year.

Such a good group of young ladies to work together and grow.

Small in number but LARGE in quality!

TRYOUTS!!! CLINIC MONDAY, APRIL 5th!!!!

2010-04-04T22:54:00.000-05:00

Just a reminder that tryout clinic for Dega Darlins and Dega Darlin Addition begins tomorrow April 5th at THS.

If you have not picked up an information packet, you may do so in the band office. You must have your fee and form to stay for clinic so be sure you take care of it.

Any Young lady that will be in the 9th-12th grade next school year, 2010-2011, may audition. No experience is required. See you there!

SCGC Championships... a great 5th place finish!!!!

2010-03-28T21:23:00.000-05:00

This WEEK!!!!

2010-03-24T11:30:00.000-05:00

The time is quickly approaching.... Hard to believe the 2nd season for Dega Darlins Addition is wrapping up. I am very excited about the trip coming up and I am even more excited about the dedication, hard work and preparation that I have seen from such an wonderful group of talented and spirited young ladies. :) The things you have changed and improved upon this week are really wonderful. I am so proud of you to be able to change so quickly and efficiently, what a great season of growth for this group.

A few last minute details to help us as we get closer to departure.

The Itinerary online is correct. We do have the performance times that are within that block, but overall everything stays pretty much the same. When you receive the official itinerary on Friday morning you will the exact time that we discussed posted. Also, instead of going downtown for dinner, we will go for lunch, which will give us more time. In the meantime if you have questions ASK!
We discussed the possibility of going to Wild Horse as a group. As of right now, enough people have not turned in their information. If they do by this afternoon then we will go, if not then we will not. I will let you know when I am positive.
TRAVEL FORMS ARE PAST DUE!!!!!!
INTERSTATE: There is a large delay on I-65 North around the Cullman exit. It has been advised that we find an alternate route due to the fact the delay has taken up to 2 hours, which we do not have in our schedule. It is only 20 more minutes according to google maps to go to Gadsden, get on I-59 and go North to Chattanooga then over to Nashville. The total trip being 4 hours and 23 minutes as opposed to 4 hours. The downfall is that they are doing construction here as well and it is a one lane road... however, the traffic moves at a consistent pace here and will not slow us too much.
Friday Lunch.... We will still stop at Steak 'n shake on the way up. We will just stop at a different location. It is actually still about 30 minutes outside of Nashville like before...I will have a map for the location... it is right on the interstate. (Symrna, TN)

I believe that is all for now. See you this afternoon, for another STELLAR rehearsal.

updates!

2010-03-20T20:36:00.001-05:00

Please check the calendar on Dega Band for rehearsal updates for this coming week; CHAMPIONSHIP week! YAY! It is different than before.

I am sad that the break is over, but I really look forward to the next week. Brian has arranged so that he can be at practice on Monday and Tuesday for both the Dega Darlins and the Dega Addition. There a few last minute changes that we want to make before championships. A few specifics from some judges and such. It is going to be tiring for everyone, but hopefully the end result will be VERY rewarding. Be sure to express you thanks to Brian... he will be driving from Atlanta BOTH Days and then to Nashville on Friday!

I wanted to let you know how complimentary the judges were of you at the Killen Competition. You are doing some GREAT things out there each time you perform. I look forward to your performance at Nashville and hope that it is the best one yet! Get some rest, take your vitamins and lets have an outstanding week of rehearsals, fellowship and performances as we head to Nashville on Friday!

Don't forget that we will be rehearsing at ZEJH during 5th period every day this week. Make needed arrangements. Also, I received an email from the SCGC contest director that official performance times will be issued by 5pm on Monday. I will get the updated Itinerary to you as soon as I have it. If I get it Monday prior to rehearsal, you will get it Monday, if not, you will receive it Tuesday at Practice.

Competition at Brooks!

2010-03-18T16:12:00.000-05:00

Here is the video from the show at Brooks High School in Killen, AL.

You can watch the DD or EE on their blogs as well.

Enjoy!

Nashville Itinerary

2010-03-11T16:16:00.000-06:00

Hi All.

The itinerary for Nashville has been posted on the calendar. You can also link to it by clicking HERE.
Keep in mind it is a VERY rough draft, but should help you see what to expect to help you make plans for the trip.
A detailed and up to date Itinerary will be posted on Monday, March 22, 2010, when the official schedule is released by the SCGC.

ORDERS DUE!

2010-03-07T10:03:00.000-06:00

ALL Krispy Kreme Doughnut orders are due on MONDAY, March 8, 2010, before the end of the school day.

Be sure that you have clearly marked ALL orders and collected the money for those orders placed.

next competition.

2010-02-28T21:36:00.000-06:00

Hi Ladies.

Great show on Saturday. Some things to work on before the competition at Brooks, but time to do it. Be prepared to dress out daily during class from now until Championships.

Click here to view the itinerary for the Competition at Brooks High School in Killen, AL.

If you did not see on the calendar practice Tuesday will be at THS.

F.Y.I

2010-02-22T21:29:00.000-06:00

Just to let you know. The Hoover updates did not effect us. The only thing that changed is that the Dega Darlins will go on at 8:03 instead of 8:05. You can still use the itinerary that I gave you for Hoover. It is linked in an earlier post if you lost it. Scroll down.... :)

New Schedule for HOOVER!

2010-02-21T16:43:00.002-06:00

I received an email from the SCGC Contest director stating that the Hoover Competition would have time changes and could vary up to 20 minutes from what I originally gave you. I am not sure in what direction the time changes will occur. As soon as I have the NEW schedule I will get it to you. I should have it some time on Monday.

Practice Tuesday!

2010-02-21T16:28:00.000-06:00

Hi All!

For practice on Tuesday. Wear your uniform.

See you there!

updates!

2010-02-21T16:17:00.000-06:00

The calendar has been updated!
We are VERY busy between
now and championships. Go
ahead and check out the
changes now so you can plan.
Especially pay attention to
SCGC Championship week.
We have a lot of rehearsals to
make up for being off for Spring
Break. :)

Flip Flop Friday.....

2010-02-19T20:52:00.000-06:00

Food, Fun, Friends and Flip Flops!!!

What a great way to finish such a busy week and to relax before an even busier one. I hope that each of you had a stress free and good time relaxing and hanging out with one another while you decorated your flip flops! I know I did. I am very thankful that we have THREE GREAT groups of young ladies that are so willing to help each other and to make our guards outstanding both on the floor and off.

I am very proud of each of you and what you have accomplished so far this season. I look forward to the Hoover Competition and I know you do as well. Get lots of rest this weekend. With MPA and a Winter Guard Competition it is going to be VERY BUSY! but also very rewarding! :)

2010-02-14T22:06:00.002-06:00

Invite your friends and family out to Hoover on February 27, 2010
to see you in action. The itinerary is located below in a previous post.

Our schedule is:
Ellis Emeralds 4pm
Dega Addition 4:55pm
Dega Darlins 8:05pm

We would like to have lots of friends and family there. This is the closest
competition to Talladega, so it might be the only chance some people get to see you live.
INVITE EVERYONE!

Hoover Itinerary.

2010-02-11T23:23:00.004-06:00

Click here to view the Hoover Itinerary!

I am looking forward to a great day in Hoover!

Keep an EYE.....on times and dates, etc

2010-02-04T19:48:00.002-06:00

Be sure to keep and eye on the calendar on dega band for updates on rehearsals and such. Times tend to vary with rehearsals right now. With Winter Guard season in full swing and MPA coming up, there is A LOT going on! Be careful that you don't miss updates. They are done often. :)

Nashville - If you have additions or changes let me know ASAP. I am taking care of that in the next few days.

Don't forget that winter guard shirt forms are due Tuesday, the 9th !

CONGRATS at Oak Grove!

2010-01-31T09:39:00.005-06:00

What a great showing at Oak Grove for you ladies. I am so proud of the work and dedication that you have shown to what you do. You are continuously improving, learning and growing. Thank you for the efforts that you put forth at every practice and every event. Not only do you have very focused and productive rehearsals, but you showed on Saturday that you believe in what you are doing; from helping our groups, being on task yourself and then with the many floors and props you helped other groups with. It is great to see a group of young ladies that are so nice and helpful to all. I am so proud of you. I know that you have a great season ahead of you and look forward to it as we continue on to Hoover on February 27th.

We will have regular practice on Tuesday 3:30 until 5:30. See you there! :)

Dega Addition: 2nd place in class SB

Dega Darlins: 1st place in class SAAA

Ellis Emeralds: 1st place in Cadet Class

Congratulation to ALL!

Calendar

2010-01-24T10:40:00.003-06:00

Check out the calendar on dega band to keep up with rehearsals. You will have practice on Monday and Thursday and of course have a run of the show on Friday night. All of these will hopefully be at Zora Ellis. If not I will let you know as soon as I am aware of a change.

Keep up the good work as we head toward the Oak Grove Competition!

I am sooooooooooooooooo excited for you guys!

You all should have an itinerary, I will give an updated one this week. The only change is that now I know your performance time. It is at 2:54. Invite your friends and family!

See you on Monday.

Field Day... check...

2010-01-17T17:27:00.003-06:00

Hi Ladies.

I just wanted to compliment you on and outstanding field day. I hope that each of you had a GREAT experience.

The leadership that you presented throughout the day from floor moving, getting ready, warm-up and performance were all stellar and a true class act. I am so proud of the effort that you have given so far. I know that you are in for an outstanding year.

I have reviewed the tapes and judges comments and will let you know how those were. We have things to work on, but we have a GREAT starting point. I want to encourage each of you to eagerly work at rehearsals and at home to make your show even better. You have a GREAT season ahead of you and I hope you are looking as forward to it as I am.

Check the calendar on degaband to see rehearsal times for this week and next week. Just two weeks til our next performance and we have a lot of work to do. I changed the rehearsal day on Tuesday the 26th so that you will be able to audition for honor band and each of you should.

Keep up the good work.
See you on Tuesday!

WOO HOO!

2010-01-10T21:49:00.002-06:00

Hi Ladies!

This is going to be a very busy week. Please look at the calendar for updates and such.
You are scheduled to have practice on Tuesday after school until 5:30. (I will have to let you know where, but hopefully ZEJH)

You will also have practice on Thursday at 5:00-7:00. This practice will be in uniform. (yay!)

On Friday we will do like we did last year and have a practice to go over pulling the floor and doing a few straight run throughs, as well as packing our stuff and getting ready. You will need to arrive at 4:45 and plan on finishing at 6:30. We will practice helping the Dega Darlins first, then we will do any work on things you need to do, as well as prepare our equipment.

It is going to be a busy week. Get lots of rest!

First practice of 2010!

2010-01-01T20:52:00.002-06:00

Saturday, Jan. 2, 2009
Zora Ellis Gym
1:00-5:00pm

We will meet at 1:00pm to clean and prepare your floor and props, etc.
Brian will be here from 2:00-5:00pm.

*if you flag or skirt is at the high school I will get it to ZEJH for you.

See you then!

2009-12-16T08:32:00.000-06:00

Reminder...updated

2009-12-09T07:24:00.002-06:00

Don't Forget that we have rehearsal on Friday night from 6pm-8pm.
Practice will be held at the ZEJH gym.
Don't forget your flag and Sabre from the high school.

By the way, Great job at the concert last night!

check this out

2009-11-30T20:42:00.001-06:00

Not exactly Winter Guard, but check out this video. The precision is AMAZING... WOW.!!!!

practice Tomorrow!

2009-11-29T15:33:00.002-06:00

I hope that all of you guys had a GREAT break! As we start school tomorrow a few reminders....

We have practice after school tomorrow until 5:00pm. Practice will be at ZEJH (hopefully the gym will be available. If not, we will do the best we can.) Bring your flag.

If you owe doughnut money that is due ASAP. Please put it in an envelope with your name on it.

We are hosting a Dance Camp on December 18th and 19th at THS. It is open to all Elementary age students K-6. (They do not have to attend school in the Talladega School System.) Information has been given at their local elementary schools, however, invite anyone you think might be interested. Registration is THIS FRIDAY! December 4, 2009 at the THS bandroom from 4:00-6:00pm. More information can be optained by calling Ms. Todd at 315-5706 or via email at THSdancecamp@hotmail.com. Registration fee is $25.00; includes instruction, t-shirt and participation in the Talladega Christmas Parade.

As part of the dance camp all Ellis Emeralds will be performing in the Talladega Christmas Parade with the participants from the Dance Camp. The parade is on December 19th @ 5:00pm. We will meet in the parking lot of the Old Goody's. The parade will go around the square and end at Piggly Wiggly. (More info will be given later.)

practice this week.

2009-11-29T15:21:00.004-06:00

Practice on Thursday, December 3, 2009 following sectionals in the THS lunchroom. (We will go to the gym if it is available.) 4:15-5:30pm

Please be sure to bring your pink Dega Addition shirt. We need to take a pic.

Also, if you owe money from the Doughnut fundraiser. Please put it in the Red lock box outside the band office. Be sure to put your name and label it Doughnut Fundraiser.

Don't forget that we will also host a Dance Camp on December 18th and 19th for Elementary school students grades K-6. Registration is THIS FRIDAY, December 4, 2009 at the THS bandroom from 4:00-6:00pm. INVITE people that you know would like to participate. We put handouts and posters in the Elementary schools, however, your help is what will get girls there. Check the band website for more details.

Rehearsal

2009-11-18T07:38:00.003-06:00

Great Rehearsal last night. Be sure that you practice over the break so that you do not forget what you learned. It is looking good ladies!

Doughnuts should be available for pickup on Friday at 10:00 am at the ZEJH bandroom. Thanks to those of you that sold.

Reminder

2009-11-15T18:23:00.001-06:00

Practice this week has been canceled. The Addition will practice on Tuesday night from 5-8 and the The Ellis Emeralds will practice Monday right after school in the THS lunchroom if you would like to come by and help.

Rehearsal

2009-11-13T07:51:00.002-06:00

Check the band calendar OFTEN for updates. You will have rehearsal on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, from 5-8. I am not sure yet if it will be in the ZEJH gym or the THS lunchroom. I will let you know as soon as I know what is available.

Keep up the good work. Great practice on this past Tuesday. You got A LOT done.

Practice

2009-11-09T14:33:00.002-06:00

Dega Addition Practice

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

THS Lunchroom

3:30-5:00

Bring your blue flag with you.

Camp

2009-11-04T15:44:00.002-06:00

WoooOOOoo HOo! WiTerGuARd is HERE!

Information for the Winter Guard camp was given out today. Please be sure that you review it and ask any questions that you may have.

Also a reminder that demerits go from tryout to tryout. Please review your handbook. Demerits will be enforced to ensure the quality of the group.

See you Friday!

Practice 10/13

2009-10-08T13:09:00.001-05:00

Dega Addition will have practice on Tuesday, October 13, 2009, in the ZEJH Gym. Practice will be from 3:30-5:00pm.

See you there!

Thanks

2009-09-06T00:01:00.001-05:00

Thanks again for your help this week with the Ellis Emeralds Clinic and on Saturday for the help/support for the girls as they auditioned. What a great group of girls! I look forward to a GREAT year!

Thanks...

2009-08-31T22:49:00.000-05:00

Thanks ladies for all of the help today for the first day of Ellis Emerald Clinic. The girls that turned out for tryouts did quit well and having each of you there to help really added to the atmosphere and the quality of what was done. I really appreciate each of you.

Feel free to come any day this week that you may have free.

Tuesday 5-6:30, Wed. 3:30-5, Thurs. 5-7 and Saturday morning at 10 for auditions.

Thanks AGAIN!

Band Camp Pictures!

2009-08-03T10:09:00.001-05:00

Hey Guys!

I put together a slide show of bandcamp pics. Apparently it takes FOREVER to upload so getting it on every single blog has been a slight issue. I put it on the Dega Darlin Blog simply because that is the one I clicked on first. Go there and check it out.

Enjoy!

Good job!

2009-07-22T12:57:00.003-05:00

Hey girls!
I just wanted to tell each and every one of you how proud I am after your first practice.
That was definitely a productive 2 hours!
Keep practicing on your own, and keep up the good work!

And I haven't forgotten about your shirts! I'm working on getting those designed.
See you all on Monday!

I love you!

practice Tomorrow!

2009-07-20T11:11:00.002-05:00

Just a reminder that we have our first 2009-2010 practice on Tuesday, July 20,2009 from 2:30-4:30pm. Remember to bring lots of water and a snack to eat before band practice at 5pm.
If you have a flag at home, you do not have to bring it.

See you TOMORROW!

DCI

2009-07-20T10:59:00.001-05:00

Interested in seeing a drum corp performance up close and personal? You still have time.

Drum Corp season is quickly coming to an exciting end, but you still have a few options to catch a show either live or in a theater. Visit www.dci.org for ticket information. There is a show in Gadsden, AL, on this Friday, July 24, 2009 and a show in Atlanta this Saturday, July 25, 2009. Ticket information can be found on the dci website.

Click the picture above to see the trailer for the Quarter-Final LIVE broadcast in theaters on August 6, 2009. The closest showing for us is in Trussville, AL.

Grab some friends and go see for yourself! You won't regret it.

Rehearsal

2009-07-14T12:18:00.004-05:00

The first rehearsal of the year will be on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, from 2:30-4:30pm, at THS. You will have a 30 minute break before the regular scheduled band practice from 5-8pm. I recommend that you bring snacks and lots of WATER so that you are energized for your long day.

See you then!

2009-07-14T12:17:00.002-05:00

Ever thought how cool it would be to start your own rock band? Jam Studio (click here) can give you the opportunity to experiment and do just that. It is a free online studio that helps you easily create tracks that you can play along with on any instrument. Beginning or Advanced it is entertaining to play around with.

Have Fun!

2009-06-27T15:40:00.001-05:00

Just a reminder that not only should you take the opportunity to utilize the blog of your individual section, but you should also visit blogs of other sections and feel free to make comments there too. You can find the link in the sidebar of your blog. For a start, go visit the drum major blog to see how Blake did at Spirit Camp.

Handbook

2009-05-30T18:42:00.004-05:00

Just a reminder that as an auxiliary member your 'new auxiliary member year' is from tryout to tryout. Therefore, your auxiliary year started in April with tryouts. Demerits are applied for the entire year. Please be sure that you make yourself very familiar with what is expected. We want for every member to be successful. Rules and Regulations are set in place to help each person succeed as well as aid us in running things fairly and smoothly.

(As an Addition member of the Talladega High School Band, whose main auxiliary time is 2nd semester, it is important to remember that all demerits still apply to both semesters.)

Below you will find a link to the Auxiliary handbook for those of you that may have misplaced yours. You will also notice that a link has been placed in the sidebar of your blog for future reference. If you have any questions please ask Mr. McDaniel or Ms. Todd.

Talladega High School Auxiliaries Handbook

2009 THS Graduation

2009-05-30T17:55:00.000-05:00

2009 winter guard

2009-05-19T22:38:00.004-05:00

Monday Practice!

2009-04-29T16:53:00.002-05:00

We will have practice on Monday, May 4th in preparation for the Spring Concert. It will be after school until 5:00pm in the Gym at Talladega High School.

Uniform fitting!

2009-04-25T11:47:00.003-05:00

Those of you that made the DEGA DARLINS 2009 line for the fall will have your first uniform fitting on May 4, 2009. Mrs. Bonnie will come during school around 12:30. Mr. McDaniel will call you to the bandroom from class. (this is not for Addition; your fitting will be at a later time.)

What a Gig!

2009-04-25T11:29:00.002-05:00

On April 23, 2009, the Talladega High School Jazz Band was invited to perform for the International Motorsports Hall of Fame ceremonies. With great preparation, lots of anticipation and much excitement the group of young musicians took on this adventure with great enthusiasm. Much is to be said about the musical presentation and outstanding representation of the Talladega City Schools from this group of young people; it was truly outstanding.

A special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Smith for their help providing dinner for the group, as well as Mrs. Rasco. Also to Dr. Frank Buck for his attendance and support at this event. It is wonderful to have such great support from parents and administrators in the Talladega City School System.

To see pictures Click Here

Performance photos from Championships....

2009-04-11T12:21:00.001-05:00

Have you checked out the performances pics from Championships? Click here

Congratulations 2009 Auxiliary!

2009-04-10T20:10:00.002-05:00

DRUM MAJOR
Blake Matson

DEGA DARLIN
SECTION LEADER
Lacey Lackey

DEGA DARLINS
(no particular order)

Shonquita McDaniel
Riley Rutledge
Meggie Lewis
La'Tisha Wilson
Lateriya Stamps
Lacey Lackey
Kelsey Paris
Ingram McCollum
Chrissy Moore
Chelcia Mosley
Ashley Goggans
Angelic Curry

DEGA DARLINS ADDITION
(no particular order)

Jatonica Whitson
Morgan Davidson
Kayla Langley
Robbyn Stratton
Mya Thomas
Lexie Gates Rasco
Kayla Mowery
Terencea Holtzclaw
Heather Blocker
MaKayla Montgomery

2009-04-03T09:01:00.002-05:00

Audition clinic is coming up next week; April 6th - 10th, 2009.

Be sure that you have cleared all debts at school so that you may audition.

Also, be sure that you read the handout/rules very carefully. Some things may have changed since the last time you looked at it.

Visit www.degaband.com for a detailed schedule of clinic week.

See you then; Bring a friend!

Group photos!

2009-04-03T08:50:00.002-05:00

Group photos taken by Bateman photography are now online. You can view them by going to www.photoreflect.com and doing a search or click here. Be sure to click the arrow so that you can view both pictures of the group. Also, you can scroll around and see pictures from each group that performed over the two days.

There are several purchase options available. I suggest the digital file. If you order this, they email it to you within a few weeks and then you have it on your computer from then on. The cost is under $5.00.

Enjoy!

Congratulations!

2009-03-29T20:46:00.002-05:00

What a great trip this past weekend was. I hope that you enjoyed it. To travel with such a great group of girls is amazing.

Congratulations on your great performance on Friday. Mr. McDaniel, Brian and I am very proud of you. You have grown individually and as a group and that is going to help you and our program in the future. I am looking forward to what is to come. Keep up the good work. You have had a great year!

Don't forget about rehearsal at 5:30 at ZEJH. See you there!

Congrats at Hoover!

2009-03-17T22:58:00.003-05:00

Congratulations on a job well done!

Each competition this year had led to more and more improvement as a group and individually. I am very proud of the work and dedication that you showed last week, which led to an improved performance, no doubt.

It has been great to see each of you grow and improve along the way. Get a good rest during spring break so that we can come back and have a good run of rehearsals before championships.

You just never know what will happen at championships. It all depends on the day and the performance that comes from each group. I am very excited to see how things go and am looking forward to the trip with you guys. I hope that you are too!

NOTICE>>> REHEARSAL>>>CHANGE>>>

We will not have practice on Monday as usual... we will move that practice to TUESDAY. It will be at Zora Ellis and will be immediatly following school until 6:00pm. This will be our only long rehearsal. We will also have rehearsal on Thursday immediatly following school until 5:00pm.

I should have the performance times for Nashville on Thursday. As soon as I get them I will post them on here and on http://www.degaband.com/. I will also post an updated itinerary on the band website.

Have a great spring break!

More Hoover Info

2009-03-08T20:03:00.004-05:00

Please check http://www.degaband.com/ often for rehearsal info.

Click here for the Hoover Itinerary.

We will have regular Monday practice, in addition to Thursday(3:00-5:00) and Friday for run throughs (5:30-6:30). On friday the Ellis Emeralds will be right after school until 4:30 and dega Darlins will be from 4:30-5:30. You are more than welcome to come before your scheduled time, but certainly are not required to do so.

Hoover contest

2009-03-06T17:29:00.006-06:00

The hoover schedule is up. I will attempt to post it here ASAP and give you a copy at rehearsal.

We will have our regular Monday rehearsal (3/9) as soon after school as you can until 5:00. It will be at the ZEJH gym.

We will also have afterschool practice on Thursday(3/12) right after school until 5:00 at ZEJH.

We will have an hour practice/run through from 5:30-6:30.

Keep in mind that our scores at Hoover will determine where we perform at championships. We want a good spot, so be on the top of your game on Saturday. I know we always do our best, I just want you to be aware of the added importance.

In your class is Bob Jones, Tupelo, Fort Payne and of course us. Your performance time for those coming to watch is 5:44pm.

Spread the word! See you next week!

location

2009-02-22T18:16:00.002-06:00

Practice on Monday, Feb. 23, 2009 will be held at Talladega High School from 3:30 to 5:00.

See you there!

venue Change

2009-02-18T22:08:00.000-06:00

Mondays practice (2/23) will be at Talladega High School.

See you there!

Pictures!

2009-02-12T22:29:00.002-06:00

There are pictures available online for viewing and purchase by Bateman photo from the Oak Grove competition. Bateman photography is the official photographer of the SCGC and will have pictures up for each event the week following the performance. There are some great pictures available. Click here to view.

Enjoy!

2009-02-10T18:54:00.002-06:00

I am very proud of you ladies. As we move forward and prepare for our next competition, think about this; your success if powered by you. The amount of effort you put forth, the amount of attention you pay to details, the smile on your face, the postion of your hands and feet, the direction of your head, the spinning of your flag, the confidence with your rifle...... it is all powered by the person doing the work. Instruct, aid, advise, correct and clean we will do, but in the end you have to find what makes you want it. It might be the possibility of first place at Hoover, or maybe its the enjoyment of improving individually, perhaps it's the motivation of your peers, or the desire to NOT be in last place EVER, or the simple fact of success that drives you.

Whatever the driving factor is.... NOW is the time to put it into action. We cannot wait until the week of March 14th to decide that we want to be the best. For some it will take hard work in practice and pushing yourself and the ones around you. For some it will take practice at home to make sure that you understand what is being asked of you and for some of you it will be the need to work with a friend, someone you feel comfortable with that can give you tips and advice.

Realize that the power to be the best lies within each of you! We are only as good as the weakest member because in this sport EVERYONE has a very important job to do!

We have had a great start, let's have an outstanding finish!

Wow!

2009-02-08T18:40:00.003-06:00

What a great accomplishment to take 2nd place on Saturday. The hardwork, sweat and almost, but not quite tears really paid off for you guys. To be promoted and do so well is an accomplishment that you should be proud of. I hope you are as proud of yourselves as everyone else is.

We will have regular practice at ZEJH tomorrow from 3-5. We will not be able to listen to the tapes until next week because Brian has them. We have a lot of cleaning left to do and lots of work before Hoover, so don't relax too much. Coming off of a good performance people are watching you and the competition level will be up at Hoover.

I am working on information for championships and will get that to you as soon as possible. I will also get you information about Hoover as soon as I have it.

See you tomorrow.

Performance times are finally here!

2009-02-04T11:02:00.003-06:00

Ellis Emeralds 4:39
Dega Darlins Addition 5:13
Dega Darlins 6:55

We will pull each others floor again, however, the first two groups will be pretty much back to back. After the Emeralds perform, we will immediatly get things together for the Addition to perform. There will be a break before the Dega Darlins, so you may go visit family, eat, etc. We will meet back stage around 6:20 to pull their floor.

In your class the competition is: Bob jones and Pelham JV.

Oak Grove is coming quickly!

2009-02-03T21:47:00.002-06:00

Only one rehearsal left before Oak Grove!

I am very proud of you ladies for the amount of work that you have put forth the past two rehearsals. It is hard to believe how much you have gotten done.

Don't forget the schedule for Saturday. I still don't have your exact performance time, but if I get it prior to Saturday I will let you know.

We still plan to arrive there at 3:00. We will meet at the THS bandroom at 11:30.
Reminder: Turn in your travel forms. (please review your handouts)

Practice on Friday will be as quick as you can get there after school until 5:00.... see you there!

scroll down

2009-01-28T19:32:00.001-06:00

Scroll down to the post... Counting down and click on Comments. Angelic posted something pretty cool.

ATTENTION - TIME CHANGE!

2009-01-28T14:10:00.002-06:00

Hey Ladies!

I am so sorry to make another change, we usually try to keep a time once it is set, but I really need to change your rehearsal time on Friday night. Your rehearsal time will now be from 5:00-7:00. Brian will not actually be there until 5:30, but we can go ahead and get started and be ready for him when he arrives.

I am sorry for the change. Several of the Ellis Emeralds will be out for a school trip, so my only solution was to switch your time with theirs. The later time gives them time to get there and you will be done earlier, which I am sure you are happy about. You are aware of how hard it is to fix work and set drill when someone is absent. This is simply the only day Brian can come.

By the way spread the word in case some people don't read the blog.
See you on Friday!

Brian will be here!

2009-01-27T19:27:00.002-06:00

I just wanted to post the rehearsal time and location for Friday's practice. I know Mr. McDaniel talked to you in class, but I wanted to be sure to have it on here in case you needed to double check the time.

Practice will be in the ZEJH gym from 7:30p.m.-9:00p.m.

Please wear your show shoes. (no uniforms necessary)

I will make sure the rifles and flags in the flag room get to ZEJH, if you took yours home please be sure to bring it to rehearsal.

I know you will, but come to work. This will be the last time we see Brian before the next competition, which is Feb. 7th. Can you believe that is a week from Saturday. Wow! He will add more to the dead spots in the show and you never know what he might change.

Next week we will do what we did during the last competition week. We will have our regular practice on Monday as soon after school as possible until 5:00 p.m. in the ZEJH gym and then on Friday we will do a last time run before Saturdays performance. We will also try to do this run through in the gym at ZEJH until 4:30. I will let you know if that changes.

Practice on your own as well. Being in this new class is going to require a little more on everyone's part.

Keep up the good work!

2009-01-25T17:39:00.001-06:00

Field Day Success!

2009-01-25T17:12:00.002-06:00

Congratulations on your grand performance and taking the 3rd place trophy on Saturday. That is a great accomplishment for your first year in competition, not to mention the fact that most of those groups spin together year round and you do not.

Also, a big congratulations on the promotion to Scholastic B classification. Of course, this will mean a little more work, but in the end it will pay off. I am so proud of you guys and I hope you are too. We will schedule another day for Brian to beef up the show so that we can be competitive in our new class. I will let you know ASAP when that will be. I am looking foward to what appears to be a very exciting season.

Practice tomorrow will be after school until 5:00, in the lunchroom.

See you there! Keep up the great work!

TOMORROW

2009-01-23T21:55:00.003-06:00

Hey ladies! GREAT job today at rehearsal. You have really come a long way and will perform well tomorrow.

I know that several of you read this and I ask that you to spread the word, but with so many rehearsals and so many announcements, I simply cannot remember if I told you we were meeting at the High School Bandroom tomorrow. Since we changed rehearsal to the high school today, that is where all of our stuff is, so that is where we will need to be.

I had this on a handout. A handout that is still on my desk! Sorry about that. In the future remind me at the last practice to give you a handout if I don't. I typically do a last minute reminder.

Also, I think you have already spread the word, but bring your black band shirt. It occured to me that it will look better with your red pants than the red one.

Get some sleep... see you tomorrow. I hope you are excited.

3 days and counting!!!!

2009-01-21T07:39:00.002-06:00

GREAT JOB at practice on Monday. So far all three groups have been outstanding this week.

Don't forget to turn in your travel forms. You can bring them to the bandroom at the high school and leave them on my desk or give them to Mr. McDaniel.

Also, I will have another last minute reminder sheet on Friday at rehearsal and answer any questions you may have.

I am still working on getting your windsuits, earrings and gloves here. I will keep you updated.

Keep up the good work. I hope you are excited about Saturday.

Counting down!

2009-01-17T21:28:00.003-06:00

We are counting down the days until field day! A week from today, or at least when I posted this anyway. With that I wanted to remind you of next weeks rehearsals and some additional information.

Practice Monday will be in the Talladega High School lunchroom from 3:00-5;00. Notice we are starting at 3:00.

We will also have practice on Friday immediatly following school until 4:30... I want to use this as a chance to do some last minute run throughs of the show. We should be able to have this practice at ZEJH.... however, I will finalize that and let you know later in the week. If not, it will of course be in the lunchroom at THS.

Reminders and additional info:

Review your handouts. Give them to your parents to review as well.
Uniforms will be handed out at practice on Monday. Alterations have been made.
Bags and gloves for rifles will be here sometime next week.
I am hopeful that your windsuits will be here sometime next week, but it may be late in the weak, just to let you know about those.
Practice, Practice, Practice.
Don't forget to play around with your hair.
email me or call me at the bandroom with any questions. ZEJH bandroom is 315- 5706 if you forgot, or of course ask me at school.

I am looking forward to a GREAT week and I know you are too. It's almost here! Yea!

If you have a few minutes... go to the Ellis Blog and check out their floor. Mr. McDaniel, Marcus and I worked on it today.

Rehearsal this week.

2009-01-11T21:17:00.003-06:00

Rehearsal this week will be at the ZEJH gym. Please get there as quick as possible. We have ALOT to do. We will start as soon as you can get there and go until 5:00p.m.

Your uniforms are in, so we need to try those on tomorrow so we can get them hemmed and any alterations made. Please come prepared to do so.

Please be sure that you have a flag at home so you can practice the routine. For practice tomorrow, your flags will be taken to the gym for you.

Also this week, Brian will be here on Friday from 5-9 to work on the choreography. Please make arrangements to be there.

Keep up to date by checking the calendar on www.degaband.com. remember that sometimes there are mistakes... if you are not sure of a time..... always ask!

Field Day!

2009-01-08T21:02:00.002-06:00

The schedule has been posted for the Pell City competition on January 24, 2009. As most of you know this competion is called 'field day' and is basicially a coming out point for all guards that are participating in Winter Guard. There is another location as well in TN.

I will give you a more detailed schedule about departure times and such at your next practice, but wanted to give you this so that you can see who is coming and the estimated times. Keep in mind that sometimes they make adjustments to the schedule. Also, go ahead and start making your travel plans; Everyone must ride with a parent, either your own or someone elses. NO students will be allowed to drive.

Click here to see the schedule that was posted on the Dega Darlin Blog.

Also feel free to go to the SCGC website and explore the other groups and circuit info.

Todays Practice.

2009-01-05T12:58:00.001-06:00

Practice today will be held in the Lunchroom at THS from 3:00-5:00.

See you there.

Reminder!

2009-01-03T21:48:00.003-06:00

Just a reminder that we will have practice on Monday, January 5, 2008, from 3:00-5:00.

*notice the time.... 3-5. Also, come prepared to try on uniforms... I was told they will be here and I would like to have you try them on if they are.

I will know the rehearsal location on Monday. I will post it on here if we get a gym, if not prepare to meet at the THS bandroom at 3:00.

Happy New Year!

2008-12-18T21:36:00.002-06:00

Can you believe the first semester is over? It flew by no doubt. The second will too with all that we have going on. Congratulations on the great start for winter guard, it looks like it is going to be a great year. Keep up the good work.

Have a very Merry Christmas! Get lots of rest and enjoy your friends and family.

By the way.. we will have rehearsal on Monday, January 5, 2009, from 3:30-5:00. I will announce the location as soon as I know.

Merry Christmas!

GREAT JOB!

2008-12-13T21:53:00.002-06:00

What a great job you did today at practice. I am so proud of the work that you got done and the year that you are going to have. Keep up the good work!

Don't forget to check the calendar on www.degaband.com and the blog often for updates on times and such for rehearsals.

See you Monday at rehearsal.

Practice those tosses and rifles.... woo hoo!

Upcoming rehearsal dates!

2008-12-03T21:03:00.002-06:00

Hello All!

I wanted to remind you to check the calendar on www.degaband.com for rehearsal updates and such.

We do have some scheduled for this month to do more winter guard preparation.

Brian will be here on Saturday, December 13, 2008. We will rehearse from 9:00am-1:00pm. Please eat before you come. The major focus will be choreography and staging for the show.

We will also have a rehearsal on the following Monday, December 15, 2008, from 3:30-5:00 to review the work learned on Saturday.

Notice that we will not have a practice this week. Please review the work that you learned during the mini-camp including any fundamentals that you need work on.

I hope you are doing well and look forward to hearing you at the Christmas Concert!

PICTURES!!!

2008-11-30T20:01:00.002-06:00

I finally had time to put pictures on here... from camp... Enjoy!

and... MORE PICS... let the games begin!

Krispy Kreme...yum.

2008-11-13T21:33:00.003-06:00

Sale those Doughnuts!

Don't forget that forms are Due on Monday, November 17, 2008.

Ask EVERYONE... teachers, friends, family, church members, etc.

Also, don't forget to tell them about the NEW! coupon option that you have to offer;

Pay for the doughnuts now, but keep the coupon to get them when you want them at any

Krispy Kreme location.... and... they NEVER expire!

Ballet

2008-11-12T15:09:00.002-06:00

The Alabama Ballet performs the Nutcracker each year in Birmingham. Click here to see a video of them preparing. Ballet is awesome....enjoy!

Fundamentals Camp! (11/14- 11/15)

2008-11-11T21:25:00.007-06:00

Friday: (when you arrive come straight to the bandroom)
-- We will begin rehearsal at 5:00 p.m.

--Eat before you come. We will have snacks and drinks after practice.
--Please be on time. In order to bring in your bags and such, you may have to arrive before

5:00. Walking through the door or the parking lot is considered late.
-- We will rehearse until 9:00 pm.
-- We will then have snacks and drinks, watch videos and play some fun-filled games.
-- What to wear:
--Each group will be assigned a color… you may wear anything this color. Please make the

majority of what you have on this color… particular shade doesn’t matter.
*Ellis Emeralds – Green
*Dega Darlins – Pink
*Dega Darlins Addition - Blue
Saturday:
--8:00 - Wake up/eat breakfast (provided)/shower

-- 9:30 – 12:00 – rehearsals.
--12:00 – lunch (provided)
--1:00-5:00 rehearsals
--What to wear:
o Ellis Emeralds: Ellis Emerald Shirt, red shorts, leggings are optional
o Dega Darlins: Purple Dega Darlins shirt, black shorts
o Dega Darlins Addition: Red Dega Darlin Addition Shirt, red shorts… (just because I am sure

most of you have that color….we will have to order a matching pair in the future.)

Things to remember:
--Sleeping bag, cot, or blow up mattress (whichever you prefer)
--Toiletries (shampoo, soap, etc.)
--Towel/Washcloth, etc.
-- P.J.’s
-- Clothes that are comfortable for rehearsal… check above for group colors.
-- Shoes you can point your toe in for rehearsals.
-- Great attitude and the desire to have fun!

Important!!!
Due to the fact that we want this to be a group bonding experience and you cannot do so if you are on your cell phone, we ask that you do not bring or turn on your cell phone during this camp. We will be in the bandroom, where there is a phone for the use of any student. Parents you are more than welcome to call the bandroom if you need something… 256-315-5677. We will check the messages often.

I am excited and looking forward to a great time with all of you. See you Friday!

Reminder!

2008-11-03T19:51:00.001-06:00

Practice Tomorrow (11/4)... Talladega High School Lunchroom... 3:30-5:00 p.m.

This rehearsal will be with the Ellis Emeralds.

Wear comfortable clothes.

Mark your calendars!

2008-11-02T00:35:00.002-05:00

November 14th and 15th will be our fundamentals camp. This will help kick start our winter guard season. Brian will come and work with us on Friday night and then again on Saturday.

Friday we will meet in the Bandroom at 5:00pm to begin. We will spend the night in the bandroom... bring sleeping bags, blow up mattresses, shower items, etc. We will have snacks, drinks, etc. On Saturday Brian will return, we will work throughout the day on fundamentals and begin the individual shows. Practice will conclude at 5:00 p.m on Saturday.

I look forward to such a group bonding experience with such wonderful young ladies. The Dega Darlins, Dega Darlins Addition and Ellis Emeralds will all be in attendance.

More details will be given as they are added. We will need some parent volunteers for meals.

Good News!

2008-10-23T20:29:00.002-05:00

Keith Taylor, sports producer at ABC 33/40 sent an email stating, "I'm currently putting together tomorrow night's Friday Night Blitz show, and would love to make your band our "Blitz Band of the Week." "

How GREAT you guys! So set your VCR's or TiVo or whatever for ABC 33/40 at 10:30, so that you can see the show. You know we will probably still be on a bus somewhere. They are using clips from the Pell City vs Dega game.

Congrats everyone!

Meeting

2008-10-18T09:58:00.003-05:00

We will have an informational meeting for the Dega Darlins addition on Thursday, October 24, 2008, following band practice, in the high school lunchroom.

Parents and members please make every effort to attend. We will issue the fee list and contest schedule at this meeting.

Winter Guard season is getting close. We will begin practices very soon. The first practice will be on Tuesday, October 28, 2008. Those of you that have percussion chair auditions that day should do those first then come to rehearsal.

2008-10-03T16:57:00.003-05:00

Winter Guard information is here!

I am looking forward to a great winter guard season, filled with lots of fun and musical excitement. We will begin having a few fundamental rehearsals soon.

Also, we will hold a winter guard meeting soon... stay tuned for the date! We are still confirming the best time.

Winter Guard Rocks!

2008-09-24T21:44:00.003-05:00

Just to let everyone know where we are..... the SCGC Winter Guard schedule has been published and is listed on http://www.scgconline.org/. We are in the process of securing a show idea and have considered several.

VERY soon we will have a parent meeting to answer any questions, as well, as give additional information to both the parents and the young ladies.

I will say that as far as the schedule is concerned, we are very fortunate that the contests that we are able to attend this year are all fairly close(Pell City, Oak Grove, Hoover). Yea! Championships will be held in Nashville again this year.

I am excited and I know that some of you are too! Each day gets a little closer!

Patience....

2008-08-27T19:43:00.003-05:00

Anticipation has filled the air as the newly chosen Dega Darlin Addition members attend school and band practice daily. Many questions have been asked and inquiries made.

I am just as excited as you are about this great Addition to our program. I just wanted to let you guys know that even though it appears as if nothing is being done; scheduling and planning is well underway. We will have a meeting and get the information to you as soon as it is complete.

I also want to encourage you to do well in band class and progress musically. Musicianship is the essence of performing and being GREAT! Work hard in class to play your instrument and learn as much as possible so that when we do start practicing dance and flag, we will be a step ahead.

Just a reminder that this semester is mainly about you gaining as much musical knowledge as possible. We will have a few dance/flag fundamental rehearsals this semester, but no performances. I will send a note home and post the rehearsal times on the blog as soon as they are finalized.

Congratulations!

2008-08-17T20:15:00.003-05:00

Saturday turned out to be a very positive and exciting experience for all of the young ladies who auditioned for the Dega Darlins Addition. Thank you for your cooperation and great attitudes. Things went very smooth and quick.

I want to welcome each girl who auditioned and secured a spot on the JV Danceline, Dega Darlins Addition. With the group of young ladies that we have, this year looks like it is going to be a great one.

Results: (in no particular order)

Ingram, Lexie Gates, Shonquita, Riley, Kayla M., Angelic, LaTeriya, Kayla L., Chelcia

Welcome!

2008-08-15T21:24:00.002-05:00

The process is underway as we speak! Clinic for the 9th grade JV auxiliary unit has been in full force this week and will end with the creation of the "Dega Darlins Addition".

After long hours of school work and hot, yet productive, band rehearsals, several 9th grade young ladies have found the desire and time to audition for the first time group, Dega Darlins Addition.

Try-outs will be held tomorrow morning at THS, providing the opportunity for our 9th grade girls to enhance themselves and our band program visually. The effort and ability of these ladies must be commended.

What a great start to this new addition!

Check back often for updates, schedules, tips and highlights from this outstanding group of young ladies!