COPPELL HIGH SCHOOL BAND
2022-2023 New Member Information
Please review the information below.
It will answer most of your questions.
Click HERE to view the CHS9/NT@C Band Scheduling Guide for 9th graders in 2022-2023
Click HERE to view the Band Fee Detail.
Click HERE to download the Pre-Participation Physical Form for your doctor.
Congratulations on your decision to be a part of the Coppell Band.
Band is one of the most enjoyable and spirited high school organizations, and it is arguably the hardest-working organization and most award-winning in Coppell ISD.
In Band at Coppell, the physical demands of being a performer are high. Through marching band, students will become physically fit by exercising on a daily basis. All these routines make us stronger physically and mentally and give us a great advantage over our competitors late in the season.
To remain musically “fit”, we strongly encourage private lessons throughout the summer and during school. This experience is one that will strengthen your musical abilities beyond what we’re able to do in class. The one-on-one time you spend with your private teacher will aid in your growth and development as a competent, individual musician.
If you have interests in other areas (athletics, clubs, organizations), we welcome you to do both. You can make it work in your schedule, and we’re happy to help you realize your goals by being a member of multiple teams. We currently have Band students in football, theater, choir, track, tennis, swimming, cross country, basketball, and more. No student at CHS, CHS9, or NTH@C will be made to choose one activity over the other – being a part of the Coppell HS Community is important, and your contributions are valued. Please email us with any questions you have.
Ms. Shuttlesworth, band director - kshuttlesworth@coppellisd.com
Mr. Mohammed, band director - rmohammed@coppellisd.com
Mr. Slovak, band director – bslovak@coppellisd.com
Mrs. McCutcheon, CHS9 band director – kmccutcheon@coppellisd.com
Mr. Nguyen, percussion – rnguyen@coppellisd.com
Mr. Rummel, color guard – mrummel@coppellisd.com
Wind & Percussion Audition Days:
Monday April 25th - Flute/Oboe/Bassoon
Tuesday April 26th - Alto/Tenor/Bari Saxophone/Euphonium/Tuba
Wednesday April 27th - Bb Clarinet/Bass Clarinet/Bass Trombone/Horn
*percussion auditions will happen this day
Thursday April 28th - Tenor Trombone/Trumpet/
*percussion auditions will happen this day
CHS+CHS9 Coppell Band Spring Training for 2022 Varsity and JV (Required for ALL)
Students will be introduced to basic marching fundamentals, physical fitness processes, dance training, and musical performance practices at these clinics. Students who wish to be considered for a position in the 2022 Varsity and JV Marching Bands should attend as many days as possible. Varsity placement can only be earned by the presence at all Spring Training days.
Monday, May 16 from 4:45-6:45pm – woodwind, brass, percussion, and guard
Tuesday, May 17 from 4:45-6:45pm – woodwind, brass, percussion, and guard
Wednesday, May 18 from 4:45-6:45pm – woodwind, brass, percussion, and guard
Thursday, May 19 from 4:45-6:45pm – woodwind, brass, percussion, and guard
CHS+CHS9 Band / Percussion / Color Guard New Member Meeting (for PARENTS and STUDENTS)
Parents are introduced to the program, and meet the staff and student leaders. We will offer an open forum for questions following the meeting.
Monday, May 2 (time TBA) and will be held at the CHS Band Hall
Summer Band Camp (Required for ALL)
These camp days are the MOST IMPORTANT days of summer for our Band program. Students will learn the marching drill and music for the 2022 competition shows. Absences are not excused on these days, and students who do not participate will not march in the competition shows.
July 27th- 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL members)
July 28th - 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL members)
July 29th - 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL members)
July 30th - 7:00am-11:00am (ALL members)
August 1st - 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL) | 6:00pm-8:00pm (Varsity)
August 2nd - 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL) | 6:00pm-8:00pm (Varsity)
August 3rd - 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL) | 6:00pm-8:00pm (Varsity)
August 4th - 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL) | 6:00pm-8:00pm (Varsity)
August 5th - 7:00am-11:00am (lunch break 11:00am-1:00pm) 1:00pm-4:00pm (ALL) | 6:00pm-8:00pm (Varsity)
August 8th - 4pm-8pm, with master classes during the day
August 9th - 4pm-8pm, with master classes during the day
August 10th - 4pm-8pm, with master classes during the day
August 11th - 4pm-8pm, with master classes during the day
August 12th - 4pm-8pm, with master classes during the day
August 15th - 4:45pm-7:15pm (Varsity members)
August 16th - 4:45pm-7:15pm (Varsity members)
August 16th Varsity Summer Showcase 7:15pm
August 17th - First Day of School
JV Morning Rehearsals
Once the school year begins, the Coppell HS JV Marching Band rehearses before school from 7:45-9:45am on the CHS Band Field behind Buddy Echols Field/CHS Stadium. This will take place each Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during the first 9-weeks. Transportation to CHS9 and NTH@C is provided after rehearsal. Please check the calendar at www.coppellband.com for more specific before and afterschool rehearsal dates and times.
VARSITY Afternoon Rehearsals
Once the school year begins, the Coppell HS Band rehearses after school on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4:40-6:40pm on the CHS Band Field behind Buddy Echols Field/CHS Stadium. Please check the calendar at www.coppellband.com for more specific afterschool rehearsal dates and times.