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SPIRIT OF NORTHWESTERNBest Soundin’ Band in the Land!
FALL 2021
From the Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2From the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3From the Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Demon Dazzlers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5From the Ladder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7School Loaned Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Pre-semester Schedule & Questions . . . . . 10Remind Texts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Band Week Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12TBΣ Price List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Performance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15Scholarship Course Requirements . . . . . . . 16Insurance Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-19
Inside this Issue
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Greetings Spirit of Northwestern!
Welcome to the 2021 edition of the “Best Soundin’ Band in the Land,” the Spirit of Northwestern! After more than a year of adjustments and unknowns, we are looking forward to establishing ourselves in our new normal. You will notice a few changes in our band this year but we will embrace them, learn, and build from them as top organizations do. I am extremely excited to work with all of you, to march, to make music, and to finally reconnect as one band again.
To our new members, welcome to the Spirit of Northwestern! You are part of an incredible family and we encourage you to get involved and apply your talents! You have an opportunity to impact and influence the future Spirit of Northwestern. Feel free to lean on your student leaders, upper classmen, graduate assistants or directors at any time. This is a monumental transition in your life and we are here for you. Stay up to date on our social media by subscribing to “Current Members of the Spirit of Northwestern 2021” on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram pages! Also, be sure to subscribe to our texting service from Remind (directions on how to sign up on page 11).
We have two great shows planned for 2021. The directors always consider all of our audiences when planning and put together two entertaining shows.
Our first show is a mix of country hits that will be performed early in the season. Even the “not a fan of country music” folks should enjoy these selections! Our fanfare will be based on Stand By Your Man by Tammy Wynette, then some other hits like, 9 to 5 by none other than Dolly Parton, Friends in Low Places by Garth Brooks, and a big ending on Carrie Underwood’s Before He Cheats.
The second show is called “Inferneaux” and all of the songs are based on fire. Selection include: Hot in Herre by Nelly, Jimi Hendrix’s Fire, Firework by Katy Perry, and then close it with a mix of Shostakovich’s The Fire of Eternal Glory, and Stravinsky’s Firebird.
The summer band camp reporting dates are included in this newsletter. Please take a moment to review these dates so you are certain not to miss any of the camp. The weather is always very hot during camp and into the first month of school. I strongly encourage you to participate in some outdoor activities over the summer to acclimate yourself to the heat. You will also want to get into the habit of drinking lots of water.
The entire performance schedule for this year is also included in this newsletter. Some updates may occur but please take the time now to look through the schedule and make sure you are available for every performance.
Fork ‘Em!DMac
From the Director
Northwestern State UniversityUniversity BandsNatchitoches, LA 71497
Phone: 318-357-6722Fax: 318-357-5906Email: [email protected]
Dan McDonaldInterim Director of Bands
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From the FieldHello, Spirit of Northwestern! If we have not met yet, my name is Dr. Oliver Molina and I am one of the Assistant Director of Bands here at NSU. This last year has been difficult for all of us but we made it. I am looking forward to an as close to normal marching band season this fall with the Spirit of Northwestern. The band directors have been working hard to find several ways to ensure a successful year. Having worked with college marching bands for several years, I know we will strive for excellence and greatness no matter the conditions we find ourselves in. I hope this season and especially the game day experience will be fun for everyone, from the audience to the football team, and especially for us, the band. There are great things in store for this season and I cannot wait to get started. The drumline held two audition clinics in April and May. The line is almost set and I am excited to work with them in more detail. We will also host two summer camps to prepare for band camp in the fall. At these summer camps we will work on solidifying fundamentals but also learn pregame music, the drum cadence, and lot tunes.
Although I will mainly be working with the drumline, I look forward to meeting each and every one of the members of the SoN. I am terrible with names but feel free to come up to me and introduce yourself. I will do my best to learn your name and make myself available to all the members of the band. For me, band is all about family and the lifelong connections we make with each other.
If I have learned anything over the last year it is to make the most with what we have. I assure you that myself and the rest of the band staff and leadership will continue to work hard to make this year a memorable one. I look forward to seeing all of you in August, especially the incoming freshmen class. I hope you will find Natchitoches to be home as I have over the past six years. Go Demons! Fork ‘em!
Dr. Molina
Dr. Oliver MolinaAssistant Director of Bands – Percussion
Phone: (318) 357-5989Fax: (318) 357-5906Email: [email protected]
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From the GuardGreetings to the 2021–2022 Spirit of Northwestern Demon Heat Colorguard members!
We are so excited that you will be joining us this coming year for another fantastic and exciting marching season. There are a few transitions this year in the Demon Heat staff. The two of us, Jena Elfer and David Steele, will take over from Dr. Estelle Murr as the directors of the colorguard. Dr. Murr will still be part of the Demon Heat staff and lead the way for our artistic design.
From David: Personally, I am thrilled to start this new and exciting experience with the Demon Heat Colorguard. This will be my first season working with the Demon Heat and I cannot wait to see what we learn, accomplish, and achieve together. As we transition into this year, I want to reassure all of you that my main goal is to continue in the traditions and successes that this World Class program is capable of and known for. The Demon Heat Colorguard is an exceptionally gifted program, and I cannot wait for the opportunity to collaborate, learn, and work with all of you.
Jena Elfer will also step up as a director of the Demon Heat. She will continue to lead as the day-to-day instructor for our hard-working program. As many of you already know, she is full of talent, tenacity, determination, and experience. I plan to learn as much as I can from her this first year as I start to understand the program better. I am also excited that Estelle Murr will continue working with us this year while simultaneously training me in the administrative aspects of the program. Estelle is incredibly skillful and gifted and I am exciting to learn from her also. Rest easy knowing that Jena, Estelle, and myself share the common goal of providing you with a rich and rewarding experience this season where you can learn, grow, and perform at your absolute best potential.
From both of us: As we head towards band camp in August, please be mindful of the following: make sure you are a member of our team Facebook page, double check that you are enrolled in the appropriate courses so that your scholarship can be credited appropriately, be ready with the appropriate payments for band camp and supplies, have appropriate guard attire for band camp (shoes, gloves, undergarments, etc.), and that you stay mindful of your summer fitness and cardiovascular goals. It is essential that you are hydrated, physically fit, and capable of giving 100% during band camp. If you have questions, do not hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected] and [email protected].
We are excited at the opportunity for us to get to know all of you this season and we are very much looking forward to working with all of you. Welcome to and welcome back to Northwestern State University and the Spirit of Northwestern!
Geaux Demons!David Steele and Jena Elfer
Jena Elfer and David SteeleDirectorsDemon Heat Colorguard
[email protected]@nsula.edu
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Michael LomekaDemon Dazzler Danceline Director
Demon Dazzlers Demon Dazzlers
Greetings! My name is Michael Lomeka, the new director of the Demon Dazzlers. I am a Juilliard graduate and am so excited to be a part of the NSU family. One of my fondest memories at Juilliard was the close quarters shared by all artists: actors, musicians and dancers. Post Juilliard credits include Broadway, Off-Broadway, touring with Mikhail Baryshnikov, and dancing with Celine Dion and Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas.
The officers and I are very excited to work with all of you this year. If you are a returning member, welcome back. If you are a new member, welcome to the Demon family!
We have a lot of great things planned for the team this year and we cannot wait to get started. You will need to report for camp on Thursday, August 5th. Housing will be ready for you then. We will have a group dinner the night of the 5th and begin reviewing material on the morning of the 6th.
You should have received an e-mail from Dazzlers Captain, Sarah Talbot. This e-mail includes your uniform information, fundraiser information, and important dates! Please contact Sarah or myself with any questions that you may have before the fall semester begins. We will see you soon!
Fork ‘Em!Michael Lomeka
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Spirit of Northwestern website (demonband.nsula.edu) and social media pages will have frequent updates of important information concerning the beginning of the fall semester.
SON Band members are urged to bookmark the page so that they can easily visit on a regular basis. What will you find at the web page?
* Spirit of Northwestern Handbook
* Rehearsal and performance schedules for the entire academic year
* Recordings of the Northwestern State Bands
* Marching Contest information
* Daily announcements and much more
From the Ladder Hey, band!
Welcome back! We are so excited to welcome everyone home after this unprecedented year that we’ve had. We are so thankful to have had the opportunity to have band last year, but there’s nothing like getting back into our regular activities and performing for the people of Natchitoches and high schoolers all over Louisiana. While we are progressing towards “normal”, we will still be taking health precautions such as social distancing, disinfecting, and wearing masks. We are ecstatic to welcome everyone back to Natchitoches and to get back to what we do best. To prepare for the year, here are some things that you need to know before band camp:
• Get into the habit of drinking lots of water! We all know that Louisiana heat is tough in August, so start preparing now.
• Speaking of heat, start spending some time outside to get acclimated!
• We all know that band camp is full of long days of playing your instrument, so get those chops back up! Spend at least thirty minutes a day building them back up if you haven’t played your instrument in a while.
• Make sure that you’re up to date on all the Spirit of Northwestern information via social media. If you haven’t joined yet, make sure to join the “Current Members of the Spirit of Northwestern” Facebook page.
We already know that this year is going to be one of the best for the Spirit of Northwestern, and we can’t wait to get back to performing with you all. Please continue staying safe and enjoying the rest of your summer. We’ll see y’all in August!
And as always, Fork ‘Em, Demons!Abby KentKaci WaguespackChloe Farrar
Kaci Waguespack Abby Kent Chloe Farrar
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Kappa Kappa Psi, National Honorary Service Fraternity for College Bandmembers, is an organization operating exclusively in the field of college and university bands. Kappa Kappa Psi is a brotherhood built through service to college and university bands. We strive to present ourselves as role models, excelling in musicianship, leadership, and service.
Brothers of Kappa Kappa Psi are constantly working to make the band experience the best it can possibly be for every band member through organizing social events, fundraising, and serving the band in any way possible. Come join us!
The Theta Nu Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi welcomes interested band members to come and learn more about our organization. To get more information on our fraternity, contact Emily Essary at (903) 272-9935 or speak to an active brother at the SON Convocation on Sunday, August 8th.
We look forward to seeing you at band camp! Fork ‘em Demons!
Kappa Kappa Psi – Theta Nu
Colors: Blue/White (w/Gold)
Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority Incorporated welcomes you to the Spirit of Northwestern!
We are a co-ed sorority that serves the NSU band programs on and off the field. We participate in service projects like CAPA clean- ups, uniforms, band setups/tear downs, assisting with water during camp and practices, and fundraisers to help provide more for the band. Through those activities and many more, we are able to strengthen our bond through sisterhood.
Tau Beta Sigma helps members learn valuable life skills, such as time management, communication, and leadership, which helps members be prepared for life after college. It is truly an honor to be selected to serve and Tau Beta Sigma can’t wait to serve the full band this year.
Feel free to talk to any sister to get more information.
Tau Beta Sigma – Eta Pi
Colors: Blue/White (w/Gold)
The Four Organizations of the SON and CAPA
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Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia is the world’s oldest and largest secret national fraternal society in music. A bid of membership may be extended to any man who, through a love for music, can assist in the fulfillment of the Fraternity’s Object and ideals either by adopting music as a profession, or by working to advance the cause of music in America.
The Object of this Fraternity shall be for the development of the best and truest fraternal spirit; the mutual welfare and brotherhood of musical students; the advancement of music in America and a loyalty to the Alma Mater.
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia – Gamma Rho
Founded in 1903, Sigma Alpha Iota is an International Music Fraternity formed to “uphold the highest standards of music” and “to further the development of music in America and throughout the world .”To this day, SAI continues to provide musical and educational resources to its members and the general public.
Sigma Alpha Iota is a professional organization, working to develop strong women leaders who accept with pride the responsibilities and privileges of being a leader in the pursuit of music creation, performance, and scholarship. Sisters in Sigma Alpha Iota, Beta Iota come from a multitude of cultural, racial, and religious backgrounds, coming together through a passion for music. In Beta Iota chapter, we help women grow as musicians through sisterhood, friendship, and our shared love for music. Chapter members usher concerts and perform in chapter musicales, among other things. Beta Iota chapter is dedicated to bettering Fraternity members through music as well as supporting music in the community.
For information on membership, contact Madisen Martin (318) 780-2397.
Sigma Alpha Iota – Beta Iota
Colors: Red and White
Colors: Red/Black/Gold
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School Loaned Brass Instruments:In an effort to keep these instruments looking and sounding their best for the next several decades, you will be required to wear gloves at ALL rehearsals and performances. There are three options available to you:
1. Purchase the standard gloves that we have used for performances. Tau Beta Sigma will be selling these for a nominal fee – but it will take
several pairs to last the entire season.
2. Purchase a band practice glove – also available from Tau Beta Sigma. These are a little thicker and have non-slip “beads” on the palms and fingers. This is probably the best route to take.
3. Purchase your own glove from somewhere else, like a batter’s glove (leather, but that’s OK) for usually around $20 at a local sporting goods store.
4. Student must provide their own mouthpiece (except mellophone), and valve/slide oil.
To help protect against scratches and dents, we will have the cases lined up on the sidelines at all rehearsals. Whenever the horn is not in your hands, it’s in the case!
School Loaned InstrumentsUniversity owned instruments will be issued at band registration. Please remember, if you use a university instrument, you are responsible for any and all repair.
• Flute: All members will march piccolo (provided)
• Clarinet: A very limited number of clarinets are available if you do not own one. You are responsible for mouthpiece, reeds, and ligature.
• Saxophone: A very limited number of saxophones are available if you do not own one. You are responsible for mouthpiece, reeds, ligature and neckstrap.
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What are the times of the summer band rehearsals?A complete schedule of rehearsals is posted on the SON website home page. However, from the time you report, you will be busy from approximately 7:00 a.m. each day until 8:30 p.m. Excuses from rehearsals are granted on an in-dividual basis and must be related to a problem with academic scheduling or a health issue. Regardless, all requests for excuses must be done by email to Mr. McDonald at [email protected]. When will I be allowed to move into my housing unit?When you report for summer band rehearsals at the time listed above, a representative from housing will be present to check you into your housing unit. You will have time that afternoon, prior to the beginning of rehearsal, to go to your dorm and move your items into the space.
How much does it cost to be in band?There is a $35 “Activity Fee” that is due on the first day of summer rehearsals. This fee covers your Band Ball cap, Son T-shirt, and SON marching shorts plus some other incidentals.
When does the SON rehearse during the fall semester?The SON rehearses on MWF from 3:30 p.m. until 5:20 p.m. We will always have a rehearsal on the morning of a home football game as well.
What are the policies of tardies and absences from rehearsals or performances?Please read carefully the section on “Attendance Requirements” in the Hand-book of Policies and Procedures posted on the SON website. It clearly defines attendance expectations. Basically, don’t ever miss and always be on time and you’ll be fine when the grades are issued at the end of the semester.
What is the attire for summer rehearsals?It will be extremely hot outside and, sometimes, cold in the band room. For outside rehearsals you should wear shorts, t-shirts, a hat, sunglasses, sun-screen and tennis shoes with socks. Flip flops, sandals and boots, etc., are not acceptable at marching rehearsals. You MUST wear tennis shoes or you will be told to leave the field and change shoes. The temperature in the band room and Student Union can sometimes be “cool,” so if you are “cold-natured,” it is recom-mended that you bring a pull-over or light sweater.
Are meals provided during summer rehearsals?Meals are not provided during the week. However, the four orgs plan to feed the band on a couple of occasions. The Iberville Cafeteria will be open and you can purchase meals there for a nomi-nal cost. There are also a few eating establishments across the street from campus.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSMove-in and Check-in Dates This information is also posted on the SON website home page.
Participants DateDorm Check-in Camp
RegistrationBegins Ends
Section Leaders, Colorguard, Percussion, Dazzlers August 5 10 AM 1 PM 1 PM
Hornline New Members (Freshmen/Transfer students/New to SON) August 7 10 AM 1 PM 1 PM*
Hornline Returning Members (Upper Classmen) August 8 10 AM 1 PM 1 PM
*Registration may take 1-2 hours. Thank you for your patience.
Band Camp Activity Schedule These events are open to all members of the SoN. All are welcome! Sunday August 8 SoN Convocation in Magale
Monday August 9 Activity TBD
Tuesday August 10 Four-Org Cookout sponsored by ΚΚΨ, ΤΒΣ, ΦΜΑ, and ΣΑΙ
Wednesday August 11 SON Field Day sponsored jointly by ΤΒΣ and ΚΚΨ
Thursday August 12 SoN Preseason Evening Session
Saturday August 14 Potential Pool Party at Rec. Center sponsored by ΚΚΨ
http://demonband.nsula.edu
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______ $35 Activity Fee. This is due the first day you arrive. Please make checks payable to the NSU Band. Cash is fine, too!
______ $6.50 per meal from dining hall (optional, but we do not provide most meals).
______ $50 Black Marching Shoes (can be purchased and fitted at registration).
______ $8/pair Band Spirit Socks (Tau Beta Sigma Store at registration).
______ $4/pair Band Gloves
______ $4/pair Rehearsal Gloves (mellophone, baritone, sousaphone)
______ $5 Flip Folder
______ $1 for 4 Extra Flip Folder Pages
______ $7-$14 Lyre
Approximate Total: $100-180
Reminders:
______ Insurance Form. EVERYONE MUST FILL OUT THIS FORM AND RETURN IT PRIOR TO THE FIRST DAY OF BAND CAMP! The form is in this newsletter for your convenience or you may download the form on the SON website. Return the form via mail, email or fax at 318-357-5906. Please be sure to include a copy of your insurance card (or your parents’ card if you are covered by their insurance) on the back of the form. THIS IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!
______ Request to join the “Current Members of the Spirit of Northwestern 2021” group on Facebook (VERY IMPORTANT!)
______ Instrument in good playing condition. University owned instruments will be issued at band registration. Please remember that if you use a university instrument, you are responsible for any and all repair.
______ Comfortable and cool clothing for rehearsals
______ Tennis shoes and socks
______ Hat/sunglasses/sunscreen
______ Water bottle
______ Deodorant (please )
______ Instrument supplies such as reeds, valve oil, cork grease, etc.
______ Money for meals during summer rehearsals
BAND WEEK CHECKLIST
You can now pay for your activity fee, meal card, and marching shoes online! Go to: https://www.northwesternstatealumni.com/donations/son-student/
and simplify your Move-In Day registration. Plus, you get to pay it all in one place.PLEASE SHOW YOUR RECEIPT AT CHECK IN!
PAYONLINE!
Members marching in Drum Corps this summer must notify Mr. McDonald if they will miss
any part of SON Preseason Camp this August.
–NOTICE–
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ΤΒΣ Store
Price List
Band Spirit Socks ...............................$8Black Crew Socks ...............................$4Performance Gloves ........................$4Rehearsal Gloves ...............................$4NSU Sling Bag ................................$3.25Flip Folders ............................................$5Folder Sheets .............................$1 for 4Reeds, Clar. & Sax ................................$4Valve Oil .................................................$3Slide Grease ..........................................$6Wristband ..............................................$1Wristband (pair) .............................. $.50Flip Folder Rings .................................$1
Lyres: Piccolo ........................................ $12 Clarinet ...........................................$7 Saxophone ....................................$7 Trumpet .........................................$8 Mellophone ............................... $14 Trombone ................................... $13 Baritone ....................................... $13
*ALL PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
Additional Items for Specific Sections:
Demon Dazzlers
Tan Jazz ShoesBlack Jazz ShoesSkin Tone Tights
Demon Heat Colorguard
Items to purchase prior to August 5, 2021Skin tone fingerless gloves (optional)Skin tone full body tightsLong solid black socksBlack Capezio Dance Sneaker
Items purchased from Demon Heat on August 5, 2021Demon Heat Issued Backpack ..................................................................... $40Demon Heat Water Bottle ............................................................................. $15Adidas Shorts ...................................................................................................... $30Adidas Issued Shoes ......................................................................................... $50Demon Heat Game Day Shirt ........................................................................ $15
Please have total amount paid prior to arriving at band camp. Please include full name of student and “Band Camp Fees” under description. New members must purchase all items from above. Returning members must purchase all except for the backpack.
Venmo @Jena-ElferCash App: $JenaElfer
Contact Jena Elfer (Director) with any questionsCell Phone: 504-559-8526Email: [email protected]
Drum Line (battery and front ensemble)
Etymotic musician’s earplugs (we need to protect our hearing!) ........ $15Wristbands .................................................................................................... $3/pair
Items that you need to get on your own: Binder (to keep all music organized)Sheet protectorsStick tape/white electrical tape (battery members)
Gloves-Socks-Shoes
ALL winds and percussion will need to have black marching shoes, and black athletic crew-length socks (with no logo on upper section). All winds also need long black gloves. The preferred shoes are Black PlusONE shoes by Style Plus. Members will have the opportunity to be fitted and purchase the correct shoes online and at Preseason Camp registration.
PAY ONLINE
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Saturday | Sept. 18 Home Football Game UT Martin (Young Perfomers’ Day)
Saturday | Oct. 2 Home Football Game Incarnate Word
Saturday | Oct. 9 Exhibition Performance TBD
Saturday | Oct. 16 Home Football Game McNeese State
Saturday | Oct. 23 Home Football Game Southeastern (Homecoming)
Saturday | Oct. 30 NSU Marching Contest Classic on the Cane
Saturday | Nov. 6 Home Football Game Houston Baptist (Senior Day)
Saturday | Dec. 4 Natchitoches Christmas Festival Parade
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE 2021
“SPIRIT OF NORTHWESTERN” MARCHING BAND
Ticket SalesBand parents and fans can purchase single home game tickets (general admission only) at a discounted rate through our band sorority, Tau Beta Sigma. Tickets are $10 and you can purchase them at the ΤΒΣ Ticket Table at CAPA. The table will open three hours prior to kickoff and remain open until the band marches down to Turpin Stadium. You may pay with either cash or credit card. Questions? Email: [email protected]
Those interested in away games, season tickets or upgraded seating, please purchase through the NSU Ticket Office at nsudemons.com or (318) 357-4268.
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DAY DATE EVENT TIMEMonday 8/2/21 SON Drum Majors, Librarian, Logistics, Media Team, Graduate Assts. Report TBD
Thursday 8/5/21 SON Leadership, Demon Heat, Drumline Move-In/Rehearsals 1PM-9PMFriday 8/6/21 SON Leadership, Demon Heat, Drumline Rehearsals 7AM-9PM
Saturday 8/7/21 New Members Move-In/Demon Dazzlers Move-In/Rehearsals 7AM/1PM-9PMSunday 8/8/21 Returning Members Move-In/Rehearsals 7AM/1PM-9PMMonday 8/9/21 SON Band Camp/Rehearsals 7AM-9PMTuesday 8/10/21 SON Band Camp/Rehearsals 7AM-9PM
Wednesday 8/11/21 SON Band Camp/Rehearsals 7AM-9PMThursday 8/12/21 SON Band Camp/Rehearsals 7AM-9PM
Friday 8/13/21 SON Band Camp/Rehearsals 7AM-9PMSaturday 8/14/21 Demon Heat Colorguard Rehearsals 7AM-9PMMonday 8/16/21 First Day of Classes N/AMonday 9/6/21 Labor Day Rehearsal 8-10PMFriday 9/17/21 Potential Pep Rally TBD
Saturday 9/18/21 Football vs. UT Martin (Young Performer's Day) TBDSaturday 10/2/21 Football vs.Incarnate Word TBDSaturday 10/9/21 Potential Exhibition Performance TBDSaturday 10/16/21 Football vs. McNeese State TBD
Friday 10/22/21 Homecoming Pep Rally 5:45PMSaturday 10/23/21 Football vs. Southeastern (Homecoming) TBDSaturday 10/30/21 Classic on the Cane TBDSaturday 11/6/21 N-Side View Pep Band Performance TBDSaturday 11/6/21 Football vs. Houston Baptist (Senior Day) TBDMonday 11/8/21 Spring Band Auditions (WS/WE/Purple Haze) 3:30PM
Wednesday 11/10/21 Spring Band Auditions (Concert Bands/Purple Haze) 3:30PMThursday 11/4/21 Wind Symphony Concert 7:30PMTuesday 11/9/21 Honors Chamber Winds Concert 7:30PMMonday 11/15/21 Wind Ensemble Reading Session 3:30PM
Wednesday 11/17/21 Magale/Fredericks Reading Session 3:30PMMonday 11/29/21 Parade Rehearsal/Drum Major Auditions 3:30PM
Wednesday 12/1/21 Parade Rehearsal/Drum Major Auditions 3:30PMSaturday 12/4/21 Natchitoches Christmas Festival Parade 9AM-4PM
DAY DATE EVENT TIMEMonday 1/10/22 First Day of Classes N/AMon-Fri 2/21-2/25/22 Leadership Interviews TBD
Wednesday 2/23/22 Wind Ensemble/Magale CB Concert 7:30PMThursday 2/24/22 Wind Symphony/Fredericks CB Concert 7:30PMWed-Sun 3/9-3/13/22 Purple Haze to Southland Conference Tournament TBDSaturday 4/16/22 Demon Dazzler Auditions (Rm. 132 of Fredericks/CAPA) 8:30AM
Wednesday 4/20/22 Wind Ensemble/Magale CB Concert 7:30PMThursday 4/21/22 Wind Symphony/Fredericks CB Concert 7:30PM
Friday 4/22/22 Wind Symphony Recording Session TBDSaturday 4/23/22 Wind Symphony Recording Session TBDSaturday 4/23/22 Demon Heat Auditions (Health & Human Performance Building) TBDSunday 4/24/22 Family Day Concert (WS/WE/MCB/FCB) 2PM
TBD TBD Drumline Auditions TBD
** Purple Haze Pep Band Schedule not included
Spirit of Northwestern
SCHEDULE 2021-2022FALL 2021
SPRING 2022
* Schedule is subject to change
* Schedule is subject to change
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Scholarship Course Requirements FALL 2021
Courses to sign up for to receive your scholarship
FINANCIAL AID RULES AND POLICIES REQUIRE YOU TO BE SIGNED UP FOR THE PROPER COURSES IN ORDER TO RECEIVE YOUR SCHOLARSHIP!
All wind players should sign up for these courses: MUS 1310 01N - 10462 (Marching Band) MUS 1300 45N - 10458 (Pep Band/Band Camp Credit) All percussionists should sign up for these courses: MUS 1310 01N - 10462 (Marching Band) MUS 1300 45N - 10458 (Pep Band/Band Camp Credit) MUS 1400 45N - 11577 (Battery Percussion) or MUS 1400 46N - 10478 (Front Ensemble/Cymbals/Drum Majors) All Demon Heat Colorguard Members should sign up for these courses: MUS 1310 01N - 10462 (Marching Band) MUS 1300 45N - 10458 (Pep Band/Band Camp Credit) MUS 1300 01N - 10456 (Pep Band/Colorguard) All Demon Dazzlers should sign up for these courses: MUS 1310 01N - 10462 (Marching Band) MUS 1300 48N - 10461 (Pep Band/Band Camp Credit) DAN 1180 01N - 10175 (Dance Line)
If you have difficulty registering for a band course, please request a permit by emailing the following to [email protected]: Full Name: Student ID: CRN for the band course: Reason for Permit: Please remember that in order to receive a band scholarship you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your NSU classes, complete at least 12 hours of credit per semester, and enroll in the appropriate band classes. Failure to do any of these will result in loss of scholarship.
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PARENT INFORMATION FORM
PARENTS/GUARDIAN TO COMPLETE AND RETURN TO: Fax: (318) 357-4045 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Attn: NSU Sports Medicine
FAILURE TO COMPLETE ALL BLANKS WILL RESULT IN CLAIMS PROCESSING DELAYS. NOTE: Complete all blanks. If information is not applicable, indicate the reason it is not (e.g., deceased, divorced, unknown). Additionally, please provide a copy of the front and back of the insurance card!
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Name: Sport:
Social Security: Date of Birth:
Cell Phone:
NSU E-MAIL address:
Home Address: Home Phone:
City: State: Zip:
I hereby authorize Northwestern State University to inspect or secure copies of case history records, laboratory reports, diagnoses, x-rays, and any other data covering this and/or previous confinements and/or disabilities. A photostatic copy of this authorization shall be deemed as effective and valid as the original. We authorize that the university or its insurance agent pay the medical vendors direct for any bills incurred from accidents that are covered under the coverage purchased by the university.
Northwestern State University Sports Medicine 468 Caspari Drive Natchitoches, LA 71497
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Social Security #: Social Security #:
Date of Birth: Date of Birth:
Address: Address:
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Employer: Employer:
Address: Address:
Telephone: Telephone:
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Policy Effective dates: Policy Effective dates:
Phone Number: Phone Number:
Parent Signature: Student’s Signature:
Parent Information Form
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Northwestern State University Sports Medicine Acknowledgment of Insurance Policy
Name: Sport: Date:
As a student-athlete participating in athletics at Northwestern State University (NSU) you are insured under a secondary insurance policy for injuries sustained while participating in intercollegiate athletics for NSU. NSU has partnered with Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) to be the official provider of Sports Medicine. Secondary insurance coverage pays the remaining portions of medical bills after the student-athlete’s Primary Insurance carrier has made its payment.
As a student-athlete at Northwestern State University, it is your responsibility to inform the Athletic Training Staff of any changes in your Primary Insurance status when it happens. Failure to report any change in your Primary Insurance coverage could result in nonpayment of any injuries that might occur while representing NSU as a student-athlete. Also, a student-athlete will not be cleared to participate in any games, practices, or weights/conditioning sessions until the Parent Information Form is completed in full, including a copy of the front and back of the insurance card.
The NRMC Coverage is ONLY in effect when a student-athlete has suffered an injury during a school sponsored athletic game or practice. It is also not in effect for any pre-existing injury. It is the student-athlete’s responsibility to reveal all pre-existing injuries with the Northwestern State University Sports Medicine Staff.
THE NRMC Coverage is a closed PPO network and has a participating list of providers. Any student-athlete or parent that chooses to go outside the NRMC network for any medical treatment or services without prior approval of the Medical Director and Head Athletic Trainer will be solely responsible for the cost of all medical claims. For further information regarding this policy, please reference the Student-Athlete Handbook.
The undersigned, by signing this release, hereby certifies that the undersigned has read and fully understands the conditions herein provided and has disclosed all pre-existing injuries.
Parent Signature:
Student-Athlete Signature:
Date:
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Northwestern State University Sports Medicine Front and Back Copy of Health Insurance Card
Name: Sport: Date:
Please attach an enlarged, clean copy of the FRONT AND BACK of your health insurance card below.
FRONT:
BACK:
FIGHT SONG
Go ye Demons take the field, Northwestern Demons never yield.So, fight Demons win tonight, Victory is on our side! Go! Fight! Win! Purple and white shall ever reign, Filling the air with battle strain. So, Demons forever stand And fight for dear old Demonland.ALMA MATER
Oh, Alma Mater here today, We for thy lasting blessings pray,
We know not where our paths may go, But, thou’ll uphold us still we know, Unchanging thou, ‘mid changes vast,
Unswerved from ideals of the past, Steadfast and true, our watchword e’re shall be
To thee, our Alma Mater, Loyalty!
