Answers to Frequently Asked Questions will be posted here throughout the year. If you have a CRHS Cougar Band Section specific question about students, please contact the Band Booster Presidents or the 9th Grade Liaison. If you have a Band Booster Board, Inc. question (financial, logistics, volunteer, chaperone, etc…), please contact the appropriate board member via the CRHS Band Booster Board page.

Miscellaneous

* When will we find out about theme days for marching rehearsals? First day of summer band – July 24

Incoming Freshmen Info

* How long are your after school practices? 2 – 3 hours, up to 8 hours of rehearsal total per week.
* How many days of the week? This varies depending on competitions and games that week.
* What about transportation? most students stay after school on rehearsal days, drive home, or have a family member pick them up after rehearsal. Transportation to and from games and marching competitions are provided and required for all students (unless you speak to the Band/Encore Director in advance of the event).
* Food? students provide their own water in a jug they purchase during Money Day (first Saturday in August annually). On Game or Contest days, usually one meal is provided, unless its all day, then potentially two meals. On the Money Day info, students provide allergy lists and our committee works to provide for all listed dietary restrictions.
* Clothing? Approved clothing for rehearsals is any white or gray shirt. Students will be fitted with a uniform at the beginning of the marching contest season and is responsible for all parts, or pay for replacement/repairs. Students receive a new concert band uniform in the spring. Hats, sunscreen, water, are also recommended to keep students safe, provided by the student in advance of rehearsals, contests, games.

Please see “The HORN” newsletter that comes out weekly from the Directors, for updates about games, what to wear, what to bring. These updates can usually also be found through a link on the main page of the band website.

Marching Show

“In the Blink of an I” is the 2023 Fall CRHS Cougar Band Marching Show