Great Bridge Middle School Bands

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We are proud to offer a vibrant and engaging band program where students develop their musical skills, build lifelong friendships, and experience the joy of making music together. Whether you’re a student, parent, or guest, this site is your one-stop hub for everything band — from calendars and forms to news, media, and resources. Together, we’re building a community that celebrates growth, teamwork, and excellence in music. We’re so glad you’re here!

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Announcements and Upcoming Events

Chamber Groups - No More Rehearsals - Morning Celebration in June

Dear Ensemble Parents,

I hope you are well!

All morning ensemble rehearsals for Great Bridge Brass, Flute Choir, and Wildcat Winds have officially concluded for the year following our Spring Recital last week. The students did a fantastic job, and we’re incredibly proud of their hard work and growth this season!

I also want to apologize for any confusion caused by outdated information in the GBMS Wildcat Weekly calendar, which showed upcoming rehearsal dates. I’ve already resolved that conflict to avoid future confusion.

To celebrate the students' dedication and accomplishments, we’ll be planning a small morning party in June. I’ll send out details as soon as we finalize a date and time.

Thanks again for your continued support, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Best regards,
E. Graybill, B. Glosser, T. Rooksby

6th and 7th - Spring Concert - Tues. May 27

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to announce that our upcoming 6th and 7th Grade Band Concert will have a special theme: FIRE!

As part of the fun, students are encouraged to dress up in fire-inspired colors or costumes to match the theme. Students can participate in as simple or as extravagant as they'd like.

Here are some easy, concert-appropriate ideas:

Wear red, orange, yellow, or black clothing

Add a flame accessory (hat, scarf, hairpiece)

Dress as a firefighter, dragon, campfire, or anything fire-themed

Keep it safe, school-appropriate, and comfortable for playing their instrument

Please note: Students do not need to wear their usual concert black attire for this performance. The goal is to have fun with the theme and build excitement for the concert!

Concert Details:
Monday, May 27
Great Bridge High School Auditorium
Students must be seated and ready by 6:45 PM — this is our official tardy time. Concert begins at 7:30 PM

There's no need to go buy anything new — even just a red shirt adds to the energy! We want students to feel excited and involved in the performance.

Thank you for supporting your young musicians. We can't wait to see them light up the stage!

Sincerely,

Mr. Glosser and Mr. Graybill

8th and Stage Band - Spring Concert - Wed. May 28

Dear GBMS Band Families,

We're writing to share details about our final band concert of the year, which will take place on Wednesday, May 28, at 7:30 PM in the Great Bridge Middle School auditorium.

Please note: This is a location change from the original schedule—the concert will not be held at the high school, as previously expected.

This performance will feature both the Stage Band and the 8th Grade Symphonic Band, and will last under an hour. A school administrator will be present to support supervision and assist with any emergencies.

Student Arrival & Concert Details:

Arrival time: Students should report to Band Room 304 by 7:00 PM
Attire: All-black concert attire (same as previous performances)
Dismissal: Students are expected to stay for the entire concert
Audience note: Concert expected to last less than one hour

Concert Theme: Launch into the Vast Unknown

This year's concert is designed as a multimedia experience, featuring lighting, visuals, and music that explores themes of space, adventure, and discovery.