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There are two scheduled band periods at Dempsey. The Orange Band (primarily 7th graders) and the Black Band (primarily 8th graders). Both groups perform their own music for each concert throughout the year (approximately 4) and will perform at adjudicated contests each Spring. Classes meet 5 days a week for 40 minutes each day. Students will have opportunities to work in small groups, individually, use technology and further their skills as a member of these ensembles. One of the highlights each year is "Dempsey Night"; a Friday night football game in which the Dempsey Band students perform at halftime.
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Permission Slips for contest 5/8/15

5/7/2015

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The information and permission slip for OMEA Contest is attached
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May 8, 2015, Jr. High Large Group Contest - Big Walnut HS

4/22/2015

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On Friday, May 8th, both the 7th and 8th grade bands will perform at the OMEA Large Group Adjudicated Contest at Big Walnut HS in Sunbury, Ohio. The groups will be evaluated by three (3) judges and receive comments and a rating.

7th grade will perform at 4:50 pm and 8th grade at 7:10 pm.

We will transport all students by bus. The busses will depart Dempsey at 3:30 and return following the 8th grade performance.  Approximate arrival time back to Dempsey is 8:30 pm.  

Attire is the Black Musician Polo and Black slacks or skirt.  Please wear dress shoes.

Parents are welcome to attend this event (It is free) and listen to the students perform.  It is always more fun to perform in front of a crowd versus an empty auditorium, so please consider coming to support the kids.
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May 4, 2015 Spring Concert

4/22/2015

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Monday, May 4th will be the Spring Concert for Willis and Dempsey Bands. The program will begin at 7 pm at the Hayes Performing Arts Center and will feature our 5th - 8th grade bands as well as some of the Soloists and small groups that performed at the Middle School Solos and Ensemble Contests, April 18.

Performer Arrival Time:
5th and 6th grade:  6:30 pm, Meet in Choir Room
Jazz Band, 7th and 8th grades: 7 pm, Meet in Band room
Soloists and groups will be informed separately of arrival time

Attire:
Black Musician Polo, black slacks or skirt

Please plan on staying for the entire concert as all of our students have worked very hard and deserve a full audience. It should last about one hour. There will be cookies and punch served following the concert in the Hayes Commons.

We will begin with 5th grade and progress to the 8th grade. Soloists and small groups will be mixed throughout the large groups.

I look forward to sharing a fun night of music and celebration of a great year with the students and your family
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2014 Dempsey Night October 17

10/2/2014

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Friday night, October 17th is Dempsey Night. Please read and review the attached letter with all the details
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2014-15 Dempsey Performance Calendar

8/11/2014

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All City Music Festival -  Dempsey Sat., Feb 15 2014

1/9/2014

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The first All-City Music Festival featuring all the musical groups performing on one day will be held on Saturday, February 15 from 11 am -5:30 pm. This unique concert provides a unique opportunity for parents and students to see the entire spectrum of the music program offered through Delaware City Schools. in addition, there will be a chili cook-off with the chance to sample a variety of culinary delights. Details for how to participate will follow soon. Below you will find the schedule for each group performing.
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7th Grade Percussion

11/18/2013

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Veteran's Day Assembly - Friday November 8th, 8 am

11/4/2013

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Students in the Bands, Strings and Vocal program will be performing at the Dempsey Veteran's Day Assembly this Friday, November 8, 2013 at 8 am. Students are asked to wear their Black Musician Polo and jeans for the performance.
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Poinsettia Sale has begun

11/3/2013

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Students received their sales brochures for the annual Poinsettia sale on Friday, November 1, 2013. Students have until November 12th to collect orders.  Money must be collected at time of order.  We are asking that students submit ONE  check for the entire amount due.  Checks are to be made payable to: Delaware City Schools

There are two sizes Regular ($12.50) and Large ($22.50)
Colors are: White, Red, Pink, Burgundy and Marble

Back this year is the Christmas Rose plant ($20.00) and Visions of Grandeur Poinsettia ($25.00)
Please support our band program.
Plants will be delivered on December 5, 2013
If you have any questions, please email Mr. Notestine at: notestal@delawarecityschools.net 
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Remind 101 Sign-up

10/16/2013

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Please sign up for Remind101.  This service allows me to send out text messages concerning updates and information on a timely basis. I encourage students (and parents) to sign up for this free service.
Here are the step-by-step instructions:
Open a text message on your phone to this number: 567-621-4679
In the body of the text message enter:  If 7th grade; @dempseyora
                                                          If 8th grade; @dempseyb
You will receive a return message asking you to confirm or identify your name, you must respond to become active
That's it. I will use this service to remind about concert attire, performances, fundraiser pic
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