Hello Glacier Peak Band Families,
Thanks to everyone who came out to our 16th Annual Swing Dance this past Saturday evening. Both the Glacier Peak and Valley View Jazz Bands did an excellent job of entertaining us. Also, a HUGE shout out to all our volunteers! We all had a blast and danced the night away!
And now here’s what’s “happening” with our Glacier Peak High School Band Programs…
Important Upcoming Events:
- TOMORROW, Tuesday, February 3rd – UW Band Festival @ Meany Center for Performing Arts in Seattle (Wind Ensemble)
- THIS Saturday, February 7th – Solo & Ensemble @ Arlington HS
- Next Tuesday, February 10th – Band Booster Board Meeting @ 7pm in the Band Room (Parents Invited)
- February 12th-14th – WMEA All-State Performances in Yakima, WA
The Band Boosters Want You…. to VOLUNTEER!!!
Here are the upcoming events that we need help with:
- February 3rd – UW Band Festival (Wind Ensemble)
- March 5th – CWU Wind Festival (Wind Ensemble)
- March 16th & 17th – MPMEA Band Festival (all bands)
- March 21st – Newport Jazz Festival (Jazz I & II)
GP Band Spirit Wear
On Sale NOW!
🎵”Baby, it’s cold outside!”❄
So warm up with our GP Band Spirit Wear this winter season! We offer everything from hoodies and jackets to beanies and scarves!
Feeling Generous?
Here are a few ways you can support our GP Band Programs:
- Donate a one-time or monthly tax-free amount to be a “Friend of the GP Band”
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- Buy items for our upcoming events from our Amazon Wishlist 🎁
The Grizzly Band keeps “Bouncing Along” this Basketball Season! 🏀
The Grizzly Band is more than just a band—it’s a lively community that builds school pride and supports our teams at all home football games, selected basketball games, and community parades. If you’re a GPHS student, you’re invited to join the fun and excitement with the Grizzly Band! Let’s create unforgettable memories together!
Winter/Spring Schedule 2026 📆
February
3rd – UW Band Festival
7th– Solo & Ensemble @ Arlington HS
10th – Band Booster Board Meeting @ 7pm in the Band Room (Parents Invited)
12th-14th WMEA All-State Performances in Yakima, WA
14th – WMEA Conference Percussion Performance in Spokane, WA
March
5th – CWU Wind Festival for Wind Ensemble
10th – Band Booster Board Meeting @ 7pm in the Band Room (Parents Invited)
16th & 17th – MPMEA Band Festival for Wind Ensemble @ Arlington HS
21st – Newport Jazz Festival for Jazz 1 and Jazz 2 @ Newport HS
April
14th – Band Boosters Board Meeting
23rd – Bridging the Gap Concert @ Valley View Middle School
May
2nd – Newport Jazz Festival
9th – Snohomish Jazz Festival
12th – Band Booster Board Meeting
15th-17th – Silverwood Trip
21st – Spring Band Concert
28th – Band Banquet
“Band Happenings” Weekly Newsletters
If someone you know is missing out on our Weekly “Band Happenings” Newsletters, please direct them to our website at grizzlyband.org or provide their email(s) by contacting gphsbandboosters@gmail.com.
***Students, please sign up with an email you will regularly check throughout the year (avoid using just your SSD school email).
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Link Tree
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Video of the Week
“Sing, Sing, Sing”
GP Jazz I
2025 Winter Jazz Concert
Questions, Comments or Concerns?
email us at gphsbandboosters@gmail.com
The Band Booster Board meets on the second Tuesday @ 7pm in the GPHS Band Room