NOVEMBER 19, 2011
UH VS SMU
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LATEST INFORMATION
From: UHBANDS-ALUMNI@yahoogroups.com [mailto:UHBANDS-ALUMNI@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 12:35 PM
Update on the Band Alumni Reunion:
As everyone should know by now ESPN is coming to UH to broadcast live this weekend and that has affected the band's schedule.
Here is the new information you need for the alumni reunion:
1. The band will be on-hand at Cullen Performance Hall for the beginning of both episodes of GameDay at 8 and 9 am.
2. Rehearsal is now from 9:45-10:30 in the Athletics Indoor Facility. This time is strict, because the band must be back before Lee Corso (presumably) puts on Shasta's head and picks UH to win.
3. If you want to go onto the field and perform at halftime, you MUST attend rehearsal. The band staff will be passing out field credentials at that time. For security reasons, there can't be any exceptions to this.
4. To be certain, if you plan on going onto the field, please send a quick email to alumniband2011@gmail.com Mr. Bennefield needs a headcount for halftime ASAP.
5. The cost of the benefit lunch at the President's Pavilion is $10 and it starts at noon. Proceeds benefit the heart transplant fund for former Coach Joe Curl.
GO COOGS!
OLD INFORMATION
RSVP Today! alumniband2011@gmail.com
It's time for the annual Spirit of Houston Alumni Reunion!!
All former band members, dolls, cheerleaders, mascots, et. al. are welcome back for the 2011 edition of the Spirit of Houston Alumni Reunion!
RSVP INFORMATION!
Please email alumniband2011@gmail.com to RSVP for the reunion. In the email please indicate whether or not you would like to participate on the field. We need a headcount to provide Athletics for security reasons.
Features:
* Rehearsal with the current Spirit of Houston and their new director, Troy Bennefield, and special guest--former director Robert Mayes
* Pre-game charity luncheon to support former Lady Cougar Basketball Coach Joe Curl, who is in need of a heart transplant
* Pre-game on the field, with guest director Mr. Robert Mayes, featuring everyone's favorite, EL CID!
* Halftime on the field, with guest conductor & Cougar Band alum Randal Sitton, featuring alumni favorites from many decades, including "Get It On".
* The opportunity to interact with the Spirit of Houston and cheer on the Coogs!
Itinerary:
10:00 am - REHEARSAL - This will take place on the practice field inside the Athletics/Alumni Facility. (This time & location are tentative...changes will be announced). Rehearsal will cover pre-game and halftime. Music will be available on http://spiritofhouston.blogspot.com/ by Monday, November 14th.
11:00 am - GROUP PHOTO & BREAK - The annual group photo will be taken following rehearsal. Then there will be free time to mingle with the Spirit of Houston, reconnect with your friends and former directors and proceed to the stadium.
12:00 pm - LUNCH - This year, we are participating in the university-wide charity fundraiser to support the effort to raise funds for a heart transplant for former Lady Cougar Basketball coach Joe Curl. This will take place at the President's Pavilion on the home side of Robertson Stadium. The Spirit of Houston Alumni Association will not be providing food at this game and has chosen to support this worthy endeavor.
1:30 pm – PRE-GAME CONCERT - The Spirit of Houston will be performing for fans outside the stadium in the tailgating village. Following the concert, the band we will proceed into the stadium.
2:15 pm – PRE-GAME ON THE FIELD - Featuring all the Cougar standards, plus the 80s/90s anthem, EL CID, and Mr. Mayes.
4:00 pm - HALFTIME - Featuring music from different eras, including "Get It On" and the favorite of this year's seniors, "Four Minutes to Save the World".
Equipment:
There is very limited equipment available for alumni use. If you will need to borrow equipment, you must contact the band department in advance. Email Cristina Mendoza, the doctoral teaching assistant at cristina.e.mendoza@gmail.com to ask about availability.
Parking:
The lot in front of the music building (16B/C) is not a cash lot this year. The nearest lots are $10 to park and are located across Elgin near the intramural fields and by the Band Annex & Law School.
