Wow, what an October we’ve had together! The energy, spirit, and support from everyone in our community made each event memorable, and we’re excited to keep the momentum going through November! Here’s a look back and a sneak peek at what’s coming up next.
🎸 October Highlights 🎸
Battle of the Rock Bands (10/5):
Our bands rocked the stage, bringing incredible talent and pure fun! Thanks to all who joined us and helped create unforgettable memories. 🎶 You can relive the moments by visiting the Battle of the Rock Bands page.
Fall Vocal Concert (10/18):
Our Fall Vocal Concert was a huge hit! With strong online ticket sales, we’re encouraging everyone to continue booking early to secure their seats and enjoy a smooth concert day experience. VIP tickets are limited, so grab them in advance to guarantee the best view for future shows! 👏
Marching Band Highlights:
Our amazing Marching Band kept busy with two competitions and three home football games. We were proud to see our band score 3rd place at Costa Mesa High and 2nd place at Capistrano Valley High! Senior Night on 10/25 was an especially touching event, celebrating our graduating seniors with a tunnel of love and support from families and younger students. 💫 Don’t forget to visit our 2024 Marching Band Field Season page and share your favorite photos and videos with Hyojin if you’d like to add to our growing gallery!
Fundraising Successes:
With two restaurant fundraisers, one at Chipotle (10/7) and one at Lucille’s BBQ (10/31), we raised valuable funds for our music program! Thank you to everyone who dined and donated—we appreciate every bit of support! 🍽️
Special Thanks to Our Amazing Volunteers & Donors 🎊
We couldn’t do any of this without you! To every parent, friend, and supporter who spent time or donated in October—THANK YOU! Your support brings our events to life, making every concert and performance special for our students.
🎖️ Top Volunteers by Hours Spent:
Masako & David (Sean’s), Dora (Keaton’s), Linda & Kelly (Kaden’s), Bernd (Alex’s), Helena (Amy’s), Sujeong (Jayden’s), Saekyong (Wonny’s), Jamie (Kaden’s), Sunny (Luna’s), Jonathan (Jonathan’s), Reg (Not’), Russell (Carson’s), Anna (Yuna & Yena’s), Bokyoung (Jiwoo’s), Rachel & Dean (Dylan’s), Emma (Luna’s), Jennie (Rachel’s), Aparna (Pranav’s), Lawrence (Kian’s), Hyeongeun (Doyoon’s), Yung (Alice’s), Sujin (Jimin & Sera’s), Annie (Evan’s), Hester (Jane’s), Nesa (Mahya’s), Suzie (Neo’s), Jie (Snow’s), Jung Wan (Chanoo’s), Melanie (Kainoa’s), Mi Jin (Bill’s), Tony (Tony’s), Jeptha (Megan’s), Kate (Jason’s), Gladys (Ryder Kingston’s), Hyun Sik (Chanoo’s), Jungyi (Alice’s), Rani (Bryan’s), Tony (Aidan’s), Suin (Alice’s), JJ (Jane’s), Julia (Daniel’s), Chau (Benjamin’s), Gemma (Ethan’s), Vinita (Leia’s), Kyle (Julian’s), Mike (Lucas’s), Franchesco (Sunah’s), Harold (Michael’s), Vina (Zoe’s), Ayaka (Kyto’s), Julie (Andy’s), Sofia, Sasha, James
❤️ October Donors:
Anna (Yuna & Yena’s), Annie (Evan’s), Ayaka (Kyto’s), Bokyoung (Jiwoo’s), Christine (Celia’s), Daniel (Jona’s), Emma (Luna’s), Gemma (Ethan’s), Helen, Helena (Amy’s), Hester (Jane’s), Hyekyeong (Jason’s), Hyeongeun (Doyoon’s), Hyojin (Leah’s), Jamie (Kaden’s), Jennie (Rachel’s), Jennifer (Joseph’s), Jimi (Hyunbeen’s), Josh Simpson, Jung Wan (Chanoo’s), Junghwa (Jacqueline’s), Kathleen (Carson’s), Kum Suk (Sebum’s), Kye (Philip’s), Kyuchang (Alice’s), Kyungwon (Minseong’s), Masako (Sean’s), Namkyun (Yeonwoo’s), Nesa (Mahya’s), Raina (Koeun’s), Rani (Bryan’s), Renee (Sawyer’s), Saekyong (Wonny’s), Su Jeong (Mila’s), Suin (Alice’s), Sujeong (Jayden’s), Sujin (Jimin & Sera’s), Sunny (Luna’s), Vinita (Leia’s), William (Ryan’s), Youjin (Eric’s), Youngsin (Danny’s), Younju (Andy’s)
Thank you all for being part of our music family! 🎶
🎼 November Events to Look Forward To 🎼
November’s lineup is packed, so mark your calendars and join us as we bring even more music and community joy your way!
11/1 - Chords & Coffee: Get cozy with a coffee and enjoy acoustic performances by our talented Guitar & Pop students! Details here.
11/6 - IUSD Band Spectacular at Irvine High: Cheer on our bands and lend a hand if you can! We need volunteer drivers and props team—sign up here.
11/7 - Boosters General Meeting: Join us for our first themed meeting on music opportunities at PHS and IUSD—ideal for freshmen parents looking to get more involved.
Marching Band Competitions:
11/9 - San Clemente
11/16 - Division Championships
11/23 - State Championship
11/21 & 11/22 - Band/Orchestra Winter Concert:
Don’t miss our Winter Concert! Book your tickets early to secure your spot (concert tickets). For those looking to attend multiple events, our season pass is the best deal (season pass link).
We can’t wait to see you all in November, celebrating our incredible student musicians and enjoying time together before the Thanksgiving break! 🍁 Thank you for your love and support.