We are excited for our concert this Friday at the Center For The Arts at River Ridge. Here are the final details to help everyone prepare:
• Arrival Time: Please plan to arrive around 5:00pm (dressed in concert attire)
• Sound Check: All students should be ready on stage ready to go by 5:30pm
• Auditorium Doors Open: The doors will open to the public at 6:40pm (please do not sneak in before)
• Concert End time: If everything runs on time we should be done by 9:00pm

Our boosters will also be holding a 50/50 Raffle during the evening. They will be accepting cash or credit card for a chance to win and support our program.
Thank you for your continued support. We can’t wait to see you at the concert.
Have a great day!

Hello Everyone,

Our Annual Car Wash Battle for the Bucket is coming up this Saturday from 9:30am – 12:30pm. Percussion and Guard won last year while Brass came in a very close 2nd. Which section will be next to be engraved on the bucket?!?!?!!! Bring buckets, sponges, and lots of towels! We will also need parent volunteers at each location. Please let me know what location you would like to help out with?

Saturday, May 10th from 9:30am – 12:30pm
Percussion/Guard – 7/11 on Hicks Rd. and SR 52 (bring signed waiver)
Woodwinds – Kickin Wings, 8702 SR 52, Hudson Fl
Brass- 7/11 on Moonlake Rd and SR 52

May 16th, 7:00pm Spring Concert @ River Ridge High School
Students will need to be at River Ridge High School at 5:30pm in their black concert attire or red jazz attire. Arrange to have big instruments picked up from Hudson HS and brought to River Ridge Performing Arts Center. Showtime at 7pm, it’s going to be FANTASTIC!!

May 22, 7:00pm Band Awards Nigh at Hudson High School Gym
(semi-formal dress)
Everyone is invited to our huge potluck feast! We will recognize our outstanding students, announce our leadership for next year, and present our 2025 Halftime Show!! To make sure we don’t have too much of something we will divide up who will bring what for our feast. If you have a signature dish you would like to bring, please do!!

Percussion/Guard – Beverages, sides or appetizers.
Brass – Entrees, or vegetable
Woodwinds – Beverages, or desserts

Band Camp 2025 – All camps will be at Hudson High School
Percussion & Guard, July 21-24, 9am-Noon
Leadership Camp, July 21 – 24, 1pm – 5pm
Band Camp, July 28- August 1, 1pm – 9pm

Have a great day!

Hey Everyone!

Tomorrow’s the much anticipated day! Since the event is outdoors, we’re going with a more relaxed and sun friendly look: Hawaiian tops, jeans, and black shoes. (sorry for the late notice- is was last minute idea to keep everyone more comfortable in the sun!) I will have some extra Hawaiian shirts for those who can’t find one by tomorrow. Bring a lunch for the bus ride and don’t forget to bring some money for concessions- there’ll be plenty of good food for and treats available.

Date: Saturday, April 26th, 2025

Meeting Time: 10:00am at Hudson High School in the Band room.

Departure Time 10:30am to 2001 City Center Circle Port Orange, Fl 32129

Performance Time 2:40pm

Listen to Jazz Bands

4:00pm JW Mitchell High School

4:20pm Spruce Creek High School

4:45pm University of North Florida

5:45pm University of Central Florida Big Band

6:45pm University of Central Florida Flying Horse Big Band

Departure Time: 7:45pm

Return Time: Approximately 10:30pm

We are all set for a fantastic time. See you tomorrow!

Christina (Terry) Adams
Band Director
Hudson High School
(727)774-4396
Website – Hudson HS Class Act
Facebook – Hudson High Class Act Band

Having parent support is a crucial part of any band’s success, and we are so incredibly grateful for everything this year’s Band Boosters have done to support our students and program. From organizing events to volunteering time and energy, your impact has been felt in every note we’ve played – thank you!

As we look ahead to next year, we’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Band Booster Board Meeting. We’re currently seeking new officers and volunteers to help keep the momentum going and continue building something special.

Details:
What: Band Booster Board Meeting
When: Tuesday, April 15th at 6pm
Where: Hudson High Band room

Getting involved is a fun way to make new friends, stay connected with the band program, and make a real difference. No experience is necessary – just your time, ideas, and enthusiasm. Whether you’re curious, about what we do or ready to jump in, we’d love to see you there.

Lakeside Jazz Festival Information
We are thrilled to announce that our Jazz Band has been invited to perform at the Lakeside Jazz Festival on Friday, April 26th. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to showcase their talent at a prestigious event alongside other outstanding jazz ensemble from around the region. Everyone is invited to attend and support our students as they represent our school with pride and passion. We are also looking for chaperones to help us make this a safe and successful trip.

Trip Details:
Date: Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Meeting Time: 10:00am at Hudson High School in the bandroom.
Departure Time 10:30am to 2001 City Center Circle Port Orange, Fl 32129
Performance Time 2:40pm
Listen to University Bands
University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble
University of Central Florida Big Band
University of Central Florida Flying Horse Big Band
Return Time: Approximately 10:30pm
Cost: $35 per person due 4/17 (includes transportation and festival entry)
Bring some money for lunch and dinner

Payment can be made by cash, check or charge. If paying by check, please make payable to Hudson High Band Parent, Inc. Please Have your student place his/her payment in an envelope and drop in the red box in the band room. If paying by debit or creditcard, 3% will be added to your total.
Order forms are in the band room.​

Hello Everyone,

Hope you had a great spring break! Congratulations to our students who performed at State Solo/Ensemble. Three of our students received Superiors!!!

We are now entering our final quarter and I would like to give you some important dates:

March 29th – Chasco Parade in New Port Richey
We will meet at 11am in the band room. We still need a golf cart and at least 10 chaperones. Please let me know if you are available to help. The parade starts at 1pm and we should be back at school around 3pm.

April 10th Jazz MPA at Hernando High School – 700 Bell Ave, Brooksville, FL 34601
Everyone will need to find their own ride to Hernando High School. We will meet at 6:30pm and already dressed in our jazz concert attire (red button up shirt, dress pants). Our performance time is 7:35pm.

April 26th Lakeside Jazz Festival at Port Orange Florida
Our Jazz Band has the honor of playing for this fantastic event and everyone is invited. We will take a charter bus, perform, and listening to college and professional jazz bands. Cost will be $35 dollars, due by April 17th.

May 1st After-School Rehearsals will resume
Monday and Thursdays 1:45pm – 3:45pm till May 16

May 6th & 7th – Drum Major Clinic.
Students wishing to try out for Drum Major will need to attend these very important sessions for the audition. Times will be 1:45 – 3pm

May 9th – Leadership Audition

May 10th – Annual Car Wash Battle 9:30am – 12:30pm
Last year our guard and percussion were the big winners by raising $998 dollars and the first spot on the bucket. Who will it be this year?

May 16th Spring Concert at River Ridge Performing Arts Center 7:00pm
All students will need to be at the center and ready to go by 5:30pm for sound check. You won’t want to miss this show!

May 22nd Band Awards Night at Hudson High School Gym
Come join us for our final band event. We will have a huge potluck feast to be followed by awards.

When making summer vacation plans please keep these date in mind for our camps
July 21 – 24 – Guard and Drum Camp
July 28 – August 1 – Band Camp at Hudson HS

This year has gone by fast and we are going to finishing strong!

Have a great day!

We are thrilled to share some exciting news about our Indoor Guard and 8 soloists qualifying for State MPA. Their hard work and dedication have earned them a spot at this prestigious event, where they be performing on March 20th at Lakewood Ranch High School. As we celebrate this achievement, we also want to remind you of our next major evaluation ) Concert MPA. Our band will be performing at River Ridge High School on March 7th. Parents are welcome to attend and support. We are also in need of chaperones. Please see the itinerary below for important details:

March 7th – Concert MPA @ River Ridge High School
5:30pm – Meet in band room dressed in concert attire (black button up shirt and dress pants)
6:00pm – Leave for River Ridge High School
7:00pm – Warm-up
7:30pm – Performance
8:30pm – Arrive back to Hudson High School.

Upcoming Band Camp Dates
Looking ahead, we ant to ensure families are prepared for the upcoming marching season. Please mark your calendars for Band Camp 2025
• July 21 – 24 Percussion Camp
• July 28 – August 1 Band Camp

Thank you for your continued support of our amazing students and program. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Hello Everyone,

Hope this email finds you well. Next week both our Indoor Guard, Percussion Ensemble and chamber ensembles and soloists will be performing at J.W. Mitchell High School. Everyone will need to find their own ride to J.W.Mitchell High School. All performance times for each event are posted in the band room. Please refer to the following for more information for each event:

Indoor Guard – Friday, February 7th @ J.W. Mitchell High School

You will need to find your own ride to JW Mitchell High School. We will meet at 4pm by the gym. Be already dressed in your costume (unless performing a solo). Our soloists will start at 4:30pm and our Indoor Guard performance will be at 5:37pm. The performance is open to the public and free, come support the Guard!!

Percussion Ensemble – Friday,  February 7th @ J.W. Mitchell High School

You will need to find your own ride to JW Mitchell High School. We will meet at 6pm by the band room. Be dressed in your concert black attire. Our performance will be at 6:40pm. Everyone is welcome to come watch this amazing percussion group!!

Solo and Ensemble – Friday and Saturday February 7th and 9th @J.W. Mitchell High School

You will need to find your own ride. All students performing a solo or/and an ensemble should arrive at least 1 hour before your scheduled performance. All performance times are posted in the band room. Wear something nice to let the judge know you are serious. Remember to pay Mrs. Deighton $40 dollars before your performance if you have not done so already!

Best of luck to everyone!!

Happy New Year!

We are back in the swing of things and having a great time! Many musical memories will be created through the preparation for our Solo/Ensemble, Indoor Guard MPA, and Concert MPA. To help you plan here is a link to our google calendar: Band Calendar

Solo/Ensemble/Percussion/Indoor Guard MPA @ J.W. Mitchel HS – February 7th
Students performing a solo and/or ensemble will need to pay $5 dollars per event (due February 1st) Mrs. Deighton will be providing piano accompaniment for students performing a solo. Her fee is $40 (due Feb. 1st) dollars which includes 2-3 lessons and the performance. Performance times will be announced at a later date. You will need to provide your own transportation to JWMHS.

Indoor Guard – Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:45 – 3:45
Our Indoor Guard has grown from 12 members to 21 and working hard! Due to not having school for the next two Mondays we will have practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the next two weeks.

Solo and Ensemble Students – Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Students may use the band room to practice their solo or ensembles. I am also available for help during that time.

Symphonic Band Rehearsals – Starting January 27, Mondays and Thursdays 1:45pm – 3:45pm
If you are a student who works, please arrange a work schedule to avoid being scheduled during our rehearsal times. Your boss will appreciate the advanced notice. (do it now)

All-County Band Concert – January 25 @ Center for the Arts at River Ridge
Come support Alex, Braden, Dominic, and Lilli, and as they perform with the All-County Band at River Ridge High School. The concert will start at 2pm.

Jazz MPA – April 10th @ Hernando High School (usually in February)
This year Jazz MPA is being offered at two different times. To help us prepare for the Lakeside Jazz Festival we are opting for the later date. More information concerning the Lakeside Jazz Festival will come soon!

Have a great day!

Christina (Terry) Adams
Band Director
Hudson High School
(727)774-4396
Facebook – Hudson High Class Act Band