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Director's Report and Upcoming Events

Director's Report

The Bandcake Breakfast is Saturday May 16. It is one of two largest fundraisers for the year. Great food, great music and some great items for sale at our auction. The whole morning is a family friendly and community focused event. Please spread the word and invite friends and neighbors!



For Amador is our name,

Mr. Grantham & Mr. Fell

Congratulations Mr. Fell

Congratulations to our own Mr. Fell, winner of the 2026 PUSD Excellence in Education award! This award honors educators who have made a difference in the lives of students and families within Pleasanton Unified School District.

Last night Mr. Fell missed the official award ceremony in order to be at the AVHS Spring Concert, just one of a zillion examples of his dedication to Amador's music program and students. Thanks for always going above and beyond, Mr. Fell!

CMEA Band and Orchestra festival

Amador Music is hosting "CMEA Band and Orchestra Festival' on May 1st and May 2nd. Parent volunteers are essential to keep everything running. Please sign up, your time and support truly make a difference. All Volunteers will get a chance to watch their children perform. 

Come watch your students! Performances will be in the Theater. Note: Amador Band and Orchestra will be performing on Friday only. 

Band- Performance Times

Concert Band-3:00 pm Fri

Symphonic Band Gold-6:10 pm Fri

Symphonic Band Purple-4:00 pm Fri

Wind Ensemble II- 7:40 pm Fri

Wind Ensemble I- 9:20 pm Fri

Orchestra- Performance Times

String Orchestra-3:30 pm Fri

Symphony Orchestra Day- 6:40 pm Fri

Symphonic A Orchestra- 8:20 pm Fri

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Sabeen Aftab or Soojin Hwang

Marching Band and Color Guards

SPRING WORKSHOPS

It's time to get ready for Marching Band 2026!! ALL NEW (rising 9th graders) and RETURNING Marching Band and Color Guard members should attend the following workshops in the band room:

WINDS (Brass and Woodwinds): May 8 & 22 (Fridays) 4pm-6:30pm

GUARD: May 4, 8, 11, 15 (Monday/Friday) 5pm-7pm

PERCUSSION: May 4, 8, 11, 15 (Monday/Friday) 5pm-7pm

Please share this information if you know any incoming 9th graders!

Spring 2027

Band & Orchestra Trip

Every 4 years concert band & orchestra go on a spring trip. For 2027, we will be going to Hawaii to participate in the 42nd Annual Pacific Music Basin.

Here is the slide deck that was shared with students. Band and orchestra students (in all grades) are eligible to join the tour.

An informational meeting will be held on Wednesday March 6 at 7:00 pm in the AVHS Band Room. While the trip is not mandatory, it is the only big trip we are taking for the next four years and we don't want anyone to miss out on the opportunity.

Fundraising and Volunteering Opportunities

Save the Date: May 16th

Bandcake Breakfast!

Get your appetites ready! Our favorite tradition is back—the Annual Bandcake Breakfast is officially happening on Saturday, May 16th, 2026.

Mark your calendars and get ready for a morning of great food, community, and support for our band. But you don't have to wait until then to join in on the action:

• Tickets & Auction Launch: This Sunday, May 3rd, 2026.

• What to expect: Delicious pancakes, live music previews, and some incredible auction items you won't want to miss.

Check back this Sunday to grab your tickets and start bidding. We can't wait to see you there!

🎶 Volunteers Needed – Join the AFM Team!

The Amador Friends of Music (AFM) community plays a vital role in supporting the incredible range of music programs at our school — including choir, orchestra, wind ensembles, marching band, color guard, winter guard, winter percussion, and jazz ensembles.

Behind every performance, competition, and unforgettable student experience is a team of dedicated parent volunteers who make it all possible. Volunteering with AFM is a great way to support our talented students, connect with other music families, and help our programs thrive. Come join the team, build lasting friendships, and create memories you’ll cherish for years to come!

We are currently looking to fill several Board and Committee positions, including Treasurer, VP of Communications, Snack Team, Overnight RAs, Uniform Committee Lead, Campana Chair and Campana Scholarship Lead. Many roles can be co-chaired or shared and support is always available - you won’t be doing it alone and we’re happy to answer any questions about responsibilities or time commitment.

Please reach out to Shreyasi Sharma at vicepresident@amadormusic.org for more information.

Volunteer at the Alameda County Fair! 🎉

Volunteer opportunities at the Alameda County Fair are now open!

By volunteering at the fair, you’ll receive free admission and help earn funds for Amador Friends of Music (AFM)—a great way to give back while having fun!

Please sign up using the QR code on the flyer and select “Amador Friends of Music” as your volunteer group.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Kathleen at fundraising@amadormusic.org. Thank you for your support! 

Learn to Drive & Support AFM

Coastline Academy has generously offered to donate 5% to Amador Friends of Music for everyone who signs up for driving lessons with the link here. Questions? Email fundraising@amadormusic.org

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