Percussion
The Steele Canyon Percussion Program is an exciting and dynamic part of the Steele Instrumental Music Association (SIMA) family, bringing together musicianship, rhythm, movement, teamwork, and performance. As an integral part of the award-winning Steele Regiment, our percussion students help drive the energy, excitement, and musical foundation of our competitive marching band each fall.
Through both battery percussion and front ensemble, students develop technical proficiency, rhythmic precision, musical expression, and ensemble skills while bringing our field productions to life. The Steele Regiment performs throughout Southern California at marching band competitions, home football games, parades, community events, and special performances. Along the way, students build confidence, leadership, discipline, and lasting friendships.
But percussion at Steele Canyon extends far beyond the marching field! Through Percussion Ensemble, concert performances, and additional musical opportunities, students explore a wide variety of percussion instruments, techniques, and musical styles. From powerful marching rhythms to intricate concert percussion literature, students are challenged to grow as versatile, independent musicians and collaborative performers.
Whether performing under the stadium lights, on the concert stage, at Disney, or around the world, Steele Canyon percussionists are part of something bigger than themselves. As members of the SIMA music family, they share a tradition of excellence, dedication, community, and unforgettable experiences.
One Beat. One Regiment. One Family.
CALENDAR
What to Expect for Band Students
Home Football Games
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Drumline escorts Varsity team to field at 6 P.M.- 6:10 P.m.
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Students will have free time from the time school gets out at 2:40 until 5:45 to eat dinner and do school work.
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Arrive at 5:30 PM and change into uniform. (gloves, shoes, BLACK socks, no plumes until halftime).
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Pit students begin to bring instruments down to the field.
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Be ready with instrument in quad by 6:20 PM.
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Band warm up, drumline separate warm up.
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Line up at 6:45 and march down to the stadium.
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National Anthem played before game. Approx. 7:00 PM
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March into stands for pep tunes.
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No eating or drinking (other than water) during the game.
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Perform field show at halftime.
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Pit returns instruments to the field.
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Play for the rest of the game.
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4th quarter recycling team (changes each game) returns to room to change out of uniform and into recycling gear. Team returns down to the field to collect recycling at the end of the game.
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At end of game, march back to room.
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Students change out of uniform and clean up room. Students must check with section leaders before they are able to leave.
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Students should be ready to be picked up around 9:45-10:00P.M.
Competitions
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Call Time Sheets will be posted on the website A.S.A.P. at least by one week prior to the event
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Students will arrive to the school with band shoes, polo shirts, basketball shorts, black socks, and a black shirt.
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Students will help transporting equipment to the trailer. Equipment leaders will direct students what needs to be done.
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Before students load the bus they need to make sure they have their instrument, shoes, and hat with them. Multiple reminders will be said in order to insure everyone will remember what they need to bring!
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On the bus ride we expect maturity and common sense.
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Once we arrive at the site students will unload the trailer and change into uniforms. This is where the performance starts. It is really important that Steele Canyon High School has a good reputation when visiting and competing at other schools. Again, maturity and common sense is important.
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Stretching, warming up, and getting into performance mode is our top priority.
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Performance time! *Alternates, this is the one instance where you will not be performing on the sideline unless we have an absence. The director will let you know if this is the case ahead of time*
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Once the performance is completed you will change out of uniforms. And put on your “B” uniform, which is a polo shirt and or band jacket.
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As a group we will move into the stands where we will watch other bands perform and wait for the award ceremony.
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You are allowed to visit the concession stands and purchase food, or bring your own food. All students must be in a group of 2 or more and must check with the parent chaperones ahead of time.
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After the awards ceremony we will meet at the busses, take roll, and head home.
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As soon as we turn onto the 94 freeway, you will be asked to call home to remind your parents to pick you up. Keep in mind… we need to unload the trailer and keep the band room clean, but at the same time, the staff and chaperone parents do not want to have to wait on you to get picked up. Please be in constant communication with your parents!
Band Camp for Percussion Students
Band camp is mandatory for all band students. It takes place a week or so before school officially begins. Aside from learning marching and music it’s an opportunity to meet new band members and get reacquainted with old ones.
Where:
SCHS Band Room / Marching (Football) Field
Food & Drink:
Bring water! Bottles of water, sports drinks, thermos or hydration packs are a very good idea! Lunch and dinner are provided for $5 each meal. Students can bring their own food if they so choose. Meals will be published the week prior for ordering
DRESS
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Casual – shorts and black t-shirts
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Athletic shoes and socks. NO SANDALS OR BARE FEET!
what to bring:
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Sunscreen, very important
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Sunglasses
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Hat
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Practice pad and sticks
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Thin cushioned skin tape
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Small band-aids
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Sweatshirt – for evening session if it cools off
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Your smiles, willingness to learn and great attitude
Getting there:
Please let your section leader know if you are having problems with getting a ride to rehearsals. We can help you figure it out, but only if you let us know ahead of time!
Percussion Camp
Percussion camp is mandatory for all percussion students. It takes place two weeks before school starts; one week before band camp. Aside from learning all the fundamentals needed in order to be a percussionist at Steele Canyon, it will be an exciting opportunity to spend a week with just those in the percussion section.
CLASSES
Fall Classes - Steele Regiment
This class is made up of all percussion students and all students are members of the Steele Regiment marching band. Students attend all extra marching rehearsals as discussed in the previous section. Members of the percussion class are expected to learn and perform on all instruments associated with percussion playing, including keyboard mallet instruments.
Percussion Ensemble
During the Spring, the percussion ensemble rehearses the Concert Band music in addition to preparing multiple percussion-only pieces. The group performs at all regular concerts as part of the Concert Band, and as a standalone ensemble. The percussion ensemble also performs at festivals for ratings.
Winter Line
Winter Percussion, also known as Winter Line, is an extracurricular performance ensemble that takes place outside of the regular school day during the winter and spring seasons. Students must be enrolled in a Steele Canyon music class to be eligible to participate. As an extension of the Steele Regiment and the Steele Instrumental Music Association (SIMA) program, Winter Line provides students with the opportunity to further develop their percussion skills through a competitive indoor performance experience. Students perform on a variety of percussion instruments, including battery percussion and keyboard mallet instruments, while combining music, movement, choreography, and visual effects to create an exciting indoor production. Members are expected to attend all scheduled rehearsals, performances, and competitions outside of regular school hours. The ensemble travels throughout Southern California to participate in winter percussion competitions and festivals, representing Steele Canyon while developing advanced musicianship, teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills. Winter Line offers students a unique opportunity to continue their musical growth beyond the fall marching season while building lasting friendships and contributing to the tradition of excellence within the Steele Regiment and SIMA music family.
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Official Steele Canyon Performance Attire
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All students have the option of using school provided attire or may purchase their own.
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*Items marked with an asterisk are provided to the student by Steele Regiment
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Please contact members of leadership if you have any individual questions. Dress rehearsals will be conducted in dress to approve of concert dress. Students will not be allowed on stage without the appropriate attire.
All Bands – Regiment Casual Uniforms – Used for casual performances
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Steele Regiment Polo Shirt
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Black Pants
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Black Socks
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Black Shoes
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If a jacket or sweatshirt is worn, it must be a SR team jacket, or SCHS jacket
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(Travel or Pep Band Uniform is Polo Only)
Marching Band Performance Uniform
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Jacket, Pants, and Shako*
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Marching Shoes
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Gloves (not required for students in pit or percussion)
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Black Socks (must come up past the ankle)
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Concert Attire – Concert Band
Option #1
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Tuxedos (Black Jackets, Pants, White Shirt, Bow Tie) Some school jackets are available
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Black Socks
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Black Shoes
Option #2
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Black Blouse (Shoulders must be covered)
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Black Pants or long skirt (Knees must be covered)
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Black Shoes (Toes must be covered)
Please pick the option you identify with for attire.
Contact the Band Parents Booster Club
To contact us, please fill out the form below or send an email directly to hluck@schscougars.org.