Our 38th annual Playathon was another huge success. Fantastic music and good community vibes contributed to a wonderful event. A huge thank you to Anna Chriss and James Treadwell, our student and parent chairs, respectively as well as EVERY student and parent who had a hand in the organization, planning and implementation of this tremendous undertaking. The cooperation and dedication of our band community is what truly sets us apart. We raised nearly $30,000 for the band program, thanks to pledge parties and the generous donations of our families and the community. Way to go Rio!

Please join Rio Band for 17 hours of non stop fun and music!  Here is the schedule of events:

7am-1:50pm: Performances for Rio students

2-3pm: HCB, AM and Smamble perform for Rio Staff

3:15-4:20pm: HCB with middle school kids

4:30-5:30pm: ACB with elementary school kids

5:50-8:45pm: Public concert- In order: FM, PM, AM, ICB, ACB, HCB

9-10pm: ALL-PLAY! 

10pm-midnight: Dance

Midnight: cleanup and pickup

ALL times are approximate

Come on out and join the fun!!

We are presenting three concerts this week. All are at 7pm in the PAC. They are free and open to the public.

Tomorrow (Tuesday, 10/16)- The world-famous AM Jazz Ensemble in concert, with three of our fantastic small jazz combos. This concert is mandatory for all members of the FM Jazz Ensemble.

Wednesday, 10/17- Piano recital

Friday, 10/19- The United States Air Force ‘Band of the Golden West’ performs at Rio! Our Honors Concert Band will open the show. This concert is mandatory for all members of our Intermediate and Advanced Concert Bands.