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June 1, 2009 Letter from Patti McNutt: Dear Students, Parents and Alumni of the Grossmont Instrumental Music Program ~ I am writing today with a heavy heart, to say good-bye to our current Director, Jessica Runck. Mrs. Runck will be leaving Grossmont High School for another teaching position at the end of the school year. Although Mrs. Runck was a part of the program for a very short time, she will be greatly missed. Her organization, creativity and passion for the program were apparent at every event and concert. The students thrived under her direction and have become better musicians because of her participation at Grossmont High School. Mrs. Runck, in explaining her departure, has made it clear that she is leaving the program for reasons that have nothing to do with the children or the parents. I hope you will join me in wishing Mrs. Runck a very happy and prosperous career, I know she will do a wonderful job wherever life takes her. It is important to know that the instrumental music program at Grossmont High School is not in jeopardy. The administration will be looking for a new Director, and we will inform you of the outcome as soon as possible. Marty Bassett has agreed to direct our marching band again next year, and he and his team will be working with the students and student leaders over the summer to ensure another successful year! Please remain “connected” to important information by checking the website often. We will be updating the calendar when necessary and will send out emails to keep you informed about important events. Please make sure that we have your current email address by writing to
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and stay informed!!! Have a terrific summer… I hope to see you all at band camp!!! Respectfully, Patti McNutt GIMA Booster President 2009 – 2010 Letter from Jessica Runck: Dear Students and Parents:
I am so proud of the students and their hard work in preparation for our final concert. They did a great job and their dedication to the program really shows.
The Symphonic and Concert Bands have been working hard all semester and they continue to flourish as musicians. Improvements in all musical facets are excellent and evident in their performance at the spring concert. All students should be proud. Continue the hard work!
Orchestra has made tremendous progress this year. I am especially proud of their independence and commitment to the program. Our guest clinician, a former member of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, was impressed with their hard-work and talent! This hard-work culminated with a joint performance with the Symphonic and Concert Bands during the spring concert, and received many wonderful comments from the audience.
The winter programs all finished strong. Congratulations to the Winterguard who ended their season with an outstanding 1st place finish! The Drum Line really displayed their commitment and talent and ended the season with a great performance at Eleanor Roosevelt High School. Thank you to our bass drum and mallet ensemble for a great job representing the section during the spring concert. Jazz Band has had a great season and performed well all semester long.
Special thanks to all of our clinicians who helped made this a year a success. It has been my pleasure to work with the students this year.
Best wishes,
Jessica Runck |
Announcing for the first time ever, marching band rehearsals before band camp! Instruction by the illustrious Marty Bassett and a fantastic way to get a jump start on the music for the 2009 field show! All dates are on Wednesdays, and are as follow: July 8, July 22, August 5, and August 19. The rehearsal time is from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend. Student leaders will meet just before rehearsals from 4:30 to 5:30. Leadership meetings are mandatory. If you are a student leader and are unable to attend, please notify Mr. Bassett in advance.