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NEW Band Organization Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha
Our goal as an Organization is to better our section and Tech Band in any way possible. In order to accomplish these goals we need YOUR support. These projects on average are going to cost $2,000-$8,000! We have only been around since January 20, 2011, so we need all the support we can get even in these tough economic times. We are trying to repair our instruments, replace and purchase new tuba covers, mouthpieces, and neck and bits, and other various items as needed. We are doing everything we can to raise funds to cut some expenses on our own but we need YOUR donations to help with our cause. I am asking our alumni, fellow students, friends, and supports of the band to help with our efforts. Our alumni whether band or not is a HUGE part of the success of this University that includes YOUR marching band. Any and all donations are welcome and tax deductible. Donations can be made online via our website. Soon we will be out in our community getting the word out on who we are and what we are about. A few of us will be at the spring game look for us with our letters TYBA!
Thank You,
Loren J, Co-Founder and President of Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha
Visit us:
facebook.com/tubalpha
www.tubalpha.webs.com
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Good luck to you guys on your planned improvements and such.
Are donations to be made to the Louisiana Tech Foundation and if so, what designation should be made so the money goes to your account?
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Tech78
Good luck to you guys on your planned improvements and such.
Are donations to be made to the Louisiana Tech Foundation and if so, what designation should be made so the money goes to your account?
I asked the same question in a PM and got no response.:icon_wink:
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LookingForResults
I asked the same question in a PM and got no response.:icon_wink:
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They were studying in the library.
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LookingForResults
I asked the same question in a PM and got no response.:icon_wink:
Donations are to be made to Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha. On our website there is a donation link that is linked directly to our Paypal account. We do have a tax ID number if you would like that send an email to tubalpha@gmail.com. I never received any PM messages.
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lillojo318
Donations are to be made to Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha. On our website there is a donation link that is linked directly to our Paypal account. We do have a tax ID number if you would like that send an email to
tubalpha@gmail.com. I never received any PM messages.
Sorry you didn't get the PM and don't know how that (didn't) happen, but I still have the question. Can we contribute through the Foundation and have you coordinate with the Foundation for the dispensing of the funds? Perhaps you could discuss this with Corre Stegall.
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LookingForResults
Sorry you didn't get the PM and don't know how that (didn't) happen, but I still have the question. Can we contribute through the Foundation and have you coordinate with the Foundation for the dispensing of the funds? Perhaps you could discuss this with Corre Stegall.
That is the main reason why we have linked up with Paypal. Paypal tracks all of our donations/payments and requires proof that we are using the funds as promised. I don't know anything about the foundation. It is much easier for us to reach the goal(which is posted on our site) and pay directly with our account. If you have any doubt/questions where your money is going by all means contact Paypal. We will be providing proof once purchases are made as well as quotes from businesses. If you or anyone would like to speak with us directly let us know. A few of us will be at the game on Saturday.
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lillojo318
That is the main reason why we have linked up with Paypal. Paypal tracks all of our donations/payments and requires proof that we are using the funds as promised. I don't know anything about the foundation. It is much easier for us to reach the goal(which is posted on our site) and pay directly with our account. If you have any doubt/questions where your money is going by all means contact Paypal. We will be providing proof once purchases are made as well as quotes from businesses. If you or anyone would like to speak with us directly let us know. A few of us will be at the game on Saturday.
I think folks want to run their contributions through the Foundation for tax purposes. I know I do. They can send me one statement at the end of the year that totals contributions to different colleges and groups on campus.
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olddog75
I think folks want to run their contributions through the Foundation for tax purposes. I know I do. They can send me one statement at the end of the year that totals contributions to different colleges and groups on campus.
I will look into that.
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I have contacted the University to set up an account with University Foundation. When I receive information I will keep you informed.
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lillojo318
I have contacted the University to set up an account with University Foundation. When I receive information I will keep you informed.
:thumbsup::thumbsup:
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lillojo318
I have contacted the University to set up an account with University Foundation. When I receive information I will keep you informed.
That's a very good step...
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Just an Update: I am just waiting for a letter from our advisor to get the account started.
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lillojo318
Just an Update: I am just waiting for a letter from our advisor to get the account started.
Who's the advisor?
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GermDawg
Who's the advisor?
Dr. A
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We just launched our NEW website www.tubalpha.org. Go Check it out. We are going to be upgrading our page soon with more items/information. Making Progress!
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Some clubs on campus get matching funds dollar for dollar on money raised. Will that be the case for your group?
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Tech78
Some clubs on campus get matching funds dollar for dollar on money raised. Will that be the case for your group?
I have heard about that. I think we would but I will have to look into that further.
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We have set up a fundraising dinner for May 4, 2011 at Pizza Hut in Ruston from 4pm-9pm. I will post the flyer to our website and hopefully on our facebook page this weekend that you would need in order for us to receive credit. We are also working to set one up at Chili's in Ruston soon as well more than likely the week after. Questions or comments email us at tubalpha@gmail.com or visit our sites!
Loren J, Co-Founder and President
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lillojo318
We have set up a fundraising dinner for May 4, 2011 at Pizza Hut in Ruston from 4pm-9pm. I will post the flyer to our website and hopefully on our facebook page this weekend that you would need in order for us to receive credit. We are also working to set one up at Chili's in Ruston soon as well more than likely the week after. Questions or comments email us at
tubalpha@gmail.com or visit our sites!
Loren J, Co-Founder and President
Contact bluecrew and see if he can say a little something on 97.7. It's for a good cause!
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I have uploaded the Voucher to our website www.tubalpha.org under "Documents". We will be placing them around campus and possibly the radio station in Ruston as well. But you can always print one out from home if necessary.
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Is anyone planning and/or going to our fundraiser next wednesday?
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I just got off the phone with the IRS to ask if we could get funds distributed to us from the Foundation and they told me it can lead to some serious problems. Therefore we CANNOT get an account with the Foundation. I hope you are still willing to donate to us because we need it badly but there is no way we can get it through our name it will jeopardize our tax exempt status.
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This Wednesday (May 4) we need your support to move forward with our goals. Come out have a drink, bread sticks, wings, and hang out with us. We hope to see you there! Thanks!
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I stand corrected we WILL be getting the account with Foundation soon waiting on advisor to get it together.
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lillojo318
I stand corrected we WILL be getting the account with Foundation soon waiting on advisor to get it together.
That's fantastic! That will help your great cause tremendously.
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Thanks for all the advice, I am trying to get it opened as quickly as possible, but it is beyond my control. As soon as I do, I will let you know exactly what we need and how much. I can't say for sure yet because we are still waiting to hear about the grant request(yes, it has been 2 months). Does anyone know someone who can help us get some Letters made i.e. wood, paint(big wooden ones) or do it for us?
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lillojo318
Thanks for all the advice, I am trying to get it opened as quickly as possible, but it is beyond my control. As soon as I do, I will let you know exactly what we need and how much. I can't say for sure yet because we are still waiting to hear about the grant request(yes, it has been 2 months). Does anyone know someone who can help us get some Letters made i.e. wood, paint(big wooden ones) or do it for us?
Letters? for what?
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like the KKY and TBS letters in the band building on top the lockers.
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lillojo318
like the KKY and TBS letters in the band building on top the lockers.
Make them do it themselves. They are not property of the band. They belong to the respective organizations.
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I was just asking if anyone had any connections with home improvement stores or anything save us a little cash.
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Update: I am waiting on the new dean of Liberal Arts(I don't know who that is yet) to give final approval. Hopefully that will not be much longer.
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Is there any effort to send the band to the Southern Miss game?
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Dawg06
Is there any effort to send the band to the Southern Miss game?
Bruce Van De Velde Athletics Director (318)257-3247 vandevelde@latech.edu
Lori Hamilton Assistant to Athletics Director (318)257-4827 lori@latech.edu
Eric Buskirk Associate Athletics Director - External Affairs & Administration (318)257-2933 ebuskirk@latech.edu
Leah Beasley Assistant Athletics Director - Marketing and Game Management (318)257-5332 lbeasley@latech.edu
Jim Robken Director of Bands (318) 257-4233 jrobken@latech.edu
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I was wondering that myself. I will ask JRob that this week if I can get a chance.
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lillojo318
I was wondering that myself. I will ask JRob that this week if I can get a chance.
Tell him that he will get the support he needs. All he has to do is ask.
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I will let him know that.
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UPDATE: Chances of us going to Southern Miss are slim to none. Band camp won't be starting until Sept 2 but who knows what might happen. Second, a new dean has been named, but won't be official until Sept 1 maybe then I can get the account opened up. Also, I am working on trying to get some Corporate sponsors. If anyone knows a business who would like to be our sponsor then let me know. I do have a sponsorship letter made out.
Thanks
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Why would Robken start band camp on the 2nd knowing the first game is on the 3rd. What does he think the band is for?
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DellDawg
Why would Robken start band camp on the 2nd knowing the first game is on the 3rd. What does he think the band is for?
Costs a lot of money to feed that many people. Trust me, if Robken had a choice, camp would start in mid-August.
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ITdrummer
Costs a lot of money to feed that many people. Trust me, if Robken had a choice, camp would start in mid-August.
The choice is to get the money secured to move it up. It doesn't have to be public funds.
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The main problem is our budget has been cut. I don't know by how much but we did take a hit. The costs to feed and now the hassle with housing is costing us to push it back later than normal.
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lillojo318
The main problem is our budget has been cut. I don't know by how much but we did take a hit. The costs to feed and now the hassle with housing is costing us to push it back later than normal.
This has always been a battle.
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ITdrummer
This has always been a battle.
What do you need the La Tech family to do? We also need to make sure r blues are there as well!!:)
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Monroe Dawg
What do you need the La Tech family to do? We also need to make sure r blues are there as well!!:)
I'm not the one to talk to.
jrobken@latech.edu it the man to speak to.
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ITdrummer
This has always been a battle.
The time to realize this is not August 15th. If the band wanted to be there, this would be resolved before now.
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Cool Hand Clyde
The time to realize this is not August 15th. If the band wanted to be there, this would be resolved before now.
again...
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ITdrummer
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I emailed him back in June. Robken wasn't gonna make any attempt to send the band to Hattiesburg. He cited funding issues and said hopefully they will get to send the pep band to the Ole Miss game. He could have raised the money if he tried. Last year somebody dropped several thousand dollars in his lap at the last minute to send the band to the Port City Classic.
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Hello,
We are starting another fundraiser to help cover the cost of neck and bits and mouthpieces among other things. We are going to be selling "SpiritCups" they are 18oz hologram cups. They come in a pack of 4 and cost $15.00. They come in NFL, NCAA, MLB, and Military Branches. You can visit www.spiritcups.com to view the available teams and designs. Any questions or anything don't hesitate send us an email tubalpha@gmail.com or visit our facebook page facebook.com/tubalpha.
Thanks for your time,
Loren J, Co-Founder and President
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lillojo318
Hello,
We are starting another fundraiser to help cover the cost of neck and bits and mouthpieces among other things. We are going to be selling "SpiritCups" they are 18oz hologram cups. They come in a pack of 4 and cost $15.00. They come in NFL, NCAA, MLB, and Military Branches. You can visit
www.spiritcups.com to view the available teams and designs. Any questions or anything don't hesitate send us an email
tubalpha@gmail.com or visit our facebook page facebook.com/tubalpha.
Thanks for your time,
Loren J, Co-Founder and President
Hmmm....selling spirit cups to raise money for the band and they don't even offer a LaTech one?
http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:A...x_r1FHY9QMiICJ
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yea i noticed they don't have that. When I get the account set up I am going to request they add that to the list. I don't know how long it will take or if they will even do it though.
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lillojo318
yea i noticed they don't have that. When I get the account set up I am going to request they add that to the list. I don't know how long it will take or if they will even do it though.
Hopefully they would be able to add Tech. If so, I'll buy some.
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techblue4
Hopefully they would be able to add Tech. If so, I'll buy some.
No NFL or MLB team you like that's on there?
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There are plenty of options tonpixk even military branches. My goal is to submit mass order in 3 weeks. Time is of the essence but I will check and see how long it will take if they can.
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ITdrummer
No NFL or MLB team you like that's on there?
Not really.
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You could always buy one give away to someone as a Christmas gift or just a gift to anyone.
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I spoke with the company and they said they will soon have all the licensing for all the colleges and when they do Tech will be added. However we cannot wait that long for that to happen. If/when you decide what you would like to order send an email to tubalpha@gmail.com with contact name and number and your order. We hope you will support us in this we really need your support.
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Dawg06
I emailed him back in June. Robken wasn't gonna make any attempt to send the band to Hattiesburg. He cited funding issues and said hopefully they will get to send the pep band to the Ole Miss game. He could have raised the money if he tried. Last year somebody dropped several thousand dollars in his lap at the last minute to send the band to the Port City Classic.
We had the band at LSU last time, why are these other schools so different? You can drive through the night to avoid hotel costs if you must. It is possible, but Jim hasn't been pushed hard enough yet.
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Tech athletics paid our way to LSU the band didn't pay for that (like majority of our trips). When we do travel we leave the same day we don't stay at a hotel.
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lillojo318
Tech athletics paid our way to LSU the band didn't pay for that (like majority of our trips). When we do travel we leave the same day we don't stay at a hotel.
Then why is such a big problem for the band to travel to Southern Miss?
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I am going to assume they don't want to pay for it. We won't have much practice time anyway by then.
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Is anyone planning on buying any cups so far? We are also thinking about doing the same thing except with popcorn. It comes in a huge bucket with 10 microwaveable bags of popcorn for the same price of $15 www.spiritpopcorn.com
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Gotta have TECH on it to get these dawgs to bite...
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I know I'm trying to get it I just don't know the time frame for it.
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I want to get some feedback on a couple of things: 1.) What kind of fundraiser/event could I do to get everyone here involved? and how would I go about starting it up? 2. What are your thoughts on my current fundraising plans? Good, Bad, etc? I'm still waiting to hear about the account. A new dean was finally named so hopefully I can get that opened soon enough. Seriously though let me know something.
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We like buying STUFF -
Stuff we can touch and see that we can say "we helped do that"...
If it is a fundraiser where you are selling stuff - it has to have TECH on it -
If not, the quickest route is just asking
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Dwayne From Minden
If not, the quickest route is just asking
Seriously, lilojo -- If the BOP will just say to BB&B:
"We need this much by this date so we can do this" ...
yall would have what you need by the end of the week.
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Okay, there is something that we need, I am going to get a quote hopefully by tomorrow. We just started band camp so hopefully have enough time to do it.
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lillojo318
Okay, there is something that we need, I am going to get a quote hopefully by tomorrow. We just started band camp so hopefully have enough time to do it.
I have a request, we need more modern tunes in the stand.
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Now you know there isn't much we can do about the tunes. However, this year from what I hear we do, I don't know exactly what those are just yet though.
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How much would it cost me to get an ensemble of noise makers to go to a couple of volleyball matches this year? I don't know how much you are looking to raise from selling cups, but a two hour volleyball match may be a lot easier, enjoyable, and oh yeah - support the volleyball team.
Last year at soccer matches, 3-4 foreign students would show up with a pie tin and plastic horn and make noise the whole match. It really grew on me.
Volleyball needs something and Coach Matt is supportive of anything that would create some energy. I thought this may be of interest to band members looking for funds as you have indicated.
We can talk more if you are interested .... PM me and we'll get together.
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Ok I have the quote I was talking about. We need a lot of things but going to start with the small things first. I was looking at getting some sousaphone pouches. The reason for this is because for one they are breaking, getting smashed, and coming up missing. These pouches have 3 pockets, one for the neck, one for the bits, and the other for the mouthpiece. Ordering mouthpieces and neck and bits get expensive. Keeping them in these pouches will keep them from breaking and protected. The total estimate $231.00 18 in total (roughly 12.50 a piece). Time frame is by the Sept 17 game. Hopefully we can make this happen.
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lillojo318
Ok I have the quote I was talking about. We need a lot of things but going to start with the small things first. I was looking at getting some sousaphone pouches. The reason for this is because for one they are breaking, getting smashed, and coming up missing. These pouches have 3 pockets, one for the neck, one for the bits, and the other for the mouthpiece. Ordering mouthpieces and neck and bits get expensive. Keeping them in these pouches will keep them from breaking and protected. The total estimate $231.00 18 in total (roughly 12.50 a piece). Time frame is by the Sept 17 game. Hopefully we can make this happen.
Sorry ojo. Missed this.
I'm in for $50. Anyone else?
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Is there anybody who was actually IN the Band who would like to join me here?
qng, Christan, IT, Rhythm, ? ... anybody?
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Champ967
Is there anybody who was actually IN the Band who would like to join me here?
qng, Christan, IT, Rhythm, ? ... anybody?
Anyone that knows me, knows that I would love nothing more than to be able to donate to the band. At this time, the only donation I can handle is the minimum LTAC donation. Times are tough.
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I believe you can get matching funds from SGA up to $200. You can submit a grant for your organization to the Organization Grant Committee. Ask the people at the info desk at the back of Tolliver Hall for more information.
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Dawg06
I believe you can get matching funds from SGA up to $200. You can submit a grant for your organization to the Organization Grant Committee. Ask the people at the info desk at the back of Tolliver Hall for more information.
That takes forever. Marching season will be well over with until you even smell the grant money. I've done it before.
It could be done for future, small projects.
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ITdrummer
That takes forever. Marching season will be well over with until you even smell the grant money. I've done it before.
It could be done for future, small projects.
You can potentially get thousands of dollars from the grant committee. I'm not sure what the timeline is, but it's definitely worth looking into for other projects. The SGA $200 matching funds just takes a little over a week to get.
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The SGA grant/matching funds is due Mid to Late October by the time that goes through (if it does) marching season will be over or almost. The grant apps aren't available yet so I don't know the exact dates for that because I checked on that today. There are A LOT of things we need replaced/fixed and I'm talking about thousands of dollars. It will costs us $2,000 alone just to get them repaired. Not including new neck and bits, mouthpieces, cases fixed/replaced. I'm doing my best to try and do different fundraisers and events to generate more funds. That is the main reason why I've asked for suggestions/assistance. Anything you can do to help works no matter how big or small.
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lillojo318
It will costs us $2,000 alone just to get them repaired.
Wait -- I thought you said $200 ... ????
What gives?
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Champ967
Wait -- I thought you said $200 ... ????
What gives?
Completely separate things.
$231 for the Tuba pouches.
$2,000 for repairs for tubas.
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ITdrummer
Completely separate things.
$231 for the Tuba pouches.
$2,000 for repairs for tubas.
What is a tuba pouch? You can probably find a cheap hand gun case for 10 bucks. It would work better.
If it is one of these things below, it won't protect jack.
http://www.1800usaband.com/uploads/i...usa-Pouch5.jpg
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qng001
What is a tuba pouch? You can probably find a cheap hand gun case for 10 bucks. It would work better.
Hell, I dont know. I was a drummer. lol
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lillojo318
Ok I have the quote I was talking about. We need a lot of things but going to start with the small things first. I was looking at getting some sousaphone pouches. The reason for this is because for one they are breaking, getting smashed, and coming up missing. These pouches have 3 pockets, one for the neck, one for the bits, and the other for the mouthpiece. Ordering mouthpieces and neck and bits get expensive. Keeping them in these pouches will keep them from breaking and protected. The total estimate $231.00 18 in total (roughly 12.50 a piece). Time frame is by the Sept 17 game. Hopefully we can make this happen.
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qng001
I don't even know what kind of hand gun case you are talking about. These pouches will protect them. Each one is in it's own slot to prevent for hitting against one another. There isn't much storage space in the cases we have now. The only place we could store it is under the bell. However every time we move the cases could cause damage to the bell. These will keep them separated and in one place.
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I noticed that you guys played a student arranged hip hop song for the Regal Blues dance number last week. I like it. We need more of it, especially for Hoop Troop.
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every game we are playing a student arranged song most of them are hip hop/current music.
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lillojo318
every game we are playing a student arranged song most of them are hip hop/current music.
I love the current music arrangements. Tubas and low brass need to crank it a little more, IMO. Don't let me down. :)
PS. I think it's time to retire the "Horse".
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qng001
1. Do not drop mouthpiece, neck & bits
2. Tuba players supply their own mouthpieces
3. Neck & bits go in old Crown Royal bag with mouthpieces
4. Do not drop mouthpiece, neck & bits
5. Do not WHACK neck & bits with mouthpiece if they are stuck
6. DO NOT DROP MOUTHPIECE, NECK & BITS!!!!!!
Follow these rules and they will last a long, long, long, long, long, long, long time. I still have my mouthpiece from middle school, almost 20 years ago...
Start imposing fines, I threatened that at one point as section leader, and I definetly setup a pushup punishment for drops.
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Originally Posted by
qng001
I love the current music arrangements. Tubas and low brass need to crank it a little more, IMO. Don't let me down. :)
PS. I think it's time to retire the "Horse".
You shut your dirty asian mouth, the Horse should never die!
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Re: NEW Band Organization Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha
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Originally Posted by
GermDawg
1. Do not drop mouthpiece, neck & bits
2. Tuba players supply their own mouthpieces
3. Neck & bits go in old Crown Royal bag with mouthpieces
4. Do not drop mouthpiece, neck & bits
5. Do not WHACK neck & bits with mouthpiece if they are stuck
6. DO NOT DROP MOUTHPIECE, NECK & BITS!!!!!!
Follow these rules and they will last a long, long, long, long, long, long, long time. I still have my mouthpiece from middle school, almost 20 years ago...
Start imposing fines, I threatened that at one point as section leader, and I definetly setup a pushup punishment for drops.
If you don't have a Crown Royal bag, buy you a bottle and finish it this weekend.
Crown Royal bags, it's used for many things in band...trumpet mute bag, slip cover for instrument stand, tuba neck pouch.
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Re: NEW Band Organization Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha
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Originally Posted by
GermDawg
You shut your dirty asian mouth, the Horse should never die!
Racist. Let's compromise, how about retiring Can't Turn You Loose for something modern?
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The reason mouthpieces are being dropped is because the screw doesn't tighten up enough needs to be sent to the shop. The neck and bits just swing around at will. Speaking of I hope no one is planning on playing tuba for homecoming we don't have any more working tubas just FYI. I like the idea of the pouches if you don't it's fine just find other ways to get them.
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fixed the bag problem. havent fixed the broke ass sousa problem. as equipment manager i am on these guys CONSTANTLY about dropping their mouthpieces. jrob bought 8 new mouthpieces and necks/bits. lets not even talk about how bad they are already. someone has literally twisted the neck on one brand new set. busted the sodder and twisted....like a piece of plastic....the neck. lo is right, the the screws that hold the neck into the tuba are either stripped out, missing, or dont tighten at all. joints on the bodies are loose and have already been resoldered (sp?) for free by a gentleman but alas they didnt hold. cases are busted. wheels are missing. foam padding is missing. i could go on and on.
anyone know of the best equipment weld/soldering (sp?) that we can get so i can actually fix these damn things? the stuff weve had in the equipment room for the last 4 years is electronic solder and not worth a damn.
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Re: NEW Band Organization Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha
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Originally Posted by
guard_dawg
fixed the bag problem. havent fixed the broke ass sousa problem. as equipment manager i am on these guys CONSTANTLY about dropping their mouthpieces. jrob bought 8 new mouthpieces and necks/bits. lets not even talk about how bad they are already. someone has literally twisted the neck on one brand new set. busted the sodder and twisted....like a piece of plastic....the neck. lo is right, the the screws that hold the neck into the tuba are either stripped out, missing, or dont tighten at all. joints on the bodies are loose and have already been resoldered (sp?) for free by a gentleman but alas they didnt hold. cases are busted. wheels are missing. foam padding is missing. i could go on and on.
anyone know of the best equipment weld/soldering (sp?) that we can get so i can actually fix these damn things? the stuff weve had in the equipment room for the last 4 years is electronic solder and not worth a damn.
Easy fix for the screw problem is to get some thin cork and put it around the neck, also the band should not be buying mouthpieces, that is the one piece of equipment tuba players have to buy. They've been there a decade, so wear and tear is to be expected, and soldering the cross joints isn't enough they will just keep cracking as it is a flex point, gotta do something a little more heavy duty.
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It's not about what the band should be or shouldn't be buying it is more about TUBA providing all of the needs for this section. We can't do that unless we start getting financial support. We don't want the band to pay for anything this section needs that is why I started this organization. As I mentioned from the beginning, we want to take responsibility for repairs and replacement of things. The only way that is going to happen is if we get support. I've thrown out various fundraising ideas and I've literally spent the entire quarter break looking for others.
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I FINALLY got an account opened with University foundation and also just so happens the BOP has an account opened as well.. Please support us both in our efforts. Just mention Tau Upsilon Beta Alpha or our account number is 0408 call Alumni Center 318-255-7950. It's been a long time coming for this.
Thanks for your support,
Co-founder and President
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Thanks to everyone who donated money for us to go to San Diego. I just wanted to remind you of our goals as well. Right now, our number one priority is to purchase 16 brand new tuba cases. Why do we need new cases? The ones we currently have are broken or just flat out busted. No wheels, no casing to put new wheels on, they don't latch nor do most even close properly. They are also over sized and overweight which causes a major problem when we travel. I got a quote a while back for 390.00 a case for 5 of them so I am pretty sure I can get them down to lower for 16. Our total funding need to purchase everything we need is $22,000. Don't need it all at once but it would be helpful. We are trying to do some fundraisers to cut down on some of that costs as well.
Thanks,
Co-founder and President
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What other fundraisers are planned?