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Week of October 9

MSBOA SOLO & ENSEMBLE FESTIVAL – This is an optional event in addition to the band program’s curriculum. Students sign up to perform a solo or ensemble music selection. The deadline to register for MSBOA District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival is Friday, October 20. Click here to register via the Google Form.

NOTE: Percussion Ensemble Octet students that were selected by Adam do not need to submit a registration form for that specific performance as Adam will submit it.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 9: Front Ensemble Sectional

  • The sectional will be held in the band room at 2:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Front Ensemble members will work on music and coordination for home games and Pep Band.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10: Pep Band Rehearsal in Seminar

  • Click here for Pep Band details.
  • Rehearsal is in the band room at 7:30 – 8:20 AM. Due to preparation for testing on Thursday, October 12, Freshmen/Sophomores/Juniors will come and go as needed depending on their assigned times to go to their testing room for a “Digital Readiness Check” (proctors will take attendance, pass out testing tickets and devices, and assist students with logging into Bluebook).
    • Seniors have no schedule disruptions. Report to the band room for Pep Band rehearsal at 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
    • Juniors will report to the band room for Pep Band rehearsal at 7:30 AM. Report to testing rooms at 8:00 – 8:30 AM.
    • Freshmen and Sophomores will report to their testing room at 7:20 – 7:50 AM. Report to the band room afterwards for Pep Band rehearsal.
  • This week’s game is on Friday, October 13 at Novi High School (24062 Taft Rd, Novi, MI 48375).
  • Next week’s game (just announced) is on Friday, October 20 at Belleville High School (501 W Columbia Ave, Belleville, MI 48111).

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10: Front Ensemble Sectional

  • The sectional will be held in the band room at 2:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Front Ensemble members will work on music and coordination for home games and Pep Band.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13: Pep Band at Away Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats

Click here for Pep Band details. There are no buses, trucks, or trailer for Pep Band. It is best to carpool with other students or parents rather than everyone driving individually. A large turnout is expected at this game, so we must be as condensed as possible at the north end of the visiting bleachers.

  • Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
  • Locations: Northville HS Band Room / Novi HS Stadium – 24062 Taft Rd, Novi, MI 48375
  • Report to NHS Band Room: 5:30 PM
  • Depart NHS: 6:00 PM
  • Enter Novi HS Stadium: 6:30 PM

ON THE DOCKET FOR NEXT WEEK – Week of October 16

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17: NHS Music Boosters Meeting

  • The Boosters will hold their monthly meeting for October at the Northville District Library.
  • Meet in the Carlo Meeting Room at 7:00 PM.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18: Drumline at Meads Mill Pep Rally

The Drumline will perform their feature during Meads Mill’s Pep Rally.

  • Dismissed of Class: 2:00 PM
  • Depart NHS: 2:10 PM
  • Perform at Meads Mill: 2:40 PM

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20: Pep Band at Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers

Click here for Pep Band details. This game information was just announced. There are no buses, trucks, or trailer for Pep Band. It is best to carpool with other students or parents rather than everyone driving individually. Be safe as there will likely be quite a bit of traffic on the way to Belleville!

  • Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
  • Locations: Northville HS Band Room / Belleville HS Stadium – 501 W Columbia Ave, Belleville, MI 48111
  • Report to NHS Band Room: 5:00 PM
  • Depart NHS: 5:45 PM
  • Enter Belleville HS Stadium: 6:30 PM

Additional Reminders and Upcoming Important Dates

NHS ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES

  • PARENTS must email both Mr. Rumbell and Adam regarding any student absences to be in compliance with the “Attendance Policies & Procedures” section of the Band Packet. This includes arriving late or leaving early from rehearsals (during and after school) or performances.
  • The band’s policies and procedures must be followed in addition to reporting absences during the school day (see Northville High School’s Attendance Guidelines).

ARETHA FRANKLIN SHOW SHIRTS

  • A limited supply of extra shirts (S/M/L) have been ordered and can be purchased on a “first-come, first-serve” basis. See Adam to purchase with cash, check, Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle – T-shirts ($24), crewnecks ($39), hoodies ($49).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 2 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • LARGE – 1 hoodie

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

HOLIDAY LIGHTED PARADE

  • This parade is at 6:30 PM on Friday, November 17 and precedes the tree lighting ceremony at 8:00 PM in the Northville Town Square.
  • The band will march in the parade performing “A Christmas Special.”

BAND-O-RAMA CONCERT

  • The Band-O-Rama Concert is at 7:00 PM on Friday, December 1 and features Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Bands, Drumline, and a Marching Band finale.
  • Tickets: $10 at NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com or cash at the door (free admission: 12 & under and 65 & older).