MARCHING UNIFORM RETURN IS THIS WEEK ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9…ONE DAY ONLY!
See details in this week’s schedule below.
Purchase your “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concert tickets for Tuesday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 17.
Seats are assigned and tickets must be purchased via Ludus.
Volunteer to help with our Band Events, as well as Music Boosters Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, and Orchestra concerts.
We are have a few slots open for uniform volunteers on Tuesday, December 9 and Wednesday, December 10. Check the Band SignUp Genius below to volunteer.
Share Raffle and Sponsorship information with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and any others to help support our Award-Winning Music Department.
We ask that each Band Family purchases at least five (5) NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and considers becoming a sponsor.
This Week’s Schedule
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal
- Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble only if after-school rehearsals are attended. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9: Marching Uniform Return (ONE DAY ONLY!), Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution, Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal, Music Boosters Meeting
- Marching Uniform Return @ 7:30 – 8:30 AM and 2:20 – 4:00 PM.
- KEEP: Polos, Tuxedo Shirts & Bowties, Gloves, Marching Shoes. These are STUDENT-OWNED articles that are used from year to year. Email Mr. Kollipara if you need replacements.
- RETURN: Jacket ($200), Bibbers ($90), Shako ($50), Shako Box ($10), Plume ($20), Plume Holder ($5), Black Hanger ($5), Garment Bag ($10), Color Guard Tunic ($80). Replacement fees are listed for each article if not returned. These are DISTRICT-OWNED articles that are redistributed each marching season.
- ALL STUDENTS MUST RETURN ALL DISTRICT-OWNED MARCHING UNIFORM ARTICLES THIS DAY ONLY.
- If you are unable to return your uniform on this day, you must send your uniform with a fellow bandmate to turn it in for you.
- If your uniform is not turned in during these times, are responsible for personally paying for dry cleaning fees and/or paying to replace missing or paying to repair damaged articles. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- SENIORS: Any missing articles or unpaid fees for missing/damaged articles will result in your graduation cap, gown, and diploma being held. You will be unable to participate in the graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 31, 2026 if articles are not returned or fees are not paid.
- Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution during 4A Symphonic Band 11/12 class.
- Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble only if after-school rehearsals are attended. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
- Music Boosters Meeting at 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10: NO SCHOOL – Inclement Weather
- NO SCHOOL due to inclement weather. Today’s Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution and Full Orchestra Rehearsal have been rescheduled to this Friday.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal
- Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM (before school). These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students, regardless of holding any sort of leadership position in band, choir, or orchestra. These are led by Mrs. Ray-Hepp. Please contact her with any questions about these workshops.
- Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble only if after-school rehearsals are attended. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12: Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution, Full Orchestra Rehearsal, Drumline @ Boy’s Home Hockey Game
- Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution during 3B Symphonic Band 11/12 class.
- Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:30 PM. Note the extended time since this is the final rehearsal before the Holiday Concerts. These rehearsals are only for Symphony Orchestra and select Winds/Percussion from Band, and are required rehearsals for these members (see roster posted outside Band Room).
- Drumline Performance @ 5:00 – 7:30 PM for the Boy’s Home Hockey Game. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 4:30 PM.
More Announcements
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS
- DEC. 9 – Marching Uniform Return, Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution, Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
- DEC. 10 – Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution
- DEC. 16 & 17 – “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS
VOLUNTEERING
- Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES
- Support our award-winning music department by purchasing Raffle Tickets before the drawing on Wednesday, December 17 at 8:00 PM.
- Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.
- Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
- Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.
BAND SPIRIT WEAR
- Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.