STATE SOLO & ENSEMBLE is on Saturday, March 21 at Novi High School.
Refer to the MSBOA tab for information and the performance schedule.
STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL is on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.
Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. More details are forthcoming. In preparation for State Jazz Festival and other performances throughout the year, Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
Congratulations on 1st Division Ratings at MSBOA District XII Band Festival!
Symphonic Band 9/10 & 11/12 will both perform at MSBOA State Band Festival between April 29 – May 2. The date, times, and location will be announced once they are released by MSBOA to the band directors.
Below are a few college marching band opportunities coming up at UM, EMU, and MSU.
This Week’s Schedule
MONDAY, MARCH 16: Rehearsals
- Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
- “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17: Rehearsals, Meads Mill Band 8 Visit
- Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
- Meads Mill Band 8 Visit @ 12:30 – 1:45 PM.
- Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
- “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18: Full Orchestra Rehearsal
- Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM.
- Band members who participated in the Sleigh Ride performances at the December Holiday Concerts will attend these weekly rehearsals in preparation for the Orchestra’s Spring Concert on Thursday, May 14.
- See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule. Check the Full Orchestra Group on the BAND App for more information. Contact Dr. Ray-Hepp with any questions.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Rehearsals
- Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM with Dr. Ray-Hepp. These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students.
- Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
- Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
- “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
FRIDAY, MARCH 20: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal
- Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21: MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival
- Information & Schedule
- Attire: Dressy/”Sunday Best,” Tuxedo, or Band Polo
- Location: Novi High School – 24062 Taft Rd, Novi, MI 48375
- You are responsible for transporting yourself, instruments, and music (your copies and original piece/full score with numbered measures). Take everything home on Friday – the Band Room will not be open on Saturday, except for Percussion Ensemble. Arrive early and check-in at your assigned warm-up room at the State S&E site. You will receive guidance from volunteers.
- Percussion Ensemble: See the Band Google Calendar event for the Percussion Ensemble performance itinerary.
More Announcements
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS
- MAR. 17 – Meads Mill Band 8 Visit
- MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Novi HS
- MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
- APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
- APR. 23-25 – NHS Theatre’s “Into the Woods” Spring Musical Production
- MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
- MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
- MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
- MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
- MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
- MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
- MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
- MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
- JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
- JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
- JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party
- JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
VOLUNTEERING
- Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES
- 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.