Author: Adam Kollipara

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10: Drumline Performance @ Amerman’s 5th Grade Clap-Out

• Attire: Drumline Hoodie or NHS Colors/Band Apparel
• Report to Amerman: 11:15 AM
• Performance: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp
• SEP. 6 – 2025-26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• The NHS Music Boosters Board position for President for the 2026-27 school year is open. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested.
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• 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.

SUNDAY, MAY 31: Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement

• 2026 GRADUATION BAND DETAILS
• Attire: Dressy/“Sunday Best” – refer to Band Packet page 5
  • Dress in nice, respectable attire. Be classy and appropriate. Avoid casual clothing. Think of dressing up for the Homecoming Dance, a religious service, or a special outing. Any colors are fine.
  • Ladies: dresses, skirts, or slacks with blouses or other nice tops.
  • Men: suits, nice slacks, or shorts with a polo or buttoned shirt with nice shoes.
• Location: USA Hockey Arena – 14900 Beck Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170
• Band Room Open: 4:00 PM
• Arena Doors Open: 4:30 PM
• Report to Arena: 5:00 PM
• Ceremony: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
• Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will perform Pomp & Circumstance for the Class of 2026 Commencement.
• Graduation Band is a required and graded performance for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade band students.

MONDAY, JUNE 1: Drumline @ Silver Springs, Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• Drumline @ Silver Spring Elementary Assembly.
  • Attire: Drumline Hoodie, NHS Apparel & Colors
  • Dismissed from 1B: 8:30 AM
  • Depart NHS: 8:45 AM
  • Report to Silver Springs: 9:00 AM
  • Perform: 9:15 AM
  • Return to NHS after performance. You will attend your 3B & 4B classes.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, JUNE 2: Pep Band Rehearsal, Band Leadership Auditions

• Pep Band Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM in Band Room.
• Band Leadership Auditions @ 2:45 – 5:00 PM.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3: Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s

• CLIFF BELL’S TICKET AND PARKING INFORMATION
• Attire: Tuxedo
• Report to Cliff Bell’s: 5:30 PM
• Soundcheck: 6:00 PM
• Dinner: 6:30 PM
• NHS Performance: 7:00 – 8:00 PM
• Swing Syndicate Performance: 8:15 – 9:15 PM
• Jam Session: 9:30 – 10:00 PM

FRIDAY, JUNE 5: Pep Band Rehearsal, Pep Band @ Winchester

• COMPLETE GOOGLE FORM HERE to indicate if you are participating. ALL PERFORMERS MUST FILL THIS OUT AGAIN since the rehearsal and performance are new options in the Google Form.
• PEP BAND REPERTOIRE for this performance.
• Pep Band Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM in Band Room.
• Pep Band Performance @ 6:30 – 7:00 PM at Winchester Elementary.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinic
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party – SIGN-UP
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• The NHS Music Boosters Board position for President for the 2026-27 school year is open. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested.
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• 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.

MONDAY, MAY 25: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & CEREMONY

• MEMORIAL DAY DETAILS
• Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into black dress pants with black belt (if needed), long black socks, marching shoes.
• Band Room Open: 8:00 AM
• Report: 9:00 AM
• Report Location: Tipping Point Theatre Parking Lot (Cady & Griswold Intersection) in Downtown Northville
• Parade: 10:00 AM
• Ceremony: 11:00 AM in Rural Hill Cemetery
• Ice Cream: Casterline Funeral Home Parking Lot after Ceremony
• EAT A HIGH-PROTEIN BREAKFAST and HYDRATE before the parade. This is very important since it will be hot and sunny.
• The band marches the parade, which briefly stops at Oakwood Cemetery, then proceeds to Rural Hill Cemetery for the Memorial Day Ceremony, briefly stopping at the bridge before entering. The band performs A Salute to Freedom, You’re a Grand Old Flag, and God Bless America during the parade, and God Bless America and the Star Spangled Banner during the ceremony. Water is distributed to the band at Rural Hill. The band is dismissed after the ceremony, and Guernsey provides free ice cream to all in the Casterline Funeral Home parking lot. Return instruments to NHS on Tuesday.
• The Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony is a required and graded performance for all band students, including seniors.

TUESDAY, MAY 26: Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27: Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

THURSDAY, MAY 28: Music Leadership Workshop, Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

• 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.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Band Leadership Clinic @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

FRIDAY, MAY 29: Drumline @ Elementary Field Days, A Night of Jazz with the NHS Jazz Ensemble

• Drumline @ Elementary Field Days
  • Attire: Drumline Hoodie, NHS Apparel & Colors
  • Report to Band Room at 11:15 AM to get drums.
  • Report to RIDGE WOOD Elementary at 11:30 AM to perform from 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM and 12:40 – 1:25 PM.
  • Report to WINCHESTER Elementary at 2:45 PM to perform from 3:00 – 3:30 PM.
• “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in OLD CHURCH SQUARE
  • NIGHT OF JAZZ DETAILS
  • Attire: Tuxedo
  • Location: OLD CHURCH SQUARE (by the Broughton Music entrance)
  • Report: 6:00 PM to OLD CHURCH SQUARE
  • Rhythm Section: Unload on DUNLAP ST
  • Concert: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
  • Jazz Ensemble members transport instruments. No trailer. Bring a music stand and a plexiglass sheet or clips to prevent wind from blowing music off stands. Rhythm section must ensure they have extension cords and cables for guitars, electric keyboard, and amps.

SATURDAY, MAY 30: Drumline @ Senior Car Parade

• SENIOR CAR PARADE DETAILS
• Attire: Drumline Hoodie, NHS Apparel & Colors
• Report to Band Room at 3:45 PM.
• Perform from 4:00 – 6:00 PM as cars parade into the NHS main lot.

SUNDAY, MAY 31: Graduation Band at the Class of 2026 Commencement

• 2026 GRADUATION BAND DETAILS
• Attire: Dressy/“Sunday Best” – refer to Band Packet page 5
  • Dress in nice, respectable attire. Be classy and appropriate. Avoid casual clothing. Think of dressing up for the Homecoming Dance, a religious service, or a special outing. Any colors are fine.
  • Ladies: dresses, skirts, or slacks with blouses or other nice tops.
  • Men: suits, nice slacks, or shorts with a polo or buttoned shirt with nice shoes.
• Location: USA Hockey Arena – 14900 Beck Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170
• Band Room Open: 4:00 PM
• Arena Doors Open: 4:30 PM
• Report to Arena: 5:00 PM
• Ceremony: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
• Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will perform Pomp & Circumstance for the Class of 2026 Commencement.
• Graduation Band is a required and graded performance for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade band students.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – Drumline @ Ridge Wood & Winchester Field Days
• MAY 29 – A Night of Jazz with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• MAY 30 – Drumline @ Senior Car Parade
• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party – SIGN-UP
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• Several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year are open: President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their positions!
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• 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.

MONDAY, MAY 18: Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM (all 3 pieces).
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

TUESDAY, MAY 19: Senior Clap-Out, Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal, AN “ALL-AMERICAN” SPRING CONCERT

• Drumline Performance at Senior Clap-Out. Drumline members in grades 9, 10, and 11 report to the Band Room @ 1:15 PM.
• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM (all 3 pieces). This is the final rehearsal and required for all members.
• AN “ALL-AMERICAN” SPRING CONCERT:
  • Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into black dress pants with black belt (if needed), long black socks, marching shoes.
  • Location: NHS Auditorium
  • Report: 5:00 PM 
  • Jazz Ensemble Prelude: 6:15 PM
  • Concert (begins with Percussion Ensemble): 7:00 PM
  • Tickets: $10 – NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com; cash/check to NHS Band at the door
  • This year-end concert features all bands: Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble (WORLD PREMIERE of NORTH STAR), Symphonic Band 9/10, Symphonic Band 11/12, and a Combined Band Grand Finale of patriotic selections.
  • The “All-American” Spring Concert is required and graded performance for all band students, including seniors.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20: BAND AWARDS CEREMONY & BANQUET

• BAND AWARDS CEREMONY & BANQUET @ 6:30 – 9:30 PM.
  • Jazz Ensemble reports @ 5:45 PM to set up chairs/stands/rhythm section in cafeteria.
  • Attire: Dressy/“Sunday Best” – refer to Band Packet page 5
    • Dress in nice, respectable attire. Be classy and appropriate. Avoid casual clothing. Think of dressing up for the Homecoming Dance, a religious service, or a special outing. Any colors are fine.
    • Ladies: dresses, skirts, or slacks with blouses or other nice tops.
    • Men: suits, nice slacks, or shorts with a polo or buttoned shirt with nice shoes.
  • Ceremony: 6:30 PM in auditorium
  • Dinner: 7:30 PM in cafeteria
  • Jazz Performance: 8:15 PM in cafeteria

THURSDAY, MAY 21: Meads Mill Band Concert at NHS

• Meads Mill Band Concert @ 7:00 PM in the NHS Auditorium. The Meads Mill Bands will be using NHS Band equipment and percussion instruments. This is Mrs. Taylor’s final concert before her retirement at the end of this school year after teaching band at Meads Mill for 30 years! We encourage everyone to attend this special evening.

FRIDAY, MAY 22: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

MONDAY, MAY 25: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & CEREMONY

• PARADE DETAILS
• Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into black dress pants with black belt (if needed), long black socks, marching shoes.
• Location: Cady & Griswold
• Band Room Open: 8:00 AM
• Report: 9:00 AM to Cady & Griswold Intersection
• Parade: 10:00 AM
• Ceremony: 11:00 AM in Rural Hill Cemetery
• Ice Cream: Casterline Funeral Home Parking Lot after Ceremony
• EAT A HIGH-PROTEIN BREAKFAST and HYDRATE before the parade.
• The band marches the parade, which briefly stops at Oakwood Cemetery, then proceeds to Rural Hill Cemetery for the Memorial Day Ceremony, briefly stopping at the bridge before entering. The band performs A Salute to Freedom, You’re a Grand Old Flag, and God Bless America during the parade, and God Bless America and the Star Spangled Banner during the ceremony. Water is distributed to the band at Rural Hill. The band is dismissed after the ceremony, and Guernsey provides free ice cream to all in the Casterline Funeral Home parking lot. Return instruments to NHS on Tuesday.
• The Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony is a required and graded performance for all band students, including seniors.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• MAY 19 – Drumline @ Senior Clap-Out (during school)
• MAY 19 – An All-American Spring Concert – TICKETS & PROGRAM
• MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet – RSVP
• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – Drumline @ Ridge Wood & Winchester Field Days
• MAY 29 – A Night of Jazz with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• MAY 30 – Drumline @ Senior Car Parade
• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party – SIGN-UP
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• Several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year are open: President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their positions!
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• 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.

MONDAY, MAY 11: Jazz, Percussion Ensemble, and Choir Pit Orchestra Rehearsals

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 4:00 – 6:00 PM (North Star only).
• Choir Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 6:00 – 7:00 PM (Pit Orchestra only) and @ 7:00 – 8:00 PM (with Choir).

TUESDAY, MAY 12: Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Rehearsals, Music Boosters Meeting

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal/Individual Practice @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM (North Star only).
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Music Boosters Meeting @ 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132. WE ARE IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS to fill several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year. JOIN THIS MEETING or contact Mr. Kollipara if you are interested in volunteering for a position.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13: Full Orchestra Rehearsal, Spring Choir Concert

• Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 5:30 PM.
• NHS Spring Choir Concert @ 7:00 PM. Any NHS Instrumentalists performing with the Choirs will be given specific details by Mr. Walters.

THURSDAY, MAY 14: Front Ensemble Sectional

• Front Ensemble Sectional @ 2:30 – 4:30 PM for Parade Music Rehearsal & Cymbal Fitting.

FRIDAY, MAY 15: Jazz & Percussion Ensemble Rehearsals

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 6:00 PM on Stage (How To Train Your Dragon, Power Struggle, and North Star).

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
• MAY 19 – Drumline @ Senior Clap-Out (during school)
• MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert – TICKETS
• MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet – RSVP
• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – Drumline @ Ridge Wood & Winchester Field Days
• MAY 29 – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• MAY 30 – Drumline @ Senior Car Parade
• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party – SIGN-UP
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• Several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year are open: President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their positions!
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• 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.

SUNDAY, MAY 3: Drumline @ Lacrosse Victory Day Game

• Drumline Performance @ Lacrosse Victory Day Game.
• The Band Room will NOT be open for drum pickup prior to the game. All participating Drumline members were supposed to have taken their drums home after returning from State Band Festival on Friday.
• Report to 8 Mile “Northville Sports Den” Stadium @ 10:40 AM in Drumline Hoodie. Perform @ 10:50 AM and throughout game @ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
• Pizza provided afterwards.

MONDAY, MAY 4: Tuxedo Return, Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

• TUXEDO RETURN @ 7:30 – 8:30 AM and 2:20 – 4:00 PM.
  • Return Tuxedos (jacket and pants only) during seminar or after-school during the specified return windows. Tuxedo Shirts and Bowties are student-owned; keep and reuse for the coming years. Non-Jazz Seniors are welcome to donate their Tuxedo Shirt and Bowtie back to the Band if they wish.
  • Jazz Ensemble members keep their Tuxedo for summer performances, but those who needed replacements throughout the year should return their Tuxedo articles that no longer fit. All others must return all articles of their Tuxedos on this day within the return windows, no exceptions.
  • If you are unable to bring your Tuxedo within the return windows, you are responsible for having a friend/parent bring it within the return windows.
  • You are responsible for paying to have your Tuxedo professionally dry cleaned if you miss the return windows.
  • Students will be assessed fees of $200 for Tuxedo Jacket and $90 for Tuxedo Pants if they are missing.
  • SENIORS: Any missing uniform pieces will result in your graduation cap/gown and diploma being held until you return the pieces or pay the necessary fees.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

TUESDAY, MAY 5: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6: Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Full Orchestra Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

THURSDAY, MAY 7: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

• 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.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

FRIDAY, MAY 8: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal, Drumline @ Moraine Fun Run, Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
• Drumline Moraine Fun Run Performance @ 9:30 – 10:30 AM.
  • Report to Band Room immediately after 1A Seminar to load drums into cars and carpool to Moraine.
  • Perform from 9:30 – 10:30 AM, which is the end of the K-2nd Grade Run and the beginning of 3rd-5th Grade Run.
  • Return to NHS immediately after the performances and report to your 3A/lunch as soon as possible.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• MAY 3 – Drumline @ Lacrosse Victory Day Game
• MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
• MAY 8 – Drumline @ Moraine Fun Run
• MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
• MAY 19 – Drumline @ Senior Clap-Out (during school)
• MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert – TICKETS
• MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet – RSVP
• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – Drumline @ Ridge Wood & Winchester Field Days
• MAY 29 – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• MAY 30 – Drumline @ Senior Car Parade
• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• Several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year are open: President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their positions!
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• 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.

TUESDAY, APRIL 28: Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29: Tri-M Spring Concert

• Tri-M Spring Concert @ 6:00 – 8:00 PM in the NHS Auditorium. Entry is free!

THURSDAY, APRIL 30: Music Leadership Workshop (optional)

• 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.

FRIDAY, MAY 1: MSBOA STATE BAND FESTIVAL

• Event Details: MSBOA STATE BAND FESTIVAL
• SignUp Genius: CHAPERONE SIGNUP
• Attire: Concert Uniform
  • Symphonic Band 9/10: Band Polo tucked into black dress pants (no jeans, sweatpants, yoga pants, etc…), black belt (if needed), long black socks (without logos), and marching shoes.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12: Tuxedo (jacket, pants, shirt, bowtie), long black socks (without logos), and marching shoes.
  • STUDENTS: EMAIL MR. KOLLIPARA AND SEE HIM IN BAND SEMINAR ON TUESDAY OR THURSDAY IF YOU ARE MISSING ANY UNIFORM ITEMS.
• Location: Belding High School – 850 Hall St, Belding, MI 48809
• Symphonic Band 9/10: Attend 1B class; Dismissed from 1B at 7:45 AM; Report to Band Room in Summer Uniform at 8:00 AM; Perform at 12:45 PM; Return to NHS by 4:00 PM.
• Symphonic Band 11/12: Attend 1B and 2B classes; Dismissed from 2B at 9:45 AM; Report to Band Room in Tuxedo at 10:00 AM; Perform at 3:10 PM; Return to NHS by 6:30 PM.
• From NHS, students are bussed to and from festival. Students must ride the bus to festival. Percussion and larger instruments are transported via trailer. The trailer will go with SB 9/10 and return with SB 11/12. SB 9/10 brings all percussion instruments that are also needed for SB 11/12. All other instruments are transported via bus. Students are responsible for ensuring that the instrument and equipment they specifically use are loaded and unloaded from the trailer and buses, and safely transported to and from festival. Students may return from festival with parents, but must notify Mr. Kollipara & Mr. Rumbell before leaving.
• DRUMLINE: Take drums home after festival for the Lacrosse Victory Day performance on Sunday.

SUNDAY, MAY 3: Drumline @ Lacrosse Victory Day Game

• Drumline @ Lacrosse Victory Day Game…NOTE TIME CHANGE BELOW!!!
• Report to 8 Mile “Northville Sports Den” Stadium @ 10:40 AM in Drumline Hoodie. Perform @ 10:50 AM and throughout game from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
• Pizza provided afterwards.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• APR. 29 – Tri-M Spring Concert
• MAY 1 – MSBOA State Band Festival @ Belding High School
• MAY 3 – Drumline @ Lacrosse Victory Day Game
• MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
• MAY 8 – Drumline @ Moraine Fun Run
• MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
• MAY 19 – Drumline @ Senior Clap-Out (end of school day)
• MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert – TICKETS
• MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet – RSVP
• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – Drumline @ Ridge Wood & Winchester Field Days
• MAY 29 – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• MAY 30 – Drumline @ Senior Car Parade
• MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
• JUN. 1 – Drumline @ Silver Springs Assembly
• JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
• JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band – TICKETS
• JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party
• JUN. 10 – Drumline @ Thornton Creek & Amerman for Last Day of School
• JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade
• AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp

VOLUNTEERING

• Visit the Band SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• Several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year are open: President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if interested. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their positions!
• Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s. These programs require an annual renewal.
• 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.

MONDAY, APRIL 20: Percussion Ensemble & ITW Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
• “Into the Woods” Dress/Tech Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 6:30 PM.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21: ITW Rehearsal

• PIT ORCHESTRA: Wear your green ITW shirts to school this day for the All Company photo!
• “Into the Woods” Dress/Tech Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 6:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22: Percussion Ensemble & ITW Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
• “Into the Woods” Dress/Tech Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 6:30 PM.

THURSDAY, APRIL 23: “Into the Woods” 1st Showing

• PIT ORCHESTRA: Wear your green ITW shirts to school this day for Opening Night!
• “Into the Woods” 1st Showing @ 7:00 PM. Pit Orchestra reports @ 5:45 PM. Winds & Percussion in Tuxedo. Strings in Concert Uniform (Tuxedo/Dress).
• All showings have reserved seating – TICKETS HERE!

FRIDAY, APRIL 24: “Into the Woods” 2nd Showing

• “Into the Woods” 2nd Showing @ 7:00 PM. Pit Orchestra reports @ 5:45 PM. Winds & Percussion in Tuxedo. Strings in Concert Uniform (Tuxedo/Dress).
• All showings have reserved seating – TICKETS HERE!

SATURDAY, APRIL 25: “Into the Woods” 3rd & 4th Showings

• “Into the Woods” 3rd Showing @ 2:00 PM. Pit Orchestra reports @ 1:00 PM. Winds & Percussion in Tuxedo. Strings in Concert Uniform (Tuxedo/Dress).
• “Into the Woods” 4th Showing @ 7:00 PM. Pit Orchestra reports @ 6:45 PM. Winds & Percussion in Tuxedo. Strings in Concert Uniform (Tuxedo/Dress).
• All showings have reserved seating – TICKETS HERE!

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• APR. 23-25 – NHS Theatre’s “Into the Woods” Spring Musical Production – TICKETS
• MAY 1 – MSBOA State Band Festival @ Belding High School
• MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
• MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
• MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert – TICKETS
• MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• 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

• We are in need of volunteers to fill several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year! Positions open are President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if you are interested in volunteering for one of these positions. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their position on the Boosters Board!
• 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.

MONDAY, APRIL 13: Percussion Ensemble & ITW Pit Orchestra Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 PM.
• “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

TUESDAY, APRIL 14: ITW Pit Orchestra Rehearsal; Music Boosters Meeting

• “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Music Boosters Meeting at 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132.
  • WE ARE IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS to fill several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year! Positions open are President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. JOIN THIS MEETING or contact Mr. Kollipara if you are interested in volunteering for one of these positions. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their position on the Boosters Board!

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15: Percussion Ensemble & ITW Pit Orchestra Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 PM.
• “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16: NO SCHOOL – Teacher PD Day

• NO SCHOOL – Teacher PD Day.
• No after-school rehearsals.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17: ITW Sitzprobe

• “Into the Woods” Sitzprobe @ 2:30 – 6:30 PM.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

• APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
• APR. 23-25 – NHS Theatre’s “Into the Woods” Spring Musical Production – TICKETS
• MAY 1 – MSBOA State Band Festival @ Belding High School
• MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
• MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
• MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert – TICKETS
• MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
• MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
• MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
• MAY 29 – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square
• 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

• We are in need of volunteers to fill several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year! Positions open are President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if you are interested in volunteering for one of these positions. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their position on the Boosters Board!
• 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.