Author: Adam Kollipara

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

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

• Read this post from NHS Music Boosters President Scott Partridge.
• Purchase raffle tickets online at the Boosters’ website and volunteer to sell raffle tickets at upcoming music events via SignUp Genius.

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).

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3: Drumline Performances – notify the Drumline Captains and Adam if you cannot attend one or more of these events

• Tennis Senior Night at NHS Tennis Courts @ 3:00 PM
• Cross Country Meets at Cass Benton @ 5:00 PM & 5:30 PM
• Volleyball Senior Night in NHS Main Gymnasium @ 6:30 PM

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4: After-School Marching Band Rehearsal

• Meet in the band room for 2:30 – 5:00 PM rehearsal.
• Bring all rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather.
• Aretha Franklin Show Shirts
  • These will be available for pickup for those who ordered.
  • 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 at a break and purchase with cash, check, Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle – T-shirts ($24), crewnecks ($39), hoodies ($49).

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5: Music Boosters MOD Pizza Fundraiser

• Join us for our first MOD Pizza Fundraiser at 18821 Traditions Drive by bringing this flyer (or mentioning the fundraiser at checkout for IN-PERSON orders) or using code MODGIVES25 (required for ONLINE orders).
• Visit our fundraiser page on the MOD Pizza website for additional information.
• When you support the NHS Music Boosters by eating pizza, 25% of sales go directly to our NHS Music Programs.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6: Pep Band Rehearsal in Seminar

• Click here for details and to sign up. We need more students to participate!
• Rehearsals are in the Band Room during 1A Seminar (7:30 – 8:20 AM) on Friday, October 6 and Tuesday, October 10.
• This game is on Friday, October 13 at Novi High School.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6: Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Hartland Eagles

SENIOR NIGHT CEREMONY: All seniors will be recognized in the stadium prior to the pre-game performance. Parents, please arrive at the Cooke side of the track (northwest corner near the concessions) at 6:15 PM. Line up alphabetically by last name and await further instructions from coordinators. Seniors will be announced shortly thereafter.

• NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS ANNOUNCEMENT: We are still in need of parent volunteers for tonight’s game and other music events listed on the SignUp Genius page. Volunteer to sell raffle tickets at this game!
• Attire: Marching Uniform
• Locations: Plateau / Tom Holzer Stadium
• Load Trailer at NHS (Leadership, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard): 4:00 PM
• Report to Plateau: 5:00 PM
• Pre-Game: Senior Night Ceremony
• Kickoff: 7:00 PM
• Halftime: Aretha Franklin Show (show shirts will be available for sale at the game – see Adam to purchase)
• Post-Game Performance: in concert formation at the end of the game
• Leadership, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard: load trailer at the end of the game then meet at NHS to unload

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7: Cancer Awareness Run/Walk

• The NHS Band supports the 2023 Global Grace Cancer Run/Walk, a cancer awareness fundraiser event hosted by Adam Kollipara.
• Scan the QR code on the posters at the band door, or click here for details and to register for the event this coming Saturday at 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

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).

SENIOR BANNER ORDERING

• Text Ann Ryan at (734) 776-1773 to order a banner for your band senior if you missed ordering one on the band picture day during band camp.
• Banners are displayed on the fence at Tom Holzer Stadium.

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

• Read this post from NHS Music Boosters President Scott Partridge.
• In addition to the MOD Pizza Fundraiser on Thursday, October 5, please participate in the other opportunities the Boosters have to offer:
  • Purchase raffle tickets online at the Boosters’ website.
  • Volunteer to sell raffle tickets at upcoming music events.
• The next Boosters Meeting will be at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, October 17 at the Northville District Library (Carlo Room).

SOLO & ENSEMBLE FESTIVAL – optional

• The deadline to register for MSBOA District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival is Friday, October 20.
• Click here to register via the Google Form.

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.”