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Week of September 7

The 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble performs at the Detroit Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 6, 2026 @ 1:00 – 1:30 PM in the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center. Find parking information and event details here.

The Detroit Jazz Festival is the largest free jazz festival in the world. The NHS Jazz Ensemble has performed at the Detroit Jazz Festival almost every year of the festival since it began in 1980 – no other group, amateur or professional, has performed this many times at the festival other than NHS. 

Any and all band students, families, and friends are encouraged to support the Jazz Ensemble by attending this special performance.

We are in need of a Lead Parent Volunteer to handle Home Football Game Drinks for the remainder of the football season.

This is the pop, Arnold Palmer, Gatorade, etc…, that is available to the band when they get their pizza after halftime.

Please contact Sara Weber in the NHS Band Facebook Group for information.

This Week’s Schedule

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6: 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble @ 47th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7: NO SCHOOL – Labor Day

  • NO SCHOOL – Labor Day

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9: After-School Marching Band Rehearsal

  • Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather. Rehearsals are every Wednesday until the final Home Football Game, unless otherwise stated.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11: Marching Band Performance @ “Youth Night” Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs

  • MARCHING BAND PERFORMANCE @ “Youth Night” Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
    • Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into BLACK DRESS PANTS (no jeans, sweatpants, yoga pants, etc…), Black Belt (if needed), LONG BLACK SOCKS WITHOUT LOGOS (no footies or white socks), and Marching Shoes. Front Ensemble (Pit) Percussion wears their Percussion Baseball Cap for all outdoor performances.
    • Location: Plateau (grass practice football field across bridge from Hillside) / march in parade block to Sports Den Stadium
    • Report to NHS (Leadership, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard): 4:00 PM
    • Drumline Reports to Stadium: 4:45 PM; setup drum stands in bleachers
    • Report to Plateau (ALL Students): 5:00 PM
    • Pre-Game Performance: 6:40 PM; water provided after performance
    • Kickoff: 7:00 PM
    • Halftime: Marching Show; pizza and beverages provided after performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
    • Post-Game Performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
    • Load Trailer & Return NHS to Unload (Leadership, Drumline, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard)

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
  • SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
  • SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
  • SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
  • OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
  • OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

  • Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
  • We have nearly 300 volunteer slots this year. We ask each family to participate at least once, but more is better.
  • We are in need of a Lead Parent Volunteer to handle Home Football Game Drinks. Please contact Sarah Weber in the NHS Band Facebook Group for information.

NHS MUSIC 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 the Northville Stitching Post.
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Week of August 31

Wishing everyone a great start to the new school year!

The 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble performs at the Detroit Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 6, 2026 @ 1:00 – 1:30 PM in the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center. Find parking information and event details here. Upcoming rehearsals are Mon. 8/31, Tue. 9/1, and Thu. 9/3 @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM in the NHS Band Room. All details are below in This Week’s Schedule.

We are in need of a Lead Parent Volunteer to handle Home Football Game Drinks for the remainder of the football season.

This is the pop, Arnold Palmer, Gatorade, etc…, that is available to the band when they get their pizza after halftime.

Please contact Sara Weber in the NHS Band Facebook Group for information.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, AUGUST 31: First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year; Jazz Rehearsal; Drumline Performance

  • You will march during Band class, starting today. Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather.
  • 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
  • Drumline Performance @ 3:30 – 4:00 PM at Thornton Creek main entrance. Report to Thornton Creek by 3:15 PM.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1: Jazz Rehearsal

  • 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2: After-School Marching Band Rehearsal

  • Bring all Marching Band rehearsal necessities and dress for the weather. Rehearsals are every Wednesday until the final Home Football Game, unless otherwise stated.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3: Jazz Rehearsal; Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras (optional)

  • 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
  • PEP BAND SIGNUP
    • Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
    • Locations: NHS Band Room / Canton HS Football Stadium
    • Report to NHS Band Room for Rehearsal: 5:00 PM
    • Depart NHS: 5:45 PM
    • Enter Canton HS Football Stadium: 6:15 PM

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6: 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble @ 47th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year; Drumline Performance @ Thornton Creek
  • SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
  • SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
  • SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
  • SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
  • OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
  • OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

  • Visit the Band SignUp for opportunities to volunteer with our band program.
  • We have nearly 300 volunteer slots this year. We ask each family to participate at least once, but more is better.
  • We are in need of a Lead Parent Volunteer to handle Home Football Game Drinks. Please contact Sarah Weber in the NHS Band Facebook Group for information.

NHS MUSIC 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 the Northville Stitching Post.
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Week 3 – Band Camp – 2026

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

Please submit all Band Fees that are necessary for your student(s) as soon as possible, as they were due last Monday, August 17. The Marching Show Shirt Design Submission Deadline has been extended to this Sunday, August 23. Band Pictures are this Monday, August 24. The first Home Football Game is this Thursday, August 27.

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FEES
SHOW SHIRT
FB Game

The 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble has been invited to perform at the Detroit Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 6, 2026!

The performance will be in the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center at 1:00 PM. Upcoming rehearsals are August 24 & 25 @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the NHS Band Room. Additional rehearsal dates and specific details are forthcoming.

This Week’s Schedule

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23: Show Shirt Design Submission EXTENDED Deadline

MONDAY, AUGUST 24: Make-Up Transition Day, Band Camp, Marching Band Yearbook Photo, Jazz Rehearsal

  • Make-Up Transition Day @ 8:00 AM for any students who missed their grade’s transition day last week.
  • BAND CAMP @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • Any students who have not yet been fitted for a Marching Uniform must report to the uniform room this morning to be fitted before photos.
  • Band Yearbook Photos for All Students in Main Gymnasium @ 1:00 PM in Marching Uniform. Be in your Marching Uniform early to begin pictures promptly @ 1:00 PM. No shako or gloves for the photos. Photos are cropped at the knees, so you can wear marching shoes or athletic shoes. Today is the deadline to order BAND PICTURES (all students) and 2×3 SENIOR BANNERS (2027 Seniors only) from VSN. Senior Banners will be attached to the fence on the home side of the Sports Den Stadium for the marching season, and available for pick-up at Band-O-Rama on Friday, December 4. PICTURE/BANNER ORDERING DETAILS BELOW:
    • Enter Billing Details
    • Order Type: Pre-Order
    • School/Organization: Northville High School
    • Sport/Activity: Marching Band
    • Click Verification checkbox
    • Type student’s First Name and Last Name
    • Sport/Section Description: Combo
      • Uniform Number: type student’s instrument name
    • Team Level: Other
      • Other Description: type “High School”
    • Type Name to Appear if ordering personalized items
    • Select Date to Appear if ordering personalized items
    • Type Order Notes if applicable
    • Click Disclaimer checkbox
    • Enter Credit Card information
    • Click Place Order
  • 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25: Band Camp (PM only), Jazz Rehearsal, Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal, Show Shirt Voting Deadline

  • BAND CAMP @ 1:00 – 5:00 PM due to Teacher Professional Development.
  • 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
  • Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal @ 6:00 – 7:00 PM. Pep Band is open to ALL GRADES, regardless of having participated in previous years. SIGN UP HERE!
  • Marching Show Shirt Voting closes @ 11:59 PM. The winning Marching Show Shirt design will be announced at the Band Picnic on Wednesday.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26: Band Camp (PM only), Band Picnic

  • BAND CAMP @ 1:00 – 5:00 PM due to Teacher Professional Development.
  • Band Picnic at Millennium Park Pavilion @ 5:00 – 8:00 PM. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO BRING ITEMS! Kona Ice provided for Band Appreciation Week, courtesy of NHS Football! The winning Marching Show Shirt design will be announced.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27: Band Camp (AM only), MARCHING BAND PERFORMANCE @ HOME FOOTBALL GAME

  • BAND CAMP @ 9:00 – 11:30 AM.
  • MARCHING BAND PERFORMANCE @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
    • Attire: Summer Uniform – Band Polo tucked into BLACK DRESS PANTS (no jeans, sweatpants, yoga pants, etc…), Black Belt (if needed), LONG BLACK SOCKS WITHOUT LOGOS (no footies or white socks), and Marching Shoes. Front Ensemble (Pit) Percussion wears their Percussion Baseball Cap for all outdoor performances.
    • Location: Plateau (grass practice football field across bridge from Hillside) / march in parade block to Sports Den Stadium
    • Report to NHS (Leadership, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard): 4:00 PM
    • Drumline Reports to Stadium: 4:45 PM; setup drum stands in bleachers
    • Report to Plateau (ALL Students): 5:00 PM
    • Pre-Game Performance: 6:40 PM; water provided after performance
    • Kickoff: 7:00 PM
    • Halftime: Marching Show; pizza and beverages provided after performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
    • Post-Game Performance (time depends on gameplay – we cannot estimate this!)
    • Load Trailer & Return NHS to Unload (Leadership, Drumline, Front Ensemble, Sousaphones, Color Guard)

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp – see Weekly Announcements & Band Packet for details
  • AUG. 25 – Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • AUG. 26 – Band Picnic – SIGNUP TO BRING ITEMS
  • AUG. 27 – Marching Band @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
  • AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year
  • SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
  • SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
  • SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
  • SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
  • OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
  • OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

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

NHS MUSIC 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.
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Week 2 – Band Camp – 2026

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

The 2026 Band Camp Schedule and 2026/27 Band Packet are linked below. Please review the SLIDESHOW that was presented at Band Parent Information Night (meeting recap below This Week’s Schedule). Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores should attend their transition day at 8:00 AM and report to Band Camp by 9:00 AM. Freshmen have a full morning of activities on their transition day beginning at 7:45 AM; they are already excused from Band Camp that morning and report to Band Camp at 1:00 PM.

Band Schedule
REVTRAK FEES
Polo & APPAREL

The 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble has been invited to perform at the Detroit Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 6, 2026!

The performance will be in the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center @ 1:00 PM. Upcoming rehearsals are August 18 & 21 @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the NHS Band Room. More rehearsal dates and specific details are forthcoming.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, AUGUST 17: Senior Transition Day, Band Camp, Marching Uniform Fittings, Band Apparel Orders Due, Marching Shoe & Tux Shirt Fittings, Band Fees Due

  • Senior Transition Day @ 8:00 AM.
  • ALL STUDENTS report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • Marching Uniform Fittings during Band Camp (AM only) for anyone who has not received one yet – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.
  • ONLINE ORDERING DEADLINE @ 2:00 PM for Band Polo, “Halftime is Gametime” T-Shirt, and Percussion Baseball Cap.
    • Order HERE from the Northville Stitching Post
    • SELECT FREE PICKUP! Mr. Kollipara picks up all items in bulk, then students can pick up their items in the Band Room.
    • BAND POLO: Required for all Band Students; Freshmen & New Students need to purchase; Returning Students should purchase a new Band Polo if their current one is worn out or does not fit.
    • “HALFTIME IS GAMETIME” T-SHIRT: Optional, but is great NHS Band representation. Most students, parents, and family members purchase these shirts.
    • PERCUSSION BASEBALL CAP: Required for students in Front Ensemble (Pit Percussion) since it is a uniform item used in place of the shako; optional for Drumline. Parents and family members can order these, too.
  • Marching Shoe & Tuxedo Shirt Fittings @ 1:00 – 3:00 PM in Ensemble/Orchestra Room, and all other Band Fees due by the end of the day:
    • In addition to paying the other fees listed on RevTrak, the marching shoes and tuxedo shirts are paid for via the NHS Band RevTrak Page. Only pay for what you need and what is required for your student (please read the description of each of the 5 items!). Once marching shoes and tuxedo shirts are shipped to us, students can pick them up in the Band Room. If you are missing the fitting day, you must email sizes to Mr. Kollipara, or else a $25 shipping fee will be assessed for late orders.
    • MARCHING SHOES: Required for all Freshmen, New Students, and any Returning Students who need replacements.
    • TUXEDO SHIRTS: Required for new members in Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble, and any Returning Students in these groups who need replacements.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18: Junior Transition Day, Band Camp, 2025/26 Jazz Rehearsal

  • Junior Transition Day @ 8:00 AM.
  • ALL STUDENTS report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19: Sophomore Transition Day, Band Camp

  • Sophomore Transition Day @ 8:00 AM.
  • ALL STUDENTS report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20: Freshmen Transition Day, Band Camp

  • Drumline in Grades 10-12 report to Band Room @ 7:00 AM for Freshmen Transition Day 7:30 AM Performance at Main Entrance.
  • Freshmen Transition Day @ 7:45 AM.
  • Seniors, Junior, and Sophomores report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • Freshmen report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 1:00 – 5:00 PM.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21: Band Camp, 2025/26 Jazz Rehearsal, Show Shirt Design Submission Deadline

  • All Students report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • 2025/26 Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM for Detroit Jazz Festival.
  • Marching Show Shirt Designs due no later than 11:59 PM.

Parent Meeting Recap

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2026 @ 7 – 8 PM

  • The Slideshow that students were presented at Band Camp was shared with parents.
  • Walkthrough of the locations of important links in the Band Packet & Website.
  • Read through the Band Packet in its entirety so you are familiar with the locations of important information. Please only ask the Directors questions that are not answered in the Packet. Anyone who has not completed the Band Handbook Agreement must do so ASAP.
  • Marching Shoe & Tux Shirt Fittings on Monday, August 17 @ 1:00 PM. Pay for these on RevTrak. See announcements above for details.
  • Band Polo & Apparel Ordering Deadline on Monday, August 17 @ 2:00 PM. Buy these through the Northville Stitching Post. See announcements above for details.
  • All Band Fees due via RevTrak by end of day on Monday, August 17. See announcements above for details. Only pay the fees applicable to your student(s).
  • Nearly 300 slots need to be filled by parent volunteers for Band Events through the Band SignUp. Sign up now as we have many unfilled slots this coming week.
  • Volunteer for Music Boosters Events, such as Raffle Ticket sales, through the NHS Music Boosters SignUp Genius. All families must purchase or sell at least 5 Raffle Tickets ($20/ticket) for a successful fundraiser. The goal is for the Band, Choir, and Orchestra to sell at least 1,000 tickets total. The Boosters have a new website and email address, plus a detailed document that outlines NHS Music Boosters Activities.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp – see Weekly Announcements & Band Packet for details
  • AUG. 25 – Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • AUG. 26 – Band Picnic
  • AUG. 27 – Marching Band @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
  • AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year
  • SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
  • SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
  • SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
  • SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
  • OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
  • OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

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

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS

  • Purchase NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets on Zeffy to support our Band, Choir, and Orchestra. All Music Department Families must buy or sell 5 Raffle Tickets ($20/each) for a successful fundraiser. This year’s goal is to sell 1,000+ tickets.
  • Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.
  • 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.

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.
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Week 1 – Band Camp – 2026

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

The 2026 Band Camp Schedule and 2026/27 Band Packet are linked below. Note that there are staggered Band Camp start dates/times during the first week of Band Camp for different groups/sections, such as Leadership, Percussion/Sousaphones/Color Guard, Freshmen/New Students, and Returning Students. The schedule in the packet states the groups/sections and times they are to report to the NHS Band Room on specific dates/times.

2026/27 Band Schedule

The 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble has been invited to perform at the Detroit Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 6, 2026!

The performance will be in the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center @ 1:00 PM. More details will be shared once they are provided to the Band Directors.

This Week’s Schedule

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12: Band Camp for All Leadership, Percussion, Sousaphones, and Color Guard, Marching Uniform Fittings for Leadership

  • Leadership: Report to Band Room @ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
  • Marching Uniform Fittings for Leadership during Band Camp (AM only) – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.
  • All New and Returning Percussion, Sousaphones, and Color Guard: Report to Band Room @ 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
  • Percussion Auditions for Freshmen & New Students: Report to Band Room @ 1:00 PM. Pickup students @ 3:00 PM.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13: Band Camp for Sections/Grades Listed Below, Marching Uniform Fittings for Freshmen & New Students

  • Leadership and all Percussion, Sousaphones, Color Guard, Freshmen, and New Students report to Band Room @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • Marching Uniform Fittings for Freshmen & New Students during Band Camp (AM & PM) – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14: Band Camp for ALL Students, Marching Uniform Fittings, Band Parent Meeting

  • All Students report to Band Room for Band Camp @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • Marching Uniform Fittings during Band Camp (AM & PM) – complete Band Uniform Agreement if you have not done so already.
  • MANDATORY Band Parent Information Meeting (parents from ALL grades) in Band Room @ 7:00 PM – SLIDESHOW.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • AUG. 12-27 – Band Camp – see Weekly Announcements & Band Packet for details
  • AUG. 25 – Pep Band Meeting & Rehearsal – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • AUG. 26 – Band Picnic
  • AUG. 27 – Marching Band @ “Band Appreciation Night” Home Football Game vs. Lake Orion Dragons
  • AUG. 31 – First Day of Classes for 2026/27 School Year
  • SEP. 2 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 3 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Canton Cobras – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 6 – 2025/26 NHS Jazz Ensemble @ Detroit Jazz Festival
  • SEP. 9 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 11 – Marching Band @ Home Football Game vs. Brighton Bulldogs
  • SEP. 16 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 18 – Marching Band @ Victorian Parade & Home Football Game vs. Novi Wildcats
  • SEP. 22 – TUESDAY After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • SEP. 25 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Plymouth Wildcats – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • SEP. 30 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 2 – Marching Band @ Homecoming Parade & Home Football Game vs. Fordson Tractors
  • OCT. 7 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 9 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. Belleville Tigers – PEP BAND SIGNUP
  • OCT. 14 – After-School Marching Band Rehearsal
  • OCT. 16 – Drumline & Pep Band @ Meads Mill Pep Assembly – PEP BAND SIGNUP; Marching Band @ Senior Night Home Football Game vs. Salem Rocks
  • OCT. 23 – Pep Band @ Away Football Game vs. TBD – PEP BAND SIGNUP

VOLUNTEERING

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

NHS MUSIC 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.
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Week of June 8

The Independence Day Parade is on Saturday, July 4.

Band Room open at 8:00 AM, report to Downtown Northville at 9:00 AM, and Parade at 10:00 AM. Wear Band Polo with any shorts/pants and marching shoes/closed-toe athletic shoes.

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

Band Camp and Varsity Football Game dates are at the bottom of the 2025-26 Band Packet. The 2026 Band Camp Schedule and 2026-27 Band Packet are forthcoming.

2025-26 Band Packet

The 2025-26 NHS Jazz Ensemble has been invited to perform at the Detroit Jazz Festival on Sunday, September 6, 2026!

The performance will be in the Gretchen C. Valade Jazz Center, same as last year. We have not been informed of a performance time. More details are forthcoming as they are provided to the band directors.

This Week’s Schedule

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

More Announcements

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

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

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.
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Weekly Announcements

Week of June 1

Jazz Ensemble performs Wednesday, June 3 at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Secure your tickets! A Detroit Jazz Festival performance has been announced for Sunday, September 6, 2026 in the Valade Jazz Center, time TBA by the Detroit Jazz Festival.

JAZZ @ CLIFF BELL’S

Pep Band has a special performance at Winchester’s 50th Anniversary Block Party on Friday, June 5. The event is 5:30 – 8:00 PM, with a Pep Band performance at 6:30 – 7:00 PM.

Pep Band @ Winchester

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

Band Camp and Varsity Football Game dates are at the bottom of the 2025-26 Band Packet. The 2026 Band Camp Schedule and 2026-27 Band Packet are forthcoming.

2025-26 Band Packet

This Week’s Schedule

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

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.

More Announcements

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

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

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.
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Weekly Announcements

Week of May 25

Jazz Ensemble has 2 upcoming performances: this Friday in Downtown Northville and Wednesday, June 3 at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Friday night is free, but you must secure your tickets now for Cliff Bell’s! A Detroit Jazz Festival performance is TBA.

JAZZ @ CLIFF BELL’S

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

Band Camp and Varsity Football Game dates are at the bottom of the 2025-26 Band Packet. The 2026 Band Camp Schedule and 2026-27 Band Packet are forthcoming.

Scroll below This Week’s Schedule to see the remaining events for the 2025-26 school year.

2025-26 Band Packet

This Week’s Schedule

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27: Jazz Rehearsal, Band Leadership Clinic

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.

More Announcements

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

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.
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Weekly Announcements

Week of May 18

The “All-American” Spring Band Concert is THIS WEEK on Tuesday, May 19. The Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet is the following day on Wednesday, May 20.

Concert Tickets & Program

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

Band Camp and Varsity Football Game dates are at the bottom of the 2025-26 Band Packet. The 2026 Band Camp Schedule and 2026-27 Band Packet are forthcoming.

This Week’s Schedule

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.

More Announcements

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

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.
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Weekly Announcements

Week of May 11

The “All-American” Spring Band Concert is on Tuesday, May 19. The Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet is the following day on Wednesday, May 20.

Purchase Spring Concert Tickets via Ludus. LAST CALL to RSVP for the Band Awards Banquet. STUDENTS: Vote on Paper Plate Awards by this Friday, May 15.

Spring Concert Tickets
RSVP: Awards Banquet
PAPER PLATE AWARDS

2026 Band Camp is Wednesday, August 12 – Thursday, August 27.

Band Camp and Varsity Football Game dates are at the bottom of the 2025-26 Band Packet. The 2026 Band Camp Schedule and 2026-27 Band Packet are forthcoming.

This Week’s Schedule

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).

More Announcements

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

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.