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Week of April 8

CONGRATULATIONS to our STATE CHAMPION Jazz Ensemble for their Straight First Division Ratings at State Jazz Festival on Thursday, April 4, 2024! Rehearsals will continue Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 2:30 – 3:30 PM for all Jazz Ensemble members in preparation for the Gazebo Concert in Downtown Northville on Friday, May 24, 2024 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM.

MSBOA State Band Festival is on Friday, May 3, 2024 at Manchester High School. PARENTS: We are in need of bus/festival chaperones! Please sign up via SignUp Genius. Symphonic Band 9/10 performs at 5:55 PM. Symphonic Band 11/12 performs at 8:25 PM. Report times at NHS are forthcoming for State Band Festival. Students will be bussed to and from festival. Percussion instruments and larger wind instruments will be transported via the band trailer (goes to festival with SB 9/10 and returns with SB 11/12). All other instruments will be taken on the buses. State Band Festival is required and graded for all band students.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, APRIL 8: After-School Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Mean Girls Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, APRIL 9: After-School Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Mean Girls Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11: After-School Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Mean Girls Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • TUE. APR. 16 – Boosters Meeting @ time/location TBD
  • APR. 25 – 27 – NHS Drama Club Presents Mean Girls – selected students in pit orchestra
  • FRI. MAY 3 – State Band Festival @ Manchester HS
  • SAT. MAY 4 – Drumline @ NHS Varsity Lacrosse Victory Day
  • TUE. MAY 7 – Tuxedo Return – jazz members keep tuxedo for upcoming performances
  • TUE. MAY 14 – Boosters Meeting @ time/location TBD
  • TUE. MAY 21 – Spring All-Band Concert
  • WED. MAY 22 – Band Awards Banquet
  • SAT. MAY 25 – Jazz Ensemble Concert in Downtown Northville
  • MON. MAY 27 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 28 – JUN. 4 – Band Leadership Clinics & Audition
  • SUN. JUN. 2 – Graduation Band at Class of 2024 Commencement
  • THU. JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • Upcoming Boosters meetings are on Tuesday, April 16 and Tuesday, May 14. Time and location TBD. Any and all parents are welcome to attend.
  • Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 4 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Week of April 1

Welcome back from Spring Break!

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, APRIL 1: After-School Jazz Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, APRIL 2: After-School Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Mean Girls Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3: After-School Jazz Rehearsal

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

THURSDAY, APRIL 4: State Jazz Festival

  • Attire: Tuxedo
  • Location: Royal Oak High School, 1500 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak, MI 48073
  • Report to NHS: 6:00 PM
  • Performance: 8:30 – 9:30 PM
  • Return to NHS: 10:30 PM
  • Students are bussed to and from festival. All instruments are transported on the bus.
  • Students are responsible for ensuring that the instrument(s)/equipment they specifically use are loaded/unloaded from the bus and safely transported to/from festival.
  • State Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
  • TUE. APR. 16 – Boosters Meeting @ time/location TBD
  • APR. 25 – 27 – NHS Drama Club Presents Mean Girls – selected students in pit orchestra
  • MAY 2 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival – details TBA by MSBOA
  • TUE. MAY 7 – Tuxedo Return – jazz members keep tuxedo for upcoming performances
  • TUE. MAY 14 – Boosters Meeting @ time/location TBD
  • TUE. MAY 21 – Spring All-Band Concert
  • WED. MAY 22 – Band Awards Banquet
  • SAT. MAY 25 – Jazz Ensemble Concert in Downtown Northville
  • MON. MAY 27 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 28 – JUN. 4 – Band Leadership Clinics & Audition
  • SUN. JUN. 2 – Graduation Band at Class of 2024 Commencement
  • THU. JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • Upcoming Boosters meetings are on Tuesday, April 16 and Tuesday, May 14. Time and location TBD. Any and all parents are welcome to attend.
  • Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Week of March 18

Thank you to all who participated in MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble at Churchill on Saturday, March 16!

For those who have been selected to be in the pit orchestra for the NHS Drama Club’s Spring Musical Production of Mean Girls, there will be after-school pit orchestra rehearsals in the band room at 3:30 – 4:30 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays beginning this week.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, MARCH 18: After-School Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Mean Girls Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, MARCH 19: Hillside Band Visit & After-School Rehearsals

  • Hillside 8th Grade Band Visit during 4A SB 11/12. All leadership report to band room by 12:00 PM. Anyone who would like to join that is not in 4A SB 11/12 must get permission from their 4A teacher.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Mean Girls Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20: Boosters Meeting CANCELLED

THURSDAY, MARCH 21: After-School Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Mean Girls Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

MARCH 23 – 31: Spring Break

  • Classes and after-school rehearsals resume on Monday, April 1.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • MAR. 23 – 31 – Spring Break – no school
  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
    • Report to NHS @ 6:30 PM; Perform @ 8:30 – 9:30 PM; Return to NHS by time TBD.
    • Students are bussed to and from festival. All instruments are transported on the bus.
    • State Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.
  • TUE. APR. 16 – Boosters Meeting @ time/location TBD
  • APR. 25 – 27 – NHS Drama Club Presents Mean Girls – selected students in pit orchestra
  • MAY 2 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival – details TBA by MSBOA
  • TUE. MAY 7 – Tuxedo Return – jazz members keep tuxedo for upcoming performances
  • TUE. MAY 14 – Boosters Meeting @ time/location TBD
  • TUE. MAY 21 – Spring All-Band Concert
  • WED. MAY 22 – Band Awards Banquet
  • SAT. MAY 25 – Jazz Ensemble Concert in Downtown Northville
  • MON. MAY 27 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 28 – JUN. 4 – Band Leadership Clinics & Audition
  • SUN. JUN. 2 – Graduation Band at Class of 2024 Commencement
  • THU. JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • Upcoming Boosters meetings are on Tuesday, April 16 and Tuesday, May 14. Time and location TBD. Any and all parents are welcome to attend.
  • Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Week of March 11

State Solo & Ensemble is this Saturday, March 16 at Churchill High School. Read important information and find the schedule at the link below.

STATE S&E SCHEDULE

Congratulations to both Symphonic Bands for straight First Division Ratings at District XII Band Festival! State Band Festival will be held between May 2-4. Date, time, location, and other details will be announced when MSBOA releases them, which will likely be early-April.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, MARCH 11: Jazz Rehearsal

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 14: Jazz Rehearsal

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

FRIDAY, MARCH 15: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16: State Solo & Ensemble Festival

  • Refer to the MSBOA Music Opportunities tab and the Band Information Packet for State S&E information and the performance schedule. You are responsible for transporting yourself and all equipment/materials for your performance. Take everything home on Friday – NHS will not be open on Saturday except for Percussion Ensemble loading/unloading.
  • Percussion Ensemble meets at NHS at 1:30 PM in tuxedo to load the trailer before traveling to Churchill HS. Arrival back at NHS after the performance is estimated to be 5:00 PM – refer to the Google Calendar event for the full timeline.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • SAT. MAR. 16 – State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Churchill HS – State S&E Schedule
  • TUE. MAR. 19 – Hillside 8th Grade Band Visits 4A Symphonic Band 11/12
  • WED. MAR. 20 – Boosters Meeting @ Northville District Library
  • MAR. 23 – 31 – Spring Break – no school
  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
    • Report to NHS @ 6:30 PM; Perform @ 8:30 – 9:30 PM; Return to NHS by time TBD.
    • Students are bussed to and from festival. All instruments are transported on the bus.
    • State Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.
  • TUE. APR. 16 – Boosters Meeting @ Location TBD
  • APR. 25 – 27 – NHS Drama Club Presents “Mean Girls” – select band students perform in pit orchestra
  • MAY 2 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival – details TBA by MSBOA
  • TUE. MAY 7 – Tuxedo Return – jazz members keep tuxedo for upcoming performances
  • TUE. MAY 14 – Boosters Meeting @ Location TBD
  • TUE. MAY 21 – Spring All-Band Concert
  • WED. MAY 22 – Band Awards Banquet
  • SAT. MAY 25 – Jazz Ensemble Concert in Downtown Northville
  • MON. MAY 27 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 28 – JUN. 4 – Band Leadership Clinics & Audition
  • SUN. JUN. 2 – Graduation Band at Class of 2024 Commencement
  • THU. JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • The Boosters will be meeting on Wednesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM in the Carlo Meeting Room at the Northville District Library. Any parents are welcome to attend. The next two meetings are scheduled for April 16 and May 14.
  • Designate the Boosters to receive donations when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Week of March 4

District XII Band Festival is this Saturday, March 9 at Wayne Memorial High School. Important information is included below in this week’s schedule and in the Band Information Packet.

State Solo & Ensemble is next Saturday, March 16 at Churchill High School. Read important information and find the schedule at the link below.

STATE S&E SCHEDULE

This Week’s Schedule

All students need to bring marching instruments and music and symphonic instruments and music to band class everyday. In addition to festival music, marching music will be rehearsed during every band class in preparation for the marching band performance at the Pep Rally this Friday, March 8 during 4th hour.

MONDAY, MARCH 4: Jazz Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, MARCH 5: Jazz & SB 9/10 Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 9/10 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

THURSDAY, MARCH 7: Percussion Ensemble, Jazz, and SB 11/12 Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

FRIDAY, MARCH 8: Pep Rally

  • Marching Band Performance at the Pep Rally during 4th hour.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9: District XII Band Festival

  • Attire: Concert Uniform
    • Along with marching shoes, all students must wear crew-length (long) black socks ONLY, with NO designs or logos. NO EXCEPTIONS. We are rated based on appearance in addition to musicianship.
  • Location: Wayne Memorial High School, 3001 4th St, Wayne, MI 48184
  • Symphonic Band 9/10
    • Report to NHS @ 7:00 AM in Concert Uniform (Summer Uniform – tucked-in band polo, black dress pants, black belt if needed, marching shoes, black socks).
    • Perform @ 9:50 – 10:50 AM.
    • Return to NHS by 12:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12
    • Report to NHS @ 9:45 AM in Concert Uniform (Tuxedo – jacket, pants, tux shirt, bowtie, marching shoes, black socks).
    • Perform @ 12:50 – 1:50 PM.
    • Return to NHS by 3:00 PM.
  • District XII Band Festival is a required and graded performance for all band students. Students are bussed to and from festival.
  • The trailer will be used for percussion instruments and some larger wind instruments. All other instruments will be taken on the buses.
  • Wayne Memorial will provide timpani, bass drum, and mallet instruments. SB 9/10 percussionists will bring all other percussion needed for both SB 9/10 and SB 11/12. See Adam at 7:00 AM for the list of percussion items.
  • Students who are leaving after the festival performance with parents instead of the bus must notify Mr. Rumbell or Adam before leaving.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • FRI. MAR. 8 – Marching Band Performance @ Pep Rally during 4th hour
  • SAT. MAR. 9 – District Band Festival @ Wayne Memorial HS
  • SAT. MAR. 16 – State S&E @ Churchill HS – SCHEDULE
  • WED. MAR. 20 – Boosters Meeting @ Northville District Library
  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
    • Report to NHS @ time TBD; Perform @ 8:30 – 9:30 PM; Return to NHS by time TBD.
    • Students are bussed to and from festival. All instruments are transported on the bus.
    • State Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.
  • MAY 2 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival – details TBA by MSBOA after District XII Band Festival

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • The Boosters will be meeting on Wednesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM in the Carlo Meeting Room at the Northville District Library. Any parents are welcome to attend.
  • Designate the Boosters to receive donations when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Week of February 26

Students who have unpaid band fees were sent a 2nd email notice on Saturday, February 24, 2024 with specific fees that are 6+ months overdue. These required fees need to be paid via the Band’s RevTrak as soon as possible. Email Adam after you have done so.

PAY Band FEES VIA RevTrak

On Sunday, February 25 at 6:50 PM, Drumline performs at First United Methodist Church of Northville. Those who are performing must arrive no later than 6:30 PM. The performance will be approximately 30 minutes. The church address is 777 Eight Mile Road, Northville, MI 48167 (at 8 Mile & Taft intersection).

This Week’s Schedule

All students need to bring marching instruments and music and symphonic instruments and music to band class everyday beginning Monday, February 26. Marching and festival music will be rehearsed during every band class. This is in preparation for the marching band performance at the Pep Rally on Friday, March 8 during 4th hour.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26: Jazz Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27: No School

  • NO SCHOOL – Teacher Professional Development & Election Polls Open in Schools.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28: Perc. Ens. Rehearsal & Meads Mill Visit

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
  • Meads Mill 8th Grade Band Visit during 4A Symphonic Band 11/12.
    • If you are in SB 11/12 but not in 4A, you are allowed to come to the band room for the Meads Mill visit as long as you get permission from your 4A teacher.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29: Jazz & SB 11/12 Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • SUN. FEB. 25 – Drumline @ First United Methodist Church of Northville
  • FRI. MAR. 8 – Marching Band Performance @ Pep Rally
  • SAT. MAR. 9 – District Band Festival @ Wayne Memorial HS
    • SB 9/10: Report to NHS @ 7:00 AM; Perform @ 9:50 – 10:50 AM; Return to NHS by 12:30 PM.
    • SB 11/12: Report to NHS @ 9:45 AM; Perform @ 12:50 – 1:50 PM; Return to NHS by 3:00 PM.
    • Students are bussed to and from festival.
    • Percussion instruments are transported on the trailer. All other instruments are taken on the buses.
    • Band Festival is a required and graded performance for all band students.
  • SAT. MAR. 16 – State S&E @ Churchill HS – schedule & school map TBA
  • WED. MAR. 20 – Boosters Meeting @ Northville District Library
  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
    • Jazz Ensemble: Report to NHS @ time TBD; Perform @ 8:30 – 9:30 PM; Return to NHS by time TBD.
    • Students are bussed to and from festival.
    • All instruments are transported on the bus.
    • Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.
  • MAY 1 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival – details TBA after Districts

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • The Boosters will be meeting on Wednesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM in the Carlo Meeting Room at the Northville District Library. Any parents are welcome to attend.
  • Designate the Boosters to receive donations when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Week of February 19

All students with unpaid band fees were emailed on Sunday, February 4, 2024 with specific fees that are 6 months overdue. These required fees need to be paid via the Band’s RevTrak as soon as possible. Email Adam after you have done so.

Band RevTrak Payments

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19: No School

  • NO SCHOOL – Midwinter Break

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20: Jazz & SB 9/10 Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 9/10 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21: Boosters Meeting

  • Music Boosters Meeting @ 7:00 PM in the Friends Community Room at the Northville District Library.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22: MOD Pizza Fundraiser; Jazz & SB 11/12 Rehearsals; Drumline at Talent Show

  • MOD Pizza Fundraiser all day.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Drumline Talent Show Performance @ 7:00 PM.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23: Drumline Sectional Cancelled

  • Drumline – TAKE DRUMS HOME AFTER SCHOOL if you are performing on Sunday – the band room will NOT be open over the weekend to pickup drums.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25: Drumline Church Performance

  • Drumline Performance @ 6:30 – 7:00 PM.
  • Report to church gym no later than 6:15 PM.
  • First United Methodist Church of Northville is located at 777 Eight Mile Road, Northville, MI 48167.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • WED. FEB. 21 – Boosters Meeting @ Northville District Library
  • THU. FEB. 22 – MOD Pizza Fundraiser & Drumline @ Talent Show
  • SUN. FEB. 25 – Drumline @ First United Methodist Church of Northville
  • FRI. MAR. 8 – Marching Band Performance @ Pep Rally
  • SAT. MAR. 9 – District Band Festival @ Wayne Memorial HS
    • SB 9/10: Report to NHS @ 7:00 AM; Performance @ 9:50 AM
    • SB 11/12: Report to NHS @ 9:45 AM; Performance @ 1:00 PM
    • Students are bussed to and from festival.
    • Percussion and larger instruments are transported on the trailer/truck.
    • Band Festival is a required and graded performance for all band students.
  • SAT. MAR. 16 – State S&E @ Churchill HS – schedule TBD
  • WED. MAR. 20 – Boosters Meeting @ Northville District Library
  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
    • Jazz Ensemble: Report to NHS @ TBA; Performance @ 8:30 PM
    • Students are bussed to and from festival.
    • Instruments are transported on the trailer and bus.
    • Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.
  • MAY 1 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival – details TBA after Districts

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • The Boosters will be meeting on Wednesday, February 21 at 7:30 PM in the Friends Community Room and Wednesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM in the Carlo Meeting Room at the Northville District Library. Any parents are welcome to attend.
  • The next MOD Pizza Fundraiser is on Thursday, February 22. On this day, 25% of proceeds will go to the Boosters to fund our music programs. Use online code MODGIVES25, or mention the fundraiser or show the flyer in-person. We raised over $500 during the last fundraiser!
  • Designate the Boosters to receive donations when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Week of February 12

All students with outstanding band fees were emailed on Sunday, February 4, 2024 with specific fees that are 6 months overdue. These required fees need to be paid via the NHS Band RevTrak as soon as possible. Email Adam after you have done so.

State Solo & Ensemble Festival is at Churchill HS on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Those who earned a 1st Division Rating at District S&E are eligible to register. Registration via the Google Form and paper form with payment to the white mailbox in the band room is due no later than 5:00 PM THIS TUESDAY, February 13, 2024. The performance schedule will be announced after MSBOA compiles registered students.

STATE S&E Info AND Registration – DUE AT 5:00 PM On TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2024

District XII Band Festival is at Wayne Memorial HS on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Symphonic Band 9/10 reports to NHS at 7:00 AM and performs at 9:50 AM. Symphonic Band 11/12 reports to NHS at 9:45 AM and performs at 1:00 PM. Students are bussed to and from festival. Percussion and larger instruments are transported on the trailer/truck. Band Festival is a required and graded performance for all band students.

State Jazz Ensemble Festival is at Royal Oak HS on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Report time at NHS is forthcoming. The performance is at 8:30 PM. Students are bussed to and from festival. Instruments are transported on the trailer and bus. Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12: Jazz Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13: Jazz & SB 9/10 Rehearsals; State S&E Registration Deadline

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 9/10 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • State S&E Registrations are due no later than 5:00 PM.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15: Jazz & SB 11/12 Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16: Half Day & Drumline Sectional

  • Drumline Sectional @ 10:45 – 11:45 AM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • WED. FEB. 21 – Boosters Meeting
  • THU. FEB. 22 – MOD Pizza Fundraiser & Drumline at Talent Show
  • SUN. FEB. 25 – Drumline at First United Methodist Church of Northville
  • SAT. MAR. 9 – District Band Festival @ Wayne Memorial HS
  • SAT. MAR. 16 – State S&E at Churchill HS – SCHEDULE TBD
  • WED. MAR. 20 – Boosters Meeting
  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
  • MAY 1 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • The Boosters will be meeting on Wednesday, February 21 at 7:30 PM in the Friends Community Room and Wednesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM in the Carlo Meeting Room at the Northville District Library. Any parents are welcome to attend.
  • The next MOD Pizza Fundraiser is on Thursday, February 22. On this day, 25% of proceeds will go to the Boosters to fund our music programs. Use online code MODGIVES25, or mention the fundraiser or show the flyer in-person.
  • Designate the Boosters to receive donations when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Archived Announcements

Week of February 5

All students with outstanding band fees have been emailed with the specific fees that are overdue. Please pay these fees via the NHS Band RevTrak as soon as possible and email Adam after you have done so.

The Pre-Festival Concerts are this Tuesday 2/6 and Wednesday 2/7. Visit the links below to purchase tickets and view the program. General Admission for ages 13-64 is $10. Ages 12 and under, 65 and older, and NPS faculty/staff enter free. Middle school parents/families enter free on Tuesday 2/6.

CONCERT TICKETS
POSTER & PROGRAM

District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival is this Saturday 2/10. The performance schedule and information are linked below. If for any reason you are unable to attend your allotted performance time, you must contact Adam as soon as possible. Be sure to refer to the internal map of Livonia Franklin HS to locate your warm-up and performance rooms.

DISTRICT S&E SCHEDULE

MSBOA published the District XII Band Festival schedule on Tuesday 2/6. We perform at Wayne Memorial HS on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Symphonic Band 9/10 reports to NHS at 7:00 AM and performs at 9:50 AM. Symphonic Band 11/12 reports to NHS at 9:45 AM and performs at 1:00 PM. Students are bussed to and from festival. Percussion and larger instruments are transported on the trailer/truck. Band Festival is a required and graded performance for all band students.

MSBOA published the State Jazz Ensemble Festival schedule on Friday 2/9. We perform at Royal Oak HS on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Report time at NHS is forthcoming. The performance is at 8:30 PM. Students are bussed to and from festival. Instruments are transported on the trailer and bus. Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5: Jazz Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6: “A Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 1

  • “A Pre-Festival Celebration” – Concert 1 – PROGRAM
    • Pre-Festival Concert 1 features NHS Symphonic Band 11/12, Mead Mill MS Band 8, and Hillside MS Band 8.
    • Attire: Concert Uniform (Tuxedo)
    • Location: NHS Auditorium
    • Report Time: 6:00 PM
    • Concert: 7:00 PM
    • Tickets: $10 – NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com or cash at the door (free: 12 & under, 65 & older, NPS faculty/staff, and middle school parents/families).

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7: “A Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 2 – Percussion Ensemble rehearses prior to report time

  • “A Pre-Festival Celebration” – Concert 2 – PROGRAM
    • Pre-Festival Concert 2 features NHS Symphonic Band 9/10, Percussion Ensemble, and Jazz Ensemble.
    • Attire: Concert Uniform (see below)
      • SB 9/10: Summer Uniform
      • Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble: Tuxedo
      • NOTE: if you are in Percussion Ensemble and/or Jazz Ensemble in addition to SB 9/10, you will wear the Tuxedo for ALL performances you are in this day.
    • Location: NHS Auditorium
    • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal: 3:30 – 5:00 PM
    • Report Time: 6:00 PM
    • Concert: 7:00 PM
    • Tickets: $10 – NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com or cash at the door (free: 12 & under, 65 & older, and NPS faculty/staff).

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8: Rehearsals Cancelled

  • Jazz Ensemble & Symphonic Band 11/12 Rehearsals cancelled for today.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9: Drumline Sectional

  • Drumline Sectional @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10: District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival

  • Refer to the MSBOA Music Opportunities tab for District S&E information and the performance schedule. You are responsible for transporting yourself and all equipment/materials for your performance.
  • PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE meets in the NHS band room at 1:30 PM in tuxedo to rehearse and load the trailer before traveling to Livonia Franklin HS. Arrival back at NHS after the performance is estimated to be 6:00 PM – refer to the Google Calendar event for the full timeline.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS – Schedule

  • TUES. FEB. 6 – “A Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 1 – BUY TICKETS
  • WED. FEB. 7 – “A Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 2 – BUY TICKETS
  • SAT. FEB. 10 – District S&E at Livonia Franklin HS – INFO & SCHEDULE
  • WED. FEB. 21 – Boosters Meeting
  • THU. FEB. 22 – MOD Pizza Fundraiser & Drumline at Talent Show
  • SUN. FEB. 25 – Drumline at First United Methodist Church of Northville
  • SAT. MAR. 9 – District Band Festival @ Wayne Memorial HS
  • SAT. MAR. 16 – State S&E at Churchill HS – SCHEDULE TBD
  • WED. MAR. 20 – Boosters Meeting
  • THU. APR. 4 – State Jazz Ensemble Festival @ Royal Oak HS
  • MAY 1 – 4 (date TBA) – State Band Festival

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES – Website

  • The Boosters will be meeting on Wednesday, February 21 at 7:30 PM in the Friends Community Room and Wednesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM in the Carlo Meeting Room at the Northville District Library. Any parents are welcome to attend.
  • The next MOD Pizza Fundraiser is on Thursday, February 22. On this day, 25% of proceeds will go to the Boosters to fund our music programs. Use online code MODGIVES25, or mention the fundraiser or show the flyer in-person.
  • Designate the Boosters to receive donations when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies
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Archived Announcements

Week of January 29

After-school rehearsals resume this week.

A few weeks ago, an important Letter from the Directors was sent out. If you have not done so already, take the time to read the letter below this week’s schedule. Additionally, review the scheduled rehearsals, performances, and other events for the remainder of the school year.

NHS Band Schedule

The Pre-Festival Concerts are next Tuesday 2/6 and Wednesday 2/7. Go to Ludus at the link below to purchase tickets. General Admission for ages 13-64 is $10. Ages 12 and under, 65 and older, and NPS faculty/staff are free. Middle school parents/families enter free on Tuesday 2/6.

PRE-FESTIVAL CONCERT TICKETS
POSTER & PROGRAM

District Solo & Ensemble is fast approaching on Saturday 2/10. The performance schedule and information are linked below. If for any reason you are unable to attend your allotted performance time, you must contact Adam as soon as possible.

DISTRICT S&E SCHEDULE

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, JANUARY 29: 2A Final (Semester 1) & Jazz Rehearsal

TUESDAY, JANUARY 30: After-School Rehearsals CANCELLED due to Inclement Weather and Early Release from School at 1:30 PM

  • AFTER-SCHOOL REHEARSALS CANCELLED

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1: Jazz & SB 11/12 Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

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

Letter from the Directors

Dear Band Students & Families,

Here are some reminders for the coming weeks:

  1. This past fall, we had a terrific Marching Band Season and can certainly be proud of that. We are in the process of paying off the expenses incurred when providing a great Band Camp for such a dynamic group. While the Band expenses are partially covered by the NHS Band budget, the portion not covered comes from the Band fees. Those of you who still have not submitted these payments, please submit them as soon as possible through the NHS Band RevTrak. If you are unsure if you have paid, we have a list of those who have paid.
  1. After-school rehearsals for the Symphonic Bands started the week of January 8. These once-a-week rehearsals are from 3:30 – 4:30 PM, with SB 9/10 on Tuesdays and SB 11/12 on Thursdays. Jazz Ensemble will continue to meet Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2:30 – 3:30 PM. These after-school rehearsals will not be held during final exam week (January 22–26).
  1. Mr. Rumbell will be hearing make-ups for those students who missed any of our most recent performances including: The Holiday Lighted Parade, Band-O-Rama, and the two Holiday Concerts with the choir. These make-up sessions will be held during seminar. Parents must insure that the student’s absence is excused per our attendance policy in the Band Packet (Handbook Section E, pg. 5–6).
  1. If you are still in need of a Tuxedo Shirt/Bowtie, Polo, or Marching Shoes, please email Adam as soon as possible at kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org.

We are very excited about our upcoming events, and we are looking forward to more great music-making.

Thank you,

Michael H. Rumbell, Director of Bands

Adam S. Kollipara, Asst. Director & Percussion Inst.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES – NHS Band Schedule

  • TUES. FEB. 6 – “A Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 1 – BUY TICKETS
  • WED. FEB. 7 – “A Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 2 – BUY TICKETS
  • SAT. FEB. 10 – District Solo & Ensemble Festival – INFO & SCHEDULE
  • THU. FEB. 22 – Drumline at Talent Show
  • SUN. FEB. 25 – Drumline at First United Methodist Church of Northville
  • FEB. 29 – MAR. 9 (date TBD) – District Band Festival
  • MAR. 15 – APR. 20 (date TBD) – State Jazz Ensemble Festival
  • SAT. MAR. 16 – State Solo & Ensemble Festival
  • MAY 1 – 4 (date TBD) – State Band Festival

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

  • The next Boosters meeting is on Wednesday, February 21 at 7:00 PM in the Friends Community Room at the Northville District Library. Any parents are welcome to attend.
  • Designate the Boosters to receive donations when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.

ARETHA FRANKLIN MARCHING SHOW SHIRTS

  • Show Shirts can be purchased from Adam – email kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org to order T-shirts ($25), crewnecks ($40), and hoodies ($55).
  • Available inventory:
    • SMALL – 3 t-shirts, 3 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • MEDIUM – 5 t-shirts, 2 crewnecks, 4 hoodies
    • LARGE – 5 t-shirts, 5 crewnecks, 3 hoodies
    • XL – 1 t-shirt, 1 crewneck, 2 hoodies