Category: Archived Announcements

Semester 1 Final Exams are this week. The schedule is linked below. There will be no after-school Jazz Ensemble or Symphonic Band rehearsals this week. Drumline and VIBES will still rehearse on Friday.

Two 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.

The Pre-Festival Concerts are 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 are free.

District Solo & Ensemble is fast approaching. The S&E 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.

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This Week’s Schedule

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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.

2. 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).

3. 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).

4. 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.

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More Announcements

If you have not done so, please read the important Letter from the Directors below this week’s schedule, which was sent out last week.

Take time to review the scheduled rehearsals, performances, and other events for the remainder of the school year. Be sure to mark these dates on your family/personal calendars to avoid any conflicts. See the Band Schedule & Calendar for complete details.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 15: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• NO SCHOOL

TUESDAY, JANUARY 16: No School due to Inclement Weather

• NO SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17: Music Boosters Meeting & No School due to Inclement Weather

• NO SCHOOL
• Music Boosters Meeting @ 7:00 PM in the Carlo Meeting Room at the Northville District Library.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 18: Jazz & SB 11/12 Rehearsals

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

FRIDAY, JANUARY 19: Percussion Ensemble, Drumline, and VIBES Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
• Drumline @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM (Ensemble Room).
• VIBES @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM (Band Room).

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Please read this important 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.

2. 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. There will be no after-school rehearsals during final exam week (January 22–26).

3. 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).

4. If you are still in need of a Tuxedo Shirt/Bowtie, Polo, or Marching Shoes, please email Adam as soon as possible.

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

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An important Letter from the Directors is below this week’s schedule.

Take time to review the scheduled rehearsals, performances, and other events for the remainder of the school year. Be sure to mark these dates on your family/personal calendars to avoid any conflicts. See the Band Schedule & Calendar for complete details.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 8: Jazz Rehearsal

• Jazz Ensemble @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 9: Jazz & SB 9/10 Rehearsals

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

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

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

THURSDAY, JANUARY 11: Jazz & SB 11/12 Rehearsals

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

FRIDAY, JANUARY 12: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

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

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Please read this important Letter from the Directors:

Dear Band Students & Families,

As we start back to school, 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.

2. After-school rehearsals for the Symphonic Bands will start 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. There will be no after-school rehearsals during final exam week (January 22–26).

3. 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).

4. If you are still in need of a Tuxedo Shirt/Bowtie, Polo, or Marching Shoes, please email Adam as soon as possible.

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

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The COMBINED Symphonic Band 9/10 will play on BOTH nights of the “Holiday Harmonies” Concerts on Tuesday, December 19 & Wednesday, December 20 due to unbalanced instrumentation in Symphonic Band 10.

9th & 10th Grade PERCUSSION for “Holiday Harmonies”: Due to the size of the SB 9/10 Percussion Section, 9th Grade Percussionists will perform with SB 9/10 ONLY ON TUESDAY and 10th Grade Percussionists will perform with SB 9/10 ONLY ON WEDNESDAY. See the Percussion tab for your part assignments. All other band members perform both days.

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 18: Jazz Ensemble After-School Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19: “Holiday Harmonies” Concert 1

• “Holiday Harmonies” Concert 1 is on Tuesday, December 19.
• Tickets: $10 at NorthvilleHSChoirs.Ludus.com. All proceeds support the choir program.
• Attire: Concert Uniform – summer uniform (band polo) for all SB 9/10, and tuxedo for SB 11/12.
• Report Times: 5:30 PM (SB 9/10), 6:00 PM (SB 11/12).
• Concert: 7:00 PM (approximately 2 hours).
• Features Symphonic Band 9/10 (with 9th Grade Percussion) performing “Christmas Spectacular,” Symphonic Band 11/12 performing “A Christmas Festival,” Bel Canto, Girls’ Ensemble, Chamber Choir, Chorale, Concert Choir, TrebleMakers, BackBeat, and several Orchestra members.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20: “Holiday Harmonies” Concert 2

• “Holiday Harmonies” Concert 2 is on Wednesday, December 20.
• Tickets: $10 at NorthvilleHSChoirs.Ludus.com. All proceeds support the choir program.
• Attire: Concert Uniform – summer uniform (band polo) for all SB 9/10, and tuxedo for SB 11/12
• Report Times: 5:30 PM (SB 9/10), 6:00 PM (SB 11/12)
• Concert: 7:00 PM (approximately 2 hours)
• Features Symphonic Band 9/10 (with 10th Grade Percussion) performing “Christmas Spectacular,” Symphonic Band 11/12 performing “A Christmas Festival,” Varsity Choir, Chamber Choir, Chorale, Concert Choir, TrebleMakers, BackBeat, and several Orchestra members.
• The NHS Music Boosters Raffle Ticket Drawing will take place tonight. First Prize receives $1500, Second Prize receives $1000, and Third Prize receives $500. Thank you to those who have purchased raffle tickets to support our growing music program at NHS!

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21: Percussion Ensemble Seminar Rehearsal

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

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22: Drumline @ Northville vs. Stevenson Home Hockey Game

• Attire: Drumline Hoodie & NHS Colors/Spiritwear
• Location: Novi Ice Arena – 42400 Nick Lidstrom Drive, Novi, MI 48375
• Perform cadences during the game at 7:30 PM.
• Arrive approximately 30-45 minutes in advance to secure parking and seating.

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Please be advised that the COMBINED Symphonic Band 9/10 will now play on BOTH nights of the Band & Choir Holiday Concerts on Tuesday, December 19 & Wednesday, December 20 due to unbalanced instrumentation in Symphonic Band 10.

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 11: Jazz Ensemble After-School Rehearsal & Final Day of Tuxedo Fitting

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Students in Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, or Percussion Ensemble who did not get fitted for a tuxedo will need to be fitted in the band room @ 2:30 PM.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12: Jazz Ensemble After-School Rehearsal & NHS Music Boosters Meeting

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• The NHS Music Boosters will hold their final meeting of 2023 in the Northville Public Library Carlo Meeting Room at 7:00 PM. Please enroll in Shopping Rewards and purchase Raffle Tickets to support the fine arts at NHS! (see links at the top of this page)

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13: Percussion Ensemble Seminar Rehearsal

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

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14: Jazz Ensemble After-School Rehearsal

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

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15: Percussion Ensemble Seminar Rehearsal

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

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We need parents to sign up on SignUp Genius to help with marching uniform return and tuxedo fitting/distribution! Marching uniform return is on Tuesday, December 5 at 7:30 – 8:30 AM and 2:30 – 4:30 PM. Tuxedo fitting/distribution is during classes on Thursday, December 7 and Friday, December 8.

Please be advised that the COMBINED Symphonic Band 9/10 will now play on BOTH nights of the Band & Choir Holiday Concerts on Tuesday, December 19 & Wednesday, December 20 due to unbalanced instrumentation in Symphonic Band 10.

If you did not pick up your band yard sign at Band-O-Rama, please pick them up from the band room this week. The 4 remaining are currently locked in the guard/uniform room. The second ordering period closes MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 on the NHS Music Boosters’ website.

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 4: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal & Final Day to Order Yard Signs

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• The second ordering period for yard signs closes MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 on the NHS Music Boosters’ website.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal; Marching Uniform Return (ONE DAY ONLY)

• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Marching Uniform Return Instructions:
  • ALL DISTRICT-OWNED PIECES of the marching uniform MUST be returned THIS DAY ONLY at 7:30 – 8:30 AM or 2:30 – 4:30 PM in the band room.
  • If you cannot return your uniform yourself, send it with a friend to return it for you; if it is not returned this day, you are responsible for paying to have the jacket and pants professionally dry cleaned, and it must be returned in the dry cleaner’s plastic bag with receipt in order to be returned – NO EXCEPTIONS!
  • Thank you for your cooperation with this deadline; the company we use for dry cleaning picks up all uniforms in bulk at one time for cleaning.
  • The following district-owned pieces MUST be returned (amount to be paid to NHS Band if not returned):
    • Jacket – $200
    • Bibbers (pants) – $90
    • Shako (hat) – $50
    • Shako Box – $10
    • Plume – $20
    • Plume Holder – $5
    • Black Garment Bag – $10
    • Black Hanger – $5
    • Guard Tunic – $80
  • PARENTS: Go to SignUp Genius to help with marching uniform return, as well as tuxedo fitting & distribution! Tuxedos are for students in Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7: Rehearsals; Tuxedo Fitting & Distribution

• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
• Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Tuxedo fitting/distribution during the school day. PARENTS: Go to SignUp Genius to help with tuxedo fitting & distribution! Tuxedos are for students in Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8: Tuxedo Fitting & Distribution; Percussion Ensemble After-School Rehearsal; Tri-M Winter Concert

• Tuxedo fitting/distribution during the school day. PARENTS: Go to SignUp Genius to help with tuxedo fitting & distribution! Tuxedos are for students in Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble.
• Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM.
• The Tri-M Winter Concert @ 6:00 – 8:00 PM in the NHS Auditorium is FREE and features musicians of the Tri-M Music Honor Society. Click here to visit the NHS Tri-M Website.

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We need parents to sign up here to help with marching uniform return! This will be in the band room on Tuesday, December 5 at 7:30 – 8:30 AM and 2:30 – 4:30 PM.

Please be advised that the COMBINED Symphonic Band 9/10 will now play on BOTH nights of the Band & Choir Holiday Concerts on Tuesday, December 19 & Wednesday, December 20 due to unbalanced instrumentation in Symphonic Band 10.

Tri-M members who participated at the Ward Church Performance on Sunday, November 19 will report 3.5 PERFORMANCE hours (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM) as Tri-M credit.

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27: Seminar/After-School Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
• Jazz Ensemble @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Marching Band @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
• Drumline @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28: After-School Rehearsals

• Jazz Ensemble @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Marching Band @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
• Drumline @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29: Seminar/After-School Rehearsals

• Percussion Ensemble @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
• Jazz Ensemble @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Marching Band @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
• Drumline @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30: After-School Rehearsals

• Jazz Ensemble @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Marching Band @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
• Drumline @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1: Band-O-Rama – Click here for the concert poster & program!

• Attire: Marching Uniform (no gloves or shakos/hats)
• Report Time: 5:00 PM
• Concert: 7:00 PM
  • The Band-O-Rama Concert features Symphonic Band 9/10, Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, Drumline, and a Marching Band finale.
  • Tickets: $10 at NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com or cash at the door (Free Admission: 12 & Under, 65 & Older, NPS Faculty & Staff). All proceeds support the band program.
  • Senior Banners that were on the fence at the football stadium will be available for pickup in the lobby.
  • NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets will be available for purchase in the lobby (see Additional Information below for more details).
  • Aretha Franklin Show Shirts will be available for purchase in the lobby (see Additional Information below for more details).

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Tri-M members who participated at the Ward Church Performance on Sunday, November 19 will report 3.5 PERFORMANCE hours (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM) as Tri-M credit.

We need parents to sign up here to help with marching uniform return in the band room on Tuesday, December 5 at 7:30 – 8:30 AM and 2:30 – 4:30 PM.

Please be advised that the COMBINED Symphonic Band 9/10 will now play on BOTH nights of the Band & Choir Holiday Concerts on Tuesday, December 19 & Wednesday, December 20 due to unbalanced instrumentation in Symphonic Band 10.

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20: After-School Rehearsals

• Jazz Ensemble rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Indoor Marching Band rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
• Drumline sectional @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21: After-School Rehearsals

• Jazz Ensemble rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
• Indoor Marching Band rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
• Drumline –– TAKE DRUMS HOME FOR WEDNESDAY HOCKEY GAME (school will not be open Wednesday for drum pickup).

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22: NO SCHOOL & Drumline at Hockey Game

• NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break
• The Drumline will perform at the Northville vs. Novi Hockey Game at 7:30 PM at the Novi Ice Arena – 42400 Nick Lidstrom Drive, Novi, MI 48375.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23: NO SCHOOL

• NO SCHOOL – Happy Thanksgiving!

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24: NO SCHOOL

• NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

• Jazz Ensemble after-school rehearsal. Meet in the band room at 2:30 – 3:30 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays until Band-O-Rama.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14: Percussion Ensemble Octet & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals; NHS Music Boosters Meeting

• Percussion Ensemble Octet seminar rehearsal. Meet in the band room during 1A Seminar at 7:30 – 8:20 AM. These rehearsals will be announced weekly (based on student vote) and are in preparation for their performance of Sonatine.
• Jazz Ensemble after-school rehearsal. Meet in the band room at 2:30 – 3:30 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays until Band-O-Rama.
• NHS Music Boosters Meeting. The Boosters will meet in the back room at the Northville Sports Den at 7:00 PM.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16: Pep Band Seminar Rehearsal for Ward Church Event & Jazz Ensemble After-School Rehearsal

• Sign-up via the WARD CHURCH GOOGLE FORM. Rehearsal in 1A Seminar on Thursday, November 16 @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM in the band room. We will perform at the end of each morning service on Sunday, November 19 to complement the sermon theme. The performance counts as Tri-M credit.
• Jazz Ensemble after-school rehearsal. Meet in the band room at 2:30 – 3:30 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays until Band-O-Rama.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17: Holiday Lighted Parade

• Attire: Marching Uniform
• Location: Northville District Library Parking Lot (212 W Cady St)
• Band Room Open: 4:00 PM
• Report Time to Library: 5:00 PM
• Parade: 6:30 PM
  • Students report to the Northville Library at 5:00 PM in marching uniform with ALL marching music in addition to “A Christmas Special.”
  • Be sure to wear warms clothes under your uniform, and it’s encouraged to bring hand warmers!
  • The band will march in the parade beginning at 6:30 PM performing “A Christmas Special,” and the band trailer will follow the band in the parade with festive decorations!
  • Visit the Northville Chamber of Commerce website for more information.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19: Pep Band @ Ward Church Event

• Sign-up via the WARD CHURCH GOOGLE FORM.
• Report to the Ward Church main sanctuary at 8:30 AM.
• We perform at the end of each morning service to complement the sermon theme.
• The performance counts as Tri-M credit.

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The Pep Band will not be performing at the away football playoff game vs. Belleville on Saturday 11/11 @ 1:00 PM due to scheduling conflicts. Feel free to attend in the student section to cheer on our team!

GO MUSTANGS!!

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