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Week of March 23

Congratulations on exceptional performances at State Solo & Ensemble Festival! Our Band & Orchestra students earned a total of 32 First Division Ratings and 2 Second Division Ratings! BRAVO!!

MSBOA STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL is THIS WEEK on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.

Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. Performing members are excused from 3B/C-Lunch at 12:30 PM to report to the Band Room.

MSBOA STATE BAND FESTIVAL may be on April 23, 24, or 29 (during the school day) or April 30 – May 2.

Due to host site changes that are beyond our control (determined by schools that volunteer to host at their school, and MSBOA), the possible dates for our State Band Festival have changed since last announced. The directors will announce the date, time, and location as soon as it is released to them by MSBOA.

Below are some college marching band opportunities coming up at UM, EMU, and MSU.

MMB
EMU Drumline
SMB
WSU Woodwinds

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, MARCH 23: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • This is the final rehearsal before State Jazz Festival. All Jazz Ensemble members performing at festival must attend this rehearsal.

TUESDAY, MARCH 24: MSBOA STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL

  • MSBOA State Jazz Festival is Tuesday, March 24. Our Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM.
  • Attire: Tuxedo
  • Location: Bloomfield Hills HS – 4200 Andover Rd, Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302
  • Students Excused from 3B/C-Lunch to Report to Band Room: 12:30 PM
    • Maddie Richard, Alyssa Thornton, Veyda Bagpatia, Noelle Prouty, Moritz Wildemann, Austin Hanold, Sean Reberg, Carter Davis, Matthew Edwards, Chase Fodera, Kenshin Kitamura, Blair Neuwirth, David Selik, Roland Wang, Layla Abu Yasin, Simra Baig, Finn Moore, Adam Selik, Rand Mavrinac, Ashley Gold, Elliott Ryan
  • Performance: 3:30 PM
  • Return to NHS: 5:30 PM (approximately)
  • From NHS, students are bussed to and from festival. All instruments are transported on the bus. Students must ride the bus to festival. Students are responsible for ensuring that the instrument(s)/equipment they use are loaded/unloaded from the bus and safely transported to/from festival. Students may return from festival with parents, but must notify Mr. Kollipara & Mr. Rumbell before leaving. State Jazz Festival is a required and graded performance for Jazz Ensemble members.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26: Pit Orchestra Rehearsal

  • “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
  • MAR. 28-APR. 5 – Spring Break
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • APR. 23-25 – NHS Theatre’s “Into the Woods” Spring Musical Production
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

VOLUNTEERING

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

  • We are in need of volunteers to fill several NHS Music Boosters Board positions for the 2026-27 school year! Positions open are President, Treasurer, Secretary, Website Designer, IT (to help with credit card payments for donations and raffle tickets), and Fundraising. Contact Mr. Kollipara if you are interested in volunteering for one of these positions. Thank you to Carin Lawing and Lora Graentzdoerffer for continuing their position on the Boosters Board!
  • Designate the Boosters to earn money when you shop at Kroger and Busch’s.
  • Parents can attend monthly Boosters meetings. Visit the Boosters Page for the meeting schedule.
  • Visit the Boosters SignUp Genius for opportunities to volunteer and the Boosters Website for more information about the Boosters.

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

  • Contact Mr. Kollipara if you would like to purchase marching band show shirts from previous marching seasons, or any other apparel not currently available to order online from Canton Embroidery.
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Week of March 16

STATE SOLO & ENSEMBLE is on Saturday, March 21 at Novi High School.

Refer to the MSBOA tab for information and the performance schedule.

STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL is on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.

Bus Chaperone SignUp

Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. Performing members are excused from class at 12:30 PM to report to the Band Room. In preparation for State Jazz Festival and other performances throughout the year, Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

Congratulations on 1st Division Ratings at MSBOA District XII Band Festival!

Symphonic Band 9/10 & 11/12 will both perform at MSBOA State Band Festival between April 29 – May 2. The date, times, and location will be announced once they are released by MSBOA to the band directors.

Below are a few college marching band opportunities coming up at UM, EMU, and MSU.

MMB
EMU Drumline
SMB

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, MARCH 16: Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17: Rehearsals, Meads Mill Band 8 Visit

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Meads Mill Band 8 Visit @ 12:30 – 1:45 PM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18: Full Orchestra Meeting

  • Full Orchestra Meeting @ 7:00 – 8:00 PM in the Band Room. See the BAND App for the Zoom option if you cannot attend in-person.
  • Band members who participated in the Sleigh Ride performances at the December Holiday Concerts will attend weekly rehearsals in preparation for the Orchestra’s Spring Concert on Thursday, May 14.
  • See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule. Check the Full Orchestra Group on the BAND App for more information. Contact Dr. Ray-Hepp with any questions.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Rehearsals

  • 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.
  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 21: MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival

  • Information & Schedule
  • Attire: Dressy/”Sunday Best,” Tuxedo, or Band Polo
  • Location: Novi High School – 24062 Taft Rd, Novi, MI 48375
  • You are responsible for transporting yourself, instruments, and music (your copies and original piece/full score with numbered measures). Take everything home on Friday – the Band Room will not be open on Saturday, except for Percussion Ensemble. Arrive early and check-in at your assigned warm-up room at the State S&E site. You will receive guidance from volunteers.
  • Percussion Ensemble: See the Band Google Calendar event for the Percussion Ensemble performance itinerary.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • MAR. 17 – Meads Mill Band 8 Visit
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Novi HS
  • MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • APR. 23-25 – NHS Theatre’s “Into the Woods” Spring Musical Production
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

VOLUNTEERING

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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Week of March 9

Congratulations to Symphonic Band 9/10 & Symphonic Band 11/12 on Superior 1st Division performances at District Band Festival. You are all DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!

STATE SOLO & ENSEMBLE is on Saturday, March 21 at Novi High School.

Refer to the MSBOA tab for the schedule and information.

STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL is on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.

Bus Chaperone SignUp

Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. More details are forthcoming. In preparation for State Jazz Festival and other performances throughout the year, Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, MARCH 9: Rehearsals, Hillside Band 8 Visit

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Hillside Band 8 Visit @ 12:30 – 1:45 PM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10: Rehearsals, Pep Band @ Amerman, Music Boosters Meeting

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • “Into the Woods” Pit Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Pep Band Performance at Amerman Open House @ 5:30 – 6:15 PM. Complete the Pep Band Google Form with your availability if you have not done so already. The Band Room will be open after school until 4:45 PM. Report to Amerman by 5:00 PM.
  • Music Boosters Meeting at 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 12: Music Leadership Workshop (optional)

  • Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM with Dr. Ray-Hepp. These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

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

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • MAR. 9 – Hillside Band 8 Visit
  • MAR. 10 – Pep Band @ Amerman Open House
  • MAR. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 17 – Meads Mill Band 8 Visit
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Novi HS
  • MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • APR. 23-25 – NHS Theatre’s “Into the Woods” Spring Musical Production
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUN. 5 – Pep Band @ Winchester 50th Anniversary Block Party
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

VOLUNTEERING

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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Week of March 2

Please check that you have all of your uniform pieces for your Summer Uniform (SB 9/10) and Tuxedo (SB 11/12) and that they still fit properly. DO NOT wait until late in the week or the day of festival to tell us that you have missing or damaged uniform pieces! Attire is a graded aspect of the festival performance.

Important Festival Announcements!

DISTRICT BAND FESTIVAL is THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 6 at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School.

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Symphonic Band 9/10 performs at 5:50 PM & Symphonic Band 11/12 performs at 7:45 PM. All details are outlined below. Symphonic Band 11/12 rehearses on Monday at 3:30 – 4:30 PM and Symphonic Band 9/10 rehearses on Tuesday at 3:30 – 4:30 PM in preparation for the District Festival performance this Friday.

STATE SOLO & ENSEMBLE is on Saturday, March 21 at Novi High School.

STATE S&E SCHEDULE

The schedule has just been released. Click above to view performance times.

STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL is on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.

Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. More details are forthcoming. In preparation for State Jazz Festival and other performances throughout the year, Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

This Week’s Schedule

SUNDAY, MARCH 1: Drumline @ Northville FUMC

  • Drumline Performance at First United Methodist Church of Northville to perform as the kickoff for Homeless Hospitality Week.
    • Attire: Drumline Hoodie
    • Location: First United Methodist Church of Northville – 777 Eight Mile Rd, Northville, MI 48167
    • Band Room Open: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
    • Report to Northville FUMC: 7:00 PM
    • Performance: 7:15 – 8:00 PM

MONDAY, MARCH 2: Jazz & SB 11/12 Rehearsals

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

TUESDAY, MARCH 3: Jazz & SB 9/10 Rehearsals

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 5: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Rehearsals

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

FRIDAY, MARCH 6: MSBOA DISTRICT XII BAND FESTIVAL

  • MSBOA DISTRICT XII BAND FESTIVAL is Friday, March 6, 2026 at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School. This is a REQUIRED and GRADED performance for ALL band students.
    • Click here to volunteer as a bus chaperone.
    • Attire: Concert Uniform
    • Location: Ypsilanti Lincoln High School – 7425 Willis Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
    • Details: From NHS, students are bussed to and from festival. Students must ride the bus to festival. Percussion and larger instruments are transported via trailer. The trailer will go with SB 9/10 and return with SB 11/12. SB 9/10 brings all percussion instruments that are also needed for SB 11/12. All other instruments are transported via bus. Students are responsible for ensuring that the instrument and equipment they specifically use are loaded and unloaded from the trailer and buses, and safely transported to and from festival. Students may return from festival with parents, but must notify Mr. Kollipara & Mr. Rumbell before leaving. District XII Band Festival is required and graded for all band students.
  • Symphonic Band 9/10:
    • Attire: Summer Uniform – band polo, black dress pants (no jeans or sweatpants), black belt, long crew-length black socks (no logos or designs), and marching shoes
    • Report to NHS Band Room: 2:30 PM
    • Perform at Ypsilanti Lincoln HS: 5:50 PM
    • Return to NHS: 8:00 PM (approximately)
  • Symphonic Band 11/12:
    • Attire: Tuxedo – tux shirt, bowtie, jacket, pants, long crew-length black socks (no logos or designs), and marching shoes
    • Report to NHS Band Room: 4:45 PM
    • Perform at Ypsilanti Lincoln HS: 7:45 PM
    • Return to NHS: 9:50 PM (approximately)

SATURDAY, MARCH 7: Pep Band Performance @ Girls’ Hockey Playoffs Finals

  • Pep Band will perform at the Girls’ Hockey Playoffs Finals Game on Saturday, March 7 since the team won their Wednesday, March 4 game.
  • The Saturday, March 7 game is 12:00 – 2:00 PM at Big Boy Arena (34400 Utica Rd, Fraser, MI 48026). It is approximately a 55-minute drive from NHS. Meet at NHS at 9:45 – 10:30 AM for rehearsal, then drive to the game. It is best to carpool due to the long drive. Food will be provided at the arena before the game.
  • ADDITIONAL UPCOMING EVENT: We have been requested to perform at the Amerman Open House on Tuesday, March 10. The open house is 5:30 – 6:30 PM. The Band Room will be open after school until 4:45 PM for instrument pickup. Report to Amerman at 5:00 PM and we will perform between 5:30 – 6:15 PM. The Band Room will NOT be open after the performance – Mr. Kollipara has another music commitment that he must go to directly after the Amerman performance.
  • Given this information, please complete the Pep Band Google Form to vote whether you can or cannot make these 2 new Pep Band events.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • MAR. 1 – Drumline @ Northville FUMC
  • MAR. 6 – MSBOA District XII Band Festival @ Ypsilanti Lincoln HS
  • MAR. 7 – Pep Band @ Girls’ Hockey Payoffs Finals Game
  • MAR. 9 – Hillside 8th Grade Band Visit
  • MAR. 10 – Pep Band @ Amerman Open House
  • MAR. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 17 – Meads Mill 8th Grade Band Visit
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Novi HS
  • MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY 29 – Drumline @ Winchester Field Day
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

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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Week of February 23

DISTRICT BAND FESTIVAL is on Friday, March 6 at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School.

Symphonic Band 9/10 reports to the NHS Band Room at 2:30 PM in Band Polo, etc., performs at 5:50 PM, and is estimated to return to NHS by 8:00 PM. Symphonic Band 11/12 reports to the NHS Band Room at 4:45 PM in Tuxedo, performs at 7:45 PM, and is estimated to return to NHS by 9:50 PM. In preparation for District Band Festival, Symphonic Band 11/12 rehearses on Mondays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM and Symphonic Band 9/10 rehearses on Tuesdays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

STATE SOLO & ENSEMBLE is on Saturday, March 21 at Novi High School.

The schedule will be posted as soon as it is released by MSBOA.

STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL is on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.

Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. More details are forthcoming. In preparation for State Jazz Festival and other performances throughout the year, Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23: Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12 Festival Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24: Rehearsals

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Symphonic Band 9/10 Festival Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25: Rehearsals

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

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26: Jazz Rehearsal & Drumline @ Talent Show

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Drumline Talent Show Performance @ 7:00 – 9:00 PM. Report @ 6:00 PM for rehearsal. Drumline is the final act of the talent show.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27: Percussion Rehearsal

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

SUNDAY, MARCH 1: Drumline @ Northville FUMC

  • Drumline Performance at the First United Methodist Church of Northville to perform as the kickoff for Homeless Hospitality Week.
    • Attire: Drumline Hoodie
    • Location: First United Methodist Church of Northville – 777 Eight Mile Rd, Northville, MI 48167
    • Band Room Open: 6:15 – 6:45 PM
    • Report to Northville FUMC: 7:00 PM
    • Performance: 7:15 – 8:00 PM

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • FEB. 26 – Drumline @ Talent Show
  • MAR. 1 – Drumline @ Northville FUMC
  • MAR. 6 – MSBOA District XII Band Festival @ Ypsilanti Lincoln HS
  • MAR. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 17 – 8th Grade Band Visit
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Novi HS
  • MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY 29 – Drumline @ Winchester Field Day
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

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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Week of February 16

District Band Festival is on Friday, March 6 at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School.

Symphonic Band 9/10 reports to the NHS Band Room at 2:30 PM in Band Polo, etc., performs at 5:50 PM, and is estimated to return to NHS by 8:00 PM. Symphonic Band 11/12 reports to the NHS Band Room at 4:45 PM in Tuxedo, performs at 7:45 PM, and is estimated to return to NHS by 9:50 PM. In preparation for District Band Festival, Symphonic Band 11/12 rehearses on Mondays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM and Symphonic Band 9/10 rehearses on Tuesdays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

State Solo & Ensemble is on Saturday, March 21 at Novi High School.

The schedule will be posted as soon as it is released by MSBOA.

State Jazz Festival is on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.

Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. More details are forthcoming. In preparation for State Jazz Festival and other performances throughout the year, Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16 – WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18: NO SCHOOL – Midwinter Break & Teacher Professional Development

  • No School due to Midwinter Break (Monday-Tuesday) & Teacher Professional Development (Wednesday).
  • No After-School Rehearsals.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19: Music Leadership Workshop & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

  • Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM with Dr. Ray-Hepp. These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students.
  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 3:30 – 4:15 PM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • FEB. 26 – Drumline @ Talent Show
  • MAR. 6 – MSBOA District XII Band Festival @ Ypsilanti Lincoln HS
  • MAR. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Novi HS
  • MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (except for Jazz Ensemble)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 17 – 8th Grade Band Visit
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY 29 – Drumline @ Winchester Field Day
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band @ Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

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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Week of February 9

Bravo to all of our District Solo & Ensemble participants on excellent performances!

If you received a 1st Division Rating (blue medal), you are eligible to register for State Solo & Ensemble, which takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Novi High School.

Due 2/13: State S&E Registration

The After-School Festival Rehearsal Schedule is below.

Symphonic Band 11/12 rehearses on Mondays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Symphonic Band 9/10 rehearses on Tuesdays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

District Band Festival is on Friday, March 6 at Ypsilanti Lincoln High School.

Symphonic Band 9/10 reports to the NHS Band Room at 2:30 PM in Polo, etc. (you can wear it to school that day!), performs at 5:50 PM, and is estimated to return to NHS by 8:00 PM. Symphonic Band 11/12 reports to the NHS Band Room at 4:45 PM in Tuxedo, performs at 7:45 PM, and is estimated to return to NHS by 9:50 PM.

State Jazz Festival is on Tuesday, March 24 at Bloomfield Hills High School.

Jazz Ensemble performs at 3:30 PM. More details are forthcoming.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9: Drumline Sectional

  • Drumline Sectional @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Jazz Ensemble and Symphonic Band 11/12 After-School Festival Rehearsals are CANCELLED for today. After-school rehearsals will resume Tuesday.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10: Rehearsals & Music Boosters Meeting

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble only if after-school rehearsals are attended. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
  • Symphonic Band 9/10 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Music Boosters Meeting at 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Percussion & Jazz Rehearsals, Drumline Sectional

  • Music Leadership Workshop in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 6:00 – 7:00 AM (before school). These optional workshops held on Thursday mornings are open to all NHS music students, regardless of holding any sort of leadership position in band, choir, or orchestra. These are led by Dr. Ray-Hepp. Please contact her with any questions about these workshops.
  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble only if after-school rehearsals are attended. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 3:30 – 4:15 PM.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13: Pep Assembly Performance; State S&E Registration Deadline; Drumline @ Home Basketball Games

  • Marching Band Performance at Inclusion Week Pep Assembly. Report to Band Room at the beginning of 4th Hour @ 12:00 PM. You are excused entirely from 4th Hour and do NOT need to check in with your 4th Hour teacher. Drumline will play at halftime.
  • State Solo & Ensemble Registration is due by 3:00 PM. You must submit the digital Google Form and complete a paper form turned in with payment to the white mailbox in the Band Room.
  • Drumline Performances at Boys’ & Girls’ Home Basketball Games vs. Novi. Report to Band Room @ 5:30 PM to prepare for Girls’ game @ 6:00 PM and Boys’ game @ 7:30 PM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • FEB. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • FEB. 13 – NHS Unified Pep Assembly (during school)
  • FEB. 13 – Drumline @ Home Basketball Games vs. Novi
  • MAR. 6 – MSBOA District XII Band Festival @ Ypsilanti Lincoln HS
  • MAR. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Novi HS
  • MAR. 24 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival @ Bloomfield Hills HS
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (Jazz Ensemble keeps Tuxedos for summer performances)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY 29 – Drumline at Winchester Elementary Field Day
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band at Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

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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Week of February 2

Bravo to all of our District Solo & Ensemble participants on excellent performances!

If you received a 1st Division Rating (blue medal), you are eligible to register for State Solo & Ensemble, which takes place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Novi High School.

Register for State S&E

Visit Ludus to purchase your Pre-Festival Concert tickets.

Pre-Festival Celebration Concerts are THIS WEEK on Tuesday, February 3 and Wednesday, February 4.

Pre-Festival Tickets

After-School Festival Rehearsals:

Symphonic Band 11/12 rehearses on Mondays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Symphonic Band 9/10 rehearses on Tuesdays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule. District Band & State Jazz Festival performance dates will be announced as soon as MSBOA releases the schedule.

JW Pepper is offering three $10,000 scholarships for future music educators.

The deadline is Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Apply below!

J.W. Pepper Scholarship Application

This Week’s Schedule

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1: Pep Band & Drumline @ Girls’ Senior Night Hockey Game

  • PEP BAND HOCKEY GAME SIGNUP & PARENT CHAPERONING
  • Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
  • Location: Eddie Edgar Ice Arena – 33841 Lyndon, Livonia, MI 48154
  • Band Room Open: 2:45 – 3:45 PM
  • Report to Ice Arena: 4:15 PM, pizza provided @ 4:30 PM
  • Performance: 5:00 – 7:30 PM, beginning with National Anthem

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2: Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble only if after-school rehearsals are attended. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
  • Symphonic Band 11/12 Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3: A “Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 1

  • PRE-FESTIVAL CONCERT 1 features Symphonic Band 11/12, Meads Mill Band 8, and Hillside Band 8.
    • Attire: Concert Uniform – SB 11/12 in Tuxedo
    • Location: NHS Auditorium
    • Report to Band Room: 5:45 PM
    • Concert: 7:00 PM
    • Tickets: $10 – NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com or cash/check to NHS Band at the door

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4: A “Pre-Festival Celebration” Concert 2

  • PRE-FESTIVAL CONCERT 2 features Symphonic Band 9/10, Percussion Ensemble, and Jazz Ensemble.
    • Attire: Concert Uniform – SB 9/10 in Summer Uniform (Polo, etc.); Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble in Tuxedo; SB 9/10 students in Jazz Ensemble wear the Tuxedo for all performances tonight.
    • Location: NHS Auditorium
    • Report to Band Room: 6:00 PM (SB 9/10, Perc. Ens.), 6:45 PM (Jazz)
    • Concert: 7:00 PM
    • Tickets: $10 – NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com or cash/check to NHS Band at the door

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • FEB. 1 – Pep Band & Drumline at Girl’s Hockey Senior Night Game – DETAILS
  • FEB. 3-4 – A “Pre-Festival Celebration” Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS
  • FEB. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • FEB. 13 – NHS Unified Pep Assembly (during school)
  • MAR. 5-14 – MSBOA District XII Band Festival (date TBA by MSBOA)
  • MAR. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 16-APR. 18 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival (date TBA by MSBOA)
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival at Novi HS
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (Jazz Ensemble keeps Tuxedos for summer performances)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY 29 – Drumline at Winchester Elementary Field Day
  • MAY – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band at Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

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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Week of January 26

Visit the Band SignUp Genius and consider volunteering your time.

Pre-Festival Celebration Concerts are coming up in ONE WEEK on Tuesday, February 3 and Wednesday, February 4. We currently only have 5 of 10 ticket & usher volunteer slots filled.

SignUp Genius
Pre-Festival Tickets

After-School Festival Rehearsals:

Symphonic Band 11/12 rehearses on Mondays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Symphonic Band 9/10 rehearses on Tuesdays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule. District Band & State Jazz Festival performance dates will be announced as soon as MSBOA releases the schedule.

From NHS and Hillside, 12 students were selected based on exceptional MSBOA All-State auditions to perform at the 21st Michigan Music Conference (MMC) in the DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids on Saturday, January 24, 2026 to represent music education!

Only 400 out of 4,000+ students who auditioned were selected for the performing ensembles. Congratulations to NHS students Yeeun Kim (flute), Connor Feng (French horn), Caleb Kim (clarinet), Elliot Kim (violin), Madison Koo (violin), Dorathy Tan (cello), Claire Kim (cello), and Hillside students Keegan Shin (flute), Isabella Jiang (flute), Catherine Gong (flute), Nolan Lu (violin), and Emily Sheffer (string bass). Additionally, there were 4 honorable mentions! Congratulations to NHS students Chinmayi Ravikumar (flute) and Yue Jin (violin), and Hillside students Darek Paxton (tuba) and Seoyun Choi (viola).

JW Pepper is offering three $10,000 scholarships for future music educators.

The deadline is Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Apply below!

J.W. Pepper Scholarship Application

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, JANUARY 26: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Professional Development Day

  • No School
  • No After-School Rehearsals

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27: Semester 1 Final Exams

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28: Pep Band Rehearsal

  • Pep Band Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 29: Percussion & Jazz Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble only if after-school rehearsals are attended. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 31: MSBOA District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival

  • Location: Livonia Franklin High School – 31000 Joy Rd, Livonia, MI 48150
  • Attire: Dressy/”Sunday Best,” Tuxedo, or Band Polo
  • Visit the District S&E Event Page for detailed information and the performance schedule.
  • If you require a schedule change due to an unavoidable conflict or cannot attend S&E, email Mr. Kollipara at kolliparaad@northvilleschools.org no later than 12:00 PM on Wednesday, January 28.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1: Pep Band & Drumline @ Girls’ Senior Night Hockey Game

  • PEP BAND HOCKEY GAME SIGNUP & PARENT CHAPERONING
  • Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
  • Location: Eddie Edgar Ice Arena – 33841 Lyndon, Livonia, MI 48154
  • Band Room Open: 2:45 – 3:45 PM
  • Report to Ice Arena: 4:15 PM, pizza provided @ 4:30 PM
  • Performance: 5:00 – 7:30 PM, beginning with National Anthem

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • JAN. 31 – MSBOA District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival – DETAILS
  • FEB. 1 – Pep Band & Drumline at Girl’s Hockey Senior Night Game – DETAILS
  • FEB. 3-4 – A “Pre-Festival Celebration” Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS
  • FEB. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 5-14 – MSBOA District XII Band Festival (date TBA by MSBOA)
  • MAR. 10 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAR. 16-APR. 18 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival (date TBA by MSBOA)
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival
  • APR. 14 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (Jazz Ensemble keeps Tuxedos for summer performances)
  • MAY 12 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • MAY 29 – Drumline at Winchester Elementary Field Day
  • Late-MAY/Early-JUN. – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band at Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

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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Week of January 19

JW Pepper is offering three $10,000 scholarships for future music educators! The deadline is Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Apply below!

JW PEPPER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Visit the Band SignUp Genius and consider volunteering your time!

Pep Band & Drumline Performances at Senior Night Hockey Games are on Saturday, January 24 (Boy’s) and Sunday, February 1 (Girl’s). We currently only have 1 of 4 chaperone slots filled.

Pre-Festival Celebration Concerts are coming up in 2 weeks on Tuesday, February 3 and Wednesday, February 4. We currently only have 5 of 10 ticket & usher volunteer slots filled.

SignUp Genius
Pre-Festival Tickets

After-School District Band Festival Rehearsals:

NO REHEARSALS DURING FINALS WEEK.

Symphonic Band 11/12 rehearses on Mondays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Symphonic Band 9/10 rehearses on Tuesdays at 3:30 – 4:30 PM. Jazz Ensemble rehearses on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

MSBOA District Band & State Jazz Festival:

These dates will be announced as soon as MSBOA releases the schedule to us.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, JANUARY 19: NO SCHOOL – MLK, Jr. Day

  • No School
  • No After-School Rehearsals

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20: Semester 1 Final Exams

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21: Semester 1 Final Exams

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22: Semester 1 Final Exams

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal, Drumline @ Boy’s Hockey Game

  • Final Exam Schedule – Friday exams postponed to Tuesday, January 27 due to inclement weather.
  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 5:30 PM. BAND ROOM OPEN FOR INSTRUMENT PICKUP DURING THIS TIME.
  • Drumline Performance @ 6:45 – 9:15 PM for the Boy’s Home Hockey Game. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 6:15 PM.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24: Pep Band & Drumline @ Boy’s Senior Night Hockey Game, All-State Performances @ Michigan Music Conference

  • Pep Band & Drumline Performance @ Boy’s Hockey Senior Night Game:
    • Rehearsal: 5:00 – 5:45 PM in NHS Band Room. BAND ROOM OPEN FOR INSTRUMENT PICKUP DURING THIS TIME.
    • Attire: Northville Colors & NHS/Band Spirit Wear
    • Location: Novi Ice Arena – 42400 Nick Lidstrom Dr, Novi, MI 48375
    • Report to Novi Ice Arena: 6:00 PM (pizza provided before game)
    • Performance: 6:45 – 9:15 PM (may end earlier depending on gameplay)
    • PEP BAND HOCKEY GAME SIGNUP
    • PARENT CHAPERONING – we need more!
    • Upcoming Rehearsal & Performance:
      • Rehearsal on Wednesday, January 28 @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM in NHS Band Room
      • Performance at Girl’s Hockey Senior Night Game at Eddie Edgar Ice Arena (33841 Lyndon, Livonia, MI 48154) on Sunday, February 1 @ 5:00 – 7:30 PM. Report to Eddie Edgar Ice Arena at 4:15 PM.
  • From NHS and Hillside, 12 students were selected based on exceptional MSBOA All-State auditions to perform at the 21st Michigan Music Conference (MMC) in the DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids on Saturday, January 24, 2026 to represent music education!
    • Only 400 out of 4,000+ students who auditioned are selected for the performing ensembles.
    • Congratulations to NHS students Yeeun Kim (flute), Connor Feng (French horn), Caleb Kim (clarinet), Elliot Kim (violin), Madison Koo (violin), Dorathy Tan (cello), Claire Kim (cello), and Hillside students Keegan Shin (flute), Isabella Jiang (flute), Catherine Gong (flute), Nolan Lu (violin), and Emily Sheffer (string bass).
    • Additionally, there were 4 honorable mentions! Congratulations to NHS students Chinmayi Ravikumar (flute) and Yue Jin (violin), and Hillside students Darek Paxton (tuba) and Seoyun Choi (viola).

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • JAN. 22-24 – Michigan Music Conference (MSBOA All-State Rehearsals & Performances)
  • JAN. 23 – Drumline at Boy’s Hockey Game
  • JAN. 24 – Pep Band & Drumline at Boy’s Hockey Senior Night Game
  • JAN. 31 – MSBOA District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival
  • FEB. 1 – Pep Band & Drumline at Girl’s Hockey Senior Night Game
  • FEB. 3-4 – A “Pre-Festival Celebration” Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS
  • MAR. 3-14 – MSBOA District XII Band Festival (date TBA by MSBOA)
  • MAR. 16-APR. 18 – MSBOA State Jazz Festival (date TBA by MSBOA)
  • MAR. 21 – MSBOA State Solo & Ensemble Festival
  • MAY 4 – Tuxedo Return (Jazz Ensemble keeps Tuxedos for summer performances)
  • MAY 19 – An “All-American” Spring Concert
  • MAY 20 – Band Awards Ceremony & Banquet
  • MAY 25 – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
  • MAY 26-JUN. 1 – Band Leadership Clinics
  • Late-MAY/Early-JUN. – “A Night of Jazz” with the Jazz Ensemble in Northville Town Square (date TBD by City of Northville)
  • MAY 29 – Drumline at Winchester Elementary Field Day
  • MAY 31 – Graduation Band at Class of 2026 Commencement
  • JUN. 2 – Band Leadership Auditions
  • JUN. 3 – Jazz Ensemble @ Cliff Bell’s with the Swing Syndicate Big Band
  • JUL. 4 – Independence Day Parade

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.