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Week of January 12

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 have 0 of 4 chaperones slots filled.

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

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Pre-Festival Tickets

After-School District Band Festival Rehearsals begin this 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 continues to rehearse on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 2:30 – 3:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

MSBOA has not informed us of District Band or State Jazz Festival dates.

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

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, JANUARY 12: Percussion, Jazz, and SB 11/12 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 District Band Festival Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13: Jazz & SB 9/10 Rehearsals

  • 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 District Band Festival Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

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

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15: NO SCHOOL – Inclement Weather (activities below are cancelled)

  • CANCELLED: 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.
  • CANCELLED: 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.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16: Percussion & Pep Band Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:20 – 8:20 AM.
  • Pep Band Rehearsal @ 2:15 – 3:00 PM (due to 2:00 PM early release) in preparation for performances at the Boy’s & Girl’s Senior Night Games.
    • PEP BAND HOCKEY GAME SIGNUP
    • PARENT CHAPERONING
    • Upcoming Rehearsals in Band Room:
      • Saturday, January 24 @ 5:00 – 5:45 PM, then head directly to Novi Ice Arena for
      • Wednesday, January 28 @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM
    • Boy’s Hockey Senior Night Game at Novi Ice Arena (42400 Nick Lidstrom Dr, Novi, MI 48375) on Saturday, January 24 @ 6:45 – 9:15 PM. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 6:00 PM.
    • 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.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • JAN. 12 – After-School Band Festival Rehearsals Begin
  • 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.
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Week of January 5

Happy New Year!

The “Pre-Festival Celebration” Concerts are coming up in less than 1 month, and we currently only have 1 of 10 ticket & usher volunteer spots filled! Visit the Band SignUp Genius and consider volunteering your time.

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Pre-Festival Tickets

After-School District Band Festival Rehearsals will begin next week (Week of January 12). These rehearsal dates will be announced by the end of this week. MSBOA has not informed us of District Band or State Jazz Festival dates. These dates will be announced as soon as they release the schedule to us.

Take a moment to review More Announcements below This Week’s Schedule to see what’s on the docket for the rest of this school year. Please ensure that these dates are on your calendars! A friendly reminder that all rehearsals and performances are required, and any unavoidable conflicts must be emailed to both Mr. Rumbell and Mr. Kollipara at least 30 days in advance.

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, JANUARY 5: Jazz Rehearsal

  • 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.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 6: 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.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 8: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Percussion/Jazz Rehearsals

  • 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.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 9: Pep Band Rehearsal

  • Pep Band Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM in preparation for performances at the Boy’s & Girl’s Senior Night Games.
    • PEP BAND HOCKEY GAME SIGNUP
    • PARENT CHAPERONING – slots will be added soon!
    • Additional Rehearsals in Band Room:
      • Friday, January 16 @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM
      • Saturday, January 24 @ 5:00 – 6:00 PM, then head directly to Novi Ice Arena
      • Wednesday, January 28 @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM
    • Boy’s Hockey Senior Night Game at Novi Ice Arena (42400 Nick Lidstrom Dr, Novi, MI 48375) on Saturday, January 24 @ 6:45 – 9:15 PM. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 6:15 PM.
    • 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 4:30 PM.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10: Drumline @ Boy’s Home Hockey Game

  • Drumline Performance at Boy’s Home Hockey Game @ 4:45 – 7:15 PM. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 4:30 PM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • JAN. 10 – Drumline at Boy’s Hockey Game
  • Week of JAN. 12 – After-School Band Festival Rehearsals Begin (dates TBD by student vote)
  • JAN. 22-24 – MSBOA All-State Performances at Michigan Music Conference
  • 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 Audition
  • 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 December 15

Purchase your “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concert tickets for Tuesday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 17.

Seats are assigned and tickets must be purchased via Ludus.

“PEACE ON EARTH” TICKETS

Volunteer to help with our Band Events, as well as Music Boosters Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, and Orchestra concerts.

Band
Music Boosters

Share Raffle and Sponsorship information with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and any others to help support our Award-Winning Music Department.

Ticket sales close at 11:59 PM on Tuesday, December 16! We ask that each Band Family purchases at least five (5) raffle tickets and considers becoming a sponsor.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship

This Week’s Schedule

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16: “PEACE ON EARTH” HOLIDAY CONCERT 1

  • Attire: Concert Uniform
  • Location: NHS Auditorium
  • Report: 5:30 PM (SB 9/10), 6:00 PM (SB 11/12), 6:30 PM (Full Orchestra)
  • Concert: 7:00 – 9:00 PM (begins with Full Orchestra)
  • Tickets: $10 – NorthvilleHSChoirs.Ludus.com
  • Holiday Concert 1 features Full Orchestra, Symphonic Bands, Choirs, and Orchestra.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17: “PEACE ON EARTH” HOLIDAY CONCERT 2

  • Attire: Concert Uniform
  • Location: NHS Auditorium
  • Report: 5:30 PM (SB 9/10), 6:00 PM (SB 11/12), 6:30 PM (Full Orchestra)
  • Concert: 7:00 – 9:00 PM (begins with Full Orchestra)
  • Tickets: $10 – NorthvilleHSChoirs.Ludus.com
  • Holiday Concert 2 features Full Orchestra, Symphonic Bands, Choirs, and Orchestra.
  • Music Boosters Raffle Drawing: 8:00 PM

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20: Drumline @ Boy’s Home Hockey Game

  • Drumline Performance @ 6:45 – 9:15 PM for the Boy’s Home Hockey Game. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 6:15 PM.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • DEC. 16 & 17 – “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS
  • DEC. 20 – Drumline at Boy’s Home Hockey Game
  • Week of JAN. 5 – After-School Band Festival Rehearsals Begin (dates TBD by student vote)
  • JAN. 22-24 – MSBOA All-State Performances at Michigan Music Conference
  • JAN. 31 – MSBOA District XII Solo & Ensemble Festival
  • FEB. 3-4 – A “Pre-Festival Celebration” Concerts 1 & 2
  • 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
  • MAY/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 Audition
  • 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 December 8

MARCHING UNIFORM RETURN IS THIS WEEK ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9…ONE DAY ONLY!

See details in this week’s schedule below.

Purchase your “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concert tickets for Tuesday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 17.

Seats are assigned and tickets must be purchased via Ludus.

“PEACE ON EARTH” TICKETS

Volunteer to help with our Band Events, as well as Music Boosters Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, and Orchestra concerts.

We are have a few slots open for uniform volunteers on Tuesday, December 9 and Wednesday, December 10. Check the Band SignUp Genius below to volunteer.

Band
Music Boosters

Share Raffle and Sponsorship information with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and any others to help support our Award-Winning Music Department.

We ask that each Band Family purchases at least five (5) NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and considers becoming a sponsor.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, DECEMBER 8: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

  • 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.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9: Marching Uniform Return (ONE DAY ONLY!), Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution, Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal, Music Boosters Meeting

  • Marching Uniform Return @ 7:30 – 8:30 AM and 2:20 – 4:00 PM.
    • KEEP: Polos, Tuxedo Shirts & Bowties, Gloves, Marching Shoes. These are STUDENT-OWNED articles that are used from year to year. Email Mr. Kollipara if you need replacements.
    • RETURN: Jacket ($200), Bibbers ($90), Shako ($50), Shako Box ($10), Plume ($20), Plume Holder ($5), Black Hanger ($5), Garment Bag ($10), Color Guard Tunic ($80). Replacement fees are listed for each article if not returned. These are DISTRICT-OWNED articles that are redistributed each marching season.
    • ALL STUDENTS MUST RETURN ALL DISTRICT-OWNED MARCHING UNIFORM ARTICLES THIS DAY ONLY.
    • If you are unable to return your uniform on this day, you must send your uniform with a fellow bandmate to turn it in for you.
    • If your uniform is not turned in during these times, are responsible for personally paying for dry cleaning fees and/or paying to replace missing or paying to repair damaged articles. NO EXCEPTIONS.
    • SENIORS: Any missing articles or unpaid fees for missing/damaged articles will result in your graduation cap, gown, and diploma being held. You will be unable to participate in the graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 31, 2026 if articles are not returned or fees are not paid.
  • Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution during 4A Symphonic Band 11/12 class.
  • 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.
  • Music Boosters Meeting at 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10: NO SCHOOL – Inclement Weather

  • NO SCHOOL due to inclement weather. Today’s Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution and Full Orchestra Rehearsal have been rescheduled to this Friday.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11: Music Leadership Workshop (optional), Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

  • 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 Mrs. Ray-Hepp. Please contact her with any questions about these workshops.
  • 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.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12: Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution, Full Orchestra Rehearsal, Drumline @ Boy’s Home Hockey Game

  • Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution during 3B Symphonic Band 11/12 class.
  • Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:30 PM. Note the extended time since this is the final rehearsal before the Holiday Concerts. These rehearsals are only for Symphony Orchestra and select Winds/Percussion from Band, and are required rehearsals for these members (see roster posted outside Band Room).
  • Drumline Performance @ 5:00 – 7:30 PM for the Boy’s Home Hockey Game. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 4:30 PM.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • DEC. 9 – Marching Uniform Return, Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution, Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • DEC. 10 – Tuxedo Fittings & Distribution
  • DEC. 16 & 17 – “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS

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 December 1

Purchase your Band-O-Rama tickets for this Friday, December 5.

BAND-O-RAMA Tickets

Purchase your “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concert tickets for Tuesday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 17.

“PEACE ON EARTH” TICKETS

Volunteer to help with our Band Events, as well as Music Boosters Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, and Orchestra concerts.

We are in immediate need of Tuxedo fitting volunteers for Wednesday, December 9 and Thursday, December 10 during the school day! Check the Band SignUp Genius below to volunteer.

Band
Music Boosters

Share Raffle and Sponsorship information with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and any others to help support our Award-Winning Music Department.

We ask that each Band Family purchases at least five (5) NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and considers becoming a sponsor.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, DECEMBER 1: Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:15 – 8:15 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.
  • Band-O-Rama Indoor Marching Band Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2: Rehearsals

  • 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.
  • Band-O-Rama Indoor Marching Band Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3: Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:15 – 8:15 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.
  • Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM. These rehearsals are only for Symphony Orchestra and select Winds/Percussion from Band, and are required rehearsals for these members (see roster posted outside Band Room).
    • NOTE FOR 12/3: We will start with strings and non-jazz at 3:00 PM, ALL from 3:15 – 3:45 PM, and strings alone from 3:45 – 4:00 PM.
  • Band-O-Rama Indoor Marching Band Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4: Rehearsals

  • 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.
  • Band-O-Rama Indoor Marching Band Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal & BAND-O-RAMA

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:15 – 8:15 AM.
  • BAND-O-RAMA @ 7:00 – 9:45 PM, with a 6:30 PM Percussion Ensemble Prelude.
    • Attire: Marching Uniform (no gloves, shakos, or section hats)
    • Location: NHS Auditorium
    • Report: 5:00 PM (full marching band rehearsal and group photos)
      • After the full marching band rehearsal, photos for each group (except for full marching band) will take place on the stage. Thank you, Jen Prouty!
    • Doors Open: 6:15 PM
    • Percussion Ensemble Prelude: 6:30 PM
    • Concert: 7:00 – 9:45 PM
    • Tickets: $10 @ NorthvilleHSBands.Ludus.com or cash/check at the door (free: 12&under, 65&older, NPS faculty/staff)
    • This concert features the Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Band 9/10, Symphonic Band 11/12, Jazz Ensemble, Drumline, and a Marching Band finale.
    • NOTE: We need to clear all of our equipment from the stage and backstage after the concert due to events on the stage over the weekend.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • DEC. 5 – Band-O-Rama – TICKETS
  • DEC. 9 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • DEC. 16 & 17 – “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS

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 November 24

Purchase your Band-O-Rama tickets for Friday, December 5.

BAND-O-RAMA Tickets

Purchase your “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concert tickets for Tuesday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 17.

“PEACE ON EARTH” TICKETS

Volunteer to help with our Band Events, as well as Music Boosters Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Tri-M concerts.

We are in immediate need of Tuxedo fitting volunteers for Wednesday, December 9 and Thursday, December 10 during the school day! Check the Band SignUp Genius below to volunteer.

Band
Music Boosters

Share Raffle and Sponsorship information with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and any others to help support our Award-Winning Music Department.

We ask that each Band Family purchases at least five (5) NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and considers becoming a sponsor.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24: Seminar & After-School Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:15 – 8:15 AM.
  • NO AFTER-SCHOOL JAZZ TODAY.
  • Drumline Sectional @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM.
  • Band-O-Rama Indoor Marching Band Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25: After-School Rehearsals; Tri-M Winter Concert; Drumline at Hockey Game

  • 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.
  • Band-O-Rama Indoor Marching Band Rehearsal @ 3:30 – 4:30 PM.
  • Tri-M Winter Concert @ 7:00 – 8:00 PM in NHS Auditorium.
  • Drumline Performance @ 7:30 – 9:30 PM for the Boy’s Home Hockey Game vs. Novi. Report to Novi Ice Arena at 7:00 PM. Pizza and jerseys provided, courtesy of our team!

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26 – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28: Thanksgiving Break – No School

  • Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
  • Spread the word to your family members about supporting our award-winning music department by purchasing Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and considering sponsorship!

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • DEC. 5 – Band-O-Rama – TICKETS
  • DEC. 9 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • DEC. 16 & 17 – “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concerts 1 & 2 – TICKETS

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 November 17

The Holiday Lighted Parade is this Friday, November 21.

Holiday Lighted Parade

Tickets sales for Band-O-Rama on Friday, December 5 are live on Ludus.

BAND-O-RAMA Tickets

Congratulations to Connor Feng, Caleb Kim, and Yeeun Kim on their placement into the All-State Ensembles! Congratulations to Chinmayi Ravikumar on her All-State Honorable Mention!

Volunteer to help with our Band Events, as well as Music Boosters Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Tri-M concerts.

We are in immediate need of Tuxedo fitting volunteers for Wednesday, December 9 and Thursday, December 10 during the school day! Check the Band SignUp Genius below to volunteer.

Band
Music Boosters

We ask that each Band Family purchases at least five (5) NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and considers becoming a sponsor. Please share Raffle and Sponsorship information with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and any others to help support our Award-Winning Music Department.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18: Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 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 if attending after-school rehearsals. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19: Full Orchestra Rehearsal

  • Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM in Band Room. These rehearsals are only for Symphony Orchestra and select Winds/Percussion from Band, and are required rehearsals for these members (see roster posted outside Band Room).

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20: Music Leadership Workshop (optional); Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

  • 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 Mrs. Ray-Hepp. Please contact her with any questions about these workshops.
  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 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 if attending after-school rehearsals. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21: Holiday Lighted Parade

  • Parade Route & Information
  • The Band performs A Christmas Special while marching the parade. BRING ALL MARCHING MUSIC since it will be played as warm-up music prior to the parade.
  • Attire: Marching Uniform
    • Jacket, bibbers, gloves, shako & plume (section hats for Sousas & Front Ensemble), long crew-length black socks, marching shoes.
    • Wear warm clothing under your uniform. Do not wear hoodies or other clothing that is visible under the uniform (e.g. jeans that are too long, etc…). Hand warmers are a good idea.
  • Band Room Open: 4:00 PM
  • Report to NORTHVILLE ART HOUSE Parking Lot: 5:30 PM
  • Parade: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
  • Drumline: Take drums home after the parade to use for Saturday’s performance.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22: Drumline @ LLEC Santa 5K Run/Walk

  • The Drumline will perform for the Living & Learning Enrichment Center’s Santa 5K Walk/Run.
  • Attire: WARM CLOTHING with Drumline Hoodie & Band/NHS Apparel
  • Location: Northville Farmer’s Market – 550 W Seven Mile Rd, Northville, MI 48167 (directly across the street from Custard Time)
  • Report: 9:30 AM
  • Perform: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • NOV. 21 – Holiday Lighted Parade – ROUTE
  • DEC. 5 – Band-O-Rama – TICKETS
  • DEC. 11 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • DEC. 16 – “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concert 1 – TICKETS
  • DEC. 17 – “Peace on Earth” Holiday Concert 2 – TICKETS

VOLUNTEERING

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

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

Week of November 10

The Holiday Lighted Parade is coming up soon on Friday, November 21. The route is linked below. Band-O-Rama ticket sales are live on our Ludus page. Get your tickets now for this concert that features our Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Bands, Jazz Ensemble, Drumline, and Marching Band on Friday, December 5.

Holiday Lighted Parade
BAND-O-RAMA

We ask that each band family purchases at least five (5) NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and considers becoming a sponsor. Please share Raffle and Sponsorship information with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and any others to help support our Award-Winning Music Department.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship

Volunteer to help with our Band Events and Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Tri-M concerts.

BAND Events
Music Boosters

Check out the photos from our Homecoming performances and Senior Night Ceremony.

Band Photo Gallery

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

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

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal

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

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12: Percussion Ensemble & Full Orchestra Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM.
  • Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM in Band Room. This rehearsal is only for Symphony Orchestra and select Winds/Percussion from Band.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13: Music Leadership Workshop (optional); Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal; Music Boosters Meeting

  • 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 Mrs. Ray-Hepp. Please contact her with any questions about these workshops.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble if attending after-school rehearsals. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
  • Music Boosters Monthly Meeting in the Orchestra/Ensemble Room 132 @ 7:00 PM. Band, Choir, and Orchestra parents are encouraged to attend these meetings.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • NOV. 13 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • NOV. 21 – Holiday Lighted Parade – ROUTE
  • DEC. 5 – Band-O-Rama – TICKETS
  • DEC. 11 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • DEC. 16 – “Peace on Earth: Holidays Around the World” Concert 1
  • DEC. 17 – “Peace on Earth: Holidays Around the World” Concert 2

VOLUNTEERING

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

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

Week of November 3

We ask that each band family purchases at least 5 NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and consider becoming a sponsor. Please share the raffle and sponsorship information with friends and family to help support our Music Department.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship

Volunteer to help with our Band Events and Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Tri-M concerts.

BAND Events
Music Boosters

See photos from our Homecoming performances and Senior Night Ceremony below.

marching band
drumline
Senior Night – Track
Senior Night – Center Field

This Week’s Schedule

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3: Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal & Drumline at Powderpuff

  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble if attending after-school rehearsals. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.
  • Drumline Powderpuff Game Performance @ 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Report to 8 Mile “Sports Den” Stadium @ 5:30 PM with drums. Return drums to NHS on Wednesday.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4: NO SCHOOL

  • NO SCHOOL – Teacher Professional Development.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5: Full Orchestra Rehearsal

  • Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM in Band Room. This rehearsal is only for Symphony Orchestra and select Winds/Percussion from Band.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6: Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 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 if attending after-school rehearsals. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7: Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal

  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 4:00 PM.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • NOV. 13 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • NOV. 21 – Holiday Lighted Parade
  • DEC. 5 – Band-O-Rama
  • DEC. 11 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • DEC. 16 – “Peace on Earth: Holidays Around the World” Concert 1
  • DEC. 17 – “Peace on Earth: Holidays Around the World” Concert 2

VOLUNTEERING

NHS MUSIC BOOSTERS OPPORTUNITIES

BAND SPIRIT WEAR

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

Week of October 27

We ask that each band family purchases at least 5 NHS Music Boosters Raffle Tickets and consider becoming a sponsor. Please share the raffle and sponsorship information with friends and family to help support our Music Department! Volunteer to help with our Band Events and Raffle Ticket sales at Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Tri-M concerts.

Raffle Tickets
Sponsorship
BAND volunteering
BOOSTERS volunteering

Thank you to Jen Prouty and Noah Bayma for taking photos at our Homecoming performances and Senior Night Ceremony!

marching band
drumline
Senior Night

This Week’s Schedule

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28: Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

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

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29: Full Orchestra & Percussion Ensemble Rehearsals

  • Full Orchestra Rehearsal @ 3:00 – 4:00 PM in Band Room. This rehearsal is only for Symphony Orchestra and select Winds/Percussion from Band.
  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 4:00 – 5:30 PM in Band Room. This rehearsal is only for the octet that will perform at Solo & Ensemble.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30: Music Leadership Workshop (optional); Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

  • 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 Mrs. Ray-Hepp. Please contact her with any questions about these workshops.
  • Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal @ 7:30 – 8:20 AM. This rehearsal is only for the octet that will perform at Solo & Ensemble.
  • Jazz Ensemble Rehearsal @ 2:30 – 3:30 PM. Students not enrolled in 1B Jazz Ensemble are welcome to perform with Jazz Ensemble if attending after-school rehearsals. See the Band Calendar for the full rehearsal schedule.

More Announcements

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

  • NOV. 13 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • NOV. 21 – Holiday Lighted Parade
  • DEC. 5 – Band-O-Rama
  • DEC. 11 – Music Boosters Monthly Meeting
  • DEC. 16 – “Peace on Earth: Holidays Around the World” Concert 1
  • DEC. 17 – “Peace on Earth: Holidays Around the World” Concert 2

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.