NBN - Week of Dec. 8th

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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NBN - Week of Dec. 1st

Hello Band Families!

Welcome back! After what was a break to rest, recharge, and spend some time with family!

We are now in our 3-week push before winter break! It is an exciting few weeks, and will be super fun, fulfilling, and fast-paced!

Here is the breakdown of events this week:

Monday, 12/1

Holiday Collage Tickets go on sale at http://pndrama.ludus.com/

Please share the Facebook Event as well!

Tuesday, 12/2

Mr. Dave Rogers is in to work with HS Bands! During 3rd-5th Hours (In-Class)

Indoor Percussion Placements: 6-9 pm

Wednesday, 12/3

Jazz Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm

Indoor Percussion Placements: 6-9 pm

North Middle School Band Concert, 7 pm

Thursday, 12/4

Indoor Percussion Placements: 6-9 pm

Registration Due for Indoor Percussion! Please use THIS link for the registration

Full Indoor Percussion overview can be found at THIS link.

Following Week…

Monday, 12/8

Jazz Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm

Tuesday, 12/9

Holiday Collage Dress Rehearsal, 3-6 pm

Wednesday, 12/10

Holiday Collage Dress Rehearsal, 3-6 pm

Friday, 12/12

Holiday Collage Performance No. 1: 7 pm

Call Time - 6:45 pm: Door 12

Saturday, 12/14

Holiday Collage Performance No. 2: 7 pm

Call Time - 6:45 pm: Door 12

Attire for Holiday Collage is Concert Black:

From PNHS Bands Syllabus:

To maintain a professional, unified appearance, all students are required to wear concert black at performances. Clothing must be modest and not draw attention to the individual.

Guidelines:

Plain, solid black clothing (no patterns).
Black dress pants/slacks or black dress/skirt (long to mid-calf). No leggings, jeans, or sweatpants.
Black dress shirt/blouse with sleeves. No T-shirts, short sleeves, or sleeveless tops.
Black socks or tights
Black closed-toe dress shoes. No sneakers, flip-flops, or open-toe shoes.
Minimal jewelry; no low-cut necklines or midriffs
Ties and jackets are optional, but encouraged

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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Northern Bands Newsletter - Nov. 24th, 2025

Hello Band Families!

I hope you all have a wonderful, restful, and great holiday break! Take a moment to reflect on gratitude for those who support you, and remind someone that you are thankful for them, and their impact on you!

I am thankful for the opportunity to work with these students, and support thing great community here in Portage!

Events for this week:

Monday, 11/24

Jazz Band - 2:50-4:30

Solo & Ensemble Money due (Silver Box)

Butter Braids order forms due (Silver Box)

Tuesday, 11/25

PPS Upgrade Night @ CHS Commons: 6-8pm

ENJOY THE BREAK!

The PPS Instrument Upgrade Event is happening TUESDAY, November 25th! RSVP NOW to let us know when you’ll be there!

We have been working closely with Marshall Music to put together this event for families interested in an upgrade for their student, but unsure of where to start. Here is a short video that explains what you can expect at the event. Then the BIG EVENT will be happening on TUESDAY, November 25th, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm in the Portage Central High School Commons. This is where Marshall Music will be bringing in both intermediate and professional level instruments, upgraded mouthpieces, and other equipment for students to try–and will have representatives on hand to answer questions! Students and families attending this event should enter from Westnedge Ave, and park in the bus drop off parking lot next to the Stable and enter through Central High School door #35, which faces Central Middle School!

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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NBN - Nov. 17th, 2025

Hello Band Families!

Let's have a great week!

Events for this week:

Monday, 11/17

Indoor Percussion Clinic, Enter through door 13, 6-9pm

Tuesday, 11/18

Holiday Collage Auditions (For students who have signed up!), 3-7:30pm

Wednesday, 11/19

Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30pm

Marching Band Banquet, Auditorium, 7pm

Friday, 11/21

Instrument Upgrade Petting Zoo, During Band Classes

Instrument Upgrade Night - The PPS Instrument Upgrade Event is happening TUESDAY, November 25th! RSVP NOW to let us know when you’ll be there!

We have been working closely with Marshall Music to put together this event for families interested in an upgrade for their student, but unsure of where to start. Then the BIG EVENT will be happening on TUESDAY, November 25th, 2025 from 6pm to 8pm in the Portage Central High School Commons. This is where Marshall Music will be bringing in both intermediate and professional level instruments, upgraded mouthpieces, and other equipment for students to try–and will have representatives on hand to answer questions! Students and families attending this event should enter from Westnedge Ave, and park in the bus drop off parking lot next to the Stable and enter through Central High School door #35, which faces Central Middle School!

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES (Outside of School!)

The Portage Northern Indoor Percussion Ensemble (PNIPE) schedule & sign-up are now open to ALL PN Band students, grades 8-12. Please see the link below for the full calendar, and sign up!

More information/registration: KJSO Prep Winds!

Kalamazoo Junior Symphony Orchestra Prep Winds is a GREAT opportunity for Wind players to perform with others and perform standard orchestral repertoire, this is a training group for the KJSO, and a great way to play more outside of school!

Auditions are on December 6th.

FUNDRAISERS!

Butter Braids Sale - Butter Braids sale is now open until November 24th! Please share the link below, proceeds go directly to the student's account!

Order forms are also available in the Band Room. Please see Mr. Mufarreh!

https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/5a2a1d9e-ad13-4752-ab2d-50739c33ffd2

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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NBN, Week of Nov. 10

Hello Band Families!

Thank you to all who make the 2025 PN Huskie Holiday Craft Show a success! Save the date for next year, November 14th, 2026 :)

Events for this week!

Tuesday, 11/11

Parent Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, 11/12

Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30pm

Portage Northern Band Booster Meeting, 7pm

Thursday, 11/13

Parent Teacher Conferences

Indoor Percussion Drumming Clinic, 6-9pm

We need YOU (Parents & Families)

No matter if you are a freshman parent, senior parent, or in-between, we need YOU! It takes a village to run a band program, and none of this would be possible without our incredible parent volunteers.

Our next PNBB (Portage Northern Band Booster), meeting this week, Wednesday at 7pm in Room B (room adjacent to the Band Room!)

Instrument Upgrade Night

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES (Outside of School!)

The Portage Northern Indoor Percussion Ensemble (PNIPE) schedule & sign-up are now open to ALL PN Band students, grades 8-12. Please see the link below for the full calendar, and sign up!

Cyclone Winds Information/Registration

Cyclone Winds (Indoor Marching Winds) is hosting auditions at Plainwell High School on Sunday 11/16 from 10 am-4 pm at Plainwell HS!

Auditions are on December 6th.

More information/registration: KJSO Prep Winds!

FUNDRAISERS!

Butter Braids Sale - Butter Braids sale is now open until November 24th! Please share the link below, proceeds go directly to the student's account!

Order forms are also available in the Band Room. Please see Mr. Mufarreh!

https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/5a2a1d9e-ad13-4752-ab2d-50739c33ffd2

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

William Mufarreh 11/3/25 William Mufarreh 11/3/25

NBN - Week of Nov. 3

Hello Band Families!

PNMB UPDATES

Congratulations, PNMB members, on a JOB WELL DONE at the MCBA State Championships! The improvement and growth you demonstrated throughout the season were incredible, and we are so proud! It truly takes a village to make a marching band happen, from the amazing chaperones, volunteers, prop builders, bus drivers, trailer drivers, designers, and instructors, the list could honestly go on.

Some folks may feel disappointed in the result, and I can understand. It is challenging when we put objective measures on a subjective art form. Please know that the students had their BEST run on Saturday, and the feeling of watching those students smile, high five, hug, and acknowledge that they had their best run, was remarkable to watch, and NOTHING, no result, no judges, no number, can EVER take away from that feeling. In 5 years, 10 years, you won’t remember the result, but just how you felt, and the fantastic people you were around!

Thank you all for a fantastic year. I am already so excited for the next one! Thank you to the class of 2026 for a great show. Your leadership and legacy will be one for the books!

We will wrap up the marching band season at our PNMB Banquet on Wednesday, November 19th, at 7 pm in the NHS Auditorium!

PN CONCERT BAND UPDATES

Looking to level up your playing? Portage Band programs are hosting an Instrument Upgrade Night for ALL PPS Band Members. It will be held on TUESDAY, November 25th, 2025, from 6 pm to 8 pm in the Portage Central High School Commons. This is where Marshall Music will be bringing in the instruments, mouthpieces, and other equipment for students to try–and will have representatives on hand for those interested in upgrading their current rental, buying a new mouthpiece, or some accessories for their current instrument!

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES (Outside of School!)

The Portage Northern Indoor Percussion Ensemble (PNIPE) schedule & sign-up are now open to ALL PN Band students, grades 8-12. Please see the link below for the full calendar, and sign up!

More information/registration: KJSO Prep Winds!

Cyclone Winds (Indoor Marching Winds) is hosting auditions at Plainwell High School on Sunday, 11/9, and 11/16 from 10 am-4 pm at Plainwell HS!
Cyclone Winds Information/Registration

Auditions are on December 6th.

FUNDRAISERS!

Pita Way Dine & Donate is on Friday, November 7th, from 4-9 pm!

PN Bands Craft Show this Saturday, November 8th, in the Dog House from 10 am-3 pm!

We still need volunteers for the craft show to ensure this event runs as smoothly as POSSIBLE.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAEA72AA2FAC70-59771594-2025#/

Butter Braids Sale - Butter Braids sale is now open until November 24th! Please share the link below, proceeds go directly to student's account!

Order forms are also available in the Band Room. Please see Mr. Mufarreh!

https://store.myfundraisingplace.com/5a2a1d9e-ad13-4752-ab2d-50739c33ffd2

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

PNMB Week of 10.27-11.1 CHAMPIONSHIP WEEK (CLICK HERE)

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NBN - Week of Oct. 27th

Hello Band Families!

PNMB UPDATES

It is now CHAMPIONSHIPS WEEK! Very proud of our PNMB for a job well done at the MCBA Prelims competition! They placed 8th in Flight II and 3rd in percussion!

The PNMB will perform at 11:28 am at the MCBA State Championships at Ford Field! See below for ALL of the details!

PNMB Senior Night Recognition is October 27th, 2025

Senior Parents/Members, here are all of the details for Monday!

Arrive by 7 pm to meet your senior, senior recognition begins at 7:15 pm
Please meet on the track at the gate on the SOUTH end of the home bleachers.
You will walk with your senior down the track as their blurb is read!
After, you will take a picture with the directors as a keepsake to be given at the Band banquet!

PN CONCERT BAND UPDATES

Sign-up for PNHS Jazz Band closes Wednesday!

PNHS Jazz Band Calendar!

First rehearsal is in the NHS Band Room on November 5th, 2:50-4:30 pm

The Portage Northern Indoor Percussion Ensemble (PNIPE), schedule & sign-up is up, and is open to ALL PN Band students, grades 8-12. Please see the link below for the full calendar, and sign up!

PN Bands Craft Show is coming up the week after state finals on Saturday, November 8th, in the Dog House from 10 am-3 pm!

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PNMB Handbook

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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No. 3 - Northern Bands Newsletter - Oct. 6th, 2025

Northern Bands Newsletter - Oct 6th, 2025

Hello PN Band Families!

Thank you all for making last week’s homecoming game, Football Frenzy, and Middle School Band Night a HUGE SUCCESS! I realize it was a PACKED day, but I could not be more proud of each student's commitment and endurance to show up for each event fully, and be present and engaged the whole time!

Penny wars for PNMB are starting this week! Start saving your pennies/change!

PNMB Updates:

Monday, 10/6

Full Company, 6-9

Wednesday, 10/8

Full Company, 6-9

Friday, 10/10

PN/PC Game AT PORTAGE CENTRAL (No Band responsibilities, so support our Huskie Athletes!)

Saturday, 10/11

Super Saturday Rehearsal, 9am-2pm

Lunch will be provided!

PN Concert Bands Update:

Thursday, 10/16

Wind Ensemble & NMS 7th/8th Grade Band Concert, 7pm

WE Call Time, 6:45pm

Have a great week, Northern Bands!

Mr. Mufarreh

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PNMB Handbook

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

https://themcba.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=25&Itemid=119

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No. 2 - Northern Bands Newsletter - Sept 24 2025

Hello PN Band Families!

Phew, we have made it through the first couple of weeks! Most of the PNMB Updates have been shared via the BAND App, but there is enough information going on to justify a newsletter!

PNMB Updates:

We are excited for our first invitational at Jenison High School this Saturday, September 27th! This is our first MCBA (Michigan Competing Bands Association) event, meaning that there are a LOT of participating bands. Check out the full MCBA Schedule below!

Below is the full PNMB schedule of events for the day!

JENISON INVITATIONAL SCHEDULE

Saturday, 9/27

Jenison Invitational - Schedule Above!

For families taking their members home from Jenison, we will need a parent release, they will be available during Wednesday rehearsal to be signed in advance, or from chaperones directly @ Jension

Monday, 9/29

Full Company (Rehearsals are Monday/Wednesday, Full Company moving forward!)

Tuesday, 9/30,

Red Robin Dine & Donate, ALL DAY

Wednesday, 10/1

Full Company (Middle School Band Night Rehearsal, 6-7:30pm)

Friday, 10/3

WOODTV 8 Football Frenzy Tailgate, 5:45 AM (this is NOT a typo)

This is a super exciting opportunity to showcase Portage Northern! The event is a televised Pep Rally featuring the PNMB, Student Senate, Football Team, and much more. Planning is still underway, but here’s what you need to know for now:

We know it’s early and will be a long day—please use your best discretion.
Attire: PNMB undershirt (black) with your choice of bottoms (jeans, leggings, etc.).
This video gives you an idea of what this looks like! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puRD-sKtdvE

Friday, 10/3

Homecoming Football Game:

5:30 PM Call-Time to courtyard in Full Uniform

6pm Homecoming Parade!!

7pm Kick-Off

PN Concert Bands Update:

While a majority of our time has been spent on marching band music and materials, the Wind Ensemble has been preparing for their Fall Concert on October 16th with the NMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands!

Looking around, there are still students missing some required materials!

A pencil & music binder (BLACK 3-Ring BINDER) with Sheet Protectors
Any materials needed with their instrument (extra reeds, valve oil, etc)

Marshall Music is right down the road for any instrument & supply needs!

https://www.marshallmusic.com/
951 Mall Dr, Portage, MI 49024
Hours: M-F 11-6, S 11-3

Have a great week, Northern Bands!

Useful Links

Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)

PNMB Handbook

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

Jenison Invitational Schedule

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Jenison Invitational Schedule

Posted below is the Jenison Inivtational Schedule!

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Northern Bands Newsletter No. 1 - First one of 2025-26 School Year!

Hello PN Band Families!

Welcome back to another GREAT school year! We are now back to our regularly scheduled weekly Northern Bands Newsletter emails!

We will be updating families with both news for our PNMB, as well as beginning the process of preparing our three concert bands for a great school year of music making ahead!

PNMB Updates:

Please note that now we have entered the school year, students' attendance at PNNB rehearsals is part of their grade for their Band Class. Please communicate with directors with any questions or concerns, and please check the PNMB Handbook for the attendance policies!

Beginning TODAY, and for the next few weeks, rehearsals look a little different. Mondays are WINDS ONLY, Tuesdays are PERCUSSION & COLOR GUARD, and Wednesdays are FULL COMPANY (All Members), all dates are in the full schedule, and on the calendar on pnbands.org.

August 25, 6-9 pm, Winds
August 26, 6-9 pm, Color Guard
August 27, 6-9 pm, Full Company
August 28, 7pm Kick-Off, (First Home Football Game!)

Report by 5:30 in Secondary Uniform (See Rehearsal Schedule for details)

Please check the Band App for the important note regarding Football Game stands performance and expectations, summary below:

Guard & Percussion still warm up during 1st & 2nd quarters
Winds & Percussion in the stands as usual
New: All members head to the stands after snack/water break
Winds & Drumline play pep tunes all game
Front Ensemble can join in with drums/instruments

PN Concert Bands Update:

Please note there is an adjustment to the schedule for each ensemble from last year. The Band hours are as follows:

3rd Hour: Wind Ensemble

4th Hour: Concert Band

5th Hour: Symphonic Band

Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns regarding scheduling. Please know that if a student is participating in marching band, they MUST be enrolled in a band class (exceptions at the discretion of directors).

Syllabus/Handbook is linked below, please take the time to review, along with the performance calendar for this year's concert band groups:

Additionally, below materials are required for Band:

A pencil & music binder (BLACK 3-Ring BINDER) with Sheet Protectors
Any materials needed with their instrument (extra reeds, valve oil, etc)

Marshall Music is right down the road for any instrument & supply needs!

https://www.marshallmusic.com/
951 Mall Dr, Portage, MI 49024
Hours: M-F 11-6, S 11-3

Have a great last week, Northern Bands!

Mr. Mufarreh & Miss Holso

Useful Links

PNMB Handbook (Please review carefully & fully)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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Northern Bands Newsletter 22 - Week of June 2nd

Hello PN Band Families!

I don’t know about you, but this is NBN No. 22!

This will be the last regular “Northern Bands Newsletter” for this school year!

Items for PNMB 2025

Registration due TODAY, those not registered will receive an additional email!

Parents & Members, please join!

BAND APP JOIN LINK

Rehearsal Calendar

End of Year Items

Band Lockers should be cleaned out, no materials left behind!
Personal instruments taken HOME
School instruments returned (summer practice instruments will be coordinated with individual families)
Any remaining uniform items returned!

Monday, June 2nd

PNMB Full Company Rehearsal, 6-9pm

Wednesday-Friday

Final Exams!

Have a great last week, Northern Bands!

Useful Links

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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Northern Bands Newsletter 21 - Week of May 26th

Hello PN Band Families!

We are in the home stretch!

Items for PNMB 2025

First Rehearsal is TONIGHT, we will begin in the Band Room (Door 13), at 6pm. This is a FULL COMPANY rehearsal, meaning everyone in the Band!

Parents and members, please see the note bellow about rehearsal times:

For all rehearsal times listed, band students should be dropped off no later than 15 minutes prior to the practice start time and front ensemble students should be dropped off 30 minutes prior to practice start time. Arriving early allows students to get instruments / equipment moved to the practice area, warm-up and be ready to start practice on time. All students will be ready to be picked up 15 minutes after the scheduled end time.

For ALL Portage Northern Marching Band Parents/Members

BAND APP JOIN LINK

Kick-Off Meeting Slides HERE for the info slides that were presented

Registration for PNMB is due June 1st, first payment due June 30th, invoiced by PN Bands Treasurers

Flyer for NYC Trip/Registration

Items Required for PNMB Rehearsal

–Binder With Sheet Protectors (Woodwinds, Brass & Percussion)

Flip Folders for Pep Band & Parade Music

–Water Bottle (Insulated, 1/2 gal or more), this is what we recommend

–Pencil

–Instrument (School instruments will be distributed at the first spring rehearsal, please arrive early to get your instrument checked out to you!)

–Tennis Shoes, wear comfortable clothes,

NYC 2026 Trip

There is still time to register! Registration is extended to May 30th! See information below:

Slide Show Details

Registration Instructions:

Go to https://www.thornappletours.com/
Click on Current Traveler (upper right) or go directly to https://www.thornappletours.com/pnhsbo
Clock on the Portage Northern HS Graphic
Enter the trip code 49024
Clock on Book Now on the right side
Fill out forms and pay deposit

Tuesday, May 27th

PNMB Leadership Training, 2:40 pm-4pm

PNMB Full Company Rehearsal, 6-9pm

Wednesday, May 21st

North Middle Band Concert, 7pm

Thursday, May 22nd

Riiter’s Dine & Donate, just mention PN Bands! All Day

Upcoming Events:

May 27th, 2025, PNMB Spring Rehearsal (FULL COMPANY), 6-9 pm

June 2nd, 2025, PNMB Spring Rehearsal, (FULL COMPANY), 6-9 pm

Useful Links

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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Northern Bands Newsletter 20 - Week of May 19th

Hello PN Band Families!

We only have TWO more Northern Band Newsletters for the year!

Items for PNMB 2025

If you haven’t already, please join the BAND APP for our quick and efficient communications to Members & Families!

BAND APP JOIN LINK

Missed the kick-off meeting? Click HERE for the info slides that were presented

Registration for PNMB is due June 1st, payment will be invoiced to the email on file by the PNBB Treasurer, with the first payment being due June 30th.

Registration can also be found on pnbands.org under the “Resources” Tab.

Registration link through Arbiter Sports can be found below:

Items Required for PNMB Rehearsal

–Binder With Sheet Protectors (Woodwinds, Brass & Percussion)

Flip Folders for Pep Band & Parade Music

–Water Bottle (Insulated, 1/2 gal or more), this is what we recommend

–Pencil

–Instrument (School instruments will be distributed at the first spring rehearsal, please arrive early to get your instrument checked out to you!)

–Tennis Shoes, wear comfortable clothes,

Tuesday, May 20th

PNMB Leadership Training, 2:40 pm-4pm

Wednesday, May 21st

Band Booster Meeting, 7pm, NHS Band Room

Thursday, May 22nd

PN Graduation! Please see the info below!

Rehearsal during the school day

Students performing in Graduation will be bussed to Miller Auditorium at 9:40am
Band Rehearses on stage at 11:35am.
Buses depart back to PN at 12:00pm
Students will eat 2nd Lunch, then report to their 6th Hours

**Graduation Performance (Evening)**
Please arrive to Miller auditorium no later than 5:45pm
Seniors, please coordinate with an underclassmen to have your instrument
Parking can be hectic, please plan or carpool, and use this “secret” parking lot as a way to find parking
Students will stay for the entire event due to performing at the beginning, and end of the event!
Attire is Concert Black

Monday, May 26th

Portage Memorial Day Parade

Please have flip folders for music, see below
Available at Marshall Music

9 am, Rehearsal at Crossroads

10 am, Parade Begins

Red, White, or Blue Shirts, Black Shorts, Sunglasses OK, no Hats!

Parade route goes from Crossroads Mall to the Portage Library

Upcoming Events:

May 22nd, 2025, Graduation (Current & Rising Wind Ensemble Members),

May 26th, 2025, Memorial Day Parade, current 9-12 PNMB Members

Report to Crossroads Mall in front of Macy’s at 9:00am

Wear solid Red, White, or Blue t-shirt and Black Shorts

May 27th, 2025, PNMB Spring Rehearsal (FULL COMPANY), 6-9 pm

June 2nd, 2025, PNMB Spring Rehearsal, (FULL COMPANY), 6-9 pm

Useful Links

PNMB 2025 Calendar (Subject to change)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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Northern Bands Newsletter 19 - Week of May 12th

Hello PN Band Families!

Busy week ahead, here is what you need to know!

PNMB 2025 Kick-Off Recap

Click HERE for the slides that were presented last Friday, thank you to everyone who made it out to our PNMB Kick-Off for 2025, it is going to be a great season!

Registration for PNMB is due June 1st, payment will be invoiced to the email on file by the PNBB Treasurer, with the first payment being due June 30th.

Registration can also be found on pnbands.org under the “Resources” Tab.

Registration link through Arbiter Sports can be found below:

Flyer for NYC Trip/Registration

NYC 2026 Trip

Slide Show Details

Payments, Travel Concerns, Etc: diane@thornappletours.com

Band or Orchestra Specifics: mholso@portageps.org

HOW TO REGISTER:

1. Please complete this FORM if an adult is interested in chaperoning! This is not a formal commitment (yet) but allows us to plan chaperone needs accordingly.

2. Follow the instructions below specifically from Thornapple Tours.

Due Date for Registration and first $200 deposit is May 16th!!

Registration Instructions:

Go to https://www.thornappletours.com/
Click on Current Traveler (upper right) or go directly to https://www.thornappletours.com/pnhsbo
Click on the Portage Northern HS Graphic
Enter the trip code 49024
Click on Book Now on the right side
Fill out forms and pay deposit

Monday, May 12th

PNMB Percussion Placements

6-9pm, NHS Band Room

Tuesday, May 13th

NHS Orchestra Concert (Orchestra Winds & Percussion)

7pm, 6:45pm Call-Time

Thursday, May 15th

NHS Spring Band Concert, 7 pm

6:15pm, Concert Band Call Time

6:30pm.Symphonic Band/Wind Ensemble Call Timm

6:45pm, PNIPE Call Time (non HS Band Members)

Friday, May 16th

NYC Trip Registration Deadline!

Upcoming Events:

May 15, 2025 - NHS Spring Band Concert, 7 pm

6:15pm, Concert Band Call Time

6:30pm.Symphonic Band/Wind Ensemble Call Timm

6:45pm, PNIPE Call Time (non HS Band Members)

May 16th 2025, NYC Trip Registration Deadline!

May 22nd, 2025, Graduation (Current & Rising Wind Ensemble Members), Details TBA

May 26th, 2025, Memorial Day Parade, current 9-12 PNMB Members

Report to Crossroads Mall in front of Macy’s at 9:00am

Wear solid Red, White, or Blue t-shirt and Black Shorts

Useful Links

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

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Northern Bands Newsletter 18 - Week of May 5th

Hello PN Band Families!

Hope you are ready for an awesome week!

Things to know for PNMB 2025

Flyer for NYC Trip/Registration

2025 PNMB Kick-Off Meeting is May 8th, 2025 @7pm in the NHS Auditorium

2025 Show Reveal! (Check our social media for the show hints!)
How to register for the PNMB
What does high school band at Northern look like?

PNMB Fall Percussion Placement

Fill out THIS form if you are interested! First date is tomorrow May 5th

NYC 2026 Trip

Slide Show Details

Highlights of the trip include:

- A combined band and orchestra performance on the deck of the USS Intrepid

- A workshop experience through Broadway Inbound discussing and learning about the experiences of being a member of a Broadway pit orchestra

- Watching a Broadway show (specific show still being decided)

- Visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the 9/11 Memorial Museum, and more!

Team Band and Orchestra would love for your student to travel and perform in NYC with us. We have pricing for chaperones, Quad Rooming, and Quint Rooming assignments at the end of the attached slide show.

In place of a "kick off meeting" for this trip, we ask that if you have questions to email the following:

Payments, Travel Concerns, Etc: diane@thornappletours.com

Band or Orchestra Specifics: mholso@portageps.org

HOW TO REGISTER:

1. Please complete this FORM if an adult is interested in chaperoning! This is not a formal commitment (yet) but allows us to plan chaperone needs accordingly.

2. Follow the instructions below specifically from Thornapple Tours.

Due Date for Registration and first $200 deposit is May 16th!!

Registration Instructions:

Go to https://www.thornappletours.com/
Click on Current Traveler (upper right) or go directly to https://www.thornappletours.com/pnhsbo
Clock on the Portage Northern HS Graphic
Enter the trip code 49024
Clock on Book Now on the right side
Fill out forms and pay deposit

Monday, May 5th

PNMB Percussion Placements

6-9pm, NHS Band Room

Tuesday, May 6th

PNIPE Rehearsal, Last one before concert!

6-9pm

Wednesday, May 7th

PNMB Percussion Placements

6-9pm, NHS Band Room

Thursday, May 8th

2025 PNMB Kick-Off Meeting, NHS Auditorium, 7pm

Friday, May 9th

No Events

Muf absent

Upcoming Events:

May 8th, 2025, PNMB KICKOFF (Members & Parents), 7pm, NHS Auditorium

May 15, 2025 - NHS Spring Band Concert, 7 pm

6:15pm, Concert Band Call Time

6:30pm.Symphonic Band/Wind Ensemble Call Timm

6:45pm, PNIPE Call Time (non HS Band Members)

May 16th, 2025, New York City Trip Registration Deadline!

May 22nd, 2025, Graduation (Current & Rising Wind Ensemble Members), Details TBA

May 26th, 2025, Memorial Day Parade, current 9-12 PNMB Members, Details TBA

Useful Links

PNMB 2025 Calendar (Subject to change)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

William Mufarreh 4/27/25 William Mufarreh 4/27/25

Northern Bands Newsletter - 17

Hello PN Band Families!

Hope you are ready for an awesome week!

Things to know for PNMB 2025

2025 PNMB Kick-Off Meeting is May 8th, 2025 @7pm in the NHS Auditorium

2025 Show Reveal! (Check our social media for the show hints!)
How to register for the PNMB
What does high school band at Northern look like?

PNMB Fall Percussion Placement

Fill out THIS form if you are interested! First date is May 5th

Color Guard Auditions

Fill out THIS form if you are interested! Second date is TOMORROW, April 28th.

Varsity Letters

pnbands.org/downloads

Here is what’s happening this week!

Monday, April 28

Color Guard Auditions Day 2, 6-9pm

Meet in NHS Band Room

Tuesday, April 29

Drum Major Auditions Round 2

Thursday, May 1

PNIPE Rehearsal, 6-9pm

Upcoming Events:

May 8th, 2025, PNMB KICKOFF (Members & Parents), 7pm, NHS Auditorium

May 15, 2025 - NHS Spring Band Concert, 7 pm

May 22nd, 2025, Graduation (Current & Rising Wind Ensemble Members)

May 26th, 2025, Memorial Day Parade, current 9-12 PNMB Members

Useful Links

PNMB 2025 Calendar (Subject to change)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

William Mufarreh 4/21/25 William Mufarreh 4/21/25

Northern Bands Newsletter No. 16 - Week of April 21

Hello PN Band Families!

Hope you are ready for an awesome week!

Memorial Day Parade

The Portage Memorial Day Parade is May 26th! It is a morning commitment for PNMB Members, more details to follow.

Things to know for PNMB 2025

2025 PNMB Kick-Off Meeting is May 8th, 2025 @7pm in the NHS Auditorium

This is for Members & Families!

PNMB Fall Percussion Placement

Fill out THIS form if you are interested!

Color Guard Auditions

Fill out THIS form if you are interested!

Make sure you are aware of calendar dates!

Varsity Letters

Varsity letter applications are available for students! Please find the applications on the Band Website at pnbands.org/downloads

Applications are due May 1st.

Mazer Scholarship

Anyone interested in the Mazer Scholarship, please see the information below:

Essays are due May 1st.

Here is what’s happening this week!

Tuesday, April 22

Drum Major Auditions Round 1, 1:45pm-3:00pm (Students sign-up outside of Band Office)

PNIPE Rehearsal, 6-9pm

Wednesday, April 23

Color Guard Auditions Day 1, 6-9pm

Meet in NHS Band Room

Friday, April 25

No School for Students, Teacher PD Day

Upcoming Events:

May 8th, 2025, PNMB KICKOFF (Members & Parents), 7pm, NHS Auditorium

May 15, 2025 - NHS Spring Band Concert, 7 pm

May 22nd, 2025, Graduation (Current & Rising Wind Ensemble Members)

May 26th, 2025, Memorial Day Parade

Useful Links

PNMB 2025 Calendar (Subject to change)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

William Mufarreh 4/15/25 William Mufarreh 4/15/25

Northern Bands Newsletter 15 - Week of April 14

Hello Band Families!

Another week is upon us! Please see below for details about PNMB Percussion & Color Guard!

PNMB Percussion & Color Guard Information!

Please check out pnbands.org/pnmb for information regarding percussion & colorguard for Marching Band!

Percussion Placement Dates

Fill out THIS form if you are interested!

May 5, 6-9pm

May 7

May 12

Color Guard Auditions

Fill out THIS form if you are interested!

April 23, 6-9pm

April 28, 6-9pm

PNMB Calendar

Below you will find the calendar for the 2025 PNMB Season. Please consider these events while you are planning any vacations for this summer :)

Please know that this calendar is tentative, and is subject to change, any changes will be made as far in advance as possible!

Varsity Letters

Varsity letter applications are available for students! Please find the applications on the Band Website at pnbands.org/downloads

Applications are due May 1st.

Mazer Scholarship

Anyone interested in the Mazer Scholarship, please see the information below:

The family requests that preference be given to a Freshman Trombone player, but the application is open to anyone in the band. Please follow the instructions regarding applying!

Essays are due May 1st.

Here is what’s happening this week!

Tuesday, April 15

Drum Major Coaching Session, 2:40-3:30pm

Wednesday, April 16

Band Booster Meeting, 7:30pm, Band Room

Thursday, April 17

PNIPE Rehearsal, 6-9pm

Upcoming Events:

May 8th, 2025, PNMB KICKOFF (Members & Parents), 7pm, NHS Auditorium

May 15, 2025 - NHS Spring Band Concert, 7 pm

Useful Links

PNMB 2025 Calendar (Subject to change)

PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)

William Mufarreh 4/6/25 William Mufarreh 4/6/25

Northern Bands Newsletter - 14 - Week of April 7

Hello Band Families!

We hope you had a restful spring break! We are now approaching the final push of the school year!

Band Garage Sale

Volunteer Sign-Up

We need your help to get the Yard Signs out in the community! They are in the Band Room, please sign-up or contact Mr. Mufarreh directly.

All specific information regarding the event can be found on the Band Website!

https://www.pnbands.org/garagesale

PNMB Calendar

Below, you will find the calendar for the 2025 PNMB Season. Please consider these events while you are planning any vacations for this summer :)

Please know that this calendar is tentative, and is subject to change, any changes will be made as far in advance as possible!

Varsity Letters

Varsity letter applications are available for students! Please find the applications on the Band Website at pnbands.org/downloads

Applications are due May 1st.

Mazer Scholarship

Anyone interested in the Mazer Scholarship, please see the information below:

The family requests that preference be given to a Freshman Trombone player, but the application is open to anyone in the band. Please follow the instructions regarding applying!

Essays are due May 1st.

Jazz Band Big Band Bash Video

Did you miss Big Band Bash? Check out this video that John Weaver (PC Band Parent), took for all the groups!

pnbands.org/jazz-band

Here is what’s happening this week!

Tuesday, April 8

Spin Club, NMS Band Room, 6-9pm

Wednesday, April 9

PNIPE Rehearsal, 6-9pm

Thursday, April 10

Garage Sale Setup, 3-7pm

Friday, April 11

Garage Sale, Teacher Pre-Sale, 3-4p, Doghouse

Open to public, 4-7pm

Saturday, April 12

Garage Sale, 9am-2pm, Doghouse

Upcoming Events:

May 15, 2025 - NHS Spring Band Concert, 7 pm

Useful Links

PNMB 2025 Calendar (Subject to change)