NBN - LAST ONE OF THE YEAR
Hello Band Families!
As we close out the year for our LAST Northern Bands Newsletter, I wanted to thank you all for a fantastic school year! We have made such incredible music and memories, and I thank you all for your continued support and for making this such an amazing year!
Go Huskies!
-Muf
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 6/1
PNMB Spring Rehearsal, 6-9 pm
PNMB REGISTRATION DUE TODAY
PNMB Band APP (For Communication with Parents & Members)
Tuesday, 6/2
Final Exams Begin, Hours 1/2
NYC Band Rehearsal, 3 pm-4:30 pm
Wednesday, 6/3
Final Exams, 3/4
Thursday, 6/4
Exams, 5/6
Friday, 6/5
Exams, 7/Make-up
Next week
Sunday, 6/7
PNMB Leadership Clinic, 5-7 pm
Monday, 6/8
PNMB Leadership Clinic, 8:30 am-4:30 pm
PNMB Winds ONLY Rehearsal, 6-9 pm
Tuesday, 6/9
PNMB Leadership Clinic, 8:30 am-4 pm
NYC Luggage Drop Off, 6-8 pm
6/10-6/14
NYC Trip
Tuesday, 6/16
PNMB Percussion Rehearsal, 6-9 pm
Wednesday, 6/17
PNMB Percussion Rehearsal, 6-9 pm
SUMMER BREAK!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN - Week of May 26th
Hello Band Families!
Congrats to the PNMB & PCMB Students on a fantastic parade yesterday!
PNMB 2026 registrations are due next week, Monday! We are SO CLOSE to 100% registration, please complete ASAP!
Here are the important reminders for this week!
PNMB Registration (DUE JUNE 1ST, ONLY 20 MEMBERS NEEDED TO BE 100% REGISTERED!!!)
PNMB Band APP (For Communication with Parents & Members)
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Tuesday, 5/26
NYC Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm
Wednesday, 5/27
NMS Band Concert, 7 pm (Go support!)
Thursday, 5/28
NYC Traveler & Adult Meeting, 7pm in the Lower Commons
Friday, 5/29
No Band Events Scheduled!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN - Week of May 18th
“Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.” — Nora Ephron
Hello Band Families!
Happy Graduation Week to our Class of 2026 Seniors! Thank you ALL for an amazing concert last week, and for an amazing year of music making. You all set the standard for this program, we are excited to celebrate with you on Tuesday!
Here are the important reminders for this week!
PNMB Registration (DUE JUNE 1ST, PLEASE COMPLETE ASAP)
PNMB Band APP (For Communication with Parents & Members)
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 5/18
During 3rd Hour - Graduation Band Rehearsal
PNMB Spring Rehearsal, 6-9pm
Please join the BAND APP for the rehearsal schedule, meeting in the NHS Band Room (Enter through door 13)
Tuesday, 5/19
PNHS GRADUATION
Graduation is scheduled for May 19th, at 7pm. Students performing are current seniors (if they choose), and RISING Wind Ensemble Members (who auditioned and were selected). Students will be bussed to Miller Auditorium during the day for rehearsal.
HERE is the Graduation Band Roster
HERE is the detailed letter for Graduation!
Wednesday, 5/20
NYC Chaperone Meeting - 6pm (PNHS Band Room)
Portage Northern Band Booster Meeting - 7pm
Thursday, 5/21
NYC Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30pm
Friday, 5/22
No Band Events Scheduled!
PORTAGE MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
This is the final event for the 2025 PNMB, if you are in town, you must plan to attend/perform in the Memorial Day Parade!
The Parade is scheduled for Monday, May 25th in the AM.
NEW PARADE TUNE. Members use the folder HERE to check out the new parade tune that the combined PN/PC MB’s will perform at this year’s parade!
Have a great week!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN, Week of May 11th
Hello Band Families!
Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing Band Mom’s out there!
Please see below for information on this week’s Spring Concert, PNMB, Graduation Band, and the Memorial Day Parade!
PNMB Registration (PLEASE COMPLETE MAY 15TH IF POSSIBLE)
PNMB Band APP (For Communication with Parents & Members)
Calendar Updates as of 5/4
Sunday, Sept 13, Senior Banner photos @ Mr. Kriegers Studio (Addition)
Monday, Sept 21st is now a Full Ensemble Rehearsal (previously Winds Only)
Wednesday, Sept 23, Individual Uniform pictures (previously full ensemble rehearsal)
Sunday, Sept 27th, Drum Bash confirmed date (Percussion Only)
Tuesday, October 20th, Full Ensemble Rehearsal (was Wednesday 10/21)
PNMB Banquet Date confirmed (Nov. 18th, 2026)
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 5/11
PNMB Spring Rehearsal, 6-9pm
Please join the BAND APP for the rehearsal schedule, meeting in the NHS Band Room (Enter through door 13)
Tuesday, 5/12
Portage Northern Symphony Orchestra Concert (Select Wind Ensemble Members)
6pm Call-Time (Concert Black), 7pm performance begins!
Wednesday, 5/13
No Band Events Scheduled!
Thursday, 5/14
PNHS Band Spring Concert, 7pm
6:15pm - Call-Time/PNIPE Student setup
6:30pm - SB/CB, Warm-Up in Band Room, WE Warm-Up in Room B
Friday, 5/15
No Band Events Scheduled!
PNHS GRADUATION
Graduation is scheduled for May 19th, at 7pm. Students performing are current seniors (if they choose), and RISING Wind Ensemble Members (who auditioned and were selected). Students will be bussed to Miller Auditorium during the day for rehearsal.
HERE is the Graduation Band Roster
HERE is the detailed letter for Graduation!
PORTAGE MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
This is the final event for the 2025 PNMB, if you are in town, you must plan to attend/perform in the Memorial Day Parade!
The Parade is scheduled for Monday, May 25th in the AM.
NEW PARADE TUNE. Members use the folder HERE to check out the new parade tune that the combined PN/PC MB’s will perform at this year’s parade!
Have a great week!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN, Week of May 4th
Hello Band Families!
Hope you had a fantastic weekend!
As we head into the Marching Band season, while registration is TECHNICALLY due June 1st, the earlier we have final numbers, the easier it is to plan for the season!
If possible, please register by FRIDAY 5/15 as a soft deadline, which allows design staff numbers to begin planning drill, music assignments, etc.!
PNMB Registration (PLEASE COMPLETE MAY 15TH IF POSSIBLE)
A few changes have already been made. Please check the link for updates!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 5/4
PNMB Percussion Placements, NHS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Tuesday, 5/5
Portage Northern Symphony Orchestra Rehearsal (Selected Wind Ensemble Students), 6-8pm
Wednesday, 5/6
PNMB Leadership Training, 2:50-4:30 pm
Thursday, 5/7
NYC Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm
PNIPE Rehearsal (Last Rehearsal!), 6-9pm
Friday, 5/8
No Band Events Scheduled!
Portage Memorial Day Parade
This is the final event for the 2025 PNMB, if you are in town, you must plan to attend/perform in the Memorial Day Parade!
The Parade is scheduled for Monday, May 25th in the AM. Details will be shared once finalized.
Have a great week!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN, Week of April 20th
Hello Band Families!
Thank you for a GREAT PNMB Kick-off last week, we are THRILLED to get this season started!
For those that may have missed the information, below is the link to the slide-deck that was shared at the kick-off! Registration is OPEN for the PNMB, and is due June 1st!
PNMB Swag orders are due April 26th, get it while you can!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 4/20
PNMB Color Guard Auditions/Percussion Placements, NHS Band Room, 6-9pm
Tuesday, 4/21
PNIPE Rehearsal, 6-9pm
Wednesday, 4/22
PNMB Leadership Training, 2:50-4pm
PN Band Booster Meeting, 7pm, NHS Community ROom
Thursday, 4/23
Winter Guard & Spin Club, 6-9pm, NMS Band ROom
Friday, 4/24
No Band Events!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
PNMB 2026 Kick-Off Recap
Hello PNMB Families!
Thank you to all who attended yesterday’s meeting! We are thrilled to be presenting our 2026 program…Nautilus!
HERE, you will find a link to yesterday’s slideshow presentation. The last page has a TON of useful links for families regarding PNMB. Please review it carefully, and as always, reach out with any questions or concerns!
HERE is the most up-to-date PNMB 2026 calendar!
HERE is the registration link for the PNMB 2026. Please complete this by June 1st!
HERE is the link to join the Band App PNMB 2026 group, this is for parents & families!
Lastly, ALL information is available on our Band Website, pnbands.org. PNMB-related links are under the “PNMB” tab at the top navigation bar.
We are thrilled to be presenting this show, it is going to be incredible!
Thank you!
Mr. Mufarreh
NBN - Week of April 6th
Without music, life would be a mistake - Friedrich Nietzsche
Hello Band Families!
Welcome back, we hope you all had a restful spring break, and are ready to tackle the last 25% of the school year!
For those who did not see, please see below for the PNMB Tentative Calendar to aid in planning for the PNMB Season!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 4/6
No band activities!
Tuesday, 4/7
USAF Clarinet Quartet, 10 am-11 am
Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30 pm
PNIPE, 6-9 pm
Wednesday, 4/8
PSAT 9, Hours 1-3
Drum Major Auditions Round 1, 2:40-3:30
Thursday, 4/9
PSAT 10/WIN Testing, Hours 4-7
Winter Guard/Spin Club, 6-9 pm
Friday, 4/10
BIG BAND BASH, Jazz Band Call-Time, 6:30pm
Performance, 7pm
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN Week of March 23
"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way." —John C. Maxwell
Hello Band Families!
Thank you to ALL of our amazing volunteers who made State Solo & Ensemble a success here at Portage Northern! Congrats to the students on terrific performances!
Only 3.5 more days until spring break!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 3/23
Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30pm
Tuesday, 3/24
NMS 6th Grade Band Concert, 7pm
Wednesday, 3/25
PNMB Leadership Applications due!
PNIPE, 6-9pm
Thursday, 3/26
½ Day for Students
Winter Guard/Spin Club, 6-9 pm
Friday, 3/27
Spring Break! Enjoy your week off!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN - Week of March 16
“Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t.” - Bill Nye
Hello Band Families!
Congrats to ALL of our PN Band members on a job well done at Festival the last two weeks!
We are STILL looking for volunteers (Adults AND Students), for State Solo & Ensemble (SATURDAY MORNING has a TON of openings), let’s get those filled!
We have a Band Booster Meeting on Wednesday, 7 pm, in the NHS Band Room. We welcome ALL Band parents to attend to learn more about how to be involved, and help make our band program as strong as it can be!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 3/16
PNMB Drum Major Coaching Session, 2:45-3:30 pm
Tuesday, 3/17
Auditions for Band, 3-5 pm
PN Recital Night, Auditorium, 6 pm
Wednesday, 3/18
Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30 pm
Winter Guard/Spin Club, 6-9 pm
Thursday, 3/19
PNIPE, 6-9 pm
Friday, 3/20
Half-Day School, State S&E Day 2!
Saturday, 3/21
State S&E, Day 2!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN - Week of March 9
A great leader's courage to fulfill his vision comes from passion, not position. —John Maxwell
Hello Band Families!
It is Band Festival Performance week for our Concert & Symphonic Bands!
Also, audition materials for NEXT year band are due on Sunday!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Monday, 3/9
PNMB Drum Major Coaching Session, 2:45-3:30pm
Tuesday, 3/10
After-school practice open for State S&E Students, or for next year's band auditions!
2:50-4 pm
Indoor Percussion, NHS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Winter Guard/Spin Club, NMS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Wednesday, 3/11
Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30pm
After-school practice open for State S&E Students, or for next year's band auditions! (for those not in Jazz Band)
2:50-4 pm
Thursday, 3/12
MSBOA Festival @ Marshall HS
Concert Band, 4:00pm
Symphonic Band, 7:25pm
Friday, 3/13
After-school practice open for State S&E Students, or for next year's band auditions!
2:50-4 pm
Daisy Dollars Fundraiser
Purchase gift cards to Schuring’s Greenhouse, 25% goes directly to support students!
More information: https://www.pnbands.org/daisy-dollars
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List!(A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN - Week of March 2
“When we focus on the competition, we become reactive. When we focus on improving ourselves, we become innovative. “ Simon Sinek
Hello Band Families!
We have another exciting (and short!) week ahead of us!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Link to FULL PN Bands Calendar
Tuesday, 3/3
PNMB Leadership Applications Open! (Hence the leadership quote at the top!
After-school practice open for State S&E Students, or for next year's band auditions!
2:50-4 pm
Wednesday, 3/4
Wind Ensemble Band Festival Performance @ Comstock HS, 7:15 pm
Thursday, 3/5
Indoor Percussion, NHS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Winter Guard/Spin Club, NMS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Full Winter Guard Schedule. Also, please REGISTER for Winter Guard if you are participating!
Friday, 3/6
After-school practice open for State S&E Students, or for next year's band auditions!
2:50-4 pm
Saturday, 3/7
Mattress Fundraiser, 10 am-4 pm, we require a LOT more volunteers
(Parents AND Students): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAEA72AA2FAC70-62431974-mattress
FACEBOOK EVENT, PLEASE SAY YOU ARE GOING | This is the BEST way for this fundraiser to be successful!
Band Festival Performances
Here is the performance schedule for the MSBOA District Band Festival, along with the detailed itineraries for each day! We are looking for a few more volunteers!
Chaperones: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAEA72AA2FAC70-62431127-festival
Wind Ensemble - March 4, 2026, 7:15 pm @ Comstock HS
Concert Band, March 12, 2026, 4:00 pm @ Marshall HS
Symphonic Band, March 12, 2026, 7:25 @ Marshall HS
MSBOA Band Festival FULL Itinerary
Pre-Festival Photos
Thank you to Mr. Chad Ream for the great photos at pre-festival! You can purchase them at the link below. Proceeds support the program!
https://imaginariumpictures.pixieset.com/pnbprefestivalc.../
Daisy Dollars Fundraiser
Purchase gift cards to Schuring’s Greenhouse, 25% goes directly to support students!
More information: https://www.pnbands.org/daisy-dollars
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
NBN - Week of Feb. 23
Hello Band Families!
Getting a jump on the newsletter for next week! Please read all the way through, lots of important and exciting information coming up for Northern Bands!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Monday, 2/23
Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30 pm
Tuesday, 2/24
Nothing for Band
Wednesday, 2/25
PNHS Pre-Festival Concert
6:15 pm Call Time
Thursday, 2/26
After-school practice open for State S&E Students, or for next year band auditions!
2:50-4 pm
Friday, 2/27
No School! Enjoy your Mid-Winter break!
Volunteer Needs: Details are below, but we need volunteers for Band Festival and the Mattress Fundraiser, as well as a TRAILER DRIVER for the Wind Ensemble Performance on March 4th for Festival.
Band Fest:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAEA72AA2FAC70-62431127-festival
Mattress: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAEA72AA2FAC70-62431974-mattress
Pre-Festival Concert
Our Pre-Festival Concert is February 25th, 2026, at 7 pm.
Student Call-Time - 6:15 pm, CONCERT BLACK ATTIRE
This is a chance for our students to perform their Band Festival pieces for a panel of guests, receive feedback, and continue to improve their performance ahead of the MSBOA District Band Festival! Our Indoor Percussion group will also be performing part of their 2026 show, Perihelion!
Concert Order:
PNIPE (Indoor Percussion)
Concert Band
Symphonic Band
Wind Ensemble
We are excited for an evening of music!
Band Festival Performances
Here is the performance schedule for the MSBOA District Band Festival, along with the detailed itineraries for each day! We are looking for a few volunteers!
Chaperones: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAEA72AA2FAC70-62431127-festival
Additionally, if there is someone who is able to pull the BAND TRAILER for the Wind Ensemble at Comstock, please reach out to Mr. Mufarreh!
Wind Ensemble - March 4, 2026, 7:15 pm @ Comstock HS
Concert Band, March 12, 2026, 4:00 pm @ Marshall HS
Symphonic Band, March 12, 2026, 7:25 @ Marshall HS
MSBOA Band Festival FULL Itinerary
Mattress Fundraiser - Save the Date! (PLEASE SHARE THE FACEBOOK EVENT!!)
Please save the date, and share THIS flyer with your friends and family!
The BEST thing you can do is PLEASE JOIN THE FACEBOOK EVENT. Share it with EVERYONE you know! The best way to do this well is to let people know!
FACEBOOK EVENT, PLEASE SAY YOU ARE GOING
We have a few volunteers required for this event, please sign-up below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DAEA72AA2FAC70-62431974-mattress
Daisy Dollars Fundraiser
Purchase gift cards to Schuring’s Greenhouse, 25% goes directly to support students!
More information: https://www.pnbands.org/daisy-dollars
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp – Scholarship Info
All students who audition for Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp will receive a Merit Scholarship ranging from $300–$675. Expanded Financial Aid Scholarships are also available and may cover part or all of tuition.
Students may audition in person or submit materials online, including music, creative writing, artwork, or dance.
In-Person Audition (Portage Northern HS): February 23, 2026
School Code: 1586
Students will need a parent/guardian email address when registering.
Scholarship Registration Link:
https://bluelake.org/summer-camp/scholarships/
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
NBN - Week of Feb. 16
Hello Band Families!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Tuesday, 2/17
Raising Cane’s Grand Opening! PNMB Brass/Drumline, 8 am-10 am
State S&E Registration Due! Information Document
Wednesday, 2/18
Nothing for Band, Go support the Orchestra Pre-Festival Concert! 7pm!
Thursday, 2/19
PNIPE Rehearsal, NHS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Winter Guard, NMS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Mattress Fundraiser - Save the Date! (PLEASE SHARE THE FACEBOOK EVENT!!)
Please save the date, and share THIS flyer with your friends and family!
The BEST thing you can do is PLEASE JOIN THE FACEBOOK EVENT. Share it with EVERYONE you know! The best way to do this well is to let people know!
FACEBOOK EVENT, PLEASE SAY YOU ARE GOING
Daisy Dollars Fundraiser
Purchase gift cards to Schuring’s Greenhouse, 25% goes to directly to support students!
More information: https://www.pnbands.org/daisy-dollars
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp – Scholarship Info
All students who audition for Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp will receive a Merit Scholarship ranging from $300–$675. Expanded Financial Aid Scholarships are also available and may cover part or all of tuition.
Students may audition in person or submit materials online, including music, creative writing, artwork, or dance.
In-Person Audition (Portage Northern HS): February 23, 2026
School Code: 1586
Students will need a parent/guardian email address when registering.
Scholarship Registration Link:
https://bluelake.org/summer-camp/scholarships/
Pre-Festival Concert
Our Pre-Festival Concert is scheduled for February 25th, 2026, at 7 pm.
Student Call-Time - 6:15 pm, CONCERT BLACK ATTIRE
This is a chance for our students to perform their Band Festival pieces for a panel of guests, receive feedback, and continue to improve their performance ahead of the MSBOA District Band Festival! Our Indoor Percussion group will also be performing part of their 2026 show, Perihelion!
Band Festival Performances
Here is the performance schedule for the MSBOA District Band Festival, along with the detailed itineraries for each day! More information will be shared as the date approaches for volunteer/chaperone needs!
Wind Ensemble - March 4, 2026, 7:15 pm @ Comstock HS
Concert Band, March 12, 2026, 4:00 pm @ Marshall HS
Symphonic Band, March 12, 2026, 7:25 @ Marshall HS
MSBOA Band Festival FULL Itinerary
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
NBN - Week of Feb. 9
Hello Band Families!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Monday, 2/9
Nothing!
Tuesday, 2/10
Dr. Scott Boerma is in to work with PN Bands during class!
IB Music Recital *For our IB Music Students,* - 6pm - NHS Auditorium
Wednesday, 2/11
Jazz Band, 2:50-4:30 pm
Thursday, 2/12
PNIPE Rehearsal, NHS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Winter Guard, NMS Band Room, 6-9 pm
Friday, 2/13
No School for Students, Teacher PD!
State Solo & Ensemble
Congrats to all performers at District Solo & Ensemble! For those who received a “1”, you have qualified for State S&E, which is hosted HERE at PNHS, on March 20th and 21st!
THIS is the registration, and HERE is the specific information regarding the performance!
Registration is due TUESDAY, February 17th!
PNMB Raising Caines GRAND OPENING Performance
Please check the BAND APP Post HERE for all of the information regarding this performance!
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp – Scholarship Info
All students who audition for Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp will receive a Merit Scholarship ranging from $300–$675. Expanded Financial Aid Scholarships are also available and may cover part or all of tuition.
Students may audition in person or submit materials online, including music, creative writing, artwork, or dance.
In-Person Audition (Portage Northern HS): February 23, 2026
School Code: 1586
Students will need a parent/guardian email address when registering.
Scholarship Registration Link:
https://bluelake.org/summer-camp/scholarships/
Pre-Festival Concert
Our Pre-Festival Concert is scheduled for February 25th, 2026, at 7 pm.
Student Call-Time - 6:15 pm
This is a chance for our students to perform their Band Festival pieces for a panel of guests, receive feedback, and continue to improve their performance ahead of the MSBOA District Band Festival! Our Indoor Percussion group will also be performing part of their 2026 show, Perihelion!
Band Festival Performances
Here is the performance schedule for the MSBOA District Band Festival, along with the detailed itineraries for each day! More information will be shared as the date approaches for volunteer/chaperone needs!
Wind Ensemble - March 4, 2026, 7:15 pm @ Comstock HS
Concert Band, March 12, 2026, 4:00 pm @ Marshall HS
Symphonic Band, March 12, 2026, 7:25 @ Marshall HS
MSBOA Band Festival FULL Itinerary
Mattress Fundraiser - Save the Date!
The 9th Annual PN Bands Mattress Fundraiser is scheduled for March 7th, 2026, in the Lower Commons at PNHS. Please save the date, and share THIS flyer with your friends and family!
The BEST thing you can do is PLEASE JOIN THE FACEBOOK EVENT. Share it with EVERYONE you know! The best way to do this well is to let people know!
FACEBOOK EVENT, PLEASE SAY YOU ARE GOING
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
NBN. Week of Feb. 2nd
Hello Band Families!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
2/4, Wednesday
Jazz Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm
2/5,Thursday
After-School Band Practice (Open to all students who want to prepare for Solo & Ensemble!)
6-9pm, Indoor Percussion Rehearsal, NHS
6-9pm, Winter Guard/Spin Club! NMS Band Room!
This is open to ALL Portage Students, grades 8-12. There is NO cost, the only commitment is your time! See the schedule below: all rehearsals will start in the North Middle Band Room.
2/7, Saturday - MSOBA District Solo & Ensemble
Solo & Ensemble will be held at Battle Creek Lakeview HS on Saturday, February 7th. Students & families, please take a close look at the links below for all the details about the event!
Super Bowl Squares Fundraiser (NY Trip)
Any adults who’d like to support the Bands & Orchestras, and join in the fun with Super-Bowl Squares ($20 each), can Venmo Bob Yeung at THIS link, and your name and phone number!
Mattress Fundraiser - Save the Date!
The 9th Annual PN Bands Mattress Fundraiser is scheduled for March 7th, 2026, in the Lower Commons at PNHS. Please save the date, and share THIS flyer with your friends and family!
The BEST thing you can do is PLEASE JOIN THE FACEBOOK EVENT. Share it with EVERYONE you know! The best way to do this well is to let people know!
FACEBOOK EVENT, PLEASE SAY YOU ARE GOING
Pre-Festival Concert
Our Pre-Festival Concert is scheduled for February 25th, 2026, at 7 pm.
Student Call-Time - 6:15 pm
This is a chance for our students to perform their Band Festival pieces for a panel of guests, receive feedback, and continue to improve their performance ahead of the MSBOA District Band Festival! Our Indoor Percussion group will also be performing part of their 2026 show, Perihelion!
Band Festival Performances
Here is the performance schedule for the MSBOA District Band Festival, along with the detailed itineraries for each day! More information will be shared as the date approaches for volunteer/chaperone needs!
Wind Ensemble - March 4, 2026, 7:15 pm @ Comstock HS
Concert Band, March 12, 2026, 4:00 pm @ Marshall HS
Symphonic Band, March 12, 2026, 7:25 @ Marshall HS
MSBOA Band Festival FULL Itinerary
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
NBN - Week of Jan 26
Hello Band Families!
Let’s have a great week! Stay warm!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Tuesday, 1/26
Mr. Mark Hollandsworth in to work with PN Bands during class!
Wednesday, 1/27
Jazz Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm
Red Robin Dine & Donate! Please come support! Show the FLYER
Thursday
After-School Band Practice (Open to all students who want to prepare for Solo & Ensemble!)
MSOBA District Solo & Ensemble
Solo & Ensemble will be held at Battle Creek Lakeview HS on Saturday, February 7th. Students & families, please take a close look at the links below for all the details about the event!
Accompanist List (for those doing a solo)
Mattress Fundraiser - Save the Date!
The 9th Annual PN Bands Mattress Fundraiser is scheduled for March 7th, 2026, in the Lower Commons at PNHS. Please save the date, and share THIS flyer with your friends and family!
The BEST thing you can do is PLEASE JOIN THE FACEBOOK EVENT. Share it with EVERYONE you know! The best way to do this well is to let people know!
FACEBOOK EVENT, PLEASE SAY YOU ARE GOING
Spin-Club/Winter Guard
We will be starting our Spin Club/Winter Guard to help our current members continue refining their skills, and for anyone who wants to learn about colorguard!
This is open to ALL Portage Students, grades 8-12. There is NO cost, the only commitment is your time! See the schedule below: all rehearsals will start in the North Middle Band Room.
Super Bowl Squares Fundraiser (NY Trip)
Any adults who’d like to support the Bands & Orchestras, and join in the fun with Super-Bowl Squares ($20 each), can Venmo Bob Yeung at THIS link, and your name and phone number!
Pre-Festival Concert
Our Pre-Festival Concert is scheduled for February 25th, 2026, at 7 pm. This is a chance for our students to perform their Band Festival pieces for a panel of guests, receive feedback, and continue to improve their performance ahead of the MSBOA District Band Festival! Our Indoor Percussion group will also be performing part of their 2026 show, Perihelion!
Band Festival Performances
Here is the performance schedule for the MSBOA District Band Festival, along with the detailed itineraries for each day! More information will be shared as the date approaches for volunteer/chaperone needs!
Wind Ensemble - March 4, 2026, 7:15 pm @ Comstock HS
Concert Band, March 12, 2026, 4:00 pm @ Marshall HS
Symphonic Band, March 12, 2026, 7:25 @ Marshall HS
MSBOA Band Festival FULL Itinerary
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
NBN - Week of Jan. 20
Hello Band Families!
Hope you all had a great snow-day, and students, congrats on making it through finals week! Now that Semester 2 is here, and we are halfway through the school year, we have many exciting updates/events coming up for the Northern Bands!
This is a LONGER newsletter with lots of great information!
THIS WEEK IN BAND:
Wednesday, 1/21
Jazz Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm
Portage Northern Band Booster Meeting, 7 pm
Thursday & Friday, 1/22 & 1/23
Mr. Mufarreh will be out of school these days due to the Michigan Music Conference!
PNIPE, 6-9 pm, Thursday 1/22
Saturday, 1/24
MSBOA All-State Band Performance, 8 am, DeVos Hall
Carmen Briggs will be performing with the All-State Band!
MSOBA District Solo & Ensemble
Solo & Ensemble will be held at Battle Creek Lakeview HS on Saturday, February 7th. Students & families, please take a close look at the links below for all the details about the event!
Accompanist List (for those doing a solo)
Spin-Club/Winter Guard
We will be starting our Spin Club/Winter Guard to help our current members continue refining their skills, and for anyone who wants to learn about colorguard!
This is open to ALL Portage Students, grades 8-12. There is NO cost, the only commitment is your time! See the schedule below: all rehearsals will start in the North Middle Band Room.
Dine & Donate Fundrasier (NY Trip)
To help raise funds for our NY Trip, please consider coming to Red Robin on Thursday, January 28th. This is an ALL-day fundraiser!
Present THIS flyer when dining, and be sure to mention PN Bands & Orchestras for our NYC Trip!
Super Bowl Sqares Fundraiser (NY Trip)
Additionally, we will be selling squares for the super bowl! Please see the flyer below for details! Questions? president.pnbb@gmail.com
Pre-Festival Concert
Our Pre-Festival Concert is scheduled for February 25th, 2026, at 7 pm. This is a chance for our students to perform their Band Festival pieces for a panel of guests, receive feedback, and continue to improve their performance ahead of the MSBOA District Band Festival! Our Indoor Percussion group will also be performing part of their 2026 show, Perihelion!
Band Festival Performances
Here is the performance schedule for the MSBOA District Band Festival, along with the detailed itineraries for each day! More information will be shared as the date approaches for volunteer/chaperone needs!
Wind Ensemble - March 4, 2026, 7:15 pm @ Comstock HS
Concert Band, March 12, 2026, 4:00 pm @ Marshall HS
Symphonic Band, March 12, 2026, 7:25 @ Marshall HS
MSBOA Band Festival FULL Itinerary
Mattress Fundraiser - Save the Date!
The 9th Annual PN Bands Mattress Fundraiser is scheduled for March 7th, 2026, in the Lower Commons at PNHS. Please save the date, and share THIS flyer with your friends and family!
Useful Links
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
NBN - Week of Dec. 8th
Hello Band Families!
It is CONCERT week! Get hype, and check out all of the details below!
Holiday Collage Tickets: https://pndrama.ludus.com/
Monday, 12/8
Jazz Band Rehearsal, 2:50-4:30 pm
Tuesday, 12/9
Holiday Collage Dress Rehearsal, 3-6 pm
Full company meeting in the Auditorium @ 2:50 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, 12/13
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
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
https://www.marshallmusic.com/
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
PN Bands 2025-26 Handbook/Syllabus
Private Lesson Teacher List! (A GREAT way to improve your playing!)
Concert Bands Performance Calendar
PN Bands Google Calendar (Click the link to subscribe to the calendar!)
Recommended Instruments/Supply List
https://www.marshallmusic.com/