Performance & Event Questions
Get an idea of what a typical event day looks like – Looking for info about a specific event? Check the Calendar or Weekly Email/Posts for more details.
What is an example schedule for a football game?
Arrival times and agenda vary per event, be sure to check the weekly email for the exact schedule. Here’s an example of what to expect for Football Games:
6:00 pm Report to band room in full uniform
6:35 pm Head to field
6:50 pm Pre-game tunnel and performance
7:00 pm Game starts – play in stands during game
9:30 pm Game ends – return equipment and dismissal
***We will usually perform what we can of our show at halftime of each game we attend.
What is an example schedule for a Saturday Competition?
Arrival times and agenda vary per event, be sure to check the weekly email for the exact schedule. Here’s an example of what to expect for Competitions:
9:00 am Report to school for practice
12:00 pm Lunch (provided)
1:00 pm Practice
3:00 pm Pack up, eat dinner (Bring your own), change into uniforms
4:30 pm Depart for performance
6:00 pm Arrive at performance site
7:15 pm Warm-up
8:15 pm Perform
9:00 pm Awards
9:30 pm Depart for home
10:30 pm Arrive at school/unload/dismissal
Are there events outside of Marching/Football Season?
Yes, the band typically performs at 3 parades (Memorial Day and 2 for Christmas), and school functions. Specific opportunities are shared on the calendar as they are scheduled.
Attendance & Absences
Learn about rehearsal requirements, reporting absences, and how attendance affects participation in performances.
What is the practice schedule like?
All practices will be added to the Ensembles Calendar and should be checked regularly for updates. The band practices rain or shine, but typically practice will be moved indoors during rain. All rehearsals are mandatory, including:
- Summer wind, percussion, and guard sectionals (May–July)
- Pre-Camp, Band Camp, and Post-Camp in July–August
- Regular season rehearsals:
- Mondays 5:30–9:00 pm, Wednesdays 5:30–9:00 pm,
- Fridays for select home games, and Saturdays for shows.
How do I report a pre-arranged absence or tardiness?
The registration packet will include a page to report any known absences (family vacations, etc). After submission of that packet, notify Mr. Green by email or phone 2 weeks in advance.
What if a student is sick or injured?
Notify Mr. Green by email or phone before the start of practice. Consecutive absences (2+ days) due to illness may require a doctor’s note. Minor injuries that allow observation or limited participation should still attend practice.
What are the consequences of unexcused absences or tardies?
- Any unexcused absence may result in sitting out the next performance.
- Multiple unexcused tardies (2+) may also result in missing a performance.
- Multiple excused absences may result in sitting out if safety or preparation is a concern.
- Three unexcused absences may result in removal from the marching band.
Season Requirements & Costs
Understand the fees, fundraising opportunities, volunteer expectations, and payment deadlines for the 2025 season.
What are the total costs for the season?
2025 season costs per student:
- Band Camp/Summer Camp: $350
- Indianapolis Grand Nationals: $450
- Operations (staffing, equipment, transportation, show fees, etc.): $650
- Total: $1,450
Can students fundraise to offset fees?
Yes, families can participate in events such as:
- Hungry Howie’s sale (spring)
- Football Mania Sales (summer)
Additional opportunities to raise funds for the student’s personal accounts may become available throughout the season.
What volunteer hours are required for parents?
Minimum 10 hours per family:
- 5 hours at Huron Valley Invitational (Sep 13 show)
- 5 hours general volunteering (e.g., prop crew, chaperone, kitchen, fundraising help)
- Additionally, each family is required to sell 5 FootballMania tickets that will go towards the band, any additional ticket sales go to the student’s account
What are the opt-out options for volunteering or fundraising?
Families may opt out by paying:
- Football Mania fundraiser: $70
- Volunteer hours: $200 ($100 general, $100 HVI)
- Total opt-out fee: $270
When are payment deadlines?
Payments for fees and camps are scheduled May–September. Fundraising and volunteer opt-out payments are due by specified dates (see Band Contract).
Uniforms & Apparel
Find out what uniform items are provided, what you need to purchase, and how to order and care for your apparel.
What uniforms are provided by the marching band?
- Winds & Percussion: Issued a standard marching band uniform, plus any show-specific costume for the year.
- Guard: Issued a themed uniform.
- 👉 All official uniforms belong to HVMB and are returned at the end of your membership.
New Members (ALL): HVMB band jacket and HVMB t-shirt (required for informal uniform uses).
What uniform items do members purchase and keep?
- Winds & Percussion: Marching shoes (Dinkles, ~$40) and gloves ($5/pair for winds only).
- Guard: Shoes and gloves (~$40–$50, ordered once the final design is confirmed).
- 👉 These are yours to keep and can be reused each season.
How and when do I order required items?
- Band Jackets & T-Shirts: Ordered online by July 1, 2025 (mandatory for new members; optional replacements for returning).
- Marching Shoes & Gloves (Winds/Percussion): Hard copy order form + payment, separate from online apparel order – Details provided during season kick-off meeting
- Guard Shoes & Gloves: Hard copy order form + payment, after design is finalized.
Are there optional apparel items?
Yes! Spirit wear such as show tour shirts, hats, jerseys, sweats, and water bottles will be available for purchase by members, staff, and families. These are optional and meant to show support for the band.
- Order 1 (uniform essentials + optional apparel): due July 1, 2025
- Order 2 (final apparel order): due Sept. 1, 2025