NCHS Orchestra Updates 5.15.26

Post-Concert Reception: 

We are still in need of many more cookie donations for the post-concert reception. Very few families have signed up so far, and without additional help we simply will not be able to provide a reception honoring our seniors after the concert. If you are able to contribute, we would greatly appreciate the support. We need to have the list filled quickly though to determine whether or not to cancel the reception.

Senior Information: 

Seniors should report at 5:30 pm on concert night to run through the senior piece one final time. Seniors are also expected to attend rehearsal during the school day on Monday, even though today is officially their last day. After all of the senior activities, AP testing, and schedule disruptions of the past few weeks, it is critical that we have one final rehearsal together before the concert that evening. They should check in at the greeter's station, and then check out and leave the building immediately following rehearsal. Seniors should also plan to return their uniform during class that day.

Concert Information: 

Call time for Seniors and Chamber Orchestra is 5:30 pm. Call time for Concert, Sinfonia, and Intermezzo orchestras is 6:00 pm. The concert will begin at 7:00 pm, and the house will open to the public at 6:00 pm.

Uniform Return: 

Uniform return is part of the final grade requirement and should happen immediately following the concert, so students should bring clothes to change into afterward. ALL tuxedo parts must be returned. Dresses belonging to students who will not be returning next year must also be turned in. Students returning next year who currently have a dress should simply launder it and keep it until the fall.

NCHS Orchestra Update 5.8.26

Dress Rehearsal: A reminder that next week’s dress rehearsal on Wednesday, May 13 from 3:30–5:00 pm is for Chamber Orchestra and ALL seniors only. We will be working on the senior piece during this rehearsal.

Post-Concert Reception: We are now collecting cookie donations for the post-concert reception. Thank you in advance for helping us celebrate our students and seniors following the performance. Please click here and help us fill the list by the end of the weekend!

Best Communities for Music Education: Unit 5 has once again been recognized as one of the Best Communities for Music Education for its unwavering commitment to creating an environment where each child can learn and grow with music. This recognition reflects the support of our teachers, administrators, parents, and community, and we are proud to be part of such a strong tradition of music education.

Fundraising Coordinator: We are still in need of someone willing to step into the Fundraising Coordinator position for next year. Melissa Miles will be leaving the role as her senior graduates this spring, and we would love to have someone begin transitioning into the position before the end of the year. If you are interested or would like more information, please reach out - this is an incredibly important role in supporting opportunities for our music students and programs.