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Titans Marching Band

Stevenson MarchersThe Stevenson High School Marching Band is proud to have built a long and consistent tradition of excellence.

The band performs annually at MSBOA Festival and Utica Community Schools' Band-a-Rama and has participated at regional marching activites throughout Metropolitan Detroit and Southeastern Michigan.

Traveling away from Michigan, the SHS Marching Band has performed in Orlando, Miami, and Washington, DC.

The band represents Stevenson High School in Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA.

 


Marching Band Items:


 

2023-24 Marching Band Calendar (subject to change, last updated 9/28/2023)
September 2023
Fri Sep 29, 4:30 PM Homecoming Parade (call time 3:45 PM @ the church)
Fri Sep 29, 7:00 PM HOMECOMING football game vs. Chippewa Valley
October 2023
Sun Oct 1, 10 AM - 4 PM Mini Home Camp I
Tue Oct 3, 6 - 9 PM Full Band Rehearsal
Sun Oct 8, 12 - 5 PM Mini Home Camp II
Sun, Oct 8, 7 PM UCS Band-a-Rama (@ Utica HS)
Tue Oct 10, 5 - 7 PM Full Band Rehearsal
Wed Oct 11, 2:30 PM Pre-Festival Walkthrough @ SHS
Wed Oct 11, 6:30 PM MSBOA Marching Band Festival @ Troy High School
Fri Oct 13, 7 PM Home football game vs. Fraser (Senior Night)
Tue, Oct 17, 5 - 8 PM Tuesday Night Lights @ Davis JHS
Away Football Games
Fridays @ 7 PM 10/6 @ Anchor Bay; 10/20 @ Roch. Adams
2023 MHSAA Football Playoff Schedule
District Semifinals Fri Oct 27 or Sat Oct 28
District Finals Fri Nov 3 or Sat Nov 4
Regional Finals Fri Nov 10 or Sat Nov 11
State Semifinals Sat Nov 18, 1 PM
State Finals Sun Nov 26, 1 PM @ Ford Field
December 2023
Thu Dec 14, 3:30 - 4:30 PM Indoor Concert Rehearsal (Full Marching Band)
Mon Dec 18, 6:30 PM (doors open 6 PM) Marching Band Banquet
Tue Dec 19, 7 PM Stevenson Winter Concert

 

Click here for a PDF version of the 2023-24 calendar for printing (updated 8/1/23)


Registration, Paperwork, and Payments for the 2023-24 Stevenson Marching Band:

There are 7 steps to complete in order to be fully registered and cleared to participate in Marching Band, including attending away camp. Registration is now closed. 

  1. Completion of online registration form (closed / everyone has completed)
  2. Payment of a $150 non-refundable deposit (closed / everyone has completed)
  3. Order and purchase required apparel items (now due)
  4. Download and read the 2023-24 Marching Band Handbook, then submit the Marching Band Contract online (closed / everyone has completed)
  5. Complete and return the Member Medical Information Form (now due)
  6. Complete full payment marching band fee (now due)
  7. Obtain a sports physical, then upload the completed MHSAA Physical form to Big Teams, with all sections filled out (now due)

 

Step 1: Complete and submit online Registration Form (closed)

Required. To be completed by all prospective 2023-24 Marching Band members (closed):

  • Reserves your theme T-shirt
  • Identifies instrumentation for drill
  • Secures your spot in the marching drill / front line position
  • Collects contact info should there be an urgent communication need
  • To be completed by a parent/guardian

→ Registration Link: closed / everyone has completed

 

Step 2: Pay a $150 non-refundable deposit - due at registration

Required. To be completed by all prospective 2023-24 Marching Band members:

→ Payment Link: www.stevensonbands.org/2023marchingbandpayments

 

Step 3: Order and purchase required apparel items - now due

  • All Marching Band members, except Colorguard, are REQUIRED to own the following items for the season:
  • Purchased through the band (only):
  • Marching Band Shoes (cost: $45)
  • Navy blue performance t-shirt (cost: $22 - $24)

→ Payment Link: www.stevensonbands.org/2023marchingbandpayments

 

  • In addition, all Marching Band members, including Colorguard, must own a pair of white shorts that are worn as part of a summer uniform. These shorts are purchased on your own (the sooner, the better!).
  • Requirements for summer uniform white shorts:
  • No stripes – must be solid white
  • No athletic-style shorts (no elastic waistbands)
  • Clean / professional appearance (no rips, stains, minimal wrinkling)
  • Mid-thigh length or longer
  • Comfortable fit / do not hinder ability to march
  • Suggestions for Summer Uniform White Shorts:
  • Flat khaki-style strongly preferred over cargo-style (minimal pockets)
  • Shop early! White shorts are harder to find in July & August vs. spring and early summer
  • Online stores may have a better selection

 

Step 4: Download and read the Marching Band Handbook, then complete and return the Marching Band contract online - closed

Required. To be completed by all prospective 2023-24 Marching Band members:

  • Click below to complete and submit the Marching Band Contract for 2023-24:
  • → Contract Submission Link: closed / everyone has completed

 

Step 5: Complete and submit the Member Medical Information Form online - closed

Required. To be completed by all prospective 2023-24 Marching Band members:

  • Provides essential information about your student to assist those caring for them during camp weeks
  • Assists with camp logistics and preparation
  • To be completed by a parent/guardian

 

Step 6: Complete full payment of Marching Band fee - due Friday, August 4th, 2023

Required. To be completed by all prospective 2023-24 Marching Band members:

  • Covers the cost of home and away camps
  • Helps offset costs of instructors, purchase of show music, and other items for the season that support all marching band students
  • Includes Theme T-Shirt and white performance gloves (certain sections)

→ Payment Link: www.stevensonbands.org/2023marchingbandpayments

 

Step 7: Completion of sports physical and upload of MHSAA physical form to BigTeams - Due Sunday, August 6th, 2023

Required. To be completed by all prospective 2023-24 Marching Band members:

Mandatory current-year physicals are a UCS rule for the safety of all members of the Marching Band and must be completed and uploaded to Big Teams by August 6, 2023 - the Sunday before home camp. This rule applies to all UCS marching bands, summer camps, and athletic-related activities (note: all physicals must have been completed on or after April 15th, 2023).

 

 


Resources for the 2023-24 Stevenson Marching Band

 

  • 2023-24 Titans Color Guard Packet: Click below to download and print at home.

Hydration Information for all Marching Band Students

It is critically important to have a proper water container available during marching band activities - throughout the season.

Having their own water source helps ensure the marcher has access to get the hydration they need in the most safe, effective, and hygienic way possible.

1/2 gallon or 1 gallon water jugs as pictured below can be found at retailers such as Target, Amazon.com, Walmart, and more. Every marcher should have one!

water jug

Receiving Physical Education Flex Credit for completing 2 full seasons of Marching Band: A student may be able to waive the graduation requirement of 1/2 credit of Physical Education (gym class) following the completion of two seasons of Marching Band between 9th and 12th grades. In addition to 100% participation, the proper paperwork must be completed, signed by Mr. Sekich, and returned to the counseling department to complete eligibility.

 

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A history of recent Marching Band Shows
2023: Nightmare in the Shadows 2022: Return to Broadway
2021: Rock of Ages 2020: Behind the Mask
2019: The Music of Queen 2018: Super Bowl Halftime Hits
2017: Wizards & Magic 2016: Friends
2015: Heart of a Hero 2014: Once Upon a Time
2013: Vegas, Baby! 2012: Welcome to the Jungle
2011: Road Trip USA! 2010: The Piano Man Show
2009: Les Miserables 2008: Motown USA
2007: The Beatles 2006: Hollywood Highlights
2005: Jeckyll & Hyde 2004: The Mask of Zorro
2003: Disney Fantasmic 2002: Jesus Christ Superstar
2001: Aaron Copland 2000: West Side Story
1999: Star Wars 1998: Big Band Jazz
1997: Western Show 1996: Beethoven Show
1995: James Bond 1994: Fiddler on the Roof
1993: Broadway Show 1992: Cartoon Show

 

Updated  June 18, 2023


2018-19 Stevenson Marching Band

2018-19 Stevenson Titans Marching Band