Marching Band: Stevenson Instrumental Music Program
The 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.
| 26-27 Marching Band Calendar (last updated 3/4/26) |
| April 2026 |
| Tue 4/7 | 26-27 Color Guard Clinics begin @ SHS |
| Mon 4/13 | 26-27 Marching Band Kickoff Meeting @ SHS |
| May 2026 |
| Fri 5/15 | • Register for 26-27 Marching Band |
| • Verification of 2026 Marching Band Quick Start Guide | |
| • Complete/Submit Allergy and Medical Information Form | |
| • Pay $150 deposit for 26-27 Marching Band | |
| • Pay for marching shoes (new members) | |
| Tue 5/26, 4:30 PM | Rank Captain/Section Leader/Field Commander Tryouts (Day 1) |
| Thu 5/28, 4:30 PM | Rank Captain/Section Leader/Field Commander Tryouts (Day 2) |
| June 2026 |
| Tue 6/2, 2:30 PM | Drum Major Conducting Portion |
| Wed 6/10, 12-2 PM | First all-band music rehearsal |
| Tue 6/16 | Summer drumline rehearsals begin (tentative) |
| July 2026 |
| Tue 7/7 | Summer twice-a-week sectionals begin (winds & leadership team) |
| August 2026 |
| M 8/3 - F 8/7 | Home Camp |
| M 8/10 - Th 8/13 | Away Camp @ Michindoh |
| Tue 8/25, 6-8 PM | Tu & Th weekly rehearsals begin (thru Marching Festival) |
| Sa 8/29 | Polish Day Parade (Warren) |
| September 2026 |
| Mon 9/7 | Peach Festival Parade (Romeo) |
| Fri 9/11 | Home football vs. Dakota |
| Sun 9/13 | Good Old Days Parade (Richmond) |
| Fri 9/25 | Home football vs. Chippewa Valley |
| October 2026 |
| Fri 10/9 | Home football vs. Romeo |
| Tu 10/13 or W 10/14 | MSBOA Marching Band Festival |
| Fri 10/23 | Home football vs. Anchor Bay |
| Thu 10/29 | Instrumental Music Fall Concert (includes full Marching Band) |
| November 2026 |
| Mon 11/16 | Marching Band Banquet |
| Sat 11/21 | Santa Claus Parade (Mt. Clemens) |
| 2026 Away Football Games |
| F 8/28 @ Bedford / Th 9/3 @ Utica / F 9/18 @ GP South / F 10/2 @ Ike / F 10/16 @ Anchor Bay |
| 2026 MHSAA Football Playoff Schedule |
| F 10/30 or Sa 10/31 | District Semifinals |
| F 11/6 or Sa 11/7 | District Finals |
| F 11/13 or Sa 11/14 | Regional Finals |
| Sat 11/21 | Division 1 State Semifinals, 1 PM |
| Sat 11/28 | Division 1 State Final @ Ford Field |
General info about the MHSAA Football Playoffs: The 32 teams with the most playoff points based on record and quality of opponents qualify in each Division. As one of the largest high schools in the state, Stevenson plays in Division 1. The 32 qualifying teams are then divided into districts and regions to help minimize travel in the early rounds.
The team with the highest playoff points typically receives a home game in the first three rounds of the playoffs with the option to play Friday night or on Saturday. State semifinals are played Saturday afternoon at a neutral site and the final takes place at Ford Field.
Marching Bands from both schools are welcome (but not required) to perform at all MHSAA football playoff games with each band allotted half of the time.
Registration, Paperwork, and Payments for the 2026-27 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.
Step 1: Complete and submit online Registration Form - Due May 15, 2026
Required. To be completed by all prospective Marching Band members:
→ Registration Link: forms.office.com/r/bhb8Ls00HQ
Step 2: Pay $150 non-refundable deposit - Due May 15, 2026
Required. To be completed by all Marching Band members:
→ Payment Link: www.stevensonbands.org/26-marching-band-payments
Step 3: Order and purchase marching shoes - Due May 15, 2026
→ Payment Link: www.stevensonbands.org/26-marching-band-payments
Step 4: Read the Marching Band Quick-Start Guide, then complete and return the verification of receipt - Due May 15, 2026
Required. To be completed by all Marching Band members:
→ Link: forms.office.com/r/6ub5rhfTSg
Step 5: Complete and submit the Member Medical Information Form online - Due May 15, 2026
Required. To be completed by all Marching Band members:
→ Form Link: forms.office.com/r/dXUa5UMiyK
Step 6: Complete full payment of Marching Band fee - Due July 31, 2026
Required. To be completed by all Marching Band members:
→ Payment Link: www.stevensonbands.org/26-marching-band-payments
Step 7: Completion/upload of sports physical using MHSAA physical form to BigTeams - Due July 31, 2026
Required. To be completed by all 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 prior to the beginning of all camps (home and away). 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, 2026).
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!

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 the band director, and returned to the counseling department to complete eligibility.
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| History of Stevenson High School Marching Band Shows since 1992 |
| 2026: TBA | |
| 2025: In the Groove | 2024: Dual of the Fates |
| 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: James Bond |
| 1995: Beethoven Show | 1994: Fiddler on the Roof |
| 1993: Broadway Show | 1992: Cartoon Show |
Updated March 4, 2026
2018-19 Stevenson Titans Marching Band