Nov 53 min read

ALL ROADS LEAD TO STATE FINALS!

The Marching Millers have had quite a season already, and it isn't over yet! We have a big weekend ahead: We return to Lucas Oil Stadium as state finalists for the second year in a row! These kids are on the road to success!

Marching Band Quick Info

Extra rehearsals this week and next! Watch Mr. Thornbury's emails for info. and check upcoming dates below.
STATE FINALS 11/9 -Noblesville performs at 8:45
BOA Grand Nationals Prelims - Thursday, November 14th at 2:45 pm
Fees - Invoices are now overdue! Contact Jacky Doke at treasurer@noblesvilleband.org with questions.

State Finals

We have quite a weekend ahead of us! Check out the details below for all the info!

Performance Time: 8:45 PM

Awards for Open Class A: 10:30 PM

More Info:

Click here for a link to our website info regarding tickets, parking, and more! Reminder - Lucas Oil has a clear bag policy! Need a clear bag? Watch the band app this week for times you can purchase!

Who has spirit?

Watch the Band App this week for more info on send off, parent pep band, and more! Reminder - Lucas Oil has a clear bag policy! Need a Clear bag? Watch the band app this week for times you can purchase!

State Finals Dinner:

Before heading out, students will enjoy an extra special state finals dinner provided by the boosters, Your pancake breakfast purchases help fund this extra special meal!

Menu: pasta, breadsticks, salad bar, and cake. We could use some helping hands setting up, serving, and cleaning up for a quick exit!

Can you help Saturday? Please click here to sign up for practice, glam squad, or dinner help,

COMMUNITY NIGHT

Join us this Thursday for a fun filled evening of food trucks and performing! This night is an absolute blast.! Bring a few chairs, enjoy some delicious food and chat with other band families! Later, go in and enjoy an extra special rehearsal. Students do a seniors only run through, and parents all have an opportunity to get on the field and be taught to march a portion of the drill by their students!

Schedule: Food trucks serving 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Open rehearsal begins at 6:00 PM

Food trucks to look forward to:

Celtic Pretzels
Poppy's Kettle Korn (kettle corn, soup, and sandwiches)
PI Indy (pizza)
Smokey Blue's BBQ
Donut NV

BOA GRAND NATIONALS

Also on the list of exciting events is BOA Grand Nationals! This event is a BOA event like our recent super finals appearance. This event has bands from all over the country competing for the title of Grand National Champions! There are three rounds for this competition. Preliminaries are November 14th-15th. Semi-finalists will be announced at 9:00 PM Friday 11/15. 30 bands will move forward to semi-finals Saturday morning. This could be a very early morning for the Marching Millers! Finalists are announced Saturday afternoon and finals take place Saturday evening. Check back next week for more info!

Awards and Patches

Many people have been asking about patches and awards. All of the information about how/when a student earns awards is on the band website awards page. At the bottom of the awards page are two helpful links: buy a lost patch/pin and inquire about a patch that was never received. Sarah Scholl or Gretchen Horne will reach out regarding any ordered or overlooked awards.

Volunteers Needed!

Have you met your volunteer requirement for the season? Check with Kim Eshbaugh at volunteers@noblesvilleband.org if you aren't sure!

Met your requirement but just want to help? We would LOVE your help! This is a great time of year to watch practice. The weather is pretty pleasant, and the show is really coming together! Sign up to help here!

Upcoming Dates