Marching band provides a pageantry show with a competitive element to music performance. The Marching Band begins in the summer with sectionals and band camp. Band Camp is mandatory as this is the time we learn the basics of marching and the drill. Class will be 1st period during the 1st quarter of school. Performances will include home football games and 3 or 4 marching competitions. All members will develop their musicianship and marching skills in a corps style show.
NORTH STAR MARCHING BAND CAMP & FALL SCHEDULE 2025
*Times are the start time of the event, likely not call time*
*Schedule subject to change*
Th July 24 7-8 pm Marching Band Form Night LNS Bayou
ALL MEMBERS and PARENTS
F July 25 8 am-noon Leadership Workshop Band Rm
F July 25 1-4 pm New Members/Leaders/Drums/Guard Band Rm
M-F J 28 - A 1 8-5pm Band Camp Band Rm
(noon-1 lunch)
F Aug 1 7 pm Exhibition Performance Grass Practice Field
W Aug 6 6-8:30 pm Full Ensemble Rehearsal Band Rm
Th Aug 7 7-9 pm PICTURE NIGHT Band Rm
T Aug 19 6-8:30 pm Full Ensemble Rehearsal Band Rm
W Aug 20 TBD Gatorfest Band Rm
T Aug 26 6-8:30 pm Full Ensemble Rehearsal Band Rm
F Aug 29 7 pm LNS vs. Lincoln Southwest FB Seacrest Field
T Sept 9 6-8:15 pm Full Ensemble Rehearsal Band
Th Sept 11 7 pm LNS vs. Elkhorn South FB Union Bank Stadium
HOMECOMING
T Sept 16 6-8pm Full Ensemble Rehearsal Band Rm
T Sept 23 6-8 pm Full Ensemble Rehearsal Band Rm
S Sept 27 All Day Columbus Marching Festival Columbus, NE
F Oct 3 7 pm LNS vs. Omaha Northwest FB Union Bank Stadium
S Oct 11 All Day Sounds of Excellence Marching Contest Elkhorn High School
F Oct 17 7 pm LNS vs. Millard West FB Seacrest Field
Senior Night
S Oct 18 All Day LPS Marching Contest Seacrest Field
S Oct 25 All Day NSBA Marching Contest Seacrest Field
F Nov 7 5 pm Marching Band Banquet LNS Bayou
*Student/Locker check-out dates are again during band camp. Marching Band students MUST attend LNS Readiness Days (with parents) on Thursday, July 31st from 4pm-6pm.
**Marching Band Class is 1st Period (7am-7:50am). 7am rehearsals will begin on Wednesday, August 13th. Our last 7am rehearsal will be Friday, October 24th.
Uniforms - Marching Band
Uniform- Having always the same form, manner, or degree; not varying or variable; conforming to one rule or mode. Webster’s Definition.
During Band Camp you will be assigned the following as part of your uniform – coat, pants, hat, hat box, and garment bag. Following are the do’s and don’ts of uniforms. If you have any questions, the uniform moms will assist you.
1. Your uniform and hat will be stored at the school at all times. If we do not have
transportation to an event, uniforms will be checked out after school the day of the event.
2. Uniforms will be checked in prior to the Spring semester finals. Any missing pieces
will need to be paid for before you will be allowed to take finals.
3. Your uniform is to be kept in clean and wrinkle-free condition. Uniforms will be hung properly after every use. If parts need to be cleaned, you will take them to a dry cleaner chosen by the director. Places and procedures will be explained in class.
4. Your band shoes will be clean and polished before using.
5. Your gloves will be clean (this means you wash them if they are dirty). Open- holed woodwinds need to cut off the fingers.
6. Do not wear any makeup while in uniform.
7. You will all have on shorts (athletic shorts) and the band shirt under your uniform. Shorts and T-shirts allow us to change into uniform in the band room.
8. You will have nothing pinned or attached to your uniform.
9. All jewelry and watches will be removed. (studs may be worn in pierced ears.)
10. ALL hair longer than the uniform collar must be put up in the hat. NO
EXCEPTIONS. NO COLOR DYED hair may be seen.
11. You will wear the complete uniform when in the public eye. No taking off coats
unless the whole group does it together.
12. No other hats or bandannas may be worn.
13. There is to be NO EATING while in uniform. Plan snacks and meals accordingly for game days and competitions.
Your pride in being a member of the Lincoln North Star Marching Band is reflected in the way you wear your uniform. The director, drum majors, and uniform parents will conduct a uniform inspection prior to each performance. Any member will be removed from the performance block if improper care of his/her uniform is apparent, or the member is not wearing his/her uniform satisfactorily.
Marching Band VOLUNTEER Sign-up
A one-stop sign-up for Volunteers and Help needed for Gamedays & Competitions
Volunteers Needed for:
Truck drivers to transport the trailer
Parents to assist with plumes
A parent to videotape halftime performances at football games
Please record on your own device…. You make record from the top of press boxes
Chaperones to ride on busses as assist at contests
Etc.
Sign up Here: https://signup.com/go/cQUJAKQ
Thank you in advance for helping this season be a success!
Enjoy contributing “behind the scenes”!!!
Build relationships with students, directors, and fellow band parents!!!
Have Fun and make memories!!!
Please remember to fill out the Level III Volunteer Application (Under Get Involved Tab in LNSPAB)
Things to know about Football Games
There is no food or drink (excluding water) that is allowed in the band section. Nor can you eat in Uniform
We remain standing the entire game unless there is an injury on the field
Watch the game. We play in response to what happens on the field and the energy the band brings has an affect on the field!
Don’t know football???..... Time to learn!!!
Watch and listen for cutoffs, Cues, or directions given by the drum majors and directors
Percussionists must stay in their instrument area
3rd Quarter Off
Keep track of your Stuff!!!
Bring your own water bottle
STAY IN YOUR SPOT!!!
Inform you section leader if you go somewhere within the stadium
You cannot leave the game early unless you have worked it out with the directors
Be flexible information can change a lot don’t get too upset over it
Music things to know about Football Games
First rule of pep band play loud and play fast but also play together by watching the drum major and listening to the group
There are dances, chants, and horn moves in cadences and songs they are not required but are encouraged (if you are the only one not doing them you will look out of place)
Section leaders teach people chants, dances, and calls
Fight Song: played after touchdowns, when team comes on the field, after the game is over, and as last song in show usually, sign is an F made with the fingers
Tag: the last two measures of the fight song followed by the LNS’, played after every first down and whenever LNS starts on Offense Sign used is the Rock N’ Roll hand sign
Jaws: played for kick off, please ask you section leaders to teach you, Sign is arms opening and closing like jaws
Trumpet Calls: Short tunes played at time outs ….. All instruments are welcome to learn and play, typically played during timeouts.
Cadences: Drumline Specific songs. The Groove of Friday Night Lights. Typically played at timeouts and any time the other team starts on Offense.
Finally
Be Smart and Represent our school, our band, and ourselves!
Remember despite all of these things the most important thing is to have fun! (The more you pay attention to the game & engaged with the band, the more fun you will have)
North Star Marching Band
Contest Expectations
All school rules apply for all school activities.
You’re not yourself when you are hungry, dehydrated, or tired. Plan ahead & think ahead.
No eating in uniform. You can bring snacks or buy from concessions. BRING WATER!
All students must ride on the bus, unless prior arrangements are made with parent consent
Bus etiquette, be considerate of others and “read the room”
Take care of your personal items. Don’t bring anything you don’t want lost, stolen, or broken.
Band Members stay the whole time unless signed out by a Parent/Guardian after our final performance.
Watch other bands. It’s a great way to learn and get ideas for future shows.
While we are not warming-up or performing, students are expected to be in the stadium (preferred) or at the buses.
You are not permitted on the “other bus.”
Be respectful to other bands. Politely clap at the end and don’t move during performances.
Put your uniforms away correctly and responsibly.
Please be in a group of 3 when traveling around.
Follow instructions from directors, chaperones, band parents and drum majors.
Be flexible. There is going to be a lot of “Hurry Up and Wait” time. Weather happens and that’s OK.
Remember we are representing our school, band and ourselves: Language, Actions, & Attitude - “You’re always being judged.”
Have an attitude of gratitude: Constantly THANK, Chaperones, LNSPAB, Bus Drivers, & the Event Hosts.
We’re there to have fun while performing, so show up prepared to show up and show off your hard work
Be selfless, not selfish
Level III Volunteer
Volunteers who come into contact with students on/off campus are expected to complete a LPS Level III Application
LPS.org Keyword: VOLUNTEER
OR Fill out Here: https://wapp.lps.org/gold/volunteer/overview.cfm
LPS Employees must fill out
Please Complete every year you plan on volunteering
Marching Band Volunteers, Fundraiser Volunteers, Orlando Trip, etc.
Level III Volunteer status is good for 3 years!