Winter Percussion
We welcome you to become part of a highly acclaimed musical organization. Newtown Winter Percussion (NWP) is open to ALL members of the NHS Marching Band (you do not need to be a pit or drumline member to join) and to other students at Newtown High School by audition. Middle school students are welcome and we will try to find spots for any student that shows an interest in our ensemble. Spots will be assigned by the NWP Staff.
PHILOSOPHY: The goal of this ensemble (aside from the obvious improvement of the group) is to instill pride and ownership of the percussion section by all of its members. We will support the band, its director, and the color guard programs. We will have fun and we will always strive for excellence.
PHILOSOPHY: The goal of this ensemble (aside from the obvious improvement of the group) is to instill pride and ownership of the percussion section by all of its members. We will support the band, its director, and the color guard programs. We will have fun and we will always strive for excellence.
2019-20 Winter Percussion
Newtown Winter Percussion (NWP) is open to ALL members of the NHS Marching Band (you do not need to be a pit or drumline member to join) and other students at Newtown High School by audition. Anyone interested in joining Winter Percussion should attend our Audition/Parent Meeting on Monday, November 20th, in the NHS band room. Spots are available to students with no experience in both the front ensemble and cymbal line. We will try to find spots for any student that shows an interest in our ensemble. Spots will be assigned by the NWP Staff.
Monday, November 18th (mandatory)
5:30 pm - 8:15 pm ~ Auditions
8:30 pm - 9 pm ~ Parent Meeting
Practices & Competition Schedule (all dates are maintained on our calendar)
Rehearsals and competitions are mandatory for all members. Any conflicts need to be brought to be brought to the attention of the NWP Staff before they occur (if possible). Rehearsals will be at Newtown High School band room and cafetorium.
Our practices begin on Wednesday, November 20th
Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (5:45 pm arrival)
Saturdays: *subject to change! Check email for that week!
Photos and videos can be viewed on our Media Links page.
Questions? Contact:
Newtown Winter Percussion (NWP) is open to ALL members of the NHS Marching Band (you do not need to be a pit or drumline member to join) and other students at Newtown High School by audition. Anyone interested in joining Winter Percussion should attend our Audition/Parent Meeting on Monday, November 20th, in the NHS band room. Spots are available to students with no experience in both the front ensemble and cymbal line. We will try to find spots for any student that shows an interest in our ensemble. Spots will be assigned by the NWP Staff.
Monday, November 18th (mandatory)
5:30 pm - 8:15 pm ~ Auditions
8:30 pm - 9 pm ~ Parent Meeting
Practices & Competition Schedule (all dates are maintained on our calendar)
Rehearsals and competitions are mandatory for all members. Any conflicts need to be brought to be brought to the attention of the NWP Staff before they occur (if possible). Rehearsals will be at Newtown High School band room and cafetorium.
Our practices begin on Wednesday, November 20th
Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (5:45 pm arrival)
Saturdays: *subject to change! Check email for that week!
- 11/23: (9-5)
- 12/7: (10-9)
- 12/14: (9-5)
- Christmas Camp: Saturday 12/21 (10-9) & Sunday 12/22 (9-5)
- 1/04: (10-9) *First Rehearsal after Winter Break
- 1/11: (9-5)
- 1/15: Parent & Winter Show Meeting, 7:30 pm @ NHS in Rm. B146
- 1/18: No practice for MLK Weekend
- 1/21: My Place Fundraiser for Newtown Percussion
- 1/25: (10-9)
- 2/01: (10-9)
- 2/08: (10-9)
- 2/15: (10-9)
- 2/19: Parent & Winter Show Meeting, 7:30 pm @ NHS in Rm. B146
- 2/22: NHS Winter Extravaganza (Home Show)
- 2/29: WGI Trumbull Regional
- 3/7: Trumbull HS
- 3/13: Friday Practice, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- 3/14-15: WGI Eastern Power Regional @ Toms River, NJ
- 3/18: Parent Meeting, 7:30 pm @ NHS in Rm. B146
- 3/21: Practice, 9-1 - No Competition due to the School Musical
- 3/28: MAC Show in CT, venue TBD
- 4/4: MAC Championships @ Westhill HS in Stamford, CT
- 4/6: Practice, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
- 4/11: Practice, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- 4/14: Practice & Dayton Send-Off Show, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
- 4/15: Depart for Dayton @ 5:30 am
- 4/16: WGI Open Prelims
- 4/17: WGI Open Semi-Finals
- 4/18: WGI Open & World Finals, departure for Newtown
- 4/19: Arrival back in Newtown around noon
- 4/27: Banquet, 5:30 - 9:00 pm @ NHS New Cafe
Photos and videos can be viewed on our Media Links page.
Questions? Contact:
- Ricky Grasso: [email protected]
- Pia Ledina: [email protected]
Previous Years
Pictures and videos can be found on our Media Links page.
2015 Show
2016 Show
2017 Show
2018 Show
Pictures and videos can be found on our Media Links page.
2015 Show
2016 Show
2017 Show
2018 Show
All Photographs Courtesy of Thomas Allen Photography and NHSBPC members.
Please do not use without written permission.
©2015 NHSBPC
Please do not use without written permission.
©2015 NHSBPC