Dear Music Families and Staff,
March is here, and it is Music in Our Schools Month, a time to recognize the incredible impact music education has on our students’ academic growth, creativity, discipline, and overall development. Throughout this month, we celebrate not only the achievements of our musicians, but also the dedication of our teachers and the support of our families who make it all possible.
Our winter competition seasons are well underway, and it has been incredible to see our students representing Nutley with pride, talent, and dedication. From honors ensembles to competitive performances, our musicians continue to demonstrate the strength and excellence of our program at every level.
This month also marks the kickoff of our elementary concerts. It is always a special time to see our youngest musicians take the stage and showcase their growth and hard work.
We are excited to kick off our $1,000 Amazon Gift Card Raffle. We encourage everyone to participate and help spread the word as we continue raising funds to support our students and music programs across the district.
We are also launching a new student credit fundraiser with Nothing Bundt Cakes. This is a great opportunity for families to earn student credit while enjoying a sweet treat. Please review the details below for ordering information and important dates.
As our students and directors continue preparing for spring concerts and regional ensemble festivals, our Nutley High School musicians and directors will travel to California at the end of this month. We are looking forward to some warmer weather and sunshine. Speaking of trips, registration for the JHWMS Dorney Park trip is now open. Please see more details below regarding payment deadlines and important information.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out directly or join us at our General Membership Meeting on March 9. We are here to help and to advocate for our teachers, our students, and the continued strength of our music program.
Together, we will continue building on one of Nutley’s greatest success stories.
Sal Scarpelli
NMBA President
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March General Membership Meeting
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Our next General Meeting will be held on Monday, March 9 both in-person in the NHS Auditorium and via Google Meet beginning at 7pm.
- Missed the January Meeting? View the video and meeting documents by clicking here
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Celebrating Student & Ensemble Accomplishments
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The following students auditioned and were selected to the following honors ensembles:
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NJACDA Jr. High All-State Mixed Choir
Javier Aranda, Adelyne Astudillo Rodriguez, Sophie Bergen, Fiona Cami, Gianna Marie D'Elia, Sienna Horowitz, Penelope DelPiano, Geneva Gau, Gabriella Nason, Andrew Richards, Kylie Seborowski
- NJACDA Jr. High All-State Treble Choir
Angelina Healy, Scarlett Luzzi, Neharika Mithun Thoppil
- NJSMA Region 1 Intermediate Concert Band
Megan Quach (Mallet Percussion)
- NJSMA Region 1 Intermediate Mixed Choir
Javier Aranda, Gwenyth Aman-Iannuzzelli, Adelyne Astudillo Rodriguez, Sophie Bergen, Owen Blanchard, Emma Canaan, Fiona Cami, Natalia Crudup, Penelope DelPiano, Violetta DiPrimio, Jonathan Labbao, Hailey McDermott, Sophie Merino, Gabriella Nason, Andrew Richards, Kayla Rodriguez, Kylie Seborowski, Emma Tarife, Neharika Mithun Thoppil, Addison Thompson
- NJSMA Region 1 Intermediate Treble Choir
Judith Christe, Siena Davino, Gianna Marie D'Elia, Geneva Gau, Jayne Gugliuzza, Sienna Horowitz, Scarlett Luzzi, Neslisah Varol
Special Recognition:
- Congratulations to Fiona Cami (All-State and Regions) and Jonathan Labbao (Regions) for achieving the highest scores for their voice parts, and to Javier Aranda, Penelope DelPiano, Andrew Richards, Kylie Seborowski, and Emma Tarife for placing in the top five in their respective voice parts.
- Congratulations to high school region choir students Makayla Albert, Noah Blasiak, and Lincoln Boyes, who performed solo parts during the concert held on February 14.
- The following six students have been recognized for being members of the region choir since middle school: Alexandra Amiths, Cameron Anderson, Lincoln Boyes, Veronica Daniels, Samuel Guanzon, and Emerson Morales.
Winter Competition Scores
- NHS Winter Guard
- West Orange - 1/24 - 50.98
- Pegasus - 2/7 - 54.04 (3rd)
- WGI Philly Regional - 2/21 - 62.240
- NHS Indoor Percussion Ensemble
- West Milford - 2/21 - 74.25 (2nd)
- JFK - 2/28 - 77.40 (2nd)
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NHS Indoor Percussion Kicked Off their Season on February 21
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Our NHS Indoor Percussion Ensemble commenced their 2026 competition season at West Milford High School on Saturday, February 21. We wish them the best of success as they advance through their season.
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Fundraising Opportunities
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- For Fundraising Chairperson contact information, please consult the notice in the BAND App or see the attached Fundraising Flyer.
- For your student’s current fundraising balance, please contact NMBA Treasurer, Teresa Bonilla at trealpebonilla2018@gmail.com.
- Need a fast fundraising rundown? View our 5-minute Screencast.
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** LAUNCHING MARCH 9 **
March 9 - March 22, 2026
Fundraising Credit: $2 for each $7 bundtlet cake sold
Just in time for Easter and Spring Break, we’re partnering with Nothing Bundt Cakes in Wayne, NJ, offering a variety of delicious personal size bundtlet cakes.
Choose from 11 mouthwatering flavors, including 2 gluten-free options, all made with the finest ingredients and topped with Nothing Bundt Cakes’ signature cream cheese frosting:
Get a head start now and download the fundraising packet
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Shop-Rite Can Shake - Saturday, 4/4
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The Sunday, April 4 can shake sign up will open up on Saturday, March 21 at 12 noon via the BAND App and is open to all students in Grades 7-12.
As previously communicated, only a student’s parent or the student themselves may sign up for a Can Shake shift. If anyone other than the parent or student signs someone up, that name will be removed from the schedule.
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Earn credits anytime with Gertude Hawk Chocolates, RaiseRight gift cards, ShopRite/Stop & Shop gift cards, Auditorium Seat Nameplate and your personal online donation page.
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We are a little more than 3 weeks away from this amazing trip for our high school students!
There will be a MANDATORY trip meeting for students and parent(s) on Monday, March 9 at 6:00 PM (sharp) in the NHS auditorium prior to the Nutley Music Booster's general membership meeting.
Please enter through the main entrance from Franklin Avenue. Attendance WILL BE taken. We will be reviewing final details for the trip. Any questions or issues, please reach out to one of the directors.
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Trip registration is now open!
Payment Schedule:
Trip estimate total price: $160
Final cost of the trip will be adjusted based on the total number of students attending
- Payment 1 - March 15, 2026 - $75
(Non-Refundable Deposit)
- Payment 2 - April 15, 2026 - TBD
Dependent on number of students going
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March 2026
- Thursday, March 5 - Sunday, March 8 - NHS Musical
- Thursday, March 5 - Radcliffe 5th & 6th Grade Concert
- Saturday, March 7 - St. Patrick's Day Parade
- Saturday, March 7 - Indoor Percussion WGI Regional - Toms River
- Saturday, March 7 - Winter Guard Competition - Bridgewater-Raritan HS
- Monday, March 9 - Music Boosters General Meeting and 2026-27 Executive Board Officer Nominations Begins
- Tuesday, March 10 - Spring Garden 5th & 6th Grade Concert
- Wednesday, March 11 - Washington 5th & 6th Grade Concert
- Thursday, March 12 - Lincoln 5th & 6th Grade Concert
- Sunday, March 15 - JHWMS Dorney Park Trip Registration Deadline
- Tuesday, March 17 - NJSMA Region 1 Concert Band Festival (HS)
- Wednesday, March 18 - NJMEA Orchestra Festival (MS)
- Thursday, March 19 - FPA Honor Societies Induction Ceremony
- Saturday, March 21 - Indoor Percussion Competition - Wayne Valley HS
- Saturday, March 21 - Winter Guard WGI Competition - Bethlehem
- Sunday, March 22 - Nothing Bundt Cakes Order Deadline
- Sunday, March 22 - NJSMA Region 1 Intermediate Chorus Concert - Clifton HS
- Tuesday, March 24 - Yantacaw 5th & 6th Grade Concert
- Tuesday, March 24 - NHS Music Trip Luggage Check
- Wednesday, March 25 - Monday, March 30 - NHS Music Trip to California
- March 30 - April 3 - Spring Break
Looking Ahead...
- Thursday, April 2 - Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser Pickup
- Saturday, April 11 - Indoor Percussion USBands Championships - S. Brunswick
- Saturday, April 11 - Winter Guard Competition - Brick
- Tuesday, April 14 - Spring Garden 3rd & 4th Grade Concert
- Wednesday, April 15 - JHWMS Dorney Park Trip - Paymebt 2 Due
- Thursday, April 16 - NJSMA Region 1 Elementary Honors Orchestra Festival
- Thursday, April 16 - Radcliffe 3rd & 4th Grade Concert
- Sunday, April 19 - Winter Guard MAIN Championships - Lehigh University
- Tuesday, April 28 - Yantacaw 3rd & 4th Grade Concert
- Thursday, April 30 - Washington 3rd & 4th Grade Concert
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