About Us
#cometpride
The Penn Manor Marching Unit is the largest and most visible ensemble of the Penn Manor Band program. The PMMU performs at the highest level of competition available throughout the state and many community events and parades.
Our 2023 Show
The Road Not Taken
Life offers many paths—some are virtuous, while many are not. Some may spend their entire life searching for the path that lies in front of them. Life is about the journey, not the destination, and it's up to each of us to choose the roads that lead to a better tomorrow.
Music Selections:
The Road to Chicago by Thomas Newman
The Sky is Red by Leprous
Wave by Beck
Drum Majors:
Ava Wolfersberger
David Ferre
Section Leaders:
Elizabeth Pursel
Sandra Walker
Julia Ditzler
Anna Nonnemacher
Janelle Ortiz
Jaden Emmert
Kayla Shertzer
Staff
Andrew Johnson, Director
Demetrius Archer, Assistant Director
Rich Klimowicz, Program Coordinator
Sara Masten, Drum Major & Music Instructor
Keith Henninger, Media & Marketing Manager
Amber Casey, Guard Caption Manager
Josh Rowley, Wind Caption Manager
Jabin Baxter, Percussion Caption Manager
Rachel Grubb, Guard Instructor
Monica Abreu-Adanes, Guard Instructor
Lauren Muench, Guard Instructor
Katie Gormon, Wind Instructor
Juliette Torres, Wind Instructor
Ivy McComsey, Midvoice Instructor
Jacob Rutland, Front Ensemble Instructor
Siobhan Hendrick, Front Ensemble Instructor
Wes Maloney, Battery Instructor
Van Hostettler, Battery Instructor
Jarrett Gretz, Battery Instructor
Mike Wust, Battery Instructor
Jaden Hertzler, Battery Instructor
Nate Shenk, Battery Instructor
Who we are
The Penn Manor Marching Unit allows students their first experience in an ensemble and installs the fundamentals of the “Comet Way”.
Any student can be a part of the PMMU and EVERYONE finds a place to take part. There are no auditions. The ensemble meets from mid-May to mid-November each year. Marching Unit rehearsals begin in the middle of May.
Participation in Marching Band is open to all dedicated students grades 8 - 12. The Penn Manor Marching Unit proudly performs at:
- Marching band competitions and exhibitions
- PMHS football games (home, away, and playoffs)
- Parades and performances both in-state and out-of-state
- School events
- Community events
REQUIREMENTS:
- Attendance at Marching Band Camp is MANDATORY! Normally held the first three weeks of August (Monday-Thursday), please consider this when planning your summer vacation.
- After summer camp, Marching Band meets in the fall and ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY FOR ALL REHEARSALS AND PERFORMANCES, with few emergency exceptions.
- Marching Band members also attend summer rehearsals in June and July - though not mandatory, if you are in town you are STRONGLY urged to attend.
- Marching requires its members to be in good physical health, given the strenuous physical activity students will be asked to perform. Prior to and during ALL practices and performances, students will stretch and exercise.
- Members are provided a Marching Band uniform, as well as percussion instruments and other percussion equipment. Other instruments along with additional items ARE required to be purchased by the member, including, but not limited to shoes, gloves, and a marching band show shirt.
- Any additional information or instruction will be given by the band director.
- The PMHS discipline policy is in effect at all marching band functions, both in school AND outside of school.
