About Us
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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 2024 Show
AI: The Evolution
We live in a modern era where technology is seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, residing in our pockets and shaping how we work, play, and communicate. But as artificial intelligence continues to advance, we must ask ourselves: at what point does this evolution extend beyond our original intent, beyond our utility, and even beyond our control? AI is evolving rapidly—but how do we, as humans, evolve alongside it?
Through a journey of exploration, change, and transformation, the 2024 Penn Manor Marching Unit is proud to present AI: The Evolution.
Our 2024 production includes musical selections by Hanz Zimmer, Coldplay, and Daft Punk, with musical arrangements and original material by Demetrius Archer, Jabin Baxter, and Matt Blood.
Featured Soloists include: Anna Nonnemacher on tenor sax, Nate Fried on alto sax, Sandra Walker on mellophone, and Bailey Floyd on flute.
Drum Majors:
David Ferre
Ava Wolfersberger
Section Leaders:
Julia Ditzler
Daphne Eisenhauer
Bailey Floyd
Rayann Hunnell
Anna Nonnemacher
Janelle Ortiz
Sandra Walker
Field Managers:
Dylan Mullins
Fiona Mausolf
Equipment/Trailer Manager:
IzEldeen Salem
Join the Penn Manor Marching Unit as we embark on an exploration of technology and humanity through our 2024 production, AI: The Evolution.
Staff
Andrew Johnson, Director
Demetrius Archer, Assistant Director
Sara Masten, Drum Major & Music Instructor
Keith Henninger, Media & Marketing Manager
Amber Casey, Guard Caption
Josh Rowley, Wind Caption
Jabin Baxter, Percussion Caption
Jacob Rutland, Front Ensemble Director
Rachel Grubb, Guard Staff
Monica Abreu-Adames, Guard Staff
Katie Gormon, Wind Staff
Juliette Torres, Wind Staff
Jarrett Gretz, Percussion Staff
Siobhan Hendrick, Percussion Staff
Van Hostetler, Percussion Staff
Wes Maloney, Percussion Staff
Briana Shyver, Percussion Staff
Carly Spina, Percussion Staff
Mike Wust, Percussion Staff
Nate Shenk, Percussion Staff
Rich Klimowicz, Operations
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.
