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 2022 Show
Coven
As dusk settles in the forest, the woods take on a new look of mystery and mystique. What was once familiar is now engulfed with the evening fog that distracts and disorients. Be careful, for hidden in misty shadows they wait, eager to find those who are weak and afraid. Keep your eyes up as those who gather lurk in the woods. Look out, because you are about to join Penn Manor Marching Unit’s, COVEN!
Student Leaders:
Ava Wolfersberger, Drum Major
Adah Layton, Drum Major
Elizabeth Pursel, Flute Section Leader
Lexi Wilson, Clarinet Section Leader
Sandra Walker, Mello & Sax Section Leader
Keaten Fisher, Trumpet Section Leader
Sofie Burgess, Low Brass Section Leader
Jack Nonnemacher, Battery Section Leader
Madeline Lavelle, Battery Section Leader
Jenna DeVinney, Front EnsembleSection Leader
Reagen Maurnane, Guard Captain
Staff
Andrew Johnson, Director
Demetrius Archer, Assistant Director
Jabin Baxter, Percussion Director
Clarissa Baxter, Guard Director
Josh Rowley, Wind Caption Manager
Katie Gormon, Wind Instructor
Juliette Torres, Wind Instructor
Cedar Huyser, Brass Intern
Sara Masten, Drum Major & Music Instructor
Wes Maloney, Percussion Instructor
Nate Shenk, Percussion Instructor
Jacob Rutland, Percussion Instructor
Doug McCaskey, Percussion Instructor
Van Hostetler, Percussion Instructor
Tanis Kay, Percussion Instructor
Lauren Meunch, Guard Instructor
Amber Casey, Guard Instructor
Tess Feiler, Guard Instructor
Brad Donoris, Drill Designer
Demetrius Archer, Jabin Baxter, Matt Blood - Music Arrangers
Keith Henninger, Media & Marketing Manager
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.
