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Trojan band, choirs perform at Disney World
After a fall marching season spent taking audiences on a musical journey with its Wayfarer show, the New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band capped off the year by performing at the happiest place on Earth. The Trojan Marching Band paraded down Main Street, U.S.A. at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom on Friday, Nov. 28.
Trojan Marching Band finishes season with pride
With pride, passion, and precision, the New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band (TMB) delivered their strongest performance of the season at the ISSMA Class C Semi-State competition on Nov. 1 in Indianapolis. Although the band did not advance to the top ten, their powerful performance marked a memorable conclusion to an outstanding marching season. This year’s show, Wayfarer, took audiences on an emotional and uplifting musical journey.
Trojan Marching Band shines at Whiteland Invitational
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Striking Gold Again! Trojan Marching Band marches to ISSMA Semi-State
The New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band (NCHS TMB) delivered a stellar performance at the ISSMA Class C Regional competition held in Lafayette on Oct. 18. Their hard work and dedication paid off as the band earned an impressive Gold Rating and secured a spot in the upcoming ISSMA Semi-State competition Nov. 1. Before heading to Semi-State, the NCHS Trojan Marching Band will showcase their Oct. 25 performance at the Whiteland Invitational. Their Semi-State appearance will be Nov.
Trojan Marching Band earns Gold with Distinction at ISSMA Scholastic Prelims
With school pride, the New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band (NCHS TMB) competed Oct. 11 at the ISSMA Scholastic Prelims/Open Class Invitational in Fort Wayne. Competing in the Open Class C Division, the band earned an impressive Gold Rating, along with Music and Visual Distinctions. kAm}rw$ %|q’D D9@H 6?E:E=65 (2J72C6C E2<6D E96 2F5:6?46 @? 2 A@H6C7F= 2?5 6>@E:@?2= >FD:42= ;@FC?6J] %96 A6C7@C>2?46 4@?E2:?D >FD:42= D6=64E:@?D :?4=F5:?8 %96 (2J72C6C 3J q6?
On the Road to Excellence: Trojan Marching Band Places 4th at Black & Gold Invitational
With school pride, the New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band (NCHS TMB) competed at the Noblesville Black & Gold Invitational in Noblesville on Sept. 27. The band earned an impressive fourth place finish in the Open Class C Division. NCHS TMB's show, titled "Wayfarer", takes the audience on a moving musical journey.
Sweet Success: Trojan Marching Band Hosts Ice Cream Social & Kicks Off Competition Season
On Sept. 6, the New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band (NCHS TMB) hosted its annual Ice Cream Social, welcoming, families, and the community for an hour of music, fun, and connection. The event gave marching band members a chance to showcase their progress on this year's field show, Wayfarer, performing for their families and community supporters.
New Castle Schools Indoor Percussion earns 6th place at IPA State Finals
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New Castle bands stay busy showcase, contests
The New Castle Schools Band Department had another busy week. Starting on Thursday, March 13, the New Castle High School (NCHS) and New Castle Middle School (NCMS) Guards and Indoor Percussion groups performed for family and friends at Winter Showcase. Senior students were honored, including NCHS student Jasper Wright, who wrote the original music piece that the NCMS Festival Percussion performs this year called ‘Kaleidoscope’.
New Castle Jazz Ensembles win hold at ISSMA Jazz Festival
The New Castle Schools Band Department had a bustling weekend. Starting on Friday, March 7, both the New Castle High School (NCHS) and New Castle Middle School (NCMS) Jazz Ensemble groups won gold at the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) State Jazz Festival. New Castle High School Jazz Ensemble kAm%96 }rw$ y2KK t?D6>3=6 8C@FA A6C7@C>65 E9C66 D6=64E:@?D 2E E96 76DE:G2=[ :?4=F5:?8 Q~? vC66? s@=A9:? $EC66EQ[ Qp7E6C?@@?Q[ 2?5 Qs@?’E $E62= |J $EF77Q] }rw$ y2KK t?D6>3=6 DEF56?E y2CC6?
NCHS Band students earn gold at ISSMA State Solo & Ensemble
The New Castle High School (NCHS) Band saw several students achieve gold at the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) State Solo and Ensemble competition on Saturday, March 1. NCHS Band students ultimately earned seven gold solos (two with distinction), one silver solos, two gold ensembles and one silver ensemble during the event. kAm$EF56?E D@=@D 62C?:?8 8@=5 H:E9 5:DE:?4E:@? 2C6 ':?46?E u2CC:D @? ECF>A6E 2?5 y2DA6C (C:89E @? 32DD@@?] $EF56?E D@=@D 62C?:?8 8@=5 2C6 |2=2C:6 {246J @?
NCMS Indoor Percussion gets gold at Franklin Central Invitational
The New Castle Middle School (NCMS) Festival Indoor Percussion, only in its second year of existence, opened their performance season with a gold rating Saturday, Feb. 15 at Franklin Central Percussion Invitational in Festival class competition. NCMS Festival Group delivered a powerful performance of their show called ‘Kaleidoscope’, an original show written by New Castle High School senior band student Jasper Wright. kAm%96 }6H r2DE=6 w:89 $49@@= W}rw$X ~A6? x?5@@C !6C4FDD:@? 62C?65 E9:C5 A=246 :?
NCHS Indoor Percussion takes second place at Warren Central Invitational
The New Castle High School (NCHS) Indoor Percussion opened their performance season Saturday, Feb. 8 and earned second place in open class competition at the Warren Central Percussion Invitational, an Indiana Percussion Association event. NCHS Indoor Percussion performed their mesmerizing show titled Prism. Just like light can enter a prism as white light and exit in the full spectrum, the show splits into multiple styles, themes, textures, and emotions. kAm}rw$ x?5@@C !6C4FDD:@?
NCHS Band Members compete at ISSMA Solo & Ensemble
The New Castle High School (NCHS) and New Castle Middle School (NCMS) Band saw several students attend the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) District Solo and Ensemble contest on Saturday February 8, 2025. NCHS Band students ultimately earned 15 gold solos, 8 silver solos, 3 gold ensembles (1 with distinction) during the event. The NCHS Band announced that 8 soloists and all 3 ensembles will advance to the ISSMA State Solo and Ensemble contest on March 1.
NCHS Trojan Marching Band, Color Guard end season on a high note
The New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band (TMB) and Color Guard finished their season on a high note Saturday, Oct. 19 by earning the People’s Choice Award in Open Class C competition at the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Whiteland Invitational. The TMB and Color Guard earned a gold rating at the ISSMA Open Class C Regional on Oct. 12.
Trojan Marching Band and Color Guard earn gold rating
The New Castle High School (NCHS) Trojan Marching Band (TMB) and Color Guard earned a gold rating with distinction in music at the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Homestead Marching Band Invitational on Saturday, Oct. 5. TMB and Color Guard performed their show titled “Pure Imagination”, which features the following music selections: “Pure Imagination”, “Haunted” and “Somewhere Only We Know”. kAm%|q 2?5 r@=@C vF2C5 H:== 9@?@C E96:C a_ad D6?:@C 4=2DD 2?5 A6C7@C> E96:C 4@>A6E:E:@?
Trojan Marching Band takes 1st Place
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Trojan Marching Band invites community to Ice Cream Social this Saturday
The Trojan Marching Band is inviting the community to their upcoming Ice Cream Social at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 at New Castle High School’s Neal Field. Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. The Ice Cream Social is a great time to enjoy with old friends and family while watching a fun performance by the New Castle High School Trojan Marching Band. The cost to attend is $5 per person, which includes an ice cream. The event should last about 30 minutes.
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