Marching Band

The Plymouth-Canton Marching Band and Color Guard operate as a unified ensemble, recognized nationally for excellence, teamwork, and large-scale visual performance. Performing under a single creative "umbrella," our musicians and guard members collaborate to bring themed productions to life, combining powerful music, dynamic movement, and storytelling on the football field.

Program Overview

Fall 2026

The P-CEP Marching Band and Color Guard is a co-curricular ensemble open to all high school students in grades 9 –12. There are no auditions required to join the general ensemble, though auditions are held for certain leadership roles or specialized sections. Every student performs in every show, creating a shared experience that builds immense unity, confidence, and pride.

Beyond the field, our program is designed to prepare students for the future. By balancing a rigorous rehearsal and performance schedule with academic responsibilities, students develop critical life skills like time management, accountability, and resilience.

Through this shared journey, both musicians and guard members discover their potential as independent leaders. The discipline and self-reliance learned here give students the confidence to step out of their comfort zones, embrace new challenges, and confidently explore the world on their own as they transition into young adulthood.

Who Can Join?

All Are Welcome!

Marching Band is open to all band students in grades 9–12 who are enrolled in a band class. No prior marching experience is required.

Color Guard is also open to all students at P-CEP, including non-musicians. Students with backgrounds in dance or gymnastics often thrive in this section.

Inside the Marching Band & Color Guard

The Plymouth-Canton Marching Band and Color Guard offers students a unique opportunity to perform as part of a large, collaborative team while developing artistic skill, discipline, leadership, and resilience. Members build lifelong friendships while participating in one of the most visible and celebrated programs at P-CEP.

Our ensemble is made up of three primary sections that perform together as one unified team:

Winds: Woodwind (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone) and Brass (Trumpet, French Horn, Baritone/Trombone, and Tuba) instruments.
Percussion: The Marching Battery (Snare, Tenor, and Bass Drums) and the Front Ensemble (marimba, vibraphone, timpani, auxiliary percussion, and electronics).
Color Guard: The visual powerhouse of the show. This section combines contemporary dance, athletic choreography, and equipment artistry (Flags, Rifles, and Sabres) to bring the music to life.