The spectators in the stands at the 50th Annual Cary Band Day this past Saturday were treated to over 35 great marching band performances.  For our local West Johnston High School Marching Band, it was the final performance of their competitive marching season and what a show it was!  A magical evening from start to finish, this last competitive performance brought to a close their first undefeated season to date.

The band won the Grand Sweepstakes for the third year in a row (highest combined score of the parade and field show), and for the first time in seven years the awards for best Drumline and Brass Section of the entire day! In fact,our brass section received a PERFECT score from the field music judge with our drumline receiving a score of 98!

It was an incredible marching band season in every way with the students working hard each and every day and performing like champions both on and off the field. This year, the West band did what no band in the state has done in the last 20 years by winning a the Bands of America Regional Competition in Towson, Maryland, scoring the highest score anyone can remember at an area competition, and they have just concluded their first true undefeated season.

What's next for the West Band?  They are now finalizing their music, show and parade technique in preparation for their appearance in the 2008 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!  For more information, please visit us on the web at www.wjhsbands.org

Related Links

1. http://www.wjhsbands.org