The Tournament of Roses Parade is one of the largest televised parades in the US and is considered to be one of the most prestigious events for a band to march and perform in. Around 70 – 80 bands applied last year to participate in the 2012 parade. Ben Davis was one of 21 bands to be selected from around the world to participate. When selecting a band, Mr. Jackson said, “He looks for musicality, sharp marching skills and showmanship.” Ben Davis proved they had these qualities in the DVD that was sent to the Music Committee last year. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson have the final say as to the bands that make it into the parade. This will be Ben Davis’s seventh appearance; more than any other school outside of California. Bands from Canada, Puerto Rico, Japan, Sweden, and the US make up the 21 bands marching in the parade.
While Mr. Jackson was at Ben Davis, he was able to see the first part of the show, entitled “The Tables Have Turned”. The members had practiced the past two weeks to present the first 44 charts of the show. While the two full weeks of practice takes a lot out of the students, they can be proud their efforts and performance last Friday. Job well done!
This exciting season has just started. You have many chances to see the Marching Giants perform their show; you won’t want to miss a one!
Upcoming events:
Practice:
August 3, Drum Camp, 1 to 4 pm
August 3, Full Band, 5 to 9 pm
August 4, Full Band, 5 to 9 pm
August 8, Full Band, 1 to 4 pm and 5 to 9 pm
August 9, Full Band, 3:30 to 6 pm
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