Garden City High School marching band finishes season with ninth place at national championships
On Nov. 9, Garden City High School's marching band performed for the U.S. Bands Division IIIA National Championship at the J. Birney Crum Stadium in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
This year’s ensemble, which is the largest the district has seen in over a decade, earned a score of 85.1 and came in ninth place overall. The group also received fifth for visuals and fourth for color guard. Despite the cold, the band performed during the 9 p.m. time slot.
“Everyone's growth and dedication, especially our seniors who started their marching band journey remotely, has been inspiring to see,” said Mr. Dan DellaMonica, marching band director. “Ending our season at the U.S. Bands National Championship so successfully was a huge accomplishment and we’re so grateful for this unforgettable year.”
Though a bittersweet night for the seniors, the band’s final performance of the season and ongoing success are reflections of the students’ dedication and willingness to push themselves. Congratulations to the students, directors and families on an incredible marching band season.
