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2008 MGAMB Alumni Band

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Wind and percussion parts along with the recordings of the percussion music are now available.  Please click the link above to download your music part.

 


 


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On November 27, 2008, a proud musical tradition will continue!  With the success of the inaugural band in 2006 and the 2007 Macy's Great American Marching Band, Macy's has asked MUSIC FESTIVALS to once again continue to be their proud partner with The Macy's Great American Marching Band for the 82nd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Honoring America's finest high school musicians, this band will be comprised of select students from each of the fifty states. The musicians are under the direction of Dr. Jon Woods, Ohio State University, and Auburn University's Dr. Richard Good.  The 185 musicians will be complemented by approximately 50 flags and dancers choreographed by Greg Lagola of the famed Cadets Drum Corp of Pennsylvania.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is internationally recognized as the official start of the holiday season and world-famous as a uniquely American entertainment extravaganza.

Once again, this prestigious band will take an honor position as they will lead Santa Claus into Herald Square among the gigantic helium balloons, impressive floats carrying celebrities, and the nation's top marching bands. Stepping-off from Central Park, the Band will be cheered by the 2.5 million spectators lining the parade route. Arriving at Macy's Herald Square, the Band will perform for celebrity hosts, a grandstand audience, and more than 50 million TV viewers watching the broadcast live on NBC.

In addition to marching in the parade, all selected participants' package plans will include meals, lodging and New York City sightseeing (Circle Line Cruise, Top of the Rock, Thanksgiving dinner/dance and Wintuk: Cirque du Soleil).  Are you ready to be a part of The Macy's Great American Marching Band?  Click on the "Brochure & Application" link above to download an application.

The students will also have the opportunity to attend workshops led by Scott Lang, founder of Synergy Leadership.  The workshops will focus on leadership and encourage students to achieve their maximum potential.   

We are now accepting applications for 2008. Selections will be based on written application and on submitted audition DVD/CDs. 

"Slots by state and position are limited.  Deadlines for rolling admission are March 30th, May 30th, June 30th, July 30th, August 31st and September 30th.  Apply early for the best chance of selection as openings by state and or instrument/position can close at anytime after the first deadline."

Applications are being accepted until September 30th for those learning about the band at recent summer camps as well as those from states or applying for those positions not yet filled.  Note:  Flutes, piccolos, and clarinets please call to check the status of your state before applying.

Applicants that are accepted for the March 30th deadline will be notified no later than May 1st.  Applicants accepted for the May 30th deadline will be notified no later than June 30th, and the June 30th applicants who are accepted will be notified no later than July 15th.  Applicants who are accepted by July 30th, will be notified no later than August 15th.  Applicants who are accepted by August 31st, will be notified no later than September 15th and applicants who are accepted by September 30th will be notified no later than October 15th.

The Band Hall, TN, is supplying the Band's custom uniforms and Jupiter, TX, is supplying the brass instruments, while Mapex by Jupiter, TX, is supplying the percussion instruments.

Dennis Rhoads, President     
 



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