by Music Celebrations | Aug 21, 2013 | News, Parades, Washington, DC
The parade experience was indescribable. I wish I had words for what it felt like to turn the corner onto Constitution and hear and see the roaring crowd for us! It was an exciting feeling from start to finish.I felt safe and welcomed! The trip was organized and I... 
by Music Celebrations | Jul 18, 2013 | Parades, Washington, DC
North County High School Band Director Shane Verges thanks the school board and the community for their support of the marching band’s recent participation in the National Memorial Day Parade. A total of 112 students made the trip to Washington D.C. This was the third... 
by Music Celebrations | Jul 8, 2013 | News, Parades, Washington, DC
I just wanted to let you know that my band had a BLAST during our [Washington, D.C.] trip. Our guides were fantastic. Our drivers were wonderful. I would also like to say that working with you has been great. Please pass on this praise to whomever may wish to see. I... 
by Music Celebrations | Jun 6, 2013 | News, Parades, Washington, DC
My personal favorite moment was at the beginning of the parade. I instructed my drum majors to add a salute to show respect to the dignitaries and generals on the reviewing stand. I was standing at a viewpoint so that I was able to see my drum majors deliver the... 
by Music Celebrations | Jun 3, 2013 | Festivals, Parades, Washington, DC
Amazing rendition of “America the Beautiful,” featuring Tenor Anthony Kearns and the Memorial Day Festival Chorus, to open last week’s National Memorial Day... 
by Music Celebrations | May 31, 2013 | News, Parades, Washington, DC
I wanted to thank everyone for all of their help in making Bayonne High School’s trip to Washington D.C. this past weekend such a huge success. Thank you so much for your help and professionalism – this trip was truly a once in a lifetime experience for... 