“The USC Trojan Marching Band recently concluded a very successful tour of China. The band received a good deal of press in China. Full color pictures appeared on the front page of the China Times in Beijing as well as the local Xi’an newspaper. Dr. Bartner gave three television interviews. The highlight of the trip was, of course, the performances. The band performed at the Great Wall of China. (The band) also performed to large local crowds…. (and) participated in an exchange with a local Beijing elementary school…known for its award-winning traditional Chinese orchestra…it was a great exchange enjoyed by all.”
Dr. Art Bartner, USC Trojan Marching Band