LNYDP Participants

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The “Sound of the Southland” Marching Band is comprised of all students involved in the A. Crawford Mosley High School Band Programme, including winds, brass, percussion, and colour guard. The “Sound of the Southland” represents A. Crawford Mosley High School with Pride, Artistry, and Excellence!

Currently they are rebuilding from both Category 5 Hurricane Michael and COVID-19, so this is a culmination of hard work and dedication from the students. Many of the families had immense hardships to overcome of the effects of Hurricane Michael, so this trip serves as a demonstration of their resilience and dedication to the Mosley Band.

Douglas Dobos serves as the Band Director A. Crawford Mosley High School and is entering his fifth year at Mosley. The Marching Band at Mosley have consistently received all Superior ratings at Marching Band Competitions around the South-eastern United States, as well as numerous awards such as “Most Entertaining Band” and Civic Awards. In addition to the Marching Band, the Symphony Band has consistently received straight superiors at district and state concert assessments!

Social Media:

Website: mosleybands.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoundOfTheSouthland

Instagram: @MosleyBands

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Marching to London from Ashburn, Virginia! Comprised of 50 dedicated students and staff, this award-winning ensemble is excited to be making its second appearance in the London New Year’s Day Parade!

This is Broad Run’s second appearance in the London New Year’s Day Parade. The group’s first appearance was back in 2015!

Mr. Eric Blanks is in his fourth year teaching at Broad Run High School in Ashburn, Virginia. During this short time, the program has doubled in size in both concert ensembles and the marching band! Mr. Blanks is in his ninth year teaching in public education, and this is the second time he has had a participating group in the London New Year’s Day Parade. Mr. Blanks received his Bachelor of Music degree at Virginia Commonwealth University, studying with renowned trumpeter Rex Richardson, and his master’s degree in Music Education at the University of Southern Mississippi.

Social Media

Website: www.brhsbba.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/broadrunbands

Twitter: @mreblanks

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The Buford Band of Wolves is a nearly 200-member marching band from, Buford High School in Buford Georgia. Founded over 75 years ago, the band represents the school at football games, parades, and marching competitions.

This is the Band of Wolves’ first overseas trip in its long and storied history but the fifth international trip for their band director.

Erik Mason and Bridget Wildes came to Buford High School in the fall of 2020. Since their arrival, the Band of Wolves has grown from 52 members to nearly 200. Both directors are multi-time recipients of the National Band Association Citation of Excellence and have a track record of success in both the concert and marching arena.

Social Media

Website: bhsband.membershiptoolkit.com

Facebook: @bhsbandofwolves

Instagram: @bhsbandofwolves

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Catawba Ridge High School opened in the fall of 2019 bringing together students that formerly attended Fort Mill and Nation Ford high schools. In the short history of the programme, the Catawba Ridge band programme has become known as elite in all facets. The band has won two South Carolina Marching Band State Championships (2021 & 2022) and was the 2022 Bands of America Carolina Regional Champions. The concert programme is known for earning superior ratings in all its adjudicated performances. The band programme also includes a winter guard and a world-class percussion ensemble.

Shortly after the school opened in 2019 it was shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The band had no performances during the 2020-2021 school year. After that school year, both band directors left the school for retirement and other endeavours. Mr Butler and Mr Shives were hired for the 2021-2022 school year and immediately experienced success.

Patrick Butler is in his 25th year of teaching high school bands. He is a 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech. He has taught in Virginia, North Carolina, and now South Carolina. Mr Butler has enjoyed sharing his love of band with all of his students across the three states he has taught and many of his former students have gone off to teach or gone into the music industry. Currently, he is lucky to work with a great band staff that is a great group of musicians and educators.

Social Media:

Website: www.crhs.band

Instagram: @crmarchingband

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The Commonwealth University of PA – Mansfield Marching Band – also known as The Spirit & The Pride of PA – is comprised of students from nearly all majors on campus.

The band performing at LNYDP has members participating from two of their sister institutions which comprise the merged Commonwealth University. Formed especially for this opportunity, the marching band represents Pennsylvania State System Schools with distinction and excellence.

The Commonwealth University of PA – Mansfield Marching Band is no stranger to international travel, having performed at the 2012 World Olympic Games, as well as in Canada for the Oktoberfest celebrations. A crowd-pleaser, the marching band is known for its powerful sound and drill routines.

Dr. Adam F. Brennan is the Director at The Commonwealth University of PA – Mansfield Marching Band where, for the last 30 years, he has led the band programmes at Mansfield with distinction. A member of the prestigious American Bandmasters Association, Brennan has maintained a distinguished career as a conductor, composer, publisher, percussionist, and much-sought clinician.

Social Media

Website: www.music.mansfield.ed

Facebook: @TheSpiritandthePride

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The Corinth Holders High School Marching Band is from Wendell, North Carolina. They are a regionally and nationally competitive group throughout the south-eastern United States. Consistent class and captain winners, the Corinth Holders Marching Band has seen much growth and success since its inception in 2010. They pride themselves most on positive, nurturing and inclusive environments throughout the entire band programme.

The Corinth Holders High School Marching Band is the first band from Johnston County, North Carolina to make an international appearance at LNYDP!

The band is under the direction of Olivia D. Spell with assistance from Tim Besel. Ms Spell has been with the band programme since 2011 and has seen much growth and excellence over the years. She enjoys motivating students to do their best and pushing musical boundaries with every performance. Mr Besel joined the team in 2019 and has been a welcomed addition to the band programme. He has a charismatic approach to teaching and has built new aspects of the programme. The two directors make a great team for the very diverse needs of the Corinth Holders High School Performance Ensembles.

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Facebook: CHHS Pirates Band

Twitter: @CHHSPiratesBand

Instagram: @corinth_perfens

YouTube: https://youtu.be/5zwc7x-QDCg

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Steinbrenner High School Marching Warrior Brigade from Lutz, Florida is composed of over 130 students who strive for excellence, and the incredible opportunity to perform in one of the world’s most renowned parades is a true testament to their outstanding achievements. They are filled with pride and excitement and can’t wait to share their musical energy with the enthusiastic crowds of London!

The Marching Warrior Brigade features an exceptional array of talent both musically and visually with its impressive display of sights by the Colour Guard, The Legends. The band has won numerous competitions, and festivals with straight superior ratings and top-three placements. The band performs at every opening season game for the New York Yankees.

Mr Daniel “Chip” Wood is in his fourth year serving as the Director of Bands at      George M. Steinbrenner High School. His responsibilities include the Marching Band, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Colour Guard, and Percussion. His 29 years of teaching include directing at several schools throughout Florida. Mr Wood judges throughout the country and is also the Adjudication Coordinator for the Florida Marching Band Championships.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steinbrenner_mwb/

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The Grayson High School Marching Rams is a marching band from Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia USA. Founded in 2000, Grayson High School has established a rich culture of excellence that extends throughout the community and school. The Marching Rams represent the school and community at all local football games, marching band competitions, and parades.

This year, Grayson High School, the Grayson Band programme, and the Marching Rams are the largest in school history with over 3,500 students enrolled in our school, 225 enrolled in band, and 150 in the Marching Rams. There are at least 13 different languages spoken by students enrolled in our school. This is the first international trip for the band.

Johnathan Ancell arrived as Director of Bands at Grayson High School in the Fall of 2020 and Jeremy Stanley joined as a second Band Director in the Fall of 2022. While this is the first time the two have worked together in this programme, the two of them have worked together in some capacity since 2009. Since their arrival, the band has experienced tremendous growth in quantity and quality and continues to represent the community with a tradition of excellence.

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Facebook: Grayson High School Band

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High School Band is located in Huntsville, Alabama. Huntsville is known as the home of the Space and Rocket centre, NASA, Redstone Aresenal, and many high tech and engineering companies. The band programme is comprised of 160 students who participate in Marching Band, winter guard, percussion ensemble, wind ensemble, symphonic band, or chamber ensemble. In the past our programme has travelled to Italy, Spain, Denmark, Sweden, Ireland, Bahamas, Austria, Canada, and Mexico.

Stuart Tankesley has been the Director of Bands at Huntsville High School since 2016 and he is in his 16th year of teaching. As a performer, he has played in the North Sea Jazz Festival, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, and performed with the Million Dollar Band at the University of Alabama. As a teacher he has taken students to the London New Year’s Day parade in 2016, a jazz band tour to China, and Disney’s Magic Kingdom parade.

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Website: HuntsvilleHSBand.com

Facebook: Huntsville High School Band

Instagram: huntsville_band_room

YouTube: Huntsville High School Band

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The Key West High School Band is from Southernmost City in the Continental United States, Key West, Florida. The band programme has existed for over 106 years and includes a marching band, drumline, percussion ensemble, jazz band, colour guard, chamber ensembles, and two concert bands. The various ensembles perform more than 35 public performances throughout the local community and the state of Florida. The school mascot is the Conch and our marching band is known as the “Marching Conchs”.

Being 120 miles from the mainland, the Key West High School Band is the only band in Florida to have been called upon to play for several military events including Change of Command Ceremonies for the United States Navy Air station Key West and US Coastguard Sector Key West in addition to the commissioning of two Coastguard Cutters.

Gary Hernandez is in his 20th year of teaching and 15th year as the director of bands at  Key West High School. The programme has continued its history of excellence under Mr Hernandez’s leadership and he also serves as the Lead Music Teacher for Monroe County Schools. He is an alumnus of the University of Central Florida completely two bachelor’s degrees in Music and Psychology, and a Master’s Degree in Music Teaching. Mr Hernandez is also an active adjudicator for the Florida Bandmasters Association.

Social Media:

Website: www.kwhsband.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeyWestHighSchoolBand

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keywesthighschoolband/

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The Lancer Marching Band, with over 160 members, is New Hampshire’s largest and most well-traveled marching band. The Lancers have had the privilege to participate in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade an unprecedented five times, the Citrus Bowl Parade, Miami Orange Bowl Parade, New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and two U.S. Presidential Inaugural Parades in Washington, D.C. In 2008, the Lancers represented the United States in China at the Beijing Olympic Cultural Festival on the Great Wall of China.

Among other fundraisers, the Lancers held a Mattress Fundraiser to raise money for the trip to London.

Serge Beaulieu is currently the Director of Music for the Londonderry School District and Director of the High School Marching Band. He started his career at LHS in 2000 and has taught all-instrumental ensemble since then. In 2019 Mr. Beaulieu represented New Hampshire in the School Band and Orchestra Magazine’s 22nd annual “50 Directors Who Make a Difference in the U.S.”.

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Website: https://www.lancermusic.org/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Londonderry_mus

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lhsmarchinglancers/

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The Murrieta All-Star Marching Band is comprised of students from Murrieta, California. Murrieta is located 45 minutes Southeast of Los Angles and 1 hour north of San Diego. The members are proud to represent their community, the state of California, and the US in the London New Year’s Day Parade. Most students in the band started playing their instrument when they were in 5th grade. The members of this band are part of programs that have won numerous awards throughout the years and have become well-known throughout California.

Tennis champion Lindsay Davenport turned pro during her time at Murrieta Valley High School. PGA tour star Rickie Fowler is a native. They pride themselves on pursuing excellence on and off the field. The members of the band are some of the best and brightest in the school.

Daniel Greenberg is the Director of Bands and Colour Guard at Murrieta Mesa High School.  Supervises 200 students. Whilst working at Murrieta Mesa the ensembles have scored the highest scores in school history and received the highest ratings at Festival Performances. Over the years Daniel has won numerous awards including being named the Murrieta Mesa Teacher of the Year in 2018 and the Murrieta Valley Unified School District Teacher of the Year for 2019.

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Instagram: Murrietaallstarmarchingband

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The Park Vista Band from Lake Worth, Florida, was established in 2004 and comprises almost 200 members. The band programme at Park Vista is the school’s largest student organisation and members participate in marching bands, concert bands, jazz bands, winter guard, and winter percussion throughout the year. The Park Vista High School Bands strive to provide students with a holistic musical experience that instills a culture of community belonging, teamwork, and striving for the highest level of individual and ensemble performance.

The Park Vista High School Wind Ensemble won the Otto Kraushaar award in 2023 – this means that the group earned straight superior ratings in marching band, district assessment, and state assessment in the same year. Only a handful of bands in Florida earn this award every year.

Amrutha Murthy is the Director of Bands at Park Vista High School. Bands under her direction have earned straight Superior ratings at the FBA Marching, Concert, and State Music Performance Assessment, and the Wind Ensemble earned the Otto Kraushaar award in 2023. Amrutha has published a thesis on flow theory and community psychology in secondary school band environments and has presented a clinic on this topic at the Texas Music Educator’s Association. She graduated from the University of North Texas as a music education and flute performance double major and was the 2021 UNT Presser Scholar.

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Website: https://sites.google.com/parkvistabands.com/parkvistabands/home?authuser=0

Facebook: Park Vista Bands

Instagram: @parkvistabands

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The Putnam City West High School Orchestra is a comprehensive music programme located in Oklahoma City. The programme consists of a full symphony orchestra, 3 string orchestras, chamber ensembles, pit orchestra, and Advanced Placement music theory.

The rich musical traditions have spanned many decades and the diverse student body enriches the collective experiences both socially and musically. The Putnam City West Orchestras perform a range of music each year including full symphonic works, new and adventurous pieces, and fun pieces that reflect the current culture.

The past school year, an anonymous donor purchased a new violin for one of the students after seeing a story from the Oklahoma Youth Orchestra that featured her. It was a beautiful presentation and the student was able to select one of 3 fabulous instruments to take home with her. This is representative of the thriving and caring community.

The Putnam City West Orchestra is under the direction of Joel Deardorf & Ryan Kyker. This year is Mr. Deardorf’s 2nd year at PC West and his 16th year in public education. He was raised in Dallas, Texas, and earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Oklahoma. Mr. Deardorf previously served as a band director, high school administrator, and instructional coach. Mr. Kyker has taught for 2 years, both at PC West. He is a proud graduate of Putnam City Schools and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma.

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https://www.facebook.com/pcworchestra

https://www.instagram.com/pcworchestra/

https://www.youtube.com/@putnamcitywestorchestra4169

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The Red Devil Marching Band is from Hinsdale Central High School located in Hinsdale, IL, a western Chicago suburb. It comprises four curricular bands, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Symphony, Wind Ensemble, and Colour Guard members.

They perform annually at home football games, local parades, and special events. The band also frequently travels, having performed most recently in 2021 at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.; the 2020 News Year’s Day parade in Rome, Italy; and parades at both the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California.

Students in the programme audition annually, get accepted to highly competitive music festivals, such as the ILMEA All-State and District festivals, and win local concert competitions. Several students are also involved in prestigious youth orchestras, such as the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra.

Mr Matthew Kurinsky is in his eighteenth year of directing the bands at Hinsdale Central. He holds degrees in Music Education from Augustana College and VanderCook College of Music and a degree in Leadership and Administration from Benedictine University. He is a National Board Certified teacher, having been recognised by the National Honour Roll. Ms Grace Adduci is in her second year of being the assistant director of bands at Hinsdale Central High School. She graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Music Education and also works as a church organist on the weekends.

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Website: www.hcmusic.org

Facebook: HC Bands

Twitter: @HCBandDirector

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The Redlands All-Stars are comprised of students from three high-achieving high schools or the Redlands Unified School District. Students are not only honour musicians but also participate in all levels of rigorous academic courses and competitive athletic programs. This is the second time the All Stars have travelled from Southern California to London for the Parade and are so excited to bring over 100 performers this time!

Redlands is a citrus grove community in Southern California about 100 Kilometres east of Los Angeles. Students are fortunate enough to be just an hour away from sandy beaches, snowy mountains, and arid deserts in each direction!

Redlands All Stars Marching Band is under the direction of Austin Meiners, Brandon Hansen, and Brian Hollet. Each is the Band and Orchestra Directors of their respective Redlands area high schools. All three programs are responsible for 4 concert ensembles, large marching bands, jazz ensembles, musical theatre orchestras, as well as competitive guard and percussion programs.

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Invictus is part of a new choral program at Somerset, beginning in January 2021. We are based in Port Saint Lucie, on the east coast of sunny Florida. In its first full year, Invictus travelled to district competition, receiving a rating of Superior and qualifying for States. The choir performs throughout the community and holds 3 large concerts per year. They have also been selected to perform in Disney’s Candlelight Processional during the holiday season. The performers here in London represent a select group of singers from the larger organisation.

Invictus, from Port Saint Lucie, FL, is a NEW choral program that is breaking new ground in our community! This beginning program has already received SUPERIORS at District Competition, performed in Disney’s Candlelight Processional, and made its name known throughout the area. This is their first time in London!

Eileen Walentin is in her 26th year of teaching. She began the program at SCPA in January 2021 and has already established them as one of the premier programs in St Lucie County. She previously directed programs that performed throughout the US and the world. They have performed in New York City, New Orleans, Nashville, Disney, and on cruise ships. Her programs are consistently Superior ranked choirs. This is Ms Walentin’s third trip to perform in the London International Choral Festival, although the first with her choir Invictus.

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Website: https://www.somersetcollegeprep.org/

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The Great Tornado Band, located at Talladega College in Talladega, Alabama is one of the youngest HBCU marching band programmes. Since its birth in 2012, the band has had many major accomplishments in its short time.

Averaging around 200 students every year, this marching band has consistent invites to NFL half-time shows, NBA half-time shows, Mardi Gras Parades in New Orleans, and various Battle of the Bands around the country. The slogan for this phenomenal group is “We’ll Keep Marching On.” Its meaning roots in the adversity of having a competitive marching band without a football programme.

In 2017 this programme was able to raise over 1 million dollars in just under six months to participate in the Presidential Inauguration Parade.

Director of Bands, Adrian Thompson, is an alumnus of Talladega College and a former band member. While in school he earned the title of Assistant Section Leader and Student Arranger. Graduating in 2015, Mr. Thompson served seven years on staff before taking on the role of Head Director of Bands.

Social Media

Website: Talladega.edu

Facebook: @Greattornadoband

Instagram: @GreatTornadoBand

YouTube: @TheGreatTornadoBand

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The Disco Amigos of New Orleans has been on a mission to spread the joy of disco since 2012. They participate annually in Mardi Gras, one of the greatest free shows on earth! This groovy krewe celebrates the inclusivity, creativity, and acceptance that the Disco era is known for by performing choreographed dances in stylish 70s-era uniforms. In 2016, a chapter of the Disco Amigos was started in
Birmingham, Alabama. Together, they are proud and excited to have their Disco Family spread the joy of Disco across the pond in 2024!

As part of Mardi Gras tradition, each “krewe” hands out a limited number of coveted signature “throws” to lucky spectators. Disco Amigos’ throw, the “Funky 45”, is a hand decorated, individually designed 45 RPM gold record. For the 2024 London New Year’s Day Parade, the Disco Amigos has created a special limited edition Funky 45. Show us your best moves as we pass by and you could be the recipient of one of these groovy throws!

Social Media

Website: @www.DiscoAmigosNola.com

Facebook: @DiscoAmigosNOLA

Twitter: @discoamigosnola

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The Lake Norman High School Band from Mooresville, NC, was established by Christopher Brown in 2002 with 45 founding members who had originally attended South Iredell High School. From the outset, the students and parents of the Wildcat Band were high achievers and set lofty expectations for the quality of the programme along with Mr Brown. In the years that followed, the band has grown into three concert ensembles, an award winning competition marching band, two full jazz ensembles, percussion ensemble, and two Winter Guards that have achieved primarily “Superior” ratings and acclaim at adjudicated events and competitions. The band is excited to return to London for the first time since 2009.

In 2009, the band travelled with approximately 125 members and fans to the London New Years Day Parade. In 2023, it is anticipated that the number of travellers will be around 250! There will be students participating from the middle schools, and a handful of students joining from sister school, South Iredell.

Chris Brown is the Director of Bands at Lake Norman. Mr Brown, his wife Beverly, and 2 year old son Bayden, moved back home to North Carolina from Savnnah, GA in order to build the music programmes at Lake Norman and Brawley Middle School. Mr Brown is an alumni of Clyde A Erwin High School, Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps, Appalachian State University, and the University of Georgia. Currently “living the dream” in a wonderful community of parents, students , and supportive administration from the school and district level, Mr Brown is thrilled to be returning to London. Chris and Beverly reside in Mooresville with their sons Bayden and Canon, and their dog Coco.

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Website: www.lnhswildcatband.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLakeNormanHighSchoolBand

Instagram: @lnhswildcatband

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The international, award-winning Slippery Rock University “Marching Pride” is one of the largest and most visible student organisations on campus. With 195+ members representing nearly every major on campus, the SRU “Marching Pride” is proud to have appeared in major televised performances such as the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and most recently the 2019 St. Patrick’s Festival Parade and the 2019 Limerick International Band Championship in Ireland. This Pennsylvania sensation is always ready to ROCK!

The Great Slippery Rock Baking Show – Amazing musicians and sensational bakers! A “Marching Pride” tradition is filling the football stadium stands during the third quarter of football games with homemade cookies. Each section bakes its own specialties to fuel the band’s outstanding performances each week!

Dr. Jonathan Helmick is in his ninth year as Director of Bands and Professor of Music at Slippery Rock University where he is the proud recipient of the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Designated a quarterfinalist by the Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum for the 2024 Music Educator Award, his most recent achievements include the Citation of Excellence from the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association and is recognised as a 2022 Yamaha “40 Under 40” music educator.

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Website: https://www.sru.edu/academics/colleges-and-departments/cla/departments/music

Facebook: facebook.com/SRUMarchingPride

X: @Marching_Pride

Instagram: @srumarchingpride

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Tri-City Band Corps (TBC) is from Fremont, California, and was founded in 2004 by high school student Harrison Cheng. Since then, TBC has grown to include over 1000 students from over 125 schools across its 10 programs. What makes them stand out is that their programme is that everything is run by the students, including running the rehearsals. TBC strives to provide music education and performance to all students. This is their 2nd time appearing at the LNYDP and have also appeared at the Rome New Year Parade.

In 2017, TBC beat the DCI World Class Mandarins, one of the top marching bands in the world, and is the only high school programme in the world to do so.

The TBC programme is run by students, and during the pandemic, TBC volunteers provided over 20,000 hours of music instruction.

Harrison Cheng founded the Tri-City Band Corps when he was only 17 years old. He holds degrees from UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego, and Carnegie Mellon University in Biology, College Counselling, Business, and Software Management. Harrison works full-time as Director of College Counselling at Stratford Preparatory School but continues to volunteer his time teaching music on the weekends and simultaneously serving on the board of several local music non-profit organisations.

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Website: @www.tricitybandcorps.org

Facebook: @TriCityBandCorps

Instagram: @TriCityBandCorps

Youtube: @Tri-City Band Corps

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The University High School Titan Regiment is in its 14th year of existence. The marching band has a history of excellence since its inception. The programme has been performed all across the United States. It has performed in Music For All Concert Band Festival, The Mid-West Clinic for Music Education, and has received the highest ratings possible for their evaluations at both the local and state levels. The Titan Regiment is the largest student organisation at the largest school in Volusia County. The marching band performs locally and in school events

The Titan Regiment made its television debut on the Local Fox 35 News station during Super Bowl Sunday on February 12th. They were the premier band that took part in the local station’s celebration of the Super Bowl. The Titan Regiment also won the best band/fan favorite in St. Johns. Flagler and Volusia Counties by the Dayotna News Journal

Jarrod Koskoski is the Band Director at University High School. Mr. Koskoski (Mr. K) is no stranger to traveling to London. He has taken another high school previously in 2019. Mr. K has been teaching for 22 years. His groups have performed in the LNYDP, the LNYDP Gala Concert Series, in Annapolis, the Sugar Bowl Halftime Show, Chicago, and Gatlinburg. His groups consistently receive the highest ratings in local and state evaluations.

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Website: www.universityhsband.com

Founded in 1923, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Marching Mocs is one of the largest student organisations on the campus of UTC. From the pregame show to halftime at Finley Stadium to high school marching exhibitions the Marching Mocs are gaining a reputation for exciting and entertaining performances. They are honoured to represent the university as they celebrate the centennial season as a participant in the London New Year’s Day Parade.

The Marching Mocs have grown from 50 members in 2021 to 160 in 2023! For approximately 75% of the band, the trip to London is their first international trip. The members represent almost every major on campus and serve as musical ambassadors for the university,  city, and state.

Randall Coleman is in his third year as the Director of Bands and Professor of Music at UTC. Before his tenure at UTC, he served as the Associate Director of bands at the University of Alabama. Professor Coleman is currently serving as the President of the National Band Association, which is the largest organization of band conductors in the world.

Professor Coleman previously served as an adjudicator for the London New Year’s Day Parade and continues to work as a clinician and adjudicator for bands and music educators.

Social Media

Website utc.edu/band

Facebook facebook.com/utcbands

Instagram @gomocsband

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Since 1974, Varsity Spirit has been the driving force in making cheerleading and dance the dynamic, athletic, and prominent activity it is today.

By combining high energy entertainment with traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit has driven the development of cheerleading and dance as an international phenomenon that not only includes millions of young Americans, but also a rapidly growing number of participants Worldwide.

While its heritage is rich and its traditions renowned, Varsity Spirit continues to be the global leader in continuing to innovate and grow the positive influence of cheer, dance and band.

The organisation’s commitment to the health and well-being of the young people who participate is embedded in its high-quality educational curriculum and its leadership in establishing instructional safety standards.

Varsity Spirit All-Americans include high school cheerleaders, dancers and spirit performers who qualified at one of the following Varsity Spirit summer camps:

Universal Cheerleaders Association, Universal Dance Association, National Cheerleaders Association, National Dance Alliance, United Spirit Association, and Urban Cheerleading Experience. 

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Twitter: @VarsitySpirit

Facebook: @VarsitySpirit

Instagram: @VarsitySpirit

TikTok: @VarsitySpirit

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