High school marching band wins states (again)
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Monday, October 25, 2010 - 6:36pm
The Southington Blue Knights Marching Band won the Connecticut State Championship at the USSBA (United States Scholastic Band Association) New England States Championship competition held Oct. 23, at Kennedy Stadium in Bridgeport. This is the fourth year in a row that Southington has achieved this recognition.
Southington’s 2010 show, titled '5 Day 4 Cast' by Frank Sullivan, is a production which imitates the changes that occur in nature from day to day. Each day has its own color, sound effects, feeling, temperature, and character... from the weather forecaster's fanfare to the last sunset. Movements include: Day 1 - Sun; Day 2 - Wind; Day 3 - Rain; Day 4 - Storm; Day 5 - Sunset.
The music is accompanied by an elaborate field show featuring artistic panels representing the forecast and changing weather.
“Our success is a testament to everyone that is a part of our program, our students, instructors, and parents and all the efforts that they have invested in our program. We are obviously very excited about the recognition and the run that we have been on over the past few years,” said Jeff Shaw, director of bands for Southington High School.
“The students, instructors and parents are all extremely excited about this award. We are now focusing the Northern States Championship,” said Sara Ossias, assistant marching band director and visuals coordinator.
The Blue Knights have one additional competition in their season. They will compete in the USSBA Northern States Championship in Allentown, Pa., on Oct. 30. The Northern States Championship includes 39 bands from New England, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virginia.
For more information, visit the Blue Knights Marching Band website at www.shsbands.com, or contact the Southington High School music department at (860) 628-3229, ext. 250.
