Legendary band Metallica to decide if Va. high school marching band will win national competition WTOP | Makemetechie.com Summary
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- “It’s just surreal to me that one of my all-time favorite bands is going to watch my band,” said Oakton’s marching band director Jamie VanValkenburg..
- “I’m so proud that we made it this far and that our band is going to get this kind of visibility.” Oakton is one of five finalists in the small band category with under 75 members..
- Additionally, this proves that even small bands can do big things.” Deniz, one of the drum majors for the band, said she was excited to watch the video and see their hard work pay off..
- “To know that the band members of Metallica are actually going to watch my kid conduct … I’m thrilled for him to get that kind of visibility in the world,” she said..
- Valerie Bonk | [email protected] December 16, 2023, 4:12 PMThe Oakton High School Marching Cougars put together a Metallica-themed show this year titled “Parade to Black,” which has reached the finals in a competition sponsored by the iconic rock band, who will also serve as judges..
- “This has been a labor of love for so long.” But there’s also an audience favorite competition, and voters can show support for the Cougar marching band online here..
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