Garden City Public Schools

On Oct. 4, the Garden City Marching Band traveled to West Milford, New Jersey, for their first competition of the season. Despite the heat, the Trojans delivered an outstanding performance, earning second place overall with a score of 80.80, along with the awards for Best Color Guard, Best Percussion and Best Visuals.

“The level of commitment from our students and staff is exceptional, and it shows in their field performance,” said Ms. Akira Regan, district coordinator of music and the arts. “This achievement reflects the vision, skill and teamwork of everyone involved. Our students’ hard work at every rehearsal pays off, and I’m excited to see their continued growth this season. We are also grateful to our parent association for their support on and off the field.”

On Oct. 18, the band performed at MetLife Stadium, delivering another spectacular show. Competing against 11 bands from across the Northeast, GCMB again earned second place overall with a score of 84.80 and repeated their win for Best Visuals.

“A highlight of our season is always performing at MetLife Stadium,” said Mr. Dan DellaMonica, GCMB director. “Earning second place at this prestigious venue is especially meaningful and is a testament to the dedication of our instructors, staff and most importantly, our students.”

The Garden City Marching Band continues to demonstrate excellence, teamwork and dedication, setting the stage for a remarkable season.