The Fayette County High School Marching Band celebrated its 60th anniversary on Sept. 25, inviting alumni and former educators to perform alongside current students during a football game against Riverdale High School.
fayette-news.net reported that the event featured a shared meal inside the high school for returning students, teachers and present band members, followed by memorabilia displays highlighting the band’s different eras and warmup drills in the school parking lot.
Former student Nicholas Gianella, Class of 2016, said he had a great time in high school participating in events and competitions and was excited to play with everyone after learning about the reunion. Former Head Band Director Don McSwain said it was good to see older students again and that the band is still doing well.
According to Fayette County School System officials, Fayetteville Mayor Ed Johnson designated the day as Marching Tigers Day. The Marching Tigers are led by Director of Bands O’Shae Best and Assistant Director of Bands Joshua Nogal. Despite the football team’s loss to Riverdale, the marching band put on a celebratory show for attendees.
For more information, visit fayette-news.net.