2 Students Selected to Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

Two Fairless students were recently selected to participate in the Great American Marching Band, during Macy's Thanksgiving Parade. Seniors Brock Hrynko (Trumpet) and Jake Lyon (Sousaphone) are among 185 elite musicians, selected from around the country. Not only are they representing Fairless, but Stark County and Ohio!

Taken right from the Macy's Great American Band website: "The band is under the direction of Dr. Richard Good, Auburn University, Dr. Doug Rosener, Auburn University, Percussion Director, Mr. Bart Woodley of WGI, Flag Instructor, and Ms. Kailene Laga, Montclair State University, Dance Instructor. This staff is also assisted by several talented music educators from across the country who serve as section instructors for the winds and percussion and assist in teaching the music, Herald Square drill and parade formation. The 185 musicians will be complemented by approximately 40 flags and dancers.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is internationally recognized as the official start of the holiday season and world-famous as a uniquely American entertainment extravaganza.

Once again, this prestigious band will take an honor position among the gigantic helium balloons, impressive floats carrying celebrities, and the nation's top marching bands. Stepping-off from Central Park, the Band will be cheered by the 3 million spectators lining the parade route. Arriving at Macy's Herald Square, the Band will perform for celebrity hosts, a grandstand audience, and more than 50 million TV viewers watching the broadcast live on NBC.

WIth this great opportunity, comes great cost, including lodging, uniform and instrument rental, travel expense and meals. Please consider contributing not only as a supporter of the arts, but as a fellow falcon!