Mission, Texas- After months of rehearsals, perfecting their steps and musical performances, the Veterans Memorial High School (VMHS) Patriot Band and Mission High School (MHS) Eagle Band each had their moment on the field during the recent UIL Region 15 Pigskin Jubilee Marching Band Competition held in Pharr. The Patriot Band earned a division one-superior rating and qualifies for the next round of marching competitions. The 6A bands are not advancing to area competitions this year, meaning the Eagle Band did not have the opportunity to advance this year, based upon the UIL rotation used for marching competition advancement.
The Patriot Band will perform in the area competition to be held at Calallen High School (13630 Northwest Blvd., Corpus Christi), on Saturday, October 24, at 9:30 a.m. Tickets will cost $5 at the gate.
Marching bands are judged on their tone, musicianship, and marching. Marching scores include overall execution and the integration of drill teams.
The Patriot Band’s show is titled “Remembrance”, by Aaron Copland.
Pictured are members of the Patriot Band with the group’s trophy given during the awards ceremony at the Pigskin Jubilee.
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