Alumni Magazine - Spring 2008 - (Page 51) Photo: Michael Schwarz Band Celebrates Centennial Tech musicians marking 100th with performance in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York The Georgia Tech band was formed by a group of 14 students in 1908. Now 350 members strong, the band is celebrating its centennial. This year also marks another milestone moment for the band — it will be marching in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Nov. 27. “The Macy’s parade will be the most fitting way for the band to celebrate our centennial anniversary in front of 50 million viewers, as well as an opportunity for the students to shine as ambassadors for the Institute,” says Chris Moore, associate director of bands and director of athletic bands. The Georgia Tech band is one of just two college bands in the country selected to participate in the event. To apply, the band had to submit an application along with video and audio material and photos. The band hopes to raise $500,000 to cover the cost of air, hotel and food expenses, as well as a concert hall rental fee. To date, it has raised about 20 percent of its goal, Moore says. Donations made to the Georgia Tech Foundation may be sent to Andrea Strauss, director of bands, at the Georgia Tech Music Department, 840 McMillan St. N.W., Atlanta, GA 30332. The Alumni Association is planning a trip to watch the parade and celebrate Thanksgiving in New York. Band fans who can’t make it to the Big Apple may participate in centennial festivities on campus. A concert and reception will be held at 8 p.m. April 10 at the Ferst Center for the Arts. The band also is planning a banquet for alumni on Oct. 23 during Homecoming. Georgia Tech Alumni Magazine • Spring 2008 51
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