They’ve done it again! 🌹 The Band Directors Marching Band triumphed at the 2026 Rose Parade, earning an enthusiastic, heartfelt response from the crowd—including spontaneous standing ovations from many spectators. Despite persistent rain, the 360 members, ages 19 to 82, delivered a brilliant sound and a visually stunning performance as the Michael D. Sewell Memorial Foundation float passed seamlessly through the band’s formation. Congratulations to directors Jon Waters, John Cisetti, and Hongla

🌹🎺🥁 Franklin High School Band is Rose Parade bound! After a year of dedicated fundraising, the Franklin High School Band will proudly march in the 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California. The Make It So campaign was a designated scholarship campaign to help students who could not afford to go on this trip. $124,000 was the total they achieved in fundraising dollars, and that included scholarship dollars designated for Make It So, ensuring all 222 band members could participate

A triumphant return to Pasadena 🇲🇽🎶 The Delfines Marching Band from Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico performed today at the Tournament of Roses Bandfest at Pasadena City College, proudly showcasing the rhythms, culture, and identity of Mexico. After their field exhibition, the band marched past the stands, giving spectators a preview of the music they’ll perform in the Rose Parade. With more than 250 members, the Delfines Marching Band will make its fourth appearance in the Rose Parade on January 1,