JACKSON – Jackson Liberty’s Marching band enjoyed a trip to Disney World in Orlando Florida last week but this adventure was also a working visit.
Band Director Scott Katona told The Jackson Times that the students were selected by the Disney Imagination Campus staff. “They participated in a workshop where students got to go behind the scenes to meet, work with and perform for cast members, then turning around and becoming cast members themselves to perform for thousands along Mainstreet.”
“We spent four full days on Disney property and the students had the opportunity to experience all the different parks as well as musical offerings throughout,” Katona said.
He noted that the band parent organization “was able to fundraise enough money to take $500 off each student’s cost to go. Along with the students’ individual fundraising, many went for free.”
Zadyn Musto-Evan, a Junior and a trombone player said, “marching down Mainstreet was the most magical and thrilling performance I’ve been a part of. Performing in Disney is a once in a lifetime experience and I am happy I was a part of it.”
Band Parent President Patricia Carroll said, “this trip was truly magical! I’m so proud of this talented and dedicated group of students. I’m happy we were able to provide these students with a once in a lifetime experience.”
Katona noted the many comments from the crowd while band was marching. Those remarks included, “you got a great band” and you sound fantastic.” Another listener said, “what a big sound.”
“I am very thankful we had the support of the school district and parent organization for this trip. The students had an amazing performance and I am proud of all of them,” the band director added.
The Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar Marching Band will have their turn at performing at Disney World next month having achieved the same honor as their counterparts from Jackson Liberty High School.
