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On behalf of the Shawnee Mission East Lancer Band students and parents, a heartfelt THANK YOU for the incredible trip. I’m so incredibly happy to have shared this experience with my students, parents and all of you. Thank you for the hard work that all of you put in to make this trip a success. Thank you again, and I’m hoping this is just the beginning of many trips together!Alex Toepfer, Director, Shawnee Mission East Band
Not only was this an incredible experience but an amazing opportunity. To perform and travel to such a destination was truly the trip of a lifetime for my students. 1000 times thank you for all you do!Jennifer Martinez, Director of Bands, Pittsburg Marching Show Band, California, USA
'We had a terrific trip! Our Students loved the Parade, It was just an incredible experience.'Dr. Daniel Galyen, Director of Bands, University of Northern Iowa, Iowa, USA, 2017
'The USF Herd of Thunder Marching Band was thrilled to participate in the 2017 Rome New Year's Day Parade. The accommodation, food, excursions, and performance opportunities were exceptional and we enthusiastically recommend it to anyone who wants to provide their students with an unforgettable experience.'Dr. Matt McCutchen, Director of Bands, University of South Florida, USA, 2017
'Again, thank you for this opportunity of a life time and for all the work that goes into an event of this magnitude'Ms. Lori Falcone, Lincoln Southwest High School, Nebraska, USA, 2006
'The parade was a blast for the students and they absolutely loved it. The Rome audiences were so friendly and receptive that our students felt like celebrities. The churches we played in were a very fine experience for the kids and they enjoyed it. I really appreciate all that you have done for us on this trip. The kids said it was the best trip ever and was perfect. Thanks for all of your help!'Mr. Kenneth F. Beard, Director of Bands, Woodward Academy, Georgia, USA, 2017
'The students and family members were very impressed with all of the destinations and experiences provided. I know all of the students had a tremendous experience! We are definitely considering the same tour again in the very near future!'Mr. Kyle Hildebrant, Director of Bands, Archbishop Riordan High School, California, USA, 2017
'Let me start by thanking you all for the incredible amount of work that went into creating this once in a lifetime experience. My students were able to experience something that the people of this area only dream of. I can't thank you enough for that. We had an amazing experience! The students loved the trip, and the parade was one of the coolest things I have been a part of. I cannot say enough words about how unique and special this parade is. I cannot imagine planning a trip like this with anyone else. I’m already looking forward to our next one in a few years!'Dr. Adam Dalton, Director of Bands, Marshall University, West Virginia, USA, 2017