Members of the Le Mars Community Schools sixth grade band put in some last minute practice time under the direction of Randy Benton in preparation for the Parade of Bands concert set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Carey Gymnasium. [Click to enlarge]

From first ever band performance to seniors performing in their last high school concert, the Parade of Bands concert by the Le Mars Community Schools Music Department offers a variety of music this Thursday, April 24. Concert time is 7:30 p.m. in Carey Gymnasium.

There is no admission charge and seniors will be recognized during the evening.

The 5th Grade Band will start the concert with their first performance ever. They will be playing " Defender of Time," "Heroes and Glory" and "March Grandioso."

The 6th Grade Band will then share their selections of "Ancient Dances," "Friends of Freedom March" and "Louie, Louie." Both of these bands are under the direction of Randy Benton.

The Middle School Concert Band of 7th and 8th graders combined, will share four selections, "Peace Jubilee March" (a King march), "James Bond Medley," "Cruisin'" and the overture - "Canticle of the Saints," under the direction of Mary Kay Benton.

The High School Big Red Band will share their state large group selections - "First Suite in Eb" by Gustav Holst and "The Klaxon March" by Henry Fillmore. The high school band is under the direction of Curt Ohrlund.

They will be participating in High School State Large Group Contest on Friday, May 2, which will be hosted by LCS. The 5-12 bands are also assisted by Cliff McMurray.

The 5-12 bands will end the program with a combined patriotic selection "American Spirit Overture."

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The instructors and students encourage the public to come enjoy an evening of music and support the bands.