Re: How to join Macy's thanksgiving parade

"Cody Martin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message news:<[EMAIL PROTECTED]>...
> Hey-
>     I'm not exactly sure on this one, but I've always heard that it was by
> invitation of the Macy's people. Can anyone back this up?
> 
> 
> Thanks,
> Cody
> 
>
You must apply to march in the Macy's parade. You must submit a video
performance, a audio tape, a resume of the band's accomplishments,
even a band director's biography. You are selected approximately two
years in advance. Anyone can apply. You can go to their website and
get an application. Once selected, you have to send a video of what
you are going to perform, go to a few meetings at your expense, and
spend all night in NY on the eve of the parade. There is a rehearsal
from 2-4:30 am, then you must be at the starting line by 7 am. It is a
long night/day, but a worthy experience. Done it, and recommend
everyone should try and do it at least once.

Mike Longdo
Band Director 
SRHS