Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School Band takes home gold at the Music in the Parks Festival

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May 14, 2023

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BUCKHANNON — The Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School Band achieved first place at the Music in the Parks Festival at Kennywood on Saturday, May 14. Their performance earned a superior rating of 92%, marking the highest score of the festival.

This achievement follows the band’s consistent efforts towards improvement. The first place signifies the culmination of the ensemble’s hard work and their success in the music field.

As they celebrate this victory, their rallying cry rings out loud and clear: Let’s Go Bucs!

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