Patriotic Performance
by GalionLive • July 3, 2011 • Life in Galion • 1 Comment
As the chorus members exited the bandstand after their performance of “Battle Hymn of the Republic” on Saturday evening, former GHS Choral Director Herb Krichbaum quipped to those around him, “Next time I’ll remember to bring the air conditioner.”
It was, as usual, an unusually warm evening as the Galion Community Band, assisted by the chorus, presented their 36th annual performance in conjunction with the Galion Independence Day Celebration at Heise Park. In addition to the outstanding variety of musical selections performed by the band, including Sousa marches, excerpts from “Mary Poppins,” and several patriotic selections, it was also an evening which included the honoring of several community members. Among those recognized were three Rotarians – Don Ryan, represented on Saturday by his wife, Carol; and two long-time Rotarians, Jim … Read the rest
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Heise Park was bustling on Sunday, July 5 with a day-long series of events commemorating America’s 233rd birthday. At 4:00 p.m., a group of military and civilian reenactors established an encampment at the log cabin, demonstrating clothing, gear and cooking. At 7:00 p.m., music began at the Heise Park bandshell behind the Center-Y – with the Galion Alumni Band performing at 8:00 p.m.. The Alumni Band was joined by members of the current GHS Band, as well as visitors from other communities.