Santa Maria High Band Director to March in 2026 Rose Parade

Santa Maria High Band Director to March in 2026 Rose Parade

Wrapped in her sousaphone, Samantha Bunten performs in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. (Courtesy photo) Santa Maria High School Band director Samantha Bunten has been selected to participate in the 2026 Rose Parade as part of Saluting America’s Band Directors. The ensemble will feature more than 350 musicians from across the country and Mexico, coming together to celebrate excellence in music education and to recognize the dedication of band…

Ohio High School Band Directors To March In Rose Bowl Parade

(12-26-25) Six High School Marching Band Directors from Northwest Ohio are heading to the 2026 Rose Parade on New Year’s Day. They’re part of a group of 400 band directors from all across the country, led by Director Jon Waters of the Bowling Green State University BGSU Falcon Marching Band. Keep an eye out for marching band directors: Ben Pack, North Baltimore High School, Clarinet Kari Rosania, Fairview High School, Sousaphone Julee Bayliss, …