Franklin High School’s marching band to perform during halftime at Memphis’ Liberty Bowl

Photo of Franklin High School's marching band courtesy of FHS

From Franklin High School marching band

Press release

WorldStrides OnStage programs has invited the marching band from Franklin High School to perform at the Liberty Bowl. They will join marching bands from across the country in the halftime show finale of this major college bowl game. An invitation to perform at the Liberty Bowl is an honor reserved only for the most talented student performers from across the nation.

Under the direction of Buddy Huckabee, the Franklin High School marching band will travel to Memphis where they will rehearse with the mass band and learn from nationally acclaimed adjudicators. In their free time, they will take in the sights of Memphis.

Buddy Huckabee has been teaching for 19 years and will be personally leading the Franklin High School group to Memphis. This is the fourth time Buddy Huckabee has traveled with WorldStrides.

To learn how you can help Franklin High School’s fundraising efforts, contact Jerry Bumgarner fhsbandboosterpresident@gmail.com.

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