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York Public School ('11)('09)('08)('07)

Last Update 9.16.11

School Mascot: Dukes

School Colors: Navy Blue/Vegas Gold

How many people live in your town? 8,000

What towns are your students from? York

How many students are in your school? 400

How many are in your band? 65 in band, 8 in flag squad – 73 total

Is your school consolidated? No

How many years has your band been attending the Harvest of Harmony? For several years

What songs will the band be playing this year? Beatles theme – "Get Back" for field show, "Paperback Rider," "Let it Be" and "Hey Jude."

Why did you choose those songs? The band went to Branson, MO, on band trip and performed for "Liverpool Legend" Beatles show and students were excited about Beatles theme.

What previous awards has your band won? This year, they won the Governor's Trophy at Yorkfest Parade for having highest number of points of all bands that attended.

Interesting Facts or Trivia: Branson trip was last May.

Who is your queen candidate? Amanda McClure

Drum Major: Erik Hamling

Flag Squad Coordinator: Konda Cooper

Band Director: Curtis Forsch

How long have you been the band director? 12 years

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