McGavock High School - Etc Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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The air was filled with excitement as the 19th annual Tourna- ment of Roses Parade began. There seemed to be no end to the spectators, they were everywhere; hanging out of windows, on roofs, on the ground, in the stands, in cars, in stores, and even in the air. One of the highlights of the parade was when a float broke down in front of us which resulted in the parade stopping. It was not exciting to stop except for the fact that we were right in front of the CBS television cameras for nearly five minutes! How could anyone miss the great sound and looks of the McGavock High Marching Raiders! As the parade progressed; our feet, legs, backs, and shoulders began to ache. However, it was not long after that when we completed the seven mile parade. We were one of two bands that were able to play the complete parade route. We were also one of two bands which had no members to drop out due to fatigue. One rifle guard nearly dropped out when a spectator pulled her into the crowd, however, she simply marched back in. We made it! The long, hard journey was over and we were wasted. We collapsed in the sand for a few minutes to rest then we were off to lunch and was it great! After this task, our days were few. We had a formal dinner and dance that evening along with a 24-hour delayed New Year’s Eve greeting. The next day was mixed, part of the band went to Hollywood, part went to the beach, and the remainder to the San Diego Zoo. That evening we had a Discotique in the hotel. The next morning was very dreary as we headed back to Nashville. All we had to show for our efforts were souvenirs, a Tournament of Roses Musicians Patch, and many memoris of the Marching Raiders on national television. The band members are very grateful to Mr. Rawlings and Mr. Kinney who made all those memories possible! This page: Top: “My feet are killing me!” Middle: “T know | packed it.” Bottom: “Where do we go now?” Opposite Page: Top left: Memories of a parade. Top right: ‘‘If I have to lift this flag again, I will scream!” Middle: ‘And ah 1 and ah 2andah ... ” Bottom left and right: “Gee, what a fun New Year’s Eve!”