Stewarts Creek High School Band Chosen to Perform at Inauguration Parade

Stewarts Creek High School Band Chosen for Inauguration Performance

December 24, 2024

Rutherford County Schools

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. Stewarts Creek High School Band is proud to announce that it has been selected by the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee to perform in the 60th Presidential Inaugural Parade in Washington, D.C., on January 20. This prestigious honor highlights the band’s commitment to musical excellence.

In representing the Town of Smyrna, Rutherford County Schools, and the State of Tennessee, the Stewarts Creek High School Band will join select groups from across the nation for this historic occasion.

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“This invitation is a true testament to the hard work, passion, and dedication of our students,” said Clark Harrell, principal of Stewarts Creek High School. “We’re thrilled to showcase our students at such a prominent national performance and grateful for the ongoing support from the school and community.

To meet the travel and performance costs associated with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the band has launched a fundraising campaign and is seeking financial and in-kind donations from members of the community, alumni, and businesses.

The Stewarts Creek High School Band is no stranger to civic and community events.

In 2016, the band travelled to Honolulu, Hawaii, to perform for the commemoration of 75th anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor. In 2018, the Stewarts Creek High School Band had the honor of performing at the dedication ceremony of the Capt. Jeff Kuss, USMC Memorial, paying tribute to Marine Captain Jeff Kuss, Blue Angel No. 6, who tragically lost his life in Smyrna during training for the Great Tennessee Airshow on June 2, 2016.

“I’m very excited for the students & staff of Stewarts Creek High School! The opportunity to represent our community for such an incredible national event is a moment our entire school district can be proud of. I would like to congratulate every student, teacher, and family member who made this achievement possible. I know they will do Rutherford County proud!” Katie Darby, School Board Member Zone

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“What an honor and a memory these students will have forever. The value of hard work and dedication to their craft that this band can now demonstrate to the nation on such a historical and monumental occasion for the nation,” said Rutherford County Commissioner Joshua James.

Individuals and businesses interested in supporting the Stewarts Creek High School Band’s journey to our nation’s capital for this historic occasion are encouraged to visit supportschsband.com or contact stewartscreekband@gmail.com for more information. With the support and generosity of our community, the Stewarts Creek High School Band will proudly represent the Volunteer State on Jan. 20 in Washington, D.C.

ABOUT THE STEWARTS CREEK HIGH SCHOOL BAND

The Stewarts Creek High School Band, established in 2013, has quickly earned a distinguished reputation as one of the premier high school bands in Tennessee. With a focus on creating impactful and meaningful performance opportunities, the SCHS band program fosters a professional environment that inspires students to achieve their highest potential. The SCHS Band program also emphasizes the core values of commitment, dedication, and teamwork, fostering a close-knit musical family built on the principles of integrity, passion, and excellence.

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