In a resounding display of musical excellence, both Gallatin and Bozeman High Schools' Marching Bands emerged as champions at the 2023 WSU Marching Band Championship, hosted at Gesa Field in Martin Stadium, Washington State University, on Saturday, October 28, 2023. 

Their remarkable achievements have set the stage for a special Hometown Show, inviting the community to join the celebration.

Hometown Show:

• Monday, October 30, 2023, 6:30-7
• Bozeman High Schools Van Winkle Stadium 

Both Gallatin and Bozeman High Schools have much to celebrate as their Marching Bands secured top honors at the 2023 WSU Marching Band Championship.

• Bozeman High School's Marching Band secured 1st place in Class A and Outstanding Visual performance. Band Director Kelly Berdahl
• Gallatin High School's Marching Band delivered an outstanding performance, securing 3rd place in Class A, with 2nd place finishes in both Visual and Percussion.  Band Director Jeffrey Ruffcorn.

Community Celebration:
In honor of these remarkable accomplishments, the community is invited to the Hometown Show at Bozeman High School Football Field on Monday October 30th from 6:30 to 7. This event provides a unique opportunity for Bozeman to rally behind their local marching bands and witness the performances they rehearsed for months and won at the Marching band championship.

Come celebrate this significant achievement by our Gallatin and Bozeman High School Marching Bands.

For More Information Contact:
Kelly Berdahl, 406-579-8929 - Bozeman High School Band Director
Jeffrey Ruffcorn, Gallatin High School Band Director

About WSU Marching Band Championship:

The WSU Marching Band Championship is an independent, annual high school marching band competition, started in 2015 and hosted by Washington State's Cougar Marching Band. This yearly event serves as a platform to spotlight high school marching bands in the region to display their talent, skills, teamwork, community pride and unity.