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Lessons Of Life: The Germantown Wall Of Sound

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The Germantown Wall of Sound is Germantown High School's competitive marching band. It performs for two local parades, home football games, local concerts, and area marching competitions. More importantly, the Wall of Sound teaches the students involved music, leadership, teamwork, and the ability to set and meet long-term goals. The 2015 field show is named "Lessons of Life" and was chosen by student leaders and our band director, Mr. Bell, and is presented in four movements: Discovery, Pursuit, Love and Loss, and A Gracious Life. Marching Band Madness is one of the greatest days for the Wall of Sound students and staff. It is the first day that we get to show off our show to crowds of parents and other bands. It gives the band students
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