The Sanford community came together on Tuesday, March 12th, to fill the stands of Partner's Bank Gymnasium at Sanford High School for the 35th Annual Sanford Band Fest Concert.
This event served as a platform to showcase the musical talents of students enrolled in band classes spanning grades 5 through 12.
Under the direction of 5th grade and 6th grade music director Dee Ames, the evening commenced with captivating performances by the 5th and 6th grade bands.
The 5th graders delighted the audience with renditions of "Take Five," "Hot Cross Buns," "Au Claire de la Lune," "On the Bridge at Avignon," and "Surprise Symphony."
Following suit, the 6th Grade Band delivered renditions of "Tornado" and "Rock Around the Clock."
Guided by music director Erica Scarano, the 7th and 8th graders performed next. The 7th Graders led off with "Plaza de Toros" and concluded with "Ancient Moon."
The 8th graders then took over with renditions of "Midnight Escape" and "Shipwrecked."
Stepping into the limelight following the 8th grade performers, the high school band, led by SHS music director Hailey Francoeur, delivered renditions of "Steel" and "Jungle Dance."
The evening's finale was a combined performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, with all three instructors and SHS junior Quang Lam conducting together.