![Evan Merical conducts the GSC Marching Band during last year's Band Bash held at the ֱ Presbyterian Church Evan Merical conducts the GSC Marching Band during last year's Band Bash held at the ֱ Presbyterian Church](/sites/default/files/styles/news_image/public/BandBash_17.jpg?itok=aHw8EWyc)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 6, 2018
For More Information:
ֱ State College
Public Relations Department
(304) 462-4115
UPDATE (8/17/18): This event is now being held at the GSC Fine Arts Center; times and activities will remain the same.
GLENVILLE, WV - The ֱ State College 'Wall of Sound' Marching Band will have a feature performance at the on Friday, August 17. The event will take place from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with the band performance beginning at 6:30 p.m.
In addition to the band performance there will be a picnic and games, all for free and open to the public.
The band began using the field adjacent to the Presbyterian Church for their pre-season camp several years ago which has led to a successful partnership. "We could not have held these camps without the ֱ Presbyterian Church, Pastor Kinney, and their many hard working members. They've been incredible providing us with both a location and meals. They are truly a blessing and are hugely appreciated," said Dr. Lloyd Bone. Bone is the marching band director and also serves as the college's Department of Fine Arts Chair.
The ֱ Presbyterian Church is located at 1172 WV Highway 5, about one mile from the stoplight toward Grantsville just past the Gilmer County Fire Department. Event organizers encourage attendees to bring a lawn chair to better enjoy the outdoor festivities.
During football season the Marching Band performs a halftime show at Morris Stadium during every home football game.
For more information about the 'Band Bash' event, contact Pastor Karen Kinney at (304) 462-7239.
For more information about the Marching Band or other Department of Fine Arts programs and events, call (304) 462-6340.