Music for All’s Bands of America Honor Band will march in The Rose Parade on New Year’s Day 2022 in Pasadena, California. With more than 300 members, this national honor band will represent school band programs across America. Meet the members!
Name: Emily Berg
Hometown: South Lyon, MI
Why did you apply to be a member of the Honor Band?
My best friend got accepted and encouraged me to audition
What part of the trip are you most excited about?
Performing with a lot of my friends from my hometown and meeting new ones
What are three things you’ve learned from being involved in your high school music program?
Practice makes permanent not perfection
Energy makes anything fun
Friends are some of the most important people
To date, what is your favorite memory of being involved in your high school band program?
Performing at state finals with all of my friends
What activities and clubs are you involved in?
Marching band, pep band, south lyon percussion, NHS
What are your post-graduation plans?
Go to Physician Assistant school
Tell us something unique about yourself.
I am a certified nurse assistant
List your favorites!
Song or piece of music: Oceans by Hillsong
Band, Artist, Musical Group, etc.: Country
Movie: Pitch Perfect
TV Show: Grey’s Anatomy
Book: Catcher in the Rye
Board Game: Euchre
Dessert: Ice cream
Place to visit: Wisconsin
You’re on a deserted island and you can only choose one from each category:
Dessert: Ice Cream
Entertainment: Playing Board Games
Social Media: Instagram
