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: Shelby Shelton
Hometown: New Braunfels, TX
Why did you apply to be a member of the Honor Band?
I wanted to represent my school, my town, my state, and my country.
What part of the trip are you most excited about?
I am most excited to meet new people who otherwise I wouldn’t have met, and marching in the parade.
What are three things you’ve learned from being involved in your high school music program?
Dedication, Motivation, and Communication
To date, what is your favorite memory of being involved in your high school band program?
Being with people who loved what we were doing and had the same motivation for this amazing and rewarding sport.
What activities and clubs are you involved in?
Colorguard, Choir, Photography, Relay for Life, Church youth group
What are your post-graduation plans?
I will be attending the University of the Incarnate Word starting fall of 2022, where I plan to major in photography
Have you participated in any Music for All or Bands of America activities before? If so, which ones?
BOA San Antonio, and BOA Austin
Tell us something unique about yourself.
I am a cancer survivor and an amputee
List your favorites!
Song or piece of music: Country
Band, Artist, Musical Group, etc.: Mighty Unicorn Marching Band
Movie: Harry Potter
TV Show: Once Upon A Time
Book: Fantasy
Board Game: Monopoly
Dessert: Ice Cream
Place to visit: Disney/ Universal Studios
You’re on a deserted island and you can only choose one from each category:
Dessert: Ice Cream
Entertainment: Reading books
