Invitation ceremony on Thursday, September 26, solidifies historic opportunity

September 24, 2024, Hillsboro, OR – Media are invited to cover the official announcement of the Glencoe High School Band’s invitation to perform in the 40th Anniversary London New Year’s Day Parade on January 1, 2026.  

Students will have a life-changing week in the historic city, performing in the parade and immersing themselves in a full educational program visiting museums, historic sites, and places of architectural and artistic interest. 

The 2026 event marks a momentous moment for the great British tradition and will be one of the biggest and best in the event’s history, which will be streamed live across the world - including in the U.S. on the PBS network. 

“We only wanted the very best marching bands for our 40th Anniversary event,” noted Bob Bone, Founder and Chair of the London New Year’s Day Parade, “and know that the [Glencoe Marching Tide] has a terrific track record and reputation.” 

What: Glencoe High School Band, “Marching Tide,” accepts invitation to perform at the 40th Anniversary London New Year’s Day Parade in 2026

Where: Glencoe High School New Cafe, 2700 NW Glencoe Rd., Hillsboro, OR 97124

When: Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Agenda: Gather in the New Cafe for the announcement and celebration. 

Interviews: Available with Ben Adams, GHS Band Director; GHS Band Students; Bob Bone, Founder and Chair of the London New Year’s Day Parade; Steve Summers, Chair of the London Mayors’ Association; Dean Oblonsky, Senior American Consultant; Bill Northen and Jonathan Whaley, Senior Directors of International Participation

RSVP: Media are asked to RSVP to Communications Officer Beth Graser at graserbe@hsd.k12.or.us or 503-844-1772.

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