Rockford Marching Invitational 2024

To kick off their competitive season, the Northview Marching Band travelled to Rockford High School to compete in the 41st Annual Rockford Marching Invitational. Overall, they placed second and received an exemplary score of 80.4.

The band about to enter the field to debut their show. Left: members of band and colorguard make their way to the gates. Right: (left to right) sophomore Lyvia Vincent and senior Ashley Pedo pose with their drums as they await the performance.

Senior drum major Joey Gage salutes to the judges to signal the beginning of the performance. This is Gage's first year as drum major for the band.

Members of the trombone and saxophone section lean as a part of a visual with their instruments.

Left: Part of the trombone section squat in their formation. Throughout the show, marchers execute various moves to create visuals.

Marchers in the baritone section play their parts while standing in their formations.

(Left to right) junior Dominic Serba-Adamson, freshman Harley Quinn, sophomore Stella Logan and freshman Harry Cloherty represent the trombone section.

Senior Sophia Hill plays her saxophone solo. During this part of the show, Hill plays a soulful melody as the band accompanies.

Sophomore color guard member Lauren Richardson dances on her mark as members of the band stand in formation. During the marching show, color guard creates fun and entertaining visuals with flags and ribbons which enhance the visual performance.

Drum majors Hoover, Gage and sophomore Esther Cosby pose after completing the show. The three are the leaders of the band’s show this year as they conduct and direct the marchers.

(Left to right) senior Jaden Bozek and junior Ethan Wells smile for the camera on the bleachers after completing their show. Everyone involved was pleased with how they did and was glad to rest after.

Junior Abby Amos strikes a fun pose sitting on the bleachers after the show. This is Amos's third year on band and she enjoys performing at competitions.