After my selection to the
Liberty Band, I arrived in New York with eyes as big as saucers. I couldn't
believe that I was about to take part in such a huge event.
Our home away from
home for the next two weeks was William Patterson College in New Jersey. We
stayed in the dorms and used their facilities for rehearsals.
The first time our group of
squad leaders played together, I was in awe. What a talented group of
musicians—I certainly didn't feel worthy. However, our group of about twelve
leaders knew we were a part of something special. We bonded instantly. Those
few days before the band arrived, was like something out of a movie.
