Packed house for President’s Own: U.S. Marine Band plays on, hours after power outage ends at Nevada Union
Colonel Jason K. Fettig, the 28th director of the United States Marine Band, directs before a capacity crowd during Friday's performance of "The President's Own" at Nevada Union High School's Ali Gymnasium. The event was hosted by the Marine Corps League Gold Country Detachment #885 and Music In the Mountains. About 1,500 people enjoyed the concert, organizers said, which avoided cancellation with the restoration of power Friday morning at the high school.
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Colonel Jason K. Fettig and the U.S. Marine Band recognized Nevada Union’s band teacher Ken Carter for his 40-year career. Carter plans to retire in June.
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The trombone section plays Friday during the performance at Nevada Union Friday.
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Assistant Director Captain Bryan P. Sherlock directs Friday.
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Colonel Jason K. Fettig, 28th director of the U.S. Marine Band, directs the band Friday.
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A reported 1,500 people filled the gymnasium for the concert.
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Friday's performance was the first in a decade in Grass Valley by the U.S. Marine Bane.
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Kevin Bennear, baritone, sings songs from South Pacific.
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The tuba section playing during the national anthem at the beginning of Friday's concert.
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Colonel Jason K. Fettig, 28th Director, US Marine Band.
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