Morgan State University's Magnificent Marching Machine to Perform at D-Day Normandy Parade
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on June 05, 2023 Nearly one year from now, the Morgan State University Marching Band will have the distinct honor of performing in the D-Day 80 Normandy Parade taking place on June 6, 2024, in Normandy, France. The exclusive invitation to Morgan’s Magnificent Marching Machine to participate in the parade was extended by Music Celebrations International as part of the official 80th Anniversary Commemoration of D-Day: The Battle of Normandy and the Liberation of France. The occasion, made possible with the support of the American Veterans Center, marks the first time an ensemble from a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) will participate in the annual D-Day memorial parade before Parisians, tourists and international audiences. “When we think of the historic events that have shaped the 20th century and the decades thereafter, the courageous moments that took place on the beaches of Normandy, France nearly 80 years ago, are among them. The opportunity to have our students not only represent our University but also our nation on such a grand world stage in recognition of such a monumental occasion is truly an honor,” said David K. Wilson, president of Morgan. “Our thanks to the event organizers for their recognition of the talented student performers we have at Morgan, and for providing them with this lifetime experience allowing them to touch history. Under the artistic direction of Jorim E. Reid, Sr., D.M.A, director of bands at Morgan, the Magnificent Marching Machine will perform at two different notable locations in Paris. Their performances will pay homage to the sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Americans known as “The Greatest Generation” who gave the ultimate sacrifice, and the more than one million African-American men and women that served in the Armed Forces during World War II. This official 80th Anniversary of D-Day represents possibly the last at which any June 6th Veterans will be present for the poignant reminder of their courage and sacrifice. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Culpepper
President, Fulfillment and Web Services, HBCUCONNECT Clark Atlanta University class of 1998 Member Since September 2000 |
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