StringGrrl sees the World

Each year the Parcells Middles schools Bands and Orchestras participate in a music festival called the Music in the Parks. Hosted by several theme parks throughout the US, they offer a chance for the Elementary through High School aged instrumental and chorale groups to perform for competitive ratings and of course spend a day in the Theme Parks. Parcells Middle School Band This year StringGirl and Amber accompanied the Parcells Middle School program as they embarked on a trip to Cedar Point for the annual event.  In all the 7th and 8th Grade Bands and Orchestras walked away with a staggering (literally as the trophies were quite large) 5 top honors.   First Place- for the Concert band (8th graders) First Place- for the Cadet Band (7th graders) First place- String Orchestra (7th and 8th) Best overall Band- Concert Band Best overall Orchestra

From our recent trip to Cedar Point StringGirl gets ready for her first roller coaster ride on board the Gemini!

The Raptor greets guests as soon as they enter On the shores of Lake Erie, lies what many think is the best amusement park in the US. While many might assume the title belongs to the Disney Empire, Cedar Point is the home of the best roller coasters in the world. The Iron Dragon sweeps in over the pond Without relying on the gimmickry of name brand movies and major character contracts titles, Cedar Point rides rely on masterful design and execution of roller coaster to maintain its place in the hearts and minds of the worlds coaster enthusiasts. In fact the American Coaster Enthusiasts were at Cedar Point that weekend when they placed a marker commemorating the work of Roller Coaster designer Ron Toomer , who was responsible for the landmark rides the Mine Ride, the Corkscrew, Gemini, and Iron Dragon. As well as the Magnum XL-200 which was one of the first coasters to break the 200 foot height barrier. The Mean Streak in the background ...