CLASS AAAA

Directors: Michael Thursby and Becky Strobel

Drumline: Justin Tollefeon and Craig Thiltgen

Color Guard: Jeff Olson and Paulette Redman-Adams

Design: Ward Miller

Repertoire: “Magnificent Seven,” “The Good, The Bad & The Ugly”

Number of Band Members: 120

Band Accomplishments:

The Mankato Area 77 Lancers from Mankato is a competitive parade marching band made up of 8th-12th grade students from throughout southern Minnesota. The group consists of about 120 members performing in brass, woodwind, percussion and colorguard sections. In their 40-year history, the Lancers have established themselves as one of the premier marching ensembles in the Midwest.

The Lancers are a community education organization that strives to promote excellence in the areas of youth development and performance. Over the years, the Lancers have marched and performed in more than 30 states and Canada. This year, the Lancers are excited to travel to Chicago to perform in the Skokie 4th of July Parade.

This season’s show, “The Magnificent Seven” explores a lone ranger’s travels into the unknown West. The show music consists of excerpts from “The Magnificent Seven” and “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” arranged by Dr. Ward Miller and Michael Thursby. We hope you enjoy the Lancers’ version of “The Magnificent Seven.”