Ballou HS Rocks the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The Ballou Senior High School Majestic Knights marching band, under the direction of leader Darrell Watson, are the pride of D.C. today after their performance in the Macy's annual Thanksgiving Parade. Ballou's band is a D.C. institution that has even inspired a documentary, and they are the first school from the District ever to perform in the parade. The students have been preparing for this performance since their selection was first announced in April of last year, practicing and fundraising for their trip to New York. The band performed a tribute to Michael Jackson called, "It's a Thriller." Enjoy the clip below, courtesy of NBC, and congratulations on a job well done to Mr. Watson, the fantastic musicians and dancers, and their families!

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They were awesome. The best thing in that now lip synced, cheesed*ck parade by a million miles.

Very Classy Performance! We had the invitation to represent DC in the parade (during the 90's) as well. Ballou, you made us all proud and your band is a testament to hard work and discipline!
(Former HU Drum Major)

this was the only thing worth watching on thanksgiving day for me. congrats to the school and everyone involved!

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