Testimonials:
"The Viking Band Boosters do so much for our program! Their efforts in creative and community-oriented fundraising make so many things possible for our band but even above their monetary donations we value the donation of their time more than anything else. They always have a strong presence at our band events, be it a game, contest concert or just a rehearsal and it means so much t
o the kids to see them there cheering on their efforts. A band booster parent is not the parent of just one kid but is the parent of them all. That takes a lot of time and support and we appreciate all that they do for our program!"
- Bre Osbourn - Director of Bands
"The Bryan Viking Band Boosters have been a huge support system for the Bryan Viking Band and we could not function at the level we do, nor have the success we have had, without them. Not only do they work incredibly hard fundraising to help with our tangible needs to be successful performers, but they always show that they truly care for all of the band kids, as if they were their own. It helps make it feel like a "family away from home" for the students where they feel safe and well-cared for!"
- Marie Debellis - Color Guard Director / Assistant Band Director
"It's difficult to put into a few words how much the band has impacted my kids' lives. The band influences the kids in so many ways including instilling leadership, purpose, discipline, responsibility - the list goes on! The boosters help make these benefits a reality."
- Mark S. "I support the Bryan Band because band was a turning point in my life as a student. Hall (my director) invested more in me than I deserved and challenged me to always become better -- I cannot thank him enough. Band really does make a lasting change in the lives of the students involved."
- John B. "As a former band parent (11 years total counting from the beginning), I'm sure I could never count the many ways Band was beneficial to my kids. One thing I know for sure though, Band was never just notes on a piece of paper. Band IS limitless opportunities to explore creativity through challenging curriculum that involves the mind and body. It IS learning to develop a competitive spirit in a team atmosphere while becoming a better individual musician, student and person, all at the same time. Band IS a family where everyone is valued and appreciated for their contributions, a place where you are missed if you aren't there. Participating in Band through middle and high school certainly instilled valuable life skills in my young adult children: discipline, a strong work ethic, creative and critical thinking skills and a keen attention to detail. They are moving on successful paths in life due in large part to their participation in Band. "
-Becky K. "The benefits of The Viking Band and Color Guard experience for our four children have been extraordinary: music education, teamwork, self-discipline, effort toward common goals, leadership camps and experience, performance competition, educational travel, networks with students in bands across the sate, and enduring friendships top the list. Band and Color Guard have been an investment in our children's future because of the real world training and opportunities they have gained."
- The Chumchals
"We feel our parental involvement with band helped increase our child's academic achievements. We created a bonding relationship with him. Our involvement also increased his value on music and his intentions to continue learning and participating in the Viking Band. He is now a member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band."
- The Castillo Family
