Van Buren High School Band hosts the "Battle on the Border" July 20th

Van Buren High School's Assistant Band Director, Justin Chambers, updated the Van Buren Rotarians on the band's Fall music and marching program on Thursday, July 15th. Noting the band's "significant progress on overall performances", Mr. Chambers also explained that band members are now doing more detailed work with individual and sectional rehearsals.

Mr. Chambers also provided a preview of the July 20th "Battle on the Border VII" which will be held at Van Buren's Blakemore Field at 7:30 P.M. Tickets range from $17 to $25 depending on location with a $3 surcharge if purchased the day of the performance. For advanced tickets, community members were urged to call 479-459-1268 or 317-275-1212. Tickets can also be purchased at the stadium on the day of the show.

Drum Corps International's World and Open Class units that will perform on Tuesday night include:
The Cadets - Allentown, PA
Santa Clara Vanguard - Santa Clara, CA
Colts - Dubuque, IA
Crossmen - San Antonio, TX
Teal Sound - Jacksonville, FL
Music City - Nashville, TN
Forte - Grand Prairie, TX

For more information, visit the "Battle of the Border VII" website.