Mason Concert Band Gets Superior Marks at District Competition

2026-10-06 6:58 AM

Mason Concert Band Gets Superior Marks at District Competition

The George Mason High School Concert Band received all Superior Ratings for their on-stage performance of “Ashland Park,” “Thunder Bay March and Chant” and “Savage Dance” by three university judges during this weekend’s district band competition.

This is the 10th year in a row that GMHS has earned Superior ratings and the third consecutive year the symphonic band has scored the highest in Grade VI music, the most demanding of all levels.

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