Vikingland Band Festival - 2018

PARADE ORDER

Welcome to the Vikingland Band Festival parade marching championship!

Founded in 1985, the annual festival is a highlight of the summer parade marching season. Throughout the years, the event has drawn more than 85 different bands from seven states, two Canadian provinces and Norway.

Eight different bands have claimed the Grand Champion title in the Festival’s 33-year history.

This year’s event features 19 of the finest high school marching bands in the Midwest, as well as a special perfor-

mance by the River City Rhythm Drum & Bugle Corps – and by our host, the Alexandria Marching Band.

More than 20,000 spectators take in the event each year, which typically features more than 2,000 performers.

Summer parade bands are at their peak in late June and they will pull out all the stops as they perform.

Event information, history, results, photos and more can be found online at www.vikinglandbandfestival.com.

The Vikingland Band Festival is always the last Sunday in June. Mark your calendars now for June 30, 2019!

Without YOU There Is No US !

FRONT ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: Sara Leitheiser, Marcia Lips, Karen Tolkkinen, Michelle Weller, Christine Jacobson, Izzy Rusch, Diann Drew CENTER ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: Andy Erickson, Eric Morken, Mary Lou Quistorff, Jody Hanson, Karen Jennissen, Linda Jenson, Bob Anderson, Deb Zens, Micah Friez, Celeste Edenloff, Lynn Mounsdon, Kathy McGinn, Shelly Beaulieu BACK ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: Neil Roers, Randy Jansen, Wally Roers, David Lindquist, Al Edenloff, Nick Anderson, Ross Evavold, Lowell Anderson NOT PICTURED: Tina McMillan, Roberta Olson, Lori Mork, Cindy Drevlow, and Alan Nelson

Bill, Anne Riggs to lead Vikingland Band Festival

The Vikingland Band Festival committee has named Bill and Anne Riggs as grand marshals of the 34th Annual Vikingland Band Festival to be held Sunday, June 24.

The couple was selected for the honor because of their contributions to the community, which include a long record of supporting the arts and teaching two generations of students in Alexandria Public School District 206.

Anne Riggs taught French for 25 years and is still fondly called “Madame Riggs” by her former students. She continues to provide her caring touch as a volunteer for the elementary reading program and for Hospice of Douglas County.

Bill Riggs taught social studies and speech for 35 years, and is well known as an accomplished trumpet player. He has performed with groups such as Doc’s All Stars and the Alexandria Big Band, and traditionally plays Taps at local Veterans Day ceremonies.

The couple’s appreciation for music has been passed on to their children and grandchildren who have all participated in

school music groups. Their son, Pete, played trumpet in high school, and their daughter, Joy, played French horn in the Alexandria Marching Band when it first rose to national prominence in the 1980s.

“Bill and Anne are remarkable citizens,” said Greg DeGier, committee chair, in a news release. “The grand marshal designation typically recognizes people who have made contributions to music, youth or the community. Bill and Anne have touched all three areas. They have each earned the respect of their students and they have created a wonderful legacy.”

As grand marshals, the Riggses will lead the Vikingland Band Festival parade featuring nearly 1,800 performers beginning at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 24. The marching music weekend will also include the Minnesota Drum Corps Premiere field show exhibition on Saturday, June 23, at 7 p.m.

For information about reserved parade bleacher seating and advance discounts on drum corps tickets, visit VikinglandBandFestival.com and follow the Vikingland Band Festival on Facebook.

Bill and Anne Riggs

PAST VIKINGLAND BAND FESTIVAL GRAND MARSHALS

2004 D on Shelby

2003 Tom Lehman

2002 Ross Bryant

200 Eldred Quarnstrom

Welcome friends, families, participants and spectators to the 34th Annual Vikingland Band Festival! The Alexandria Lakes Area is honored to host this fantastic event in our beautiful Downtown district and have you all here to experience summer in the lakes area!

We invite you to explore everything our area has to offer, from our spectacular lakes, great overnight accommodations, excellent restaurants, local shops, attractions and more…you are certain

to make fun memories! We hope you find many reasons to come back for a visit again.

On behalf of the Alexandria Lakes Area, welcome! We hope you enjoy your time in our community and good luck to all the bands!

James Feist

Executive Director, Explore Alexandria Tourism www.ExploreAlex.com

Welcome to Alexandria, marchers and marching band fans!

We are proud to be home to one of the Midwest’s premier marching band parades, and are happy you could join us as we celebrate the 34th annual festival. While we know you are here for the bands, we hope that you will take time to enjoy all of the other wonderful things our area has to offer you. From fine dining establishments and unique shopping opportunities to quality museums and plentiful entertainment opportunities, we’ve got a lot to share with you.

If you can’t fit it all into this trip, we welcome you to come back anytime. Summer, fall, winter or spring, we’ve got plenty of things to keep you busy, including pristine lakes for fun and fishing, quality golf courses, a plethora of history and arts opportunities, and, of course, our claims to fame, Big Ole and the Kensington Runestone.

We can make you comfortable at a local resort, bed and breakfast, hotel/motel, campground, private rental or unique retreat lodge - whatever fits your family best.

We’re happy you’re here, and we hope to see you again soon!

Tara Bitzan Director Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

ALEXANDRIA MARCHING BAND HOST

Directors: Casey Skalback, Derek Ziemer

Drumline: Scott Fasset, Jenessa Moeller

Color guard: Sue Snorek, Kassie Gibbons, Alex Blaser

Honor Guard: Matt Bittman

Drum Majors: Brayden Hudson, Megan Ferguson

Repertoire: “Spartacus”

Number of Band Members: 65

Band Accomplishments:

The Alexandria Marching Band has been a competitive marching unit since the early 1980s. The band marches extensively in Minnesota during June and July, and takes a major trip every other year. Last year, the band travelled to Boston, Massachusetts; Bristol, Rhode Island; and New York City to perform in the oldest 4th of July celebration in the country. In 2015, the band traveled to Norway and performed at the Stabekk Centennial Festival. Past national performances of the band include the 1985 Cotton Bowl Parade, the 1990 and 1998 Tournament of Roses Parade, the 1998 and 2003 Disney Torchlight Parade, the 1994 and 2000 Fiesta Bowl Parade, the 1992 National Independence Day Parade, the 1992 Closing Ceremonies of the U.S. Olympic Festival, the 2003 and 2006 Florida Citrus Bowl Parade, the 2009 Greeley Stampede Parade, and the 2009 Estes Park Rooftop Rodeo Parade.

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HENRY-SIBLEY HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND CLASS AAA

Staff: Amy Powers, Kehan Knapp, Steve Truran, Mike Andrle, Carley Ruemmele, Sydney Truran, John Flanagan, Jett Roeser, Jordan Epstein and Jordan Boudreaux

Repertoire: “Mother Of Freedom”

Number of band members: 79

Band Accomplishments:

The Henry Sibley Marching Band comprises 79 students from grades 9-12 within ISD 197 that include west St. Paul, Mendota Heights and northern Eagan. The Marching Band is part of a comprehensive and growing band program at Henry Sibley High School. The band program consists of four concert bands, three jazz bands, jazz combo, winter drumline, winter color guard, pep band and a rigorous private lesson program.

The Winter Drumline is the 2015 Minnesota Percussion Association Regional A State Champion. The Henry Sibley Winter Guard is the North Star Circuit 2013, 2014, and 2017 Regional A State Champions. In 2014 and 2015, the Sibley Marching Band was awarded Outstanding AA Color Guard, Outstanding AA Percussion, Outstanding Winds, and First Place AA at the Alexandria Vikingland Band Festival. In 2015 and 2016 they were moved up to class AAA and were awarded Outstanding AAA Color Guard and in 2017 the Sibley Marching Band placed third overall at the Alexandria Band Festival. The marching band has grown 149 percent in six years.

The Sibley Band Program offers a weekly private lesson program with professional musicians. Any band student who needs a scholarship to take lessons receives that support from the Sibley Band Boosters. More than 85 percent of band students participate in private lessons through the Sibley Private Lesson Program.

On July 4, The Henry Sibley Marching Band will represent Minnesota in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington D.C. Band members wishes to thank their community for their unbelievable support, as hundreds of supporters donated more than $95,000. We are forever grateful for your support.

The 2018 Sibley Marching Warriors are proud to present a tribute to our Mother of Freedom. For 130 years, the giant goddess of liberty has lifted her lamp to welcome all those passing beside the golden door. Her right foot is raised, to continually show she is on the move, forever bringing freedom to others. Our Mother of Freedom stands for friendship between nations and freedom from oppression. A mighty torch in hand, SHE STANDS.

Staff: Brian Veith, Andrew Dussl, Bryan Borg, Brenda Johnson, Justin Larson, Heidi Veith

Drum majors: Natalie Dahlin, Jason Nordberg.

Repertoire: “Spartan 300” by Frank Sullivan

Number of band members: 80

Band Accomplishments:

The Dassel-Cokato Marching Chargers have competed in the Minnesota parade circuit since Dassel and Cokato combined high schools in 1972 and is part of a comprehensive music program that includes two concert bands, marching band, jazz bands, pit orchestra for musicals, and a winter drumline. In the Minnesota circuit and at the National Cherry Festival the band has received numerous caption awards and top finishes in competition. The Dassel-Cokato March-

ing Band includes 8th-12th grade students from the Dassel-Cokato community. Many of these students change instruments for the marching season to help balance the band.

We are proud to have several students marching with the River City Rhythm Drum Corps for the first time this year. Band students live by the mantra of Pride, Excellence and Commitment, and they are ex-

cited to present this year’s show to audiences across the state.

ALBANY MARCHING BAND CLASS A

Director: John Kleppe

Drumline: Mary Gondringer

Color Guard: Shannon Rushmeyer

Repertoire: Music from the Incredibles

CLASS AAAA

Staff: Joe Jaeger, Keith Saxton, Shannon Curtin, Evan Putpaff, Jordan Lauseng, Heather Bradford, Dani Augustine, Robert Lohr, Joey Wattenhofer, Kevin Peixoto, Gus Wiitala, Kyle Ballou, Eddie Walentiny Repertoire: “Angels in the Architecture” by Frank Tichelli; “Puck One” by Elvis Costello; “Mad World” by Tears for Fears

Number of band members: 85

Band Accomplishments:

728 Cadets have won many grand champion awards at parades including the Owatonnia Award, winning the combined grand champion of the Owatonna and Waconia parades, five years in a row. The band retired the grand champion trophy in 2015. They have won grand champion of the Vikingland Band Festival in their division many years. The band was awarded Grand Champion 2013-2015 and 2017. The band was undefeated in its 2017 season.

Director: Kevin Kleindl, Cindy Maiers

Drumline: Shane Matter

Color Guard: Kate Falvey, Alyssa Engel

Visual Design: Andy Falvey

Repertoire: “Dream World,” “Nightmares,” “Full Circle”

Number of Band Members: 80

Band Accomplishments:

The Hutchinson Marching Tigers have seen tremendous growth over the course of the past five years. In 2015, the band took first in Class AA at the Vikingland Band Festival as well as many other awards. The Marching Tigers is an extracurricular group comprised of half of the band department at Hutchinson High School and is a part of a comprehensive music program that includes three concert

bands, two jazz bands, pit orchestra and is a partner with Phoenix Drumline Association. This year the band will travel to the East Coast and march in the 233rd Annual Bristol, Rhode Island parade and Randolph, Massachusetts parade. They will also participate in the centennial American Legion parade in Minneapolis this summer.

SARTELL MARCHING SABRES

Director: Dave Lumley, Laura Johnson

Drumline: Paul Benson

Color guard: Holli Saurer

Repertoire: “The Jungle” and “Jungle Dance”

Number of Band Members: 62

Band Accomplishments:

The Marching Sabres will evoke “The Jungle” during their performance. Beware entering The Jungle, as there is danger everywhere you turn. Wild monkeys, elephants, and all kind of creatures begin to chase you. After escaping over a waterfall into a peaceful river, you find refuge. A friendly, native tribe offers you protection. But this protection is temporary. Yet again you will find yourself on the run. Will you escape?

RIVER CITY RHYTHM DRUM & BUGLE CORPS HONOR

Executive Director: Beau Hansen

Corps Director: Bojan Hoover

Assistant Corps Director: Devon Lawrence

Drum Majors: Adam Shew, Katherine Stone, Austin Meyer

Repertoire: “Applause” by Lady Gaga

Number of Members: 100

Drum Corps Accomplishments:

River City Rhythm Drum & Bugle Corps from Anoka is entering its fourth season of competition with Drum Corps International. River City Rhythm performs around Minnesota and the Midwest culminating in the Drum Corps International World Championships in Indiana. The corps has been named a finalist in open class in each of the past three seasons. Following today’s parade, River City Rhythm will kick off the awards ceremony at Alexandria Area High School by performing an exhibition of its 2018 field show titled “Each Hour Wounds.” Its website is www.RiverCityRhythm.org.

CHAMPLIN PARK MARCHING REBELS

CLASS AAAA

Directors: Steve Johnson, Amanda Mastriah

Drumline: David Bradley, Terran Kloos, Caira

Thompson

Colorguard: Tony Marquardt, Savannah Kearns, Jessi Nielsen

Honor Guard: Carly Mastrian

Hornline Staff: Karl Kubiak

Drum Majors: Alaina Beedy and Miles Foster

Repertoire: Knight: “Batman,” “The Dark Knight,” “The Greatest Show”

Number of Band Members: 85

Band Accomplishments:

The Champlin Park Marching Rebels consists of 85 dedicated musicians who pride themselves in being highly active in the many summer and fall marching venues. Over the past 26 years the band has performed and competed across the country in parades as well as field competitions. In 2016, the Marching Rebels made an appearance at the Liberty Bowl in Memphis, Tennessee, winning grand champion in both the parade and field competitions.

The Champlin Park Marching Rebels are proud to present “Knight,” featuring music by Danny Elfman, Neal Hefti and Sia.

May we toot our own horn?

FERGUS FALLS MARCHING BAND CLASS AA

Director: Scott Kummrow, Josh McGowan

Drumline: Kaele Peterson

Color Guard: Denise Wiese

Honor Guard: Christina Lee

Repertoire: Americana (Stars and Stripes Forever, Grand Old Flag, Yankee Doodle Dandy)

Number of Band Members: 75

Band Accomplishments:

Past honors for the Fergus Falls High School Marching Band have included four appearances in the International Lions Parade, with first place finishes in Seattle in 2011 and Boston in 2006, and representatives of Minnesota in the 2009 and 2013 presidential inaugural parades. In 2017, the band performed in the Independence Day Parade in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The band will perform in five parades this season starting at Summerfest in their hometown of Fergus Falls. Following that, the band will perform at Pioneerland Band Festival in Benson, Wadena, the WillmarFest Parade in Willmar, the Vikingland Band Festival in Alexandria and the Minnesota State Fair.

This year the band is performing three pieces to honor America. The show begins with our National March “Stars and Stripes Forever,” before transitioning into a wonderful rendition of “Grand Old Flag.” The routine closes with the band’s own arrangement of “Yankee Doodle Dandy.”

The band members, Fergus Falls High School, and the community of Fergus Falls all take pride in the Fergus Falls High School Marching Band. With today’s performance, the band members hope that you “Share The Pride.”

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MAPLE LAKE MARCHING IRISH CLASS A

Director: Matt Kusche

Color Guard: Jared Norberg

Repertoire: Music of Michael Jackson

Number of band members: 35

Band Accomplishments:

In 2017 the Marching Irish took first in Fridley, and as always, are proud to represent the community and school of Maple Lake this marching season.

WACONIA HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND CLASS AAA

Staff: John Pohland, Phil Snyder, Allison Wilmes, Joe Asleson, Craig Myers, Sue Snorek and Carl Mathwig

Repertoire: Welcome to the Black Parade

Number of Band Members: 175

Band Accomplishments:

The Waconia High School Marching Band is part of a comprehensive instrumental music program at Waconia High School

which includes four concert bands, three jazz bands, pep band, percussion ensemble, three show choir bands, ukulele club and numerous chamber ensembles. The Marching Band has performed in some of the largest parades in the country including the Bristol, Rhode Island 4th of July parade; the Havre De Grace, Maryland 4th of July parade; The Cherry Festival parades in Traverse City, Michigan; the International Lions Parade in various locations; and the Calgary Stampede parade.

This year the Waconia High School Marching Band will perform in 12 parades and events around Minnesota and will travel to California and perform the national anthem at a San Diego Padres game, and perform in the Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade. The Waconia Marching Band would like to thank the Waconia Band Boosters, parents, school administration and the community for their never-ending support of our music programs.

HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND CLASS A

Director: Andy Meurer

Color Guard: Jessica Gliers

Visual: Ian Schultz

Repertoire: Malaguena, Novus

Number of Band Members: 65

Band Accomplishments:

The Cotter High School Marching

Band did a tour of Calgary, Canada in 2017. They received Best Colorguard, Best Senior Band and Best Overall at the Calgary Stampede.

SAUK RAPIDS-RICE MARCHING BAND CLASS AAA

Director: Scott Campbell

Assistant Director/Visual Design: Brianna Koester

Drumline: Eric Dylla and Brad Ebden

Color Guard: Brianna Koester and Samantha Styrbicky

Marching: Andy Campbell

Strength & Conditioning: Mikki Bergh

Repertoire: Notes on a Scandal, Philip Glass; The Mountain, Marc Shaiman; The Illusionist, Philip Glass

Number of Band Members: 90

Band Accomplishments:

This band has received several awards and honors throughout central Minnesota. It has performed at Deadwood and Lead, South Dakota; Walt Disney World; Huntington Beach, California; Bristol, Rhode Island; Randolph, Massachusetts; International Lions Parades in Detroit, Michigan, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Minneapolis; National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan, where it was named class champion; Greeley, Colorado 4th of July parade; Michigan City, Indiana; and Edmonton, Alberta.

ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE MARCHING KNIGHTS

Staff: Nick Flattum, Mark Jordheim, Sabrina Dunn and Andy Abel

Repertoire: Pandora Reopened

Number of Band Members: 95

Band Accomplishments:

This group has recently enjoyed trips to St. Louis, Missouri and Denver, Colorado. They performed at the 2017 St. Louis 4th of July parade and placed fourth out of 12 bands from around the country in this nationally televised event.

KERKHOVEN-MURDOCK-SUNBURG MARCHING SAINTS

Director: Pam Diem

Color Guard: Gretchen Hauge, Britta Diem, Korissa Lindquist and Pedro Evenezer

Repertoire: “Rhapsody in Blue,” “Bohemian Rhapsody”

Number of Band Members: 75

Band Accomplishments:

The KMS Marching Saints represent the towns of Kerkhoven, Murdock, and Sunburg in west-central Minnesota. KMS High School is about 15 miles west of Willmar. KMS High School enrolls 185 students in grades 9-12.

The KMS Marching Saints perform throughout Minnesota each summer and have earned high praise from judges and spectators alike. In recent years, the Marching Saints have traveled to Colorado; Washington, D.C.; Michigan; Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Chicago; New York; and Boston areas. In 1999 and 2013 they were honored to represent Minnesota in Washington, D.C. for the National Independence Day parade

In December 2016 the KMS Marching Saints traveled to Honolulu, Hawaii where they were honored to represent Minnesota at the 75th

CLASS A

Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. They were chosen to be members of the international mass band that performed for the commemoration of this historic anniversary.

The Marching Saints have placed first or second in every parade since 2009. The Marching Saints also received the “People’s Choice” Award in Owatonna and at the Vikingland Band Festival in 2016 as well as several best winds, outstanding percussion, outstanding color guard, outstanding drum major and best marching and maneuvering awards the past 10 years.

The Marching Saints show this year is titled “Bohemian in Blue.” It blends Gershwin’s famous “Rhapsody in Blue” with Queen’s classic “Bohemian Rhapsody” for an interesting and modern twist we hope everyone enjoys.

Directors: Gary Zwack, George Zahn and Rob McCabe

Drumline: Brad Ebden

Color Guard: Amanda Lembeck and Alycia Peabody

Repertoire: “Game of Thrones” arr. by Bocook & Carmenates, “I

Am the Doctor” arr. by Conaway

Number of Band Members: 35

Band Accomplishments:

Appearances during the 2018 marching season include Sartell, Waite Park, Avon, Foley, Milaca, Sauk Rapids, St. Cloud, Alexandria, Melrose, St. Joseph, Winthrop and Baraboo, Wisconsin.

Best Wishes from Schmitt Music to all Vikingland Marching Band Participants

Schmitt Music is a proud sponsor of the Vikingland Marching Band Championship.

We would like to congratulate all of the marching bands on their performance today.

CLASS AA

Director: Elizabeth Winslow

Assistant Directors: Pete Dysart (hornline) and Chris Porter (visual)

Drumline: Ryan Larson

Color Guard: Amanda Flom, Tori Nordine

Repertoire: “Can’t Hold Us,” “Bad,” “Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” “Uprising”

Number of Band Members: 50

Band Accomplishments:

The Richfield High School Marching Spartans are in their 63rd year of performing excellence. Richfield, Minnesota’s first suburb, is a diverse community just south of Minneapolis. Elizabeth Winslow is in her second year as director of bands at Richfield High School, which offers multiple concert bands, jazz band, and pep band. The bands consistently earn superior ratings at the Minnesota State High School League large group contests.

This year’s show, Uprising, is inspired by the alternative rock movement and includes many non-traditional musical and visual elements. Pieces performed include Macklemore’s “Can’t Hold Us,” Michael Jackson’s “Bad,” Greenday’s “Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” and “Uprising,” as performed by the English rock band Muse.

The Marching Spartans will perform in eleven parades this summer including Owatonna, Waconia, Alexandria, and the 4th of July parades in Edina and Richfield. We would like to wish all the bands the best of luck this marching season and thank our Richfield Music Boosters for their ongoing support!

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.”

PAST VIKINGLAND BAND FESTIVAL WINNERS

2017

Class A................. Kerkhoven–Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA .................................................... Dassel-Cokato

Class AAA Waconia

Class AAAA ..................................................... 728 Cadets

Grand Champion ........................................ 728 Cadets

2016

Class A.................. Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA ....................................................................... Milaca

Class AAA ............................................................... Waconia

Class AAAA ..................................................... 728 Cadets

Grand Champion .............................................. Waconia

2015

Class A.................. Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA ........................................................... Hutchinson

Class AAA ............................................................... Waconia

Class AAAA ..................................................... 728 Cadets

Grand Champion ........................................ 728 Cadets

2014

Class A.................. Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA Henry Sibley

Class AAA ............................................................... Waconia

Class AAAA ..................................................... 728 Cadets

Grand Champion ........................................ 728 Cadets

2013

Class A.................. Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA ........................................................ Henry Sibley

Class AAA ............................................................... Waconia

Class AAAA ..................................................... 728 Cadets

Grand Champion 728 Cadets

2012

Class A.................. Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA ................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AAA ........................................................Park Center

Class AAAA ..................................... Mankato Lancers

Grand Champion .......................................Park Center

2011

Class A Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA ............................................ Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAA ........................................................Park Center

Class AAAA ..................................................... 728 Cadets

Grand Champion .......................................Park Center

2010

Class A.................. Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA ............................................ Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAA ............................................................. Waconia

Class AAAA Mankato Lancers

Grand Champion ........................ Mankato Lancers

2009

Class A Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

Class AA .................................................... Winona Cotter

Class AAA ......................................... Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAAA ........................................................... Waconia

Grand Champion .............................................. Waconia

2008

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA .................................................................. Waconia

Class AAA ......................................... Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAAA Park Center

Grand Champion .......................................Park Center

2007

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA .................................................................. Waconia

Class AAA ......................................... Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAAA ....................................................Park Center

Grand Champion .......................................Park Center

2006

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA .................................................................. Waconia

Class AAA ................................................................... Buffalo

Class AAAA ....................................................Park Center

Grand Champion .............................................. Waconia

2005

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA .................................................................. Waconia

Class AAA Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAAA ....................................................Park Center

Grand Champion .............................................. Waconia

2004

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA .................................................................. Waconia

Class AAA ......................................... Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAAA ..................................... Mankato Lancers

Grand Champion .............................................. Waconia

2003

Class A......................................................... Bertha Hewitt

Class AA .................................................................. Waconia

Class AAA ...................................................... Park Center

Grand Champion .......................................Park Center

2002

Class A........................................................................... Milaca

Class AA .................................................................Litchfield

Class AAA Sauk Rapids-Rice

Class AAAA ........................................................... Mankato

Grand Champion .............................................. Mankato

2001

Class A........................................................................... Milaca

Class AA .................................................................Litchfield

Class AAA .................................................... Henry-Sibley

Class AAAA ....................................................Park Center

Grand Champion .......................................Park Center

2000

Class A............................................................... Paynesville

Class AA Litchfield

Class AAA .................................................... Henry-Sibley

Class AAAA ........................................................... Mankato

Grand Champion .............................................. Mankato

1999

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA ........................................................... Paynesville

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ....................................................Park Center

Grand Champion Park Center

1998

Class A......................................................... Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA ............................. Long Prairie-Grey Eagle

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ....................................................Park Center

Grand Champion .............................................Litchfield

1997

Class A......................................................... Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA Long Prairie-Grey Eagle

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ....................................................Park Center

Grand Champion .......................................Park Center

1996

Class A......................................................... Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ............................................................ Irondale

Grand Champion Irondale

1995

Class A......................................................... Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ............................................................ Irondale

Grand Champion ............................................... Irondale

1994

Class A Winona-Cotter

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ............................................................ Irondale

Grand Champion ............................................... Irondale

1993

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ............................................................ Irondale

Grand Champion ............................................... Irondale

1992

Class A....................................................... Winona-Cotter

Class AA ....................................................................... Sartell

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ............................................................ Irondale

Grand Champion ............................................... Irondale

1991

Class A......................................................... Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA .................................................................. Waconia

Class AAA Litchfield

Class AAAA ............................................................ Irondale

Grand Champion ............................................... Irondale

1990

Class A......................................................... Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Class AAAA ................................................. Henry Sibley

Grand Champion .............................................Litchfield

1989

Class A Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Grand Champion .............................................Litchfield

1988

Class A......................................................... Bertha-Hewitt

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Grand Champion .............................................Litchfield

1987

Class A.......................................................................... Becker

Class AA ..........................................................Long Prairie

Class AAA ..............................................................Litchfield

Grand Champion Litchfield

1986

Class A.......................................................................... Becker

Class AA .................................................................Litchfield

Class AAA ..................................................... Henry Sibley

Grand Champion .................................... Henry Sibley

1985

Class A..............................................................Long Prairie

Class AA .................................................................Litchfield

Class AAA .............................................................Princeton

Grand Champion ......................................Long Prairie

2018 VIKINGLAND BAND FESTIVAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Festival Coordinator/Housing:

Rhonda Blaser

Committee Chairman/Awards

Ceremony: Greg DeGier

Secretary: Jackie Petrie

Treasurer: Melody Thoennes

Parade Operations: Todd Blaser

AAHS Operations:

Jennifer Mounsdon

Judges Operations: Jeff Meland

Banner Operations: Barb Peterson

Tabloid/DVD Sales: Kim Nelson

Bleacher Operations: Trevor Petrie

Street Operations: Dave Nelson

Drum Corps Operations: Ken Martinson

Technical Director: Kent Kolstad

PLATINUM SPONSORS

2018 VIKINGLAND BAND

TO OUR GENEROUS SPON SORS!

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

Aagard

Alomere Health

Henry’s Foods

Stanbury Uniforms

SILVER SPONSORS

Alexandria Technical Community College

Central Lakes Orthodontics

Cub Foods

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

Douglas Machine

Eckroth Music

Elden’s Fresh Foods

Garden Center Inc.

Glenwood State Bank

ITW Heartland

Juettner Motors

Kensington Bank

Martinson Insurance Agency

MN Eye Institute

ProMac Brenton

Runestone Electric Association

Schmitt Music

Steinbring Motorcoach

Widseth Smith Nolting & Assoc., Inc.

FRIENDS OF THE FESTIVAL

Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association

Bell Bank

Gardonville Cooperative Telephone Association

Knights of Columbus

Viking Garage Door

In-Kind Sponsors

Alexandria Golf Cars & Koep’s Korner

Alexandria Park Department

Alexandria Police Department

Alexandria Recreational Vehicles

Alexandria Street Department

Banners.com

Bell Bank

Bremer Bank

City of Alexandria

Cowing Robards

CataBae Systems

Douglas County Sheriff’s Posse

Hilltop Lumber

Honor Guard - American Legion

Post 87, Vietnam Veterans, VFW

HPS Rental

Hubbard Radio-Alexandria

Jessica Cook Design

Joe Korkowski

KIKV RAdio

KXRA RAdio

Marching.com

Midwest Machinery

Mike’s In Out Oil Change

Mosquito Joe

North Ambulance

Northern Heart Music

Osakis School District

Parkers Prairie School District

Sauk Centre School District

Tastefully Simple

US Bank

Viking Office Supply

West Central Sanitation

Winning Edge Graphics

YMCA

2018 VIKINGLAND BAND FESTIVAL JUDGES

Lane Powell, Head Judge, Music

Brent Turner, Visual General Effect

John Greene, Music General Effect

Mike Mangan, Percussion

Gary Swanson, Color Guard

Michael Hebert, Marching Execution

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2018 VIKINGLAND BAND FESTIVAL MAP

Please keep children and pets out of the street as a courtesy to the bands. Order your parade DVD at Broadway/8th. Medical personnel will be on bike patrol on parade route. Judging by TriState Judging. Bleacher seats are for sale at 6th, 8th, 11th and 14th Ave.

Please support these VENDORS who are supporting the Vikingland Band Festival: Doug’s Kettle Korn, Wrap Shack, Miller Concessions, & Short But Sweet Refreshments