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On the Road To Pasadena: An Unforgettable Trip by Timia Williams Beta Phi - TBΣ Florida A&M University
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ave you ever dreamt of visiting California? Whether it’s to be an aspiring entertainer or to visit the pulchritudinous twenty feettall palm trees, many people visit California every year to witness the iconic landmarks and the vibrant cultural scenery. The everlasting memories shared amongst the “Marching 100” band members and the love that was spread amongst my sisters of the Beta Phi Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma is something that is so unique and special that the experience would have been completely different if it had not been with those people. This exciting news was first introduced to the FAMU Marching 100 band back in the fall of 2017 by the Director of Bands, Dr. Shelby Chipman. When I first heard the great news, I could not believe it. This trip would be the first time I visit California in addition to riding on a plane. He informed us that we would be traveling to California in December of 2018 to march in the 2019 Tournament of Roses Parade. When the fall approached, I became very excited because I was very determined to make the semester great, so I would be rewarded with this one in a lifetime trip with the band. However, while focusing on the academics along with the band seasonal festivities, I began to forget about the band
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