<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0OqwWn_1Gx7zhkf00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0OqwWn_1Gx7zhkf00" width="1200" height="800" ></figure>On October 24, the Pride of Paoli secured their spot at the ISSMA Marching Band State Finals to be held on Saturday, November 7. This came after the band competed in the Class D Semi-State, held at Franklin High School.This is the last in a series of contests that has seen the Pride enjoy a highly successful season.On September 19, the Pride of Paoli Band performed at Greenwood High School for the Greenwood invitational.While there, the band competed against three other bands, which included Orleans, Monrovia, and Springs Valley, and ended up placing first. The band also earned four out of five captions, including Best Percussion, Best General Effect, Best Visual, and Best Music.“The band handled the competition day really well. It was our first time this year traveling for a contest, and I am really proud of how everyone handled the pressure and stepped up to help,” said Band Director Chris Karkosky.On September 26, the Pride of Paoli competed at Springs Valley for their invitational. The band competed against three other bands and also won first place in the competition. The band once again earned four out of five captions, including Best Percussion, Best General Effect, Best Visual, and Best Music.On October 3, the band competed at Jasper for the first ISSMA competition this season. There they earned a Gold rating and in all categories, placing first in the competition.On October 10, the Pride of Paoli performed in the second ISSMA competition at Evansville. After the competition, the band attended the awards ceremony and achieved gold. This secured their spot at ISSMA Semi-State.Next up, the band will prepare for the State contest to be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.“I am really proud of what the students have accomplished so far and we are going to be working extra hard to make the most of this opportunity,” said Karkosky.The band will perform at 5:10 p.m. Tickets for the event must be purchased online and the cost for adults is $30 while student tickets are $25.</div></body>

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On October 24, the Pride of Paoli secured their spot at the ISSMA Marching Band State Finals to be held on Saturday, November 7. This came after the band competed in the Class D Semi-State, held at Franklin High School. This is the last in a series of contests that...

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