The Rastede Germany World Band competition is well known in the marching band community to be one of the toughest marching band competitions. A local marching band consisting of students from various Pattaya City Schools were able to win the 'Show Band European Open Championship' round and the 'Marching Parade European Open Championship’ round.
The Pattaya marching band team consisted of 84 talented students and Mr. Theeraphong Photiwes as the music director. The Pattaya students surprised the German judges with their performances under the Columbus theme that was combined beautifully with a Thai traditional performance.
They were chosen as the best in two categories among 60 other teams from all over the world.
Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome said, "I'm so proud of our students.
Not only did they managed to get the chance to compete in such a major world competition but they also came home with two awards.
Story from: www.pattaya-times.com
