Morristown H.S. Marching Band To Celebrate A Century Of Performing

MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Morristown High School Marching Band will be celebrating a milestone anniversary this weekend - a century of performing.

A special celebration honoring the anniversary will take place on Saturday during the football game against Mt. Olive High School from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m (kick off at 1 p.m.).

Organizers invite students, staff, alumni, and more to join the event, which will feature a special tailgate lunch.

Established in 1925, the Morristown Marching Colonials have performed at varsity football games, school pep rallies, parades, and other various community events. The group has also competed in several Marching Band competitions throughout the Tri-State Area.

“(The band’s) purpose is to not only present a high caliber musical performance but also to represent the school and town with the utmost pride and respect,” a statement read. “The Marching Band is unlike any other sport or activity at MHS. No cuts, no bench, no second string, no freshman team, no junior varsity. From day one, every single student is a fully contributing member of our ensemble.”

Aside from performing at Morristown High School Football games, the group has played major venues including MetLife Stadium, Rutgers Stadium, and J. Birney Crum Stadium.

The Morristown Marching Colonials is made up of its band, featuring several brass instruments, its drumline, with snare, tenor, and bass drums, and its pit percussion ensemble, with instruments that are too large to march with (xylophone, drum set, guitar, bass, etc.)

The band’s color guard also “adds a visual component to the band comprised of dance and rhythmic gymnastics combined with the manipulation of flags, rifles, and sabers.”