2025 Performance Details

Braymer Bobcat Marching Brigade 
Kaleb Christman – Director of Bands
Drum Major: Jacob Smith

“Representing the town of Braymer, Missouri, the Bobcat Brigade is excited to once again march at Cameron Marchfest. The Bobcat Brigade features marchers from seventh grade to twelfth grade, and the return of a color guard program. The Bobcats are proud to debut their new uniforms to represent their growing program– a bold look for a bold group.”

Parade: "Handclap" by Fitz and the Tantrums

Color Guard: "Handclap" by Fitz and the Tantrums, "Bobcat Victory" (Fight Song) arr. by Bill Moffit

Cameron High School Marching Dragons (Exhibition ONLY)
Jacob Jennings – Director of Bands
Kayla Slagle – Assistant Director of Bands
Skye Fisher – Color Guard Coach
Drum Majors: Hallie Foster, Shelby Worth & Cali Slatten

Parade: “Cold Hearted” by Paula Abdul
Color Guard: “Dreams in Red, White, and Blue Part 1”
Drumline: “21 Guns & American Idiot”
Field Show: "Dreams in Red, White, and Blue"
Soloists: Quentin Carr-Nott, Waylon Marshall, & Linlee Hamilton - trumpet trio; Landyn Smith – alto sax

Central High School Blue and White Regiment
Lynnea Wooton – Director of Bands
Alex Caselman – Assistant Director of Bands
Chad Lippincott – Assistant Director of Bands
Jillian Hoppe – Color Guard Coach
Drum Major: Joe Garcia and Sofia Rodriguez Savage

“The Central Bands program has a long-standing tradition of excellence. The concert bands and marching band consistently earned high ratings year after year. Central bands’ program is currently preparing for a performance at Disney World this coming May. The Central Bands family has had a wonderful season together and we enjoy our time shared and memories made.”

Color Guard: "Sign of the Times", by Harry Styles
Field Show: "Cold Play"

Soloists: Daeton Fitzpatrick - tenor saxophone, Jaxon Nichols - alto sax, Alex Harkleroad - flute, Brynlee Safley - flute, Ella Timmons - flute

Chillicothe High School Marching Hornets
Sarah Cavanah – Director of Bands
James Cookinham –  Assistant Director of Bands
Drum majors: Danika Harkins & Benjamin Cady

"The Chillicothe High School Marching Hornets have enjoyed a long history of performing at Cameron MarchFest and are thrilled to be here once again this year! The Chillicothe High School band program also features a highly rated jazz ensemble and symphonic band. The Marching Hornets look forward to performing in the Disney World Thanksgiving Day Parade of Bands this November!”

Parade: "Coast Guards March"
Indoor Drumline: “Cuban Breeze”, by  Paul Jebe
Field Show: "Disney Throughout the Years"
Soloist: Gavin Harding -  trumpet,  Elise Reid - trumpet

Chillicothe Middle School 8th Grade Marching Hornets
Sarah Cavanah – Director of Bands
James Cookinham –  Assistant Director of Bands
Drum majors: Danika Harkins & Benjamin Cady

"The 8th Grade Marching Hornets have a proud tradition of participation in the Carrollton Band Day Parade. This year marks the second year of marching experience for these students, but their first competition. Having already earned 1st place in class 3 middle school at Carrollton Band Day, each student is excited to bring to you the best that Chillicothe has to offer!”

Parade: "Gallant Entry"

Clinton County R3 Marching Tigers      
Aaron Guyer – Director
Drum Majors – Lillian Fuhr (parade), Harmony Barr (parade), & Zane Morsbach (field)

“The CCR3 Marching Tigers are from Plattsburg MO. The Marching Tigers consist of students from 7th grade through 12th grade. The Marching Tigers have shown tremendous growth over the last few years and are excited to perform with their largest group in recent history with 55 members."

Parade: "That's the Way I Like It"
Drumline: "Evolution of the Percussion Student"
Field Show: "A Night at the Movies"
Soloist: Aidden Tudorowski - trumpet 

Clinton High School Pride Marching Band
Pat Miles– Director of Bands
Katie Klinksick –  Assistant Director of Bands
Makenzie Lewis –  Color Guard Instructor
Scotty Blair –  Drumline Instructor
Drum majors: Braeden Walters & Olivia Eastridge

"The Cardinal Pride Band program has won numerous awards and accolades on and off the field. They were Class 4A Champions at Cameron’s Marchfest Competition last year and just last spring, they received 1st place in Concert Band Performance at Universal Studios, Florida. They have consecutive 1 ratings at State contest and District and State level individual performers. The band would like to thank Cameron for hosting another great competition and best of luck to everyone competing! 

Parade:  "Seven Nation Army"

Color Guard: "Beetlejuice"
Drumline: "Beetlejuice"
Field Show: "Beetlejuice"
Soloist: Lilianna Simmons - trumpet, Savannah Lee - flute, Jace Lutrell - trumpet

DeKalb High School Tiger Pride Band
Angie King – Director of Bands
Drum majors: Michaela Copeland & Miley Phillips

"The Tiger Pride Band received second place at the Cameron Marchfest 2024 competition."

Field Show: "Shut Up and Dance",  "Viva La Vida", and  "Ex's and Oh's"

East Buchanan Bulldog Marching Band
Christian Estella – Director of Bands

"East Buchanan High School is located in Gower Missouri. The band is under the direction of Mr. Christian Estella. The band is led by drum major Elizabeth Newell and color guard captains Karlee Maudlin and Jordyn Allen. ."
       
Parade: “Crazy Train"       
 

Excelsior Springs Tiger Pride Marching Band
Brett Morris - Director of Bands

Noah Denton -  Assistant Director of Bands

Cherisse Lubber -  Student Teacher
Jennie Garza – Color Guard Instructor
Drum Majors: Leslie Vassmer & Mya Williams

"In the 4 years Mr. Morris has been with Excelsior Springs, the band program has seen steady growth in student numbers. The students have a passion for success with individuals earning spots in the KC Metro All-District Band and opportunities to perform at the All-State Solo/Ensemble Festival. The band has consistently earned Superior and Exemplary ratings at State Large Group Festival. The program itself has become a strong aspect of Excelsior Springs, with many students or small ensembles performing at events around town."

Drumline: “Boo-Ray”     
Indoor Guard: “This is Me"
Field Show: "Outpost", original composition by Ky Hascall
Soloist: Gabe O'Dell - trumpet, Evie Selby - clarinet

Grandview High School Blue & Gold Brigade
Charles Jakes – Director of Bands
Ethan Cartee, Chad Fischer, Ryan Robinson (Drumline) – Associate Directors
Keara Simmons – Color Guard Coach
Drum Majors:  Asher Mora, Lakin Swan,  &  Allison Rodriguez

“The marching band is strictly volunteer and is made of 8th-12th grade students. We currently travelled to Texas where the band played for the opening State Fair Parade.”

Drumline: “Cowboys vs. Aliens"
Color Guard: "The Life of a Cowgirl"
Field Show: "Cowboys vs. Aliens"
Soloists: Lincoln Corley - trumpet, LeAndre Haynes - sousaphone, Natalie Montalvo - piccolo, RaKiyah Wright - color guard

Kearney Bulldog Marching Band 
Chris Heil – Director of Bands
Jamie Heil –  Assistant Director of Bands
Garrett Jones – Assistant Director of Bands
Bev Springer – Guard Sponsor

“The Bulldog Marching Band are the past champions for the NWMSU Homecoming Parade, the MO West Homecoming Parade, and the Cameron Marchfest Parade competitions." 

Parade: California Girls

Lathrop High School Marching PRIDE Band
JoCatherine Prisby – Director of Bands    
Drum Majors: Gracie Rindom & Lucy Howerton

"In the Lathrop School District we believe PRIDE is visible! We act with integrity every time we approach our instruments. The Lathrop Band Program has developed a tradition of Exemplary performance. Lathrop Bands regularly place high at area marching and large group festivals. We love hosting guest clinics and composers and are very proud of our large participation in area honor bands. Highlights from last spring include, 14 MSHSAA District gold medals at solo and ensemble, attending 3 Large Group Music Festivals with 7 "straight one" judges sheet! In May, both Lathrop High School and Middle School Bands earned First In Class at the Worlds of Fun Festival of Music, making Lathrop the only district in years to sweep the MS and HS divisions!"

Field Show: “Divas of the Decades"

Lawson High School Blazing Cardinal Marching Band
Sam Riley – Director
Heather Koeberl – Guard Coach
Drum Majors:  Gabrielle Knoch
       
“The band has had a tremendous season, recently earning a 2nd place finish in field show, 5th in indoor drumline, and 1st for indoor color guard, and Best Field Auxiliary in class 3 at the competitive Carrollton Band Day. They were also honored to be a featured performing ensemble at the 2025 Missouri Music Educators Association conference.”

Drumline: "Bohemian Rhapsody"
Color Guard: "Once Upon a Storybook"
Field Show: "Space Odyssey"
Soloists: Grayden Crawford - mellophone, Elena Mason - trumpet, Jadon Hussey - trumpet, Joanna Mayne - bells

Liberty North Screaming Eagles
Shane Fuller - Director of Bands
Bryan Johnson - Associate Director of Bands
Michael Dragen - Assistant Director
Christian Woods - Assistant Director

Megan Wright -  Assistant Director
Jill Endaya -  Assistant Director
Abby Fehrkold - Assistant Director
Amy Gumminger - Color Guard Coach
Jessica Woods – Assistant Color Guard Coach
Drum Majors:  Joe Seilnacht, William Kanning, Adelena Neisler, & Seth Nickel

“In 2024, The Screaming Eagles were the overall field show champions and the Smith-Cotton Invitational, 3rd place at the Lee’s Summit North Festival, and 1st at the Cameron Marchfest in field and drumline. The Liberty North Wind Symphony and Symphonic Bands performed at the Music For All Festival hosted at UMKC. The Wind Symphony performed at the MMEA Conference in 2018 and 2023. The Screaming Eagles Marching Band will be marching in the 2027 National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C.”

Drumline: "Queen Legacy"

Color Guard:  "Queen Legacy"
Field Show: "Queen Legacy"
Soloists: Brass Quintet - Ty Hyer, Abriana Merenbloom, Andrew Brost, Tyler Nelson, & Konnor Kowalke; Jack Graue - tenor sax, Trumpet Trio - Ty Hyer, Abriana Merenbloom, & Caleb Shonkwiler; Tyler Nelson - trombone

Maryville Marching Spoofhounds
Benoit (Ben-Wah) Gauthier – Director
Ryan Edwards – Director
Alyssa Pace – Color Guard Instructor
Drum Majors: Mallory Coffelt & Teagan Brandkamp

"Hailing from Maryville, Missouri, the Spoofhound Marching Band proudly carries on one of the most unique traditions in American high school history. The “Spoofhound” name dates back to the 1920s, when a Maryville coach described his scrappy, determined team as “spoofhounds” — a term he borrowed from a strange-looking novelty toy dog that was popular at the time. The toy looked odd but tough, much like the team’s never-give-up spirit. The name stuck, and ever since, Maryville has worn it as a badge of pride. Today, the Spoofhound Marching Band continues that same legacy — fierce, creative, and unmistakably original — representing their school and community with energy, precision, and true Spoofhound pride!"

Parade: "Mic Drop"
Drumline: “Will William Tell?"
Color Guard: “Something Big"
Field Show: "New World" 
Soloists: Joey Kessler - trumpet, Wilford Siepel - trombone

Maysville Pride Marching Band 
Curtis Stalker – Director of Bands
Kaylee Price - Colorguard Instructor
Echo Ellis - Assistant Guard Instructor
Bob Denny, Keely Hardin – Drum Majors

“The Maysville Pride Marching Band is under the direction of Curtis Stalker and Drum Majors Bob Denny and Keely Hardin. After their Branson Trip over the summer, the students are excited to finish their 2024 marching season with pride at Cameron Marchfest. ”

Parade: "Levitating"
Drumline: "The Greatest Show"
Color Guard: "Fur Elise Remix"
Field Show: "Viva La Vida", "Levitating", "All In"

Mid-Buchanan Marching Dragons
Colton Butcher  – Director of Bands
Kim Hord  – Color Guard Coach
Erika Boies  – Assistant Color Guard Coach
Aedan McElwee  – Drum Major

Drumline: James Bond Theme
Field Show: "Incognito"
Soloist: Kristin Schaeffer - Trumpet

Norborne Pirate Band     
Daniel Long - Band Director
Hannah Woodward - Color Guard Director
Emma Owen  – Color Guard Assistant
Kristin Waters – Drum Majors

“Introducing the Norborne Band, a vibrant and versatile ensemble distinguished by their excellence across multiple disciplines, including parade, indoor drumline, and indoor colorguard. In 2023, their outstanding achievements showcased their talent and hard work: they earned 5th place in parade at CMU Band Day and 3rd place at Cameron March, while their indoor drumline secured impressive 5th and 4th places at Carrollton and CMU Band Day respectively, and a notable 2nd place at Cameron MarchFest. The indoor color guard demonstrated exceptional skill, winning 1st place at both Carrollton and CMU Band Day and achieving 2nd at Cameron Marchfest. The band also made waves in 2022 with a memorable performance at the Autozone Liberty Bowl in Memphis, Tennessee. The Norborne Band’s dedication to their craft and their continued pursuit of excellence make them a standout force in the world of competitive marching arts. ”

Parade: "Carry On Wayward Son"
Drumline: "Carry On Wayward Son"
Color Guard: "Level Complete" 

North Shelby Marching Raiders
Lane Blackford –  Director of Bands
Lara Jones –  Color Guard Coach
Emma Christine –  Drum Majors

"The North Shelby Marching Raiders consists of winds, percussion, and color guard totaling 32 students. Last year, the Marching Raiders received 1st and 2nd place awards in every event they competed in at Central Methodist University Band Day and the Macon Marching Festival."

Parade: "Handclap" & " Tantrums"
Drumline: "Groove Thang" & "Drums 'n Roses"
Color Guard: "Greased Lightnin' "
Field Show: Millenium Mayhem feat. "I Knew You Were Trouble",  "Roar", "Handclap"
Soloist: Hazel Yoder - Trumpet

Orrick Bearcat Marching Band
Jayson Moll – Director       

“The Orrick bearcat marching band is made up of 7-12 grade students at Orrick high school. The band performs at home football and basketball games during the year. Last year the marching band placed at Carrollton band day, Central Methodist band day, and Cameron marchfest. The band also received a 1 rating at MSHSAA large ensemble music festival last spring. ”

Parade: "Centuries"    
Drumline:  "Click it or Stick it"
Color Guard: Golden Hour

Park Hill Trojan Marching Band 
Max Meigel [MY-gull], David Potter, & Rebecca Stapfer & Dr. Jeff Hewitt– Band Directors
Sam Moore – Percussion Instructor
Alex Karst & Alec Lamb – Percussion Technicians
Chelsea Mogg – Color Guard Director
Katie Blankenship & Katie Guard – Color Guard assistants
Robert Langenfield – Drill Designer
Hayden Nelson, Erik Mason & Madi Timmer – Drum Majors

"The Trojan Marching Band has served as the musical ambassadors for Park Hill High School for over 60 years. The Park Hill bands perform annually at local, regional, and state festivals. Their 2023 competitive slate included performances at Smith-Cotton, Lee’s Summit North, and Cameron High Schools. In addition to the marching band, Park Hill includes three curricular concert bands, a jazz ensemble, pep band, and various other small ensembles.”

Drumline: "Fire Swan"
Field Show: "Fire Swan" feat. music of Stravinsky and Tchaikovsky
Soloists: Hayden Nelson – Soprano Saxophone; Gabe Epps – Trumpet; James Price – Trombone; Josie Livingston – Flute

Rock Port Marching Blue Jays   
Abby Palmer – Director of Bands
Sophia Storm – Drum Major

“The Rock Port Marching Blue Jay's kicked off their marching year at Hamburg Popcorn days, followed by Richardson County Fair Parade, Carrollton Band Day, and their latest competition, Clarinda Band Jamboree. The band is one of the only 1A schools in Northwest Missouri that competes in parade, field, and indoor auxiliary! ” 

Parade: "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go" & "Take On Me"
Color Guard: "Toxic"
Field Show: "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go," "Come Sail Away," & "Take On Me"
Soloists: Ryan Lucas - Trumpet; Jaymes Herron - Tenor Sax

Smithville Warrior Marching Band
Tom Brockman – Director
Jack Malo – Associate Director
Connor McNair – Assistant Director
Kristy Seabaugh – Color Guard Director
Heather Prince – Assistant Color Guard Director         
Ally Pottebaum and Alexa Jagodzinksi – Drum Majors

“The Warrior Marching Band is made up of 123 high school band and color guard members. The Directors of the Warrior Marching Band are; Tom Brockman, Jack Malo (may-low), and Connor McNair. The Color Guard Coaches are Kristy Humbard and Heather Prince. The program has had many high ranking performances at the local and state level. In 2023, they traveled to Orlando, FL and had multiple performances at Universal Studios."

Drumline: "Chronoshift"
Color Guard: “Beautiful Things"
Field Show: "Gone too Soon" Iconic artists that left us too early but left a lasting impact on music.         
Soloists: Kendra Fox - Horn; Mitch Collins - Trumpet; Judd Miller - Guitar 

South Harrison Marching Bulldogs
Wiliam Licop – Director of Bands
Aaron Morley – Assistant Director
Lauren Spurling & Piper Carver – Drum Majors

“Most recently the South Harrison Marching Band competed in the Tournament of Champions at MoWest. In January the South Harrison Concert Band performed at MMEA.

Parade: "Bad Romance"
Drumline: "We Found Drum!"
Color Guard: "Diamonds" 
Field Show: The Music of Billy Joel
Soloist:  percussion feature; trumpet solo

Staley Falcon Brigade and Diamonds
Maera Mitchell– Director of Bands
Jonathan Kroeger – Band Director
Candice Hill – Percussion Instructor
Rosaria Maenza & Addison Kimmel – Color Guard Instructors
Emily Henke, Madalinn Gaul & Alexis Hilbert – Drum Majors

"The Falcon Brigade and Diamonds is an all inclusive performance ensemble representing the whole of Staley Nation. This year, the band has been selected to represent the state of Missouri in the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington DC in May of 2025."

Color Guard: "All that Glitters"
Field Show: "All that Glitters"
Soloists: Trombone Soli; Cooper Tolin - Mellophone

Stewartsville Cardinal Pride
John Welter – Director
Chris Todd – Assistant Band Director

“The Cardinal Pride Band is made up of students from grades 7-12 and represents over half of the school population.”

Parade: El Tiburon

William Chrisman Blue and Gold Brigade
Joe Sisco – Director 
Samantha Stevens – Assistant Director
Roger Caliman – Percussion Specialist
Laney Burkham– Color Guard Coach
Addi Dunham & Maya Saldivar – Drum Majors

“The WCHS Blue and Gold Brigade is proud to represent William Chrisman High School and the Independence School District in marching festivals around the Midwest."

Field Show: "Changing States: Ice, Water, Steam"

Winston Redbird Marching Band
Brittany Enyeart - Band Director

“The Winston Redbird Marching Band is made up of 7-12th grade students. Winston has participated in Cameron Marchfest for the last 5 years and received 3rd place in Indoor Drumline last year.”

Drumline: Vampire