On November 12, 1980, the Norwood marching tradition continued to soar. The Mustang Marching Band captured the Class A division title at the Westwood Invitational competition, marking their seventh consecutive victory in the New England Scholastic Marching Band Association circuit. In addition to the top division trophy, Norwood secured a special award for best music.
Described by Parents Music Association member Barry Quinlan as the “super bowl” of regional marching competitions, the circuit drew top talent from across New England. Buoyed by the Westwood win, Director Paul Alberta and the band immediately prepared to defend their crown at the upcoming New England championship at Cawley Stadium in Lowell, with town-provided fan buses organized for supporters.
Archival Note: This article has been dynamically reconstructed from the original public record print archives of the Patriot Ledger
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Wonderful Women (or Girls) of Norwood-The Norwood Debonnaires
Wonderful Women (or Girls) of Norwood-The Norwood Debonnaires
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J. Stearns Cushing Pens Letter In Support of Norwood Brass Band-This Day in Norwood History-May 20, 1899
This Day in Norwood History-May 20, 1899-J. Stearns Cushing Pens Letter In Support of Norwood Brass Band
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History of the First 25 Years of the Norwood Brass Band-This Day in Norwood History-May 31, 1891
Striking up the band! Published in 1891, this retrospective looks back at the first 25 years of the organization known today as the Norwood Brass Band. From its humble 1866 beginnings at the South Dedham engine house to playing Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day parades and purchasing $50 uniforms, discover the evolution of a local musical…
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