Spectators were treated to the first few minutes of the 2026 Marching Band show on Friday, August 28th, and it was spectacular. On just the fifth day of school, the band took the field at halftime to unveil what we've been waiting to watch. Color guard snapped in unison with the music, and the audience was left with a preview of what will become a memorable performance by the Pride of Herndon. Steal the Show Short 2026 It's early in the season but it's already clear this show is poised to be special. And we're here for it. The Herndon Band is under the direction of Mr. Brian Fisher and Dr. Antares Leask Our 2026 show entitled “Steal the Show - Art Heist” features: Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition “Hatching the Plan” - Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks and Mission Impossible Theme “The Theft” - The Old Castle and Adele’s “Skyfall” “The Chase” - Baba Yaga and Wing’s “Live and Let Die” “Finale” - Smooth Criminal and Great Gate The student captains are Jack Gomez, Charles Patrum, Alex Gilson, and Ashley Cooper Soloists Friday were Daniel Hoffman and Charles Patrum This year’s drum majors are Jonathan Mauricio Lopez and Theo Cuadro Do yourself a favor. Grab the family. Pop some popcorn, stream the Mission Impossible movies, turn off the lights, and turn up the volume. It's going to be a great year, lock your safe.

By Ryka Sen Share your Pride of Herndon journey!

By Class of 2026 Student Leadership & Gabi Arrington (Class of 2029)

By Ryka Sen Chris Wist plays a red trombone and knows the lyrics to the Herndon Fight Song!

By Ryka Sen Trumpet player, music educator & Pride of Herndon Class of 1979 alum Beth Paquette.

By Ryka Sen The 2024–2025 Pride of Herndon drum major is now a member of the JMU Marching Dukes.

By Ryka Sen Current scientist and Pride of Herndon alum Trevor Crane, Class of 2018.

By Ryka Sen "Music stays with you your entire life" - Doug Smith, Class of 1985

By Ryka Sen Mary Beach: An alumna who never misses volunteering at Showcase of the Bands each year.

By Ryka Sen Class of 1972

By Ryka Sen Ethan Boswell: Drum Major 2022 Pride of Herndon Band, & 2026 JMU Marching Royal Dukes