Excitement and applause filled the band room at Riverside High School as students and parents learned they were receiving a major boost to their music program. In this video, band director Mr. Green surprises the Riverside High School band with the announcement of a $38,000 grant from the Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation.
The grant will provide new instruments and band equipment - including clarinets, flutes, French horns, and more - expanding opportunities for student musicians and strengthening the school's band program for years to come. Watch the heartfelt video and see the students' genuine reactions as the news sinks in.