Marching Band
The Welsh heritage of Bangor is recognized by the band, and its uniforms are modeled after Her Majesty's Royal Welsh Guard. The Slater Band has played in the Gator bowl in Gainseville, Florida and won an honorary mention. They have also participated in Disney World's Spectromagic Parade, and went on their "Tribute to Heroes Tour" in Ireland, Wales, and England during Easter Week of 2007 . The band's trademark songs include "Men of Harlech" and "Rule, Britannia!" The band was under the direction of Mr. Craig Paine from 1982 to 2010. It is currently under the direction of Mr. Eric Hahn.
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