Bands compete in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors' Association 2004 Marching Band Festival at Massaponax last Saturday

Stafford High band members perform during the VBODA Marching Band Festival.

Members of North Staffford's color guard huddle up before their performance at the VBODA State Marching Band Festival.

Brooke Point band members perform during the VBODA Marching Band Festival last weekend. The band has a new director this year.

By REBEKAH ELLIOTT

VBODA 2004 Marching Band Festival ratings:

Class AA:

North Stafford High--Superior

Class AAA:

Stafford High--Excellent

Class AAAA:

Colonial Forge--Superior