The UMass Concert Band features the world-premiere of “G.P.,” written in memory of former Minuteman Band director George Parks.
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Thom Hannum named recipient of 2016 George N. Parks Leadership Award
NAfME announced that Thom Hannum is the recipient of the 2016 George N. Parks Award for Leadership in Music Education.
Memories of George Parks shared with bandos
Band alumna and assistant director of the band Christine (McHugh) Sirard ’90 share her thoughts and memories of the man whose name is on the building they call home.
Former drum major receives NAfME George N. Parks award
NAfME announced that Cyndi Napierkowski ’87, Director of Bands at Salem High School, is the recipient of the 2014 George N. Parks Award for Leadership.
Alumni establish George N. Parks Drum Major Scholarship with calendar fundraiser
This scholarship will be awarded to a UMass Drum Major who displays outstanding leadership traits and a commitment to excellence both on and off the field.
Behind the murals: Band alumna dedicates painting to Parks
Dana Evernden ’12 paints first new library mural in a decade in tribute to late UMMB band director George N. Parks.
Minuteman Band director George Parks remembered at dedication
UMass dedicated the $5.8m George N. Parks Minuteman Marching Band Building in an emotional ceremony during which the late band director was remembered.
Golf tourney benefits GNP Memorial Scholarship
Over $4,700 was raised for the George N. Parks Memorial Award, given to deserving bandos and awarded by Mrs. Jeanne Parks.