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Forty-six members of the Colony High School marching band are getting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform in the Jan. 20 Presidential Inaugural Parade in Washington D.C. The band is the only active high school marching band in the state, and the invitation to represent Alaska coincides with the 50th anniversary of statehood. A few band members agreed to share their experiences with the Daily News as part of their trip.

The next day: Morning coffee with Alaska's senators

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Posted: January 22, 2009 - 6:28 pm

By Clayton Powell

After a superb performance for the newly-sworn president, the band members met with Senators Murkowski and Begich during their morning coffee, visit the Library of Congress and depart for New Jersey Wednesday afternoon.

Senators Murkowski and Begich greeted Colony HS marching band

Sen Begich greeted Oreanna Powell

Sen Begich Greeted Zach Hoyt

Senators Murkowski and Begich with Mr. Burton (band director)

Sen Begich addressed Gayle Hoyt, Denali Kagel, Sarah Allender, Joy Mielke, Kim Butler, Amanda Bettys, Carolyn Palembas, Donte Powell, and Cynthia Youmans (shaperone)