San Antonio Report

Down to four students, Sam Houston High’s marching band rebuilds to ‘wow’ again

Nick Wagner

The video and photo essay offers a behind-the-scenes look at a band director’s efforts to rebuild Sam Houston High’s award-winning marching band, down to one returning senior at the start of the 2021-22 school year. Viewers are taken to practice, meet youth musicians and get a glimpse of performances as the band is reborn after a shaky start.