Disney World Disbands Its Marching Band
ASSOCIATED PRESS
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Walt Disney World has disbanded its marching band, a Magic Kingdom fixture for nearly 30 years. The band’s 18 musicians, dressed in signature red coats, white pants and plumed hats, were abruptly fired last week. They will be replaced by smaller musical groups throughout the park. A spokeswoman said Disney wanted “something fresh,†adding that “it seemed to be time to make a change.†Disney’s original band still performs at Disneyland.
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