PROVO, Utah - Many in tears, members of the high school marching band that lost a teacher in a bus crash honored her by playing on and playing well, sweeping the awards at a regional competition.
Just days after the fatal crash, the American Fork High School band won top honors Tuesday in their school’s division at the Rocky Mountain Marching Band Tournament.
The emotional, memorable performance was dedicated to woodwinds instructor Heather Christensen.
“Our hearts are full as we remember our friend and inspired colleague, who touched so many lives with her joy of life,’’ said a statement from the band that was read during the competition at Brigham Young University. “Heather, we know you will keep the angels in heaven in time and in tune.’’
