As we prepare to close another extraordinary year, I’m filled with immense pride and gratitude for each of you. Your hard work, dedication, and passion for what we do—and who we do it for—are the foundation of our success.
At the start of 2024, we faced an incredible opportunity to build on the progress of previous years. With renewed focus and energy, we pushed through challenges, embraced change, and set out to create something truly special together. Individually and as a team, you rose to every occasion, bringing our music and mission to even greater heights.
This year, Wake and District was defined not just by performances and competitions but by the unity and determination you all demonstrated. You were there for one another through rehearsals, concerts, and community engagements. You embraced new leadership, new music, and new members with open arms, laying a strong foundation for the years ahead. Together, we turned challenges into opportunities and storms into moments of clarity.
2024 was more than just a year of growth—it was a defining year. Defined by your passion for the music. Defined by your commitment to excellence. Defined by your impact on our community and each other.
It takes a team like ours, one that truly believes in the band’s mission and the role each of us plays in bringing it to life. As we look ahead to 2025, I’m confident that Wake and District will continue to achieve even greater things. But for now, take this time to reflect on your many accomplishments, the role you played in this defining year, and the pride of knowing you are part of something larger than yourself.
Each of you is vital to our success, and I’m honored to be on this journey with you. Let’s celebrate everything we’ve achieved and continue building a future filled with music, camaraderie, and purpose.
Wishing you all a peach and joy and an inspiring year ahead.
Joe Brady
Wake and District Pipe Band
