The Franklin Regional Panther Band

The band is comprised of approximately 165 students in grades 9 through 12.  

Commanding Officers

Commanding Officers for 2024-25

James Sheridan, Olivia Barefoot, and Sadie Oshetsky

Drum Majors

Drum Majors for 2024-25

Max Morton, Anthony Poole, Katelyn Patts 

Staff

Nick Nutter, Band Director

Tyler Funk, Assistant Band Director

Brian Coiner, Assistant Band / Drumline Director

Ashley Brett, Bandfront Coordinator

Major Performances and Awards

2023

Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade - Honolulu, Hawaii

2019

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – New York City

2017

Presidential Inaugural Parade – Washington, D.C.

2016

Tournament of Roses Parade – Pasadena, California

2012

Tournament of Roses Parade – Pasadena, California

2009

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – New York City

2008

Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade – Louisville, KY

“Judges’ Choice Award” in the Delmont 175th Anniversary Community Day Parade – Delmont, PA

2005

Citrus Parade – Orlando, FL

New Year’s Eve Parade in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom – Orlando, FL

2003

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – New York City

Represented Westmoreland County in Governor Ed Rendell’s Inaugural Parade – Harrisburg, PA

Magic Music Days Parade in Walt Disney World – Orlando, FL

2001

“Best Band from Outside Allegheny County” in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Pittsburgh, PA

“Best Drum Majors” in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Pittsburgh, PA

“First Place” in the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade – Washington, D.C.