Dolly Parton just gave a shoutout to a Middle Tennessee marching band. What did she say?
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The Franklin High School marching band has a lot to celebrate these days.
There's a planned trip to New York City to play in the St. Patrick's day parade, an upcoming performance in the Williamson County Marching Band Exhibition and now a special shout out from the queen of country herself, Dolly Parton.
The band is set to perform a series of songs from Parton in its upcoming show titled, "From Rags to Rhinestones."
In a heartfelt video message, Parton said she was proud and honored that the band would be performing her songs, and she hopes they have as much fun playing them as she did writing them.
"That's so exciting!" she said. "I know you'll be amazing."
Dolly Parton Shares Message with Franklin High Band
It doesn't get much bigger than this! Country music superstar Dolly Parton shares a special message with members of the Franklin High School Marching Band.
Posted by Williamson County Schools on Tuesday, September 5, 2023
The country diva also congratulated the band on its upcoming trip and reminded them not to forget the marching band rules. She would know since she was also a part of the marching band when she attended Sevier County High School.
The video, which was posted from the Williamson County Schools Facebook page, received an outpouring of support for the band as well as messages of admiration for Parton.
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