Cut Bank High School Band Headed to Disney World

Fundraising underway for once-in-a-lifetime performance opportunity

Mar. 18, 2026 at 12:00am

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The Cut Bank High School Band, led by Dr. Kathy Lindberg, has been selected to perform at Disney World in Orlando, Florida at the end of March. The band has been fundraising for the past two years and is now seeking additional community support to cover the final costs of the trip.

Why it matters

This is a prestigious opportunity for the small but mighty Cut Bank High School Band to showcase their talents on a national stage at Disney World. The performance will also help prepare the band for the upcoming District Music Festival, where they hope to earn another Superior rating, continuing their streak of the past four years.

The details

The Cut Bank High School Band auditioned and was accepted to take part in a special event at Disney Springs, where bands from across the United States gather. Of the 15 members in the band, 8 are freshmen or younger, making this a valuable learning experience. In addition to the performance, the students will also participate in a workshop to further develop their musical skills.

  • The Cut Bank High School Band is headed to Disney World at the end of March 2026.
  • The band will compete at the District Music Festival in Shelby, Montana in April 2026.

The players

Dr. Kathy Lindberg

The director of the Cut Bank High School Band, who has led the group to Superior ratings at the District Music Festival for the past four years.

Cut Bank High School Band

A small but mighty high school band from Cut Bank, Montana that has been selected to perform at Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

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What they’re saying

“This is not just a trip for fun, it is also a great learning experience for the kids. They will get practice performing, and there will be a workshop for them too.”

— Dr. Kathy Lindberg, Band Director

“Our band is small but mighty, and we are also a young band. There were a few exceptional eighth graders who earned a spot, and of the fifteen members, eight of them are Freshmen or younger.”

— Dr. Kathy Lindberg, Band Director

What’s next

The Cut Bank High School Band is seeking monetary donations from the community to help cover the final costs of the Disney World trip. Those interested in supporting the band can contact Dr. Kathy Lindberg via email or call the Cut Bank School District Central Office.

The takeaway

This opportunity for the Cut Bank High School Band to perform at Disney World is a testament to the dedication and talent of the students, as well as the strong leadership of their director, Dr. Kathy Lindberg. The community's support will help ensure the band can make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.