Letter: National anthem best performed by big bands

The national anthem is a tribute to every American, those who serve in our armed forces and those who sacrificed and died to protect our country. It is only fitting that our armed service bands or college and high school bands perform the national anthem at sporting events. The sounds of instrument — winds, drums and cymbals — make it more powerful, effective, emotional and chicken skin-inducing when it is played.

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