Trombone time: Sweetser performs in prestigious parade

Redmond trombonist Chance Sweetser, 16, was a member of the 2014 Macy's Great American Marching Band during The Macy's 88th Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Here, the Interlake High student marches near Central Park West.

Redmond trombonist Chance Sweetser, 16, was a member of the 2014 Macy’s Great American Marching Band during The Macy’s 88th Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Here, the Interlake High student marches near Central Park West.

“The crowds and the balloons were bigger and better than I even imagined. The whole week was incredible and I made lifelong friendships and memories I will someday tell my kids about,” Sweetser said.