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Today In SCV History: June 22, 1932 - Hart High Band Director Larry Thornton Born
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Today In SCV History: June 22, 1932
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Date: 06/22/2026 9:00am
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**Today in SCV History (June 22, 1932): Hart High Band Director Larry Thornton Born**
Larry Thornton, longtime director of William S. Hart High School’s marching band, was born on June 22, 1932, in Bakersfield, California. During his 20-year tenure from 1969 to 1989, Hart’s band earned widespread recognition for excellence in concerts, parades and jazz competitions across the state. Thornton, who died in 2013 at age 81, is remembered for building one of California’s top high school music programs.
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Date: 06/22/2026 9:00am
Article Summary:
**Today in SCV History (June 22, 1932): Hart High Band Director Larry Thornton Born**
Larry Thornton, longtime director of William S. Hart High School’s marching band, was born on June 22, 1932, in Bakersfield, California. During his 20-year tenure from 1969 to 1989, Hart’s band earned widespread recognition for excellence in concerts, parades and jazz competitions across the state. Thornton, who died in 2013 at age 81, is remembered for building one of California’s top high school music programs.
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