Joining Us today is Sheri Manning. Manning is a retired music educator of 46 years. In her involvement with Bands of America and Music for All, Manning has served on the Educational Advisory Committee and brought her band to BOA events for several decades, helping spur BOA’s growth in Utah and the western United States. She is also a member of the Hall of Fame.

In celebration of Music for All’s 50th anniversary, the podcast series Joining Us! takes listeners on a journey through five decades of unforgettable moments, legendary performances, and the people who shaped the legacy of Music for All and Bands of America. Hosted by the voice of BOA, Chuck Henson, tune into this series every Thursday through the end of 2025. Listen as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future—one story at a time.