After a brief period of respectful silence, the audience gave a jubilant round of applause. There was a feeling of unity and patriotism as many waved flags. Wilson’s performance touched everyone in attendance more deeply than merely reenacting a scene.
Gerald Wilson seemed to be enjoying himself, and every chord reflected his affection for the song. The audience’s enthusiasm reached a height as he got closer to the anthem’s crescendo, and it ended with a resounding standing ovation. His act had touched the crowd so much that even after he had left the field, they continued to applaud and clap.
Wilson’s impassioned rendition of the national anthem was a moving tribute to the nation and its valiant military personnel. His incredible performance was the perfect preamble to the Mariners home opener and will live on in the memory of everyone who saw it.