Original sentence: The controversial Virginia Pep Band, a scramble band, was removed from athletic events in 2003 but continues to operate in a reduced role.With funding from benefactor Carl Smith, the athletic department replaced it with the Cavalier Marching Band, a marching band which was introduced in 2004
Edited sentence: The controversial Virginia Pep Band was removed from athletic events in 2003 but continues to operate in a much reduced role.The new band took its place at UVa athletic events beginning in 2004.With funding from benefactor Carl Smith, the athletic department replaced it with the Cavalier Marching Band, a larger and more traditional marching band