Saluting the President

1,382 performing groups applied to perform at the inaugural parade of President Barack Obama, but only 108 were selected for the historic event. read the stories of a few of the 12,602 people who made it from all across the country to Pennsylvania Avenue to march in front of the new Commander-in-Chief.

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The Art and Technique of HBCU

Look around in the stands at a halftime show pitting two Historically Black Colleges and Universities against each other, and you won’t see many people headed to the concessions stands or bathroom. on the contrary, you’ll see waves of audience members on their feet—clapping, singing, screaming and dancing along to the beat. find out some of the inside secrets that make these HBCU bands so entertaining and unforgettable.

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HBCU - A Flare for Fashion

Recently, Fashion News 100 recognized Southern University’s Human Jukebox in Baton Rouge, La., as the best dressed college band. And according to Lawrence Jackson, director of bands, that’s not a coincidence. Find out why and how band uniforms from Historically Black Colleges and Universities are so unique.

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Marching Outside the Box

Minnesota parade bands and Indiana track show bands have perfected the art of marching beyond the football field. You might be surprised to learn about the excellence and innovation that take place in these unique marching venues.

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Marching on Ice

Soggy fields, dusty tracks and sweltering pavement have given band members plenty of memorable marching moments, but few can talk about marching on ... ice! Find out about some marching bands who have started a tradition of performing on ice.

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