Talladega College has captured one of only eight spots in the prestigious Honda Battle of the Bands. The Invitational Showcase sponsored by Honda will be held in the Dome in Atlanta, Georgia on January 24, 2015. This is an exceptional milestone for Talladega College who only started their unforgettable marching band two years ago. Since their birth, the marching band has been leaving their mark.
Dr. Billy Hawkins, President of Talladega College, is proud of the band’s success and states, “This is fantastic, in our first year to enter, we are invited…it speaks to our musicianship and showmanship. We are honored and will do Talladega proud.” More than 35 colleges and universities competed to be a part of the 2015 Battle.
The Honda Battle of the Bands was created to celebrate, support and recognize the excellence of Black college marching bands and the unique academic experience offered by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Honda annually awards more than $200,000 in grants to participating marching bands during the program period.
Over the past 13 years, the Honda Battle of the Bands has been committed to supporting the dreams of HBCUs by investing in their music education programs and showcasing their exceptional student musicians. As we continue to prepare these students to “March On!” both on and off the field, we look forward to another Invitational Showcase.
For more information about 2015 Honda Battle of the Bands go to http://hondabattleofthebands.com.
