Jackson State University
Battle of the Bands
The Jackson State University “Sonic Boom of the South” will be hosting its High School Battle of the Bands on October 1, 2023, at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium! This will be THEE premier event for selected high school bands. We are now accepting applications to be considered for participation; applications should be submitted by June 30, 2023. Please see below for more information.
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General Information
Date:
October 13, 2024
Location:
Veterans Memorial Stadium, Jackson MS
Veterans Memorial Stadium, Jackson MS
Application Deadline:
June 1- June 30, 2024
(See below for details)
Band Classification:
(Bands will perform from smallest to largest class)
-Small (1-50)- 1 will be selected
-Medium (51-80)- 2 will be selected
-Large (81+)- 3 will be selected
Band Incentives:
–Bands can either be judged by highly decorated/respected adjudicators or receive general comments. Those who choose to be judged can win a 1st place trophy for each category (small, medium, large group)
-Each participating band will receive $1,000 to utilize towards their programs
-Each band will receive a meal after the event
-Each Director will get a welcome package from the JSU Band Program upon arrival
-Each band will have an opportunity to play in the stands before or after their field show performance
-Students will get an opportunity to perform in front of a capacity crowd and witness a performance by the Sonic Boom in JSU’s home stadium
-Programs will receive marketing and publicity on all JSU Bands social media platforms
Logistics and Criteria
-We are accepting applications from bands all over the country. Submissions are due by June 30, 2024 (midnight)
-The selection process will be judged by the JSU Band Staff fairly
-Programs must display a level of excellence- we do understand that may be subjective for certain groups and will be taken under consideration during the selection process
-It is preferred that Band Directors be certain that their band can retrieve proper administrative/district
-Directors will be notified if their band is selected on or before July 15, 2024 along with detailed information about the event
-Participating bands will be responsible for their travel, lodging, and meals (JSU Bands will not be responsible for those expenses)
-Hotels with discounted rates will be identified for visiting bands should they choose to lodge during their stay
-Rehearsal space(s) will be provided for those that may need it (prior to the event)