Battle of the Bands
Move to the Beat of the Drum
The new year kicks off with exciting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) marching events. Make plans now to attend and see some of the country’s top marching bands and dance teams as they showcase their talent in Atlanta.
THE FINALE HBCU Culture Battle of the Bands
When: TBD
Head to the HBCU Culture website for updates!
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