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Premiere 50 Yard Line Tickets

Premiere 50 Yard Line Tickets

Premiere 50 Yard Line Tickets

These are the priemier seats to view the Battle of the Bands directly between the 50 and 45 yard lines $35.00

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Premiere 50 Yard Line Tickets

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    College Fair & Auditions for Juniors and Seniors located in the DMV

    College Fair & Auditions for Juniors and Seniors located in the DMV

    College Fair & Auditions for Juniors and Seniors located in the DMV

      

    Date: Friday, September 26, 2025

    Doors Open: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 

    Location: Local Prince Georges County High School Auditorium

    As part of the Capitol Battle of the Bands weekend, High Stepping Nationals will host a College Fair & Auditions exclusively for high school juniors and seniors in the DMV area. Students will have the opportunity to meet with college recruiters, band directors, and scholarship representatives from top HBCUs and other institutions. 

    Participants can audition on-site for music and band scholarships, receive instant feedback, and even walk away with scholarship offers. This is a unique chance for aspiring student musicians to take the next step toward college and beyond—all in one powerful, opportunity-filled day.

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    College Fair & Auditions for Juniors and Seniors located in the DMV

    College Fair & Auditions for Juniors and Seniors located in the DMV

      

    Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025

    Doors Open: 3:00 PM

    Showtime: 5:00 PM

    Location: SECU Stadium, University of Maryland, College Park

    Join us for an electrifying day of music, culture, and competition at the Capitol Battle of the Bands! Held at the University of Maryland SECU Football Stadium, this spectacular event will showcase the exceptional talents of HBCU marching bands from prestigious institutions.

    Stay tuned for updates and announcements 

    Check out this great video of  the fan expectations from the 2024 Capitol Battle of the Bands

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    Band Director:  Billy Bennett

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    The Capitol Battle of the Bands is dedicated to celebrating the rich cultural heritage and extraordinary talent of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) marching bands. Our mission is to provide a dynamic platform that showcases the artistic excellence, musical precision, and vibrant energy of these outstanding ensembles. We aim to foster a spirit of camaraderie and healthy competition among participants, while inspiring and empowering young musicians through exposure to the highest levels of performance and creativity.

    Our Mission

     The Capitol Battle of the Bands is dedicated to celebrating the rich cultural heritage and extraordinary talent of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) marching bands. Our mission is to provide a dynamic platform that showcases the artistic excellence, musical precision, and vibrant energy of these outstanding ensembles. We aim to foster a spirit of camaraderie and healthy competition among participants, while inspiring and empowering young musicians through exposure to the highest levels of performance and creativity.

    By bringing together HBCU marching bands from across the nation.

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