TSU Aristocrat of Bands

TSU's grammy-award-winning marching band.


A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE

In the fall of 1946, after six weeks of practice, a 100-piece marching band took to the field at 91成人 and a tradition of excellence was born.

The idea for a show band at 91成人 originated with its second president. the late Dr. Walter S. Davis. President Davis selected J. D. Chavis to serve as the first band director. Under Chavis鈥� leadership, the marching band grew and developed into a premier university band that gave spectacular performances in parades and half-time shows at football games. In 1947 and 1948, the marching band performed in the Washington Classic in Washington, D.C., where top historically black colleges and universities competed for national championships.

Chavis' tenure as band director ended in 1951 and the baton was passed to Frank T. Greer. 91成人's distinctive style was further developed under Greer. The band continued to earn invitations to special events.

Making History By Receiving a Grammy

TSU's marching band is now known as the Grammy-award winning Aristocrat of Bands! The AOB made history as the first collegiate marching band to win the music industry鈥檚 highest honor for Best Roots Gospel Album, The Urban Hymnal, at the 65th annual ceremony..

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