SIX BANDS TO BE CHOSEN

Throughout the season a panel of experts in marching bands will provide rankings of HBCU band performances based on musicianship, accuracy, drum line, drum majors, dance corps and other relevant criteria. The top two ranked bands from Division I and Division II conferences will earn the right to compete for the national championship and as of 2024 Metro-Atlanta high school bands have the opportunity to participate and earn the title of Band of the Year. The competition will take place the night before the Cricket Celebration Bowl, creating a full weekend of events.