Jackson State University Sonic Boom of the South (2020-2021)


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But whether you’re talking about the most tradition-rich programs in the country or HBCU marching bands like Jackson State’s famous "Sonic Boom of the South," they are a huge part of the show and one that schools could not easily shed this season without risking massive fan blowback.

It will look different, however.
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Just 11 weeks from start of college football season, marching band directors are trying to plan how to keep their musicians safe during pandemic.
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We like to thank the Sonic Boom Alumni Drum Majors for their contributions to ensure the 2020-2021 J5 squad dominates the SWAC. This initiative was spearheaded by former Drum Major James Wesby. Pictured left to right: Ira Vaughn (former DMJ), Dr. Lisa Beckley-Roberts (Department Chair of Music), and Morris Armstrong (former DMJ). Thank you to all who helped in these efforts.

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Welcome to the media page of JSU’s Sonic Boom of the South Band, your online home for the Jackson... 1400 J R Lynch Street, Jackson, MS 39217
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The Jackson State University Marching Band is not a military
band, it is not a show band, it is not a SWAC band, it is not a
stereotypical black college band, it is not a corp style band,

simply put, in terms of musicianship, precision, entertainment,
and aesthetics, Jackson State University Marching Band, “The
Sonic Boom of the South” is among the top marching bands
in the United States–a “Showtime Band,” that will “rock da house”
anywhere and every time and is Enshrined in the NCAA Hall of Champions.

Jackson State University Marching Band The Sonic Boom of the South

The marching band provides music for athletic events, selected parades, and ceremonial occasions primarily during the Fall Semester. Also, as an academic class, the marching band provides a laboratory experience for music education majors
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"Southern, down in Louisiana, believe it or not, was the most influential HBCU in the last 30 years in a negative way. Blowing loud, and wrong notes… correct notes but out of tune. They have taken that stuff about aggression to the extreme. Intonation. Like there’s no consideration. Overblowing."


Legends of the Sonic Boom of the South. From L-R, Lewis Liddell, Renaldo Murray, Dowell Taylor, Michael Madgruder, Blake Gaines, Lowell Hollinger and Paul I Adams, at The Homegoing of Edward "Pops" Duplessis.

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With over 900 attendees that participated in the 2020 Virtual High School Band Camp. We thank all who attended. It is our hope that the Sonic Boom student leaders helped educate and enlighten all who attended. We hope to see everyone next year for the 2021 High School Band Camp!!

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"Southern, down in Louisiana, believe it or not, was the most influential HBCU in the last 30 years in a negative way. Blowing loud, and wrong notes… correct notes but out of tune. They have taken that stuff about aggression to the extreme. Intonation. Like there’s no consideration. Overblowing."


Legends of the Sonic Boom of the South. From L-R, Lewis Liddell, Renaldo Murray, Dowell Taylor, Michael Madgruder, Blake Gaines, Lowell Hollinger and Paul I Adams, at The Homegoing of Edward "Pops" Duplessis.

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lmao

nothing but the truth though
 
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Sonic Boom’s online band camp has unprecedented attendance with 900 students

Last month, the Sonic Boom of the South’s virtual high school band camp had a record turnout with 900 student participants. This is the first year the free three-day camp was hosted online as a precautionary measure due to the coronavirus pandemic. Started in 2013, the camp aims to educate the secondary school student-musician and improve recruitment for the music program and university.

“Since its inception, it has helped with recruitment substantially while providing a quality (holistic) educational experience for the students and directors that attend,” said Dr. Roderick Little, director of bands. “During the camp, we offer not only the marching band component but also a dance component, concert band, jazz band and other chamber ensembles.”

Little explained that moving to the virtual platform was a way to keep potential students engaged during unprecedented times.

 
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I think reality is starting to set in for a lot more people now. I feel most sorry for the freshmen and seniors but maybe spring 2021 we can have one big nasty mega band fest before they some of the seniors graduate (fall graduates are screwed).
 
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Unsure about how this fall will play out, Sonic Boom of the South Band Director Roderick Little said they’re just waiting.

“Right now. we’re just kind of waiting it out and just kind of watching what’s around us. I just want to make sure that we make the right decision for our students. But typically, we don’t start band camp until August anyway and it’s just going to be the same this year,” explained Little.
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Sonic Boom’s online band camp hits record high attendance

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – While athletic directors and band directors are waiting to see how sports seasons will operate this academic year, Jackson State University recently wrapped up its vir…
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