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"The Best Band in the CIAA"
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Attention all senior high school woodwind and brass musicians!
Auditions are now open for the 2026â2027 academic year. We offer three convenient audition options: virtual, in-person, or video submission.
To schedule your audition and start your journey to the Greater happening at Virginia State University, send us a DM, scan the QR code, or email our Director of Marching & Pep Bands, Dr. Taylor Whitehead, at [email protected]
Priority Instruments: Trumpet, Mellophone & Euphonium
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Yes, you read that right â FREE TUITION is available for qualifying first-time, first-year freshmen through the Virginia College Affordability Network (VCAN) @vsuvcan
If youâre Pell-eligible and attend a high school within 45 miles of Virginia State University, this opportunity is for YOU!
Local students, donât miss your chance to become part of the VSU Trojan Explosion and receive FREE TUITION while doing it!
Your future starts here!
@officialvsutrojans@vsu_admissions
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Catch the Virginia State University Trojan Explosion, Drumline, and Woo Wooâs this Thursday night at CarMax Park for HBCU Night! Donât miss the energy, the sound, and the show!
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Thanks to Steven Smith and the Eastern Senior High School Marching Band @ehs_bwmm for including Virginia State University in your travel plans. It is always a pleasure to here this group. Congratulatioms to each of the seniors that auditioned today. Best wishes on your performance tomorrow.
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Thank you to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts @vmfamuseum for inviting the VSU Trojan Explosion Pep Band to participate in your 2026 Community Day. We sincerely appreciate the warm welcome and recognition we received, as well as your continued commitment to supporting the arts in Virginia.
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Spread love....Itâs the Brooklyn way!
Shoutout to Dr. Jada K John @jadakanika and the entire Big Apple Leadership Academy for the Arts, Inc. @balaaincorporated team for hosting an incredible event for the community today.
Every time we come to New York, we feel the love and appreciation for HBCU culture and it is very much appreciated.
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Greater Happens Here!
Attention Band Directors:
Join us for the 2026 VSU Explosion Day Band Director Workshops. A day of growth, inspiration, and connection designed for Middle & High School Band Directors.
Workshop 1 - âTone, Technique, and Teaching: A Practical Guide to Trumpet Success" by Dr. Schelvin D. Robinson @schelvrobtrumpet â VSU Adjunct Professor of Trumpet
Workshop 2 - âItâs Never Just _____ A Deep Dive into Articulating Percussion Ideasâ by Dr. Ethan Strickland @land_of_strick â VSU Adjunct Assistant Professor of Percussion
Donât miss this opportunity to learn, share, and elevate your program!
Register today: www.bit.ly/explosionday26
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Honoring 80 years of service and excellence đđ¤
Happy Foundersâ Day to Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority, Inc. @tau_beta_sigma
Special shout out to the phenomenal Epsilon Rho Chapter @epsilonrho1975 of Virginia State University, your commitment and impact do not go unnoticed!
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