Below you can find our comprehensive list of every marching band in the state of Alabama. College/University bands will be listed separately from high school bands. You will find the city where the band is located, the name of the school, a link to their social accounts, and the size of the band (if we have that info).
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Alabama is home to one of the most famous and largest marching bands in the country.
Spotlight: University of Alabama Million Dollar Band
The University of Alabama’s Million Dollar Marching Band performs in front of millions of people every year. This sensational organization has been a part of the University of Alabama for over 100 years.
The band made up of 400 members who are students at the university, has a very diverse membership. Students in the band are majoring in almost every subject on campus. The band is the largest student group at the university and is very popular with the student body.
The band has won awards and has been invited to perform at events all over the United States. Most recently, they performed at the college football national championship. The band performs at football games and other important events at the University of Alabama. If you want to join the band, you can find information about auditions on their website.
List of College Marching Bands in Alabama
First up is our complete list of college and university marching bands ordered by the city where they reside. We have researched to find out when they were established and the average number of members in each band. Also, include any social media profiles they have.
List of High School Marching Bands in Alabama
| City | High School Name | Name of Band with Link | Social Media |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albertville | Albertville High School | Aggie Band | |
| Arab | Arab High School | Arab High School Band | |
| Ardmore | Ardmore High School | Ardmore High School Marching Tigers | |
| Attalla | Etowah | Blue Devil Music Department | |
| Auburn | Auburn High School | Auburn Bands | |
| Bessemer | Oak Grove High School | Oak Grove Highschool Band | |
| Birmingham | Shade Valley High School | ||
| Centerville | Bibb County High School | Purple Pride Marching Band | |
| Cullman | Cullman High School | Bearcat Band | |
| Daphne | Daphne High School | The Sound of the Eastern Shore | |
| Decatur | Austin High School | Austin High Band | |
| Enterprise | Enterprise High School | Big Blue Band | |
| Fairhope | Fairhope High School | Buccaneer Marching Band | |
| Florence | Florence Academy of Fine Arts | Florence Academy Marching Band | |
| Foley | Foley High School | Mighty Band from Lion and Land | |
| Gadsen | Gadsen City High School | Titan Band | |
| Gardendale | Gardendale High School | Gardendale High Marching Band | |
| Greenville | Greenville High School | Greenville Tiger Pride Band | |
| Grissom | Grissom High School | Grissom High Marching Band | |
| Harvest | Sparkman High School | Sparkman Band | |
| Haleyville | Haleyville High School | Haleyville High Marching Band | |
| Homewood | Homewood High School | Patriot Marching Band | |
| Hoover | Hoover High School | Hoover High Band | |
| Madison | James Clemens High School | James Clemens Marching Band | |
| Mobile | Baker High School | Baker High School Band | |
| Northport | Tuscaloosa County High School | Tuscaloosa County Band | |
| Smith station | Smith Station High School | Smith Station High Band | |
| Southside | South Side High School | The Pride of the Southside | |
| Trussville | Hewitt Trussville High School | Husky Marching Band |
Fun Trivia Questions About & Uniques facts about Marching Bands in Alabama:
If you are looking to spice up your next social gathering for your band group use these fun trivia questions to see how much your group knows about marching bands in the state of Alabama!
Q: Which Marching Band played at the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship?
A: University of Alabama Million Dollar Marching Band
Q: Which Alabama University Band offers a $2100 yearly scholarship to its color guard members?
A: The University of Southern Alabama! All members of the Jaguar Marching Band receive a scholarship of $2100 per year that can be renewed. The scholarship increases by $200 for each year of service to the JMB, up to a maximum of four years. There are no costs to join the JMB, such as dues, fees, or fundraising. All equipment is provided for the members.
Q: Which Marching Band in Alabama has a flagline, dancers, and majorettes as part of their auxiliary groups?
A: Auburn University Tiger Eyes visual ensemble has one of the most diverse auxiliary groups in the state.
Q: Which University Marching Band is one of the only to include concert tubas in their marching membership?
A: Jacksonville state University Marching Band (JSU Marching Southerners) are one of the only marching bands to include concert tubas.
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