In today's episode, we travel to Jackson, Mississippi, to talk with Mr. Brandon Jenkins, assistant band director at Jackson State University. We talk to him about the origins of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band programs, the founders of the art form, technique, and social reactions to what is still a predominantly minority system that has seen a rise in caucasian participation.

Music:

"Gin and Juice" - Broadus, Calvin Jr. (Snoop Doggy Dogg), Doggystyle. Produced by Dr. Dre. ©1994. Arr. Jackson State University.

"Elsa's Procession to the Cathedral" - Wagner, Richard. Lohengrin. ©1848. Arr. Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

"Hotline Bling" - Graham, Aubrey Drake (Drake).Views. Produced by Nineteen85. ©2015. Arr. Southern University.

"Rockstar" - Post, Austin Richard (Post Malone). Beerbongs and Bentleys. ©2017. Arr. Jackson State University

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