20 high school bands to take part in Classic on the Cane Marching Contest

October 29, 2024 

Annual Classic on the Cane Marching Contest set for Saturday 

NATCHITOCHES – The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will host the 35th annual Classic on the Cane Marching Contest on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Turpin Stadium. The competition begins at 10 a.m. The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band will perform at 4:30 p.m. The Awards Ceremony is at 4:45 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $8 for senior citizens, military, and children 8 and under. 

NSU Director of Bands Anthony Pursell said 20 high school bands from Louisiana and Texas will take part in one of the region’s top showcases for high school marching bands.  

Participating bands include Jena, Many, Byrd, Tioga, Delcambre, Neville, North DeSoto, Pine Prairie, Natchitoches Central, Abbeville, South Hills (Texas) and Central. Also participating are E.D. White, Acadiana, Airline, Haughton, Benton, Southside, Parkway, and West Monroe. 

Awards will be presented to the top five overall bands, the top three bands in each classification, and the best in class for percussion and auxiliary. There will also be awards for the most entertaining show and most spirited supporters. A most outstanding soloist will also be honored. 

For more information, go to nsula.edu/music/spirit-of-northwestern/ and download the Spectator Guidebook. 

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