Nominated by their fellow alumni, the inductees will be recognized during the alumni band's 60th anniversary weekend festivities.
The Troy University Band Alumni (TUBA) Association will induct its inaugural class of the Fanfare of Distinguished Alumni, recognizing Sound of the South alumni who have made lasting impacts in their fields and communities.
Nominated by their fellow alumni for embodying excellence, character and service beyond the band field, the inductees will be recognized during…
The ensemble received its iconic name "Sound of the South" in 1965 when Dr. John M. Long took over the program.
Over 250 former TROY band members will join together to celebrate the present, look to the future and remember the past as the Sound of the South marks its 60th anniversary on September 12 and 13.
In 1939, the first band program began at Troy State Teachers College under Director Lawrence Peterson. The ensemble received its…