Southern University Dancing Doll Auditions 2012

The Southern University Dancing Doll Tryouts will take place, Saturday, August 11, 2012, in the Isaac Greggs Band Hall on the Campus of Southern University.

Tryouts will begin at 8:00 A.M. All applications must be mailed in and postmarked no later than Wednesday, July 25, 2012. Please follow all instruction on the application.

To download an application, click the link below:
Dancing Doll Application

Clark Atlanta band misses season opener due to possible hazing

By Carl Willis

Source | WSBTV News (link)

ATLANTA —

Clark Atlanta University’s marching band was not on the field for the season opener Saturday due to an allegation of hazing.

The "Mighty Marching Panthers" marching band has been temporarily suspended as the university looks into the "possibility" of hazing.

"I’m sure it’s just speculation," said CAU fan Earlshawna Frye.

The school’s caution led to the Mays High School band being asked to fill in at halftime and in the stands.

"We got the call and we were like, ‘Yes let’s do it,’" said Twanda Rolle, parent of an MHS band member.

Throughout the game an announcement was made over the loud speakers telling fans why the CAU band was absent.

In a statement issued earlier in the week, CAU staff wrote:

"While there is no immediate evidence of hazing or any other foul play, the university of its own volition chooses to take a thorough, comprehensive look into this serious matter."

Some students including freshman Ciara Shaw questioned if the sudden action was influenced by the death of Florida A&M UniversityDrum Major Robert Champion one year ago.

"It is a good idea, but you don’t want to go overboard and get to a point where it’s hindering the school," said Shaw.

According to their statement, university officials believe hazing is unacceptable. Parents including Rolle agree.

"You don’t do those kinds of things. You just don’t do it," she said. "That’s bad business."

School offifcials said they hope the allegations prove false, but said they will be thorough and aggressive in the investigation.

Human Jukebox Battle Of The Bands!

It’s getting close to that time of year. The Human Jukebox really needs your support.
Human Jukebox Battle of the Bands 2012
Sunday, October 28, 2012 at 4:00 PM (CDT)
Baton Rouge, LA

Tickets are $10…get them while they’re available, because the price will go up. I’m urging all music lovers, band heads and SU Alumni to show your support.
For further information or to purchase a ticket please visit the following website:
http://www.humanjukeboxbotb.com/

Human Jukebox Alumni Association Fundraiser.