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Eagle Marching Band
 The Eagle Marching Band meets during the fall semester on the Raymond Campus. Hinds is exceedingly proud of its marching band, and rightfully so. Week after week the band dazzles audiences with its halftime shows, featuring the finest precision corps-style marching, playing, choreography and color guard work. A tradition of quality and excellence in performance is fueled by the intense personal pride of Eagle Band members, who not only share group honors, but individual successes as well. Many Eagle musicians have participated in such acclaimed organizations as the Mississippi Lions All-State Band, The USA Honor Band, The All-South Honor Band, as well as internationally known drum corps such as Phantom Regiment, Blue Devils, Skyryders, Blue Coats, Cavaliers, Carolina Crown and others.
The Eagle Band has appeared in parades and halftime exhibitions in cities such as New Orleans, St. Louis, Buffalo, Colorado Springs and Pasadena. Honor trips have been made to the Sugar Bowl, Gator Bowl, Hall of Fame Bowl and the Bands Of America Regional Competition among others. The band's reputation as a powerhouse among community college bands is also apparent locally, where it performs regularly in area parades and in exhibition at high school marching festivals.
Rehearsal
Rehearsal time for the Eagle Marching Band is kept to a minimum, as most members are not music majors and many have jobs. The Eagle Band rehearses from 12 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and from 12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Football games are usually on Thursday nights, with an occasional Saturday game.
To become a member of the Eagle Marching Band, you should contact Director of Bands, Shane Sprayberry at 601.857.3273 or Assistant Director Randy Mapes at 601.857.3639.
Hi-Steppers
Take a look at the nationally-known Hinds Community College dance team, the Hi-Steppers.
Band Merchandise
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Jacket - $33
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Embroidered Hoodie - $39
Silk-Screened Hoodie - $29
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