About
The Kentucky State University MIGHTY MARCHING THOROBRED Band represents the marching component and the "heartbeat" of the program, and was voted "The 2019 Best Band in the Land" by the national HBCU Awards Committee. The Thorobred Marching Band performs at all home football games, selected away games during the fall semester, and selected parades and marching band festivals. The Thorobred Marching Band has performed in Mardi Gras Parades in New Orleans (three times), several classics including the St. Louis Gateway Classic (three times), Heritage Classic (Columbus, OH) and the Lexington Heritage Classic (Lexington, KY). The Marching Band has also participated in the Honda All-Star Battle of the Bands, where participating schools receive a $1,000 scholarship. The Thorobred Band is complimented by the Captivating K-Rette Dance Team and the Silkette Flag Corps.
For additional information, contact:
Dr. Rodney D. Chism | Director of Bands| (502) 597-5815 | Rodney.Chism@kysu.edu
Prof. Robert Griffin | Associate Director | (502) 597-6908 | robert.griffin@kysu.edu