(Batesville, IN) – The Batesville High School Music Department, in partnership with the Batesville Music Boosters, will host the inaugural Batesville Marching Invitational on Saturday, September 27 at the high school football stadium.
Marching bands from across the region will compete at the event.
Gates open at Noon with the event starting at 1 pm.
Admission is $10 for adults and 5 bucks for children ages 10 and under.
Concessions and food vendors will be available starting at Noon.
Attendees are encouraged to bring cash for purchases.
The BHS Marching Band will not compete, but as hosts they’ll present an exhibition performance at the end of the event.
The invitational comes on the heels of significant achievements by the BHS music department, including:
● Advancing to the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Scholastic B State Finals in 2024, where the group earned an impressive 10th-place finish in only their second year at a more competitive classification level.
● Earning the prestigious ISSMA All-Music Award last spring, one of only 22 schools statewide to receive the honor. This award recognizes excellence across all areas of music, including marching band, concert band, jazz band, choir, and solo and ensemble performances.
