Honda Battle of the Bands Celebration Tour, presented by Verizon
(September through November 2012)
- ABOUT
- GUEST PERFORMANCE
- MAPS & DIRECTIONS
- SEATING CHART
- PERFORMANCE ORDER
- RECRUITMENT FAIR
- FAQ
FAQ
What is the date of the 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands?
The 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase will be held on January 26, 2013 at the Georgia Dome. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and the show starts promptly at 3:00 p.m. Save the date!
When can I purchase a ticket for the 2013 event?
Tickets are on sale now! For more information visit www.hondabattleofthebands.com
When does voting end?
Voting for the 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase ends October 25, 2012 at midnight EST.
Why aren't all the schools from each conference listed in the section "The Bands"?
All HBCU marching bands are invited to participate in the 2012-2013 Honda Battle of the Bands program. The schools listed in each conference are the bands that have elected to participate this year.
How are the seating arrangements handled? Is it first-come, first-served or do tickets come with assigned seating? Also, what is the best section to sit in to view the competition?
Seats are reserved. Tickets are $10 for upper bowl seats and $12 for lower bowl seats. We choreograph the show so that everyone has a good view and we make sure that the music, excitement and exhilaration are there for all.
What is required in order for the bands to participate in the competition? Are bands required to perform certain musical pieces, routines, etc.? Is the performance scoring based on points per category?
HBOB is a showcase, not a competition, so there are no particular requirements. Creativity and showmanship are up to each individual band.
Who won the 2012 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase?
Everyone who participates in the Honda Battle of the Bands is a winner. The audience benefits from a unique and exciting display of different music and performance styles.
The 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase will be held on January 26, 2013 at the Georgia Dome. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and the show starts promptly at 3:00 p.m. Save the date!
When can I purchase a ticket for the 2013 event?
Tickets are on sale now! For more information visit www.hondabattleofthebands.com
When does voting end?
Voting for the 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase ends October 25, 2012 at midnight EST.
Why aren't all the schools from each conference listed in the section "The Bands"?
All HBCU marching bands are invited to participate in the 2012-2013 Honda Battle of the Bands program. The schools listed in each conference are the bands that have elected to participate this year.
How are the seating arrangements handled? Is it first-come, first-served or do tickets come with assigned seating? Also, what is the best section to sit in to view the competition?
Seats are reserved. Tickets are $10 for upper bowl seats and $12 for lower bowl seats. We choreograph the show so that everyone has a good view and we make sure that the music, excitement and exhilaration are there for all.
What is required in order for the bands to participate in the competition? Are bands required to perform certain musical pieces, routines, etc.? Is the performance scoring based on points per category?
HBOB is a showcase, not a competition, so there are no particular requirements. Creativity and showmanship are up to each individual band.
Who won the 2012 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase?
Everyone who participates in the Honda Battle of the Bands is a winner. The audience benefits from a unique and exciting display of different music and performance styles.
How are the bands selected?
The Honda Battle of the Bands program includes two components -- the Celebration Tour, which runs September through November 2012, and the Invitational Showcase on January 26, 2013.
The selection process for the Invitational Showcase is based on a voting process with three levels.
In Voting Level 1, one band is selected at-large:
a. Online Opinion Poll from hondabattleofthebands.com – Band receiving the highest number of fan votes from the online poll
In Voting Level 2, one band from each of the four conferences, plus an independent program, are selected for a total of five bands. These bands are selected in a three-part process:
a. Online Opinion Poll at hondabattleofthebands.com -- 1/3 weight
b. Band Directors’ Votes -- 1/3 weight
c. Presidents’ Votes -- 1/3 weight
Note: Presidents and Band Directors are not permitted to vote for their own institution
In Voting Level 3, American Honda, and Urban Sports selects the two bands based on:
a. Showmanship
b. Musicianship
c. Years of previous participation in the Celebration Tour
Is this Honda event going to be televised?
We won’t be televising the event, but from September to November 2012, you can check out the HBOB website for clips of your favorite bands along with highlights from the 2012 Invitational Showcase.
When will HBOB showcase the best high school bands? I think it would be appropriate to let them perform in this event.
The uniqueness of the Honda Battle of the Bands is that it focuses on the various styles and excellence exhibited by the HBCU marching bands. We feel that our production should focus on colleges.
Is there a DVD of this event?
Unfortunately, there are no plans for a 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands DVD. Video and pictures from the showcase will be available online after January 30, 2013.
The Honda Battle of the Bands program includes two components -- the Celebration Tour, which runs September through November 2012, and the Invitational Showcase on January 26, 2013.
The selection process for the Invitational Showcase is based on a voting process with three levels.
In Voting Level 1, one band is selected at-large:
a. Online Opinion Poll from hondabattleofthebands.com – Band receiving the highest number of fan votes from the online poll
In Voting Level 2, one band from each of the four conferences, plus an independent program, are selected for a total of five bands. These bands are selected in a three-part process:
a. Online Opinion Poll at hondabattleofthebands.com -- 1/3 weight
b. Band Directors’ Votes -- 1/3 weight
c. Presidents’ Votes -- 1/3 weight
Note: Presidents and Band Directors are not permitted to vote for their own institution
In Voting Level 3, American Honda, and Urban Sports selects the two bands based on:
a. Showmanship
b. Musicianship
c. Years of previous participation in the Celebration Tour
Is this Honda event going to be televised?
We won’t be televising the event, but from September to November 2012, you can check out the HBOB website for clips of your favorite bands along with highlights from the 2012 Invitational Showcase.
When will HBOB showcase the best high school bands? I think it would be appropriate to let them perform in this event.
The uniqueness of the Honda Battle of the Bands is that it focuses on the various styles and excellence exhibited by the HBCU marching bands. We feel that our production should focus on colleges.
Is there a DVD of this event?
Unfortunately, there are no plans for a 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands DVD. Video and pictures from the showcase will be available online after January 30, 2013.
SEATING CHART
Georgia Dome seating chart
View sections and seating information for the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.
View sections and seating information for the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.
MAPS & DIRECTIONS
Georgia Dome
1 Georgia Dome Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30313
Transportation
The Dome is accessible by MARTA rail system via Vine City (Station W2) or the Dome (Station W1). Parking is at a premium on event days, so taking MARTA is recommended.
MARTA Rail Access GWCC, Philips, Dome Station (W1). To visit the official MARTA website, click here.
Parking
Parking is available at the Georgia World Congress Center in the Blue Lot off Northside Drive ($8), Yellow Lot off Simpson Street ($8), Green Lot off Marietta ($8), Orange Lot off Magnum Street ($10), Gold Lot between the Georgia World Congress Center and the Georgia Dome ($10), and the International (Red) Parking Deck off Magnum Street ($10).
1 Georgia Dome Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30313
Transportation
The Dome is accessible by MARTA rail system via Vine City (Station W2) or the Dome (Station W1). Parking is at a premium on event days, so taking MARTA is recommended.
MARTA Rail Access GWCC, Philips, Dome Station (W1). To visit the official MARTA website, click here.
Parking
Parking is available at the Georgia World Congress Center in the Blue Lot off Northside Drive ($8), Yellow Lot off Simpson Street ($8), Green Lot off Marietta ($8), Orange Lot off Magnum Street ($10), Gold Lot between the Georgia World Congress Center and the Georgia Dome ($10), and the International (Red) Parking Deck off Magnum Street ($10).
ABOUT HBOB
The Honda Battle of the Bands was created to celebrate, support and recognize the excellence of Black college marching bands and the unique academic experience offered by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Honda annually awards more than $205,000 in grants to participating marching bands during the program period. Honda Battle of the Bands is in its 11th year and we look forward to many more.
There are two components to the Honda Battle of the Bands:
Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase
At the end of the Celebration Tour, eight bands advance to the Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase. The Invitational Showcase features musical performances from these eight HBCU marching bands.
At the end of the Celebration Tour, eight bands advance to the Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase. The Invitational Showcase features musical performances from these eight HBCU marching bands.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Atlanta Marriott Airport
4711 Best Rd. Atlanta, GA 30337
Make Reservations »Contact: 1-800-228-9290
Phone Reservation Code: Honda Battle of the Bands Fan Block - Ref#M-9ARRIE/M-9ARR8I
Reservation must be guaranteed with credit card/Cancel before 72hrs of reservation without penalty
Release Date: 1/5/2012From
$99.00
$99.00
Double Tree Hotel
2055 South Park Place, Atlanta, GA 30339
Make Reservations »Contact: 1-800-222-TREE or 1-770-272-9441
Phone Reservation Code: Group Code # "USE"
Reservation must be guaranteed with credit card/Cancel before 72hrs of reservation without penalty
Release Date: 12/27/2011From
$89.00
$89.00
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Atlanta - Buckhead
505 Pharr Rd. Atlanta, GA 30305
Make Reservations »Contact: 404-262-7880 or 1-800-HOLIDAY
Phone Reservation Code: Honda Battle of the Fan Group Block
Reservation must be guaranteed with credit card/Cancel before 72hrs of reservation without penalty
Release Date: 1/5/2012From
$119 - (1) BR Queen Non-Smoking
$129 - (2) BR Queen Smoking
$119 - (1) BR Queen Non-Smoking
$129 - (2) BR Queen Smoking
Regency Suites Hotel
975 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30309
Make ReservationsContact: 1-800-642-3629
Phone Reservation Code: Honda
Reservation must be guaranteed with credit card/Cancel before 72hrs of reservation without penalty
Release Date: 1/5/2012From
Singles $89
Doubles $99
Singles $89
Doubles $99
Wingate by Wyndham
65 South Service Road, Austell, GA 30135
Make Reservations »Contact: 1-770-948-7877
Phone Reservation Code: BOB
Reservation must be guaranteed with credit card/Cancel before 72hrs of reservation without penalty
Release Date: None (Rate available until sold out)From
$79.00 per room
$79.00 per room
Comfort Suites Convention Center Downtown
54 Peachtree Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Make Reservations »Contact: 1-678-702-8600
Phone Reservation Code: Ask for the $99 Honda Battle of the Bands FAN Rate!
Reservation must be guaranteed with credit card/Cancel before 72hrs of reservation without penalty
Release Date: Cut off date January 13, 2012 or until rooms sell out!From
$99.00
$99.00
BAND PERFORMANCE ORDER
GUEST PERFORMANCE
RECRUITMENT FAIR
Representatives from 35 HBCUs will be on hand to speak with thousands of prospective students at the 2013 Honda Battle of the Bands Recruitment Fair. Attendees learn valuable
information about HBCU admission requirements and about requirements for joining an HBCU marching band. HBCUs offer a variety of scholastic majors and opportunities in various
fields, providing the ultimate academic and cultural college experience.
WHAT
HBCU Recruitment Fair
WHERE
Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m
WHEN
Sponsors
