FAMU, like many HBCUs, faces consistent underfunding issues ... Unlike the other department, which receives standardized funding, the Marching 100 relies heavily on donations and external sponsorships ...

Jazz also has a rich and cultural history on its own. More Tallahassee news: FAMU Marching 100 band member, Grace Macfoy said she has always loved the essence of jazz music. “It calms me when I ...

the FAMU Marching 100 Band’s Chief Musical Arranger Lindsey Sarjeant, gospel recording artist Anita Franklin, international celebrity DJ Donnell Benson – known as DJ DEMP – and Chef Sonya Waters, ...

The influence of Black culture can be seen in blues, jazz, gospel, R&B, and hip hop as we know it today, according to Dr. Shelby Chipman, director of bands and music professor at Florida A&M ...

Many students choose to remain in Tallahassee after graduation because of the opportunities Florida Agricultural & Mechanical ...

The St. Augstine Marching 100 couldn't march in the full Zulu Mardi Gras parade, but found a way to honor Rodney P. Mason Jr.

Fast forward to Tuesday, Mason would be back on St. Charles with the Marching 100, this time as king. “It’s an honor that Zulu and Pleasure club granted upon me,” Mason said. The day before ...

A beautiful moment was captured in front of Gallier Hall during the Zulu parade Tuesday. The St. Augustine Marching Band paid tribute to the Zulu King. This year's King is Rodney P. Mason Jr. who ...