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Aspire TV's "6 Minutes to Glory" brings six HBCU marching bands to the historic Battle of the Bands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta; after months of practice and preparation, these performers are determined to leave their legacy on the field.

6 Minutes to Glory: The HBCU Band Experience

HBCU All Star Battle of the Bands

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The NSU HBCU marching band, also known as The Spartan Legion Marching Band, gives a history lesson on how it all began and the untold story of their road to success, from rehearsals to the main stage at the Battle of the Bands.

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The SC State HBCU marching band, Marching 101, share their success story from a small town; they share their intimate journey to the Battle of the Bands.

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The NCAT HBCU marching band, also known as the Blue and Gold Marching Machine, provides an inside look into how they prepare on their journey to the Battle of the Bands.

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