The Shelbyville Dragon Military Marching Band earned a First Division

rating from all 3 judges at the 2016 Region 21 UIL Marching Contest. The

Dragon Band was one of only 2 bands to only receive first division ratings

from all three judges in Class 2A. This marks the 10th consecutive year

that the Dragon Band has earned a first division rating at marching

contest, and this is currently the longest streak by a 2A band in region 21.

Some of the comments made by the judges were:

“Outstanding sounds from ALL sections of the band – balance is EXCELLENT!!”

“Very musical in ALL aspects, such an outstanding AA band congrats”

The band is under the direction of Shaka Hawkins, and the assistant

director is Christi Unthank.

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