Trojan Explosion Marching Band
The Home Of "The Best Band in the CIAA"
The Virginia State University Trojan Explosion Marching Band is comprised of talented instrumentalists, Essence of Troy Dancers, Satin Divas Flags, Troy Elegance Twirlers, and the Commanders of Troy Drum Majors. The marching band is the largest student organization at Virginia State University. Known as “The Best Band in the CIAA,” the Trojan Explosion has performed on highly acclaimed stages up and down the East Coast. Some of the band’s most notable performances are nine consecutive performances at the Honda Battle of the Bands, BET’s College Hill, and the first drumline to perform at the White House. Our former band members have become successful in various fields, including music, education, medicine, entertainment, real estate, law, law enforcement, the military, and business.
Notable Performances
Performance at White House Black History Program |
Performance on NBC's Today Show |
Nine Consecutive Honda Battle of the Bands Performances |
African American Heritage Festival Parade in Harlem, NY |
1st Drumline to Perform at the White House |
Washington Redskins Training Camp |
Countless Battle of the Bands |
Drumline Performance at Richmond Raceway |
Virginia Gubernatorial Parades |
CIAA Basketball Tournament |
HBCU Bowl Classics |
CIAA Football Championships |
BET’s College Hill |
Freedom Classic Basketball Tournament |
Performance with Trey Songz |
Nationally Televised Performances |
Drumline Performances at Madison Square Garden |
Bubba Wallace Block Party |