The Tournament All-Stars Marching Band

The Tournament All-Stars Marching Band is more than an ensemble: it’s a celebration of the entire Tournament community. Drawing from one of the largest competitive marching arts circuits in the United States, this 250+ member band will showcase outstanding high school students, including graduating seniors, from across every Tournament performance group: marching bands, indoor color guards, percussion ensembles, indoor winds ensembles, dance teams, jazz bands, and baton twirlers.

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The 2026 Tournament All-Stars Marching Band is your chance to be part of history and represent the Tournament family in one of the most celebrated parades in the nation.

Package Cost

Total Member Package Cost: $1200

This package cost excludes round trip transportation to/from Kutztown University.

We will be staying in air-conditioned dormitories on the Kutztown University campus.

Time Commitment

Once a student is accepted into the ensemble, they should prepare to spend at least 4 hours/month working on music and forms needed for participation.

There may be individual section assignments requested by instructional staff members. Assignments, if any, will be submitted online.

Being selected as a Tournament All-Star is an honor. Participating in this experience is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity... And yes, it’s a very big deal!

As an All-Star, you’ll:

  • Experience a week-long summer camp on the beautiful campus of Kutztown University with world-class instruction, sectional & ensemble rehearsals, and master classes.

  • Perform and compete on the international stage at the World Association of Marching Showbands (WAMSB) Field Parade competition on July 1, 2026 at West Chester University.
  • Take center stage in Wawa Welcome America Presents the Salute to Independence Parade celebrating the United States of America’s Semiquincentennial on Friday, July 3, 2026, in Philadelphia — a nationally televised event and official celebration of America’s 250th birthday. (This street parade is also a judged WAMSB event!)
  • Celebrate with new friends at a farewell dinner before returning home... Plus additional surprises and activities to be announced!

Tournament All-Stars Marching Band • Participation Details

  • No audition required: Motivated students from any Tournament of Bands (TOB) or Tournament Indoor Association (TIA) ensemble are welcome.

  • Self-nomination encouraged: Complete the [Online Registration Form] (link) to get started.
  • Band Director Approval: All applicants must receive director approval prior to final acceptance.
  • Percussion spots are limited: Battery percussion positions will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional percussion applicants will be placed on a wait list.
  • Drum Major auditions: Students interested in serving as Drum Major must first be accepted as All-Star members. Drum Major applications will be available soon, with submissions due no later than Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Don't Miss Your Opportunity

Represent your ensemble. Perform with peers from across the country and around the world. March in the Nation’s Official Semiquincentennial Parade. Apply today to secure your spot in the Tournament All-Stars Marching Band!

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