Focusing on Foundation is very Important. The faculty here at Virginia State is very vital, when everything is all said and done. Our faculty members uphold the image of perfection. They share an equal love for the organization and for each student musician. Most of our faculty members are former Trojan Explosion members , and they still hold the love for the band dear in their hearts. Lets take a look at some of the faculty members.
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Dr. Mark Phillips - Director of Bands
Hometown: Petersburg VA
Favorite Cadence: Middle Finger, because its the one that makes the band march
Organizations: Tuba Phi Tuba, Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity Inc., Phi Mu Alpha, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., & Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority Inc. (Honorary)
" The Father of the band, makes everything possible "
Mr Elisha Powell - Percussion Instructor
Mr. Powell has a stong foundation of percussion knowledge.He is a former member of the VSU drumline and continues to give back all he has learned through the years. He has definetly given his heart and talent as the percussion instructor of this special group of young adults.
" Disipline starts with self control "
Hometown: Danville VA
Favorite Cadence: Intro, because " I wrote it "
Organizations: Drum-Phi, Essence Romeo, & Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.
Kappa Kappa Psi National Band Fraturnity Inc.( Honorary)
" All good change starts with a strong foundation "
