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A rare, 1973 performance of Tennessee State University’s world renowned Aristocrat of Bands, illustrates the longstanding traditions of HBCU bands.

This is a serious old school classic. A 1973 performance of  the fabulous Tennessee State University ‘Aristocrat of Bands’  at halftime of  an Atlanta Falcons game at the old Fulton County Stadium. The Aristocrats are under the leadership of Band Director Clifford Watkins, and they put on quite a show in front of what looks to be a sellout crowd. read more