MEET OUR TEAM
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
These talented professionals bring their passion and expertise to their work, creating an atmosphere of excellence. From conducting and arranging to leading rehearsals and mentoring musicians, their commitment to music is inspiring!
CO-FOUNDER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
SAMUEL M. BRAILSFORD
Greensboro, NC
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North Carolina A&T State University Blue & Gold Marching Machine
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CO-FOUNDER | DIRECTOR OF BANDS | CHIEF ARRANGER
ROBERT A. McCARTHER, II
Detroit, MI
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Jackson State University
Sonic Boom of the South
CO-FOUNDER | PRESIDENT | CO-DIRECTOR OF BANDS
WENDELL BOND, III
Greensboro, NC
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North Carolina Central University Sound Machine Marching Band
CO-FOUNDER | CO-DIRECTOR OF BANDS
KRISTIAN BLAKENEY
Greensboro, NC
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Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band
ASST. DIRECTOR OF BANDS
CORDELL MOORE
Brooklyn, NY
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North Carolina A&T State University Blue & Gold Marching Machine
PERCUSSION INSTRUCTOR
KYNAN JERELL HUDSON (KJ)
New Bern, NC
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North Carolina A&T University
Blue & Gold Marching Machine
AUXILIARY INSTRUCTOR
BRITTANY ELEY
Norfolk, VA
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North Carolina A&T University
Blue & Gold Marching Machine
SECRETARY/TREASURER | BAND OPERATIONS MANAGER
ASHLEIGH COSTLEY
Prince George's County, MD
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Elizabeth City State University
Sound of Class Marching Band