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Corporate Sponsor Program
Purpose: The Corporate Sponsorship program is intended to be a significant fundraising component and method by which costs may be offset for the Harrison High Band Boosters (HHBB) and band programs. Band booster students and families are encouraged to seek out financial support or other products and services from businesses to serve these purposes. Proceeds, products, and services provided to the 501(c)(3) non-profit, Harrison High School Band Boosters (HHBB) are a tax-deductible donation.
Fifty percent (50%) of funds received from the corporate sponsor will be applied as a fundraising credit towards a family’s/student’s fundraiser obligation, or credited toward offsetting band fees if the student’s/family’s fundraiser obligation has already been satisfied.
Download the 2022-23 Sponsorship Information Package
Download Tax Exempt Status Letter (PDF)
Please contact corporatesponsors@harrisonbands.org if you have any specific questions.
To become a corporate sponsor, complete this form.
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Calling All Harrison Bands Alumni!
Since its inception in 1991, the Harrison High School band program quickly established a reputation for musical excellence — thanks largely to the dedicated efforts of thousands of former band members who have performed in our various ensembles. We’re inviting all of you to reengage with Harrison Bands, reconnect with former band mates and help us continue the traditions of Dedication, Excellence and Pride which built our national award-winning program. The purpose of our alumni program is to build a community of former members and forever friends of Harrison Bands.
As the introductory movement in our unfinished alumni symphony, we’re asking former band members to register in our alumni database so we can share with you information about our efforts, news about the current band, and announcements about future alumni events. You can register here, or jump over to our new alumni page to learn more.
Make sure to visit our Facebook group, Harrison Bands Alumni, where band alumni and friends can share memories, old photos, recent news and more. Anyone can access the Harrison Bands Alumni group on Facebook, but you’ll need to register as a new member on the page to post content. When you join, you can also invite friends and former band mates to join the page, building the alumni community and creating a fun environment for all.
In the meantime, Harrison Bands would also welcome any financial support you might consider. Our Harrison High Band Boosters is a registered non-profit organization eligible for tax-deductible contributions. Some of our alumni currently make periodic contributions to the band, using our online donation system to make gifts of $25, $50, $100 or more. One of our alumni advisors has suggested that former band members consider making a $5 contribution for each year since their graduation. Thus, a 5-year graduate might contribute $25, while a 20-year graduate might contribute $100. Regardless of the amount, any and all contributions would be greatly appreciated, and will be particularly helpful in 2020 as our band members and our Harrison Bands feel the financial impact of the corona virus. To make a contribution, use our link below:
Join the Harrison Bands Program
By joining Harrison Bands, you’re establishing an instant on-campus network of friends and classmates who share your passion for music, performance and achievement. Our national award-winning Hoya Marching Band performs at football games and regularly competes in local, regional and Bands of America Grand National Championships. Plus our concert and symphonic bands, small group ensembles and our guard are regionally and nationally recognized for their outstanding achievements.
No Music or Band Experience Necessary
While most students who join Harrison Bands have music and performance background from Middle School band, we welcome all students who are interested. For those who play keyboards, guitar or bass guitar, our front ensemble is a perfect option. Our Color Guard and Winter Guard welcome those who have an interest in music, dance, drill, acrobatics, gymnastics, or cheering — with or without prior experience. And Harrison Bands always is open to starting students on new instruments to pursue their musical passion.
Join an Ensemble
Our ensembles offer students year-round opportunities, featuring a variety of different music and performance styles. Interested in larger performing groups offering musical variety. Then check out concert band, symphonic band, and fall wind symphony. For our most accomplished musicians and those seeking growth, wind ensemble is a year-round program featuring collegiate and professional level music. Looking for a shorter extracurricular music season with lots of fun? One of our multiple jazz bands may be for you! Feeling the beat? Check out HIPE — our Harrison Indoor Performance Ensemble. And if you want to explore musical performance without playing an instrument, the fall color guard and spring winter guard members shine through drill, dance, choreography and dramatic routines.
Music and Competition
In our competitive marching band, you gain experience as a performing musician and you’re part of a Harrison team competing against other schools. Harrison is a two-time Bands of America Grand National Champion (2015, 2013) in Class 3-A, and a three-time BOA Grand Nats finalist (2015, 2013, 2007). In 2018, Harrison was a BOA Super Regional Finalist in Jacksonville, FL. In 2019, Harrison was the overall and class 3-A champion at the Kennesaw Invitational Marching Competition among 10 bands, and the BOA Regional Championship among 22 bands from six Southeastern states. The Hoyas completed the 2019 marching season by making the semifinals and finishing 14th overall in Indianapolis for the 2019 Grand National Championships!
Leadership and Scholarship
Harrison Band members are leaders at school who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. Band members master time management, devoting long hours to band practice while attaining a higher-than-school average GPA. Harrison band members score better than their peers on standard college placement tests. They receive music and academic scholarships at a higher rate than other Harrison students. And with our national reputation, many alumni earn college scholarships and financial benefits by joining university marching bands throughout Georgia and the US.
Friendship and Fun
Band friends are fun, and friends for life. Our band members share great experiences at school, during practice, at summer camp, and while traveling together. In recent years, the Hoya Marching Band traveled to Indianapolis, Jacksonville and Orlando for national and regional competitions, plus performed in New York at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. And many band alumni remain friends in college and throughout their adult lives.
HHBB Newsletter
Harrison High Band Boosters publishes a regular newsletter for our parents and supporters. Read it any time to stay more fully informed about all aspects of Harrison Bands activities.
More for Undecided Parents and Students
Still not sure if band is the right choice for your future ? Here are a few more resources you may want to check out to help you decide:
- Harrison Band Members and Parents Experience. Understand the experience from all angles.
- Two Million Reasons Marching Band Kids Are So Responsible. Life is complex, with lots of movements – kind of like a marching band show.
- Why Your Teen Should Join Marching Band. Make friends, get exercise, and even improve language, math and your immune system.
- 10 Lessons Your Child Will Learn in Marching Band. Marching band is more than an after school activity- it’s an adventure in learning a different language and making new friends.
- Six Things Marching Band Directors Teach Their Students. From punctuality to teamwork, plus how to check your ego at the door, band directors help students learn life-long lessons.
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Band enrollments occur in the Spring semester. To learn more about joining the band, let us know you’re interested, and get all the latest updates on HHS Bands, subscribe to our Future Parents and Weekly E-Mail List.
Get Ready for Spring Awards 2026
Join us on May 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM to celebrate the musical talents and accomplishments of our performers!
Cedarcrest Church
4600 Cobb Pkwy NW
Acworth, GA 30101
Pops in the Park Spring Concert
THANK YOU!!!
Thank you to everyone who attended Pops in the Park this past Friday — your support made the evening truly special and it was a huge success! A heartfelt thank-you to the parents who donated items for the raffle baskets; your generosity added so much fun to the night and helped raise important funds for our program. We also want to recognize the many volunteers — parents, staff, and students — who helped with setup, concessions, ticketing, and cleanup; your time and energy are what make events like this possible.
Special shout-out to our Senior students on their final performance at Pops. Your dedication, leadership, and musicianship have not gone unnoticed. We’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished over the years!
Harrison Bands Kickoff
When? Friday, April 17th 6-9pm & Saturday, April 18th 9am-12pm
*New parent meeting Saturday at 9:00am!
Who? EVERYONE interested in band class, percussion, marching band, or guard at Harrison next year!
Where? The Harrison band room
Color Guard Workshops
Mondays & Wednesdays from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. beginning April, 13th in the Harrison Band Room.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
BRING A FRIEND!
Percussion Auditions
Mondays April 20 & 27 and May 4 & 11 from 6:00 – 8:30 PM in the Harrison Band Room.
We’re looking for drummers, keyboard players, bass guitarists, and more to join our drumline and front ensemble.
Come try out and find your spot!
Questions? Contact Jeff@HarrisonBands.org
Harrison Winter Guard Is Your SAPA Scholastic A Champions for 2026!
Congratulations to the Harrison Winter Guard for securing the Scholastic A championship title at the SAPA Championships in Chattanooga, TN, this weekend! Their teamwork and dedication to excellence as they have truly paid off.
Under the direction of Robert Moyer, with staff members Amanda Futrell and Whitney Swatloski, the team has worked hard to rehearse and refine their show, “A Sense of Rain.” Their scores have steadily increased across the competition season. Event information and a summary of scores are available here at sapaonline.net.
