Marching Band
The Gallia Academy "Blue Devil" Marching Band is the premier marching ensemble within the band program. All interested musicians in grades 9-12 who play an instrument are eligible to become a member of the Marching Blue Devils. The Marching Band consists of all wind players, percussionists and color guard members. Rising eighth grade students may be eligible for participation in the Marching Band as members of the "rookie program". More details regarding audition and eligibility will be announced to students at the end of the school year. Students interested in becoming part of the Color Guard are required to audition in the spring preceding the marching band season.
OMEA State Qualifications
1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2004, 2005, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018
Instrumental Music Links
2019 Season Information
Marching Band Information Packet/Forms
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Please find attached information regarding the 2018 Marching Band season!
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Note: All registration forms and summer schedule can be accessed via this packet.
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Marching Band Informational Meeting Presentation
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Please find attached an UPDATED version of the powerpoint presentation from the marching band informational meeting held Tuesday, April 16th!!!
Student Leadership Application
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Are you interested in serving the band in the leadership role this coming year? If so, please click the word document icon to the left to download the application!
Instrumental Music Resources
Color Guard Audition Information Packet
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Are you interested in auditioning to be a member of the color guard section of the Marching Band? Click the word document icon to the left for more information!​
2018 Season Events & Awards
Sept. 15: Rock Hill Invitational (OMEA)
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4th Place Class B - Overall
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3rd Place Class B - Color Guard
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Overall Excellent Rating
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Oct. 6: Valley Local (OMEA)
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4th Place Class B - Overall
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Overall Excellent Rating
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Oct. 20: Buckeye Classic, Ironton OH (OMEA)
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3rd Place Class B - Overall
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1st Place Class B - Color Guard
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2nd Place Class B - Percussion
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Overall Superior Rating
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Nov. 4: OMEA State Marching Band Finals
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Overall Excellent Rating