From a Band Room to Baltimore's Premier Marching Arts Organization
The year was 2001. Two college students came home to Baltimore City to the decline of proper music education within the community.
In the band room of Baltimore City College High School, these two students came together to form small community classes for youth all around Baltimore City to learn music. Impressed by the youths' commitment and dedication to music education, on June 20, 2006, The Marching Elite Foundation was born.
Forging past its humble beginnings, The Marching Elite has established itself as the premier youth marching arts organization in Baltimore. "Who leads the way? Elite leads the way!" — an unofficial mantra of the band — Elite is known for their unique and entertaining shows that consistently bring audiences to their feet.
Today the program is located at 1 N. Fulton Ave, Baltimore, Maryland 21223 but is open to members in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware. Their partnerships include the State's Attorney's Office for Baltimore City, Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Employment and Development, and Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development.
Over two decades, The Marching Elite Foundation has grown from a grassroots community initiative into a comprehensive youth development organization serving hundreds of young people annually. Our alumni have gone on to perform with college marching bands, professional entertainment companies, and military bands across the country.
Changing Lives Through the Marching Arts
The marching activity is a rare combination of musical entertainment, physical activity, competition, social opportunities, travel, and fun. It is about learning, coping, and growing.
Our alumni have gone on to perform with college marching bands, professional entertainment companies, and military bands across the country. Many credit TME with teaching them the discipline, teamwork, and confidence that shaped their entire lives.
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