November 2, 2016 - The Shelbyville Dragon Military Marching Band earned a First Division rating from all 3 judges at the 2016 Region 21 UIL Marching Contest. The Dragon Band was one of only 2 bands to only receive first division ratings from all three judges in Class 2A. This marks the 10th consecutive year that the Dragon Band has earned a first division rating at marching contest, and this is currently the longest streak by a 2A band in region 21. Some of the comments made by the judges were:
“Outstanding sounds from ALL sections of the band – balance is EXCELLENT!!”
“Very musical in ALL aspects, such an outstanding AA band congrats”
The band is under the direction of Shaka Hawkins, and the assistant director is Christi Unthank.
