What school did vanilla funk go to?
Why Jeff Davis drum major Justin ‘Vanilla Funk’ Heideman chose Alabama State University.
Where is Justin Heideman now?
Now, Heideman and his story will be put on display for four to five years more in Montgomery, as he announced on May 25 via video that he will attend Alabama State University in the fall to play trumpet in the Mighty Marching Hornets band. “It’s easy to go where they tell you to go,” Heideman said.
Who is Justin Heideman?
Justin Heideman, better known as “Vanilla Funk” or “that boy John,” shifts his position in his chair and postures up from a slouch, clutching the ever so familiar mace drum majors wield. There is a calm intensity that covers him as if he is still in front of his band — as if he’s still in control.
Who is the white kid in the Jeff Davis marching band?
On Wednesday, Jefferson Davis High School’s Justin Heideman was profiled by the local ABC affiliate for his impressive dance moves with the school’s band. Called “Vanilla Funk” by his peers, the news outlet notes that he’s a “white student, leading a predominantly Black band,” as a reason for the excitement around him.
Is Justin Heideman a drum major at ASU?
The Foundation’s inaugural scholarship recipients are head drum major JaVonta Price, a senior; 1st assistant drum major Kevin Wilson, a junior; 2nd assistant drum major Justin Heideman, a sophomore; and 3rd assistant drum major Kenneth Richardson, a sophomore.
Who is the drum major for Jeff Davis High School?
Major Justin Heideman
(WSFA) – Montgomery’s Jefferson Davis High School marching band will perform on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” Tuesday night. The band first garnered national attention last year. Video of Drum Major Justin Heideman took social media by storm. The band calls him Vanilla Funk.
Who is the drum major for Southern University?
Jared White
Jared White (BHS Class of 2017), the newly appointed Drum Major for the 2020-2021 edition of the Southern University “Human Jukebox”!!!
Is Justin Heideman a drum major at Alabama State University?
Who is the leader of the Jeff Davis marching band?
Director Brandon Howard
Students from Jefferson Davis High School Marching Band in Montgomery had their “America’s Got Talent” performance air on NBC last Tuesday night. The group, led by Band Director Brandon Howard, had become something of a phenomenon on the internet after clips of the group performing were widely shared.
Who is the drum major at Jeff Davis?
Who is ASU 2021 Majors?
The two men brought a new style of marching and philosophy to ASU’s band program. Dr….Drum Majors.
| Year | Drum Majors |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Laura Anderson, Shawn Schive, Giselle Coll |
Where is the Jefferson Davis marching band from?
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Montgomery’s Jefferson Davis High School marching band will perform on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” Tuesday night. The band first garnered national attention last year.