Adjudicators and clinicians include current & past BOA judges and Phantom Regiment design staff members. Adjudicators utilize the BOA adjudication system. Competitive classes are based on band size (number of musicians), not school enrollment. Bands can also choose to enter in “Exhibition” (you will still receive adjudicator commentary but will not be scored).

2023 Adjudicators

GE music – JD Shaw
GE vis – Adam Sage

Ens music- Ryan Adamsons
Ens Vis – Matt Hartwell

Field music – Clay Wachholz
Field Vis – Bob Smith

Performance time slots in respective classes are based on the date of entry for the registration form. If you need a special time slot to accommodate other activities that day, please let us know so that we may try to accommodate your needs.

Performance order will be announced with plenty of time to plan for this event. Please keep an eye on your email and on the event listing for final performance times.

Showcase your band in one of the best venues in the Midwest

The Red & Black Fall Classic is a wonderful opportunity for your students to perform under the lights on state-of-the-art turf. Plus, your staff can benefit from feedback from some of the most well-known adjudicators in the country.

Head to the stands for a special performance by the Northern Illinois University Huskie Marching Band under the direction of Dr. Thomas Bough. “The Huskie Marching Band,” says Dr. Bough, “is always eager to perform, be it for the enthusiastic fans in Huskie Stadium or for the hard-working and talented high school band members that perform and compete every weekend during the fall around the state of Illinois.”

All seats will be general admission, and the gates will open one hour before the first performance. For ticket and schedule information, please visit the event listing below.