The 9th Wonder of the World

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2019-2020 RONALD B. THORNTON SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN!!

AUGUST
3-   Band Camp (Freshmen and New Band Students)
4 -  Ocean Band Camp for 2019 season begins
10- Band Camp (Upperclassmen) 

10- Ronald B. Thornton Scholarship Application opens!  DEADLINE AUG.26
11-Top Golf Social
31- TSU vs PVU Labor Day Classic

SEPTEMBER
1- National Battle of the Bands (NRG Stadium)
​2- Ocean Labor Day Cookout

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TSU partners with Crowley ISD

"The 9th Wonder of the World"

The Ocean of Soul Marching Band

The Ocean of Soul is the most requested performance ensemble at Texas Southern University. Whether it is the full marching band, the drum line, or the pep band, the Ocean is guaranteed to show up, show out, and will meet all of your performance needs

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Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter

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Since 2008, hundreds of High School students  have been Recruited, Mentored, Educated, and Empowered as a result of the efforts of the Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter.   Join today to make a difference.​

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Be a part of "Building for the Future".  The OOSAC has many ways for members to network, mentor our young Ocean members, and support fundraising efforts that directly support the Ocean of Soul Marching Band.

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The Ocean of Soul Alumni Chapter is raising $119,069.00 as part of our Ocean 50th Anniversary Celebration.  The Ocean of Soul was founded in 1969 and we are asking everyone to show your love and appreciation for the 9th Wonder of World, the Texas Southern University Ocean of Soul Marching Band, by giving a $50 or $19.69 donation.  Fifty thousand dollars ($50K) will be used to establish the Ronald B. Thornton Scholarship Endowment, and sixty-nine thousand Sixty-nine dollars  will be donated to the Ocean of Soul Marching Band for instruments and other operational band needs.  Donate Today! ​

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