KETTERING, OH (Nov. 14, 2022) – Archbishop Alter High School’s band, the Marching Knights, was named Bands of America Grand National Class A Champions on Saturday, November 12, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Alter’s band is comprised of 36 students in grades 7-12. They competed against 26 bands in their division. The Marching Knights also won two additional awards for ‘Outstanding Music Performance’ and ‘Outstanding General Effect.’ Earlier this season, the Marching Knights earned their ninth Mid States Band Association Championship and are six-time Bands of America Grand National Semi Finalists.

The Marching Knights are under the leadership of Director of Bands, Todd Tucker. They are sponsored by FJM, Inc., the official uniform sponsor, the Alter High School Administration, the Alter Athletic Department, and the Alter Music Association, comprised of current and former parents, families, and alumni of the Marching Knights.

Archbishop Alter High School, founded in 1962, is a co-educational, comprehensive Catholic private school that is committed to challenging students to reach their full potential by providing academic excellence and rich student experiences in a Christ-centered environment.