The 2024 Concert Gala will be held at the Medallion Conference Center located at 7309 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 7:00 PM. H. Wade Johnson, a 1979 graduate of South Carolina State University (SCSU) will be providing the captivating and engaging sounds for the evening. Mr. Johnson graduated from SCSU with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Instrumental Music Education followed by a Master of Business Administration Degree in Secondary Counseling Education. H. Wade’s exceptional musical talent has allowed him to entertain audiences around the globe. He currently performs as a featured musician with the "PRIDE" ENSEMBLE. The "PRIDE" ENSEMBLE was formulated in 1982 on the campus of South Carolina State University and has continued to shine through their love of music.

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By donating to the Alumni Band Association, you join a community of volunteers who have established a strong presence in the lives of SCSU Band Program students. We are proud to make a difference with your contributions and lend a helping hand to the South Carolina State University Band Program and the larger community of the fine arts.

The South Carolina State Alumni Band Association is a registered tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service code as the SCSU Alumni Band Foundation. Please see our Sponsorship Package below which includes instructions to become a sponsor. Donations are also accepted. For additional information including ticket purchases, please visit our website at: www.scsualumnibandassociation.com

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Kind regards,
Willie C. Outlaw, III Ed.D, D.Min,
Gala Committee Chair,
Past President