This year, six marching bands from Illinois traveled to Indianapolis for the 2025 Bands of America Grand National Championships . Here's what happened.

Which Illinois bands competed in BOA Grand Nationals prelims?

Edwardsville High School

Marian Catholic High School

Morton High School

Murphysboro High School

O'Fallon Township High School

William Howard Taft High School

BOA Grand Nationals semifinals results

Three Illinois bands made it to the semifinal round: Marian Catholic, Morton and O'Fallon Township, Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!

This year, Marian Catholic placed second in Class A, taking home the award for Outstanding General Effect.

Class A

South Jones High School (Mississippi)

Marian Catholic High School (Illinois)

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