SIMMONS MARCHING FALCONS
The Revolutionary Sound of
The South
The Simmons College
of Kentucky Marching Falcons,
established in 2015, are committed
to offering exceptional musical
experiences that foster student
growth beyond the classroom.
Under the leadership of Director DeMarco Brown, The Revolutionary Sound of The South is setting new standards for HBCU Marching Bands. The band program has guided hundreds of students towards becoming well-rounded professionals and societal change agents. The Marching Falcons have captivated audiences of hundreds of thousands across the region, with notable performances at events like the African American Heritage Parade, the Kentucky Derby Festival Pegasus Parade, University of Louisville’s Homecoming Parade, and Cordon’s Christmas Parade. In addition to supporting all Simmons College men's and women's basketball games, they also make special guest appearances at other HBCU football games, church functions, and community celebrations.
MEET OUR DIRECTOR
Born and raised in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, De’Marco Brown developed a love and passion for band early on, participating in both middle school and high school bands. After graduation, De’Marco moved to Cincinnati, OH, where he created a community marching band called Urban Centric. This opportunity allowed De’Marco to build and teach band programs from scratch at local high schools in Mt. Auburn and Woodward from 2013 to 2019.
De’Marco decided to attend Simmons College of Kentucky to complete a music degree, achieving many milestones during his time there. He served as student director, became assistant director upon graduation in 2022, and advanced to Head Band Director after completing his master’s degree in 2023.
As one of the first Instrumental Music majors and the first Simmons College alumnus to become the Head Band Director, De’Marco’s goal is to provide quality education, foster exceptional musicianship, and strive for outstanding representation and high achievements for the band, the music department, and Simmons College as a whole.
SATIN RHYTHM DANCE TEAM
The Satin Rhythm Dancers are more than their glamorous, choreographed performances — they are the on-field personification of the Simmons College Marching Falcons’ music. Led by longtime HBCU dance team coach Stefanie Kirtley, the Simmons’ dance team is a show-style, energetic force to be reckoned with.
For more information on how to get involved, contact Coach Kirtley via skirtley@simmonscollegeky.edu.
CONTACT OUR LEADERSHIP
De'Marco Brown - Director of Bands
dbrown@simmonscollegeky.edu
502-701-0047
Miles Howerton - Percussion Director
miles.howerton@simmonscollegeky.edu
Stephanie Kirtley - Auxiliary Coordinator
skirtley@simmonscollegeky.edu
502-599-7381
Satin Rhythm Dance Team
Head Coach - Stephanie Kirtley
Assist. Coach - E’nijah Mincy
enijah.mincy@simmonscollegeky.edu
Dash of Fire (Flag Team and Color Guard)
Miracle Young
JOIN THE BAND
Click the link below to join the Revolutionary Sound
of the South Band program. We look forward to
hearing from you and thank you in advance
for your interest in our band program.
1018 South 7th Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40203
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