NSU Spartan Legion marching band to perform at Spanberger inauguration

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The Norfolk State University Spartan Legion marching band will perform at the inauguration of Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger this Saturday in Richmond, the university said.

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The Spartan Legion was one of the performing arts group selected to take part in the parade and inauguration in the South Portico of the Virginia State Capitol Building, with the inauguration theme being “United for Virginia’s Future. The band, along with other groups, will perform for elected officials, invited guests and ticketed attendees on the Capitol grounds.

“We’re honored to be a part of this historic event,” said NSU director of bands William Beathea. “We are excited to represent Norfolk State University, and the students are looking forward to performing at the state capitol.”

The inauguration will be streamed on the Virginia General Assembly website.

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