Question
The “Sonic Boom of the South,” the “Human Jukebox,” and other musical ensembles sponsored by these institutions perform at an exhibition nicknamed “the Honda.” For 10 points each:
[10e] Beyoncé’s Coachella 2018 headlining performance, which featured hoodies with Greek letters in an homage to the Divine Nine, was inspired by marching bands sponsored by what institutions at the Bayou Classic?
ANSWER: HBCUs [or Historically Black Colleges and Universities; accept HBCU bands; prompt on universities or colleges or schools]
[10m] As depicted in her film Homecoming, these HBCU band dancers made up the front line of Beyoncé’s Coachella troupe. This term refers to dancers who mix styles like jazz, hip-hop, and cabaret, often while twirling batons.
ANSWER: majorettes [reject “majors”]
[10h] Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” music video is an homage to this style popular in gay Black dance. Dancers in tight bodysuits perform “bucking” moves in this style, which derives from the Sonic Boom’s “Prancing” majorettes.
ANSWER: J-setting [or J-Sette; or Prancing J-Settes]
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Summary
| 2024 Chicago Open | 07/28/2024 | Y | 15 | 12.00 | 93% | 27% | 0% |