The Battle Observer (Online Edition)
Congratulations to Counting CROs of Quintiles the Winners of the 2011 Triangle Battle of the Bands. And a tip of the hat to Shades of Blue of KeySource Bank the runners-up in a battle that will go down in the annals of history.
This year's Triangle Battle of the Bands raised more than $80,000 for local charity North Carolina Arts in Action. Learn more about NC Arts in Action
Congratulations to all of our bands who received metals of valor for their gallant efforts on the stage, in the crowd and in verse!
Visit our Facebook page to look back fondly on the battle and view photos of all the day's big events!
A New Year, A New Battle
In the four years of its existence, the Triangle Corporate Battle of the Bands has rocked Durham and raised more than $300,000 for local charities. This has not come without sacrifice. Heartstrings and guitar strings alike have been torn. Many a brow has been laced with sweat and, for an unfortunate few, blood has been shed at the bite of swiftly snapping instrument cases.
Still, this is no time to rest on our laurels. A new cause brings us to arms in 2011: North Carolina Arts in Action. They are a worthy organization that transforms the lives of children through participation in the arts. They engage children in dance activities in order to challenge their minds, strengthen their bodies and nurture their self-esteem. This year’s Battle will prove more dramatic than ever before. Yet our charity is deserving of the utmost loyalty and sacrifice. The time to stand is now! Join us in support of the cause, or take up your musical weapons and battle! DECLARE YOUR INTENT.
Battle Cotillion: Support the Cause! Enjoy an hors D'oeuvres or Deux. March 29, 2011 at 5:30PM in fabulous Bay 7 at the American Tobacco Campus.
All ladies and gentlemen of good breeding are coordially invited to the Glamabellum Ball. An evening of music, dance and polite debauchery. June 18, 2011 in the courtyard at the American Tobacco Campus.
Witness the Battle
Tickets on Sale Now!
$25 General Admission
(+ $2.00 processing fee)
$10 Student Admission (Valid ID required)
Click here to book at etix.com
VIP Tables are available
Each table seats 10 and is located in the premier VIP area close to the stage. At $1,000 per table, this is one of the most substantial ways you can help some very deserving children.
Download request form
Block Seating is available
Reserve 10 or more tickets and skip the processing fees.
Send requests to info@trianglebattle.com
Rank and File
Deep Pockets to the Front!
With great sacrifice comes great reward — your contribution just happens to be monetary. Find a level that suits you and enjoy putting your feet up on Battle day. Click here to support the Battle or to find more information on advertising in our Event Program.
Presenting Sponsor : $20,000
- 30 Premium Seats at event (3 VIP tables).
- Choice of:
- 2 inside full-page B&W ads in the Event Program.
- 4-color full-page back cover ad and 1 inside full-page B&W ad.
- Opportunity for your CEO to announce the official "Declaration of Battle."
- Verbal, on-stage recognition on the night of the event.
- Logo on the Triangle Corporate Battle of the Bands website.
- Name and logo in the Event Program and on event signage.
- Name and logo on promo poster and mention in all press releases and marketing materials.
Gold Sponsor : $10,000
- 20 Premium Seats at event (2 VIP tables).
- Full-page B&W ad, premium placement in the Event Program.
- Verbal, on-stage recognition on the night of the event.
- Logo on the Triangle Corporate Battle of the Bands website.
- Name and logo in the Event Program and on event signage.
- Name and logo on promo poster and mention in all press releases and marketing materials.
Silver Sponsor : $5,000
- 10 Premium Seats at event (1 VIP table).
- Half-page B&W ad, premium placement in the Event Program.
- Verbal, on-stage recognition on the night of the event.
- Logo on the Triangle Corporate Battle of the Bands website.
- Name and logo in the Event Program and on event signage.
Bronze Sponsor : $2,500
- 10 Premium Seats at the event (1 VIP table).
- Quarter-page B&W ad in the Event Program.
- Verbal, on-stage recognition on the night of the event.
- Logo on the Triangle Corporate Battle of the Bands website.
- Name and logo in the Event Program and on event signage.
Battle Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
- Wells Fargo
- Quintiles
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce
- American Institute of CPAs
- Durham Magazine
Bronze Sponsors
- Susan Griswold Herst, Broker/Partner, Urban Durham Realty
- Duke University Office of Durham and Regional Affairs
- Twiggs Beskind Strickland & Rabenau
- Castle Worldwide, Inc
- Scientific Properties
- Big Boss Brewing Company
- The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation
- SunTrust
- Eurosport
- Travel Management Partners
- Yelp
- Atlas Production Group
Honors of Valor
Their Battles Were Fleeting but Their Legendary Victories, Eternal
GlaxoSmithKline’s The Pharmers
(Benefiting SeeSaw Studio)
Burt’s Bees’ The Beemones
(Benefiting Communities in Schools of Durham)
Capitol Broadcasting Company’s Transmit This! Band from Beyond
(Benefiting The Center for Child & Family Health)
McKinney’s Role Playaz
(Benefiting Operation Literacy, Powered by the Hill Center)
These brave men and women who went before us blazed the path and taught us to fight with integrity, courage and purpose. It is for these pioneers of the battlefield that we forge on, and for all the victories waged before us that we hold steadfast in the belief that we, too, can emerge from the foggy field with our flag held high. And perhaps sell some merchandise. But mostly the flag thing.
Ask Emily
You Have Questions. She has Exceedingly Polite Answers.
Dear Emily,
Will I be embarrased on stage?
Dear Worried — You have nothing to fear. For many, going off to battle brings them to their finest hour. In this instance you have only 15 minutes, which may prove to be the perfect length of time for displaying your talents without exposing any ineptitude.
Dear Emily,
Why should my company join the ranks?
Dear Confounded — I might remind you that no battle was ever won in solitude. If your company should band together, its accomplishments could astound you. Aside from that, the cause we rally behind is greater than any victory. The question isn’t, “Why should we fight?” The question to ask is, “How can we not?”
Dear Emily,
How serious is this Battle?
Dear Apprehensive — This Battle is one of dramatic circumstance and epic consequence! Perhaps that’s a bit overstated; this is really about rallying behind the cause. The competition may be well-prepared, but nothing can rob you of the exhilaration of banding together with your fellow co-workers. If that doesn’t ease your mind, it might be worth noting that there will be awards given in a number of categories.
Dear Emily,
Who are the judges?
Dear Uninformed — There will be an astute panel of local celebrities judging every regiment. Those scores will be combined with votes from the audience of onlookers to determine the best of the Battle. There will also be awards in a variety of other categories. You, however, will want to win the Battle. That is where the whole “glory” part comes in.
Dear Emily,
Are you single?
Dear Curious — Better to ask me after the Battle.