So, about 4 years ago, Dragon band adopted a JV and Varsity marching band structure. The varsity band is the competitive band and prepares the competitive show throughout the season. The JV band is open to all marching students who did not make a varsity show spot. The JV band marches a simpler show of more familiar music at football half time. The varsity band stands in blocks at the back of the field for musical support. JV band members can also volunteer for "crew" roles in the competitive show.
What other bands split themselves in a similar fashion?
Do you think it has helped or hurt the organization and how?
I'll hold my observations for a while so as to not bias the thread from the start.