If you’ve ever been to a college football game, especially on a campus with a great party scene, then you’ll know how integral the marching band is to the culture. Just because it’s halftime doesn’t mean the action on the field stops. Instead of leaving for a refill or getting in line for the restroom, you’ll want to stay seated at the break for the marching band halftime performance.
The best college marching bands bring a refined and impressive level of showmanship to the field. Not only do members have to memorize their music and perform it at a high level, they also have to focus on hitting mark after mark as they move across the field. Some marching bands even prepare intricate and technical performances, meaning each member of the band has to be in perfect step.
If you were involved with band in high school, then chances are you’ll want to continue into your college career. Lucky for you, there are many colleges with marching bands to choose from. Plus, each of these bands has a long and rich history of musical excellence.
While assembling this list, we paid attention to specific factors, like:
- Marching Band Size and Membership
- Crowd Enthusiasm and College Football Presence on Campus
- Level of Showmanship
- Level of Musicianship
- National Recognition and Awards (such as the Sudler Trophy)
- Historical Significance and Tradition
However, it is important to note that this list reflects our editorial picks and is not a strict ranking from best to worst. Every band on this list represents the very best of collegiate marching tradition.
So, tune up your instruments and grab your Dinkles marching shoes. It’s time to review 20 of the best college marching bands.
20 Best College Marching Bands
1) Band of the Fighting Irish – University of Notre Dame
Founded in 1845, the Band of the Fighting Irish holds the distinction of being the oldest college marching band in continuous existence in the United States. The band has performed at every Notre Dame home football game since the football program began in 1887, and it was declared a “Landmark of American Music” by the National Music Council in 1976. With approximately 375 members today, the band is composed of students from Notre Dame, Saint Mary’s College, and Holy Cross College, making it one of the few college bands that draws from multiple institutions.
Each home football Saturday, the band is led onto the field by the celebrated Irish Guard, a precision marching unit formed in 1949 whose members wear kilts patterned in a custom Notre Dame plaid. The band’s signature “Notre Dame Victory March,” written in 1908 by alumni brothers Father Michael Shea and John Shea, is widely considered one of the most recognizable college fight songs in the country.
How to Join:
- Students first sign up to audition through an online form
- A select excerpt of music is sent to prospective students during the summer to practice
- Further instruction is provided through email
- Students attend band camp to complete their auditions, where the welcoming “Band Buddy” system pairs new members with returning members who serve as mentors and guides
2) Ohio State University Marching Band
More than likely, you are familiar with this college’s musicianship and showmanship on the football field. Founded in 1878 as a student-led fife and drum corps for the university’s ROTC program, the Ohio State University Marching Band is known for fun formations, high energy, and traditions like “dotting the i” in Script Ohio, a routine that the band first performed in 1936.
Also known as “The Best Damn Band in the Land” (a nickname coined by legendary head coach Woody Hayes), this 228-member ensemble is the largest all-brass-and-percussion marching band in the world. The band is credited with numerous marching innovations, including floating and animated formations that create optical illusions when viewed from above, script writing, and the fast cadence with a high knee lift. Hang On Sloopy has been a fourth-quarter tradition since 1965, and in 2014 the band became one of the first to use iPads to learn music and formations.
How to Join:
- Students must audition over a two-day process
- Auditions consist of both music and marching components, evaluated separately
- For music: students must practice and perfect their scales (both chromatic and major), be prepared to play selected exercises, school songs, and sight-read. Prepared music is emailed three weeks in advance
- Evaluation is based on overall musicianship, including tone quality, rhythmic accuracy, and preparedness
- For marching: students must be familiar with the fundamentals of the school’s marching style based on their particular instrumentation, including basic posture such as the Attention Position, At Ease position, and Instrument Playing Position
Currently, the marching band consists of only brass and percussion instruments. However, woodwind players can join the Athletic Band, which is an open-enrollment ensemble that performs at various sporting events. A smaller, auditioned group performs at men’s basketball games.
3) USC Trojan Marching Band
Known as “The Spirit of Troy” and “Hollywood’s Band,” the USC marching band started shortly after the university’s founding in 1880 and has grown into one of the most visible college bands in the country. The band has appeared at the Rose Bowl 34 times, more than any other college band, and has attended over 450 consecutive USC football games at home or on the road since 1987. The band’s large music repertoire features Top 40 hits and instantly recognizable pop music, and members are known for their iconic Trojan helmets and sunglasses.
The Spirit of Troy has performed in 19 countries on six continents, including at the Great Wall of China and the Roman Colosseum, and has appeared in films such as Forrest Gump and The Naked Gun, as well as Olivia Rodrigo’s SOUR Prom concert film. The band was famously featured on Fleetwood Mac’s 1979 platinum album playing the song “Tusk.” Longtime director Arthur C. Bartner led the band for 50 years until his retirement, leaving an enormous footprint on the program.
How to Join:
- Interested students must complete a Band Camp Reply Form, which is sent the summer prior to joining the band
- There are no initial costs to join the marching band
- Percussionists must audition the first day of drumline band camp, which takes place two days before the general band camp
- Other instrumentation sections do not require auditions
- Twirler, Song, and Spirit auditions are held during the spring semester (typically mid-April)
This band marches the following instruments: Flute and Piccolo, Clarinet, Alto and Tenor Saxophone, Mellophone, Trumpet, Trombone, and Sousaphone. For percussion, there are Snare, Quad, and Bass drums and cymbals. Tall flags (color guard and auxiliary) also march with the band. During the fall semester, students can expect to practice about three times per week during evening rehearsals, plus Saturdays before designated football games.
4) Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band – Texas A&M
The largest military marching band in the United States, the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band is known for its precision military marching formations. With over 400 members from the school’s Corps of Cadets, the band operates under strict military guidelines and has been performing since 1894, when Joseph Holick founded it with just 13 volunteers. Also known as the “Noble Men of Kyle,” the band performs at all home football games and is famous for its complex straight-line marching maneuvers performed exclusively to traditional marches, including the iconic Block T formation.
The Aggie Band received the Sudler Trophy from the John Philip Sousa Foundation in 2001 in recognition of its sustained excellence, and that same year marched in the inaugural parade of President George W. Bush, an A&M alumnus. Members eat together, sleep in the same dormitories, and practice up to forty hours per week on top of a full academic schedule.
How to Join:
- All prospective members must have had both high school playing and prior marching band experience
- An audition with a band director is required
- In the audition, students will play a prepared piece of music
- Students must also be prepared to sight-read
Students play instruments including Piccolo and Flute, Clarinet, Alto and Tenor Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone (Bass and Treble Clefs), Bass, and Drums. Rehearsals take place Monday through Friday from 7:00 to 8:30 AM. Because of the student dedication, it’s no wonder this school offers one of the best college marching bands in the country.
5) Pride of the Southland Band – University of Tennessee
Organized in 1869 as a small all-cornet corps of male cadets in the Military Department, the Pride of the Southland Band has grown into a 350-member ensemble (with rosters that can reach 400 or more in some seasons) known worldwide for outstanding musical performance and precision marching. The band has marched in 15 U.S. Presidential inaugural parades, more than any other civilian organization, beginning with Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953. The Pride has also appeared at more than 50 bowl games and has performed internationally in Dublin, Ireland, and London.
The band’s many traditions include the famous “T” formation, the “Salute to the Hill” pregame, the circle drill, and a stirring rendition of “Rocky Top” that has become inseparable from Tennessee football. Their band camp typically begins in early August, prior to the fall semester, during which time new members can move into their dorms during band camp week.
How to Join:
- Auditions can be held either online or in-person
- Anyone can join the band; members do not have to be music majors. However, new members who are non-majors must submit a video audition tape
- For video auditions (Brass and Woodwind): students must first provide verbal information including name, hometown, high school, music selections, a memorable band moment, and why they want to join the marching band
- Next, students will demonstrate their musicianship: play a 1-octave chromatic scale, then one technical and one lyrical excerpt, each 2 to 3 minutes long
- Submit the completed form along with the video
- Drumline non-majors submit a video audition first, then finish their audition live during band camp. For drumline, students must complete a snare drum solo of 2 to 5 minutes and an optional mallet solo of 2 to 5 minutes
- Color Guard and majorette auditions follow separate procedures
After they are accepted into the band, students can expect a regimented practicing schedule. Rehearsals happen three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons from 3:35 to 5:30 PM.
6) Marching 100 – Florida A&M University
Few college bands have shaped marching band culture the way Florida A&M’s Marching 100 has. Founded in 1892 and developed into a national phenomenon under legendary director Dr. William P. Foster (who led the band for 52 years starting in 1946), the Marching 100 is credited with over 30 innovations that have become standard operating procedures for high school and collegiate marching bands across the country. In 1985, the band became the fourth in America (and the first HBCU) to receive the Sudler Trophy, the highest honor a college marching band can receive.
The Marching 100 has performed at five Super Bowls, three presidential inaugural parades, the Summer Olympics, the Grammy Awards, the Louvre, and in Paris for the bicentennial of the French Revolution. In 2024 the band was crowned Band of the Year at the Celebration Bowl, and in 2025 the Marching 100 performed at Coachella and named its first female head drum major in band history.
How to Join:
- Prospective members must complete the FAMU band interest form and the official application
- All instrumentalists must audition, either in-person or via submitted video
- Auditions include scales, prepared excerpts, and sight-reading
- Band camp in late summer is required for all new and returning members
- Auxiliary units (dancers, twirlers, color guard) follow separate audition procedures
7) Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band – Stanford
With a fun and irreverent atmosphere, the Stanford University marching band, known as LSJUMB and founded in 1893, is famous as the self-proclaimed “World’s Largest Rock ‘n Roll Band.” Members are known for wearing outfits or costumes while they play, and the band is celebrated for its sense of humor, scatter-formation marching (rather than traditional precision marching), and its irreverent halftime shows scripted by a group called the Stanford Marching Unit Thinkers. Choreography is incorporated into performances for an extra level of showmanship.
The Stanford Tree, the band’s unofficial mascot, is one of the most recognizable symbols in college sports. The band’s antics have made it both beloved and occasionally controversial, with various suspensions and bans throughout its history. There is no attendance requirement for the band, so students can participate as much or as little as they want. No prior experience is necessary, and the school provides all instruments, uniforms, music, and instructors for total beginners. Rehearsals take place every Monday at 7:00 PM.
How to Join:
- Since no prior experience is necessary, students only need to fill out an application form to confirm their interest
8) Michigan Marching Band
Dating back to 1896 when Harry dePont organized a 22-member university band, the Michigan Marching Band has a long and rich history and has grown to more than 485 members today. The band performs at all home games in the Big House, travels for select away games to stadiums at Michigan State, Ohio State, and Notre Dame, and has a tradition of international travel that has included recent excursions to Munich, Germany and Innviertel, Austria, where they performed at festival openings and with professional symphonic orchestras.
The Victors, written in 1898 by U-M student Louis Elbel, is one of the most famous fight songs in college sports and was once described by John Philip Sousa as “the greatest college fight song ever written.”
How to Join:
- The audition typically starts at the beginning of May
- Applicants can submit their audition by video or complete it in-person
- For Instrumentation (Woodwinds and Brass): play a chromatic scale (up and down) that best demonstrates your range, and prepare between 2 and 4 minutes of music that includes contrasting styles. It is recommended to prepare either a classical or jazz selection
- For Drumline: Drum Tech is the start of the audition process. During Drum Tech rehearsal, students participate with new and returning members in the spring semester, and students also participate in summer drumline rehearsals
- Flags and Twirlers have different audition requirements
Once accepted, students should be prepared for the time commitment. Rehearsals happen Monday through Thursday from 4:45 to 6:15 PM, and these practices are open to the public. Friday rehearsals are closed to the public.
9) Sonic Boom of the South – Jackson State University
Originally founded in the 1940s under Frederick D. Hall and given its current name in 1971 by students in the band, the Sonic Boom of the South is one of the most influential HBCU marching bands in the country. The 300-plus member ensemble is famous for its signature “Tiger Run-On,” its theme song “Get Ready,” and the Prancing J-Settes dance team.
In February 2024, the Sonic Boom of the South performed at Super Bowl LVIII halftime alongside Usher, Alicia Keys, Lil Jon, and Ludacris, making Jackson State the latest HBCU band to play a Super Bowl halftime show. The band also performed at the January 2021 inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris and has appeared on the NCAA Football 2005 video game cover, ABC’s Nightline, and various NFL halftime shows.
How to Join:
- Students must complete the JSU band application and interest form
- Auditions evaluate instrumental skill, marching ability, and showmanship
- Mandatory band camp in late July and early August before the fall semester
- Dance team (J-Settes) auditions follow separate procedures
10) Golden Band from Tigerland – Louisiana State University
The LSU Tiger Marching Band, known as the Golden Band from Tigerland, began as a military band in 1893 organized by two students, Wylie M. Barrow and Ruffin G. Pleasant. Today the 325-member ensemble is a Sudler Trophy winner, a Grammy-nominated organization, and an inductee in the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. The band is best known across college football for the first four notes of its pregame salute that sound in Tiger Stadium on Saturday nights, sending chills through Louisiana fans and dread through visiting teams.
Director William F. Swor introduced the dramatic pregame entrance routine in 1964, combining “Hold That Tiger” with “Touchdown for LSU” and ending with the band forming a tunnel for the football team’s entrance. The drill design and musical selections remain relatively unchanged today. The band uses a more traditional style of marching (called the “peak step”) that requires members to lift their legs to mid-calf as they march.
How to Join:
- All Tiger Band members enroll in MUS 4250, an accredited one-hour course
- Auditions held in the spring and summer prior to fall semester
- Members of the Tiger Band, including LSU Drumline, LSU Colorguard, and LSU Golden Girls, receive a $1,000 service award stipend
- Mandatory band camp in late August
11) All-American Marching Band – Purdue University
Established in 1886, Purdue’s All-American Marching Band has an extensive history and is home to The World’s Largest Drum, a centerpiece bass drum on a steel-carriage frame originally constructed in 1921 by the Leedy Manufacturing Company. The drum is 7 feet 3 inches in diameter, weighs 315 pounds on its own, and 565 pounds with its carriage. While larger drums have since been built (Texas’s Big Bertha II claimed the world’s largest title in 2022), Purdue’s drum retains its legendary name and is operated by a six-person Big Bass Drum Crew that performs tricks during games.
The All-American Marching Band became the first band to break standard marching patterns and form pictorial formations on the field, reportedly inspired by a flock of birds flying in a V formation in 1907. The band has performed internationally in countries including China, Ireland, and Colombia, and is still committed to providing domestic and international traveling opportunities for students.
How to Join:
- Students will prepare assigned excerpts, based on their designated instrumentation
- Music includes fight songs, school songs, and popular, general fanfare
- Students must sign up for auditions prior to the fall semester
- Later in the summer, generally the week before school begins, students participate in band camp
Purdue is also home to the Boiler Brass, one of the few volleyball pep bands in the country.
12) Million Dollar Band – University of Alabama
Founded in 1912 as simply the “Alabama Band” and given its iconic nickname after an alumnus reportedly remarked that the band was the only thing worth a million dollars at Alabama, the Million Dollar Band has grown into one of the SEC’s most recognizable musical organizations. With over 400 members, the Crimson Tide’s marching band received the Sudler Trophy in 2003 in recognition of its excellence.
The band performs at every home and neutral-site Alabama football game, plus pep bands at away games and home basketball, gymnastics, and volleyball games. The pregame show, including “The Big Bama Spell Out” and the elephant formation set to “Tusk,” has become one of the most iconic in college football. Director Dr. Kenneth Ozzello, who took over in 2003, has cemented the corps marching style as a signature of the program.
How to Join:
- Auditions held in spring for the following fall season
- Both in-person and recorded video submissions accepted
- Mandatory band camp in mid-August before fall classes
- Color guard and Crimsonettes (majorettes) follow separate audition procedures
13) University of Wisconsin-Madison Marching Band
Jump Around! The University of Wisconsin-Madison marching band, founded in 1885 and now 240 members strong, performs in Camp Randall Stadium, which seats more than 80,000 fans during home football games. Fans are welcome to stay after the game ends to watch the marching band perform its famous 5th Quarter celebration, a post-game performance that began around 1977 under longtime director Mike Leckrone (who served at Wisconsin for 50 years) and routinely keeps 30,000 to 40,000 fans in their seats for as long as 45 minutes after the game ends.
This marching band is well-traveled, having performed internationally in Tokyo as well as domestically in cities like Tampa, San Antonio, and New York City. The band has also made multiple appearances at the Rose Bowl.
How to Join:
- Prospective members must join Reg Week on the UW-Madison campus
- During Reg Week, marching auditions take place. Students learn the fundamentals on site
- Drumline applicants must attend at least one free summer clinic and have all material prepared from the Marching Percussion Handbook
- Brass and Woodwinds applications must have prepared: chromatic scale (as much range as possible), C major scale (two octaves, if possible), A-flat major scale (two octaves, if possible), and one technical and one lyrical excerpt
This marching band does not have flutes or piccolos, although flute players may audition on flute to demonstrate musical ability. Additionally, only alto saxophones march, and mellophone players may audition using a French horn or trumpet.
14) Longhorn Band – University of Texas
Performing at home football games, bowl games, pep rallies, and more, the Longhorn Band continues a long tradition of excellence dating back to 1900. The band famously features Big Bertha II, which became the world’s largest bass drum upon its 2022 introduction at 9.5 feet in diameter, eclipsing Purdue’s previous claim to the title. The original Big Bertha drum was retired after 100 years of service. The band also makes special appearances at many campus and community events, including special halftime performances with the Longhorn Alumni Band.
How to Join:
- Students must declare their interest by filling out a Prospective Member Audition Form
- Students will complete a videoed audition tape, with deadlines varying by instrumentation or Color Guard (typically due between April 30 and July 1)
- Woodwind/Brass, Percussion, and Color Guard requirements for tapes vary
- All students must attend a Marching Summer Clinic, held in cities around Texas including Houston, Austin, San Antonio, and the Rio Grande Valley
- Students must register for the Longhorn Band course as part of the fall semester curriculum (undergraduate and graduate students can enroll)
- All students must participate in Band Week, typically held in mid-August
Students looking to join this marching band must be aware that the commitment doesn’t end in the fall semester. The Longhorn Band is year-round. For the spring semester, students must join either the concert band, jazz ensemble, or color guard. During the fall semester, rehearsals are held on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, plus pre-kickoff rehearsals on game days.
15) Penn State Blue Band
This marching band has been around since 1899, when student George Herbert Deike formed a six-member drum and bugle corps as part of Penn State’s Cadet Band. With trademark drills, honed instrumentals, and visual precision, the Blue Band has grown to roughly 310 members and is a staple of Beaver Stadium gameday traditions and the Floating Lions pregame routine. The band joined the Big Ten band program and added marching as part of the audition process under longtime director Ned Deihl, and was awarded the Sudler Trophy under former director Richard Bundy.
As part of recruitment, the Penn State Blue Band hosts high school bands, giving prospective Penn State students the opportunity to perform inside Beaver Stadium during the annual Blue-White game. Prospective high school students can also join the Blue Band high school summer clinic to get a sense of what it’s like to perform with the marching band.
How to Join:
- New and returning members must audition annually
- The first round of auditions is completed via video submission
- Students must complete an online form indicating their interests and their first, second (optional), and third preferences for section selection
- More specific information about preparing auditions will be emailed
- Successful applicants will then be invited to the Blue Band Camp in August
- The marching portion of the audition will be held in-person at the Blue Band Camp
- Majorettes and Silks (Color Guard) are also eligible to complete a video audition
16) Hawkeye Marching Band – University of Iowa
Founded on September 14, 1881, the Hawkeye Marching Band celebrates 145 years of musical excellence in 2026. The band was awarded the Louis Sudler Intercollegiate Marching Band Trophy in 1990, generally considered the most prestigious honor a collegiate marching band can receive. Today, with approximately 285 to 300 members, the band performs at all home Hawkeye football games inside Kinnick Stadium for crowds of over 70,000 fans. The band is joined by the drum major, the school’s feature twirler, and the Iowa Dance team during halftime performances.
How to Join:
- Auditions can be held either through video submission or in-person
- For instrumentation (woodwinds and brass): prepare an ascending chromatic scale, play a prepared etude following proper instructions for tempo, style, and dynamics. Etudes are provided by the school
- Perform “On Iowa”
- Be prepared to sight-read
- Drumline auditions will be first held through two clinics in early June
- An official audition will be held in late June
- For selected members, a day camp is required in July
17) Marching 110 – Ohio University
Dubbed “The Most Exciting Band in the Land,” this 225-member marching band was founded in 1923 and gets its name from the original number of members. Of course, the program has grown significantly since then. Since its inception, this program has built a long and impressive performance résumé, from over 40 NFL halftime shows to Carnegie Hall and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The Marching 110 is also known for its high-energy choreography and rock and pop song arrangements, which set it apart from many traditional Big Ten and SEC bands.
How to Join:
- Students will submit one audition video via YouTube
- This video will contain both music and visual requirements
- Students who are selected will receive an email with their official acceptance
- Students will participate in Training Week, required for all members, in late August
- Woodwinds and Brass will need to complete scales, lyrical and technical song exercises, and a prepared excerpt
- Percussion will participate in two in-person clinics prior to audition videos
18) Marching Royal Dukes – James Madison University
One of the newer marching programs on this list, the JMU Marching Royal Dukes have quickly gained traction with strong student interest in the program. JMU football began in 1972, and the marching band’s formation was right behind. In this 475-member band, most students are non-music majors. The marching band performs at every home football game and also has an active off-campus schedule, including performances at NFL games in Pittsburgh, Washington, and Baltimore.
How to Join:
- The Marching Royal Dukes are open to all students, but incoming students should indicate their interest by May
- Percussionists and Color Guard must audition
- For percussion: a video audition must be submitted by early June, and students must also attend in-person try-outs in July
- For guard: a video must be submitted in early June, and students must attend a full-day in-person audition in late June. Basic fundamentals must be demonstrated
Once students have joined the program, they can expect a hearty practice schedule. Rehearsals take place Monday through Friday from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. On Saturdays before game days, rehearsals are held from 8:00 to 11:00 AM as needed.
19) Human Jukebox – Southern University
Founded in 1947 by T. Leroy Davis and given its current name in 1969 under legendary director Dr. Isaac Greggs (who led the band for 36 years), the Human Jukebox is one of the most celebrated HBCU marching bands in the country. The 215-member band has performed at six Super Bowls, presidential inaugurations (including President Bill Clinton’s 1997 inaugural), the Rose Parade in both 1980 and 2019, the Bermuda Day Parade, and Floyd Mayweather’s grand entrance for the Mayweather-Pacquiao fight in 2015. In 2002, the band beat more than 20 college bands to win Motown Records’ marching band competition and the $10,000 grand prize.
The Human Jukebox is famously paired with the Fabulous Dancing Dolls, who performed with Madonna during her Super Bowl XLVI halftime show in 2012 and were featured in Beyoncé’s HΘMΣCΘMING Netflix documentary in 2019. The annual Bayou Classic showdown with Grambling State’s World Famed Tiger Marching Band is one of the most anticipated traditions in HBCU football.
How to Join:
- First, students must complete an interest form
- Next, students schedule an audition and prepare
- With the opportunity to earn scholarships, students are judged on musicianship, good standing with high school band programs, and proficiency in their instrumentation
- There are four levels of scholarship: Top-Tier, Above Moderate, Moderate, and Band Participation Only Member
Interested students participate in Summer Band and Dance Team camps in mid-June.
20) World Famed Tiger Marching Band – Grambling State University
Founded in 1926, the World Famed Tiger Marching Band celebrates its centennial in 2026. Grambling’s band is among the most decorated HBCU marching bands in the nation, having performed at six Super Bowls and at presidential inaugural parades. In 2025, Dr. Nikole Roebuck was named the first woman to hold the position of Director of Bands at Grambling State, a milestone moment for the program. The band is best known for its electrifying Friday night Battle of the Bands against Southern’s Human Jukebox during Bayou Classic weekend in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, a tradition that draws tens of thousands of alumni and fans and is broadcast nationally on NBC.
In 2021, the World Famed Tiger Marching Band became the first marching band to perform at a Raiders game at Allegiant Stadium, and in 2025 the band returned to Las Vegas as a featured act at the inaugural P&G Las Vegas HBCU Classic.
How to Join:
- Students must complete the Grambling band interest form and the official band application
- Auditions evaluate musicianship, sight-reading, and marching fundamentals
- Mandatory summer band camp before the fall semester
- Orchesis Dance Company and Dynamic Class Drill Squad auditions follow separate procedures
Best College Marching Bands – In Review
Located on beautiful campuses in many wonderful cities, the best college marching bands are luckily not few and far between. And even if you’re not musically inclined, there are still opportunities for you to join in on the fun as a member of the color guard or as a majorette.
No matter how you’re involved with the marching band, one thing is for sure. You must be dedicated to the rigorous practice schedule and be aware of the time commitment. However, the payoff is a lot of fun, lasting friendships with your fellow band members, and the opportunity to make the most out of your college experience.
