Marching Band
Give to the Max Day
November 19 is Give to the Max Day. This year, you can support the Marching Band's goal of new uniforms. There is a 2-to-1 matching gift for all donations until the $25,000 goal is reached, doubling your impact for the Pride of Minnesota.
As one of the most exciting and visible organizations on campus, the Minnesota Marching Band enthusiastically supports the University's athletic programs and represents the University of Minnesota with pride at home and away. The marching band performs at all Gopher football home games and at the marching band's annual indoor concert.
Membership in the marching band is open to all interested students. The current band includes students from over 100 different majors and every college at the University. Like all ensembles, Marching Band must be taken for credit. Students will be notified when they can register for the class, MUS 3480. Note – Class registration priority is given to degree-seeking undergraduate students, with consideration given to other potential members once these spots are filled
If you would like to receive more information about Marching Band or Pep Band, please fill out the Marching Band Interest form.
Audition information
Interested in becoming a member of the Marching Band? Learn about the audition process.
2026 Brass and Woodwind auditions are now closed
2026 audition results were sent via email on the evening of June 22, 2026. If you auditioned and have not received your results, please check your spam / junk folder before emailing our office.
Marching Band Alumni
Stay connected to marching band through the Band Alumni Society connection form. Visit the University of Minnesota Band Alumni Society website.
Hire the Marching Band
If you're interested in hiring the marching band, fill out the marching band request form. The School of Music also supports athletic pep bands that play at a variety of regular season and post-season athletic events.