Google News dutifully reports to me daily if it finds any mentions of "Michigan Marching Band". In mid-summer it isn't very exciting, but sometimes interesting/funny. So, look what it found on e-bay: Halftime Classics! And look, nobody ever opened the album, and it somehow traveled all the way to California. My favorite part is that it is listed as "rare".
When I see this album, I think of a LOT of stories. The first one that comes to mind is the Alto Saxes were too loud so GRC had each of them remove a sock and use it as a mute. I think I'll stop right there.
Jul 7, 2010
Jun 14, 2010
MMB 1950 in Yankee Stadium
M Victors (a blog about Michigan athletics) had this and other photos of the 1950 "Transcontinental" Michigan Marching Band. A trip to New York City and performance in Yankee Stadium was the East Coast part of the "transcontinental". So, let's go! BAND! TAKE THE BASEBALL FIELD! (though the announcer in 1950 didn't sound quite like that.) M VICTORS: Michigan Marching Band: 1950 Yankee Stadium Photos AND at the end of this post, see the New York Times clipping about the MMB.
May 5, 2010
Band Instrument Petting Zoo!
Ann Arbor elementary school students got a hands-on (and lips-on) preview of being in a band, thanks to Michigan Band members at the Kids Fair in April (see the last 8 paragraphs of the article.) The kids got to try out various brass instruments in a sort of "musical petting zoo".
This seems to be a great way to introduce young people to band instruments and start their dream of playing in a band some day. I think every high school and college band should do something like this regularly. What do you think?
This seems to be a great way to introduce young people to band instruments and start their dream of playing in a band some day. I think every high school and college band should do something like this regularly. What do you think?
Feb 13, 2010
The Most Famous MMB Photo
Here's an article from MICHIGAN TODAY about the famous photo of the Michigan Marching Band drum major which appeared in Life Magazine in 1950. I often thought of this photo when photographing the MMB and tried to capture moments like this.
In the late 1980's at homecoming I spoke to Dick Smith, the drum major in the photo. I recognized him because he was using the same baton he haad in the photo! We both thought it would be great to photograph him in the same spot, which had become the Yost Arena parking lot. We never did this, but I hope one of the other MMB photographers did.
In the late 1980's at homecoming I spoke to Dick Smith, the drum major in the photo. I recognized him because he was using the same baton he haad in the photo! We both thought it would be great to photograph him in the same spot, which had become the Yost Arena parking lot. We never did this, but I hope one of the other MMB photographers did.
Dec 2, 2009
10 Reasons to See the Michigan Marching Band Concert at Crisler Arena
Here's info on the MMB Crisler Arena Concert from the Michigan Marching Band E-newsletter:
The Univeristy of Michigan Marching Band will be performing in concert on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Crisler Concert in Ann Arbor. The show starts at 12:30 PM.
Tickets $10 for adults and $3 for children 11 and under. If your are in the Ann Arbor area you can get tickets in advance Revelli Hall.
Tickets will also be sold at the doors of Crisler Arena starting at 11:30 AM on the day of the performance.
Don't miss your last chance to hear the 2009 MMB, as they will perform highlights from halftime shows this year along with traditional Michigan favorites!
Intermission will feature the Drumline along with the Michigan Dance Team, who will give a special performance of their Competition Jazz routine.
You should go to see the Michigan Band at Crisler Arena because:
1. No football traffic!
2. You can sit right in front the the band and get the full impact of over 200 brass, woodwind and percussion instruments, LIVE!
3. You can take kids of ANY age to see this show. Really! No child has been born who can make noise louder than the Michigan Marching Band plays. And, kids love the band. Bring a carload of kids (your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews, neighbors!) and they will remember this forever.
4. It's fun!
5. The Drum Line!
6. The Flags!
7. The Twirlers!
8. Sing the Victors as loud as you want!
9. Hear all the music you missed because you weren't at the game
10. Last chance this year!
OK?! Be there Sunday at 11:30 am at Crisler Arena in Ann Arbor to get your tickets!
If you need to ask questions I suggest calling the band office at Revelli Hall (734) 764-0582
The Univeristy of Michigan Marching Band will be performing in concert on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Crisler Concert in Ann Arbor. The show starts at 12:30 PM.
Tickets $10 for adults and $3 for children 11 and under. If your are in the Ann Arbor area you can get tickets in advance Revelli Hall.
Tickets will also be sold at the doors of Crisler Arena starting at 11:30 AM on the day of the performance.
Don't miss your last chance to hear the 2009 MMB, as they will perform highlights from halftime shows this year along with traditional Michigan favorites!
Intermission will feature the Drumline along with the Michigan Dance Team, who will give a special performance of their Competition Jazz routine.
You should go to see the Michigan Band at Crisler Arena because:
1. No football traffic!
2. You can sit right in front the the band and get the full impact of over 200 brass, woodwind and percussion instruments, LIVE!
3. You can take kids of ANY age to see this show. Really! No child has been born who can make noise louder than the Michigan Marching Band plays. And, kids love the band. Bring a carload of kids (your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews, neighbors!) and they will remember this forever.
4. It's fun!
5. The Drum Line!
6. The Flags!
7. The Twirlers!
8. Sing the Victors as loud as you want!
9. Hear all the music you missed because you weren't at the game
10. Last chance this year!
OK?! Be there Sunday at 11:30 am at Crisler Arena in Ann Arbor to get your tickets!
If you need to ask questions I suggest calling the band office at Revelli Hall (734) 764-0582
Nov 22, 2009
NEW Michigan Marching Band CD "The Maize Album"
The November 21, 2009 Michigan Marching Band e-newsletter announced a new MMB CD:
"The Michigan Marching Band is pleased to announce the release of its newest compact disc, The Maize Album.
"Recorded during the 2007 - 2008 seasons under the direction of Scott Boerma, the album features traditional Michigan Marching Band favorites along with highlights from our halftime shows.
"You may order by mail by sending a check payable to the "University of Michigan" to:
The Maize Album
Revelli Hall - 350 East Hoover
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-3707
Include $20 per copy, plus $3 per disc for shipping and handling.
Your CD will be returned to you by first class mail."
"The Michigan Marching Band is pleased to announce the release of its newest compact disc, The Maize Album.
"Recorded during the 2007 - 2008 seasons under the direction of Scott Boerma, the album features traditional Michigan Marching Band favorites along with highlights from our halftime shows.
"You may order by mail by sending a check payable to the "University of Michigan" to:
The Maize Album
Revelli Hall - 350 East Hoover
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-3707
Include $20 per copy, plus $3 per disc for shipping and handling.
Your CD will be returned to you by first class mail."
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