The 240-member Hawkeye Marching Band presents pregame and half-time shows at all Iowa home football games and at one or two away games each season. This band is one of the most visible ensembles in the School of Music and is the largest student organization on campus. Comprised of students from nearly every major within the University, this time-honored organization combines quality musicianship, Hawkeye spirit, pride and dedication to create their nationally renowned gridiron excitement. In addition to our 240 musicians, performances by the HMB include our drum major Chet Aliga, Golden Girl Chelsea Russell, and the award-winning Iowa Dance Team.

"We gain a significant advantage playing at home in familiar surroundings with friends, fans, and the band cheering us on!"
- Kirk Ferentz, Hawkeye Head Football Coach

Summer 2008 Auditionees: Call us (319-335-1635) prior to your Orientation visit to schedule a brief audition. HMB woodwind and brass auditions will be held in Halsey Hall, directly east of the IMU. Report to room W112 for your audition. For your convenience, you may drop off your instrument at W112 Halsey Hall anytime prior to your audition. We can provide a mellophone, baritone or tuba for you to use during your audition - just bring your own mouthpiece. Go to our audition page for more information.

Current members can download the HMB Camp and drumline audition informational mailing here.

FOOTBALL FANS! Join us for our game day Pregame Concerts. These free concerts are always held in the Recreation Building one hour and fifteen minutes prior to the scheduled kick-off. The HMB Drumline will "warm-up" outside the Recreation Building 30 minutes prior to our concert.