The “Solid Gold Sound” UCLA Marching Band is the largest and one of the most diverse organizations on the UCLA campus. 250+ members representing more than 100 majors in every College and School at UCLA perform for every home football game at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. Additionally, band members play at all UCLA Men’s Basketball and Women’s Basketball home games in historic Pauley Pavilion. Although many band members are majoring in music, a majority of students (~87%) are not music majors.
UCLA Bruin
Marching Band
"The Solid Gold Sound"
Audition/Membership Questions
How do I join?
ALL new and returning band members should fill out this form:
Woodwind and Brass: You will submit a brief audition video of yourself playing and upload it to this Google Drive. If you have any issues obtaining an instrument (e.g., tuba), please let us know.
Drumline and Color Guard: You will arrive one day early to Band Camp, during which the area coordinators will audition and place members. For more information, please reach out to Nicole Casino (Drumline) or Dixie Zapeta (Color Guard)
How much does it cost?
Absolutely nothing! There is no band membership fee or dues. We provide all uniform parts, including gloves and shoes. Additionally, all band members receive a Nike polo and shoes as a secondary uniform. We do ask members to provide a pair of khakis but encourage students to reach out if there are any affordability concerns.
What is the time commitment?
As one of the world’s leading research universities, we understand that students have rigorous courses of study and major requirements. We rehearse 3 days per week in the evenings (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) for 2 hours each day. Additionally, absences for class conflicts, exams, illness, and/or emergencies are excused. There are generally no full-band events on non-game weekends.
How does Band Camp work?
Do I register for Marching Band?
Yes. All students will receive a Permission to Enroll (PTE) number for MUSC 185H. Please contact a member of the band staff with any questions or concerns about course enrollment.
Assistant Professor - Director of Athletic Bands and Associate Director of Bands
Justin McManus Dr. Justin McManus (he/him) is director of athletic bands, associate director of bands, and assistant professor of music in the Herb Alpert School of Music at the University of California,…...
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Upcoming Performances
EXPLORE ALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC EVENTS
Apr 21 Tue
7:00pm
Free
Free
Immigrant Songs: Yiddish Theater and the American Jewish Experience
Join us for the premiere screening of the Milken Archive of Jewish Music’s new documentary film, “Immigrant Songs: Yiddish Theater and the American Jewish Experience,” introduced by Mike Burstyn and...
Apr 23 Thu
7:00pm
Free
Free
classical, world-music
Khachatur Avetisyan's 100th Anniversary and Armenian Genocide Commemoration In observance of the Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day, the Armenian Music Program hosts special guest musicians from Armenia and the LA Armenian community in this concert commemorating the 100th anniversary...
Schoenberg Hall Learn More
Apr 25 Sat
1:00pm
Free
Free
student-recital
Dani Santana, Bassoon Senior Recital …...
Ensemble Room: Ostin Music Center Learn More
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