Thom Hannum brings percussion performance expertise to Singapore
Hannum brought his expertise to the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, including an arrangement of Bartok’s “Music for Strings, Percussion and Celesta.”
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The Bash was a blast!
Over 100 alumni, friends, parents, and bandos joined the fun. We had amazing groups of alumni from the 80s, 90s (and today!), the 00s, and the 10s!
Concert Band premieres new work honoring George Parks
The UMass Concert Band features the world-premiere of “G.P.,” written in memory of former Minuteman Band director George Parks.
UMass’ Delta Delta chapter of Tau Beta Sigma named Grace and A. Frank Martin Chapter Leadership Finalist
Erika Pope, Tau Beta Sigma National Vice President for Communication & Recognition (2015-2017), announces the 13 chapter finalists for the 2015-2017 Grace and A. Frank Martin Chapter Leadership Award.Read More »UMass’ Delta Delta chapter of Tau Beta Sigma named Grace and A. Frank Martin Chapter Leadership Finalist
Now playing, band alumna performs in “Contemporary Color”
Contemporary Color is a performance event and now a major motion picture inspired by the phenomenon of color guard. Erika Jacob ’94 performs with Emanon.
Drumline alum Iain Moyer debuts new Vic Firth mallets
Vic Firth is pleased to announce the NEW Iain Moyer Corpsmaster® Signature series of mallets!
America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration
Happy Thanksgiving, all! Both the Minuteman Band and the Band Alumni, Parents, and Fans were simply impressed and thrilled with the day’s events.Read More »America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration
Christine Sirard ’90 dazzles fans through color & movement
Assistant Band Director & Visual Coordinator for the UMass Color Guard Christine Sirard ’90 dazzles fans through methodical movement.