The Sound of Southern Utah
- Thunderbird Marching Band
- SUU Sound Machine Basketball Bands
- SUU Independent Winter Guard (WGI, UCGC)
Our Mission
We, the TMB, march together with pride and determination to strengthen tradition and build community through performed excellence.
FAQ & Other Resources
No! More than 60% of our band is composed of non-music majors from disciplines across campus.
While many of our incoming students believe this when they first join, most find themselves having a lot of downtime once the school year begins. This is the perfect time to join organizations like the marching band. You won't regret it!
Yes! The marching band at SUU is one of the only organizations which pays its members. In addition, section leaders, drum majors, and student staff receive extra stipends within the SUU Athletic Bands.
There is nothing like being a part of a large group of diverse students working together towards a common goal. We perform great shows and represent the University at home and on away game trips. You will gain lifelong friendships and a love for SUU! #GoTBirds
The marching band meets Monday/Wednesday/Friday (4:00pm-6:00pm). The course title is MUSC 3200.
The Thunderbird Marching Band has placement auditions for all members of the group. Each member receives a stipend or scholarship, and must complete a placement audition video showcasing their skills on their instrument of choice. Winds and Percussion have small excerpts to play, and the color guard videos are more specialized. Info for these auditions can be found below.
2025 Fall Color Guard Audition due August 1st
2025 Wind and Drumline Audition due August 1st
- August 18th - Drumline/Colorguard/Leadership BEGIN
- August 19th - First Year Members Begin
- August 20th - Returning VET TMB Members Begin
- August 21st - FULL BAND
- August 22nd - FULL BAND
- August 23rd - FULL BAND
- August 24th - NO REHEARSAL
- August 25th - Drumline Bell-Tower Performance, FULL BAND Rehearsal (Evening)
- August 26th - SUU Tradition Time Annual Performance - AFEC (Morning)
- August 27th - FALL SEMESTER BEGINS!
Band Camp is mandatory for all members. However, if you have a previous engagement, we can be flexible. Contact Mr. Torres (davidtorres2@suu.edu).
Band Members are excused from ThunderU activities that coincide with Band Camp. We will give you time off for ThunderU on August 25th.
- SUU Drumline Technique Packet 2025: Introduction, Exercises, and Technique.
- Color Guard Packet (Coming Soon)
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