University of Oklahoma Bands

Since 1904 the University of Oklahoma Bands have contributed to the collegiate spirit and cultural life on the Norman campus. The band program at OU provides enrichment for university events and serves as creative and emotional outlets for nearly 400 student-participants each year. We invite you to explore the rich history and tradition of the University of Oklahoma Bands. If you have any questions, you can contact us by clicking the link at the bottom of the navigation bar to the left.


Current Events

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November 14 Performance of God Bless America with the OU Choir.

Composer and Pianist, Carter Pann joins the The Symphony Band and Wind Symphony in “GAMES, DANCES, and CELEBRATIONS” on Monday, November 23, at 8:00 p.m. in Paul F. Sharp Concert Hall. Carter Pann and the Wind Symphony present the consortium premiere of Concerto Logic with Pann at the keyboard. The Wind Symphony also presents John Mackey’s newest composition for wind ensemble, Aurora Awakes, as well as Jacques Press’s spirited Wedding Dance from “Hasseneh Suite.” The Symphony Band program includes a new fanfare by Wataru Hokoyama, Armenian Dances by Aram Khachaturian, Allerseelen by Richard Strauss, and Easter Monday on the White House Lawn by John Philip Sousa. Tickets for the Sutton Series events are $ 8 for adults and $ 5 for all students, OU faculty, staff and senior adults. Fine Arts Box Office: 405-325-4101.

 

Check out the new technology: Panoramic interactive photos of a "Game Day with the Pride" provided by Mike Windham, President of New Spin 360, Inc.

Coming Soon: New Spin 360 Photos of the Symphony Band and Wind Symphony in Concert at Paul F. Sharp Concert Hall.

University of Oklahoma Solo and Ensemble Clinic February 13, 2010 Please join us on Saturday, February 13, for an opportunity to receive feedback on your solo or small ensemble from a member of the University of Oklahoma music faculty. More information and online registration will be available soon.

 

Attention current High School Junior and Senior band members! Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a member of the Pride of Oklahoma on Sooner Game Day? Do you want to be a Special Guest of the Pride? Now’s your chance to find out how! Click here for more information.
NOTE: We have reached our limit for this seasons Pride Guest Program. However, you may still apply to be placed on our waiting list.