Sacramento State Marching Band

From football games at Sacramento State each fall to the greater community all year round, the Sac State Marching Band is the largest and loudest spirit organization on the Sacramento State campus. The Marching Band rehearses during the fall semester, MWF 3:30-5:50 p.m. Sac State Students enroll in MUSC 142M for credit. All students in good academic standing receive priority registration.

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Participation Info

All musicians can join the marching band, regardless of marching experience! Auditions for the color guard, battery, and front ensemble are typically held each August before the start of band camp. There are no auditions for the winds and brass, though part placement auditions may be held.

The Marching Band follows the strict Code of Conduct rules adopted by the University.

While most of our members are students at Sac State, we also draw members from other local colleges. If you are not a Sac State student, you need to be approved as a University Volunteer prior to joining us. This process is outlined on the School of Music Community Info page. NOTE: volunteers in the marching band music be 18 or older.

Fees:

Enrollment/participation in University ensembles requires paying the School of Music's $40 Service Fee, which helps pay for supplies used by various areas in the department. It also entitles you to:

borrow an instrument for the semester (if needed)
the usage of a locker in Capistrano Hall
use of the practice rooms (for Sac State students only - key checkout required)
free admission to most School of Music events for enrolled students (see the FREE Tickets section of the Student Resources Page for info)

You may also be required to pay a Marching Band Club membership fee:

Sac State Students $40
Non-Sac State Students $50

Fall 2025 Performance Schedule

Date	Event
Sat., Sept. 13	Home Football vs. Mercyhurst
Sat., Sept. 20	Home Football vs. Central Arkansas
Sat., Sept. 27	Home Football vs. Cal Poly
Sat., Oct. 18	Home Football vs. Northern Colorado
Fri., Oct. 24	Home Football vs. Montana (7:30pm)
Sat., Nov. 15	Home Football vs. Idaho
Sat., Nov. 22	Football @ UC Davis