In 1921, Paul ‘Spotts’ Emrick decided that the “All-American” Marching Band needed something to set them apart from other bands. Emrick’s idea called for a bass drum larger than any other. The idea ...

Drumline spots are awarded to members based on playing, learning and marching ability. We did have a tri-tom line from 2002 to 2011. In 2001, we had 12 snares, 7 quads, 8 basses and 12 cymbals. We ...

Membership in the Bronco Marching Band and the Bronco Drumline is open to all interested students. Like all other band ensembles, marching band is an academic class taken for credit. All interested ...

The Purdue “All-American” Marching Band is pleased to announce the appointment of Victoria Knott and Calder Feit as our 2025-26 Drum Majors. Victoria plays quads in the drumline and Calder plays ...