"The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band

In October 2023, "The President's Own" United States Marine Band will tour the Midwest, performing free, public concerts in the following states: Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota and Wisconsin.

Since 17th Director John Philip Sousa was first granted permission to tour the country by President Benjamin Harrison in 1891, the Marine Band has delivered a White House experience from Washington, D.C., to the far-reaching corners of our nation. These special concerts have now grown into an experience shared across generations of Americans as well as a cherished tradition for families, veterans and music-lovers alike.

Marine Band Director Col. Jason Fettig has programmed musical selections in the style of the Sousa: Concertgoers can expect a mix of works including traditional band repertoire, Sousa marches, contemporary compositions, vocal and instrumental solos and a patriotic salute to the Armed Forces.

Contact Pat Page in the School of Music & Theatre for your free ticket by Friday, Oct. 27, or reserve your seat here.