Welcome to the School of Music Athletic and Concert Bands

Meet Dr. Stahl
student marching band drummer

The University of Kentucky Bands are part of the School of Music, offering three concert bands, the Wildcat Marching Band, and Basketball Pep Band. Ensembles are open to all students. If you do plan to major in music you must be accepted into the School of Music.

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Upcoming Events
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    Jun 4 - 6 2025
    CANCELED - Conducting Symposium '25

    Unfortunately the 2025 Conducting Symposium has been canceled. We hope to see you next year.

    The UK Conducting Symposium is designed for instrumental conductors and music educators of all…

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    Aug 30 2025 | 1 - 11:30pm
    Wildcat Marching Band Honor Day 2025

    Join the Sound of the Wildcats, the largest and most visible student experience at the University of Kentucky, for our annual WMB Honor Band Day! The event is open to all students in 9th - 12th…

Created 08/19/2021
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Last Updated 04/29/2025