University of New Hampshire Bands

Accepted Students

Have you been accepted to UNH? Congratulations! Click here to read about performance opportunities for both majors and non-majors.
2013 Wildcat Marching Band

Join the 2013 Wildcat Marching Band!
Beast of the East Band

The Beast of the East band supports our Men's and Women's Hockey and Basketball teams and welcomes all students who play a band instrument. Find out more!
Concert Ensembles

With three concert bands, we have opportunities for all students who would like to continue playing in college. Click the image for more information.
2013 UNH Band Day

UNH Band Day returns in 2013! Click for more information and to register your band.

WMB Drumline Auditions

Starting this season, the UNH Wildcat Marching Band drumline will hold placement auditions in July. Since this is a pilot program, we may have some bugs to work out, but it will be worth it to know what you'll be playing before you show up the first day! As it has been in the past, both veterans and new members are expected to audition.

Auditions will be held on Sunday, July 29th, starting at noon. Following auditions, we will also have a mini-clinic, to give everyone a chance to play together for the first time. This will last approximately an hour. This will all precede the annual "Open Band Room" for the full WMB. While the clinic and open band room are optional, we do hope you'll plan to stick around and make a day of your visit. It will also be a great chance to meet people.

Join the Pep Band

2012-2013 Information

Do you want to be a part of one of the most spirited organizations on campus? Do you want to be a vital part of UNH sporting events? Become a member of the Beast of the East Pep Band!

You’ll be assigned to one of three bands: Blue, White, Silver

Each band is assigned to 1/3 of our games. You can get a sub from another band if you can't make an assigned game. Attending assigned games, volunteering at other games, and subbing for other bands earn you points toward post-season travel.

Join the Pep Band

2012-2013 Information

Do you want to be a part of one of the most spirited organizations on campus? Do you want to be a vital part of UNH sporting events? Become a member of the Beast of the East Pep Band!

You’ll be assigned to one of three bands: Blue, White, Silver

Each band is assigned to 1/3 of our games. You can get a sub from another band if you can't make an assigned game. Attending assigned games, volunteering at other games, and subbing for other bands earn you points toward post-season travel.

Accepted Students

Acceptance letter Congratulations on your acceptance to UNH! We're looking forward to having you with us this fall and hope you'll join one or more of the bands. Our ensembles are not just for music majors! In fact, the Wildcat Marching Band, Beast of the East Band, and Concert Band are made up primarily of non-music majors. If you want to perform, we have a place for you.

Wondering what to do next? Read on!

Join a Band!

Find out how to join each of the UNH Bands by clicking "JOIN!" at the top of the page. The UNH Bands are open to all students, regardless of major. Some groups require an audition. You can find information about auditions on the "JOIN!" page. The deadline to sign up for the Wildcat Marching Band is Monday, July 23rd, so we can assure your housing will be available for Band Camp. The 2013 WMB Band Camp starts on Tuesday, August 20th (Sunday, August 18th for Colorguard, Drumline, and WMB Council members).