The Vanderbilt University Band program is one of the largest and most diverse student activities at Vanderbilt University. The University Band program includes five performing ensembles with members hailing from 34 states majoring in 40 different fields in all undergraduate and graduate academic schools at Vanderbilt.

Our premier ensemble, the "Spirit of Gold," is a 150-member performing unit adding music and pageantry to the excitement of Commodore Football.

MEMBERSHIP is open to all Vanderbilt students as well as students from other Nashville-area colleges, including Belmont, Lipscomb, Trevecca, and Fisk Universities.
AUDITIONS are held at BAND CAMP for all sections.
SCHOLARSHIPS are awarded to all "Spirit of Gold" members who successfully complete the season.
COST: There are no required costs for uniforms, instruments, music or travel. "Spirit of Gold" Members are responsible for providing their own black MARCHING shoes.
REHEARSALS are TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY (When active on Saturday) 4:30-6:30 p.m. and before home games -- No Extra Rehearsals!

A 50-member Basketball Band helps create the legendary "Memorial Magic" in Memorial Gym for both Men's and Women's Basketball games. Membership in the "Spirit of Gold" Marching Band is prerequisite to play in the Basketball Band and students receive additional scholarships for participation.

Vanderbilt University Bands are in the center of campus life....concerts, social gatherings, university activities, & athletic events! Whether it is the Marching Band performing during Halftime at a Commodore Football Game; the Basketball Band performing from the floor of Memorial Gymnasium; the Symphonic Wind Ensemble presenting a concert of Feature works; the Jazz band swinging on the Riverboat for Big band Ball; or the Community Band's Concert in the Park: The Vanderbilt University Band program offers a wealth of opportunities both to the performer and the audience.