The Laker Marching Band is committed to fostering individual and collective growth, creating meaningful opportunities to serve, and maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. We strive for students to forge lasting relationships and take pride in every performance.
The GVSU "Pride of the Midwest" Laker Marching Band
Celebrating our 47th season of representing Grand Valley State University with gridiron pageantry, school traditions, and an unwavering support of all our Lakers!
WE WANT YOU! / 240 in 2024! / Laker Marching Band Auditions!
Audition Information for the "Pride of the Midwest" - Click on your link TODAY!
Woodwind and Brass: Submit a video audition TODAY!
Color Guard: Register for the May 4 audition TODAY!
Drumline: Register for the May 18 & May 19 audition dates TODAY!
Laker Marching Band Calendar
Leadership Selection Process Step 1 - Applications Due
March 22, 2024 1:00 AM - 10:00 PM
The LMB Leadership Applications due by 10pm on Friday, March 22.
Leadership Selection Process - Drum Major Round 1 - In Person Auditions
March 26, 2024 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Round 1 - Drum Major Auditions conducted on Tuesday, March 26 from 8:30 - 10:00pm in Room 1211 (Haas Center for Performing Arts).
Leadership Selection Process - Announcement of Drum Major Finalists
March 27, 2024 12:00 PM
Drum Major Finalists will be announced on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 by 12pm on the LMB Website Homepage.
Leadership Selection Process Step 2 - Music/Marching Playing/Teaching Video(s) Due
March 29, 2024 1:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Email with three (3) links to Music/Marching Fundamental Playing/Teaching Video(s) due at 10pm on Friday, March 29. Send email to GVSULMB@gvsu.edu