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 48th season of representing Grand Valley State University with gridiron pageantry, school traditions, and an unwavering support of all our Lakers!
Join the "Pride of the Midwest" - Register for your Audition Today!
The GVSU Laker Marching Band wants YOU to be a part of the 2023 "Pride of the Midwest!"
Register TODAY for your audition! Become one of 125 new members for our 2023 goal!
- Woodwind and Brass Auditions
- In Person Auditions held each month through May
- Audition Sites at GVSU Allendale Campus, Armada High School (East Michigan Site), and Manistee High School (North Michigan Site)
- Color Guard Auditions
- Saturday, May 6 - GVSU Allendale Campus
- Drumline Auditions
- Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21 - GVSU Allendale Campus
- Must attend both days
Laker Marching Band Calendar
LMB Color Guard Auditions
May 6, 2023 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Auditions for the 2023 Laker Marching Band Color Guard! 8:30am - Check In - GVSU Band Room (room 1515, Haas Center for Performing Arts) 5:00pm - End
LMB Drumline Auditions - Day 1 of 2
May 20, 2023 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
DAY 1 of the Laker Marching Band Drumline Auditions! All those auditioning must attend Day 2 on Sunday, May 21. 8:30 am - Check In - GVSU Band Room (room 1515, Haas Center for Performing Arts) 9:00...