User:Ohio University Marching 110
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The Ohio University Marching Band, known as the Marching 110, is one of the premiere bands in the Mid-American Conference. Known for its high-intensity, hard-driving marching style and exciting dance moves, the band has been coined "The Most Exciting Band in the Land!"
Originally referring to the 110 members of the band in 1968, the band has now extended its membership to 200 members during the 2006 season. The number "110" now refers to the 110% that each member is expected to give during each rehearsal and performance.
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[edit] History
In 1923 an Ohio University student by the name of Homer Baird started the first Marching Band at Ohio University. In 1966, Gene Thrailkill joined the OU faculty as the Director of Bands at Ohio University. Thrailkill brought with him a new high-energy marching style and new uniform, both of which remain the staple of the Marching 110 today. Along with the style switch, Thrailkill also removed all women and majorettes from the band, keeping one Drum Major. In 1967 the band became known as the "100 Marching Men of Ohio," and the following year the 110 members of the band were coined the "110 Marching Men of Ohio," the 110 symbolizing the Marching 110 of Today. In 1975, Women were re-admitted to the Marching Band, and remain so today.
[edit] Directors of the Ohio University Marching 110
- Gene Thrailkill, 1967-1970
- Thomas Lee, 1971-1972
- Ronald Socciarelli, 1973-1990
- Dr. Sylvester Young, 1991-1995
- Dr. Richard Suk, 1996-Present
[edit] Prominent Performances of the Marching 110
- 1968 Tangerine Bowl, Orlando, FL
- 1976 1st Marching Band to perform in New York's famed Carnegie Hall
- 1993 Performed in Bill Clintons Inauguration Parade, Washington D.C.
- 2000 Macy*s Thanksgiving Day Parade, NYC
- 2005 Macy*s Thanksgiving Day Parade, NYC
- 2006 In May, 15 members of the 110 performed on NBC's "Deal or No Deal" for contestant Chad Pritchard, and Ohio University Alumnus.
- 2007 GMAC Bowl, Mobile, AL
- Has Performed for the following NFL teams:
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Pittsburgh Steeles
- Washington Redskins
- Cleveland Browns
- Buffalo Bills
- New York Giants
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Detroit Lions
- Toronto Argonauts of the CFL
[edit] Traditions
- The Diamond Ohio
- High-Step 8-to-5 Marching
- Unique Dance Moves
- OUMB Band Jackets
[edit] Songs
Marching 110 Standards
[edit] Related Links
[edit] Website
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| EAST: Akron • Bowling Green • Buffalo • Kent State • Miami • Ohio • Temple (football only) WEST: Ball State • Central Michigan • Eastern Michigan • Northern Illinois • Toledo • Western Michigan |
