Oklahoma State University Cowboy Marching Band

The Cowboy Marching Band is the marching band of Oklahoma State University.

History

The first band at Oklahoma A&M College (now Oklahoma State University) was organized in 1905 by Harry Dunn, a student at the school, and directed by a Mr. Wood. It consisted of 22 members.

A tradition of the band was the use of the OSU Spirit Drum. It was purchsed in the mid-1930s for the R.O.T.C. band. It was believed to be the largest drum in the country at that time.

Directors since 1981

• Dr. Richard Kastendieck (1981-1986)
• Gregory Talford (1986-1987)
• William Ballenger (1987-1992)
• Glen J. Hemberger (1992-1997)
• Dr. Michael A. Raiber (1997-2000)
• David Wick (2000-2001)
• Bradley J. Genevro (2001-2004)
• Dr. Paul W. Popiel (2004-2006)
• Dr. D. Bradley Snow (2006-present)

External links

• Official website
  
• Oklahoma State Alumni Band Association

References