The most popular and well recognized ensemble is the Marching Band known as “The Magnificent Marching Machine” comprised of 150 students.

The Magnificent Marching Machine has dazzled and excited audiences during performances at MSU Football Games, National Football League Games, Presidential Inaugurations, World Series, National Playoff Games, and in regional and local television appearances. This ensemble has performed throughout the United States and in Bermuda. The ensemble has also made a cameo appearance in the movie "Head of State" featuring actor-comedian Chris Rock and appeared on Tom Joyner's television show.

Morgan State University Band Staff

Mr. Melvin N. Miles, Director
Mr. Karl Stewart, Assistant Director
Ms. Bridgette Crawford, Administrative Assistant
Mr. Julian Williams, Flag-Line Choreographer
Ms. Charise Byers, Dance-Line Coordinator

Morgan State University Instrumental Music Faculty

Dr. Eric Conway, Chairperson, Fine Arts Department
Mr. Melvin N. Miles, Jr., Director of University Bands
Dr. Anita Thesen, Flute, Flute Ensemble
Mr. Milton Aldana, Low Brass, Brass Ensemble
Mr. Larry Williams, French Horn
Mr. Michael Smirnoff, Percussion
Mr. Mark Singer, Strings, Chamber Orchestra

		Marching Band Calendar
Subject: Site Update		Symphonic Band Calendar
February 15, 2008		Jazz Band Calendar
		Pep Band Calendar
		Jazz Combo Calendar
The Morgan Band Website has been updated to include the schedules for all ensembles for the spring 2008 school semester. Also, audition requirements have been posted on the website. Look out for video and audio clips to be posted in the coming days.