Welcome new directors

Dr. Shawn Smith and Prof. Nathan Seamons join BYU Bands' faculty

end of an era

Remembering over 35 years of service for two BYU Bands' directors.

wind symphony

Comprised of the finest woodwinds, brass and percussion players.

symphonic band

An auditioned wind ensemble devoted to the performance of the finest
band masterpieces.

cougar marching band

Also known as "The Power of the Wasatch", the marching band always brings excitement to football games.

university bands

These two non-auditioned ensembles are for all BYU students interested in continuing their musical pursuits.

roc bands

The "Roar of Cougars" pep bands bring music and energy to
BYU's basketball games.

Interested in joining? Apply today!

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

Watch the bands perform live through BYU School of Music’s live streaming website.

Wind Symphony | Friday, February 19 @ 7:30 PM
Symphonic Band | Wednesday, February 24 @ 7:30 PM
Symphonic Band | Wednesday, March 31 @ 7:30 PM
University Bands | Tuesday, April 6 @ 7:30 PM
Wind Symphony | Friday, April 9 @ 7:30 PM

Concert Live Streaming

New Wind Symphony Album Featuring Patrice Tipoki

Singer Patrice Tipoki and the BYU Wind Symphony combine for an unforgettable live performance at the incredible Brisbane City Hall
where they performed pieces ranging from Broadway to film music to pop.

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Meet the Conductors

Donald Peterson

Director of Bands

Conductor of the Wind Symphony and Professor of Music and Conducting.

Kirt Saville

Associate Director of Bands

Conductor of Symphonic Band and Professor of Music Education.

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Fred McInnis

Director of Athletic Bands

Conductor of the Cougar Marching Band, ROC Bands and University Bands and Associate Professor of Music.

Mission of BYU Bands

The mission of BYU Bands parallels that of our School of Music in that “we seek truth in great music.” We strive for educational and artistic excellence as we interact with music that ranges from the classics of the wind band world to outstanding new additions to the band repertoire. Our goal is not only to refine the performance, but to enrich the lives of both performer and the listener as we immerse ourselves in the music-making and participation in the divine gift of music.