“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band
🗓️ Friday, October 30, 2026
🕢 7:30 p.m.
📍 UNCG Auditorium
For the first time in a decade, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band returns to Greensboro as part of its 2026 National Concert Tour.
Founded in 1798, the Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization and has performed for every U.S. President since John Adams. The program will celebrate the legacy of John Philip Sousa with traditional band repertoire, Sousa marches, contemporary works, featured soloists, and a patriotic salute to the Armed Forces.
Admission is free, but tickets are required. Ticket requests open September 30, 2026.
The UNC Greensboro Band program is recognized as one of the leading collegiate band programs in the nation, offering a dynamic and comprehensive musical experience within the School of Music. Guided by a dedicated faculty of performers, educators, and scholars, the program includes the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band, as well as athletic bands that support Spartan Athletics and campus life.
Members of the UNCG Bands include undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in music, along with students from across the university who seek to continue performing at a high level as part of their college experience. Across all ensembles, students engage with a wide-ranging repertoire that spans traditional wind literature, contemporary works, and new music, emphasizing both artistic excellence and creative exploration.
The UNCG Bands are closely connected to the School of Music’s graduate study in conducting, offering emerging conductors meaningful opportunities to work with university ensembles while developing the skills required for success in the profession. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, hands-on experience, and mentorship, students are prepared to lead and shape the future of band programs in schools and communities.
Through performances on campus and throughout the region, the UNCG Bands serve as artistic ambassadors for the university, fostering community engagement and inspiring audiences of all backgrounds.
We invite you to explore our ensembles, meet our faculty, and learn more about opportunities within the band program. Stay connected for updates, performance highlights, and student stories.