Pride of Dayton Marching Band
History
Since 1905, we have entertained fans at football games, band festivals and parades across Ohio.
Diversity
Over 150 students come from a wide variety of majors represent more than 15 states across the country.
Regional Pride
Students from the University of Dayton, Wright State University and Sinclair Community College unite.
The Pride of Dayton Marching Band is a show band from the University of Dayton, recognized for our energetic parade dances and powerful halftime performances. Affectionately known as “POD” to members, we are a reflection of our Catholic, Marianist values. Whether it be through performance, citizenship or service, Pride of Dayton takes seriously its leadership role on campus to serve the common good. Whether it’s hot or cold, rain or shine, It’s always a great day to be a Flyer.
2021 Band Camp
We invite students of all majors to register for the 2021 Pride of Dayton Band Camp. The camp is scheduled take place in August 2021.
University of Dayton junior Emily Kramer has never flown on an airplane or traveled outside the U.S. That will all change in March 2021 when the Pride of Dayton Marching Band performs in the official St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin, Ireland. Kramer, a drum major, will lead the band past thousands of spectators through Dublin’s historic city center.
Read more- Performance for large audiences at football games, festivals, and community events.
- Family: build relationships and be a part of one of UD’s largest organizations - GET INVOLVED!
- Early Move-In to your dorm for the year in the fall during band camp
- Pride: POD is one of UD’s most respected student organizations
- Rehearsals: Monday, Wednesday and Friday for and hour and a half from mid-August to early November. Easy and fun commitment.
- Course Credit: Course Credit for all UD, Sinclair, and Wright State students!
- Cost: Very little! Your secondary Nike brand Secondary Uniform is yours to keep with a one-time purchase for new members; 40% off retail.
Halftime Performance
Enjoy this presentation of the halftime performance of Saturday, October 24, 2020.
Halftime Performance
Enjoy this presentation of the halftime performance of Saturday, October 24, 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s easy. Just complete these two steps:
- Register for Band Camp.
- Tell your Advisor that you want to register for Marching Band (MUS 390 03) when you schedule your classes.
There are no auditions, but there will be a hearing at band camp to determine part assignments. Wright State/Sinclair students, please contact Kenneth Will for information on how you can participate in marching band at the University of Dayton.
Traditions
- School songs include “Loyalty,” “Dayton Anthem (Alma Mater),” and “Go Dayton Flyers”
- Our standards are “Neck,” “In the Stone,” “Hey Baby”
- Parade dances include “The Funk March,” "The Sneak” Flying “D" Formation
- POD Families
- Drum Circle
- Singing the Alma Mater after Rehearsals/Performances
Learn More About Us
Who is the Pride of Dayton?
Read our Summer 2019 newsletter now (pdf).
The next newsletter will be posted in summer 2021.