​The McMaster Marching Band, MMB, was established in 2009 and is one of few university marching bands in Canada. 

Starting out with only a handful of members, the Band has grown rapidly to its current size, with membership steadily increasing. The Band is composed of brass, woodwinds, percussion, and colour guard. Members are mostly undergraduate students, however MMB allows non-McMaster students to join.  

MMB is active both on and off campus. The Band performs at university varsity games, in addition to special events in collaboration with the McMaster Students Union and other University organizations. 
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The busiest time of the year for MMB is the holiday season, during which the Band performs at several Santa Claus Parades. In the Winter Term, MMB performs at St. Patrick's Day Parades and at a joint concert with McMaster A Cappella and the McMaster Pops Orchestra.

The Band serves as a place for musicians and dancers to develop their craft and expand their skill sets. MMB endeavours to embody school spirit and represent the students of McMaster while providing enjoyment to the Hamilton community. 

Achievements & Notable Events

​2019     Buffalo's St. Patrick's Parade
                   Sport Chek Photoshoot
             Toronto Raptors Holiday Half Time Show

​2018     Montréal's St. Patrick's Parade
                       Best College University Unit
              IT Chapter II Production

2017     MSU Recreational Club of the Year
              Toronto Raptors Holiday Half Time Show

2016     Drumline Ontario Provincial Championship
                        Soundsport Gold Ranking
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2015     DCI World Championships in Indianapolis 
                        Soundsport Bronze Ranking
              Drumline Ontario Provincial Championship
                        Soundsport Silver Ranking 

2014     Drumline Ontario Competitions
                        Drumline Battle Grand Champion
                        Soundsport Silver Ranking
              Montréal's St. Patrick's Parade
                         J. McMullen Trophy for Best Out Of Town Unit
              E.T. Canada New Year's Eve Bash

2013     MSU Recreational Club of the Year Award
              Ontario Drumline Association
                        Greater Toronto Regional Competition

2012     MSU Recreational Club of the Year Award
              Hamilton Tiger-Cats Half-Time Field Show
              ​MuchMusic's Annual Tree Toss

2011     MSU Spirit Award
              MSU Club of the Year Award

2010     MSU New Club of the Year Award