Captioning

What Students Will See & Hear

Live music
Includes commentary between pieces and a Q&A
Recommended for Grades 3-12

See and hear “The Pride of Minnesota” at this lively, joyful, and participatory indoor concert preview of halftime favorites and more! Join the fun as you learn more about the University of Minnesota (UMN) Marching Band made up of over 320 members under the direction of Professor Betsy McCann and Dr. John Leonard. Experience the energy and discover the dedication behind one of UMN’s most highly visible organizations that provides enthusiastic support to the University’s athletic programs and represents the University at events throughout the year. 

 

“They’re the unsung heroes … of the sports calendar. Their beats fill the breaks between the plays on the field; they keep fans glued to their seats at halftime; and without them, the ‘Rouser’ would fail to rouse.” —Minnpost

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Teacher & Student Resources

Find educational resources in the tabs below to use before and after the performance.

Pre-event video (On-demand)

Watch the on-demand version of the informational video that will play before the event.

Pre-event video (in-person)

Watch the informational video that will play in the theatre before the event.

Download the Lesson Plan and Worksheets

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Lesson Plan

Aligned Anchor Standard Activity for the Performance (ZIP) 22 MB

The backs of a three UMN Marching Band members performing on stage, wearing maroon and gold, waving large flags into the air.
Know, Want, Learned

KWL Chart on Marching Bands (PDF)
Woodwind section
Gauge Learning Before & After the Performance

Marching Band Sequential Roundtable (PDF)

About the University of Minnesota Marching Band

Follow the links to learn about the band, U of M colors, songs, and more!

Download the Lesson Plan and Worksheets

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Review the Lesson Plan

Aligned Anchor Standard Activity for the Performance PowerPoint (ZIP)
The backs of a three UMN Marching Band members performing on stage, wearing maroon and gold, waving large flags into the air.
Review Know, Want, Learned

KWL Chart on Marching Bands (PDF)
Woodwind section
Gauge Learning Before & After the Performance

Marching Band Sequential Roundtable (PDF)
The U of M Marching Band in the "M" formation on the football field

Write a Review

Ask students to imagine that they are an arts critic for the school newspaper. They are going to write a review of the performance to inform others about what they experienced. They should describe with detail and accuracy:

  • What they saw 
  • What they heard 
  • What the performance was about (in their opinion) or the story it conveyed 
  • How the performance made them feel 
  • What the performance reminded them of 
  • What their favorite part was and why 
  • Would they recommend it and why

Remind the students that they must paint a picture of the experience with their words so that others who did not see the performance can imagine it as vividly as possible.

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