Welcome!

The University of Kentucky Bands are an integral part of the extensive activities of the Winds, Percussion and Jazz Division of the School of Music, offering three concert bands, the Wildcat Marching Band and Basketball Pep Band, and several jazz and percussion ensembles. University Bands is part of the College of Fine Arts and the UK School of Music.

Students from all academic disciplines are invited to participate in the UK Band program as membership in all of our bands is open to any interested and qualified University of Kentucky student regardless of major. We invite you to browse our website and learn more about the bands, faculty, graduate teaching assistants, repertoire, auditions, and special activities and events. Enjoy your visit!

For information or questions, contact us at:

University Bands
33 Fine Arts Building
Lexington, KY 40506-0022

Office phone: (859) 257-BAND (2263)
Office fax: (859) 257-8192
Click here to send an email to the UK Bands.

Band News and Announcements

Join the 2012 Wildcat Marching Band!

We want YOU to be a part of the 2012 Wildcat Marching Band! Visit our Prospective Member Information page for details on how to get involved!

Click here to download the auditions poster (PDF).

Returning members: don't forget to fill out the Intent to March form!

Harry Clarke receives KMEA Distinguished Service Award

W. Harry Clarke, director emeritus of the Wildcat Marching Band, was recognized this past spring by the members of the Kentucky Music Educators Association for his outstanding contributions to music education in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Click here to read more...

Image of Harry Clarke on conducting podium

Sweetheart Majorettes featured in national twirling magazine

The UK Sweetheart Majorettes were recently featured in an article in "Catch It!," the e-magazine of the US Twirling Association. Click here to see the magazine (PDF) - the article is on page 6.

UK Band audio and video recordings are now available!

Click here to order the UK Pep Band CD.

Click here to order the 2009 Band Spectacular DVD.