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Finally! The re-release of the Jose Gallardo episode. Enjoy the conversation between John & Jose as they reminisce over great friends & memories from their time in the HMB.

Enjoy this series of behind the scenes moments as John & Tim record the episode. 

Find the whole conversation on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, or whichever fine purveyor of podcasts you prefer!

University of Iowa Alumni Band 51 is here! We are joined by featured guest for Homecoming 2024, former Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Professor L. Kevin Kastens!

Humble co-host Tim is joined by fellow Alumni Board member (and former guest of Down & Off) Craig Brown.

Alumni Band 51 was a blast! Listen to the rest of Professor Kastens' remarks from the Homecoming Reception on Thursday, where he talks more about getting the Alumni Band to Take Back the Field. 

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media.

March Madness has come to an end, the Women's Basketball Team has enjoyed an historic season, and John and Tim are joined by Drum Major of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Christian Frankl. Christian shares his journey from Ames High to the HMB, his love of the alto saxophone section, quest to become drum major, and the many memories he's made along the way.

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media

Happy New Year! Down & Off is back and celebrating Big Ten Basketball and Pep Band with sousie player Eric Jaffe. Jaffe talks about his time in the Hawkeye Marching Band, bowl memories, and all the Pep Band games and songs trips and chants and general shenanigans. From free throw distractions like STROKE!, to sousie horn movements, yelling at the players, Johnny B, White Castle Express, STICKER-GATE, "Give him the chair!!!", and partying with the Stanford Band (From the Big Ten Network, here's the special on the HMB, Getting Ready for the Boom!)

Iowa vs. Gonzaga ESPN Recap - "The Iowa band didn't have any doubts, shouting "neutral site" as the clock wound down."

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Down & Off is back and celebrating 50 years of Women in the HMB with three outstanding guests, Hawkeye Marching Band Flag Guard Captains & Staffers from the 80's, Sherry Marek, Ann Costello Miksch, & Donna Walton. They share their experiences being in the HMB, the special relationship between the silks and the sousies (the Association of Silks & Sousies), how they developed routines, so many favorite memories, and much more.

UIowa Color Guard Club - on Instagram @uiowacolorguard 

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

This episode will be very different from our previous ones. As many of you know by now, our Hawkeye Marching Band family lost one of our greatest legends, Dave Woodley, who passed away on the morning of May 21. He was an HMB member, Drum Major, Assistant Director, and the 9th Director of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band. Dave also led the marching bands at the University of Louisville and Indiana University during his career.

The overarching theme of this podcast series – based on our visits with several guests who have spanned many periods of the HMB’s modern era – is that HMB is family. At a time like this, we wanted to bring this family together to remember Dave, honor his accomplishments and talents and share stories and memories of him. As a family, we are heartbroken over his passing. He leaves a huge void in HMB lore, and we would be remiss if we didn’t take time to show our appreciation, respect and love for Dave and his tireless work for this family.

On this episode, we will be visiting with Dr. Eric Bush, Dr. Timothy Todd Anderson, and Arlene and Andy Houk who offer their thoughts and memories of Dave and what he meant to them and to the Hawkeye Marching Band. We close with a recording of "There Are Giants Among Us" by the Indiana University Wind Ensemble, conducted by Rodney Dorsey, and arranged by Dr. Timothy Mahr. 

It is our way of saying “thank you” to him for all he did for us.

Down & Off Episode 3 comes to you from across the Atlantic, all the way from The Hague! John and Tim are delighted to be joined by Arlene & Andy Houk, who reminisce on their time in the "Golden Era" of the Hawkeye Marching Band (Andy's words) in the early Fry Era. They share their story of growing up in Ottumwa, joining the HMB, Andy joining the pep band in the old Field House, bowl trips and road trips, so many friendships, and their connection to the HMB after graduation. Come see them at Homecoming 2022!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Week Zero is behind us, it is officially footba- marching band season, and John and Tim have the honor of sitting down with Hawkeye Marching Band Director Dr. Eric Bush and Director of the UIowa Alumni Bands Jeff Sebille to get a preview of the HMB's season and Homecoming festivities!

First, Dr. Bush runs down the shows and trips for the year, highlights leadership with Golden Girl Ella McDaniel and new Drum Major Christian Frankl & SLUGS & TAs, talks about the size of the band, what the generosity of the alumni has meant to the band, and plans for the future.

Around the 50 minute mark, Jeff Sebille shares his excitement for Homecoming 2022 and walks through logistics of the day, from the Thursday night Homecoming Reception, through the Parade, the Post-Parade Picnic, and onto Game Day festivities including accommodations and the Hancher Lot Parking Shuttle. Keep an eye on your email and the University of Iowa Alumni Marching Band Facebook page for more updates and coverage of Homecoming provided by Craig Brown!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, Like the Down and Off Podcast page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Speaking of, check out the Hawkeye Marching Band on all of their socials as well...
Facebook - University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band
Instagram - @HawkeyeMarchingBand
YouTube - Hawkeye Marching Band
Twitter - @HawkeyeBand
Official HMB Website - For updates, auditions, apparel, giving, news, media, and the people
Iowa Alumni Band Facebook Page

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Tweet tweet! Twee-ee-eet! And Let's Go Hawks!!!

John and Tim are back with Season 3 of the Down & Off Podcast! Season 3 kicks off with a wonderful guest from the 80's, the oft-mentioned Jose Gallardo steps into the studio to visit with John and reminisce on memories from the 80's under Dr. Morgan Jones. Topics run from Jose's transition from Regina HS to the HMB, favorite shows, trips to Northwestern & Michigan & the Rose Bowl & Holiday Bowl, to favorite traditions and lasting friendships. 

John and Tim remind the audience to prepare for Alumni Band at Homecoming 2022 on October 29th. (Editor's Note: Alumni Band registration is live! Check your email or the "University of Iowa Alumni Band" page on Facebook for the registration link.

Speaking of, please don't forget to like and subscribe to the Hawkeye Marching Band on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, any and all social media platforms!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Basketball season now behind us, behind schedule co-hosts John and Tim are out with an overdue episode, having the privilege to talk with Golden Girls Kylene Spanbauer and Ella McDaniel. They talk about their year together, the unique situation of having two Golden Girls on the field, working together and with Amanda, Kylene's past years, Ella's future, and a little roasting of Dr. Bush.

Speaking of, please don't forget to like and subscribe to the Hawkeye Marching Band on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, any and all social media platforms!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Happy New Year from John and Tim as they have the privilege to talk with new Alumni Hawkeye Marching Band Board Member and Social Media Extraordinaire Craig Brown. Craig talks about his journey from Fairfield, Iowa to the HMB Drum Line, his band memories from Michigan and Northwestern, time under Dr. Jones, graduation and meeting his wife Katie Newkirk, almost getting married in Kinnick, his family, his time as a broadcaster and pastor, and so much more. 

Go and like the "University of Iowa Alumni Band" page on Facebook for official videos and posts from the University of Iowa Alumni Bands!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Bowl season is upon us and John and Tim have the privilege to talk with current Hawkeye Marching Band Drum Major Amanda Thomas. Amanda talks growing up loving marching bands, coming to Iowa to march and become an educator, her time in the mellie section, trying out for drum major, favorite memories, and how it's been this year working with two amazing Golden Girls in Kylene Spanbauer and Ella McDaniel. The three wish the Hawkeyes success at the Citrus Bowl on January 1st, and a grand time for the Hawkeye Marching Band.

While the HMB is down in Florida, the Alumni will take to the stands in Carver to play for the Men's Basketball team on the 29th and the Women's Basketball team on January 2nd. Come check them out! 

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

John and Tim have a special Halloween treat for the Down and Off family, our first Golden Girl Ms. Chelsea Russell (Mrs. Chelsea Potter)! Golden Girl from 2007-2011, the 2006 Ms. Majorette of America and *7* time world champ. Chelsea talks about her recruitment and audition for the Golden Girl of the Hawkeye Marching Band, the 2009 Michael Jackson Halftime Show, how she created shows with Drum Majors Chet Aliga and Joe Piasecki, road trips and bowl trips, and what the HMB means to her. 

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

John and Tim have a special treat for the HMB family. As part of the Hawkeye Marching Band history project, Band Board President Kirk Philips interviewed Director of Bands Emeritus Dr. Myron Welch about his time with the University of Iowa School of Music. HMBers from the 80s, 90s, and 2000's will surely have memories of Dr. Welch's support of the band and iconic instruction of the Star-Spangled Banner. John and Tim introduce the episode, then sit back and let Kirk and Dr. Welch do their thing.

We hope to see many of you at HMB 141 Homecoming Activities coming up!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Summer rested co-hosts John and Tim launch season 2 of the Down and Off Podcast with 80's alum and show biz veteran Scott Icenogle. John marched with Scott under Dr. Morgan Jones, and Scott shares about his journey from a military family in Virginia to the University of Iowa for Communication Studies, following in his father's footsteps through the HMB, his many memories with the band, and his journey through TV and music and soundtracks. Check out his most recent soundtrack work on the Netflix series Q-Force (Available to stream now!). Watch the most recent trailer on YouTube.

We welcome everyone to subscribe and follow along with a new slate of fantastic guests, or go back to the archives and listen to our awesome guests from Season 1. As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Nostalgic co-hosts John and Tim continue to listen to Dr. Carter Biggers as he continues to discuss his doctoral dissertation on the History of the Hawkeye Marching Band. Part 3 of the interview looks at the eras most of our listeners know best: Dr. Morgan Jones, David Woodley, Dave Henning, and Kevin Kastens. Dr. Biggers gives us a fascinating look at the history of the Hawkeye Marching Band.

Part 1 looked at Carter's methods and how he put the thesis together, the HMB's military beginnings in 1881, their time as a student-led ensemble, then eventual organization under the first Director of University Bands, Orie Van Doren  (1911-1937).

Part 2 covered the tenures of Charles Righter, Fred Ebbs, Frank Piersol, & Dr. Tom Davis (1937-1973)

Part 3 goes through the Morgan Jones, David Woodley, David Henning, and Kevin Kastens (1973-2012).

If you'd like to follow along, or do some background reading, check out Carter's thesis "On Iowa! a History of The University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band, 1881-2012". The pdf is free to download and a delight to read.

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Wide-eyed cohosts John and Tim continue to listen to Dr. Carter Biggers as he continues to discuss his doctoral dissertation on the History of the Hawkeye Marching Band. Part 2 of the interview covers the tenures of Charles Righter in the 40s, Frank Ebbs in the 50s & 60s, Frank Piersol in the late 60s, and Tom Davis in the early 70s. Folks familiar with the HMB will be delighted to learn of the beginning of so many traditions they know and love today, from the name HMB, the Iowa Fight Song, the Big Ten Band high step & pregame, to The Boom, the Golden Girl, Hey Jude, and so many more.  Dr. Biggers gives us a fascinating look at the history of the Hawkeye Marching Band.

Part 1 looked at Carter's methods and how he put the thesis together, the HMB's military beginnings in 1881, their time as a student-led ensemble, then eventual organization under the first Director of University Bands, Orie Van Doren  (1911-1937).

Part 2 covers the tenures of Charles Righter, Fred Ebbs, Frank Piersol, & Dr. Tom Davis (1937-1973)

Part 3 will cover Morgan Jones, David Woodley, David Henning, and Kevin Kastens (1973-2012).

If you'd like to follow along, or do some background reading, check out Carter's thesis "On Iowa! a History of The University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band, 1881-2012". The pdf is free to download and a delight to read.

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Newly learned cohosts John and Tim have an excellent series of episodes for you, sitting under the learning tree of Dr. Carter Biggers, HMB Grad Staff from 2009-2013, and his Doctoral Thesis on the History of the Hawkeye Marching Band. From the band's military beginnings in 1865 through each director, all the way to 2012 under Kevin Kastens, Dr. Biggers gives us a fascinating look at the history of the Hawkeye Marching Band.

Part 1 looks at Carter's methods and how he put the thesis together, the HMB's military beginnings in 1881, their time as a student-led ensemble, then eventual organization under the first Director of University Bands, Orie Van Doren  (1911-1937).

Part 2 will cover the tenures of Charles Righter, Fred Ebbs, Frank Piersol, & Dr. Tom Davis (1937-1973)

Part 3 will cover Morgan Jones, David Woodley, David Henning, and Kevin Kastens (1973-2012).

If you'd like to follow along, or do some background reading, check out Carter's thesis "On Iowa! a History of The University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band, 1881-2012". The pdf is free to download and a delight to read.

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Three dudes, seven costume changes, zero regrets. John and Tim bring on Drum Major Pres Maxson to discuss his time in the Hawkeye Marching Band at the very beginning of the Kevin Kastens era. Pres shares about his drive to become drum major, Band Slide Show shenanigans with Robert Gallery & LKK & Jon Buetjer, the Iowa-Stanford email, and his writing career since. John and Pres give testimony to what made Dr. Jones and Mr. Kastens such great band directors. And between each section, Pres breaks out a different piece of vintage Hawkeye apparel.

You can find Pres' written work on Amazon if you search "Pres Maxson". You can find the link to his TEDxTalk about how bad art helps you make good art (made at Arts Quincy, whose director and friend of the pod and Episode 4 guest, Laure Sievert, recommended Pres to us and has her own talk about funding the arts talk at TEDxNormal!)

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Humbly talented co-hosts Tim Clay and John Brown sit down with a friend from John's marching days, Dave "Big Al" Griggs. John and Dave catch up, remembering old shows, traditions, parties, and directors. Where did the "Big Al" nickname come from? Dave was in the marching band for how long?! Give the episode a listen!

Also, a special thanks once again to those of you who reached out and donated to the Kelly Piccolo GOLDrush project. Thanks to your contributions, they were able to reach and exceed their goal, purchasing not only a line of game day piccolos, but other instruments for those who need them. All in Kelly's memory, and we thank you for that.

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the pod on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Esteemed colleagues John Brown and Tim Clay sit down with current and first ever female Hawkeye Marching Band Manager Kate Weldon to discuss her unintended journey to the HMB, unintended to the Band Manager position, and how she has thrived in all roles and how they have shaped her future. Get a behind the scenes look at what the Band Manager does on a weekly and game day basis to make the HMB function.

Send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com and follow the pod on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Show Notes - Check out "End of Time" - The CBDNA Intercollegiate Marching Band Halftime Performance for the 2021 College Football National Championship Game! Over 1,500 nominees from 200 college bands, representing 45 states and Puerto Rico came together for the show, including 6 members of the Hawkeye Marching Band! (Make sure to watch the screen at the 1:30 mark, Hawkeye fans)

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

John Brown and Tim Clay sit down with long time Alumni Band staple, Steven Jepson. Jepson shares about his time in the Fossil Band, how it's changed over the years, plus some great Hawkeye Marching Band memories, from road trips to Minnesota and Iowa State to tales of iconic director Dr. Morgan Jones to culminating his HMB career at the '82 Rose Bowl and playing Hey Jude.

John and Tim also plug the Kelly Piccolo Project GOLDrush campaign by UIowa and the HMB, raising money to buy piccolos to have on hand when players can't afford their own, in memory Kelly Enstrom. If you are able to and want to contribute, please do so below:
https://goldrush.uiowa.edu/o/u-of-iowa/i/goldrush/s/kelly-piccolo-project

Send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com and follow the pod on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. Look for our next episode with current HMB Band Manager Kate Weldon later this month!  #OnIowa #GoHawks 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

The Hawkeye Marching Band is set to salute Lisa Bluder and her amazing career this weekend, and Down & Off is back to sit down with Homecoming Chair and Director of Alumni Bands Jeff Sebille to get a preview of Homecoming '24 festivities!

Jeff Sebille shares his excitement for Homecoming 2024 and walks through logistics of the weekends events! Starting with the Thursday night Homecoming Reception, through the Parade on Friday, the Post-Parade Picnic, and onto Game Day festivities. Keep an eye on your email and the University of Iowa Alumni Marching Band Facebook page for more updates and coverage of Homecoming provided by Craig Brown!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, Like the Down and Off Podcast page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

What was originally supposed to be the second interview of Episode 3 becomes its own episode! John and Tim interview Laura Sievert about her time in the Hawkeye Marching Band from the early millennium. Laura shares her story about how the HMB family got her through an incredibly difficult time, her experience reviving the Public Relations position for the HMB, and Laura turns it back on the hosts to share their HMB family and favorite show stories.

If you missed last week's episode with Alumni Band Director Jeff Sebille, go back and listen! Look forward to Episode 5 coming out sometime in February. Send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com and follow the pod on Twitter @DownAndOffPod.

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

John and Tim share holiday plans and interview HMB Alumni Director Jeff Sebille and learn about his time in the band, practice as Alumni Band Director, advice for students, and a recap of 2020 Virtual Homecoming.

Check back next week for Episode 3 - Part Deux with Laura Sievert!

Send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com and follow the pod on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Down and Odd Podcast co-hosts John Brown and Tim Clay reflect on the Virtual Homecoming and reminisce on favorite game day memories. Guests include interviews with 1950's alum Devon Dietz about his time in the band under legendary director Fred Ebbs and current Drum Major Michael Janssen. Send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com and follow the pod on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. Look for the next episode in December! 

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

The debut episode of the Down and Off Podcast, the podcast for alums and friends of the Hawkeye Marching Band. In this episode, hosts John Brown and Tim Clay introduce themselves, check in with Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Dr. Eric Bush, to get an update on how the year is going for the HMB, and get a special interview with the Voice of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Lou Crist.

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

Rumpadiddily! Band Camp is on, marching band season looms, and it's time for our annual check in on the State of the HMB.

John & Tim are back to interview Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Dr. Eric Bush, and Associate Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Dr. Nick Miller, about all the goings on with HMB 144.

Dr. Miller introduces himself, and his journey from St. Louis to the University of Missouri to becoming a Teaching Assistant at Iowa while he did his doctoral work and eventual position.

Dr. Bush talks about the great things going on in the HMB- game day instruments for every section, 285+ members of the HMB, stipends for players, travel opportunities, social media, the great staff that make this operation run so well, the support of wonderful alumni that make it possible, and of course, the shows we can expect this year.

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media.

The regular season has come to an end, bowl season approaches, basketball season is here, and John & Tim are back with 00's Drumline Alum & current Digital Media Specialist for the University of Iowa Center for Advancement and Hawkeye Marching Band John Emigh!

John shares his memories of his time in  the band and the tremendous work Dr. Bush is doing with the Hawkeye Marching Band currently. John shouts out numerous folks including fellow drumline members Dan Poe, Justin Ullestad, Ben Nadler, Alan Morris, Nate Brimeyer, TAs Oliver Molina, Drew Bonner, Golden Girls Ella McDaniel & Chelsea Russell, alums & staffers Jim Berg and Kathy Ford, among others!

John also shares of the incredible work that went into this year's HMB Metallica show. There is a competition among schools to be the winner of the best Metallica performance, and voting is live until January 1st! Vote for the HMB by texting #UIOWA to (833) 609-0330! And check out the HMB's submission on their social media accounts.

Tim also promotes the Alumni Pep Band opportunities coming up during the bowl season. The Alumni Band shall play for the men on Friday, December 29th, the women on Saturday, December 30th, and again for the women on Tuesday, January 2nd! Sign up here!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media.

Homecoming approaches and John and Tim are privileged to sit down with former President & CEO of the Alumni Association, Vince Nelson, to share his stories with the Alumni Band and growing up. Vince is a delightful presence that fully supports the Alumni Band and the Alumni Association.

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media

The Hawkeyes prevailed against Utah State and the Hawkeye Marching Band had a wonderful performance of the music of ABBA! It is officially footba- marching band season, and John and Tim have the honor of sitting down with Hawkeye Marching Band Director Dr. Eric Bush and Director of the Iowa Alumni Bands Jeff Sebille to get a preview of the HMB's season and Homecoming festivities!

First, Dr. Bush runs down the successes of Hell Week and performances at the Iowa State Fair and Hancher, previews the shows and trips for the upcoming year, praises the staff and leadership within the HMB, updates on the size of the band and  what the generosity of the alumni has meant to the band, and plans for the future.

Around the 40 minute mark, Jeff Sebille shares his excitement for the 50th Iowa Alumni Band at Homecoming 2023. Jeff gives a history of the Alumni Band, walks through the schedule of the weekend, the Reception Thursday Night, the Parade & Picnic & post-Parade activities on Friday, logistics & planning for Saturday, ways to get Homecoming & Alumni Band apparel, and ends with a BIG SURPRISE for Alumni Band 50 at the 1:05 minute mark.

Keep an eye on your email and the University of Iowa Alumni Marching Band Facebook page for more updates and coverage of Homecoming provided by Craig Brown!

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, Like the Down and Off Podcast page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Speaking of, check out the Hawkeye Marching Band on all of their socials as well...
Facebook - University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band
Instagram - @HawkeyeMarchingBand
YouTube - Hawkeye Marching Band
Twitter - @HawkeyeBand
Official HMB Website - For updates, auditions, apparel, giving, news, media, and the people
Iowa Alumni Band Facebook Page

Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"

It's been a little bit, but John and Tim are back to end off Season 3 with a fantastic, sparkling, positive guest - the Operations Manager of the Hawkeye Marching Band and Band Administrator, Kathy Ford!  The always uplifting Kathy shares about her time in the HMB in the early 90s and the role she now plays within the HMB. Kathy tells of her first year marching in the Rose Bowl with the Sudler Trophy, the Holiday Bowl, the buzz on game day between practice & the rec show, the bucket list opportunities she gets in her current position, and the wonderful students and staff she gets to work with.

Homecoming registration is OPEN! Sign up today at foriowa.org! We hope to see you October 7th for the 50th Year of the Alumni Band!

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media

IT'S BAND CAMP TIME! The Hawkeye Marching Band is gathering and getting ready for the upcoming season, and Tim and John sit down with the Associate Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Dr. Nick Miller, and the Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band and Associate Director of Bands, Dr. Eric Bush to see what the upcoming season has in store!

Topics include Student Leadership, Drum Major Brandon Alpers & Golden Girl Carissa Wolfe, HMB 145 membership #'s (nearly 300!), a preview of the 7 shows for the season, exhibition trip to Clarinda High School, honoring the Golden Voice of the Hawkeye Marching Band Lou Crist in his last game, the search to find the next Golden Voice, fundraising projects, Alumni Board committees, the Iowa Pep Band, College Football 2025, and more!

• Behind the Scenes with the Hawkeye Marching Band (From the UIowa Center for Advancement)
• Alumni Leadership Board (March 2025 Newsletter)
• Scholarship & Fundraising 
• HMB Drumline x Brimstone - Arranged by Daniel Peterson

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band YouTube channel & social media.

Down & Off is back! Tim Clay is joined by John Barker, a trombone & sousaphone player that joined the Hawkeye Marching Band in 1989. John has agreed to join the Down & Off team and shares about his time in the band and his journey afterwards in the world of radio (and the other HMB, the Hungry March Band). 

Reminder for Homecoming! Registration closes on August 8th! Register Today! If you have any questions, reach out to the Center for Advancement by emailing alumni.engagement@foriowa.org , and put “Alumni Band” in the subject heading.

Transition music goes back to the 70s & 80s, the first song being Hawkeye Fever from the 82 Rose Bowl vinyl, and the second song being a 1971 recording of The Series. Thanks to John's library, expect to hear more tunes from the days of vinyl! 

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media.

It's Hell Week! And that means Down & Off kicks off Season 7 with the 4th annual State of the HMB! John and Tim welcome Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band Dr. Eric Bush and Associate Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band Dr. Nick Miller. 

Dr. Bush & Dr. Miller give a rundown on how big HMB 146 is, the leaders within the band, the slate of shows for the year (Lord of the Rings, oh my!), the schedule for the year, and the state of collegiate marching bands in the changing landscape of athletics in the NIL era. They also take time to shoutout the many wonderful people who make the HMB possible.

• Behind the Scenes with the Hawkeye Marching Band (From the UIowa Center for Advancement)
• Alumni Leadership Board (March 2026 Newsletter)
• An Alumnus' Music Man Connection Sparks Hawkeye Marching Band Support
• Music Alumna Still Playing the Iowa Fight Song at 91
• Scholarship & Fundraising 
• HMB Drumline x Brimstone - Arranged by Daniel Peterson

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band YouTube channel & social media.

Down & Off ends the 2025-26 season with a great discussion with the wonderful Diana Reed! Diana was Golden Girl for the Hawkeye Marching Band for the 2002 through 2006 seasons. She shares memories of shows, trips, and journeys since then! How do Golden Girls make their shows? How did the audition process go? How many Drum Majors did she get to work with? 

Diana name drops Drum Major Pres Maxson, you can listen to the Pres episode or Laura Sievert episode for more memories from the era!  

If you want to learn more on the history of the Hawkeye Marching Band, check out Dr. Carter Biggers' doctoral dissertation or listen to him go over it on the Down & Off Podcast. Part 1 (1881-1937s), Part 2 (1937-1973, including Fred Ebbs & Tom Davis), or Part 3 (Morgan Jones through Kevin Kastens)

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Transition music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band.

Down & Off is back with Dr. Drew Bonner! Dr. Bonner is called the "Musical Voice of the HMB" and is responsible for many arrangements and shows the Hawkeye Marching Band has performed in the last 8 years, from Wave on Wave in 2018 to HMB TV in 2019 to Wicked this past year and beyond. He is the current Staff Arranger and master of Special Projects, and he gets into what all that entails.

Jim Gaffigan - "Marching Band" clip

If you want to learn more on the history of the Hawkeye Marching Band, check out Dr. Carter Biggers' doctoral dissertation or listen to him go over it on the Down & Off Podcast. Part 1 (1881-1937s), Part 2 (1937-1973, including Fred Ebbs & Tom Davis), or Part 3 (Morgan Jones through Kevin Kastens)

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Transition music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band.

Down & Off is BACK celebrating this year's Homecoming honored guests- Drum Majors, Golden Girls, & Silks. 

Today John and Tim sit down with 80s Drum Major (and Homecoming Musical Director) Jeff Sebille and 2010s Drum Major (and serving member of the US Armed Forces) Isaac Anderson.

Jeff tells John and Tim about his journey to becoming Drum Major and Director of Alumni Bands and Homecoming Chair, and speaks passionately about his memorable shows and performances in the Hawkeye Marching Band.

Isaac talks about his humbling journey from DCI to Drum Major, the folks that got him there, and the systems of the HMB.

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Transition music performed & recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band.

It's Homecoming 2025 and John and Tim sit down with 70s Drum Major Dr. Tom Leslie to talk about his time under Dr. Tom Davis in the Hawkeye Marching Band. Dr. Leslie gives us an overview of his time in the band, as a twin drum major, with the first Lani Jo- the first Golden Girl, the legacy of Fred Ebbs, what the HMB taught him, and his journey to being a 40 year director at UNLV. Give it a listen to hear what the band was like before even the legendary Morgan Jones!

If you want to learn more on the history of the Hawkeye Marching Band, check out Dr. Carter Biggers' doctoral dissertation or listen to him go over it on the Down & Off Podcast. Part 1 (1881-1937s), Part 2 (1937-1973, including Fred Ebbs & Tom Davis), or Part 3 (Morgan Jones through Kevin Kastens)

As always, send feedback to iowaalumniband@gmail.com, "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks

Transition music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band.

Down & Off is back with a look ahead to Homecoming! John & Tim sit down with Homecoming Chair and Musical Director Jeff Sebille to talk about what folks can expect for Homecoming 2025.

Jeff gives a brief history of the Alumni Band, talks about the Thursday Reception, the Friday Parade & post-parade activities, and game day on Saturday! All the things necessary to Take Back the Field in front of a roaring crowd. 

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Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media.

THANK YOU LOU!

In honor of the last game of the Legendary Golden Voice of the Hawkeye Marching Band Lou Crist, here is the interview Tim & John Brown did all the way back on Down & Off Episode 1 in November 2020!

Listen to Lou talk about his time in the HMB, his journey to becoming the Golden Voice, the band under the direction Fred Ebbs, Dr. Tom Davis, the many road & bowl trips, did you know Lou was a BARITONE?!, the origins of The Boom, and so much more.