Marching Illini

We are the University of Illinois Marching Illini-part of the Nation’s First Collegiate Band Program founded in 1868 & led by Director @BarryLHouser #Band158

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Today, we pause to remember & honor the brave men & women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

The Marching Illini are forever grateful for the courage, dedication, & selflessness of those who gave their lives defending our freedoms.

We remember. 🇺🇸

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#band158 auditions are coming to a close. Rosters for Drumline, Guard, and Illinettes are set.

Deadline for Woodwinds & Brass is May 1st at 11:59pm

Audition information
https://t.co/CrhuTSuOqj

Questions: [email protected]

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We had an amazing time at yesterday’s FanFest Pep Rally - featuring bands and spirit squads from all Final Four schools. One B1G picture together! 🔶🔷💯🏀

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Thank you @ABC7Chicago for taking some time at the Open Practice to interview two of our seniors in the Hoops Band...Paige Wheeler and Kyle Boone!

FINAL FOUR!!!
https://t.co/rSMWYxeyj9

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In downtown Indy, #Illini fans are up and at 'em!

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From Houston to Indy… the road to Indy continues! 🔶🔷

What an unforgettable run at the Sweet 16 and Elite 8—this team, this band, this cheer team, this energy… simply incredible. Now we’re heading to Indianapolis for the FINAL FOUR. 🏀

Yes… we said it… THE FINAL FOUR! 🏀

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From research to study abroad to the Marching Illini, Tim Pfeiffer is making the most of his time at Illinois.
His advice: explore your interests and take advantage of every opportunity.

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Sweet 16… ✅
Next stop: ELITE 8 🏀

The Fighting Illini Hoops Band is sticking around in Houston and we’re not done yet! So proud of this team and the energy they bring every time they take the floor. Let’s keep it rolling!

HOUSTON - Extended stay. Same mission. 🔶🔷🏀

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Join us this Saturday from 12–3pm for our FREE Marching Illini Clinics! 🧡💙

Whether you’re interested in Drumline, Color Guard, or the Illinettes Dance Team, this is your chance to learn, perform, and connect with the Nation’s Premier College Marching Band!

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The Fighting Illini Hoops Band Day 2 in Houston—and some of our students took a trip to @SpaceCenterHou From exploring rockets, space travel, and everything NASA, we are one day closer to game day! 💫 🏀

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The Fighting Illini Hoops Band is on the move! 🚌 ✈️

Wishing our incredible students safe travels as they head to MBB NCAA Regionals with our @illinicheer friends to bring the energy, spirit, & sound of the Fighting Illini to the national stage.

GO ILLINI! 🔶🔷

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Ireland performance videos! ⬇️
Kilkenny Castle: https://t.co/2FjDVh7SKU

Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade: https://t.co/EVkwbRmhFw

Still more to come from Ireland 2026! 🇮🇪 #band157

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The only one. No comparisons.

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Marching Illini covering a lot of travel the past couple of weeks…Indy, Chicago, Ireland, South Carolina continues and this crew off to Nashville for @IlliniWBB @MarchMadnessWBB Round 1!

Phenomenal ambassadors for @UofIllinois @IlliniAthletics @IlliniMBB @IlliniWBB

🔶🔷☘️🇮🇪

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Parade is in the books! Incredible atmosphere throughout the heart of Dublin! 🧡💚 #band157

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Tune into the parade live, starting at 12:15pm GMT!

https://t.co/qUaUqN3iMs

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☘️ HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY! ☘️
The Marching Illini steps off in the Dublin parade at 12:00PM GMT (7:00AM CDT)!

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☘️ HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY! ☘️
The Marching Illini steps off in the Dublin parade at 12:00PM GMT (7:00AM CDT)!

#marchingillini | #band157 | #altogetherexteaordinary

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Good morning! The Marching Illini is headed to Kilkenny! For those in Ireland, the show gets underway at 12PM GMT! ☘️ #band157

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We have arrived! 🇮🇪 #band157 #marchingillini

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LIFT OFF! 🛫 The Marching Illini is officially Ireland bound! Stay tuned as we share moments throughout our travels on the Emerald Isle! ☘️ #Band157