Ohio State University - Makio Yearbook (Columbus, OH)

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Ohio State Marching Band Spirit was their by- ' word . . . All of the enthusiasm and spirit that moved a crowd of eighty thousand to its feet for every kickoff seemed to stem from a group of 120 men nattily attired in navy blue, scarlet and grey trimmed uni- forms and white spats — the Ohio State Marching Band. This re- markable group exhibited the particular spirit in question at every football game with fabulous performances of musical formation that put any (and we mean ctny) similar organization in the country to shame. Besides the field formations, they entertained football crowds with sideline demonstrations of their fervor in backing the Buckeyes. Always the success of pre-game rallies depended upon their perform- ances there. Weeks of rigorous practice under the watchful eye of Director Jack Evans preceded every exhibition of marching skill. Members were chosen only after meeting stiff tests of musical ability and physical agility which they displayed convincingly with every performance of the Band. Nothing short of a touchdown against Michigan can equal the pride Buckeye Fans feel while watching their smart, snappy, All-American Marching Band strut across the gridiron, sending a musical challenge echoing throughout the vast Ohio stadium.

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m. I Across the field the west tower ot the st.ulium looms as .1 b.iLkdrop tor the st ui.leiU -e e iew of every football moment. Once glimpsed in full football color of a sunny Saturday afternoon, it leaves a memorable impression . . . Football season again and all the very special excitement that goes along with it is reflected by these game- goers. They are following the crowd over the time-worn route from 15 th Avenue down through the campus, here past the Administration Build- ing, to pass old U. Hall and then to catch a first glimpse of the stadium down College Street.

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Energetic Jim Bodman of Alpha Tau Omega led the Marching Band into intricate formations this year. In an exhibition of spirit that Band members dis- played even on the sidelines, trumpeters give the cheerleaders a hand and provide musical accom- paniment for enthused cheer section. Most enthusiastically re- ceived and most familiar of all formations of the Band is the famous Script Ohio. Tradition has it that the Tuba man long- est a Band member is ac- corded the honor of dot- ting the i .