I'm a music fanatic and I'm starting to fall in love with the idea of joining a college marching band. Just out of curiosity, which university has the biggest marching band in America?
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign boasts the biggest marching band in America. Their ensemble, called the "Marching Illini," consists of approximately 400 students. This band is recognized for its many firsts in the collegiate marching band realm, such as being the first to perform a halftime show. Being part of such a legendary and sizable band could be a remarkable experience as you continue to pursue your passion for music in college.
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