Marching band takes possession of new Elbel Field facility

John Pasquale, Donald R. Shepherd Professor of Conducting and director of Michigan Marching and Athletic Bands, leads the band in a rehearsal at its new Elbel Field practice facility.

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As the Michigan Marching Band prepares for its upcoming season, it is now rehearsing at its new Elbel Field location.The new field features several improvements. Field markings are now identical to those in Michigan Stadium, allowing the musicians to practice marching to a specific spot, and it is now oriented north and south instead of east to west so the sun’s path is the same as at the Big House.

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