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band.nd.edu is the official website of the Notre Dame Band, the University of Notre Dame's band program, home of the "Band of the Fighting Irish." It is the place to go if you want to learn about the program, apply or request information about joining, arrange a visit as a prospective student, follow band news and events, or give to the band. It is an informational and recruitment site for the program, not a ticketing or merchandise store.
What the Site Covers
The site is organized around the band program itself and the people who want to take part in it or follow it.
The Band of the Fighting Irish
The centerpiece is the "Band of the Fighting Irish," which the site describes through the experience of a fall game day: performing at the "Concert on the Steps," marching to Notre Dame Stadium, and making an entrance in front of 80,000 fans. According to the site, the band is made up of students from around the world enrolled in every field of study at the University of Notre Dame, Saint Mary's College, and Holy Cross College.
Participation and Prospective Students
The site provides two distinct paths for people interested in the band:
- Apply or request information: Fill out the Notre Dame Band Application/Information Form to apply or receive more information.
- Visit as a prospective student: Fill out the prospective student visit form, and the band will contact you to arrange a time to talk with someone from the program.
News
The news section lists band updates. Examples shown on the site include:
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall 2026 (October) Newsletter | October 06, 2026 |
| Summer 2026 (July) Newsletter | July 07, 2026 |
| Paul Popiel named Kenn and Pamela Ricci Director of Bands and professor of music at Notre Dame | May 12, 2026 |
Events
The events section lists football game-day appearances and concerts. Examples shown on the site include:
| Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Football vs Miami | Sat, Nov 7, All Day | Notre Dame Stadium |
| Football vs Boston College | Sat, Nov 14, All Day | Notre Dame Stadium |
| Football vs SMU | Sat, Nov 21, All Day | Notre Dame Stadium |
| Symphonic Winds & Band Concert | Sun, Nov 22, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | DeBartolo Performing Arts Center |
Giving
The site explains that gifts to the O'Brien Band Fund help band members "look and sound their very best throughout the year," with a link to make a gift.
Who It's For
- Prospective and current students considering or participating in the band at Notre Dame, Saint Mary's College, or Holy Cross College.
- Families and visitors who want to understand the program or arrange a campus conversation with band staff.
- Fans and alumni following game-day performances, concerts, and band news.
- Donors interested in supporting the band through the O'Brien Band Fund.
What to Do on the Site
- If you want to join or learn more: Complete the Notre Dame Band Application/Information Form linked from the site.
- If you're visiting campus: Submit the prospective student visit form so the band can schedule a time to meet.
- If you want to attend a performance: Check the Events section for game-day appearances at Notre Dame Stadium and concerts such as those at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center.
- If you want to support the band: Use the giving link to contribute to the O'Brien Band Fund.
The site does not list pricing, ticket sales, or membership fees, so treat it as a program information and contact hub rather than a transaction page.