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History

The first band at Oklahoma A&M College (now Oklahoma State University) was organized in 1905 by Harry Dunn, a student at the school, and directed by a Mr. Wood. It consisted of 22 members.OSU Bands History
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band. It was believed to be the largest drum in the country at that time.History of the Oklahoma State University Big Spirit Drum
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Directors since 1981

*Dr. Richard Kastendieck (1981-1986) *Gregory Talford (1986-1987) *William Ballenger (1987-1992) *Glen J. Hemberger (1992-1997) *Dr. Michael A. Raiber (1997-2000) *David Wick (2000-2001) *Bradley J. Genevro (2001-2004) *Dr. Paul W. Popiel (2004-2006) *Dr. D. Bradley Snow (2006-2010) *Dr. Doug Henderson (2010-2020) *Dr. Tyler Austin (2020-2022) *Dr. Phil Vallejo (2022-present)

References

External links

Official website

Oklahoma State Alumni Band Association
Big 12 Conference marching bands

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