Known worldwide
as “The Showband of the Southwest,”
the University of Texas Longhorn Band was founded
in 1900 by a chemistry professor who envisioned that
marching bands would one day become an inspiring
addition to the turn of the century football season.
From its humble beginnings of sixteen students
and $150 worth of instruments purchased at Jackson's
Pawn Shop in downtown Austin, the UT Longhorn band
has become recognized as one of the nation's finest
collegiate marching ensembles.
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Awards and
honors include a prestigious Sudler Trophy
from the John Philip Sousa Foundation as well
as numerous appearances in nationally televised
events such as Presidential Inaugural Parades, NFL
Superbowls and College Bowl games. The
Longhorn Band, the largest organization on the University
of Texas campus, is the backbone of school spirit
on campus.
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Thad Anderson
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The Longhorn Band
is under the direction of Dr. Robert Carnochan, with
Associate Director Dr. Scott S. Hanna, and Assistant
Director Mr. Damon Talley. The Longhorn Band Drumline
is instructed by Vic Firth Artist and Educator
Thad Anderson.
Thad Anderson completed his undergraduate work
in Music Education at the University of Central
Florida and holds a Masters of Music in Percussion
Performance Degree from the University of Texas
at Austin. He is currently working towards a
Doctorate of Musical Arts degree and maintains
a busy performing schedule. He
is an alumnus with the Boston Crusaders Drum & Bugle
Corps, and currently is an instructor for the
Crusaders' front ensemble.
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