The Drum Major for the Titan Thunder Marching Band wears many hats, including the tall one! We are pleased to announce the selection of Finch O’Reilly as Drum Major for 2026!

As chief student liaison and leader, the Drum Major is the link between the membership and staff and helps coordinate key components of the student experience, including preseason communication, welcome, and camp; social events and outreach; and the annual banquet. Musically, the Drum Major serves as the primary rehearsal and stands conductor and also develops highly visible mace routines for on-field performance. Commitment to positive morale and personal integrity is vital, as the Drum Major represents the program and membership both on and off the field. It is an extremely rewarding position that will no doubt be the highlight of one’s collegiate career! 

The Section Leaders of the Titan Thunder Marching Band are vital to the success of the program! We are pleased to announce the selection of the following students for Fall 2026!

• Piccolo – Natalee Springstroh
• Clarinet – Nona Knepple
• Saxophone – Lizzy Endres, Alicia Downey
• Trumpet/Mellophone – Aspen Machovec
• Trombone – Tim Scheck
• Baritone – Logan Smith
• Sousaphone – Vincent Glatczak
• Drumline – Kyle Barnes, Bridger Wenzel, Elise May
• Color Guard – Mackenzie Williams, Cecilia Garcia
• Twirlers – Dakota Miller

Student Leaders serve as on-field musical and visual instructors who lead by example through preparation, high standards, and attention to detail. They build relationships with section members to encourage wellness and positive experiences and maintain open two-way communication between their section and the drum major and staff. Each Student Leader also contributes year-round to one of the following committees: Member Experience, Recruitment, or Steering. It is a great way to gain valuable leadership and teaching experience in an activity you love! 

The band is so much more than just music and marching! Student-led Leadership Committees help make the whole Titan Thunder experience one to remember!

• Member Experience Committee – Logan Smith (chair), Alicia Downey, Cecilia Garcia, Nona Knepple, Elise May, Dakota Miller
• Recruitment Committee – Mackenzie Williams (chair), Vincent Glatczak, Leyna Hintzman, Sarah Meyer, Alex Pedretti, Owen Simpson, Natalee Springstroh, Jozi Womack
• Steering Committee – Finch O’Reilly (chair), Kyle Barnes, Lizzy Endres, Aspen Machovec, Tim Scheck, Bridger Wenzel

Also, every TTMB member participates on a Work Team, which helps distribute the load of logistics and (sometimes) heavy lifting! Work Teams include field painting, field setup, field teardown, truck teams, and uniform team. Some of these have regular short commitments throughout the season, while others have larger but more infrequent duties. Members choose what fits their availability and interests!