Hear from band members on what makes the Marching Ravens so special.
"Being a Marching Raven has given me the opportunity to continue my musical career after graduating high school. I enjoy coming together with my band members making music and creating a great field show! Also, I am a part of the game day experience! Watching the fans get excited to see the band march down Ravens walk is just great feeling! If you love playing music, marching band and football I would encourage you to try out!" – Alexis R., Flute
"I have enjoyed my 27 years in Baltimore's Marching Ravens more than I can ever describe. I've had the opportunity to perform for the President, the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, two Hall of Fame parades, two Super Bowl victory parades - there are too many moments to name, and I've gotten to do it all with the best friends anyone could ask for!" – Bryan F., Trombone
"Joining the Marching Ravens has been one of the best decisions of my life. As a lifelong marching band member and football fan, this experience gives me the best of both worlds, allowing me to march past my time in school and also support an amazing football team! I've gained so many friends and one amazing band family in the process!" – Debbie M., Clarinet
"Being a Marching Raven gives me a place where I can be myself without any fear of judgment. My fellow bandmates are my family, and they make me feel like I belong here." – May H., Trumpet
"The camaraderie, the joy we instill in the community and having the opportunity to be that much closer to the plight of the fight! Being a part of the Marching Ravens has allowed this "homer", the opportunity to be a part of and give back to a hometown tradition that I hold near and dear." – James L., Crew Member
"The camaraderie, the joy we instill in the community and having the opportunity to be that much closer to the plight of the fight! Being a part of the Marching Ravens has allowed this "homer", the opportunity to be a part of and give back to a hometown tradition that I hold near and dear." – James L., Crew Member
"As an adult musician there are lots of opportunities for me to get involved in concert and jazz bands in my community but, there are very limited options to continue my involvement in marching band after college. The Marching Ravens provide an opportunity that is hard to find anywhere else in the country to continue my growth in the marching arts and meet new people who are just as passionate as I am about marching band. And did I mention that we get paid for our work??" – Phil B., Mellophone
"I really enjoy the fellowship of the band and its family-like culture. Our team works well to ensure all band members feel supported and are ready to provide an excellent performance. It brings me joy that we put a smile on the fans' faces!" – Kim S., Crew Member
"Being a member of the Marching Ravens has been an experience of a lifetime. Traveling with the band to Hall of Fames events and performing for children at many schools across the Baltimore region has been major highlights of my experience. What I cherish most are the people I've met and the life-long friends that I formed." – Keith K., Drum Major
"My time in Baltimore's Marching Ravens has been a truly amazing opportunity you cannot find anywhere else and has led to some unforgettable experiences! I have made lifelong friends, played with incredible musicians, and performing in front of thousands of fans is exhilarating." – Carlin M., Trumpet