The new uniform showcases a two-toned red and white jacket with a metallic gradient sash, accentuated by a small red gothic “L” logo on the right sleeve. Positioned prominently, the iconic Cardinal logo adorns the left chest, while the “Louisville” wordmark spans across the upper back.������

“The donation was anonymous as was the exact amount, but it was motivated by our strong appearances and appreciation for the students’ hard work representing our university at high profile events over the past year,” said Jason Cumberledge, director of athletic bands. “It was noticed that we had a need for a new and fresh appearance that matches the energy of our athletics teams.”������

Cumberledge said all of the band directors had a hand in designing and approving the new uniform design. He also recalls the moment the ensemble learned about the new uniforms.������

“A loud roar was heard following the announcement,” he said.

The details create a sleek and sophisticated aesthetic, while paying homage to the current uniforms, which have been in use for the past decade.

The Cardinal Marching Band is the largest musical ambassador representing the University of Louisville and the second largest student organization on campus. With vibrant tradition and sound that spans more than 80 years, the Cardinal Marching Band has been�� prominently featured. They have been notably recognized as the official marching band of the Kentucky Derby since 1936.����

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By Laren Hines

Joining in unity during the worldwide pandemic when college marching bands have been forced to the sidelines, the��IMB��will keep the spirit alive by performing Beyonce’s “End of Time” at halftime during the College Football Playoff National Championship game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Alabama Crimson Tide. The game begins at 8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 11; halftime is expected near 10 p.m.

The virtual college marching band show will be shown to the game’s spectators at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. It also will livestream on the

Each UofL student was invited by Cardinal Marching Band faculty to submit their performance video for inclusion in the show. The CBDNA IMB does not have information on the number of students that actually submitted a video, so not all 11 students may be in the final performance.

The IMB performance will showcase all of the unique aspects of a college halftime show including musicians, drum majors, color guard members, dancers and majorettes. The students invited to perform from UofL are Samara Hall, Gage Higdon, Natalie Humble, Kirk Knight, Michael LaRoche, Steffany Lien, Torien Miles,�� Alanna Parham, Miranda Phelps, Allyson Reininga, Ben Rigor, Joshua Stump and Allison Trostle.

“During these challenging times, we are excited that CBDNA, along with some amazing partners, can offer an event so positive to collegiate band programs across the country,” said Barry Houser, chair of the CBDNA’s athletic bands committee and director of the Marching Illini at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. “Students in college bands have been forced apart due to COVID-19, but the virtual Intercollegiate Marching Band will be an event that will bring together nearly 1,500 college marching band students, virtually unified as one band.”

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