GO! U NORTHWESTERN!
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WILDCATS MARCHING BAND
FIGHT SONG
GO! U NORTHWESTERN!
Words and Music by Theodore C. Van Etten 13
Go! U Northwestern!
Break right through that line.
With our colors flying,
We will cheer you all the time,
U! Rah! Rah!
Go U Northwestern
Fight for Victory,
Spread far the fame of our fair name
Go Northwestern, win that game.
(Whistle)
(Yell) Go! Northwestern Go!
(Whistle)
(Yell) Go! Northwestern Go!
Hit 'em hard!
Hit 'em low!
Go, Northwestern Go!
(repeat chorus)
MEMBERSHIP: 131 Men and Women
INSTRUMENTATION: 110 winds, 18 percussion and 3 drum
majors
SPECIALTIES: The Wildcats Marching Band has long been famous
for its blend of marching and playing excellence, a variety of
captivating arrangements and innovative routines, its a cappella
singing of the Alma Mater, and incredibile spirit and endless
energy.
UNIFORMS: The uniform features a purple and black diagonal
jacket with a large Northwestern sculpted N in white. A mirroring
colored shako, high white plume, white gloves and spats complete
the uniform.
COLOR GUARD: Since 1948, the Wildcats Band has been fronted
by the colors of the Big Ten Conference Universities. On the field,
the guard provided color, flashing and visual enhancements to
halftime drills and concert numbers.
The Wildcats Marching Band has long been recognized as one of
the very finest in the nation. A completely volunteer organization,
the group encompasses students from every school on campus.
A mixture of traditional and new marching styles communicates
the bands' unique pride and enthusiasm to all fans.
In addition to performances at all home games at Ryan Field and
the Chicago Bears' season opener on Monday Night Football on
September 19, NUMB will accompany the 'Cats to Columbus, Ohio
for their matchup against the Buckeyes on October 29.
NUMB is open to all students with previous band experience,
providing great fun and excitement in a dynamic Big Ten setting.
Visit northwesternbands.org/numb for more information.
