There is no way properly explaining how fantastic this chant is in writing. But, anyway, make your school proud by familiarizing yourself with the lyrics so you won’t have to fake your way through years of singing the Alma Mater. Following the Star Spangled Banner, the band generally does some sort of tribute to the opposing team — involving the opposition’s fight song — before breaking into “Victory.”. PennLive file photo. We’re here to placate any concerns about these proud musical traditions synonymous with Penn State football. In my opinion, however, the band pregame show sets the mood for the rest of the game, is very easy to partake in, and is way more fun with a packed student section. Despite sounding optimistic about the fall, Barbour didn’t comment on Penn State potentially hosting its annual Blue-White Game this spring. The Blue Band performs many times throughout the school year, not only during football season. Stream songs including "Lion Fanfare W/ Downfield", "Alma Mater" and more. 15. Find album reviews, stream songs, credits and award information for We Are Penn State - Penn State Blue Band on AllMusic - 1992 Seeing as this week is Penn State’s Homecoming, I thought I would take a look at Penn State’s fight song, Fight On, State.The recording I used came straight from the Blue Band website so you can be certain it is an authentic recording.. Fight On, State was shared with the Music Department at Penn State in 1933.It is played by the Blue Band after every touchdown. Onward Debates The Penn State Athletic Bands program provides resources and opportunities through music education to support student learning, artistic expression and leadership development for student success at Penn State and beyond. Listen to College Fight Songs - Penn State Nittany Lions by Penn State Blue Band on Apple Music. 4:30pm - 7:00pm Dinner break. Here’s one that every freshman experienced during convocation. Michigan-102117-Blue Band Feature twirler Rachel Reiss and the Penn State Blue Band performed a variety of television theme songs during their halftime show at Beaver Stadium Oct. 21. . In fact, Penn State is credited with bringing this now-iconic song to the grand stage of sports. "The Nittany Lion" is a traditional fight song played by the Penn State Blue Band at football games and other sporting events. At this point, the crowd will sing something along the lines of “Woahhhhhh, woahhhh, woahhhhh, let’s go state!” The drum major also makes way down the center of the band twice, ending his runs with front flips and splits — much to the delight of the crowd. 11:30am - 1:30pm Lunch break. with all their might. It’s all pretty exciting stuff. The Penn State Blue Band will (virtually) take the field this weekend for the first time this fall. 1:30pm - 4:30pm BLUE BAND REHEARSAL. Campos has “always loved Elton John.” As a member of Penn State’s Blue Band, she was able to perform one of the artist’s most popular songs last year during a space- themed show. “We loved that song. . ever the goal to gain; Into the game for Penn State’s fame, Fight on to vict’ry (WE! The band pregame show is often missed by a large cohort of students that are consuming as much alcohol as humanly possible before stumbling into the stadium. Yes there is intentionally no singing after the second chorus. We endeavor to realize this mission through participation in the Marching Blue Band and the Athletic Bands. The Penn State Blue Band. Dear Alma Mater, Fairest of all. The Penn State Blue Band leads the football team into Beaver Stadium for the Rutgers game on Sept. 19, 2015. 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FIGHT! The Blue Band will hype up the crowd with “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes throughout the game. While it is not the official fight song of Penn State, it is one of the songs most widely associated with the university, and is also incorrectly referred to as "Hail to the … 7:00pm - 10:00pm BLUE BAND REHEARSAL Friday – August 20th Blue Band Building/Practice Field Some user-contributed text on this page is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License; additional terms may apply. Zombie Nation will play the team's entrance through the stadium tunnel, as will The Lion King soundtrack. IMAGE: Patrick Mansell Sweet Land Of Liberty. In order to get a sense for the pregame show, you may want to watch this video. Most importantly, he’ll ask, “Are you ready for Penn State football?” That is how you will know that the Blue Band is about to perform a rendition of “The Hey Song.”. on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. So the Penn State Blue Band will perform its pre-game show virtually. The Blue Band will hype up the crowd with “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes throughout the game. Go directly to shout page. Roman Bravo-Young and Aaron Brooks each won Big Ten titles Sunday night. Live and Let Die, song (for the film Live and Let Die) Paul McCartney. 196 Followers. In fact, Penn State is credited with bringing this now-iconic song to the grand stage of sports. This song is one that will give you goose bumps. We’ll hit that line, roll up the score, Fight on to victory ever more, Fight on, on, on, on, on, Fight on, on, Penn State! We’re ever true to you, dear old White and Blue. The Blue Band then gets in formation to play the National Anthem — pretty standard sporting stuff. Thursday – August 19th Blue Band Building/Practice Field 8:30am - 11:30am BLUE BAND REHEARSAL. Listen to music from Penn State Blue Band like Alma Mater, Everything's Coming Up Roses & more. 16. Six candidates tried out, but only one could emerge as the 58th drum major of the Blue Band. All things related to the Blue Band and Penn State. 01:45. The OFFICIAL Blue Band Facebook page. The show will feature songs from throughout the ages, and as a traditional component of the Penn State Homecoming festivities, in addition to the Blue Band, the Penn State Alumni Blue Band will also be featured on the field at pregame and halftime. Roar, Lions, roar: (LET’S GO STATE!) Onward State, (GO!) The band learns a new halftime show for every home game to add a variety of music to the band's repertoire, as well as adding variety to halftime performances. “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond is another song I’d suggest familiarizing yourself with to immerse yourself in the Penn State experience. He is legally required to tell you that he's from right outside of Philly. Livin’ On A Prayer. Strike your gait and win, (LET’S GO STATE!) Penn State Blue Band Official. Email Derek compliments and dad-jokes at [email protected]. Stream songs including "Penn State Fight On, State", "Penn State Floating Lions Drill" … The Blue Band competes against the University of Memphis marching band.