Have you ever left an ISU football game with music from the marching band’s performance ringing in your head? Whether it was the humorous tribute to Mike Myers’ movies or the Cyclone pride-inducing ISU fight song, the Marching bands’ performances emanate and dictate the crowd’s enthusiasm.

On Sunday, the Marching Band will move its popular half-time show indoors at the annual Band Extravaganza. This two-hour event will also showcase the music of the ISU Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble.

“It’s a very fast paced, very enjoyable concert that features the top bands at Iowa State,” said Michael Golemo, director of bands. “This is the one opportunity to hear the marching band indoors and really enjoy the musical excellence of that group.”

This event is the Marching Band’s only indoor performance in the Ames area. Dan Royer, student director of the Marching Band, said the change in environment isn’t too tough for the band; the members just have to play a bit quieter than they do on the football field.

“We still have to put a lot of effort into playing the music,” he said. “We just have to concentrate more on playing well indoors.”

Concertgoers may hear familiar sounds streaming from the instruments of the Marching Band members. Their set will consist of selections from each of the performances, as well as a few additions.

“From the Marching Band you’ll hear a recap from our shows this past fall,” said Martin Province, director of both the Marching Band and the Symphonic Band. “As usual, our percussion will be featured.”

The extravaganza is a good way to showcase the talent of more than 500 ISU students from departments across campus. It’s also a good way to accrue exposure for the four major ensembles and introduce people to bands they may not have specifically gone to watch. Golemo said the point of the Extravaganza is to display the ensembles’ hard work to those willing to listen.

“One of the reasons we exist is to perform,” said Golemo, who is also the director of the ISU Wind Ensemble. “This is one of the ways we can showcase the talent of a large segment of our student musicians.”

The Band Extravaganza also lets students, faculty and community members express ISU spirit and take time to appreciate the talent that contributes to the success of the university.

“The bands represent Iowa State,” Golemo said. “We’re a very public representation of the university. It’s a real celebration of Cyclone spirit. If you’re a true Cyclone, then this is the concert you don’t want to miss.”

The concert caters to a large audience -young, old and everyone in between. If nothing else, it’s just a good excuse to get out of the house and see not only the bands, but also the color guard, drum line and state champion baton twirlers (1997 and 2001).

“It’s a good experience for families to go out on a Sunday afternoon to see a great show,” Royer said. “If you don’t get a chance to get out to the football games, then it is always a good chance to see us if you’re a marching band enthusiast.”

Whether it’s Marching Band enthusiasts or people full of ISU pride that are attending the annual event, the turnout has been excellent in recent years. The extravaganza has nearly sold out at CY Stephens, and this year will probably be no exception.

Shirley Barnes, ensemble secretary for the music department, and her son attended last year’s concert. Both enjoyed the music along with a packed auditorium of what she calls the Marching Band’s “following.”

“I enjoyed seeing all the ensembles perform, but particularly I enjoyed the marching band because I could feel the music,” she said. “It is definitely the fall extravaganza not to be missed.”

So whether you want to hear some live music or just renew your pride in Iowa State, the “Band Extravaganza” is the place to go.

“It’s a type of concert that makes you feel very good about the university,” he said. “It’s one that you’ll leave and you’ll be very glad that you attended.”