3 from Orleans County in University at Buffalo Marching Band

Posted 7 October 2025 at 7:27 pm

Press release and photo courtesy of University at Buffalo

BUFFALO – The following local students were selected as a member of the UB Marching Band for the 2025 season:

Zackary Baron of Albion, a member of the drumline.
Jaxon Phillips of Medina, a member of the drumline.
Caiden Class of Medina, who plays the alto saxophone.

The Marching Band – nicknamed “Thunder of the East” – is the largest and most visible student musical experience at UB. For over 100 years, the group has entertained tens of thousands of UB fans each season with high-energy performances and True Blue spirit.

“I see membership in the UB Marching Band as a journey of tradition and purpose where students grow, inspire others and carry the university’s spirit in every performance,” said James Mauck, Marching Band director. “Membership in the UB Marching Band goes beyond music – it’s about friendships, inspiration and pride in representing the university.”

The Marching Band includes woodwinds, brass and drumline sections, along with members of the color guard, feature twirlers and UB Dazzlers (dance team).

In addition to performing at UB events, the Marching Band performed in front of 70,000 fans at the Buffalo Bills home game vs. the New Orleans Saints on Sept. 28.