Dr. Robert Shay, Director of the School of Music, has released the following:

"I must report to you that Dr. Michael Knight will step down from his position as Associate Director of Bands at the end of May. He has accepted a position at St. Norbert College, in De Pere, Wisconsin, as Director of Bands and Head of Instrumental Music Education. Dr. Knight has provided superb leadership for Marching Mizzou, the Symphonic Band, and other ensembles over the last several years, as well as contributing significantly to our academic offerings in conducting and music education, and to many other special events and activities. His strengths as a teacher and leader have been much in evidence, most publicly through Marching Mizzou, a group whose members display tremendous commitment and esprit de corps. I know that Dr. Knight is excited about his new position, which will allow him to change gears somewhat and focus on his interests in concert bands and music education. Please join me in congratulating him on this move!"

Marching Mizzou Alumni Band joins Dr. Shay in wishing Dr. Knight nothing but the best in his new position. And we hope that he can find time in his busy schedule to join us for Homecoming again, either with his trombone or baton.

It just seemed like a week ago that the panic was setting in that Homecoming was coming. Now it's gone. Hardly seems fair.

We had around 150 marchers as part of our pregame show this year. Thanks to all who attended and participated. And for those who couldn't make it back this year, the invitation is open for Homecoming 2010.

Mark your calendars for October 23, 2010, when the Oklahoma Sooners will be our opponents.

See you then.

  M2AB is an organization made up former members of Marching Mizzou and their families.

  M2AB organizes activities around Homecoming each year, but the organization has grown to a year-round part of its members lives.

  M2AB provides opportunities for its members to perform at athletic events when the current spirit bands are not available.

  M2AB provides scholarships for several current members of Marching Mizzou.

  M2AB provides several services for Marching Mizzou on an annual basis, including their pre-season picnic the final night of band camp.

  M2AB helps extend the experience of Marching Mizzou beyond the college years by providing membership directories, newsletters, electronic mailings, an informational web site, and social activities for its membership.

  M2AB is Marching Mizzou Alumni Band. A little older. Maybe a little wiser. But it's the next best thing to being in Marching Mizzou.