Minnesota State University Marching Band

The Minnesota State University Marching Band (also known as The Maverick Machine) is the marching band of Minnesota State University, Mankato.

The band generates enthusiasm and excitement by promoting school spirit and morale.

[1] The group performs at home football, hockey, and basketball events.

The Maverick Machine consists of five ensembles: the marching band, drumline, color guard, pep band, and the indoor winds, which is the first collegiate WGI winds group in Minnesota.

[2] On average, the Maverick Machine plays at over 80 events per school year for approximately 170,000 people.

The Maverick Machine playing at a home football game at Blakeslee Stadium in the Fall of 2019.