ONU Marching Band field commander Ryan Briley attempted to make history by playing “The Longest Note” in front of Heterick Memorial Library on Tuesday. There's still time to join us this week as the Star of Northwest Ohio commemorates 125 years of accomplishment.

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For 125 years, the Ohio Northern University Marching Band contributed to the Northern campus and the Ada community.

When students J.B. McArthur and S.H. Myers led the first marching band in 1890, it is doubtful that either considered the legacy they were leaving.

Since then, the Star of Northwest Ohio has embraced music performance, encouraged commitment, channeled dedication and developed a sense of purpose in countless young adults.

If McArthur and Marshall were here today, they would certainly agree that the Ohio Northern University marching band is a remarkable musical organization.

Join the band this week as it commemorates 125 years of accomplishment.

Events already completed:

Oct. 26 – Recognition Day
Marching band members will wear their jackets and other paraphernalia throughout the day.

Tuesday, Oct. 27 – History Day
An ONUMB exhibit will be on display in the McIntosh Center lounge, and field commander Ryan Briley will attempt to make history by playing “The Longest Note” in front of Heterick Memorial Library starting at 11 a.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 28 – “Rally Around the Flag”
The ONUMB will perform the “Star Spangled Banner” and the armed forces service songs at 4:15 p.m. in front of Lehr Memorial.

On the schedule:
Thursday, Oct. 29 – Chapel
Join the ONUMB in Chapel at 11 a.m.

Friday, Oct. 30 – Frightening, Freaky, Friday
Details to be announced.

Saturday, Oct. 31 – Game Day
ONUMB lunch and halftime performance during the ONU football game versus Marietta.

Sunday, Nov. 1 – “Band-O-Rama 2015”
Watch the ONUMB in concert at the Freed Center for the Performing Arts at 4 p.m.