Purdue marching director prof.Matt Conaway agreed on a megal deal with Ohio State University marching band

 

As of May 22, 2025, there is no verified information or official announcement regarding a collaboration or deal between Purdue University’s “All-American” Marching Band and Ohio State University’s Marching Band under the direction of Professor Matt Conaway. Both institutions have rich traditions in collegiate marching bands, with Purdue’s band being the official band of the Indianapolis 500 since 1919 and Ohio State’s band renowned for its “Script Ohio” formation . However, any recent developments involving a partnership between these two bands have not been publicly disclosed.(Wikipedia, Wikipedia)

Professor Matt Conaway, appointed as the Interim Director of Purdue’s “All-American” Marching Band in February 2025 , has a distinguished career as a composer and arranger. His arrangements, including the iconic “Back Home Again In Indiana,” are performed annually at the Indianapolis 500 pre-race ceremony . Despite his extensive experience and collaborations with various institutions, there is no current information linking him to a deal with Ohio State University’s marching band.(Purdue University, Purdue University)

For accurate and up-to-date information on any potential collaborations between Purdue and Ohio State’s marching bands, it’s recommended to consult official announcements from Purdue Bands & Orchestras or Ohio State University’s Marching Band.