Top 10 Ideas for Marching Band Shows in 2022

Choosing your theme for a Marching Band Show can be pretty difficult for a band director. You already have a lot on your plate and then you need to choose a show that will carry you for a full fall season. It can be stressful, and I understand that! So let me help you out with picking a theme for your Marching Band Show. Here are some ideas for you that can hopefully help you out.

1. American Pride

Try doing a typical Americana Show that features Red, White, and Blue Proudly! Music can include the Star-Spangled Banner, Battle Hymn of the Repubic, Yankee Doodle.

2. The Wild West

This can be a fun show that features the music of Aaron Copeland, or any western movie theme. Color guard members can dress in cowboy clothes.

3. Pirates

Do a show that will be rated 'argh'! A pirate show can be a great way to let your members perform in character with sword fights and other pirate moves.

4. Romeo and Juliet

Tell the classic love story of Romeo and Juliet with a show about the timeless novel, but maybe you can give it a modern spin?

5. Water

Aqua, Hydro, The Sea. Pay tribute to open sea with a show about all about water. Show off the power of water. Debussy has some very powerful works about water that can be used to build this show.

6. City Life

Try a show that captures the hustle of a busy city with driving energy and excitement.

7. Angels vs Demons

A recent classic story to tell is the struggle of Angels versus Demons.

8. The Classics

Do a show that highlights the great composers of the past. Feature music from Mozart, Beethoven, Debussy, Tchaikovsky, and more! Connect audiences with the music of the past and give it a modern spin with a show featuring the classics.

9. Zombies

Zombies are always a fun choice. Let your members emulate the walking dead in a show that has an eery vibe that will line up perfectly with the Halloween season.

10. Fire

Bring the heat to the fall season with a show all about fire. These shows are awesome for showing off your percussion section and giving them a concept that has energy and excitement.

Hopefully, these show ideas for your marching band can help you put together a concept that your students will love! There are plenty of other ideas out there, so if one of these doesn't fit for your ensemble, I hope this list can help get the inspiration rolling on eventually finding the right program for you.