George Mason women's basketball has a band at March Madness game? Yep. Meet Green Machine
BATON ROUGE, La. — Fans entering Pete Maravich Assembly Center to watch the No. 11 George Mason women’s basketball team make history with its first NCAA Tournament appearance against No. 6 Florida State on Saturday were greeted by the blare of brass, drums and vocals.
The sound was coming from the Green Machine, George Mason's renowned pep band. The band chartered a flight to Baton Rouge to bring its signature energy and sonic support to the big stage.
George Mason's band Green Machine: What to know
Ranked the No. 1 pep band in the NCAA, the Green Machine is known for its exceptional musical talent and one distinct characteristic: It has a vocals section.
“I was actually one of the first male vocalists to be part of the Green Machine back when I was a student 10 years ago," associate director of Green Machine ensembles Bobby Lacy II said. "I started a vocal coaching section so that we can continue keeping our vocals going."
“Never in a million years think you would see the bongos next to someone who's singing vocals in a pep band," said Grace Killius, a vocalist who’s been with the Green Machine for four years.
The Green Machine's presence has been felt around LSU’s campus throughout the first round of the tournament. The band has been performing concerts in Baton Rouge, creating a vibrant atmosphere and rallying support for the Patriots. Before the game, fans were treated to a high-energy performance outside the arena, showcasing infectious enthusiasm.
The Green Machine’s sound has been heard worldwide, with past performances at the White House and on campsues internationally, including in South Korea. Aside from the sound, what makes the Green Machine special is its diverse membership — only about 10% of the members are music majors.
“If you ask anyone in this band, I can almost guarantee you're going to find no people that have the same major," Killius said. "It's awesome to see everyone who loves it share with their friends and just bring in more and more folks who love music just as much.”
The Green Machine's presence in Baton Rouge underscores the deep connection between the university's athletic programs and its vibrant student community. As the women's basketball team battles it out on the court, the Green Machine will be there every step of the way, providing a powerful soundtrack to this historic March Madness appearance.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: George Mason women's basketball has Green Machine band at March Madness
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