Summer EP 6: Bringing Back the Bulldog Band

Behind the Bulldogs · Jul 1, 2026 · 25m

On this edition of Behind the Bulldogs, Dr. Dan Atwood joins Brandon and Tatum to talk about the resurrection of the Ferris State marching band, the resurgence of the athletic pep band, and cool improvements coming this next year.

TIME CODES:

0:00 - Intro

1:35 - Process to Bringing the Band Back

5:16 - Dr. Atwood's Previous Band Experience

7:18 - Inaugural Season Analysis + Next Year Plans

12:09 - Professional Band Instruction

14:04 - Athletic Pep Band Looking Ahead

16:52 - The Grind of Band Camp & Seasons

19:20 - Favorite Parts & Some Misconceptions of the Process

23:48 - Expectations &…