PURDUE UNIVERSITY DRUMLINES & PERCUSSION

OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF PURDUE UNIVERSITY'S DRUMLINES, WORLD'S LARGEST DRUM™, AND PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
2022-2023 Packets are available on the Audition Packets page.

Welcome one and all!

Welcome to the official website of the Purdue University Drumline! Under the direction of Dr. Pamela J. Nave, the Purdue Drumline consists of the All-American Marching Band (AAMB) Drumline, the Boiler Beats Drumline, the World's Largest Drum™, and the AAMB Drum Majors. We consistently strive to bring a unique sound to the band both on and off the field. Here, you will find all of our audition information and announcements regarding the Purdue Drumline. You can also find some information about our indoor/concert ensembles.

If you are planning on auditioning for the Purdue Drumline next season, sign up for our email list below!

Sign Up to get Information About Trying Out!

The Purdue Drumline (PUDL) manages this email list to inform prospective members about drumline-specific information! We'll use this list to release Tech Weekend info, this year's Audition Cadence, and more! Sign up below to stay in touch with Dr. Nave and the SL team!

About the Director

Dr. Pamela J. Nave, Director of Percussion at Purdue University, operates the Purdue Drumline. Learn more about her education, background, and philosophy.

The World's Largest Drum™

One of Purdue's most famous icons, the World's Largest Drum™, is known across the world. Read the full history of the World's Largest Drum™ and learn what it takes to be in the Drum Crew. Or, help us keep it rolling by donating to its care.
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Concert Ensembles 

In addition to the drumline, we have multiple indoor opportunities including concert bands, jazz bands, pep bands, and percussion ensembles. Want to audition for one? You've come to the right place!