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Step off the field and into the stories behind the music. Showtime! brings you heartfelt, inspiring, and often hilarious stories from current and former members of the Pride of the Mountains marching band. Discover how this extraordinary program has shaped lives, built lifelong friendships, and created unforgettable memories—one performance at a time.
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Latest Episodes
Service Through Music ft. POTM Military Band Alumni
In this episode of Showtime, we connect with Pride of the Mountains alumni who have taken their talents from the marching field to military bands across the U.S. Armed Forces. They share what inspired them to pursue a career of service through ...
Low Reeds in Business ft. Madi Rose and Nicole Petersohn
In this episode of Showtime, we feature two former low reed players from the Pride of the Mountains who are now thriving small business owners. They reflect on their shared passion for music and marching band, their journeys after WCU, and how ...
Extending the Line ft. POTM Leaders and Alumni
Join us on March 25, 2026, as we pay it forward through our Extend the Line fundraising campaign. If the Pride of the Mountains marching band has impacted your life, now is a great time to pay it forward for current and future members of the ma...
Building the Pride ft. Bob Buckner
In this special episode of Showtime, we sit down with Bob Buckner — a true icon in the marching band world and the visionary who helped shape Pride of the Mountains into what it is today. Bob takes a trip down memory lane to share stories from ...
Keeping Time ft. Snare Drum Section Leaders
In this episode of Showtime, we bring together multiple generations of snare drum section leaders from the Pride of the Mountains. These alumni share their unique journeys to Western Carolina University, reflect on their time leading the line, ...