Holy Cross Goodtime Marching Band

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Holy Cross Goodtime Marching Band
Goodtime Marching Band in 2023
School	College of the Holy Cross
Location	Worcester, Massachusetts
Conference	Patriot League
Founded	1845
Director	Duane Melzer
Members	40–80
Fight song	"Chu Chu, Rah Rah"
Website	www.holycross.edu/holy-cross-bands

Formed in 1845, the Holy Cross Goodtime Marching Band is one of the oldest organizations at The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA, and one of the oldest college bands in the United States.^[1] The Crusaders Marching Band first began performing at football games in 1910 and the band's role has expanded significantly since to include other athletic appearances, performing at all home football games, selected away games, in exhibition at high school band competitions, and at various events throughout the country. In the spring, the marching band converts into the Holy Cross Crusader Pep Band and plays at all home basketball games, and travels with the teams to the NCAA tournament. The Marching Band performs at Fitton Field while the Pep Band plays in the Hart Center.