However, the Athletic Bands do not provide electric bass guitars at this time. What if I don't own a piccolo, mellophone, tenor saxophone, marching baritone, or tuba? No worries! The UNO Athletic Bands have an extensive array of instruments available for check-out in order to participate in the Athletic Band program.
Do I get paid? Absolutely! Due to the generous support of the University, the UNO Athletic Bands are pleased to offer each full member of the Maverick Machine $500 at the conclusion of the season. For more information on UNO's COVID-19 response, please visit the Maverick COVID Response webpage. All rehearsals and performances will comply with the latest guidelines from the CDC, the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services, and from the internationally-recognized Performing Arts Aerosol Study sponsored by the College Band Directors National Association and the National Federation of State High School Associations. Are there special guidelines for participating in MMB during COVID-19? The faculty and staff at the University of Nebraska at Omaha are committed to the safety of all of our students, faculty, and staff. In 2016 the Maverick Machine played for President Barack Obama's historic visit to the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Occasionally the Maverick Machine may be asked to perform at special functions. At which sports do the Maverick Machine perform? The Maverick Machine plays at Volleyball, Men's and Women's Basketball, and our nationally-ranked hockey team.
Registration for auditions will open in mid- to late-August. These auditions take place at the beginning of the fall semester.
Do I have to audition to be a member of the Maverick Machine? Yes. The Maverick Machine uses the following instruments: piccolo, clarinet, alto and tenor saxophone, trumpet, mellophone/horn, trombone, baritone, tuba, drumset, and electric bass (guitar). Kearney at for more information about participation as a non-UNO student. Non-UNO students are eligible for participation on a case-by-case basis. You do not have to be a music major to participate! Members of the Maverick Machine represent all academic disciplines on campus. Who can join the Maverick Machine? Membership in the Maverick Machine is open to all students on the UNO campus. Kearney an email ( indicating that you plan to audition for drumset along with your NUID so MavCard access can be granted to the drumset practice area.
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