# Event Details

- **Event Name**: "Moments of Happiness: My History with the UW Marching Band": In-Person Badger Talk in Lake Mills
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 06 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: This is a free, in-person event hosted on November 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM by the Club 55 Senior Center. Registration will consist of a sign-in at the center. 

When Mike Leckrone became director of the Wisconsin Marching Band, interest in the program was low. By creating a new, demanding marching style, “stop at the top”, a pre-game run on, and the development of the band’s “fifth quarter” post-game performances, he emphasized showmanship and turned the program around. Mike will share an overview, including funny anecdotes and stories, regarding the evolution of “The greatest band in the land.” He will discuss his history as an educator, leader and motivator, and explain the journey of development of the UW Spring Band Concert from a modest performance for 400 loyal fans in 1975, to a three night extravaganza drawing in more than 35,000 people.

Presenter Michael Leckrone is the former Director of the Marching Band and Director of Bands at the University of Wisconsin. A native of Indiana, Mr. Leckrone received his Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from Butler University in Indianapolis and has continued his studies at the doctoral level at Indiana University. Before coming to Wisconsin he taught at his alma mater, where he developed one of the finest marching bands in the Midwest. He is in constant demand as a clinician, guest conductor and adjudicator for concert and marching bands throughout the United States and Canada, and his experience also includes considerable professional work as an arranger, composer and performer.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lake-mills/moments-of-happiness-my-history-with-the-uw-marching-band-in-person-badger-talk-in-lake-mills/200029084827220
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, performances, art, fine-arts, drawing-painting
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lake Mills
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 603 E Lake St, Lake Mills, WI 53551-1738, United States
- **lat**: 43.07892
- **long**: -88.9039
- **full address**: 603 E Lake St, Lake Mills, WI 53551-1738, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is "Moments of Happiness: My History with the UW Marching Band": In-Person Badger Talk in Lake Mills being held?
  - **A:** "Moments of Happiness: My History with the UW Marching Band": In-Person Badger Talk in Lake Mills takes place on Thu, 06 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am to Thu, 06 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am at 603 E Lake St, Lake Mills, WI 53551-1738, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing "Moments of Happiness: My History with the UW Marching Band": In-Person Badger Talk in Lake Mills?
  - **A:** "Moments of Happiness: My History with the UW Marching Band": In-Person Badger Talk in Lake Mills is organized by Badger Talks.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** "Moments of Happiness: My History with the UW Marching Band": In-Person Badger Talk in Lake Mills is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lake Mills, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If "Moments of Happiness: My History with the UW Marching Band": In-Person Badger Talk in Lake Mills sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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