The University of Miami "Band of the Hour", named after a Henry Fillmore march, Man of the Hour, in 1948, has existed in one form or another since 1928 (77 years!). Along with its commitment to musical and artistic excellence, the "Band of the Hour" has maintained a long tradition of service to the University. The University of Miami "Band of the Hour" is the largest and most spirited student organization on the UM campus and draws its membership from the entire student body, representing every state and most majors.

Along with the activities related to Hurricane football including pep rallies, parades, home games in the historic Miami Orange Bowl, and regular television appearances, the "Band of the Hour" has performed in numerous national conventions, national television variety shows, three major motion pictures, promotional recordings of new band music and a national television commercial. The "Band of the Hour" presently has its newest CD "THE EYE OF THE STORM" available in national distribution. In addition, the Band has served three times as host band for the American Bandmasters Association, a distinction held by no other college band.

The "Band of the Hour" has performed at the 1987, 1994 and 2003 Fiesta Bowls, 1989, 1992, 1995 and 2004 Orange Bowls, 1990, 1993 and 2001 Sugar Bowls, 1991 Cotton Bowl, the 2002 Rose Bowl, and most recently at the 2004 Peach Bowl. After its founding by Walter Schaffer, the band has had only five former directors in its storied history: Fred McCall, William Russell, Michael Mann, Michael Dressman, and C. David Ragsdale.

The 2005-2006 "Band of the Hour" is under the direction of Mr. Phillip Clements, and is led onto the field by band captain Mario Cruz. In its 78th year of existence the "Band of the Hour" strives to renew tradition through unity, with enthusiasm, pride and determination for visual and musical excellence. The "Band of the Hour" is a family united under one common goal: to be the "Eye of the Hurricane Spirit!!"