Athletics Bands

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Contact Dr. Joe Moore

ETSU Marching Band - FAQ

• How do I audition?

  Brass/Woodwinds: If you have previous high school marching band experience, you do not need to audition for a spot in the hornline.

  Percussion:  Auditions are required for a spot in the drumline.

  • For more information, contact our Marching Percussion Director, Mr. Logan Ball, balllj1@etsu.edu

  Colorguard: Auditions are required and will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 1:00 - 5:30 p.m. in the Basler Center for Physical Activity (CPA), located at 1244 Jack Vest Dr, Johnson City.  Please complete the Marching Bucs Interest Form prior to audition.

  • For more information moorejd@etsu.edu

  Teaching videos for audition routines:

  Tennessee Waltz

  Fight Song

  Seven Toss

  Pull Hits

  Drop Spins

  Majorettes: Auditions are required and will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Basler Center for Physical Activity (CPA), located at 1244 Jack Vest Dr, Johnson City.  Please complete the Marching Bucs Interest Form prior to audition.

  Audition Requirements for Majorettes:

  • 2 turn
  • Toss illusionCandidates will be required to perform a solo routine that is no longer than 2 minutes, including 1 and 2 batons. A group routine will be taught at auditions.
  • Wear a twirl costume or leotard. 

  For more information:
   etsumajorettes@gmail.com

• How do I enroll?

  Fill out your information at the link listed above if you are planning to participate!

  When registering for classes, Marching Band is: MUSC 1201
  *Please note: Incoming Freshman should NOT register for the Freshman Preview since it conflicts with Band Camp

  If I'm attending Northeast State Community College can I participate?
  Yes! You can enroll for the marching band class at ETSU and be a member of the Marching Bucs. For more information and assistance with registering, contact Shayna Kyle at kyless@etsu.edu 

• Are Scholarships available?

  Performance Awards of various financial levels are available to instrumentalists (brass, woodwinds, and percussion) and will be awarded based on the performance level of the individual auditioning as well as the overall needs of the band.

  Auditions for brass and woodwinds include a prepared selection that best showcases your musical abilities. Contact Dr. Moore to schedule an audition, moorejd@etsu.edu

• How much time will be involved?

  Band Camp is scheduled for the week before classes begin:  August 15 – 21, 2020.
  
  Class meets MWF 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

  Saturdays of Home Football Games are required.

  High School Exhibitions and Bands of America Regional Championship are additional dates. 

   

• What expenses are involved?

  Uniform shoes
  Gloves
  Flip Folder/Music Lyre (Hornline)
  DrillBook Next app
• Housing Options:

  There are many on-campus housing options available with varying amenities, price points, and locations. While on-campus living is not required, except if required by a scholarship or program, it is strongly encouraged for first-year students as the best strategy for transitioning to the University. The convenience of being on campus with other Marching Bucs is a great way to connect and become a part of the ETSU Family. There is an Arts Living-Learning Community that is designed for students studying/ interested in the fine and performing arts to live together, connect across disciplines, and practice creativity and collaboration. For more information, email  housing@etsu.edu 
  or visit www.etsu.edu/housing or call 423-439-4446

• Northeast State Students:

  Northeast State students interested in participating in the ETSU Marching Bucs should apply to ETSU as a dual admissions student. In addition to participation in the Marching Bucs, students are given the opportunity to receive dual advisement at both institutions, ensuring transferability of coursework, as well as access to all ETSU amenities, including, but not limited to, the Charles C. Sherrod library, ETSU football and basketball games, student concerts, etc. Additionally, students who apply within their first semester at Northeast State receive a waived application fee to ETSU. For more information, or for assistance with the application and/or registration process, please contact: 

  Shanya Kyle
  423-439-8300
  kyless@etsu.edu 

ETSU Buccaneer Brass Basketball Band

Open to all university students by consultation with the instructor.
Directed by Dr. Joe Moore