Enjoy a sense of community in a group with the pride and confidence that comes from musical disciplines and accomplishments.

Members of the Marching Band can audition for the Varsity Pep Bands in October of each year. Visit the Pep Band Page for more information. See similar questions...

No. Marching Band is a completely extracurricular activity, just like a sport. You do not have to be enrolled in any class to participate in Marching Band. See similar questions...

The UCMB primarily performs at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Connecticut, as well as various local high school exhibitions ranging from Rockville, Connecticut all the way to New Jersey. At times the band has been asked to accompany the football team to a nearby game, such as Syracuse or Boston College, but these visits are usually limited to one per season. However, should the Huskies be selected to a Bowl Game, band members may potentially be traveling over winter break. See similar questions...

The Mustang Band utilizes the traditional high step . The drill design features 4 man squad drill. This visually sets the Mustang Band apart from every other band in the nation. See similar questions...

There is hardly ever an off season for the bands. In the fall, the marching band performs for football. The pep band plays at all university basketball games and selected soccer and lacrosse games. Our students are also involved in the University Wind Ensemble, Symphony Band, Concert Band, Campus Band, Jazz Ensemble, Philharmonia Orchestra, Winter Drumline, Queens Chorale, Voorhees Choir, and Glee Club. There is plenty to do! See similar questions...

Marching Band rehearsals are held daily, Monday through Thursday, during the Fall semester. Rehearsals are held in the late afternoon/early evening following classes, and last approximately 90 minutes. Game weekends are very busy but rewarding, with a rehearsal and pep rally perfromance on Friday to morning rehearsal and the Concert On The Steps prior to game on Saturday. Most students find that the time commitment causes them or organize their time more efficiently. See similar questions...

If you are an incoming freshman at Notre Dame, Saint Mary's or Holy Cross, you should be receiving band sign up information through the mail. Simply return the enclosed information card to be added to the Band Camp audition roster. You will receive more information by mail and email throughout the summer. Marching Band auditions will be held Wednesday, August 22nd, through Sunday, August 26th. See similar questions...

Band Camp registration begins at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, August 22nd. The first rehearsal for returning and auditioning band students is at 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, August 23rd. Band camp extends through Sunday, August 26th. See similar questions...

In addition to participating in Band Camp, all students trying out for the Marching Band will play in a music audition and do a marching audition. Attitude and willingness to learn are also evaluated by the directors, graduate assistants and CORE Band members throughout Band Camp. See similar questions...

Trevecca has a joint program with Vanderbilt University that allows students to participate in the Vandy marching band. Trevecca also offers pep band, jazz band, wind ensemble, handbell choir, and symphony orchestra. See similar questions...

Each member must pay for summer band camp, ~ $65. This fee pays for both room and board for the entire week and a show shirt that is required to wear underneath the uniform. Select meals on trips will also be provided. Another required purchase is marching shoes, which cost about $20.00 See similar questions...

It varies every year. Usually, we go to about 5 to 7 depending on what competitions are available to go to. See similar questions...

Wind and percussion students enrolled in a band or percussion class are eligible. Color Guard members are not required to be in a band class. See similar questions...

Dues: Total of $325, $50 at sign up (May), $100 on the 15th of August, September, and $75 in October. Payment arrangements can be made through the Treasurer. Any payment arrangements will be kept confidential between you and the Treasurer. See similar questions...

YES! Most students in marching band are busy going to the beach, spending time with family, and going to camps. We are flexible throughout the summer. We do have a summer practice schedule in the summer before Band Camp begins, typically in the month of July. While these practices are optional, they are highly recommended when your child is not on vacation. These practices help students to get the music learned before Band Camp and not feel overwhelmed. See similar questions...

After school begins we practice 4-5 times per week from 2:45-4:45 p.m. In late October, as the show becomes more refined, we scale back on the number of rehearsals and finish practice times a little earlier. A full calendar will be mailed home in early June and will be posted on the band website at: www.rustburgbands.org. Updated calendars are distributed to students and are available on the band website. See similar questions...

Your instrument! This would include your musical instrument, your flag(s), drumsticks, mallets, etc. In other words, whatever will you be using on the marching field as part of the Marching Band needs to come to each practice, beginning with the first practice. Water---Water---Water---Staying hydrated during practices is important. RHS Bands will supply water, but many students choose to bring large water containers, camel humps, etc., to have quicker access to large quantities of water. See similar questions...

Varsity Band sign-ups take place in mid to late September. Rosters for the bands are assembled prior to Varsity Band season primarily from Marching Band members and Band Camp participants. See similar questions...