Joining Band

Joining Flag Corps or Majorettes (Champerettes)

Each year our Varsity Band has around 22 Flag Corps members and 18 Majorette members enrolled in the course. The teams are co-ed and open to students grades 10-12.  Tryouts occur during the end of January/beginning of February over the span of three days. Teams are selected by Mr. Flygt and current team captains.  We also take 2-4 students to be our drum majors.  Students MUST have space in their schedule to take Marching Band as a class.

Lane Tech Flag Corps Fee: uniform and flag essentials provided by band program.  all other accessories (warm-up, bag, hoodie) covered individually.

Lane Tech Majorette Fee: uniform and baton provided by band program.  other accessories (warm-up, bag, tights, shoes) covered individually.

IN A PERFECT YEAR EVERYONE GETS A MARCHING BAND SHIRT AS WELL

Rules and Expectations

As a high school flag or champerette member, it's essential to establish rules that promote teamwork, discipline, and excellence. 

Here are the key rules: 

1) Attendance: Members must attend all practices and performances unless excused in advance. 

2) Punctuality: Arrive on time to all events; tardiness may impact routines. 

3) Respect: Treat fellow members, instructors, and competitors with respect; fostering a positive environment is crucial. 

4) Practice: Dedicate time to individual practice; improvement is essential for the team’s success. 

5) Uniform: Wear uniforms properly and maintain them. 

6) Leadership: As captain, I will lead by example, maintaining a positive attitude and encouraging everyone. 

7) Communication: As captain, I will lead by example.  Keep open lines of communication and address conflicts promptly. 

8) Commitment: As captain, I will demonstrate dedication to the team and uphold team values both on and off the field.

The duties for a Champerette Assistant Captain:

- Assisting the captain in leading the team during rehearsals, performances, and events.

- Organizing and supervising the majorettes' warm-up and stretching exercises before performances.

- Coordinating with the team to ensure all necessary equipment is in good working order.

- Maintaining a roster of members and their contact information for communication and communication with other team members.

- Helping to plan and coordinate team activities, such as competitions, parades, and community outreach events.

- Assisting with the development and implementation of team rules and expectations.

- Providing guidance and support to junior team members in terms of performance, technique, and time management.

- Potentially Assisting in the selection of music and choreography for future performances.

- Maintaining the team's performance area, equipment, and facilities.

- Participating in meetings and discussions with the captain and other team leaders.

assistant will be voted on by the members and elected sometime in April

ATTENTION INCOMING 7th and 9th Graders with experience in Band: 

Welcome to Lane Tech!  We look forward to meeting you all! Please reach out to both directors if you have previous experience and are interested in joining band! You can reach us at aflygt@cps.edu and sveren@cps.edu. 

Audition Guidelines If you have previous experience with a band instrument, please submit a video audition through a parent’s email address.  If it is possible to audition in person we will make it happen.  Videos should be labeled with the student’s full name (First and Last), they should be continuous (not broken up into several videos), and should contain the following:

1. A solo piece/band piece of your choice that demonstrates your playing ability

2. Play up and down two scales of your choice (two-octaves if possible)

3. A one-octave chromatic scale (if possible)

*Videos should be emailed to both aflygt@cps.edu  (Mr. Flygt) and sveren@cps.edu (Mr. Veren)

Please feel free to reach out with any questions!