Select one of the two etudes found here. Once you have prepared the music, and are ready to play the two octave (when possible) concert scales of B-flat, E-flat, A-flat, and C major, record yourself on your phone or computer. 

Be sure to begin the video (MP4) by stating your name and label the file with your last name. 

Louisiana All-State members do not need to provide a video unless the instrument that you played in the All-State Band is different than the instrument you will play in the Band of Pride. For example, if you played bassoon in the All-State Band but will play tenor saxophone in the marching band, be sure to provide an audition video. 

Please contact the Dr. Heidenreich (cph@latech.edu) for further questions regarding the audition process or the 2026 Band of Pride. 

• Face, hands, and feet must be visible. 

• An audible metronome must be included. 

• It is preferred that you perform on actual instruments obtained from your high school or through arrangements with Louisiana Tech, however practice pads are also acceptable. 

• Mark time while performing. 

For the initial round, perform any of cadence your choice plus the following two rudiments:

• Swiss Army Triplets and, 

• Flam Accents (in slow, fast, slow fashion)

All members will be required to attend the pre-camp sessions on the Louisiana Tech campus in which the final audition will take place. Housing and meals will be provided. 

Upload the recording to YouTube as an “unlisted” video and send the link to glyons@latech.edu.

BEFORE THE CLINICS AND AUDITION, please review the video for the fight song as well as the basic techniques listed below. 

For those that cannot attend the in-person clinic and audition, the video posted here is for you to learn the routine. The video also includes basic technique including the following:

• Drop spins

• Red devil

• Blue devil

• Cones/Figure 8s/Witches brew

• Money hand toss

For more information, contact hodge@latech.edu or band@latech.edu. 

Check back in January for due dates. 

• Learn and record the routine to the Louisiana Tech Fight Song (found here)

• Create a private YouTube video of the Fight Song AND your own 1 minute and 30 second to 2 and 30 second minute routine including your choice of the following recommended list of tricks:

  • 3 spin/3 turn

  • Toss illusion (forward and/or reverse)

  • Toss Leap (down field tricks)

  • Toss Sit Roll (down field tricks)

  • Intermediate rolls

  • Intermediate to Advanced 2 baton

  • Intermediate to Advanced 3 baton

  • Advanced body work

  • Showmanship

  • Recommended: 1 spin illusion, toss cartwheel/walkover, double element trick

Why join the BOP?

"The Band of Pride is an organization where the Tenets of Tech are made physical; especially "loyalty." I have quickly found new friends that will last a lifetime in this set of musicians we have at Tech."

Jacob Pichon, Trumpet, Class of 2025

No auditions are required for the Concert Band and meets 2 times a week performing 1 concert each quarter.

The Fall Wind Ensemble meets only during the Fall quarter. The ensemble rehearses 2 times a week, performing 1 concert. There is no audition requirement. 

For any questions or more information, email Director of Bands Dr. Chris Heidenreich at cph@latech.edu. 

School of Music

For audition information regarding the School of Music or to place your name on our mailing lists, please visit music.latech.edu/audition.