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NOW OPEN UNTIL JULY 19, 2024!
Be sure to fill out the application form using the button above.
Brass and Woodwind Auditions
Provide a video recording (MP4 format) performing on the instrument that you will play with the Band of Pride that includes the following:
Scales: 1 two octave chromatic scale on the note of your choice that allows you to play two octaves on your instrument;
Concert scales of A-flat, B-flat, F, and C, two octaves when possible (be sure to use these scales to demonstrate the part that best suits your range); and,
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.
Upload your video here.
Drumline Audition Information
After sufficient practice of the audition music (linked below), make an unedited video recording.
Upload the recording to YouTube as an “unlisted” video.
Copy/paste the link of the video into this submission form on or by May 30
You may submit recordings for multiple instruments.
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.
Music does not need to be performed by memory.
Section Link to Audition Music Link to Audio
Snare Ultimate Warmup (C’ to E) mp3
Griddy-ditty (1-13) mp3
Tenors Ultimate Warmup (B-C) mp3
Griddy-ditty (1-13) mp3
Bass Drum Ultimate Warmup (E-G); play the composite part mp3
Griddy-ditty (40-end); play the composite part mp3
Cymbals Pregame Entry Cadence Play Part 1 and unisons mp3
Color Guard Auditions
In-person clinics and auditions were held but it is not too late to join!
For those that did not attend the in-person clinic and audition, the video posted here is for you to learn the routine. The video also includes basic technique. Please have this included in your video. Basic technique includes:
Drop spins
Red devil
Blue devil
Cones/Figure 8s/Witches brew
Money hand toss
Upload your recording here when you are ready. Auditions must be completed by May 15, 2024.
Feature Twirler Auditions
Audition requirements:
Please contact Dr. Heidenreich directly if you are interested in twirling the 2024 season.
Create and submit a recording (here) of your own 1 minute and 30 second to 2 and 30 second minute routine including your choice of the following recommended list of tricks:
2 spin/2 turn
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
Please contact the Dr. Heidenreich (cph@latech.edu) for further questions regarding the audition process or the 2024 Band of Pride.
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
Concert Bands
Auditions for the Symphonic Wind Ensemble occur in October for the following Winter and Spring Quarters. This wind band meets 3 times a week and performs 2-3 concerts each quarter. Music will be provided prior to the audition.
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.
