May 2018

226 McCain AuditoriumManhattan, KS 66506785-532-3816www.ksu.edu/band

Summer Newsletter

Congratulations on making the choice to join us at this great university and a special kudos to you for wanting to perform with the K-State Bands! For those that are returning to us we welcome you back to the “family”! As you prepare to begin a new journey in your life, or continue with us please know that we are incredibly honored and happy that you will be playing in our bands. There is a very “unique” feel about this place and I am confident that you will sense the friendly, helpful, and family atmosphere for which we are known. Your college experience is one that will certainly change your life for the better in every possible way and we want you to know that we are grateful for the decision you have made to become a “Wildcat”! A great education, fantastic people, and a band program that is second to none await you. I am very pleased and proud that you will be performing in our ensembles.The University experience is highlighted and augmented by your decision to play in our band program. These ensembles - from Marching Band to Wind Ensemble - are of the highest quality, very enjoyable, and filled with people that will soon become your best and closest friends that will last a lifetime! K-State Bands is an eclectic and high-quality program designed to satisfy any and every talent, desire, and need you may have, resulting in a first-class musical, educational, and social experience. Great people making great music at a great University!!!

We have the entire staff returning for next year with the addition of two new Graduate Assistants. Allegra Fisher is a KSU Grad of 2015, and Eddie Shaw a euphonium player coming off several years with the US Marine Drum and Bugle Corp.

Once again, the entire K-State Band Program experienced a tremendous eventful year. The Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, Concert Band, and both Purple and Silver University Bands had some great concerts!! The Marching Band was better than ever 425 strong! The Cat Band, Volleyball Band, and Pub Crawl Bands had some great experiences and tournament trips as well!

We have a great year of fantastic experiences scheduled for 2018/2019 including a Marching Band trip to Wichita East High School and Wabaunsee High School to play at their football games, a very prestigious invitation for the Wind Ensemble to perform at the “American Bandmasters Association Conference in Colorado, and of course – another bowl trip!

Our six Athletic Bands and 7 Concert Ensembles have had a tremendous year and we look forward to continue success and growth in all we do. This year looks to be another tremendous year for us with plenty of travel, guests, and opportunities designed to take you to new levels as a musician and a person. We are extremely proud of our program and students and we are excited to have you join us and contribute to “building the best band program” anywhere!

Welcome to the Band Family. GO CATS and GO BAND!

Frank Trac{z

Welcome toK-State

Concert Ensembles Athletic Bands

Audition Information

Audition Information

Wind Ensemble is an auditioned ensemble of superior musicians. This ensemble performs the finest in wind literature including selected band works and “one-to-a-part” chamber works written specifically for winds and percussion.

Marching Band is an exciting 400+ member band consisting of instrumentalists, flags, twirlers and a dance team. The nationally known band performs at all home games, some away games, and post-season games!

Pub Crawl Band is an auditioned 15-piece Band that is selected in the fall to perform at Friday night functions in Aggieville and on Poyntz Ave before home football games. You must be a member of the Marching Band to audition for Pub Crawl Band.

Concert Band is an auditioned ensemble open to all majors. It offers an opportunity to perform outstanding large band works.

Woodwind Ensemble is an elite university chamber ensemble that demands the highest level of musicianship from all of its members. The group is comprised of the finest Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon and Saxophone performers at K-State.

Wind Symphony is our newest auditioned concert ensemble at K-State. This ensemble performs both contemporary and classic wind ensemble literature.

Cat Band is a group that meets primarily during basketball season. This select group provides the spark and excitement that makes basketball games truly unique experiences.

Volleyball Band is an auditioned 19-piece band that is selected in the fall to perform at women’s home volleyball games. Each member of the ensemble will receive a scholarship to perform at volleyball games. You must be a member of the Marching Band to audition for Volleyball Band.

Brass Ensemble is an elite university chamber ensemble that demands the highest level of musicianship from all of its members. The group is comprised of the finest Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, and Percussion performers at K-State.

Two University Bands are for anyone on the KSU campus! Repertoire includes marches, show tunes, and symphonic works. No audition required!

Semesters /// Fall & SpringDays /// M, W, F (some)Time /// 3:30-5:20 pm

Semesters /// FallDays /// T, Th, FTime /// 3:30-5:20 pm

Semesters /// Fall & SpringDays /// M, W, FTime /// 12:30-1:20 pm

Semesters /// Fall & SpringDays /// SundaysTime /// 6:00-7:15 pm

Semesters /// Fall & SpringDays /// M, W, F (some)Time /// 3:30-5:20 pm

Semesters /// Fall & SpringDays /// Gamedays

Semesters /// Fall & SpringDays /// SundaysTime /// 7:30-8:45 pm

Semesters /// Fall & SpringDays /// T & TH Time /// 4:30-5:50 pm

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Frank Tracz

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Frank Tracz

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Frank Tracz

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Frank Tracz

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Alex Wimmer

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Alex Wimmer

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Frank Tracz

Credit Hour /// 0 or 1Instructor /// Dr. Frank Tracz & Dr. Alex Wimmer

Audition sign up times will be posted on the bulletin board outside the Band Office (226 McCain). The six to ten minute audition will take place the first week of classes. Audition results will be posted outside the Band Office after auditions.

All members will be issued uniforms and will attend all games, etc. The alternates are band members who require extra assistance to develop their marching/playing skills. Our staff will work with these members to develop their skills for a spot in the block band.

Wind players audition excerpts will be posted on the band website on August 1st. Please practice the excerpts for your instrument. Scales and sight-reading will be included.

Marching Band wind auditions will take place during the first two days of Band Camp. When you return the Confirmation Form included in this packet to us, we will send you the password to our web site to download your section’s pre-game music to prepare for playing at the audition. We will teach you our style of marching when you arrive for Band Camp.

Percussion auditions include the performance of prepared solos and/or etudes on snare drum, keyboard percussion, and timpani. Sight-reading will also be a component of the audition process. Check the bulletin board outside room 226 McCain for audition information and times. Percussionists must demonstrate skills in 2-3 percussion areas (keyboard, timpani, multiple percussion, concert snare drum, etc.) For more information, please visit the band website.

Drumline auditions will occur on April 28, 2018. Please e-mail brandon12@ksu.edu and check our Drumline website for more information at: www.k-state.edu/band/thepride/drumline.htmlDrum line auditions will include prepared performance of material from the KSU Drum Line Handbook (available online), sight-reading, and an on-going assessment of progress during the camp. Individuals may audition on more than one instrument. All positions are open each year. Placement within the line is based largely on this audition process; therefore, gaining a position on an instrument of choice depends upon a successful audition.

Dr. Frank TraczDirector of Bands

Dr. Frank Tracz is Professor of Music and Director of Bands at Kansas State University. He earned the B.M.E. from The Ohio State University, the M.M. from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and the Ph. D. from The Ohio State University. He has public school teaching experience in Wisconsin and Ohio and has also served as Assistant Director of bands at Syracuse University and Director of bands at Morehead State University. Dr. Tracz has served as an adjudicator, clinician, speaker in various schools and conferences and has conducted All-State and Honor bands across the United States as well as in Canada, Singapore, South Africa, Fiji, Australia, and New Zealand.

At Kansas State he directs the Wind Ensemble and the marching band, teachers graduate and undergraduate conducting, advisor to Kappa Kappa Psi, Tau Beta Sigma, and the Band Ambassadors, and administers and guides all aspects of a large BIG XII comprehensive band program. Ensembles under his direction have been invited to perform at numerous state conferences, MENC, two CBDNA regional conferences, The Larry Sutherland Wind Band Festival at Fresno State, Carnegie Hall, and the Kennedy Center. The marching band was awarded the prestigious Sudler Trophy in 2015.

Dr. Tracz is on the faculty of the Conn-Selmer Institute, adjunct faculty of the American Band College, past member of the Music Education Journal Editorial Board, contributor to the Teaching Music Through Performance In Band series, and was recently appointed Chair of the Sudler Trophy Project of the John Philip Sousa Foundation. His honors include the Stamey Award for outstanding teaching, Kansas Bandmasters Outstanding Director Award, Wildcat Pride Alumni Association Award, the Tau Beta Sigma Paula Crider Outstanding Band Director Award, named a Lowell Mason Fellow, and Phi Kappa Phi Honorary Fraternity. He has also received the Conn-Selmer Institute Hall of Fame Award, the Kansas State Professorial Performance Award, and was elected to the prestigious American Bandmasters Association.

Dr. Tracz is married to Geralyn, and has three daughters, Jessica Tracz Kelly, Kelley Tracz, and Carly Tracz.

Frank Tra{cz

Dr. Alex WimmerAssistant Director of Bands

Dr. Alex Wimmer is currently serving as the Assistant Director of Bands at Kansas State University. His duties include directing the Wind Symphony, Cat Band (basketball pep band), Volleyball Band, Pub Crawl Band, Assistant Marching Band Director for the Pride of Wildcat Land (KSUMB), arranger and drill designer for the KSUMB, and instructor of undergraduate and graduate courses in conducting, arranging, and marching band techniques. Prior to his appointment at Kansas State University, Dr. Wimmer was a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the Kansas State University Bands. He assisted with all concert and athletic ensembles, undergraduate conducting courses, and Percussion Ensembles. His research interests include undergraduates conducting with expressivity and qualitative research.

Originally from Gretna, Nebraska, Dr. Wimmer received his Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 2007, his Master of Music degree in Education with an emphasis in Wind Conducting from Kansas State University in 2014, and his Doctorate in Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction from Kansas State University in 2017. Dr. Wimmer was the Director of Bands at Gretna High School and the Assistant Director of Bands at Gretna Middle School from 2007-2012. Under his direction his concert, jazz, and marching bands received consistent superior ratings. He was a recipient of the Jack R. Snider Young Band Director Award in 2011 and served on the Nebraska Music Educators Association Leadership Academy from 2011-2012.

Dr. Wimmer is in demand as a conductor, clinician, and adjudicator as well as a percussion specialist. His professional affiliations include the Kansas Music Educators Association, the Kansas Bandmasters Association, the National Association for Music Education, the College Band Directors National Association, the Percussive Arts Society, Kappa Kappa Psi, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, and Phi Kappa Lambda.

Alex Wimmer

Jay Koupal /// Ph.D. Candidate

Allegra Fisher /// Masters Candidate

Andy Tinsman /// Ph.D. Candidate

Brandon Adams /// Masters Candidate

Eddie Shaw /// Masters Candidate

Jay comes home to the great state of Kansas with fourteen years’ experience as a music educator. Under his leadership his bands have earned consistent excellent and superior ratings at contest. He holds degrees in music education from the University of Michigan and Capital University. As a percussionist, he can be heard on recordings by the USAF Band of Flight and the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. He is a member of the National Association for Music Education and the Percussive Arts Society.

Allegra Fisher is a native of Wichita, Kansas. She graduated Cum Laude from Kansas State University with a degree in Music in 2016. During her time at Kansas State University, she was heavily involved in the marching band including one year as assistant drum major and one as head drum major in 2015 when the band was awarded the Sudler Trophy. Allegra also performed with the Wind Ensemble, Pub Crawl band, Cat Band, and bassoon ensemble. After graduation, she moved to Dublin, Ireland to pursue a Masters in Musicology with an emphasis in Ethnomusicology. She graduated with second-class honors from University College Dublin. During her time there, she held the position of principal bassoon in the University Symphony and traveled to Belgium to perform with the ensemble. Her ethnomusicological research focused on collegiate marching bands, analyzing how rituals effect students’ individual and collective identities, and how the group uses the concepts enveloped in nationalism to create an overall marching band culture.

Andy is a native of Chicago, Illinois and a graduate of St. Rita of Cascia High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education with an instrumental concentration from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois. He has also earned Masters degrees in Educational Administration and Music Education from Illinois State University. While attending Augustana College, Andy performed on trumpet extensively in the Augustana Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Symphony Orchestra. Andy was most recently the Director of Bands at Manual Academy and the director of the Peoria Jazz AllStars. Andy was a founding member of the Peoria Brass Choir, a community brass ensemble comprised of educators and semi-professional musicians. He is also involved in several professional organizations such as the Jazz Education Network, Illinois Grade School Music Association, National Band Association, and the National Association for Music Education.

Brandon Adams is originally from Fort Worth, Texas. He received is BM in Music Education from Oklahoma State University under Professor Wayne Bovenschen. At OSU Brandon played with the Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz ensemble, Marching Band, and University Singers. Brandon is a member of the Percussive Arts Society and in 2014 traveled to Indianapolis to perform a world premier piece at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention with the OSU Percussion ensemble. In 2014 Brandon played marimba for Resistance Indoor Percussion. Brandon has served as the Wind Ensemble Principal Percussionist from 2015-2017 and traveled with the ensemble to Kansas City, Missouri to play for the College Band Directors National Association. In 2017 Brandon completed his student teaching at Deer Creek Independent School District, where he taught beginner instrument classes and ran rehearsals for multiple ensembles. His percussion ensemble received a superior rating at solo and ensemble. Brandon has also been a front ensemble technician for Fossil Ridge High School, Guthrie High School, and the OSU Winter Drum Line. Brandon was also an active member in Phi Mu Alpha.

Edward Shaw is a Marine Veteran who served active duty from 2004-2012 as a musician in the elite unit, “The Commandant’s Own” in Washington, DC. He served as an accomplished brass player and soloist throughout his military career, performing for Presidents, Dignitaries, Heads of State, and hundreds of thousands of civilians. Eddie was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant in September, 2012, after which his family moved to Saint Marys, KS, where he lives happily with his wonderful wife and their 7 beautiful children. Before joining the Marine’s, Eddie played trombone professionally for the NFL’s Houston Texans during their 2002-2003 seasons. A recipient of numerous awards, scholarships, and competitions, he received his Bachelor’s of Music in Performance from Kansas State University in the Spring of 2017 and is currently working towards his Masters there now. He is in his 5th year of teaching 7th and 8th grade music at Saint Marys Academy and has a growing private lessons music studio.

Graduate Assistants Support Staff

2018 Leadership

Heidi Hilton is a former feature twirler and Classy Cat at Kansas State. She received her Bachelor’s of Science in Dietetics from Kansas State University (‘97). After returning to her alma mater as a master class instructor and guest artist for the KSU Dance Department, she served as adjunct faculty, as well. Heidi danced professionally for four years on the Broadway National Tour of “The Music Man”, on board the ms veendam as part of the cast of ten on Holland America Cruiselines and as a featured dancer at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Heidi is married to Damian Hilton, former Head Coach of the Kansas State Cheer Squad and has two kids, Aidan and Daisy. Heidi’s mother, Gyll Bates, was the first director of the Kansas State Pridette dancers, later renamed as the Classy Cats.

Spencer from Overland Park, KS and from Kansas State University in 2016 with a B.S. in Animal Science. During her time at K-State, she was a member of the Color Guard for 4 years. During her senior year, she served as both the head section leader and coordinator of the team. She considers her time in the Pride to be the most influential part of her college experience. After graduation, Spencer moved to Topeka, KS for an 8 month internship. She is now working on her Master’s in Grain Science where her research focuses on pet food nutrition and production. She also serves the university as an ambassador for the graduate school, and enjoys to volunteer with animals at Sunset Zoo in her free time.

Born in Manhattan and raised in Wamego Maggie was destined to be a Wildcat! Maggie is aBakery Science major with an emphasis on Cereal Chemistry/Research and Development. Sheserved as a member of the Wamego High School Color Guard for four years serving as captainfor two of those years. She has been a member of the Kansas State Color Guard for two yearsentering leadership her sophomore year as an assistant section leader. Maggie has been involvedin numerous leadership opportunities over the last six years. She brings that spirit to her position as she continues to serve as a Color Guard member and as Assistant Coordinator.

Heidi Hilton /// Classy Cats Coordinator

Spencer Smith /// Color Guard Coordinator

Maggie Miksch /// Color Guard Student Coordinator

Drum Major ///Blake Moris

Asst Drum Major /// Bailey EisenbraunMadison Hines Piccolo ///SL/MI Abby HuckMM Tine Green ASL Shelby FosterASL Emilie Christian

Clarinet /// SL Caleb Oeding MM Rachel MallonMI Alec MitchellASL Hannah BaetenASL Michelle Villagrana

Alto Sax ///SL Ben Trickey MM Brett BroadbentMI Josh Russel ASL Cedric Barnes

Tenor Sax ///SL/MI Alex MeekMM Jessica KeaneASL Garret BinnsASL Sean Alumbaugh

Trumpet ///SL Jacob Sweatt MM Brooks ArmstrongMI Steven Schmoll ASL Jacob Nichols ASL Anna Murphy Mellophone ///SL Molly Mulqueen MM Kara Whitaker MI Justin Gittle ASL Paige Kyle

Trombone ///SL Josh Marshall MI Wesley Crow MM Truman Steehn ASL Haley MillsASL Ben Rajewski

Baritone ///SL/MI Nicole Buehler MM Reece LeonardASL Calvin Koch

Tuba ///SL Steven RobinsonMM Clayton Kistner MI Dawson JohannesASL Tyler KodanazASL Rory Bowell

Percussion ///SN Preston Thomas ASN Gage Oberheu TN Cole Klinkhammer BD Jacob Dobbs ABD Jillian Borel CY Kathrine Ventura ACY Lucy Florez

Classy Cats ///SL Hannah EckASL Paige DacusASL Ashton ThomasASL Maggie Kohlrus

Color Guard ///SL Maggie Miksch ASL Zoey Dutcher MM Hannah Kochevar ASL Ellen Reardon

Twirler /// SL Delaney Madden

Student Staff /// *Trevyn Sell*Trace Woods (perc) Abby GilesCarrie GoodsonShelbie GreenMegan Robinson Kathleen WalkerJessica Brummel

Managers ///Travis Green Bryant Kniffin

Media ///Bryant Kniffin

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Challenge CourseLunchMeeting, All Staff - Tadtman Boardroom, Alumni CenterMusic & Marching - McCain 201 & Memorial Field

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Rookies Rehearsal - Memorial FieldVets Registration - Instrument & Music IssueVets MeetingLunchRehearsal & Auditions - McCainDinner - Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma BBQRehearsal - Memorial Field

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RehearsalLunch & Shoe FittingRehearsalDinner - K-State Athletic Department BBQRehearsal - Memorial Field

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RehearsalKappa Kappa Psi BBQ“Tradition Training” at Bill Snyder Family Stadium

1:00 - 8:00pm Work Day

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12:00 - 1:30pm1:30 - 5:00pm5:00 - 6:30pm6:30 - 9:30pm

Registration - Instrument & Music IssueRookie MeetingLunch - Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma BBQRehearsal - McCain 201Dinner - TBDRehearsal - Memorial Field

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RehearsalLunchRehearsalAlumni Association Ice Cream Social w/ Amy Button RenzDinner - TBARehearsal - Memorial Field

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RehearsalLunchRehearsalAlumni Band Ice Cream SocialDinnerRehearsal - Memorial FieldParade & Concert in Aggieville

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K-State Football v. South Dakota /// Band Director Day /// K-State All Star Marching BandK-State Football v. Mississippi StateK-State Football v. UTSA /// Fort Riley DayWabaunsee High School Football GameK-State Football v. Texas

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Central States Marching FestivalK-State Football v. Oklahoma State /// Drumline DayConcert: Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony /// 7:30pm /// McCainConcert: Concert Band /// 7:30pm /// McCain

Wichita East High School Football Game

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K-State Football v. KansasK-State Football v. Texas Tech /// Senior DayKKY/TBS Family Luncheon /// 11:30am /// Hilton Garden InnConcert: Marching Band - 3:00pm - Ahearn Field House

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Big XII Championship Game - Dallas, TXConcert: Concert Band, Brass Ensemble, & Woodwind Ensemble /// 7:30pm /// McCainConcert: Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony /// 7:30pm /// McCainMarching Band Banquet /// 6:00pm /// Alumni Center

25th - 27th Concert Band Clinic XXVI /// McCain, All Faiths Chapel, West Stadium, Nichols, etc

21st - 23rd KMEA

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Concert: Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony /// 7:30pm /// McCainWind Ensemble Performance /// American Bandmasters Conference /// Loveland, COConcert: Concert Band & University Band /// 7:30pm /// All Faiths Chapel

23rd Concert: Woodwind Ensemble & Brass Ensemble /// 7:30pm /// All Faiths Chapel

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2ndConcert: Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony /// 7:30pm /// McCainConcert: Concert Band & University Band /// 7:30pm /// McCain

Possible BB: 4th, 5th, 7th, & 8th

**Date and times subject to change

If you have a Residence Hall Contract for 2018-2019 and are attending Band Camp, you will be able to move into your permanent room early (at your expense). The residence halls open for regular occupancy Saturday, August 18, 2018. Some students, for a variety of reasons (like band camp), have a need to be on campus before this date. You will be charged an additional per day fee to cover the early arrival costs for housing and your meal plan. You will sign an early arrival agreement when you check in. You will be asked by Housing & Dining Services in July or early August to indicate your planned move in date. No other communication with Housing is needed.Please consult the move in materials sent by Housing & Dining this summer and/or contact Housing and Dining Services if you have any questions.

The Kansas State University Marching Band requires all members to have a secondary uniform. It will be used during inclement weather and when it gets too hot for regular uniforms. They are also necessary for pep rallies, parades and game day practices. The secondary uniform includes a t-shirt, purple shorts, ball cap, a back-pack, purple pants, purple zipped band jacket, and black crossover marching shoes.

For the 2018-2019 season, we are replacing all uniform items except the purple shorts. ALL ROOKIES must purchase the complete secondary uniform including shoes. This year VETS MUST ALSO purchase the complete secondary uniform including shoes with the exception of shorts, backpack and the ball cap. Shorts and caps will remain the same as last years.

Color Guard, Twirlers & Classy Cats will place uniform orders with their coordinators.

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There are many tough decisions that a college freshman has to make. Some of the biggest ones involve what school to attend and what to study. Another important decision is whether or not to continue being involved in music in college by participating in bands, especially marching band. Here are some of the questions most often asked by parents and/or students who are considering joining one of the University Bands:

/// How do I become a member of the KSUMB?All bands at KSU are open to students from any major. High school band experience is the primary prerequisite for membership; however, any musical background will be of help in band (instrumental) admittance. AUDITION REQUIRED

/// Does the band provide instruments?For a nominal fee, ($35.00 a semester) the KSUMB provides piccolos, clarinets, saxophones, percussion, sousaphones, baritones, trumpets, trombones, mellophones, and flags. Instrument rental is payable to the KSU Bands. We also have some piccolos, flutes, clarinets, saxophones, oboes, bassoons, trumpets, trombones, euphoniums, tubas and percussion instruments, which are also available for the concert bands.

/// What do the University Bands have to offer me?University credit towards graduation is awarded for each semester of participation in the university bands. Band at KSU can also make your college years more meaningful and exciting, more than just going to classes and taking exams. You will experience lasting friendships, wonderful trips, spirit, and tremendous pride in one of the outstanding KSU bands available.

/// Are instrumental scholarships available?Yes. Awards are made each year based on academic record and musicianship. These awards are available to music majors and minors as well as to those students playing instruments of need.

/// Do I have to be a music major to play in one of the bands?Not at all! Over 75% of all band members are in some major other than music.

/// How do I become of member of one of the concert bands?Membership in Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, and Concert Band is based on auditions heard at the beginning of each semester. University Band is a non-audition group that meets in the spring semester only. Since there are several bands within the program, there will be an organization appropriate to your level of musicianship.

/// If I do not get involved in University Bands the first year, could I still participate later on?Of course; however, the trend is that if you put off participation, the odds are that you will probably never get involved due to a feeling of being “on the outside.”

2018-2019 Marching BandPlease do the following:

/// Will band participation take too much of my time?Not if you budget your time wisely. Studies have shown that students who participate in University Bands usually achieve high scholastic indexes. Our marching band rehearsal time, 3:30 PM-5:30 PM TuTH, is scheduled to avoid conflicts with most classes in all departments. If you have a potential class conflict, please contact Dr. Tracz. This time of day welcomes a change of pace!

// Can I participate in music ensembles for no credit?Music ensembles are being offered on a variable credit (0, 1 credit hour) basis. Any student whose curriculum has a requirement for that ensemble (e.g., the music major’s major ensemble each semester; the music education two semester marching band requirement; four semesters of MUS 280 or MUS 480 Ensemble Performance for the BM instrumental option; etc.) must enroll for 1 credit hour and pay the fee. A music major who has completed the marching band requirement or is taking an additional ensemble beyond the major ensemble requirement may enroll in the additional ensemble(s) for 0 credit hour (e.g., the music major who is taking concert choir as the major ensemble for 1 credit hour (fee) may also elect to enroll in opera workshop and marching band for 0 credit hour (no fee)). Students who are not music majors may elect to enroll for either 0 credit hour (no fee) or 1 credit hour (fee).

Complete the Confirmation Form and the Marching Band Secondary Uniform Form and return, AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, BUT no later than June 15th

When you complete the Marching Band Confirmation Form, you will be emailed the password to the Band webpage where you can download the pre-game & audition music at www.ksu.edu/band

THIS MUSIC SHOULD BE MEMORIZED; COME PREPARED!

Please mail completed forms to: University Bands 226 McCain Auditorium Manhattan, KS 66506Scan this QR code to complete secondary uniform order form:

Questions? Call the K-State Band Office at: 785-532-3816Check our web site for updated information during the summer.www.ksu.edu/band

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