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Audition tips: Marching band

Do you dream of marching to the beat of a K-State drummer? Here’s the scoop on auditioning for the K-State marching band.

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Lowdown

Participation in the week-long band camp secures your spot in the 300-member band. During the audition you’ll perform “Wabash Cannonball,” a K-State classic.

 

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Required prep

K-State will mail you “Wabash” and other pre-game tunes to learn during the summer.

 

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What to wear

Shorts and tennis shoes.

 

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What the judges look for

Musicianship. Don’t spend more time working on your tan than on the pre-game music!

 

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Insider tip (unofficial)

Because marching band members come from all majors, you’ll build a network of friends all across campus.

 

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Simon Cowell comment to avoid

“I never want to hear that song again. I cannot stand it. I’m allergic to it.”

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