Instruments in the MSS Pep Band include piccolo, clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, mellophone, trombone, baritone, tuba, electric bass, electric guitar, synthesizer, drumset, and auxiliary percussion (bass drum and cymbals).

The audition process for woodwinds and brass is different from that of the rhythm section instruments, but everyone will complete the Audition Registration Form. Please read the instructions below for your specific instrument before completing the form.

The audition process for woodwinds and brass instruments will be through a video submission in the audition form. All woodwind and brass players who are in the marching band during the fall are guaranteed a place in the Pep Band. However, all must still submit an audition video for a playing score. This score helps us divide the player pool into two equal groups to cover all the games and factors into travel selection at the end of the season. The link to access the music will be below. Here are some instructions:

Record a video of yourself playing the following music in one file:

1. A scale of your choice to your highest comfortable note 
2. Go Tigers Go - Fight Song
3. Eye of the Tiger
4. I’m so Glad

You will have the pdf files and MP3’s of the music to use as your guide, but feel free to use your own interpretation during the audition.

• Audition Music files: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MRzic7vnQCfQC16944CzLX3xDjwZWJAI?usp=share_link
• Audition Audio files: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10eZSzwkZJZZAtWCuEsAhX-gA32zWkHSw?usp=share_link

Remember to submit your audition form. Dr. Wilker Augusto will email you the specific time for your audition within your section time.

Upload the video to YouTube and make sure the file is marked as “Unlisted”. This is important to preserve the privacy of your video. When uploading your video make sure to label it in the following format (LAST NAME, FIRST NAME - Instrument - Pep Band audition). Use this as an example:  AUGUSTO, WILKER - Mellophone - Pep Band Audition. Remember to include the link in your registration form and submit it by September 30 at 10 pm.

The audition process for electric bass, electric guitar, synthesizer, drumset, and auxiliary percussion will be in person on September 30th from 6 pm to 9 pm at CFA room 137:

• Drumset and Auxiliary Percussion From 6 pm to 7:30 pm. You will have a drum set (standard format) for your audition, but you are welcome to bring your stool if you prefer. 
• Electric guitar, electric bass, and synthesizer from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. You will have cables and speakers available for your audition, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.

Remember that you still need to fill out the Audition Registration Form, but you add N/A in the “Video Link” option. The audition will consist of you following along with the MP3 of the music below:

1. Go Tigers Go - Fight Song
2. Eye of the Tiger
3. I’m so Glad
4. Any Way You Want It
5. Get Bunk
6. 300

You will have the pdf files and MP3’s of the music to use as your guide, but feel free to use your own interpretation during the audition.

• Audition Music files: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MRzic7vnQCfQC16944CzLX3xDjwZWJAI?usp=share_link
• Audition Audio files: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10eZSzwkZJZZAtWCuEsAhX-gA32zWkHSw?usp=share_link

Remember to submit your audition form. Dr. Wilker Augusto will email you the specific time for your audition within your section time.

REHEARSALS

1st Rehearsal: Monday, October 7th, 6 pm to 8 pm.

Rehearsal Time / Fall Semester:  Mondays 6 pm to 8 pm
We will move from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm when marching ends the season.

Rehearsal Time / Spring Semester: Mondays 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

All practices and assigned events are mandatory for all members of the MSS Pep Band. If you have a scheduling conflict with an assigned event, you must find a substitute for the same instrument and part. If you cannot find one, email Dr. Augusto to communicate the situation and ask your options. This gives you some flexibility if you have a conflict with an assigned event. The only excused absences from practice or performances are class conflict, health issues, or family emergencies. We will have only one rehearsal per week.