Battery and Front Ensemble

Battery and Front Ensemble Clinic/Audition Information

Updated Jan. 28, 2024

Battery will meet in Broyhill Music Center, Room 119.

Front Ensemble will meet in Broyhill Music Center, Room 214

The clinics are not required, but is highly recommended as you will learn skills and routines to be presented for the audition day.

If you’re unable to attend in-person, details regarding virtual auditions will be posted at a later date.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Dates:

  • Feb. 18 Clinic

    • Battery & Front Ensemble: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

  • April 7 Clinic

    • Battery & Front Ensemble 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

  • Apr. 27 Audition

    • Battery & Front Ensemble 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Audition Packets

Please download and print the following information. These packets will be taught at the clinics and will be the music used for auditions.

2024 Front Ensemble and Battery Packet, Updated Feb. 22, 2024

Color Guard

Color Guard Clinic/Audition Information

Updated Jan. 28, 2024

The Audition will take place Saturday, April 20 and 27 from 10:00AM-4:00PM in Varsity Gym.

The audition will be held in-person at the Varsity Gym, located on App State’s campus in Boone, NC. If you’re unable to attend in-person, details regarding virtual auditions will be posted at a later date.

Flags will be provided, but there is a limited number of weapons available. Please bring your own if possible!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Students who are unable to make the scheduled audition dates may submit a video-taped audition in the areas of Battery, Front Ensemble, Color Guard, and Twirlers

  • In the areas of Drumline, Guard, and Twirlers, it is our preference for you to be in attendance for the live audition. Those who submit a video will have less of a chance in making a spot in one of these sections typically

  • Drumline Video Auditions should include the candidate stating their full name, the instrument they are auditioning on, where they are from, playing through the audition packet located online for their specific instrument

  • Front Ensemble Auditions should include the candidate stating their full name, the instrument they are auditioning on, where they are from, playing through the audition packet located online for their specific instrument

  • Guard Video Auditions: Please make sure that you wear clothing that allows for movement and isn’t too loose on the body. For the audition video, start by introducing yourself, including your name, your age, and what year in school you will be for the upcoming season. Please prepare and demonstrate a 30-60 second piece that displays your technical and performance abilities on flag

  • Twirler Video Auditions are acceptable if an on-campus audition is not possible. Performance tapes are acceptable if it is a solo performance and the video is of good quality. Be certain that the video camera is framed so that both your hands and feet are visible at all times.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A MARCHING MOUNTAINEERS VIDEO AUDITION

  • Please save your video in a google folder and email a shared link to Dr. Jason Gardner.