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How does being in a college Marching Band compare to my high school experience? The “Pride of the Plains” Marching Band is comprised of students who have been members of championship high school bands as well as students whose high school didn't even have a Marching Band. This diversity of backgrounds makes it difficult to compare college with high school. However, one of the greatest differences is that there is much less rehearsal time available. We perform a standard pregame show and 3-4 different halftime shows each season, and play lots of stand tunes. Also, the college band has to find a happy medium between being a fun and spirited organization while still achieving a quality of performance representative of the image of our great University at home and away. At PSU, we put a significant emphasis on the band being fun for the marching members as well as for the audience. How much does it cost? Actually, we pay you. See the blue box below for scholarship and stipend information. Do I have to audition to be in the band? NO. Brass and Woodwind players are not required to audition for the Marching Band. However, percussionists, twirlers, and color guard members will have to try out during band camp (or by appointment with the band director).
NO! The Marching Band does not require its members to be music majors. In fact, the majority of marching band members major in something other than music. The environment is ideal for freshmen as it provides them with a wealth of human resources to help them select professors and pick the best classes. Just about every major at the university is represented in the band! Do you have to know how to march to be in the band? NO! Marching experience is not required of anyone interested in becoming a member of the band. In fact, about 1/3rd of the Marching Band members had no marching experience before joining the "Pride of the Plains" Upon arrival at Band Camp, all members will learn to march. Don’t worry! Its not difficult at all.
Rehearsals are planned so as not to interfere with classes. Rehearsals are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3-4:30 PM. That’s it*. No extra rehearsals, no staying late. (*color guard and percussion do have one sectional each week… that’s why you guys get the big bucks.)
YES! The band will provide sousaphones, baritones, mellophones, and piccolos. Some saxes, trombones, and trumpets are also available on a limited basis. The band provides all percussion and colorguard equipment.
For More Information Contact the Band Director: Douglas Whitten at (620) 235-4070 or email awhitten@pittstate.edu
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Pittsburg State University sponsors several performing ensembles including:
Bands Wind Ensemble Symphonic Band Marching Band Basketball Pep Bands Jazz Ensemble Jazz Lab Band Jazz Combos
Orchestras South East Kansas Symphony Chamber Orchestra
Chamber Ensembles Brass Choirs Tuba Ensemble Trombone Choir Brass Quintets Trumpet Ensemble Flute Choir Clarinet Ensemble Sax Quartets Horn Ensembles Woodwind Quintets Percussion Ensemble And much more…
Vocal University Choir Chorale Jazz Choir Opera Program Much more
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Opportunities For You!
· An opportunity for you to meet new friends and to acquaint yourself with others who have a variety of interests and a common goal. · An opportunity for you to become a part of a great Pittsburg State University tradition. · An opportunity for you to gain an instant feeling of belonging, combined with a knowledge that you are an active part of a great university. · An opportunity for you to be a vital part of the excitement and traditional rivalries associated with men's and women's athletics in the NCAA. An opportunity for you to experience the rewards and sense of pride that goes along · with accomplishment. |
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Phone: 620. 235.4070 |
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Pride of the Plains Marching Band |
