{"id":200,"date":"2023-03-06T13:01:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-06T18:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/?page_id=200"},"modified":"2025-11-06T12:48:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T17:48:38","slug":"audition","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/audition\/","title":{"rendered":"Audition Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-become-part-of-tradition\">Become Part of Tradition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From performing on the world stage at Edinburgh Castle in Scotland to marching through the streets of our Nation\u2019s Capital, The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes proudly represents the College, the State and even the Nation. Our cadet musicians stand out not only for their musical talent but also for their excellence in academics and leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-join-the-citadel-band\">Why Join The Citadel Band?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to becoming part of a time-honored tradition, members of the Citadel Regimental Band enjoy a wide range of benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scholarships<\/strong>: Automatic consideration for Band and Merit Scholarships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indoor Band Practice:<\/strong> All band practices are held indoors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unique Performance Opportunities<\/strong>: Perform at prestigious events, both locally and internationally (e.g., Scotland).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learn New Instruments<\/strong>: Expand your musical abilities with the chance to learn additional instruments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leadership Opportunities<\/strong>: Band-specific leadership roles like Bugle Master, Drum Majors, Pipe Supply and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%;\">\n<div class=\"statbox\">\n <h2 class=\"has-text-align-center\">20<span>+<\/span><\/h2>\n  <p><strong>Available Named Band Scholarships<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p><em>Automatic Consideration for Band and Merit Scholarships<\/em><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 0.8rem; margin-top: 0.5rem;\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.citadel.edu\/register\/?id=cb7818c2-112d-4104-b528-f4472f31784c\">Begin Your Band Journey<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-pt-barracks-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"nomarg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-audition-requirements\">Audition Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"white-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-citadel-regimental-band\">The Citadel Regimental Band<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Auditioning musicians must complete the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepared Piece:<\/strong> Perform a selection such as an All-District etude or a standard instrumental solo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scales:<\/strong> Play four chromatically adjacent major scales (e.g., Bb, A, Ab, G \u2013 starting pitch of your choice) and a chromatic scale covering the instrument\u2019s full range.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Percussionists:<\/strong> Prepare a standard rudimental snare solo to perform.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/band-2025-parade-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/band-2025-parade-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/band-2025-parade-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/band-2025-parade-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/band-2025-parade-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/band-2025-parade-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"white-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-citadel-pipes-band\">The Citadel Pipes Band<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Citadel Regimental Pipe Band offers positions for all experience levels, from beginners to advanced pipers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beginner Pipers<\/strong>: No prior experience is necessary. The Citadel Regimental Pipe Band welcomes beginners eager to learn and develop their skills. The Director of Piping accepts a limited number of beginners each year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Experienced Pipers<\/strong>: Experienced pipers should submit a video of themselves performing for review. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/20240928_Parents-Weekend_Parade_0376-copy.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/20240928_Parents-Weekend_Parade_0376-copy.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/20240928_Parents-Weekend_Parade_0376-copy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/20240928_Parents-Weekend_Parade_0376-copy-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/band\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/110\/20240928_Parents-Weekend_Parade_0376-copy-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-citadel-navy-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-ready-to-lead-the-tradition\">Ready to Lead the Tradition?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Become part of The Citadel\u2019s proud musical legacy. Whether you\u2019re an instrumentalist, percussionist or piper, the Regimental Band and Pipes offers a unique opportunity to grow as a musician, leader and cadet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Complete The Citadel\u2019s Request for Information: Band (Cadet) form below<\/em> <em>to get started.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\" id=\"white-hover\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.citadel.edu\/register\/?id=cb7818c2-112d-4104-b528-f4472f31784c\">Begin Your Band Journey<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<h1>Audition Information<\/h1>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-wide-excerpt-rss-template.php","meta":{"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-200","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.8 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - 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