For over a hundred years, the BYU Cougar Marching Band has supported the university and its football team. Its ensemble of over 225 dedicated musicians from all over the country entertain and energize thousands of Cougar fans at every home football game. The band seeks to help others come unto Christ through inspirational music and exemplary conduct.
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Sydnee Hinrichsen & The Bach Project
Hinrichsen has been playing for 20 years now. Hinrichsen's most recent violin accomplishment, The Bach Project consisted of 31 violinists who all have ties to BYU.
How much time does being in Marching Band require?
Marching Band is a class (MUSIC 323R), and therefore requires enrollment during fall semester (September – December). Rehearsals are held each Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, with the color guard members arriving at 3:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays to learn new routines prior to rehearsal with the band. The drumline also holds an additional section rehearsal from 3:00 to 4:00 pm on Fridays.
Are there scholarships available to Marching Band members?
All individuals who are selected for membership in the band will receive talent/service awards beginning at $600. Increasing scholarship amounts are determined by instrumentation needs, prior membership, and leadership responsibilities. Additional scholarships are also available to marching band members who are concurrently enrolled in an auditioned concert band and/or are music majors.