Thank you for your interest in the Husky Marching Band! As part of the Athletic Department, the UW Husky Marching Band is open to students from practically every degree-granting program at the UW, as well as students at other colleges and universities in the Seattle area. These students get the chance to take part in one of America’s most exciting collegiate marching bands, thereby providing for their continued musical growth and, more importantly, enabling them to establish life-long friendships and gain lasting memories.
I encourage you to fill out the Auditions Registration Form so that you may receive our audition updates. Please do not let the fact that a playing audition is required discourage you from trying out. It is a very painless process that will last less than 10 minutes. Historically, over 80% of those who audition are selected for membership. First and foremost, we want you in the band!
Auditions for all first-year members who play a brass or woodwind instrument will be held from 12:00 p.m. to approximately 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 6th, 2020. Those who successfully audition into the band will then need to attend an orientation session immediately following auditions, which will include a tour of the athletic facilities. Out-of-state students who play brass or woodwind instruments may submit a taped audition video or arrange for an appointment during their on-campus orientation if they so choose.
If you are interested in auditioning for the Husky Band Drumline, please visit our Drumline Audition Page for all details. Drumline Auditions will take place in late May or early June. The UW Drumline also has a week-long camp in August, and more information will be distributed upon successful audition into the group.
Upon acceptance to the band, all members are required to attend a mandatory camp (referred to as Pre-School Drills) from Monday, September 7th through Friday, September 11th (8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.). During this week, members will learn our marching technique and fundamentals, participate in sectional rehearsals focused on music, marching and choreography, and our first pregame and halftime show of the season. Our first full-band performance will be at the UW vs. Sacramento State game on Saturday, September 12th.
Once again, I hope you will consider becoming a member of the celebrated Husky Band. Exciting musical opportunities and experiences lie ahead of you here at the University of Washington!
Sincerely,
Dr. J. Brad McDavid
Director, UW Athletic Bands
For more information, or if you have any questions regarding the band or the university, email us or give us a call:
Husky Band Offices
(206) 543-7383
or email: Husky Marching Band