The University of Kentucky Bands are an integral part of the extensive activities of the School of Music; offering three concert bands, the Wildcat Marching Band and Basketball Pep Band. School of Music 4 - Walter Hartley Michael Hudson, Guest Conductor Over the Rainbow - Arlen/arr. The University of Kentucky provides the financial support for the band. Dr. Jason P. Cumberledge was appointed Assistant Director of Bands and Assistant Marching Band Director in 2016. Scholarship awards are available to both music majors and non-music majors. (Click on skill to view an example video.). Entertaining thousands of fans with our spirited, high- energy performances, the Wildcat Marching Band enjoys a national reputation as one of the finest collegiate marching bands in the country. The Kentucky Music Educators Association has been holding the marching competition since 1986. A native to Lexington, Kentucky and graduate of Lafayette High School, Ms. Wilson was a member of the Lafayette Marching Band and proceeded to participate in the University of Kentucky’s “Wildcat Marching Band.” Members of the Wildcat Marching Band have been selected as members of the Olympic Band, the Liberty All-Collegiate Band, the Disney World All-Star Band, the Collegiate Presidential Inaugural Band, and the Rose Bowl United Way Collegiate Band. (859) 257-2263, Office Hours and Ph.D. in Music Education and Instrumental Conducting from Florida State University. Entertaining thousands of fans with our spirited, high-energy performances, the Wildcat Marching Band enjoys a national reputation as one of the finest collegiate marching bands in the country. Taking pride in being one of the best twirling schools in the SEC, the UK Twirling program loves being a part of the Wildcat Marching Band and representing twirling in front of 70,000+ CATS fans at Kroger Field. 10 Questions with Kentucky Band Director Scott-Lee Atchison Prior to returning to Central Kentucky, Mr. Payne was a Band Director at New Castle Chrysler High School and New Castle Middle School in New Castle, IN, helping the marching band attain its highest finish ever in the ISSMA Indiana State Finals (4th). Join one of the largest and most visible student organizations at the University of Kentucky! The Wildcat Marching Band has recently traveled to Georgia, Indiana, Vanderbilt, Ole Miss, Tennessee, LSU, Tulane, Auburn, Alabama, and Florida and has participated in five bowl games, a BOA Regional Championship, a Presidential Inauguration, a World Series and professional football games. Director … ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BANDS - FMS. Mr. Weaver is one of only three to serve as drum major of the University of Kentucky “Wildcat” Marching Band for four years and has been an instructor with the nationally acclaimed George N. Parks Drum Major Academy since 1991. Director of the Bruin Marching Band 1982 to 2019. Monday – Friday, 8:30AM – 5:00PM, Created on Jan 26 2016 - 1:35pm | Last Updated Oct 5 2020 - 10:06am, Student Leadership, Honors, & Organizations, Scholarship honoring alum Wayland Rogers to support UK art song students, Alum Tyler Swick selected as Yamaha 40 Under 40 in Music Education, Yamaha Recognizes UK School of Music as 1 of 10 Institutions of Excellence, CFA Community Conversations with Dr. Lori Hetzel and Tegan Miller, School of Music Professor Finds Alzheimer’s Patients ‘Get Hooked on a Feeling’ With Music. Welcome! Selection for Road Band is at the discretion of the director and is based upon instrumentation needs, an audition, seniority, attendance and participation during the regular season. Dr. John Cody Birdwell, Director of Bands at the University of Kentucky since 2004, is serving as Interim Director of the Wildcat Marching Band during the 2020 Fall Semester. Kendra Wendeln has a long-standing love of the marching arts and has been designing shows, writing drill and teaching visual technique since 2001. Kentucky State University. Please wear form fitting athletic clothing and athletic shoes. Both a podcast and website, The Marching Roundtable was created as a place for discussion on important topics concerning marching band, drum corps, winter guard, and indoor percussion. Photo via UKNow, courtesy of Oaknoll Retirement Residence, Iowa City, Iowa. In addition, the Wildcat Marching Band has participated in numerous post-season bowl games, BOA Regional Championships, a Presidential Inauguration, a World Series, and the 2008 Ryder Cup. Charles M. Smith, Director of Bands. Band rehearsals are scheduled on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm. U of L or UofL) in Louisville, Kentucky.It is considered the Music Ambassador for U of L. The band plays at all home football games at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium (PJCS), all postseason bowl games, and occasionally a regular season away football game. The Wildcat Marching Band provides a pep band for every away game in the Southeastern Conference and travels with the full band to one away game each year. The Kentucky State University MIGHTY MARCHING THOROBRED Band represents the marching component and the "heartbeat" of the program, and was voted "The 2019 Best Band in the Land" by the national HBCU Awards Committee. In the late 1920s, Elmer "Bromo" Sulzer founded the all-female "Co-Ed band", for many years the only such band in the US. Dr. John Cody Birdwell, Director of Bands at the University of Kentucky since 2004, is serving as Interim Director of the Wildcat Marching Band during the 2020 Fall Semester. Thank you for your interest in the University of Kentucky and the Wildcat Marching Band Color Guard! All students at EKU, regardless of major, are welcome to join. Students who have been accepted as a music major do not need to audition. Lexington, KY 40506-0022 The Wildcat Marching Band provides a pep band for every away game in the Southeastern Conference and travels with the full band to one away … Marching Band, MUC 190, earns one credit per fall semester, which may be used as an elective in any degree program. If you are interested in twirling at the University of Kentucky but not ready to commit, please contact UK Twirling coordinators Kelly Hanlon and Medina McAnallen (uktwirlers@gmail.com) for more information. The University of Kentucky Alumni Band Association, is one of the largest and most active alumni associations on campus. 465 Rose Street Awards include full and partial-tuition scholarships, and service awards are also available through several endowed scholarship programs including the Robert C. McDowell Scholarship Fund, Henry P. Ormsby Memorial Scholarship, UK Band Alumni Scholarships, and the Harry Clarke Band Scholarship. Selection is based on experience, rehearsal discipline, conducting ability, personality, and leadership potential. There is no cost to the band members. "Early Week" (UK's band camp) is held a week before classes begin and includes extensive training in marching and playing at the college level. Director of the Symphonic Band 1985 to 1997, 2011 to 2020. In the evenings, there are activities sponsored by Kappa Kappa Psi Theta Epsilon and Tau Beta Sigma Eta Zeta, recent activities have included kickball, an awesome volleyball tourney at Jacobson Park, Band Olympics, and the Annual Pie in the Face competition. The band provides three meals each day, and students living in residence halls are allowed to move in early. Those students who have been assigned a residency hall can move into their room during this period at no charge. Carl C. Collins was the director of the WMB from 2008 to 2011. Marching Band (MUC 190) earns one college credit per semester. A brief interview with the judging panel after each individual routine (no more than 3-5 questions). Your own rifle if you wish to audition on rifle. Any UK student, regardless of major, is eligible for membership. 2:19. 1977 University of Kentucky Wildcat Marching Band "Slaughter on Tenth Avenue". As the first female members to join the University of Kentucky Wildcat Marching Band in 1960, the UK Feature Twirlers and Sweetheart Majorette Twirling line is rich in tradition, excellence, and is comprised of national champion twirlers from all over the United States. Entertaining thousands of fans with our spirited, high-energy performances, the Wildcat Marching Bandenjoys a national reputation as one of the finest collegiate marching bands in the country. A graduate of Union County High School, Mr. Stafford pursued and received a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance from the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY. 2019 University of Kentucky Wildcat Marching Band "First March to Kroger Field". A group flag routine taught and prepared by coaching staff and current members/ auditioned in groups of 4, Variety of hand exchanges (drop spin grab, back hand, money hand grab, etc). In addition, the University of Kentucky Alumni Band organizes a biannual reunion where they perform with the Wildcat Marching Band at a home football game. Performance-based scholarships are competitive and are determined through auditions with the members of the UK Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion faculty. Mighty Marching Thorobreds. We are very excited about this fall’s line and are looking forward to a great marching season. Several years ago the WMB was declared one of the "Top Bands in the South" by Southern Living. Men's games are held in Rupp Arena and women's games in Memorial Coliseum. LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 4, 2015) — Same great big blue sound, all new (and old) style. Its board of directors meets monthly to plan activities for the membership and to work with the UK Band to continue to grow and improve upon the great traditions of the UK Bands. A Form fitting athletic clothing and tennis shoes/socks. Scott-Lee Atchison directed the band from 2012 to 2016. The basketball pep band was part of the 2011 NCAA Final Four and the 2012 NCAA Basketball tournament where UK won their 8th National Championship. The camp runs 9:00am to 9:00pm, with breaks for meals. Individuals have been selected as members of the Olympic Band, the Liberty All-Collegiate Band, the Disney World All-Star Band, the Collegiate Presidential Inaugural Band, and the Rose Bowl United Way Collegiate Band. in Music Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and an M.M.E. Dr. Joe Allison, the director of bands at Eastern Kentucky University, is one of four individuals hosting a new podcast devoted to the marching arts. In addition, many former members of the WMB are teaching marching bands throughout the Commonwealth and across the country, as well as playing professionally with bands such as the Glenn Miller Orchestra. Travel expenses such as lodging, transportation, and meals are provided by the University of Kentucky - there is NO COST to the band members. The band provides all meals. 105 Fine Arts Building The University of Kentucky is a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Drum Majors and Student Leadership staff are selected each spring from the ranks of the Wildcat Marching Band. The Wildcat Marching Band provides a pep band for every away game in the Southeastern Conference and travels with the full band to one away game each year. Will Stafford, Band Director at Union County High School in Blairsville, GA, is currently in his first year as a band director. This credit may be used as an elective in any degree program. The rewards from having this type of experience cannot be measured. That dream came true when he was named KSU’s band director over the summer. Freshmen and new members of the marching band are eligible to try out for these positions after completing one year in the WMB. The band's early arrival on campus provides each individual an opportunity to get settled in the residency halls, buy books, make new friends, and adjust to a new environment and a new independence before classes begin. In addition to regular rehearsals, there are lots of social activities planned throughout the week to give students a chance to relax and meet their new friends! His responsibilities include Marching Band, Jazz assistant and improv lessons at both FMS and FHS, Directing the FMS Concert Band, Teaching Beginning Trombone, Baritone, and Tuba, and Assisting will all other Ensembles in FISD. Expenses such as lodging, transportation, and meals are provided by the University of Kentucky. The Color Guard performs at all home football games at Kroger Field for both pregame and half time in addition to various special events alongside the Wildcat Marching Band. The Pride of Kentucky has a long and distinguished tradition as one of the finest marching bands in the Commonwealth. The honorary band sorority, Tau Beta Sigma, and band fraternity, Kappa Kappa Psi, are very active throughout the year providing special service to the band and supporting its needs. New members and the student leadership begin a day before the rest of the returning members. No extra rehearsals are scheduled. If you're interested, fill out our interest form for customized information about our programs. Any UK student is eligible to participate, regardless of major. In order to help this process, we ask that you prepare as much during the summer months as possible. While any individual is allowed to participate in the WMB drumline, there are auditions for placement on each instrument. Auditions for Sweetheart Majorettes take place in April, while auditions for Color Guard and Drumline take place during Early Week (Band Camp) the week before classes begin in the fall. The current director of the WMB, Dana Maurice Biggs, arrived in Lexington in 2017. Nothing found at the moment, check back soon! Just before Clarke took over, the Band had suffered from low membership and some bumpy times. 14 talking about this. Tyler Swick earned his Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from the UK School of Music in 2012. ... the University of Kentucky … Ms. Wilson has played an active role in the marching arts community, both as a member and an instructor. Rehearsals on game days begin five hours before kickoff and last about an hour. The University of Louisville "Cardinal" Marching Band is the official marching band of the University of Louisville (a.k.a. Each year the band awards the "Honor Band Society" award to those students who have contributed to an extraordinary degree their time and energy to the success of the band. Middleton was the Associate Director of Athletic Bands at Virginia Tech from 2011-2016 where she was the Assistant Director of the Marching Virginians and the Director of the Hokies Pep Band. These rehearsals provide an enjoyable change of pace with minimal time involvement for the busy college student. 3 talking about this. The basketball pep band was recently a part of the 2011 NCAA Final Four and the 2012 NCAA Basketball tournament where UK won their 8th National Championship. In preparation for the audition, please work on all basic concepts including timing, technique, sound quality, relaxation, marking time, reading skills, etc. Born and raised in nearby Cynthiana, Kentucky, Mr. Smith graduated from Harrison County High School, and then earned his Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Kentucky, and Master of Arts degree in Music Education from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Time is divided between learning drill at Shively and having indoor music rehearsals. The WMB's repertoire ranges from contemporary jazz to classical favorites. The UK Band was honored during this time to perform at the 1969 Presidential Inauguration of Richard M. Nixon. This year we are excited to host Summer Drum Day. Phone: 859-257-4900music@uky.edu, UK Bands Thank you for your interest in the Wildcat Marching Band Drumline. Rehearsals on home game days begin five hours before kickoff and last one to two hours. Reynolds Chris Spivey, Guest Conductor Dramatic Essay - Clifton William's Vincent DiMartino, Soloist Sinfonia No. This is the official page of the University of Kentucky Band program Dr. Brooke Johnson, Director. If you are not yet a Colonel, consider our time-honored events for pre-college instrumentalists: the High School Honors Clinic (details soon), Middle School Honors Band, Stephen Foster Music Camps, or sign up to be a Marching Colonel for a Day. Learn how and when to remove these template messages, Learn how and when to remove this template message, reliable, independent, third-party sources, Bluegrass Community and Technical College, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wildcat_Marching_Band&oldid=981334172, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 1 October 2020, at 17:56. The band provides a pep band for every away game and travels with the full band to one away game. The Wildcat Marching Band (WMB) is the marching band of the University of Kentucky, located in Lexington, Kentucky. Please feel free to contact Drumline Instructors Dr. Joshua Smith or Emily Durocher for any questions you may have. Imagine the excitement of performing at major SEC events: performing at some of the largest nationally televised games, and traveling to various venues around the country. No "extra" rehearsals are scheduled. The Wildcat Marching Band has recently traveled to Georgia, Indiana, Vanderbilt, Ole Miss, Tennessee, LSU, Tulane, Auburn, Alabama, and Florida and has participated in bowl games, a BOA Regional Championship, a Presidential Inauguration, a World Series and professional football games. The following year he joined the Hopkinsville High School Marching band and was an active member in the Marching Band, Concert Band, and winter guard until graduation in the spring of 2006. She earned a Bachelors degree in Music Education from Miami University in 2004, performed as a graduate member of the Eastern Kentucky University percussion ensembles from 2005 through 2008, and was a 2013 graduate of Florida State University … Game day rehearsals are held on the Tim Couch fields at the Nutter Athletic Complex. Lexington, KY 40506 Check the Drumline, Colorguard, and Majorettes information for more details. 465 Rose Street To schedule an audition, or for more information about UK Band scholarships, please call the UK Band Office, (859) 257-2263. Every student who enrolls in the marching band is eligible for at least a $1000 stipend for the fall semester. In addition to halftime performances and stand tunes, the drumline will also learn extra candences and grooves. Smith Vincent DiMartino, Soloist Apollo Unleashed from Symphony No. Join one of the largest and most visible student experiences at the University of Kentucky! Dr. Frederick Speck, Director of Bands, has overseen and provided vision and direction for the program since 1995. Ryan Williams is in his second year as an assistant director in Fredericksburg ISD. In addition, the Wildcat Marching Band has participated in numerous post-season bowl games, BOA Regional Championships, a Presidential Inauguration, a World Series, and the 2008 Ryder Cup. Marching Band. Please refer to the audition packet for more details. The Wildcat Marching Band is directed by Dr. John Cody Birdwell. For more information about the marching band at Western Kentucky University, contact Dr. Gary Schallert or Dr. Matthew McCurry. No Jewelry, jeans, or sandals. There is generally no expense for being in the band except for the purchase of minimal required attire (Between $100-$150) & uniform shoes (approximately $35). The Wildcat Marching Band also includes a few students each year from Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC) and Transylvania University whom do not field a marching band. John J. Kennedy was hired as band director, and under his direction the band became known as "The Best Band in Dixie". It is important that all players come prepared with a solid foundation of skills. "The mask seals tightly around the mouthpiece so nothing can exit through that seal," said Marching Band Director Cody Birdwell. Director of Bands 2011 to 2020. Harley began his marching career in 2000 at age 12 in the Hopkinsville Jv (middle school) winter guard. Band members do NO FUNDRAISING. The Basketball Pep Band performs all men’s and women’s home basketball games, as well as home volleyball and gymnastics meets. In 2008, the WMB participated in the opening ceremony of the Ryder Cup in Louisville. As a member of the Color Guard and Wildcat Marching Band, you are a visible representative of not only the athletic teams we support, but also the University and state of Kentucky. Music therapist Meghan Ross, MA, MT-BC, plays guitar for resident at retirement home. The band provides a pep band for every away game in the Southeastern Conference and travels with the full band to one away game each year. Clarke also added an Associate Director of Bands in the late 1970s. Band Director - Mr. Al Level School President - Dr. M. Christopher Brown II Promote us or start a conversation by using both hashtags #HBOB & #KYSU By the end of Early Week, all members have learned their music and drill for Pre-game and the first Halftime performance. Woodwind and brass students who are registered for and complete Marching Band (MUC 190) during the Fall semester are eligible to participate in the pep band in both the Fall and Spring Semesters. Jul 1982 - Oct 202038 years 4 months. The Department of Music welcomed Dr. Brooke Johnson in 2019 as Assistant Professor and Director of Athletic Bands at Miami University.In her position, Dr. Johnson oversees all aspects of the Athletic Band program, teach courses in the music education curriculum and will direct the Miami University Marching Band and Symphony Band. Game day rehearsals are held at Shively Field or, in case of bad weather, inside the Nutter Field House. These awards are presented at the annual band banquet. Below are some of the benefits of participating in the Marching Colonels. The band travels two or three times a year to away games and was most recently invited to perform in exhibition at the Bands of America Regional Championship in Louisville. 1:48. Band rehearsals are scheduled on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Shively Field. This is the official page of the University of Kentucky Band program Mr. W. Harry Clarke introduced many new things to the band. In the fall of 1920, Sgt. At home in the eRUPPtion Zone, the Basketball Pep Band performs regularly for over 24,000 Wildcat Fans as part of the most intimidating home court in college basketball. In 2016, Jason Cumberledge was named Assistant Director of Bands & Assistant Cardinal Marching Band Director. The University of Kentucky Bands offers generous support to outstanding students who demonstrate the potential for superior musical performance as well as outstanding academic achievement. Finally, each year the Alumni Band plays at all Men's and Women's basketball games over the Holiday Break. • $500 Fall scholarship award for participation In 2011, Dr. Amy I. Acklin was appointed as the Associate Director of Bands & Marching Band Director. Frederick Speck, Director of Bands, has overseen and provided vision for the program since 1995. The WMB performs at all UK home football games and selected away games. In 1903, Captain George Byroade, Commandant of the Military Science department, appointed Professor Rucker as band director, creating the first official marching band at UK. Room 33 Fine Arts Building Informally affiliated with military training, the band existed by 1893, and possibly as early as 1889. The UK Pep Band plays an integral role at all Rupp Arena and Memorial Coliseum home games where we have the best seats in the house! In 2011, Amy Acklin was appointed as the Associate Director of Bands & Cardinal Marching Band Director. The UK Feature Twirlers and Sweetheart Majorette line also perform at other UK Athletic events, around the Lexington community, and compete on the local, regional, and national level. There are no auditions for woodwind and brass players to be in the Wildcat Marching Band. Earning a place on the Color Guard at UK will allow you to make friendships that last a lifetime and create some of the most memorable experiences of your life! The WMB has participated in bowl games, a World Series, and performed for the Cincinnati Bengals on several occasions. Within a few years, the "Marching Hundred" turned into a 200-plus member Marching Band. Percussionists may audition for a drum set or bass drum position. He has served the state of Kentucky as Past President of the Kentucky College Band Director's Association and Coordinator for the Kentucky Intercollegiate Band. Most recently, the band was invited to perform as one of the featured ensembles in the opening ceremonies of the 2008 Ryder Cup international golf matches. She taught multiple classes and directed the Symphony Band. Official YouTube channel of the University of Kentucky Wildcat Marching Band The first recorded marching band at UK was an unofficial "Cadet Band" led by Herman Trost, who had been a bandleader in Sherman's Army in the Civil War and a close friend of John Philip Sousa and was part of a group of immigrants from Germany and Prussia call the Forty-Eighters. Smith has been the director for 15 of the 21 wins and the band director at … Dr. Cumberledge holds a B.S. 2 - Frank Ticheli UK SYMPHONY BAND Kirkpatrick Fanfare - Andrew Boysen O Magnum Mysterium - Lauridsen/arr. UCLA. 109 Presser Hall humfelbe@miamioh.edu. For more information, contact UK Alumni Band Co-Presidents Willow Cooper (willowliz6161@yahoo.com) and April Littrell (apeeaml@me.com). "Early Week", as UK's band camp is called, is held a week and a half before classes begin and includes extensive training in marching and playing.
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