YSU Marching Pride


We want you to be a part of the YSU Marching Pride in 2008! An exciting year is on tap for the band this season. Members of the YSU Marching Pride have the opportunity to be a part of the exciting game day environment at Stambaugh Stadium, support four-time NCAA Division I-AA Champion Penguin Football, and of course make music at the highest level possible. Performing in the YSU Marching Pride is also a great way to make new friends, and network with fellow student from a variety of majors and backgrounds. 


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 Frequently Asked Questions
How often does the "Pride" rehearse?
    We spend a week of rehearsal (band camp) prior to the start of school learning important musical and visual basics, as well as halftime and pre-game shows. This is also a time for socializing (outside of rehearsal) and bonding as a team. After the start of school, the band rehearses Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 - 2:50, and Friday from 2:00 - 2:50. Gameday consists of a brief warmup and run through prior to the game. 
Can I live in a residence hall during band camp?
     Yes. Arrangements are made each year for students living in residence halls. Early move in is permitted before the start of camp, and dining services are also available. A small fee covers costs for this additional week.
How much is being a band member going to cost?
     Contrasting from many other college and high school marching bands, fees to participate in the "Pride" are low. Other than important uniform maintenance and cleaning fees, students are responsible for purchasing uniform marching shoes ($30.00) and gloves (nominal cost). Optional expenses include purchasing concession at football games. Those who opt to stay in campus housing during the band camp week will pay a fee for room and board. Incidentally, lunch is provided by the Dana School of Music each day of camp at no cost to the student.
I'm not a music major, aren't college bands for just music majors?
    NO! There is a place for students from ALL MAJOR in the Marching Pride. We expect music majors to perform in the band; however, we continually seek non-music majors. In addition to important musical contributions, students from other majors provide balance, perspective, and "outside the box" thinking that has helped our organization to be so successful.
My high school marching band rehearsed and performed all the time, I feel burnt out. Why should I make this commitment?
     Comparatively, the YSU Marching Pride requires less rehearsal and performance time than many bands at comparable schools. Because there are many benefits to joining the group, and a significantly less time commitment, you get the best of both worlds!
How do I sign up?
  1. Register for class.
    1. All band members (winds, percussion, color guard) must register for the course (for credit or participation).
    2. Course code: 6214 and Catalog No.: Musen 0006 (for credit)  or Musen 0006P (for participation only).
  2. Let us know your intention by emailing us the answers for the following questions.
    Please Copy and Paste numbers 1-16 into an email and send it to the marching band at -      ysump@cc.ysu.edu
    1. Name:
    2. Email:
    3. Summer Phone No.:
    4. Summer Address:
    5. Summer City, State, Zip
    6. Mobile Phone No.:
    7. Currently, I attend (YSU or your home high school):
    8. Principal Instrument:
    9. Major:
    10. Projected college graduation year:
    11. Permanent/Parents Phone No.: (if different)
    12. Permanent/Parents Address: (if different)
    13. I will participate in the Marching Pride? or I may participate in the Marching Pride, but am still undecided?
    14. I will need campus housing during band camp:
    15. I have registered for: Musen 0006 (for credit) or Musen 0006P (for participation only).
    16. If you have specific questions or comments please feel free to add them here.
  3. We will send you detailed information with regard to band camp, rehearsals and performances schedules-- just follow the road map!
  4. Other questions?  E-mail Dr. Chris Heidenreich, Director of the "Marching Pride" at cpheidenreich@ysu.edu.

 


Department of University Bands

Dana School of Music

Youngstown State University

One University Plaza

Youngstown, Ohio 44555

(330) 941-3636