The band has a reputation of being a top band in the America East Conference. Being recognized by local, regional, and national media, it is our goal to continue to strive for excellence. Musical selections for the auditions consist of songs that we play often, as well as new music that we want to master. Members who put the time in to learn these pieces and perform them well will be rewarded with a stipend for each event.
For the 2024-2025 academic year, all new members who join the band or drumline are automatically eligible to receive a stipend if they meet the attendance requirements for the year. Any new member that returns to the band for the 2025-2026 academic year will be required to audition at the beginning of the 2025-2026 year in order to remain eligible for a stipend, but an audition will not be required to remain an active member of the band. Any returning members who were previously ineligible for a stipend must audition if they wish to become eligible.
The Director of Athletic Bands reserves the discretion to revoke the stipend status for any members who:
- Conduct themselves in a manner that is unprofessional, or that does not align with the values and ideals of UMBC, the Department of Athletics, and the Athletic Bands
- Are unable to perform their instrument at an acceptable performance level
- Are unable to meet the attendance requirements
In previous years, auditions were required for some instruments, and were optional for others. Please find your instrument/section via the navigation menu or below for additional information about audition requirements for returning members of the band.