Thank you for your interest in a twirling position with the Kansas State University Marching Band! Personality and the ability to work with one's peers, as well as twirling talent and the ability to entertain 55,000+ people will be the major factors in our selection. The individual(s) chosen must have the ability to work with the band and understand their role in the overall performance. The following is the necessary information of which each candidate must be aware regarding the audition process and marching band season.

PRELIMINARY AUDITION (required)
A videotape for preliminary auditions must be received in the K-State Band Office no later than TBA 2009. The video should include footage that demonstrates the individual's ability to perform, emphasizing entertainment and technical value. Suggested format may include field performance(s) with current marching band, other performance venues and/or competition exhibitions. The live audition requirements may be incorporated as well. Please also include a spoken statement (on video) pertaining to your desire and suitability to be selected as a Kansas State University Twirler.

Additional items to be included with the video:

1. Completed registration forms (obtained from the K-State Band Office)
2. Resume (include academic, community, and twirling credentials)
3. Current Photograph
4. Three letters of reference (one from current instructor)

THOSE SELECTED FOR LIVE AUDITION WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE TBA 2009

LIVE AUDITION INFORMATION:
Saturday, April 25, 2009
8-10 a.m. - Twirler Auditions begin

An audition fee of $10.00 will be collected at the registration table. Checks or cash accepted (checks to be made payable to KSU Bands).

Judging panel will consist of at least one licensed baton twirling judge, Director of Bands, and may include other Band Staff members.
Auditions are closed to all spectators, but the audition will be video taped for judging purposes.
The number of twirlers selected will be determined after all twirlers have auditioned.

ORDER OF EVENTS: PLEASE WEAR TWIRLING ATTIRE TO THE AUDITION
All twirlers will complete each phase of the audition together
(example, all twirlers will march 1 at a time, then all will perform the down the field routines, etc...)

1. Marching: to exhibit form, technique, ability to respond to commands, and ability to maintain tempo and beat
Basic Strut marching format

2. "Down the Field Routine": to exhibit the ability to move approximately 25 yards (directionally moving from judges' left to right) while twirling.
Perform to "Wildcat Victory" played twice through as on the KSU Marching Band cassette/CD.
1st time through melody, must move in a forward position from the judges left to right approximately 20 yards.
2nd time through melody, is at your own discretion

3. Show Routine:
Music selection is the twirler's choice with suggested time length 2-3 minutes. It would be wise to remember that the committee is looking for routines that please 55,000+ fans from several rows away, and not one or two twirling experts. They will be looking at at variety, difficulty, appearance, equipment handling and control, music interpretation, visual effect, and showmanship/crowd appeal

4. Interview:
This portion will be conducted immediately following the twirling portion of the audition. No change of attire is required.

AUDITION REGISTRATION:
All who are planning on auditioning for a 2009 KSUMB twirling position MUST complete the auxiliary registration form as part of preliminary auditions. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. The registration form is available either by calling the K-State Band Office at (785) 532-3816, or can be completed and submitted via the web by clicking here