Famous Maroon Band Feature Twirler Audition Information Date Saturday, April 21, 2018 Location Joe Frank Sanderson Center 225 Bailey Howell Drive Mississippi State, MS 39762 For a campus map visit http://map.msstate.edu Time Registration/warm up: 12:00 pm 12:30 pm Auditions: 12:30 pm ***Complete and mail the Intent to Audition Form below by Friday, April 13, 2018*** Audition Requirements Due at Registration 1. Completed application form (page 3) 2. Recent headshot picture of the candidate attached to the registration form 3. Waiver of liability sheet (signed) 4. Copy of medical insurance card (front and back) 5. Non-refundable $20 application fee. No Personal Checks will be accepted. The following forms of payments are acceptable: Money Order, Cash, Cashier s Check, Booster Check *All of the above documents (1-5) must be complete before you register at auditions. When you register you will hand them in. Do not mail them to the band hall prior to tryouts. The only item you mail in prior to auditions is the intent to audition form below. 2018 MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY FAMOUS MAROON BAND FEATURE TWIRLER INTENT TO AUDITION FORM April 21, 2018 Name Address E-mail City State Zip Home Phone ( ) University Major ACT School Presently Attending Mail to: MSU Bands/Re: Auxiliary Audition/P.O. Box 6162/Mississippi State, MS 39762 Intent to Audition forms are due in the band office by Friday, April 13, 2018.
Audition Process Individual Routine Candidate will perform a 3-5 minute routine to the music of his/her choice. The routine must include two batons, three batons, and multiple turns. Appropriate small props such as ribbons, hoops, knives, etc. are encouraged, but not required (NO fire batons). The candidate will be judged on speed, showmanship, level of difficulty, and appearance. Music A CD player will be provided for your use. Bring a CD labeled with your name and number of performance track. Your CD must be playable in all devices, and we are not responsible if yours does not work properly. You may use a smartphone or mp3 player if you prefer. Please remove the case prior to the audition. We strongly recommend a CD as a backup. Music chosen for the individual routine is completely up to the candidate; however, it should be tasteful. What to Wear Candidate may wear a performance costume of his or her choice. Costume should be tasteful and complimentary. Hair and make-up should flatter the individual. Earrings may be worn. Additional Information Auditions are closed to the public. Video recordings will not be accepted as a form of audition. At the time of the audition, each candidate should be currently enrolled at Mississippi State University or admitted to the university for the Fall 2018 semester. For more information contact www.admissions.msstate.edu. Questions If you have any questions regarding feature twirler positions or the audition process, please call the MSU Band Hall at (662) 325-2713 or email Dr. Craig Aarhus at cha18@msstate.edu.
Feature Twirler 2018 Application Form Basic Information Full Name: Date of Birth: Age: Attach photo here. Hometown Information Hometown Address: City: State: Zip: E-Mail Address: Cell Phone Number: ( ) Parent/Guardian Name: Parent/Guardian s Phone Number: ( ) College Information (if applicable) College Address: City: State: Zip: College E-Mail Address: Cell Phone Number: ( ) Educational Information (complete as applicable) Current High School GPA High School Graduation Date Current College GPA Expected College Graduation Date What year in college will you be in the fall? Medical Conditions Are there any medical conditions that the Famous Maroon band staff and judges need to be aware of during your audition?
Awards/Accomplishments In the space below, please list your awards and accomplishments in the area of twirling: DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM! BRING IT WITH YOU TO THE AUDITION ON APRIL 21st!
Mississippi State University 2018 Famous Maroon Band Auxiliary Unit Waiver of Liability Release of Liability Form for Auditions and the 2018 Season (Upon Making the Squad) I acknowledge my voluntary participation in activities associated with the Famous Maroon Band at Mississippi State University during auditions, practices, camp, travel, and performances. I understand that while I am participating in any aspect of the Famous Maroon Band that there is a risk of injury involved. I hereby release from liability and relinquish any and all rights I may have, or which may arise, against Mississippi State University, the Famous Maroon Band, the Music Department, and any and all their employees and representatives (in their official and individual capacities). I represent and warrant that I am covered throughout the program by a policy of comprehensive health and accident insurance which provides coverage for injuries which I may sustain as part of my participation in the program. In signing this waiver, I hereby acknowledge and represent that I have read this entire document, and that I understand its terms and provisions. I knowingly accept that it affects my legal right, and it is a binding agreement. I have signed it voluntarily. (Signature of Participant) (Date) (Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian) (Date) Please attach a copy of your insurance card (both front and back) to the back of this sheet.