Marching Knights
Directors: Dr. Tremon Kizer & Mr. Dave Schreier
Woodwinds & Brass Auditions
All new Brass and Woodwind members will need to submit an Intent to March, which will include a video audition consisting of music and basic marching technique.
All returning members will need to submit an Intent to March, but will not need to submit a video unless they are planning to change instruments or part placement from last year.
Students will pick the part from the Fight Song, Alma Mater, and Entry of Pegasus that they want to be considered for. They will not be considered for any part higher than they play in the audition video. Music does not have to be memorized.
Priority consideration will be given to those who have submitted their Intent to March and audition video by June 1, 2025.
2nd+ year Marching Knights who do not submit their Intent to March before June 1 will need to submit an audition video. After June 1, consideration will be for open spots on the field.
After July 15, members will only be accepted on a need basis (i.e. filling out the sousaphone section, etc).
Please note that auditions are not for a limited number of spots, they are against a standard. Every effort will be made to include all with auditions that meet the expected standard of performance.
Video Requirements
- Introduce yourself: Name, instrument, part you are trying for (if multiple parts), and school you most recently attended.
- Play the fight song with the movements shown in the sample video: Hold for intro, forward 8, back 8, forward 8, back 8, forward 8. Mark time to the end. Sample video is a side view.
- Play the Alma Mater .
- Play Entry of Pegasus .
FAQs
- Do I need to play a marching instrument in my audition?
- Does the music need to be memorized?
- Does it matter what I wear for my video?
- How am I being evaluated?
- What is the deadline for sending my video?
- How many students do you accept?
- How and when will I hear if I made it?
- What happens next?
Do I need to play a marching instrument in my audition?
No. Tuba and baritone players can play a concert or marching instrument. Mellophone players may audition on French horn and piccolo may audition on flute.
Does the music need to be memorized?
No. Memorization is not a component of your evaluation.
Does it matter what I wear for my video?
Wear anything you like – you do not need to dress formally. You are not being evaluated on your appearance!
How am I being evaluated?
Members of the Marching Knights staff will view your video and evaluate you based on tone quality, technique, expression, and rhythmic/pitch accuracy.
What is the deadline for sending my video?
Priority will be given to students who submit auditions prior to June 1. Auditions will continue to be accepted as space permits.
How many students do you accept?
Though a large majority of the 2024 Marching Knights is returning for 2025, we currently have openings in all sections!
When will I hear if I made it?
Notification of admission will begin June 10, 2025. You will be notified by e-mail.
What happens next?
Your acceptance e-mail will include instructions for registration, as well as a complete schedule of events for the fall.
Questions?
Please direct all questions to Dr. Kizer or Mr. Schreier.
Registering for your audition
To register to audition, view details about joining the Marching Knights and submit your Intent to March and UCF admissions application.