Do you have what it takes to be a Colorguard member or Feature Twirler in the Marching Band?
The Colorguard and Feature Twirler(s) are very important auxiliary units of the Marching Band. These groups have participated in the Marching Band for over 20 years. They perform at all Marching Band performances during the fall semester.
The Colorguard and Feature Twirler(s) often rehearse separately from the winds and percussion until routines are well-learned. These units typically schedule additional rehearsals on Wednesday evenings during the fall. Attendance at additional practices is mandatory. Exceptions can be made in emergency situations. The Colorguard captain is to be notified prior to a missed rehearsal.
Every member (including returning members) is required to audition for the guard each season. Auditions are typically held on the second Saturday of April. Consult the Marching Band webpage regularly during the spring semester for dates and details of the audition process.
If you have any questions or require further information regarding the Southeast Colorguard or Feature Twirler(s), please contact semoband@semo.edu or (573) 651-2335.
Are you interested in being in the colorguard or a feature twirler?
An audition is required for both the colorguard and feature twirlers. These individuals do not need to be a part of the music department but should have a background in their field with the necessary skills required.
Audition Information
- Auditions are open to any Southeast student with a background in Colorguard participation.
- Auditions are held in mid-to-late spring semester (month of April).
- Bring a completed audition application with you to the audition.
- Wear shorts, t-shirt type top, and tennis shoes.
- Bring your own flag and pole with covers (tips) on each end.
- Prepare the following fundamentals (demonstrated while standing still and marching):
- Drop Spins — Right
- Drop Spins — Left
- Double Time Drop Spins (Both Left and Right)
- Carves
- Butterfly
- Wind Mill
- Pop Toss
- J Toss
- Prepare an individual routine (two-minute maximum) to the music of your choice. Bring your own CD.
- A group routine will be taught at the audition and judged during the audition. Each candidate must audition in person, no video auditions allowed without prior approval from the director of the Southeast Missouri State Marching Band.
- Auditions are open to any Southeast student with a background in baton twirling.
- Auditions are held in mid-to-late spring semester (month of April).
- Bring a completed audition application with you to the audition (link to audition application below).
- Wear a performance uniform for the audition.
- Prepare 1, 2, and 3 baton material (4 baton material is optional).
- Prepare the following fundamentals:
- 1 turn illusion
- 3 turn
- High toss cartwheel or walkover
- Any two high toss tricks (with a minimum seven count toss)
- Bring a video recording of a personal performance to the audition (no longer than five minutes in length--this recording will not be returned to you).
- Prepare an individual routine (two minutes minimum/four minutes maximum) to music of your choice (bring your own CD or MP3). This routine should be different than the video recording submitted at the audition.
- Each candidate must audition in person, no video auditions allowed.
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