Marching Band FAQs

 

HOW DO I SIGN UP?
WHERE CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?

Check out the SJSU Athletic Bands handbook here:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hwe_mOglynUAXwR9ciW_KvcyO8qbHvVi/view?usp=sharing

WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE BAND REHEARSE?

Throughout the Fall semester, our regular rehearsal time is 3:30pm-5:30 pm, Mon, Wed, and Fri. Most days we rehearse at CEFCU Stadium at the San Jose State SOUTH Campus. Occasionally, inclement weather forces us back to the music building on Main Campus.

IS THERE AN AUDITION FOR BAND?

Wind instruments are open to all participants without audition. Battery Percussion, Color Guard, and Dance all have auditions during the Spring and Summer leading up to the Fall season.

HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR AUDITIONS/WORKSHOPS FOR DRUMLINE, COLOR GUARD, OR THE DANCE TEAM? 

DRUMLINE:
- Contact: Bands@sjsu.edu
- Instagram: @sjsudrums
COLOR GUARD:
- Contact Coach: Karissa Slintak - karissa.naone@sjsu.edu
- Instagram: @sjsucolorguard
SAN JOSE STATE DANCE TEAM:
- Contact: spirit@sjsu.edu

Learn more about our Staff here: https://www.sjsu.edu/music/ensembles/bands/marching-band/staff.php

DO I HAVE TO USE MY OWN INSTRUMENT?

No. You may use your own instrument, or the band will provide instruments when needed (piccolos, clarinets, saxophones, mellophones, trombones, marching baritones, sousaphones, and battery percussion instruments). 

DO I HAVE TO DO FUNDRAISERS? 

Absolutely NOT! Your days of candy sales and car washes are over! The band pays for all trips including transportation and lodging. This includes bowl games at the end of the season and recruitment tours.

I HEARD WE GET “PRIORITY REGISTRATION.” WHAT’S THAT AND HOW DOES IT WORK

That’s right! If you commit to being in the band early enough, you can get “Priority Registration” status. This allows you to register for your classes early so you can get into those classes that fill-up quickly and structure your schedule around band rehearsal. No more waitlists!

WHERE CAN I OBTAIN AN APPLICATION FOR SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY?

Learn more at https://www.sjsu.edu/admissions/freshman/want-to-apply/apply-to-sjsu/index.php

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ATTEND SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY? 
  • In-state tuition and fees (yearly): approximately $7,852
  • Out-of-state tuition and fees (yearly): approximately $19,732
  • Open University (for 1 unit): approximately $280
  • More info on tuition and fees can be found here: https://www.sjsu.edu/tuition-and-fees/
DO I HAVE TO BE A FULL TIME SJSU STUDENT TO BE IN THE BAND? 

No! Part time, as well as “Open University” enrollment is welcome. 

WHAT IS “OPEN UNIVERSITY” ENROLLMENT?

“Open University” enrollment means that you can attend a community college, have a job, or do just about anything you want and still be able to march in the SJSU Band. The fee is usually around $280.00 and you will receive 1 unit, the use of equipment and uniforms, and all other band-related privileges that full time students enjoy. You DO NOT have to apply to SJSU in order to take advantage of this enrollment option; simply fill out a form when band starts. 

EARLY HOUSING INFORMATION

Check here for information about on-campus early move-ins for members!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/175DzxPLKjyl5lR1SqDi1Gh2scxOdo9h3gwZh25Wk55g/edit?usp=sharing