YSU marching band seeks new members for 2011-12

Staff report

YOUNGSTOWN

Youngstown State University’s marching band, the YSU Marching Pride, is seeking new members for the fall season. The Marching Pride performs at every YSU home football game and will also travel to the away game Sept. 2 at Michigan State.

Brandt Payne, director of athletic bands, noted that Marching Pride members need not be music majors. New members may already be YSU students or incoming freshmen. Marching Pride members receive one semester hour of credit for performing. No audition is required but, attendance is required at all performances and rehearsals.

Students interested in becoming a member of the Marching Pride should go to ysubands.org/marching_pride for the schedule and requirements. Payne can be reached at bpayne@ysu.edu.

Band camp for all incoming freshman begins Aug. 22. The first performance of the 2011 season will be the “Meet the Pride” performance Aug. 28 at Stambaugh Stadium.