Become a Member of the Bengal Marching Band
The ISU Bengal Marching Band joins the Winds, Drums, Colorguard, and Bengal Dancers to perform at ISU Football and community events.
Students may enroll in MUSP 1179 for 1 credit. All current students (at least part time/6 credits) and have a GPA over 2.0 are eligible for scholarship.
Community members may also be a part of the Bengal Marching Band with a firm commitment to attending all rehearsals and performances. There is no monetary benefit for participation of non-students.
EMAIL DR. KLOSS for the Google Doc Link to submit your information. All students must register here to receive the summer info packet. Links will also be sent to the MUSP 1179 Class List.
The Band meets MWF from 12-2pm in Holt Arena. On game day Saturdays, we rehearse for 90 minutes in the morning, and football games usually begin at 2:30 pm.
2017 BAND CAMP INFORMATION
The ISU Bengal Band Camp begins about a week before classes begin. Band Camp is mandatory for all members. Some meals are provided and on-campus housing is available for the week.
The Bengal Marching Band typically does 3-4 shows per year. By the end of camp, we will have Pre-Game and have started our first halftime show.
Drumline auditions and Section Leaders/Drum Majors begin Friday, August 11 - FINE ARTS BUILDING
EVERYONE ELSE Begins Saturday, August 12 - FINE ARTS BUILDING
Here is the information:
To get on the OFFICAL MARCHING BAND LIST, please email Dr. Kloss and ask for the Google Doc Link. This is the OFFICIAL ISU Marching Band Camp Registration. Check your ISU Email Address if you have registered for MUSP 1179 to find this link. Packets and Music are being sent by July 21 (addresses on Google Doc, or emailed to Drum Corps students).
2017 Performance Schedule
| August 11-12 | Drum Camp | Fine Arts Building |
| August 12 | Band Camp Begins (Winds/Colorguard) | Holt Arena/Band Room |
| August 19 | Camp Ends Saturday | |
| August 20 | March Through The Arch Welcome & Parade (Call 4:45pm) | Reed Gym |
| August 28 (UPDATED) | Welcome Back Orange and Black | Downtown Pocatello |
| August 31 | Home Game - THURSDAY (Schedule TBA) | Holt Arena |
| September 7 | Away Trip - THURSDAY - Utah State (Schedule TBA) | Logan, UT |
| September 27 | Homecoming BONFIRE | Holt Arena |
| September 28 | Homecoming Event/Alumni Gig (Time 5-7pm?) | Reed/Cadet Field |
| September 30 - HOMECOMING | Home Game - SATURDAY (Schedule TBA - Parade 10 am) | Holt Arena |
| October 7 | Home Game - SATURDAY (Schedule TBA) | Holt Arena |
| October 14 | Mountain West Marching Band Invitational | Holt Arena |
| October 21 - Family Weekend | Home Game - SATURDAY (Schedule TBA) | Holt Arena |
| November 4 | Home Game - SATURDAY (Schedule TBA) | Holt Arena |
| High School Performance TBA | TBA | TBA |
| Homecoming Events | TBA | TBA |
Bengal Marching Band Scholarship Information
ISU Student Members of the Bengal Marching Band will automatically receive a $500 scholarship.
Audition: $700
Colorguard: $700
Bengal Dancer: $500
Section Leader: Add $350 Bonus
Drum Major: Add $550 Bonus
Drum Corps Bonus: $250 - Complete a drum corps season prior to band camp
Pep Band: $300
Additional scholarship money may be offered by attending the department of music scholarship audition day.
Scholarship auditions for all ensembles are held on the last Saturday in February. All students interested in being a Music major or minor must audition. You may apply for a scholarship on the music department website and a staff person will contact you to set up a specific time. Scholarship auditions can also be made by appointment in the event you cannot make one of the scheduled audition days. It's never too late to audition!
Students receiving scholarships must be full-time ISU students with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
If you have any questions about scholarships, the marching and pep bands, or our music programs please call the music department office at (208) 282-3636.
Contact Us
(208) 282-4626
klosthom@isu.edu
921 S. 8th Ave., Stop 8099 Pocatello, ID 83209
