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Mighty Marching Jaguars

"Hit Squad" Drum Line

​Auditions Requirements





ABOUT.
The "Hit Squad" is the driving force that moves the "MMJ" to the beat. The drum line for the "MMJ" is an ever evolving section of talented individuals. The "Hit Squad" performs with the band at games, parades, and other events. They also perform as a section at various functions both in and out of school.

The "Hit Squad" drum line is growing into a force to be reckoned with. Do you have what it takes to block up with the Squad? See you at auditions.
REQUIREMENTS.
Potential drum line members must audition to gain placement on the line. This includes returning drum line members. Students will be scored on the following:
  • Basic percussion methods
  • Ability to march/move with and without equipment
  • Ability to learn by wrote
  • Ability to ready percussion charts
  • Discipline and demeanor
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Potential drum line members will not be able to select their section position. Student placement will be based of the above scores, and performance of the 26 Standard American Drum Rudiments. The rudiments needed to qualify for each section are listed below.

All rudiments are to be played in open-closed-open format.
  • ​ Snare and Quints
    • ​All 26 Standard Rudiments
  • ​Tenor Line
    • ​4, 5, 6,7, 11, 14, 20, 21
  • Bass Line
    • ​4, 5, 6,7, 11, 14, 20, 21​
26 Standard Rudiments
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Audition Dates & Important Information
2021 - 2022 Drum Line Auditions: TBA
FILES.
The following forms must be filled out and turned in on DAY ONE of auditions. Students will not be able to attend the auditions dates without it.

Release Form
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Medical Form
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  • Home
  • About
    • NMHS Band Booster Organization
  • FAME Band
    • Marcus D. Chester, Director of Bands
    • About FAME Band
    • Audition Requirements
    • Music Classes >
      • Symphony Winds (FAME)
      • Symphonic Band (FAME)
    • Ensembles >
      • Mighty Marching Jaguars
      • Symphony Winds (FAME)
      • Symphonic Band (FAME)
      • Jazz Band
      • Pit Orchestra
      • Percussion Ensemble
  • Mighty Marching Jaguars
    • Staff
    • MMJ Student Leadership
    • Uniform Drive
    • Meet the MMJ Logo Artist
    • Drum Line Auditions
  • Jaguar Classic
  • Gallery
  • Resources
    • Forms & Fees
    • Websites for Collegiate Music Programs