Playing auditions are not required for brass and woodwind musicians who have participated in their high school bands. All we require is that you schedule a new member meeting so we can get to know you, explain the essential points of band participation, and answer any questions you may have. New member meetings are held throughout the spring and into the summer. You can meet us in person on campus, through Microsoft Teams, or by phone – whatever best suits your circumstances. Email mightysound@memphis.edu or call (901) 678-BAND to schedule your new member meeting.

Drumline Audition Prep Clinic:

In preparation for drumline auditions, we offer a free class every Monday night during the spring semester, from 7:30 to 9 PM, in the Communication and Fine Arts Building (CFA), Room 137. The classes are not mandatory to become a drumline member but are highly encouraged, as we will work on the 2025 exercises and audition pieces. We only have a limited number of drums and want everyone who comes to be able to play the entire time, so we ask that you bring your instrument if you can. Free parking will be available in the lot on Central Avenue. For more information or a digital copy of the music, contact Michael Todd at michael.a.l.todd@gmail.com.

Audition:

Auditions for the drumline will be held on Saturday, April 25, from 9 AM to 4 PM in the Communication and Fine Arts building, room 137, on the University of Memphis campus. The audition will consist of playing in a complete battery setting during the morning, with individual auditions conducted in the afternoon. All material needed for the audition is compiled in a packet, which can be obtained by clicking HERE.

You may submit a video audition if you cannot attend the audition day. The video should include all audition material, must be played on a drum with a metronome, and must be able to see your feet, hands, and face. A link to your video audition should be sent to Michael Todd before 5 PM on April 25 - michael.a.l.todd@gmail.com.

For answers to questions regarding the drumline and/or drumline auditions, please contact Michael Todd at michael.a.l.todd@gmail.com.

Auditions for the color guard will be conducted in two rounds - video submission and in-person audition. The requirements are outlined below. Please note that the in-person auditions are by invitation, following a successful video audition. If you have questions, please email uofmguard@gmail.com.

Round 1: Video Submission. Submissions are due by April 10, 2026

• You will submit a video solo audition. The flag/equipment must be in view the entire time.

• In your video before you start your routine, please introduce yourself, tell us what year you are (high school senior, current UofM freshman, etc.), what your major/intended major is, and a little bit about yourself. Please speak as clearly as you can into the camera.

• Please upload your video to YouTube using an unlisted link with the title "2026 University of Memphis Colorguard Audition - First Name Last Name" and email to uofmguard@gmail.com on or before April 10, 2026.

If you meet the standard of the Mighty Sound of the South Colorguard, you will be invited to an in-person audition.

Round 2: In-Person Audition, April 25

• You will learn and demonstrate across the floors

• Learn and perform a dance routine 

• Learn and perform a group routine 

• Learn and perform the Fight Song, Go Tigers, Go!

• Candidates will be expected to learn our Fight Song routine prior to arrival and perform it upon request.

Please note that we will begin our day with light cardio and strength training. Please bring the appropriate braces and shoes if needed.