Bellingham High School Music Program

Bellingham High School Music Program

Drum Major/Section Leader Application

Please complete this application and return to Ms. Forte by Friday, June 17, 2016.

Drum Major Candidates: you must do 3 things to apply:

1. Submit this application by Friday, June 17, 2016.

2. In-class conducting auditions will be held in class.

3. Drum Major finalist interviews TBD after conducting auditions, scheduled individually.

Section Leader Candidates:

1. Section leader candidates will only submit this application by June 17th (no audition).

Name: ___________________________________ Instrument/Voice Part: _______________ Grade: ______

I am applying for: ___ Drum Major ___ Section Leader ___ Both

1. Why would you like to be a section leader/drum major?

2. What qualities do you believe you have that qualifies you to hold this position?

3. What are some things that a section leader/drum major should do that does NOT involve playing your instrument/singing?

4. How will you balance outside activities, like sports or jobs, and section leader/drum major responsibilities?

5. Do you currently study with a private teacher?

6. What are your strengths as a player and member of this ensemble (musical and non-musical qualities)?

7. What are your weaknesses as a player and member of this ensemble (musical and non-musical qualities)?