Band Captain

• Face of the Band of Silver
• Model Band member for both marching and playing
• Assist the Director with logistical and instructional tasks during marching season
• Help plan regular leadership meetings
• Liaison between the band members and the director
• Works with Leadership Team to promote unity throughout band
• Complete a BLAST Project in your area of interest

Drum Major

• Primary conductor of the marching show and football tunes
• Work with Band Captain to help plan regular leadership meetings
• Model Band member for both marching and playing
• Dedicated to score study and learning proper conducting techniques
• Prepared to conduct rehearsals and sectionals when needed
• Assist the Director with logistical and instructional tasks during marching season and basketball band season.
• Takes attendance on Charms for every rehearsal
• Complete a BLAST Project in your area of interest

Assistant Drum Major

• Secondary conductor of the marching show and football tunes
• Work with Drum Major and Band Captain to help plan regular leadership meetings
• Model Band member for both marching and playing
• Dedicated to score study and learning proper conducting techniques
• Assist with rehearsal and sectionals when needed
• Conduct stands tunes when the Drum Major is absent
• Assist the Director with logistical and instructional tasks during marching and basketball band season
• Takes attendance on Charms for every rehearsal
• Work with Leadership Team to plan several social/bonding events throughout the summer and marching season
• Complete a BLAST Project in your area of interest

Section Leaders
(Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, High Brass (Mello/Trumpet), Trombone/Euphonium, Tuba, Drumline, Colorguard)

• Instruct members of the section in marching and musical techniques throughout the year- YOU are the standard for musical ability and marching technique
• Set up special sectionals when necessary to make ALL members perform at their highest ability level
• Remain a positive influence on the band and your section throughout the year
• Pass off your section on various memorization requirements throughout the marching season (including colorguard work)
• Assist Director and Staff in teaching the marching show requirements
• Complete a BLAST Project in your area of interest

Uniform Chair

• Complete a uniform inspection prior to all performances (section leaders assist)
• Oversee the distribution of uniforms before and after each performance (section leaders assist)
• Ensure the uniform room is kept clean and sanitary
• Organize the dry cleaning process (section leaders assist)
• Keep log in charms of uniform issues (repairs, etc)
• Report those with uniform deficiencies to the Band Captain and Drum Major for consequences.
• Complete a BLAST Project in your area of interest

Properties Crew Chief

• Organize group of 4 to 6 hard-working, dedicated students to serve on the Properties Crew
• Oversee set up of all band equipment prior to rehearsals, games, parades, competitions, concerts, and special events
• Ensure all properties crew are trained in how to manage the sound equipment
• Ensure the band storage rooms are kept clean and organized
• Complete a BLAST Project in your area of interest

Librarians

• Oversee organization and maintenance of Music Library
• Assists the Director with logistical tasks during marching season, basketball band season, and concert season
• Must have knowledge of score order and copy machines
• Dedicated to the West Hall Band and willing to serve in any capacity when needed
• Complete a BLAST Project in your area of interest

Other distinctions for student leaders:

• Social Chair
  • Plans and organizes social events for all band members throughout the year