How do I join the RSOS?

Interested students should submit their name, home address, phone number (home and mobile), email address, classification, high school, director (freshmen), indicate instrument or specify auxiliary. 

What are the audition requirements?

Students are expected to prepare a solo that includes lyrical and technical excerpts, all major scales with arpeggios (minors if you know them) all octaves encouraged, and percussionists should be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of the PAS 40 Essential Rudiments performed open to close. 

What are scholarship requirements and are scholarships only for WSSU students?    

Scholarships are available only for students who attend WSSU as they are awarded through the University. In order to be eligible for scholarships, students must gain admittance to the University prior to the scholarship audition. Information for admissions can be found on the www.wssu.edu website. In order to satisfy scholarship requirements, students must maintain a GPA of 2.0 and participate throughout the academic year in university instrumental ensembles.
Requirements are available under Recruitment>Downloads.

Do I have to attend WSSU to participate in the RSOS?          

No, students who attend Forsyth Technical Community College are eligible to participate in RSOS through the Dual Enrollment program. Students will need to submit a copy of their confirmed schedule to Dr. Magruder at the beginning of the semester.

Do I have to audition in person?

No, students can submit an unedited seamless video audition. Students must include the name of their selections and are asked to the name the scales as they perform them, and to include all contact information in the e-mail for submission. Skype or FaceTime auditions can be scheduled with the directors. Early completion of admission and audition submission is encouraged.

When does band camp begin?

Band camp usually begins the first full week in August and continues through the first day of classes.

What is the practice schedule?

Practice is held daily beginning at 5:30 p.m. Additional practices and sectionals are scheduled at the discretion of directors. Holidays and school breaks are not excluded from this time.

How do I join auxiliary?

Auxiliary auditions are scheduled each spring, usually in the month of April, for young ladies who are current students and have a minimum GPA of 2.3 or are awaiting acceptance from the university. These are collegiate level teams where basic dance techniques (splits, toe touches, pirouettes, etc.) and basic flag work (drop spins, figure 8’s, speed toss, etc.) are not taught. Instead we ask that you are already familiar with these skills. It is also important to note that while there are no height and weight requirements, it is imperative that you are in physically fit shape and toned.