Marching Mocs

The future of the Marching Mocs is truly exciting - and we want YOU to be a part of the excitement! For more than a CENTURY, the band at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has been one of the most visible representatives of the university, and the catalyst for the energetic gameday atmosphere at Finley Stadium!

The UTC Marching Mocs perform at all UTC home football games, selected parades and exhibitions. Participation in the Marching Mocs is open to all UTC students, as well as Chattanooga State students, regardless of your major. Students receive credit for participation in the class which meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 PM - 5:50 PM. All members of the UTC Marching Mocs must be officially enrolled in course MUS 0030, which offers one hour of academic credit. There is also a “zero credit” section that we offer should you need that option. We invite you to join us as we work to build the largest student group on campus and provide support and energy to the UTC Mocs! BUT WAIT...it gets better!! Members of the Marching Mocs get paid to march!! You heard correctly. Members are eligible to receive a Service Award ranging from $200.00-800.00 for completing the season without issue. What could be better? Come join us! Questions about the Marching Mocs? Feel free to email Professor Coleman here: [email protected].

Staff:

Director of Bands: Professor Randall Coleman

Assistant Director of Bands: Professor Rob Truan

Assistant Director of the Marching Mocs: Professor Ethan McDaniel

Director of Color Guard: Tyler Edrington

Marching Percussion Staff: Matt Grimes and Alex Hinson

Twirler Coach: Jenny Hannah

Enroll in Band

All members of the UTC Marching Mocs must be officially enrolled in course MUS 0030.

The Marching Mocs rehearse on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. during the fall semester. Detailed information regarding Band Week will be announced later in the spring semester.

Chattanooga State students: contact Nicholas Hartline at [email protected] or (423) 697-3257 to find out how to enroll. ALL CHATT STATE STUDENTS MUST BE ENROLLED IN BAND AT CHATT STATE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MARCHING MOCS.

Band Camp Week Information

Band Camp Week Early Move In for those utilizing University Housing

Friday, August 9, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Band Camp Week for All Marching Mocs

Saturday, August 10-Friday, August 16, 2024

Classes Begin Monday, August 19, 2024

UTC Bands Information Fall 2024

There are no auditions for wind players for the UTC Marching Mocs. There will be a part assignment excerpt that we will send everyone to play and record for us. This is not an audition for membership…if you want us, we want you! This will help us determine your part assignment for our music. For the UTC Drum Line, there will be auditions held for instrument assignment. These auditions will take place in late spring. See below for addition information for percussionists. There are auditions for

our UTC Twirlers and UTC Color Guard. Those auditions will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Please see below for specific information for those sections. EVERYONE PLANNING TO PARTICIPATE in the Marching Mocs for the coming year (including those who are planning to audition for the color guard, drum line or twirler) should complete the camp registration form here

UTC Marching Mocs Registration 2024-25

Music Majors must audition for the Department of Music following the guidelines here: https://www.utc.edu/arts-and-sciences/music/prospective-students/audition-requirements This is ONLY for those students considering being a music major.

Please print this form: Marching Mocs Medical Form

Send the completed form to:

University Bands

615 McCallie Ave. Dept 1451

Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403-2598

Scholarships

All students who audition for the UTC Bands are eligible for service awards and performance grants, regardless of your major. There are separate awards for the Wind Ensemble. If you are interested in performing with the UTC Wind Ensemble, additional performance grants are available for you, regardless of your major. If you are not planning to be a music major and would like to be considered for a Wind Ensemble performance grant, contact Professor Coleman ([email protected]) for additional information. If you are planning to be a music major, your Department of Music audition will also be used to make performance grant and scholarship offers for students who choose to perform in Wind Ensemble. Non-majors interested in being considered for Wind Ensemble scholarships and performance grants are encouraged to sign up for a time on one of the two Music Division audition dates. Those dates and sign-up information can be found on the Music Division webpage. For more information on the admission and scholarship process, visit the UTC Admissions website here: https://www.utc.edu/about/admissions

Band Camp Registration:

All students planning to audition for twirler should also complete the information requested on the following link to reserve your spot at Band Camp: https://forms.gle/fFCG8d67fKPxNXNU9

Audition Process: In addition to the successful completion of the eligibility and registration requirements, the Majorette audition process is comprised of 4 categories: Individual routine, Required and additional skills, Across the floor movement & Group routine.

Individual routine: This is your time to show the judges what you do best! The routine should showcase your ability to successfully execute a prepared routine. You will be judged not only on your twirling skills but also on your performance skills, body technique, professionalism, entertainment value, and physical fitness. One, two and three baton work should be included as well as dance/twirl skills. The choreography for your individual routine should demonstrate and showcase your twirling and performance strengths. Entertainment value is important. The routine should be 1:30-2:30 minutes long. NO props are allowed. It is important to choose music that is engaging and tasteful. Music selections may have no profanity or questionable lyrics.

Basic Requirements:

· 2 spin vertical

· 3 spin vertical

· 2 spin horizontal

· Toss reverse illusion vertical

· Toss reverse illusion horizontal

· One spin reverse illusion

· Toss cartwheel (traveling side)

· Individual roll section (your choice)

· Basic two baton skills (required skills will be posted)

· Basic three baton skills (required skills will be posted)

· Please be prepared to present 5 additional skills of your choice (aerial skills, rolls, contact material or multiple baton). If you can do walkovers, leap walkovers, double or triple tricks of any kind please include.

Letter of Recommendation: All new prospective tryout candidates must submit a letter of recommendation. This letter should be provided by the Band Director, or Auxiliary Coordinator. In the event, and only in the event, that a candidate is not a member of their school’s marching band, a letter of recommendation may be given by their studio instructor. Email your recommendation to Jenny Hannah, UTC Twirling Coach at [email protected]. All recommendation letters should be received no later than Saturday, April 20 at 5:00 pm.

Attire: A twirling costume should be worn for the audition, including tan tights and tan jazz shoes. Full performance hair and make up is required. Please limit jewelry to performance earrings which go with costume.

Any questions or concerns about the audition should be directed to the UTC Majorette Coach, Jenny Hannah, at [email protected]

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Marching Mocs Percussion Audition Information-Fall 2024

Dear Percussion Students

Welcome to the 2024 Marching Mocs Percussion Section! We are very excited to start preparing for the 2024 season. The percussion audition camp will be held on campus on

April 27th from 9am to 6pm in the UTC Fine Arts Center. You can register for the camp by clicking below: https://forms.gle/8t6k18WpYm4nGsMf8

Band Camp Registration:

All students planning to audition for the percussion section should also complete the information requested on the following link to reserve your spot at Band Camp: https://forms.gle/fFCG8d67fKPxNXNU9

Below you will find a technical overview for our ensemble, as well as music for our UTC exercise program, cadences, and pregame music. It is expected that the exercises and cadences will be learned on the instrument you intend to audition on before you arrive to the audition. You must be able to mark time and play along with a metronome. Be prepared to move around to different instruments at the audition. Our job is to place students in a position where the individual and ensemble will both succeed.

Please bring the following items to the audition:

· Sticks/Mallets

· Practice Pad

· Printed music in a binder

· Water

· Tennis Shoes

· A willingness to learn and a great attitude!

If you have any questions or concerns, please email me!

Sincerely,

Ethan McDaniel

Adjunct Instructor of Percussion

Assistant Director of the Marching Mocs

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga [email protected]

Drum Line Packet                               Front Ensemble Packet

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Wind Part Placement Videos

All wind instruments (woodwinds and brass) will need to submit a short, part placement video. Audition music for brass and woodwinds can be found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JBSN9c2M2Wagta3CU75X9_xrgVbCKH94?usp=drive_link

Locate the part for your instrument and record your audition starting at measure 29 and playing to the end of the piece.

Any flute player who would like to be considered for piccolo, please submit your audition video on piccolo if possible. Mellophone players can submit your video on F Horn or mellophone, whichever is most convenient for you.

To reiterate, this IS NOT an audition for the marching band. This is simply so that we can place you on the appropriate part and to hear you play briefly. You should submit your video via YouTube link and email the link to us at [email protected]. Please use this phrase in the subject line of your email: UTC Band Part Placement: Your last name, Your first name. (UTC Band Part Placement Coleman, Randall) BE SURE TO STATE YOUR NAME CLEARLY on the video before recording your excerpts. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions. All videos must be emailed to us no later than May 1, 2024.

 

Dylan Campbell, Head

Abbey Bradford and Natalie McNelly, assistants

Flute Section Leaders

Madi Coffey

Alto Saxophone Section Leader

Neal Brite

Tenor Saxophone Section Leader

Julianne Evitts

Trumpet Section Leader

Emmett Davies

Mellophone Section Leader

Spencer Esposito

Trombone Section Leader

Ethan Hoge

Baritone Section Leader

Chris Reynoso

Tuba Section Leader

Austin Riddell

Percussion Section Leader

TBD

Color Guard Captain

TBD

Twirler Captain

TBD