Color guard (flag corps) is an auditioned auxiliary unit of the marching band. Auditions are typically held every year in the month of April in the THS band room.
The color guard provides visual enhancement to the musical performance of the marching band. Color guard members strive to perform with energy, artistry, and elegance while representing the school and band program. |
2024 Color Guard Auditions
Pre-audition Meeting Monday, April 1 at 3:15 PM in the Band Room
Audition Clinics Tuesday through Thursday, April 2-4, 3:00-5:00
Audition Friday, April 5, at approximately 3:30
Clinic/Audition Fee $25.00 (cash, or checks payable to THS Band)
DUE BEFORE A FLAG WILL BE ISSUED. FEE WILL NOT BE REFUNDED.
REQUIREMENTS FOR AUDITIONING AND PARTICIPATING IN THE THS COLORGUARD 2024-2025
Returning members must be up-to-date on fee payments!
1. Must meet requirements of “Academics First” (Pass all 4 core subjects, Pass 6 subjects with average of 70)
2. Must pay the clinic/audition fee
3. Must pass the discipline screening (assistant principals and teachers)
4. Must have a physical form (provided). You must complete the front, and a physician must complete the back.
Of course, you may use your personal physician or Health Dept – just make sure you use the form we provide.
5. Must NOT have any medical condition which would prevent you from fully participating in audition activities,
band rehearsals, or performances.
6. Must return personnel, physical, and medical forms signed by both you and your parents if you are chosen.
CLINIC/AUDITION PROCEDURES
1. You will learn basics and routines during the afternoon clinics.
2. You will be evaluated on basics, dance movements/routine, the tryout routine, posture, fluency, and rhythm.
3. You will likely be asked to perform in a large group and/or small groups of 2 to 4 people.
4. Judges will include qualified band directors and/or guard instructors.
5. On audition day, you must wear a SOLID WHITE T-SHIRT AND BLACK ATHLETIC STYLE SHORTS OR WARM-UPS. No advertisements, writing, etc., on clothing. Wear comfortable athletic shoes.
NO JEWELRY ALLOWED. HAIR MUST BE PULLED BACK!
Pre-audition Meeting Monday, April 1 at 3:15 PM in the Band Room
Audition Clinics Tuesday through Thursday, April 2-4, 3:00-5:00
Audition Friday, April 5, at approximately 3:30
Clinic/Audition Fee $25.00 (cash, or checks payable to THS Band)
DUE BEFORE A FLAG WILL BE ISSUED. FEE WILL NOT BE REFUNDED.
REQUIREMENTS FOR AUDITIONING AND PARTICIPATING IN THE THS COLORGUARD 2024-2025
Returning members must be up-to-date on fee payments!
1. Must meet requirements of “Academics First” (Pass all 4 core subjects, Pass 6 subjects with average of 70)
2. Must pay the clinic/audition fee
3. Must pass the discipline screening (assistant principals and teachers)
4. Must have a physical form (provided). You must complete the front, and a physician must complete the back.
Of course, you may use your personal physician or Health Dept – just make sure you use the form we provide.
5. Must NOT have any medical condition which would prevent you from fully participating in audition activities,
band rehearsals, or performances.
6. Must return personnel, physical, and medical forms signed by both you and your parents if you are chosen.
CLINIC/AUDITION PROCEDURES
1. You will learn basics and routines during the afternoon clinics.
2. You will be evaluated on basics, dance movements/routine, the tryout routine, posture, fluency, and rhythm.
3. You will likely be asked to perform in a large group and/or small groups of 2 to 4 people.
4. Judges will include qualified band directors and/or guard instructors.
5. On audition day, you must wear a SOLID WHITE T-SHIRT AND BLACK ATHLETIC STYLE SHORTS OR WARM-UPS. No advertisements, writing, etc., on clothing. Wear comfortable athletic shoes.
NO JEWELRY ALLOWED. HAIR MUST BE PULLED BACK!