| Gale Force Winds is an audition and application-based pep group, selected to perform at specific University functions throughout the season. Membership is drawn from the marching band and auditions will be held during the pre-season marching camp and the first week of classes. GFW events may include performances at pep rallies, administrative functions, alumni gatherings, fund raisers, etc. Members of this select group are expected to attend all designated GFW events, and are compensated with a minimum $400 stipend at the end of the marching season. |
The Hurricane Basketball Bands are an audition and application-based pep group, selected to perform at Men’s and Women’s Basketball Games throughout the season. Members of these high-spirited select groups are expected to attend all designated events, and are compensated with stipend at the end of the season (The season is completed at the end of all tournament play). Positions are available for piccolo, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, mellophone, trombone, baritone, tuba, electric bass and percussion(drumset). Auditions take place in late October. Contact the band office at (305) 284-4273 for more information. |