College of Arts, Education, & Sciences
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The Sound of Today Marching Band
The Sound of Today is one of the most recognized college bands in the United States.
The SOT performs at all home football games and travels to select out-of-town games
with the ULM Warhawks football team. Membership is comprised of virtually every academic
program on campus. SOT members enjoy financial assistance through the Band Talent
Grant program. The amount of the talent grant is determined by an audition, the student's
accomplishments prior to ULM, their major field of study, and the needs of the Music
Program. Participation in the Sound of Today requires no audition. Interested students
should complete the Intent to Participate form. Direct questions to Dr. Allen Parrish at 318.342.1580 or parrish@ulm.edu.
Faculty
- Nicholas Bratcher, D.M.E., Professor, Director of Bands
- Allen Parrish, D.M.A. Assistant Professor, Director of Athletic Bands
- Kathryn Irwin, D.M.A. Assistant Professor, Applied Percussion, Percussion Ensemble, Drumline
- Mr. Jack White, Director of Bands, Emeritus
News and Announcements
2024-2025 Audition Dates
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September 7, 2024 (High School Band Day, Instrumental only)
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November 15, 2024
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February 14, 2025
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March 28, 2025
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April 12, 2025
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May 3, 2025 (Drumline & Guard only)
Drumline Audition Information
- 2025 Drumline Auditions:May 3, 2025
- Help Sessions
- March 13, 2025, 5:30-7:30 P.M. in the ULM Sound of Today Band Building
- April 3, 2025, 5:30-7:30 P.M. in the ULM Sound of Today Band Building
- Drumline Audition Packet *Updated 10-4-2024
Twirler Audition Information
- 2025 Twirler Auditions: TBA
- Twirler Audition Information
- The audition will consist of:
- 2-minute solo routine
- Tosses, Splits, and Jazz Run
- Optional: 3 - Baton Juggling (must do at least 3 consecutively)
Color Guard Audition Information
- 2025 Color Guard Auditions: May 3, 2025
- The audition will consist of:
- 1-minute solo routine
- Basic Skills/ Tosses
- Group Routine (taught on audition day)
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