Troy University
Sound of the South Marching Band
Dance Team Auditions
The Sound of the South Marching Band will be holding audition for the 2008 University
Dance Team. This team will perform at all home football games and travel with the band to
away games. The Dance Team also performs at pep rallies, band exhibitions, and
community events. The dance team is under the direction of the band which provides a
scholarship to all dancers and pays for their travel.
About the Auditions
Auditions will be on TBA. Registration will begin in the band room at TBA
Location: Registration will in the John M. Long Hall (Band Room) on the campus of Troy
University, Troy, Alabama. Auditions will be at the Rec Center Gym dance room cated by
the outdoor pool on the campus of Troy University, Troy, AL
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Eligibility
Students auditioning for the dance team must be enrolled at Troy University during Fall
Semester 2008. Candidates must also have a BMI (body mass index) of 25 or less but no
less than 17 in order to audition. Each individual will be weighed and measured for BMI
accuracy at registration. Please refer to the on-line BMI chart available at the following web
address: http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/bmi/calc-bmi.htm
**If you do not meet the BMI requirement at the time of registration, you will not be
eligible to audition.
Attire
Dance costume, leotard and tights, or jazz pants and top. Dress according to what makes
you feel comfortable and able to attract the judge’s attention. No shorts or t-shirts will be
allowed. Hair and make-up should be how the individual feels is appropriate for their
performance.
Audition Format
Auditions will go in the following format:
• Performance of basic technique skills including: double pirouette (right
only); Splits (left and right); Chaine turns; Right and Left Leap; Leap in second; Heel
stretch (left and right); Kicks (left and right); Axels (right only)
Optional Basics: switch leap, calypso, triple turn, reverse leap or toe touch
• Performance of short routine in groups (Taught at auditions)
• Performance of individual routine (This routine should be 1-1/2 to 2 minutes in
length) The Basics should be included in the individual routine
Auditions will be closed to the public; only dancers, judges and band personnel will be able
to be in the audition room. Please bring your music on a CD labeled with your name on it.
Judging Information
The candidates will be scored by a panel of outside judges based on the following criteria
(Total of 100 points possible):
• Individual Routine: difficulty; variety; crowd appeal; flexibility; arm, leg, and body
placement; control; pointing; turnout; projection and rhythm
• Basic Technique Skills: arm, leg and body placement, control, turnout, overall skill
proficiency; marching rhythm and timing
• Group Routine: performance attitude and enthusiasm; poise; eye contact; smile;
knowledge of the routine
• Appearance/Fitness: stamina, muscle tone, physical appearance and posture
What to Expect
Dancers will meet once a month during the summer months of May, June, and July for
uniform fittings and to learn standard routines that will be performed at every game. Band
camp will be held for two weeks during the month of August.
Application for Auditions
Please let us know that you will be auditioning by filling out and returning the application
below along with your $20 application fee and color picture (checks made payable to Troy
University Dancers).
Please send the application and fee to the following address:
Troy University
John M. Long School of Music
Attn: Carol Franks
Troy, AL 36082
If you have any questions, please contact us:
Carol Franks
Auxiliaries Coordinator
[email protected]
Bronda Barron
Dance Team Coach
[email protected]
Troy University
Sound of the South
Dance Team
Application
Name ________________________________________________
Home Address________________________________________
City________________________________________________
State_________________________ Zip___________________
Local phone number___________________________________
Local Address_________________________________________
Other Telephone Number _______________________________
(area code)
E-Mail Address________________________________________
High School____________________________________________
Year in school at TROY___________________________________
Years of experience in dance_____________________________
Height___________ Weight____________ BMI_____________
Please include a headshot picture (color) of yourself along with this application and a $20
application fee, made payable to Troy University Dance Team. The picture will not be
returned.