Our Goal: “Train the Trainer…”
At HUBC, it is not enough that you learn songs, a drill, and a dance routine. We want you to not only learn key techniques in order to make you better, but we also want you to learn how to be able to teach it to others so that you can return to your band program and help lead them to excellence. Our instructors will make sure that you learn what they are teaching, and they will teach you the best ways to teach those techniques to others.
MARCHING BAND
All students and directors will participate in the marching band experience. Throughout the week, students will learn basic and advanced marching techniques, as well as a focus on the style that The Marching Force employs in its performances. Special attention will be given to marching and musical fundamentals so that you can return to your band, share what you have learned, and teach the techniques necessary to help your band excel. The week will culminate with a field show that will highlight key areas (Drum Majors, Auxiliary, Percussion) and also involve a drill and dance routine. Since the playing demands will be heavy, Brass and Woodwind players should prepare for HUBC by brushing up on their major and chromatic scales, as well as fundamentals (lip slurs, long tones, runs, etc.) prior to arriving. In addition, you should also prepare your body physically by running, marching, and stretching a few weeks before arriving at HUBC.
*Brass and Woodwind participants must bring their own instrument to camp.
DRUM MAJORS
Drum Majors are the pinnacle of student leadership within the band. At HUBC, you will have the opportunity to not only learn the marching style employed by The Marching Force, but you will also gain insight on techniques to help you become a better leader overall. The training regimen is rigorous, so all students wishing to participate as a Drum Major should show up to HUBC in a high state of physical and mental readiness.
*Drum Majors must bring their own mace and whistle to camp.
AUXILIARY
Dancers, Majorettes, and Flags serve as the icing on the cake to any marching band performance. In addition, many auxiliary members are asked or required to assume multiple roles on the field. At HUBC, you will get an introduction to techniques in all areas, and for your specialty, you will learn basic and advanced techniques. Since Auxiliary training is physically demanding, you should make sure that you prepare for HUBC by exercising and stretching for a few weeks before arriving.
*Majorettes and flags must bring their own batons/flags to camp.
PERCUSSION
The Percussion is the heartbeat of the band and one of the biggest attractions of marching band culture. At HUBC, you will learn basic and advanced playing techniques from some of the best clinicians in the country. All drummers should brush up on their 40 PAS rudiments prior to arriving to camp. In addition, many of the percussion clinics and rehearsals will be held outdoors, so you should make sure that you arrive at camp in top physical condition.
*Percussionists must bring their own drum/cymbals and/or sticks to camp.
DIRECTOR’S CLINIC
As a director, various seminars will be held, to include workshops on: Leadership Development, Media Management, Social Media, Logistics, Planning, Drill Writing, Arranging, Conducting, Show Planning, Instrument Repair and Maintenance, and Fundraising. This will be a great opportunity to share and learn techniques, as well as network with other directors and vendors.