Army Musician Auditions

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Event Details

This event finished on 10 May 2018


44th Army Band LogoThe 44th Army Band of the New Mexico National Guard will be conducting open auditions for all musicians, see below for requirements:

  • Must play a wind instrument, drum set, bass, guitar, or keyboard.
  • Interested vocalists must have great stage presence and memorized selections.
  • Must be between the ages of 17-34.
  • Must call Sergeant William Wadsworth at 505-231-3345 to pass a pre-qualification screening.
  • Must be able to perform the National Anthem, The Army Goes Rolling Along, and three short selections that demonstrate your best qualities as a musician.
  • There is no requirement to have a degree in music or be in a music degree program.

Army Musicians can expect to:

  • Get 100% tuition assistance at New Mexico Schools
  • Qualify for the Chapter 1606 Montgomery G.I. Bill
  • Qualify for Tricare for the Guard and Reserve
  • Perform in musical tours around New Mexico and occasionally travel outside of New Mexico
  • Perform a wide variety of music including, but not limited to:
    • Concert band
    • Brass Quintet
    • Woodwind quintet
    • Rock
    • Pop
    • Country
    • Mariachi
    • New Orleans Brass Band

Interested applicants should contact SGT William Wadsworth at 505-231-3345 for an audition time and packet. You may also email 44tharmyband@gmail.com

44th Army Band
US Army National Guard
600 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87123