Marine Corps Musician | Marine Corps Band - Eastern PA | Handshake

Marine Corps Bands have the reputation of being some of the finest ensembles in the world. They serve as “Musical Ambassadors” for the United States of America and the United States Marine Corps. The United States military is the largest employer of professional musicians in the country. There are ten bands located around the U.S. and abroad.
Not only will you be pursuing your passion while serving with the Nation’s finest, you will also be afforded the following opportunities and benefits:-Full time salary as a professional musician-100% medical and dental benefits for both them and their dependents-Affordable life insurance for both them and their dependents-The ability to pay off student loans with a consistent salary and a reduction on the loan rates to 6%-College tuition assistance while serving in the Marine Corps-The Post-9/11 GI Bill to fund 36 months of full tuition plus a housing allowance at undergraduate or graduate school after three years of service in the Marine Corps (transferrable to dependents)-30 days paid vacation each year-Full pension retirement at 20 years plus matching government 401k contributions-Paid travel and the opportunity to play at locations around the world-Leadership and management skills that are coveted by corporate employers-Continued professional development and education at the Marine School of Music and other courses and training programs-Ability to lead ensembles as a conductor or a drum major-Networking with and performing alongside world renowned musicians-Performing alongside other military bands from around the world, for international leaders at historical events, at professional sporting events, and at international music festivals-Access to the industry standard in musical equipment-Most importantly, the right to earn both the title of "Marine" and "Marine Corps Musician"
Establishing Musical Qualifications
In order to become eligible to serve as a Marine Musician, musical proficiency must be established in accordance with Marine Corps Audition Standards. Musical qualifications are conducted in two parts: (a) preliminary round and (b) audition round.
Preliminary Round
The preliminary round is used to establish musical background and the potential to succeed in the audition round. You will need to provide the following materials: (a) video submission performing all instrument specific musical excerpts (b) a completedMusician Screening and Evaluation Questionnaire and/or your most recent resume. Any additional recordings of works, solos, and performances demonstrating overall strengths are encouraged, but are not required. Submissions may be sent via the email or address provided on the signature block below.
Audition Round
Based on the preliminary round, you may be invited to perform in the audition round. The Musician Placement Director will hold the audition round within your geographical area, which will be coordinated through the local Marine Corps recruiter. This serves as the final determining factor for establishing musical entrance qualifications for service as a Marine Musician. The audition round consists of the following:
Event 1 – Perform all required excerpts.Event 2 – Perform sight-reading as provided by proctor.
Please feel free to look through the attached booklet and visit the links below for more information and see the life of a Marine Corps Musician. If you have any questions regarding the audition process and want to receive the audition excerpts, feel free to contact me directly. I look forward hearing from you and wish you the best of luck!
https://www.marines.com/becoming-a-marine/enlisted/musician-enlistment-option-program.htmlhttps://www.mcrc.marines.mil/1stmcd/Unit-Home/Music/