BAND OF DISTINCTION MEMBER FOR A DAY FORM

ATU BAND MEMBER FOR A DAY 2026

DATE: Saturday, november 7


Here is your 2026 member for a day schedule:

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
        • Check in at Thone Stadium
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
        • Rehearsal with the Arkansas Band of Distinction (ABD) at Thone Stadium on the Tech Campus (weather appropriate, casual, athletic clothing is recommended).
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 
        • Complimentary lunch will be provided by  the College of Arts and Humanities to the first 500 registrants (all participants will be sorted into 3 smaller groups to prevent long lines in the cafeteria).
        • Academic Affairs Welcome Session (located in Witherspoon auditorium).
        • Academic Fair, fun games, and music on the campus quad.
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
        • Change into band uniform.
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
        • Meet the Tech Band at Nutt Residence Hall for the traditional pre-game warm up, march to the stadium, and pre-game performances.
2:00 p.m. – Kickoff! GO TECH!
        • You will sit in the stands with us and play throughout the game - including a stand still halftime performance with the ABD! The game should finish at approximately 5:00 p.m.


MUSIC

    • Click here for 2026 Band of Distinction Member for a Day sheet music and video tutorials for twirlers and color guard.


Additional information

    • Attendees will be responsible for bringing their own instruments to Member for a Day.

    • Drum majors are more than welcome to bring their own ladder or podium.

    • If you have questions about Member for a Day, please emailmusic@atu.edu