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    THE SOUND OF NAVARRO

    The Navarro College Bands was founded in 1947 as the marching band of Navarro College.

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    JOIN THE NAVARRO COLLEGE BAND!

    We are always looking for new members!  READ MORE

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    SUPPORT THE NAVARRO COLLEGE BANDS

    Gifts to the Navarro College Bands directly support the program's operations and benefit our students.  DONATE

WELCOME TO NAVARRO COLLEGE BANDS!

The Navarro College Bands, under the direction of Dr. Joshua Buckrucker, welcomes you to a musical experience in its 79th year. What began with just nine members has since evolved into a dynamic program of over 100 students, featuring high level performing ensembles in Concert, Marching, Jazz and Chamber music.   

Take a moment to read a short history of the Navarro College Bands.  1949 Navarro College Marching Band performing in a parade in downtown Corsicana

The Sound of Navarro enthusiastically invites all students, regardless of academic major, to participate in one or more of our bands.  Auditions for Wind Ensembles, Sound of Navarro, Jazz, Choir, and Color Guard are scheduled throughout the semester. It is recommended that you check our webpage periodically for audition dates.

If you are a prospective student, regardless of your major, schedule, or ability level, rest assured that there is a place for you in our Navarro College Bands family. 

Dr. Joshua Buckrucker, Director of Navarro College Bands
Mr. Timothy Nutting, Associate Director of Bands

 

 

Join the Navarro College Bands

 

 

Do you have specific questions about the Navarro College Band programs? Most of the answers can be found on our "Frequently Asked Questions" page.

 

 

 

AUDITION GUIDELINES


Audition Dates 2024-2025

  • January 31

  • February 28

  • March 14

  • April 4

  • April 25

  • May 9

 

Requirements of Audition:

Concert Bb, Eb, F Major Scales. Chromatic Scale (2 octaves). One Technical selection of Music (Fast). One Lyrical Selection of Music (Slow).

Percussionists Pick 2 (Timpani, Marimba, Drum Set, Snare Drum).

GUARD auditions require a 1-2 minute prepared routine showcasing ability levels with silk, rifle, sabre and dance (all not required, but encouraged).

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3200 W. 7th Avenue
Corsicana, TX 75110

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