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Air Force Bands

Author: Marie
Date: 2000-01-16 05:28

I am considering auditioning for an air force band on Bb and perhaps Eb clarinet. I'm interested in the opportunity to play and travel. I'm hoping players may have some advice and suggestions regarding the program in general.

Specifically, some of my questions include the following: Do players find it difficult to make financial ends meet from the salary? Do many players continue their education while in the band and do they realistically have the time to do both well? Is there any difficulty adjusting to the "enlisted mentality"? Do they make you do lots of push-ups in basic training? :^) Do the clarinets typically get blasted out from the brass in the main band? Are auditions very competitive? What are difficulties/problems you've encountered? Overall, did you find it a positive experience or not? Do I need to love brassy band music?

Thanks in advance for your comments.

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