The Lumberjack Marching Band will perform in London’s 41st New Year’s Day Parade and Festival!

Learn how you can participate

Did you know more than half of the 300+ member Lumberjack Marching Band consists of nonmusic majors? Almost every major at SFA is represented! The LMB, known as the "boldest sound from the oldest town," is the largest and most spirited student organization on campus — all we're missing is you!

2026 season auditions

Who should audition?

Wind players accepted to SFA and the School of Music do not need to complete an additional audition.

Auditions are required for:

  • Twirl-O-Jacks
  • Color guard members
  • Percussionists
  • All wind players who aren't music majors

All auditionees should register at the soonest available registration date. Audition registration opens Feb. 1.

Register to Audition

Audition dates

  • Wind players: March 21 and April 25
    • These auditions are only for wind players who are nonmusic majors.
    • Prepare for your audition using the provided audition music.
  • Twirl-O-Jacks: Feb. 21
  • Color guard and percussion: August during LMB band camp.

Scholarships

Nonmusic majors can be considered for an LMB scholarship by preparing an additional, contrasting piece for your audition (e.g., a Texas Music Educators Association or Association of Texas Small School Bands étude).

Questions?

For more information about auditions or the upcoming season, contact Dr. Daniel Haddad at daniel.haddad@sfasu.edu.