Can I be in band and participate in sports?
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FAQs
Must I be in the Marching Band to be in the band?
See whether students can perform in concert ensembles without participating in marching band.
No. Marching band is not a requirement in order to be part of the band program.
However we highly encourage students to try marching band because the benefits of being in band are greatly increased!
Moreover, colleges look fondly at marching band in the admissions process, and several universities in Virginia offer scholarships to marching band members. Marching band also offers extensive leadership training, more fun trips, and is a highly successful program at Lightridge.