FACTS

This page should answer general questions about Impulse.
Go to the auditions and mebership pages for specific information.

What is the age limit?
-All performing members must be between the ages of 14 and 21 years of age.

How is it different from marching band?
-The group is made up of only trumpets (sopranos), mellophones (altos), baritones, contras (tubas), battery (marching cymbals, snares, and basses), front ensemble unusually known as the pit/auxiliary percussion and flag the colorguard which is made up of Flags and weapons which are normally Rifles and Sabers.

Do you require experience?
-All levels of experience are welcome, our staff is willing and able to teach all of the skills needed to be successful.

What if I don’t play a brass instrument or if I only play trombone?
-If you are willing to learn to play a brass instrument, our staff is willing to teach you any of the above mentioned instruments. If you play trombone, you can play baritone. A baritone has valves instead of a slide. This transition will be facilitated by our staff that is very willing to help you.

When do you meet?
-We meet two weekends a month during the school year, once school gets out (June) we meet everyday.

What is tour?
-Every summer the corps travels and performs across the Untied States. The tour includes all transportation (chartered buses), meals, and housing.

What is does it cost?
- The cost varies from year to year, however, there are a number of fundraisers available.

Will this interfere with my school activities (ie Band, Colorguard, Sports, Dance, etc.)
-The group meets on weekends and mostly in the spring, after marching season. The corps will also work with any person if a conflict arises. Any school activities take priority.