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The document provides information about applying for a bugle musician vacancy with the United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps. Applicants must submit a pre-screening portfolio by May 21, 2024 including an information sheet, resume, and video recordings. Selected candidates will be invited to a live two-day audition in Virginia that includes marching, playing assessments, and an interview.

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2024 Drum Fife

The document provides information about applying for a bugle musician vacancy with the United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps. Applicants must submit a pre-screening portfolio by May 21, 2024 including an information sheet, resume, and video recordings. Selected candidates will be invited to a live two-day audition in Virginia that includes marching, playing assessments, and an interview.

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The United States Army

Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps


www.fifeanddrum.army.mil

Live Audition July 17-18, 2024


Apply Before May 21, 2024
Bugle Vacancy Information
The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps announces a Bugle Musi-
cian vacancy. The position requires the exclusive use of a two-valve B-flat bugle. In
addition to performing with the Corps, buglers provide support for military funerals.
The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps is a premier military music ensemble com-
prised of 70 musicians whose main duty is the ceremonial support of military func-
tions within the National Capital Region. Ceremonial duties are largely conducted
outdoors and involve prolonged periods of standing and marching. The Corps' work
schedule varies and involves daytime work hours with intermittent night, weekend,
and travel commitments.

Benefits All Applicants Must:


Military Rank
Members of The Fife and Drum Corps are given the Be eligible for military service with the United
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) of 42S, “Spe- States Army.
cial Band Musician”. Personnel are promoted to the
rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6) immediately after the Have no physical hindrance to marching or move-
completion of Basic Combat Training. ment. Marching experience is not necessary.
However, precision marching and maneuvering is a
Compensation requirement of the position and will be a
The annual starting salary for Staff Sergeant equates significant part of the audition process.
to $76,000 without dependents and $83,000 with
dependents. Be capable of performing while marching without
the aid of glasses, or be able to wear contact
Healthcare lenses.
Full medical and dental coverage through Tricare.
Adhere to strict appearance guidelines. Specifical-
Paid Leave ly, no tattoos may be visible above a dress
30 days paid vacation annually shirt collar or beyond a suit coat cuff while in the
playing position.
Retirement
The Blended Retirement System allows you to imme- Have U.S. citizenship.
diately begin contributing to a retirement account, in
addition to being eligible for a pension after 20 years Be able to obtain a security clearance.
of active duty service.
Enlist for a minimum of 4 years, with notification of
Education acceptance prior to enlistment.
Earn full tuition for higher education through the Post
9/11 GI Bill. Tuition Assistance is also available for Civilian applicants must be between
continuing education while serving. 18 and 35 years of age.

Location Comply with active duty Army


Permanent duty assignment to JBM-HH, VA, located height and weight standards.
near the heart of Washington, DC.
Successfully complete U.S.
Retirment Army MEPS prior to live
Immediate opportunity to contribute to a retirnment audition.
account through the Blended Retirment System, in
addition to elgibility for a pension after 20 years of
active duy service.
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The United States Army
Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
www.fifeanddrum.army.mil
To Apply for a Live Audition
Please submit a Pre-Screening Portfolio that includes the following:

1 Information Sheet
● Height and weight
● Date and Place of birth
● Current References with email and phone contact information- 2 professional,
1 personal
● Unlisted YouTube Recording Link

2 One-Page Resume
● Education
● Performance / Occupational Experience
● All prior marching experience
● Additional information pertaining to this position

3 Video Recording
● The video image should be level and contain a view of the performer from head
to toe.
● Professional appearance is highly recommended.
● Ensure that your video loads and functions properly.
● Presence of a splice or edit within a selection will constitute elimination.
● Video must be compiled into a single Youtube link.
● Each musical selection may be recorded separately of one another, but the
presence of a splice or edit within a selection will constitute elimination.
● Include the following:
I. Charlier #6 - Du Syle (Beginning to m. 35)
II. Barber - Commando March
III. Bugle Calls
- Taps
- To the Color

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The United States Army
Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
www.fifeanddrum.army.mil
Military Applicants
Please also include the following:
● All required materials, as outlined above
● A copy of your Soldier Talent Profile or service-equivalent
● A copy of your two most recent NCOERs or service-equivalent (if applicable)
● A letter of release from your Commander

All Applicants
Email all materials to auditions.TOGFDC@gmail.com at one time. Please do not
submit files individually over a period of time. You will receive an email confirming receipt of
your portfolio.If you do not have confirmation within 48 hours of submission, please contact the
Auditions Coordinator. Portfolios must be submitted by email no later than 11:59 pm EST on
May 21, 2024. All file names must include your first and last name.

Audition
A select number of candidates will be invited to attend a live audition at Joint Base Myer-Hen-
derson Hall, VA. Due to the high visibility and unique requirements of the position, the audition
itself will be a two-day process, and will include the following:
● Opportunity to observe the Corps in a Twilight Tattoo performance
● Marching Instruction and Assessment
● 30-Minute Standing Assessment
● Memorized selections which will be provided
● Prepared selections which will be provided
● Playing with a bugle section
● Personal interview
*Candidates may be dismissed based on their performance after any assessment*

Civilian Applicants
If selected for the live audition and deemed medically qualified to join the Army, your local
recruiter will arrange to have your travel expenses paid for by the U.S. Army Recruiting
Battalion [IAW USAREC Message 23-036 Paragraph 6]. Applicants are encouraged to begin
speaking with a recruiter at their earliest convenience, as completion of MEPS (Military
Entrance Processing Station) pre-screening is a prerequisite to secure Army funding to attend
the live audition. Civilian applicants ARE NOT under obligation to enlist unless they are offered
and accept a position with the Fife and Drum Corps.
The U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps supports an environment
in which all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access
to opportunities and resources, and can contribute fully to the organization’s
success, regardless of race, color, gender, religion, or national origin.

For more information, please email auditions.TOGFDC@gmail.com.

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The United States Army
Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
www.fifeanddrum.army.mil

I. Charlier #6 - Du Syle (Beginning to m. 35)

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The United States Army
Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
www.fifeanddrum.army.mil

II. Barber - Commando March

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The United States Army
Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
www.fifeanddrum.army.mil

III. Bugle Calls

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