Marching Band
DIRECTOR: MR. MICHAEL COLUMBUS
THE SETON LASALLE REBEL MARCHING BAND INCLUDES THE MUSICIANS AND COLOR GUARD.
The Marching Band performs at football games for both pregame and halftime, as well as at pep rallies, band festivals, and several parades throughout the year. These may include Kennywood Park Fall Fantasy parade, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Memorial Day Parade, and other community events.
The band features a wide variety of instruments, including drumline (quads/tenors, bass drums, snare, and cymbals), flute, piccolo, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, saxophone, mellophone, tuba, and more. If you are interested in joining but are unsure about your instrument or skill level, feel free to email us with any questions.
Color Guard is the visual component of the Marching Band. Members learn to spin flags, rifles, and sabres while incorporating dance and movement into performances. They bring color, energy, and visual excitement to the show. Auditions for Color Guard are held each spring before the end of the school year. For more information, email [email protected].
Each spring, Marching Band members and students involved in the performing arts have the opportunity to participate in an optional trip that includes a parade and performance experience. These trips are optional and require a separate fee for those who choose to attend. Past destinations have included New York City, Ocean City, Virginia Beach, Chicago, Nashville, and Walt Disney World.
SIDE-BY-SIDE PROGRAM FOR 7TH & 8TH GRADE STUDENTS
The Seton LaSalle Rebel Marching Band welcomes 7th and 8th grade students from our partner schools to be part of the program. Students have the opportunity to participate in high school band camp, after-school rehearsals, performances, and parades.
It’s a great way to experience marching band and get a glimpse of high school band life. If you’ve never marched before, don’t worry—we’ll teach you everything you need to know. All you need is the ability to play your instrument and a willingness to have fun!
ALUMNI INVOLVEMENT
Each homecoming game, Rebel Marching Band alumni are invited to bring their instruments and join our musicians on the field for the halftime show. Any interested alumni should contact Mr. Michael Columbus, Director, at [email protected] for information on how to get involved.