Band/Music Opportunities
All students, regardless of major, are encouraged to continue performing music while attending URI.
All ensembles may be taken for credit.
Audition requirements vary. Several ensembles are open to ALL students with previous experience.
Mandatory Band Camp: August 27 – August 31, 2018
Concert Band (MUS 292)
Rehearsals: 3:30PM – 4:45PM; Tuesday and Thursday
Requirements: Open to all students with experience playing a band instrument.
Description: The Concert Band performs two concerts each semester in the Recital Hall of the Fine Arts Center. The ensemble prepares an eclectic repertoire that encompasses a wide range of composers and musical styles.
Contact Brian Cardany (bcardany@uri.edu, 401.874.2799) for more information regarding Marching Band, Basketball Pep Band, or the Concert Band.
Marching Band (MUS 291)
Requirements: Open to all students with experience playing a band instrument or in color guard. Color Guard and Drumline members will have auditions on the first day of band camp (August 27).
Description: In addition to performing at home football games and other university functions, the URI Ram Marching Band is often featured in parades and in exhibition performances throughout the region. The Marching Band performs 2-3 complete field shows each season, representing a wide range of musical styles.
Top 10 Reasons to Join the Pride
- BC
- The opportunity to meet extraordinary people & make new friends
- Louie Louie
- Playing in the stands
- Awesome section leaders
- Performing great music and being the only entertainment at football games
- Free homemade goodies at home games
- Best reason to wake up early on a Saturday
- Move in a week before everyone else does
- Power Breathing
Contact the Department of Music for information regarding other ensembles. 401.874.2431 | music@etal.uri.edu.