Signup for Morris Knolls Golden Eagle Marching Band
The MORRIS KNOLLS GOLDEN EAGLE MARCHING BAND strives to provide an atmosphere to which all students can belong. It is a place where students learn values and standards, while depending on one another in their pursuit of excellence. Students learn about responsibility, doing their fair share, and working toward a common goal. They learn to value people, respect their peers, and not make judgments on the superficial. Future life lessons and values are instilled as a means for both personal and musical growth through the marching band activity.
This particular ensemble is one of the most accomplished marching bands of any in the state of New Jersey, as they have been awarded multiple championships over the decades, and have received many awards in recognition of their Music, Visual, Effect, Color Guard, and Percussion performances. The members of the Golden Eagles Marching Band have also participated in unique and diverse performance opportunities, including participating in front of 115.3 million people as part of the Super Bowl XLVlll Halftime Show with Bruno Mars and Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as playing for a sold out Madison Square Garden on ESPN for the NCAA Basketball Tournament.
The competitive season includes performances at the state, regional, and national level, and the band has frequently performed at such incredible venues as MetLife Stadium, High Point Solutions Stadium at Rutgers University, and the historic J. Birney Crum Stadium in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The “season” for marching band is considered from August through November, with competitions ending at the end of October and football games extending (potentially) further into November based on playoff games.
Beginning in May, preliminary rehearsals are held for all members, as show music is introduced and foundations of visual basics are implemented. During the summer months, members of all sections (wind, percussion, and color guard) practice regularly in sectional or full band rehearsals at the high school. Some student leaders will also organize informal sectionals to "meet and greet” their section mates.
Band Camp begins typically. the last "full week” before school starts and is required for all marching band members. During Band Camp, students work full time on the musical compositions and visual design for the fall program. After school begins, band practice for the Golden Eagles is typically on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and Saturday mornings. Attendance is mandatory. (Note that this allows for three to four days per week to schedule appointments, etc.)
To guarantee a spot in the Marching Band Program, please fill out the online form using the button below.
We look forward to your participation in one of the most high-profile and successful organizations in Morris Knolls!
An exceptional experience in music and life. A most distinguished performing arts tradition.