Marching Band: Percussion Coordinator 

 

The Upper Dublin Marching Cardinals have an opening for a Percussion Coordinator. This position will be in charge of leading ensemble sectional rehearsals and troubleshooting section issues during full ensemble rehearsals. Percussion members would report to this person first. Duties would include leading sectionals, being on the field during full ensemble, and other tasks as assigned.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Availability for the following 
• Band Camp (August 12-23, 12-8pm) 
• Tuesday/Thursday rehearsals (3:15-6pm) 
• Football games  
• Saturday rehearsals and competitions  
• Assigning parts to ensemble members 
• Teaching basic playing technique   
• Teaching music 
• Collaborating with the marching band staff  
• Maintaining a professional and educational environment for band members

 

Skills, Abilities and Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma 
• Performance experience in marching ensembles (marching band, drum corps, indoor percussion)  
• DCI, DCA WGI or college marching band experience preferred 
• Ability to teach pitched and non-pitched percussion 
• Skill with MIDI and audio equipment preferred