Marching Attire

There are two marching uniforms the students will wear:  New, multi colored Red and Blue Uniforms and Black Uniforms.

• All marchers will be measured during pre-band camp for uniforms and shoes.
• The black pants will be sent home only to be hemmed, and need to be returned promptly.

New Multi colored Red, White, Blue and Black Uniforms: These will remain in the band room. They are primarily used for competition performances.  These uniforms are machine washable, but do require specific detail with regard to washing.  A group of parents may be needed, as the season progresses, to help with periodic washing.

Black and Red Uniforms: These will always stay in the band room and are dry clean only. They are primarily used for Friday football games.

Hemming: You will be responsible for hemming the Black uniforms to the proper length.

• Remember to NEVER CUT ANY FABRIC from the uniform.
• If bibs (pants) are too short, take out current hem first.
• Put on shoes, socks, and bibs; then measure 2 1/2 inches from the floor.
• Mark this length and turn under. Sew in place with running stitch. Do not use a sewing machine.
• Press with warm iron. It’s OK to have several layers of fabric in the hem.

Marching Shoes: New marchers will be measured during pre-band camp for shoes.

• Each marcher needs a pair of black marching shoes.
• The shoes are ordered from a supply company, at a very reasonable price. (Shoes $22.00 each + shipping)
• The cost will be added to the fair share due from band students.
• Often, the shoes purchased will last all multiple marching seasons, so it is usually not necessary to purchase shoes more than once or twice over 4 year period.

Concert Attire: The Wind Ensemble and Concert Band have a standard “uniform” for concerts.

• The dress is detailed on this page.
• Skirts will be ordered early in the season for the new female members. The cost is about $35.

Thank you. Please contact Denice Short, 870-6204, dmshort@mindspring.com, with questions.