Albion College Marching Band
"The British Eighth"

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2009 Pre-Season Camp Dates:

Percussion, Guard & Band Council
Wednesday, August 12th (Check-in - 2:00-4:00pm)
All Band Members
Saturday, August 15th (Check-in - 10:00am-noon)

Sign Up Form 2009

The Albion College marching band, The British Eighth, performs for all home football games, and other special activities; including parades, pep rallies, numerous other on-campus and off-campus events. In 2006 they marched in the 80th anniversary America's Thanksgiving Day Parade in downtown Detroit. The British Eighth is open to all students regardless of major or marching experience. Auditions are held during pre-season camp for chair placement only. Beginning with pre-season camp held the week prior to the start of classes in August, The British Eighth performs a new show for each home football game. This extremely spirited organization derives its name and marching style from the famed British Eighth honor guard. The British Eighth is under the direction of Director of Bands - Dr. Samuel McIlhagga.

Do you have questions about the British Eighth, or would you like to join us for the 2009 season? E-mail Dr. McIlhagga at smcilhagga@albion.edu, or phone the music office at 517-629-0481.

2009 British Eighth Band Syllabus (On-line: MOODLE)