The Bulldog Beat and Department of Music 

host an audition day each spring, typically in February or March. Prospective members of the Bulldog Beat will perform a live audition based on a prepared packet of music. Bulldog Beat auditions are held on the same day as auditions for the Department of Music. However, students auditioning for Bulldog Beat can be from any major on campus and do not have to be a music major to receive a Bulldog Beat scholarship. Aspiring music majors or minors can audition for the Department of Music and Bulldog Beat on the same day. Aspiring music majors are also assessed for merit-based scholarships.

 

BMB Winds Scholarships*

There are two steps to applying for a Bulldog Marching Band Scholarship.

 

1. Each candidate must complete the online scholarship form with the Fresno State Scholarship Office (link found here).  

 

2. Candidates must also submit a video of themselves, demonstrating talent and ability for initial screening and consideration of scholarship dollars. The form will be sent in the BMB audition process.

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Only a successfully completed application to the Scholarship Office along with a submitted video audition can connect potential scholarship money to students.      

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BMB Percussion & Color Guard Scholarships*

Percussion and Color Guard Auditions are held each spring and serve as placement in the Bulldog Marching Band percussion section and color guard. The auditions allow the staff to evaluate the incoming talent for placement and gives the staff an opportunity to give feedback while setting the group up for the Fall. Auditions also serve to connect talented and skilled performers to significant scholarship money, which can reach as high as $2000 for a top performer. 

 

There are two steps to applying for a Color Guard or Percussion Scholarship.

 

1. Each candidate must complete the online scholarship form with the Fresno State Scholarship Office (link found here).  

 

2. Candidates must also attend live auditions in May 2024.   

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Only a successfully completed application to the Scholarship Office along with a live audition can connect potential scholarship money to students.  

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*Scholarships are only available to Fresno State students