In 2009, the Southeastern Louisiana University band program celebrated its 75th year of musical excellence. A long tradition of commitment to its students and community have made the bands at Southeastern among the finest performing ensembles in the region. Southeastern graduates are some of the best performers and teachers in their respective fields. Recent performances with internationally known artists including Ivan Rutherford (Broadway), Eric Ruske (horn), John Bruce Yeh (clarinet), Scott Hartman (trombone), Eugene Rousseau (saxophone),and Philip Smith (trumpet) offer band members world class performing and educational opportunities. There has never been a better time to become a part of the long-standing tradition of excellence that are the Southeastern Bands.
Come join the Sprit of the Southland! Now scheduling auditions for Fall 2024. All students in the marching band receive a $700 scholarship.
Our auditions are by video submissions. Please record a video of yourself playing two contrasting selections (a lyrical and technical etude, not band music) and upload the video to YouTube or other video platform. Once you have your video recorded submit it with the on the Spirit of the Southland Audition Application below.
The graduate program at Southeastern Louisiana University is designed to continue ones professional preparation for musical careers or to prepare for doctoral studies. Master of Music concentrations are offered in Music Performance, Music Theory, Instrumental Conducting, and Choral Conducting.
Southeastern Louisiana University is located within an hour’s driving distance of Baton Rouge and New Orleans, affording our graduate students the opportunity to access the excellent research facilities and freelance in these metropolitan areas. Our musicians have access to performance opportunities with professional ensembles throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, and the entire Gulf Coast.
Director of Bands/Assistant Professor
Robert Schwartz
