Overview
The Big Red Marching Machine Auxiliary Teams are open to all Illinois State University students by audition. During the fall semester, the Color Guard, Drumline, Redline Express Dance Team, and Twirlers function as sections within the Big Red Marching Machine (BRMM). The BRMM Auxiliary Teams attend all rehearsals (including pre-season Band Camp) and performances with the Big Red Marching Machine, appearing at all home football games, parades, and other BRMM performances. In addition to the regular rehearsal schedule, the Auxiliary Teams hold an additional weekly sectional. The times for sectionals are determined at the start of the semester according to the schedules of the members and staff. Students who wish to be considered for BRMM auxiliary teams should follow the instructions associated with their area of interest on the audition webpage.
Summer Schedule
Each Auxiliary Team will have summer camps. These meetings are not strictly required, but members are expected to attend if available. Those unable to attend will be provided with video assignments to make sure they are keeping pace with the group. These meetings are integral to our ability to refine what we will be performing throughout the season.
Please complete the Band Camp Registration Form by July 2024. Students moving into a residence hall should complete the Residence Hall Move-In Form no later than July 17, 2024. This form provides University Housing with the information needed to allow BRMM students to move into their residence hall on Sunday, August 11, 2024.
Basketball Drumline
The Basketball Drumline performs at select Illinois State University Men's and Women's Basketball games and other events during the spring semester.
Instrumentation consists of snare drums, tenors, bass drums, and cymbals.
Participation in this ensemble is by audition.