Beginning in late fall, and extending into early spring, the Indiana Tech Basketball Pep Band is in high gear on campus.

This is a select ensemble consisting of woodwinds, brass, and a rhythm section (guitar, keyboard, bass and drum set). The ensemble performs at every men's and women's home basketball games, with the exception of those which fall during Thanksgiving break and semester break. The play list for the group contains songs from the 60's, to today's hits, and covers a wide range of styles from rock to funk to hip-hop. Membership is by recommendation. Regular required rehearsals are held on Sunday evenings and selected Wednesday evenings.

While participants in the Indiana Tech Basketball Pep Band do not earn academic credit, scholarships are offered for participation in the ensemble. They will also have ringside seats for some of the finest basketball action in the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. The Indiana Tech Pep Band plays an important role in creating an exciting atmosphere in the Schaefer Center, which annually, makes it the most difficult venue in the conference for visiting teams to handle.

In the future, the Indiana Tech basketball Pep Band will also offer travel opportunities for its members.

For membership information, including information on scholarships, contact Band Director Marcus Farr at mlfarr@indianatech.edu or Andrew Stout, Spirit Team Coordinator at aestout@indianatech.edu. You may also call the Spirit Teams office at 1-800-937-2448 extension 12253.