General

Each ensemble in the band program has a uniform for performances (both fall and spring). These are required to participate in any band function.  Be sure to follow the Uniform Care Guide for proper maintenance of your uniform. Additionally, the Code of Conduct  is to be adhered to at all times when in uniform.

When in uniform, students are representatives of the band program, Bob Jones High School, and the entire Madison community. Failure to comply with these regulations will result in dismissal from the program.

Marching Band Uniform

• Wind and percussion students will be fitted and issued a uniform during the first week of band camp.  The band contract signed by each student/parent outlines details, rules, and costs associated with the uniform.  Uniforms will be checked out to the student upon the return of this contract and confirmation of all fees paid.  This contract is a binding agreement, stating the uniform will be returned in the condition in which it was issued and failure to do so will result in a fine charged to the student for the amount of the uniform or part that was damaged.
  • Jacket- $170
  • Pants (bib)- $70
  • Shako (Hat)- $50
  • Shako box- $10
  • Garment bag- $10
• In addition to the uniform itself, students will be required to purchase a uniform package, which includes compression shorts, dri-fit shirt, string bag, poncho, and member t-shirt, during band camp.
• White Drillmaster marching shoes are required and will be available for purchase during Band Camp. 
• We strongly recommend that students have at least 2 pairs of white gloves. These will be available for purchase during band camp or may be purchased elsewhere.
• Students will also require  long white socks to complete the uniform.  Ankle socks are not acceptable! 
• The full uniform also includes gauntlets and plumes, but these will be issued before performances and collected immediately afterward.
• Drum majors, color guard, and dance team are all responsible for purchasing their uniforms each year.  Directors/instructors will provide further information as to cost, care, and specifics regarding these uniforms.

Code of Conduct

• No eating or drinking in uniform (except water).
• No chewing gum while in uniform.
• No jewelry (except small stud earrings) or nail polish may be worn while in uniform.
• The uniform must be complete at all times unless otherwise instructed.  No changing in and out of uniform will be permitted in any location aside from one’s home, the bandroom, or buses.
• No profanity or obscene gestures will be allowed in (or out) of uniform.
• Students are NOT allowed to be in any part of the uniform (pants, jacket, shako, gauntlets) outside of a sanctioned band functions.
• When in “whites” prior to a game or performance, students must go directly from home to the bandroom.
• Any student seen in uniform outside of a band function will receive a “0” for that performance, as well as a “0” for the next performance, in which they will not be allowed to participate.  Any additional offenses will result in dismissal from the program and further grading penalties.
• When in uniform, students are representatives of the band program, Bob Jones High School, and the entire Madison community. 

Performance Process

1. Unless otherwise instructed, students will arrive at the bandroom in white uniform pants, compression shorts, undershirt, long white socks, and white marching shoes.  This will be referred as their “whites.” 
2. The uniform jacket should be hung in the provided garment bag and brought with the student to the bandroom, along with their white gloves and shako box.
3. Students will then finish dressing and will then undergo uniform inspection conducted by the section leaders.  They will be looking for the following:
   1. Clean jacket, pants, and white gloves
   2. Long white socks
   3. Clean/polished white band shoes with clean white laces
   4. Correct compression shirt and compression shorts
   5. Long hair (including males) is pulled up, as to fit under the shako.
   6. Only NATURAL COLOR hair is permitted (no exaggerated colors).
   7. Any violation of the above mentioned specifications will be verified by the directors and will result in dismissal from all activities until specifications are met.  Students will NOT be allowed to travel with the band until uniform inspection is passed.
4. Once at the stadium, students will be issued gauntlets and plumes before performing. 
5. Students will return gauntlets and plumes after the halftime performance during football games.
6. After the game, students will return to the bandroom, place hats in cases, hang jacket/pants in their garment bag, and change into shorts/pants before leaving.
   1. Students are NOT allowed to be in any part of the uniform (pants, jacket, shako, gauntlets) outside of a sanctioned band functions.
   2. Any student seen in uniform outside of a band function will receive a “0” for that performance, as well as a “0” for the next performance, in which they will not be allowed to participate.  Any additional offenses will result in dismissal from the program and further grading penalties.
7. Uniform pants should be cleaned after every performance.  Jackets should be cleaned as necessary (usually 2-3 performances). See the Uniform Care Guide.

Jeans and Jerseys

On occasions where the full uniform is not required, band members may be required to wear “Jeans and Jerseys”. This must consist of:

• Blue jeans in good shape. No holes and not excessively worn.
• The band-issued Jersey.
• A belt.
• Athletic shoes which are in good condition.

Guard and dance teams may have specific uniform requirements in these situations.

Concert Band 

• Tuxedo Option
  • Tuxedo jacket, shirt, bow tie, and cummerbund (All items ordered by Boosters in January)
  • Lace up black dress shoes (not glossy)
  • Long black socks (available at clothing store)
• Dress Option
  • Black concert dress (ordered by Boosters in January)
  • Black flat shoes (not glossy, no heels, no ornamentation)
  • Black hosiery (available at clothing store)

Concert Band Shoes