Ten Great Reasons to Join the Band
Are you on the fence about joining the Band? We get it. You’re at a challenging crossroads.
To help you think about the benefits of Band membership, we offer the following thoughts — fresh from our own members.
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Transitioning into College Life
Ease your transition into college life by joining a community that takes pride in its traditions and camaraderie. Within the Band’s vibrant and inclusive culture, you’ll find a second family, offering support, friendship, and a sense of belonging as you embark on this new chapter in your life.
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Transitioning into College Life
Ease your transition into college life by joining a community that takes pride in its traditions and camaraderie. Within the Band’s vibrant and inclusive culture, you’ll find a second family, offering support, friendship, and a sense of belonging as you embark on this new chapter in your life.
Fun & Memorable Experiences
Infuse your college years with fun and laughter as you share memorable experiences with the Band. From quirky traditions to impromptu events, you’ll relish the Band’s infectious spirit and warm sense of camaraderie.
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Fun & Memorable
Experiences
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Infuse your college years with fun and laughter as you share memorable experiences with the Band. From quirky traditions to impromptu events, you’ll relish the Band’s infectious spirit and warm sense of camaraderie.
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Performance Opportunities
With frequent performance opportunities, you’ll find a variety of ways to showcase your talent, gain confidence, and contribute to a vibrant college spirit.
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Performance Opportunities
With frequent performance opportunities, you’ll find a variety of ways to showcase your talent, gain confidence, and contribute to a vibrant college spirit.
Musicianship & Skills
Elevate your musicianship through rehearsals and personalized guidance.You’ll enjoy continuing growth and improvement, and performance opportunities will make it all more rewarding.
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Musicianship
& Skills
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Elevate your musicianship through rehearsals and personalized guidance.You’ll enjoy continuing growth and improvement, and performance opportunities will make it all more rewarding.
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Leadership Roles
Increase your impact and foster your personal growth by taking on leadership roles within the Band. There are all sorts of chances to participate, well beyond musical activities — wherever your interests may lie: coordinating operations, event planning, social media engagement, and maybe even some musical pursuits like being the student conductor.
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Leadership
Roles
Increase your impact and foster your personal growth by taking on leadership roles within the Band. There are all sorts of chances to participate, well beyond musical activities — wherever your interests may lie: coordinating operations, event planning, social media engagement, and maybe even some musical pursuits like being the student conductor.
Unique Traditions
You’ll become part of the Harvard Band’s unique (and did we mention quirky?) traditions stretching back over a hundred years — fostering your sense of belonging and connection.
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Unique
Traditions
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You’ll become part of the Harvard Band’s unique (and did we mention quirky?) traditions stretching back over a hundred years — fostering your sense of belonging and connection.
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Travel Experiences
Embark on exciting adventures as you travel to performances across the Northeast (and sometimes beyond). These experiences will broaden your perspective and create lasting memories of trips shared with friends.
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Travel
Experiences
Embark on exciting adventures as you travel to performances across the Northeast (and sometimes beyond). These experiences will broaden your perspective and create lasting memories of trips shared with friends.
Community Engagement
Help us expand our impact within the broader community. You’ll be bringing the joy of music and the Band’s infectious spirit in making a positive impact wherever we perform.
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Community
Engagement
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Help us expand our impact within the broader community. You’ll be bringing the joy of music and the Band’s infectious spirit in making a positive impact wherever we perform.
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Creativity & Collaboration
You can engage in all sorts of collaborative projects — like writing halftime shows for football games — where your creativity is encouraged and the non-judgmental environment will help you to stretch your imagination.
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Creativity &
Collaboration
You can engage in all sorts of collaborative projects — like writing halftime shows for football games — where your creativity is encouraged and the non-judgmental environment will help you to stretch your imagination.
Stress Relief
Within the Band environment, music can be an outlet that provides a welcome break from academic pressures and a chance to unwind — as part of a welcoming and supportive community.
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Stress
Relief
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Within the Band environment, music can be an outlet that provides a welcome break from academic pressures and a chance to unwind — as part of a welcoming and supportive community.
Have We Helped?
We’re here to help you make the best choice about joining the vibrant Harvard Band family. Whether you’re seeking camaraderie, musical growth, or unforgettable experiences, our recruiting team is eager to assist.
Reach out to our Recruiting Team with any questions or concerns you may have, and let us help you embark on an enriching journey that aligns with your Harvard experience.