Baritone Saxophone
– Annual salary $79,209-$90,621 upon promotion to Staff Sergeant (accelerated promotion via Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program)
– Full military benefits (medical/dental/retirement plans)
– 30 days paid vacation yearly
– Post 9/11 GI Bill and Tuition Assistance
– Stabilized duty assignment at the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York
Audition packets must include a resume with date of birth, cover letter, and high-quality audio unedited recordings no more than six months old with the following music in this order (separate files for each excerpt preferred)
*Do not label audio files with any identifying information
*Record excerpts for both alto and baritone saxophones – the live audition will only be on baritone saxophone*
Alto Saxophone Excerpts:
- Concertino da Camera by Jaques Ibert Movement I Allegro con moto [1ST page only]
- L’Arlesienne Suite No.1 by Georges Bizet [rehearsal E – end of excerpt]
Baritone Saxophone Excerpts:
- Cello Suite No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1008 I. Prelude by J.S. Bach
- Children’s March by Percy Grainger [21-end of excerpt]
- Quatuor by Ida Gotkovsky V. Final [top of page-downbeat reh.I]
- Melody Shop by Karl King [Entire excerpt no repeats]
- Concerto for Wind Ensemble II. Riff by Kevin Day [measure 196 – 208]
Live round excerpts will be sent to selected candidates via email.
Your resume should include education, performance/work/teaching experience, and references.
Your cover letter should augment your resume, describing what additional skills you bring to the position beyond playing saxophone. This might include skills in arts administration, arranging, audio mixing/engineering, other instrument/vocal proficiencies, marketing, computer skills (graphics/video editing/Microsoft Office/other), etc.
Your completed application can be submitted via the form at the bottom of this page.
The West Point Band is a U.S. Army premier band whose main duty is to perform for local, national, and international audiences in support of the West Point community, the U.S. Military Academy, and the U.S. Army.
Play baritone saxophone with the West Point Band’s concert band and tenor saxophone in the marching band; play other saxophones as needed performing in classical and commercial styles.
Play with saxophone quartet and other chamber ensembles that range in musical genre.
Secondary duties related to the day-to-day functioning of the West Point Band will be assigned based on experience, knowledge, interest, and/or needs of the unit.
Questions about this job listing or music list should be directed to SSG Stacy Wilson: [stacy.wilson@westpoint.edu]
Professional performance level; Bachelor of Music degree or higher preferred (not required). Ability to meet Army initial entry requirements and maintain a professional appearance. The hired candidate will be required to march in ceremonial formations and stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be a U.S. citizen or other qualified resident. Position requires at least a four-year service contract; candidate will be informed of acceptance prior to enlistment.
Upon accepting employment with the West Point Band, the hired candidate will be required to complete Army Basic Training.
- Submit your application by filling out the form below and uploading the necessary documents and/or files.
- Only high-quality sound recordings will be accepted and evaluated.
- Separating files for each excerpt is permitted and preferred.
- Upon submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email sent to the email you have provided.
If you encounter any issues submitting your application, please email: bandauditions@westpoint.edu