Semper Fi Bandsman Award Info:
High school
musicians embody many virtues that we, as Marines, admire. To help high schools
promote recognition of achievements and sacrifices their musicians make, the
Marine Corps provides the Semper Fidelis Music Award. It's an award in spirit with
traditions that date back to the days of John Philip Sousa and his role in
making the Marine Corps Band the premiere musical unit it is today -- The
Presidents Own. The award need not be geared toward the top notch
instrumentalist who may be receiving music scholarships, but can be used to
recognize your competent musician who has shown yearly improvement, dedication
and enthusiasm.
In your nomination process, the student must:
-Be a high school senior;
-Hold a first chair position in the band;
-Be capable of performing as a soloist with the high school band; and
-Be recognized as both an outstanding performer and as a truly outstanding young
citizen
The purpose of making this award is to assist you, the director, in honoring a
deserving, outstanding bandsman and at the same time provide an incentive
to those who may be eligible for the award in subsequent years.