Hello,

I am looking for a Drum Major, and band members to establish a Regimental band for the 18th Texas / 153rd New York. There are a few regimental bands back East, however the Trans-Mississippi area, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, seem to be short of people wishing to honor those that served with valor as musicians during the American Civil War

The Units out East produce CDs which they sale across the country. A member would play a reproduction period instrument and period music. Once the band came to be known, I am confident that not only would the band be at reenactments, and parades and dances, with the 18th Texas, but request for them to play at other events would be numerious. This would allow them a chance to also represent our Regiment through out the region.

The Drum Major would have the authority to establish the quidelines for membership within the band, work on recruiting and training requirements. Schedule auditions and work with the Regimental Staff as required.

We can use Drummers, Fifers, Buglers, and other period instruments

Please feel free to contact me.

James

Education through Participation at www.18thtexasinfantry.org