"Shocker Sound"
Men's and Women's Basketball Bands
About the Bands
Support WSU Men's and Women's basketball by joining the "Shocker Sound" Basketball Bands! Students may participate in either or both the Men's and Women's Basketball Bands. Each band member receives a stipend per game. Students who play in both bands and play all games receive approximately $500.00 for the entire Men's and Women's Basketball Season. Stipends typically are disbursed in January and May.
About the Directors
Lori Ashenfelter is the director of the Women's Baskteball Band. Click here to learn more about her.
Tyler Ives is the director of the Men's Basketball Band. Click here to learn more about him.
Instrumentation
Below is a list of the instruments that make up the "Shocker Sound" Basketball Bands:
- Alto Saxophone
- Tenor Saxophone
- Baritone Saxophone
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Tuba
- Drum Set
- Bass Guitar
Rehearsal Schedule
The "Shocker Sound" Basketball Bands rehearse approximately three times in the evenings before the basketball season starts.
Auditions
An audition is required to join the "Shocker Sound." Click here to see what the requirements are for the audition.
Photo Gallery
Click here to see students having fun in the "Shocker Sound" Basketball Bands!