Auditions

All candidates must be accepted to Auburn prior to the audition. If a candidate has not applied, they should do so immediately. Click here for more information on applying to Auburn University. Note that candidates' admission to Auburn University will be verified prior to the audition. All candidates should be aware that Mini Camp will be held May 29 - 31, 2026.

All parts of Mini Camp and Preseason Camp (August) are mandatory should a candidate be chosen as part of the 2026 - 2027 Tiger Eyes. Auburn football's annual spring A-Day game taking place on April 18 (date set by athletics) is also required in order to have all students fitted for various uniforms they will need for the season. While there are additional activities such as a short practice and performance of pom routines at A-Day, the fitting is the primary focus of the day.

View the Candidate Checklist

Auditions for all three lines will be held April 10 and 11, 2026 at Beard-Eaves Memorial Coliseum on the Auburn University campus. 

Candidates are encouraged to audition for two lines to better their chance of being a part of the Tiger Eyes. Candidates have the option to audition for all three lines and will be asked to rank their first, second, and third choice (if applicable) in case they make more than one line. Candidates do not need to rank their order of preference if only auditioning for one line.

Results will be posted within 24 hours of the actual auditions.

Any questions or concerns about the audition and/or clinic dates, times, or procedures should be directed to Ashley Evans.

The 2026 Tiger Eyes Auditions will be held at the following times, which are subject to change based on the number of applicants:

• Friday, April 10
  
  • Majorettes (4:00 p.m.)
    Check-in opens at 3:00 p.m.
    
    • Individual Solos
      Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
      Solos begin at 6:30 p.m.

• Saturday, April 11
  
  • Danceline (8:00 a.m.)
    Check-in opens at 7:00 a.m.
    
    • Individual Solos
      Doors open at 10:00 a.m.
      Solos begin at 10:15 a.m.
  • Flagline (1:00 p.m.)
    Check-in opens at 12:00 p.m.
    
    • Individual Solos
      Doors open at 12:30 p.m.
      Solos begin at 1:00 p.m.

***Individual Solo routines will be open to the public. All other elements of auditions are closed.***

Individual Routine Guidelines:

Majorette candidates should include at least 45 seconds of one baton twirling, at least 15 seconds of two baton twirling, and at least 15 seconds of three baton twirling. Candidates are required to have one acrobatic trick of their choice in their solo (i.e. cartwheel, front walkover, aeriel, etc.). Candidates are allowed to use more than 3 batons and are encouraged to do so in the additional time allowed. Batons connected to anything (i.e. flags, streamers, hoops, glowsticks, etc. ) are not allowed.

Majorette and Flagline candidates are encouraged to incorporate footwork into their routine while working with their respective equipment.

Flagline individual solos should solely consist of flagwork. At no point should the candidate set their equipment down to perform any choreography without their equipment.

Danceline candidates are encouraged to demonstrate their talent, knowledge of dance, personality, any special skills or tumbling that could be utilized on the field, and best style of dance while considering the "performance style" of the Tiger Eyes Danceline.

All candidates should remember that there will be no props, flag batons, hoops, streamers, knives, rifles, sabers, or other novelties permitted in this audition. 

Candidates for all three lines should consider that their routine will be judged on difficulty, technique and execution, "crowd appeal," effective interpretation of the music selection, and overall performance and showmanship.

All music used for the individual routine should be considered "family friendly" and should not contain any offensive language, demeaning themes, or contain suggestive lyrics.

*** Music due FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2026 by 4:30 PM ***

Music file: Start and stopped at EXACT time. Email Fredrick Brown with your name and auditioning line (majorette, danceline, flagline).

Basic Skills Fundamentals and Travel Techniques:

Basic Skills Fundamentals and Travel Techniques will be demonstrated in brief combinations consisting of the elements listed below. Candidates will be judged on overall skill proficiency, execution, and body placement/control. To view a video of each combination, click on the combination you want to see. The combinations will also be reviewed at the Audition Clinic (see "Audition Clinic" above).

• Majorettes
  • Little Joes
  • Vertical Finger Twirls Right and Vertical Finger Twirls Left
  • Horizontal Finger Twirls Right and Horizontal Finger Twirls Left
  • Backcatch
  • Continuous Backhand Flips Left
  • Vertical One Turn
  • Vertical Two Turn
  • Horizontal One Turn
  • Horizontal Two Turn
  • High Toss Bow
  • Right Reverse Illusion
  • Toss Front Cartwheel Right OR Toss Front Cartwheel Left
  • Juggles with One Turn
  • Right Split
• Danceline
  • Calypso Combination
  • Six-Step Combination
  • Leap in Second Combination
  • Turns in Second
  • Kick Combination
  • Renversé / Coupé Combination
  • Flying Disc / Pitch Combination
• Flagline
  • Basics Routine
• Travel for ALL THREE LINES
  • Jazz Run for Majorette and Flagline
  • Jazz Run for Danceline
  • Toe-heel Marching Step
  • Prancing
  • AUMB Pre-Game Jog
    • We understand the form for the pregame jog may be unfamiliar to students new to the Auburn University Marching Band, so click here to see a detailed description of the proper pregame jog form.
    • For all travel except the pregame jog (more detailed instructions linked above), the arch of the foot should hit the line when being performed.

You can view the audition command sheets below. For the in-person portion of auditions, these commands will be called out for you. For the virtual submission portion of auditions (line-specific Basic Skills Fundamentals), you will need to have someone running a met at the appropriate tempo and calling the commands out for you while videoing.

Applications for the 2026 - 2027 Tiger Eyes can be completed within the AUMB Member Database. Please follow the instructions below to create your Member Profile, select your Marching Intent for the line you are auditioning for (if auditioning for multiple lines, choose your top choice), and fill out your Audition Application.

1. Login to the AUMB Member Database using your Auburn University username and password. This is the same username and password used to login to all Auburn University systems.
2. If you have not completed a profile, simply follow the steps making sure to enter all required information for each section.
3. If you are a returning member, or if you created a profile last year, you will see a form where you must confirm the information entered is correct. Please update anything that needs to be updated and make sure all required information is correct.
4. If you are creating a new profile, or did not have a headshot from last year, you will need to take a close up photo (from shoulders to top of head) and upload it. Make sure you are not wearing sunglasses or a hat in your photo.
5. Once you have completed your profile, or confirmed you information, and uploaded a headshot, you will see your profile page with reminders for other items you need to complete, a summary of your application information, and your profile (which can be edited to correct information or add information that may be missing). 

In addition all applicants must submit a $30 application fee in order to participate in auditions.

NOTE: When uploading the acceptance letter on the candidate application, candidates must upload their official acceptance letter received in the mail that is on Auburn University letterhead. A screenshot of the congratulations email will not be accepted.