Golden Eagle Band

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Golden Eagle Band
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Golden Eagle Band at Veteran's Day Parade, 2009
Active1 January 1873;151 years ago (1873-01-01)
CountryFlag of the United States.svg  United States of America
BranchFlag of the United States Army.svg  United States Army
Type Military Band
Marching Band
RoleCeremonial duties
Part ofUNG Corps of Cadets
Main HeadquartersDahlonega campus, University of North Georgia
Nickname(s)GEB
Motto(s)Golden Eagles Fly With Pride!
Talons of Steel!
Raise Hell!
ColorsBlue and Gold
   
Commanders
Commander and Director of Music Cadet 1st Lieutenant Matthew Hollowell
Bandmaster Cadet Master Sergeant Anna Brown

The Golden Eagle Band (GEB) is the official instrumental ensemble of the University of North Georgia's Corps of Cadets. It serves as one of the featured units at all Cadet Reviews and military ceremonies during the school year. The unit also regularly travels off-campus to perform in parades, festivals, and military ceremonies throughout the Southeast. [1]

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History

The Golden Eagle Band of University of North Georgia is the oldest specialty unit on campus. It was created along with the founding of the college in 1873. Throughout the history of UNG the Golden Eagle Band has always been an integral part of the college's Corps of Cadets.

The Band's name has changed several times, been housed in many different locations, and has fluctuated in size throughout the years. [2]

Golden Eagle Band at Disney's Music Days Parade 2009 GEB Disney.jpg
Golden Eagle Band at Disney's Music Days Parade 2009

In the early 1900s the Golden Eagle Band was known as the Boar's Head Brigade Band. At that time, the band lived and practiced in a building that was located at the current site of Young Hall. The Commandant of Cadets also lived with the band at this time. After WWII, the band moved to Barnes Hall and created a large Boar's Head to hang over the fireplace. Later, this same Boar's Head was presented to the college and now hangs in the student Great Room in the Student Center. While in Barnes Hall, the band was the largest it has ever been. This was partly due to the fact that the Commandant of Cadets would personally take people from other companies who knew how to play an instrument and place them in the band. The name of the band changed to the Tiger Band, and the director of the band wrote UNG's Alma Mater. [2]

In 1969, the Band moved to their current residence at Sanford Hall but was forced to cut its numbers to accommodate to the living space. Another problem that the band faced during this growing phase was a lack of adequate places to practice. Starting in the Canteen, they eventually moved to the gym and Young Hall. They then moved to El Maguey, a local Mexican restaurant located on the square. It was at this time that the band painted it gold to show everyone who practiced there and who the restaurant supported. [2]

In 1972, the unit finally changed its name to the Golden Eagle Band. The band's distinctive patch was designed in 1989 by Jasper, GA artist Mary Russell, mother of one of the cadets. At this time the Band had its own unique uniform, which consisted of a black helmet with a large golden eagle on it. At the end of this decade, the band moved once again to Gaillard Hall. Once situated there, they painted a mural on the walls of their wing and placed a gold brick in the wall to show everyone how much hard work they dedicated to the school. It was also at this time that the band's practice area changed once again to the newly constructed Nix Center in which they had their own practice room. During this time in the early 1990s the motto of the Golden Eagle Band was "Golden Eagles Fly With Pride!". [2]

Due to the growing size of the Corps of Cadets, the band was forced to relocate back to Sanford hall in 2003. [2] The band was there until the new barracks were constructed in 2010.

Also throughout its history, the Golden Eagle Band has produced many capable young leaders that are now serving the Army as second lieutenants in the Aviation, Engineer, Field Artillery, Armor, Medical Services, Infantry, and most recently Military Intelligence branches. [1]

Mission

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Golden Eagle Band participating in a 6 mile ruckmarch

The Golden Eagle Band's mission is to "provide quality musicianship, discipline, and leadership through both military and musical training. We set and maintain the highest standards to represent the University of North Georgia's Boar's Head Brigade."

Generally, participation in the Golden Eagle Band is open to anyone with a background in music. People who have previously played in high school bands are preferred, but this is not a requirement. [1] Everything that a member of the GEB needs to know about performing in a military marching band is readily available to be taught by instructors and the student leadership.

The Golden Eagle Band is also an academic class that is worth one credit hour for each semester enrolled. Civilian students need only to register for the class during registration periods throughout the semester while participants in the Corps of Cadets can either request to be put in HHC and live with the GEB or live with one of the many line companies on campus and attend the class. However, living with the band is highly recommended.

Throughout the duration of their participation in the Golden Eagle Band, participants will be challenged in a variety of ways, which are not just limited to their abilities as a musician. They will be presented with unique challenges to develop themselves as individuals, as a member of a team, and be tested in their abilities of leadership. During the year, the Cadet members of the GEB participate in tactical training and leadership evaluation techniques and go on their own FTXs. Most of the time they are not able to participate in the regular Corps training periods because of scheduling conflicts with class and Band Camps.

Every fall semester the Golden Eagle Band conducts special training in which participants will be able to earn a spot inside the GEB "family". In the Spring semester these participants are able to participate in a more thorough examination of their knowledge, skills, and abilities in order to become a fully accepted and recognized member of the GEB.

Scholarship and Award Opportunities

The bands at the University of North Georgia, including the Golden Eagle Band, offer a variety of scholarships to prospective students. One particular scholarship of interest to potential members of the GEB is the Roy E. Bottom Scholarship.

Roy E. Bottom Scholarship

This scholarship covers the entire regular academic year (spring and fall semesters). It is a one-year scholarship, but it may be re-awarded to the same recipient in subsequent years as the Director of Bands sees fit. [1]

Student Eligibility

  • Student must be a Georgia Resident as defined by UNG
  • Student must be an undergraduate
  • Student must be on full-time status at UNG each semester the scholarship is awarded (12hrs)
  • In order to continue receiving the scholarship, the student must maintain a cumulative 2.5 GPA (incoming students may omit this)
  • Student must be a participating member of the Golden Eagle Band as defined in the acceptance letter

Application Procedure

  • Complete the full application including the essay section
  • Complete an audition for the Director of Bands
  • Complete an interview with the Commandant of Cadets and Director of Bands

Leadership History

School YearCommanderExecutive OfficerBandmaster
1873 ? ? ?
1975-1976C/CPT Arthur GibbsC/1LT John DouglasC/MSG Paul Wingo [3]
1976-1977C/CPT James DePazC/MSG Bill Tew
1977-1978C/CPT Andy WillisC/MSG Vic Eilenfield
1978-1979C/CPT Vic EilenfieldC/MSG Mark Bynum
1979-1980C/CPT Mark BynumC/MSG John Ford
1982-1983C/CPT DON GRACEC/1LT HERSCHEL COLLINS
1986-1987C/CPT Bruce DavisC/MSG Mike Ammons
1987-1988C/CPT Mike Ammons
1988-1989C/CPT Theresa DepewC/1LT Doug StoverC/MSG Shawn Mullins
1989-1990C/CPT Drew BrownC/1LT Shawn MullinsC/MSG Mike Russell
1990-1991C/CPT Mark FiorentinoC/1LT Lee SearsC/MSG Jim Asher
1991-1992C/CPT Jim AsherC/1LT Chet ThomasC/MSG Scott Cooper
1992-1993C/CPT Adrienne AdamsC/1LT Carlton Brown
1993-1994C/CPT Michael K DavisC/1LT Michael BeardenC/MSG Darren Smith
2000-2001C/CPT Andrew BanisterC/1LT Rob LaweranceC/MSG Jay Howell
2001-2002C/CPT Hugh HenryC/1LT Otis ColesC/MSG Dallas York
2002-2003C/CPT Dallas YorkC/1LT Wes CannonC/MSG Kyle Tafel
2003-2004C/1LT Kyle TafelC/2LT Thomas EllisonC/SFC Thomas Caylor
2008-2009C/1LT Andrew SparksC/SFC Andrew Ivester
2009-2010C/1LT Kelli FoleyC/MSG Jonathan Likovetz
2010-2011C/2LT Jonathan LikovetzC/SFC Neville Williams
2011-2012C/2LT Neville WilliamsC/SFC Ian Williams
2012-2013C/2LT Neville Williams
2013-2014c/1LT Stephen Mandersonc/2LT Ian Williamsc/MSG Jessica Messer
2014-2015c/1LT Jessica Messerc/MSG Gavin Greif
2015-2016c/1LT Gavin Greifc/MSG Clare Tanner
2016-2017c/1LT Gavin Greif
2017-2018c/1LT Jasmine Sanchezc/SSG Jon Wooldridge
2018-2019c/MSG Jon Wooldridgec/SSG Megan Shockley
2019-2020c/1LT Jon Wooldridgec/MSG Rebecca Alfaro
2020-2021c/1LT Jon Wooldridgec/2LT Jacob Pressleyc/MSG Whitney Kenline

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Golden Eagle Band Recruiting Brochure [ permanent dead link ]
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 GEB OIC. (2009). "The Band 1873-????".
  3. ↑ <NGC Yearbook>
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