History
Name the Current Director of Bands
Dr. Jovan A Wilson
What is the NCCU Fight Song Called?
Fighting Eagles
Who is the current Head Drum Major of the Sound Machine?
Vivienne Steele
What are students NOT allowed to wear during rehearsals?
What are other college/high school logos, jewelry, or inappropriate shoes?
What are the official school colors?
Maroon and Grey
What year did NCCU's first official marching band form?
What is 1938?
What phrase closes the band creed: “With improvement of strength and order...”?
By any means! We are ! The Sound Machine !
What student position is responsible for helping freshmen learn band chants and culture?
New Personnel
How long before call time should you arrive to be considered “on time”?
15-30 mins early
Complete the chant: “Eagle Pride…”
AMPLIFIED !!!
Who was the previous Band Director of the Sound Machine?
Dr. Thurman Hollins
Of the 20 principles, this is the fire in your step, the drive behind your drill.
ENERGY!!!
Which Band Fraternities and Sororities are apart of the Sound Machine ?
Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity Incorporated and Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Band Sorority Incorporated
What should you NEVER do at "secondary" or "Horns Up"
Talk, Move, Fidget, Closed eyes, etc
What is the title of NCCU’s Alma Mater?
Dear Old N.C.C
Who organized the first formal band of the Sound Machine?
Dr. Stephen J. Wright
What do we sing before every home game?
The Hymn
If you encounter a problem and you need help, who should you talk to first ?
Your Section Leader
When the Drum Major takes their hat/shako off
Who founded NCCU?
James E. Shepard
Which NCCU band director had a 14-year tenure and helped grow the band to over 200 members?
Who is Dr. Jorim Reid?
Recite the 20 Principles without any mistakes
20 PRINCIPLES
Musicianship Scholarship Morals
Allegiance Order Appreciation
Revelation Uniformity Commitment
Creativity Numbers Humility
Harmony Discipline Integrity
Inspiration Notoriety
Nerve Energy
Guidance
Recite the Chain of Command in order Starting With the Band Director
Band Director, Assistant Band Director, Staff, Drum Majors, Captains, Section Leaders
With the high expectation of Academics what is the lowest GPA you can have and still participate in the Sound Machine?(No Scholarship)
2.0
What is the name of our mascot?
"Eddie" the Eagle