Bring UC school spirit to your next event!Hire the University of Cincinnati Alumni Pep Band to bring a top-quality, musical and nostalgic experience to your next private party or event! From Cheer Cincinnati to The UC Alma Mater to Hey Baby!, the UC Alumni Pep Band is ready to bring the red and black school spirit to you and your guests. Hiring the band starts at just $200 for brief, local appearances and ALL proceeds go to support the Charge Into the Next Century Campaign, the Bearcat Bands' initiative to put a quality instrument in the hands of every band member!
Have a favorite UC pep tune? Want us to play a special piece for your special someone? Want to surprise your guests with live music? We can work with you to craft a program that is perfect for you and your friends and colleagues! And you don't have to be a Bearcat to enjoy our programs. We can bring exciting tunes to your next event, no matter the audience. For more information on hiring the UC Alumni Pep Band, contact UC Band Alumni Association governor Val Nastold at ucbaa1920@gmail.com or by calling 513.604.5470. Go Bearcats! |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are your key deadlines?
Are you available for my event?
We have a list of local members, ready to play at your event! However, requests can only be fulfilled pending the availability of musicians which we will determine as quickly as possible.
How big is the Alumni Pep Band?
Approximately 12-25 members depending on availability.
How long will you play?
As part of our regular appearance fee, our pep band will perform for between 15 to 30 minutes. If a longer performance is desired, this must be discussed as part of your request and the appearance fee will be higher, as outlined below.
What will you play?
Performance music includes UC school songs Red and Black, Cheer Cincinnati, Give a Cheer, the UC Alma Mater and a few popular "pep" selections currently in the band's repertoire. Specific requests for repertoire must be made no later than four weeks in advance and must be agreed upon by the UCBAA Pep Band Manager.
What will you wear?
UC polo shirt and shorts or long pants, depending on weather and formality of the event.
What does your fee support?
ALL proceeds go to support the Charge Into the Next Century Campaign, the Bearcat Bands' initiative to put a quality instrument in the hands of every band member!
How much does it cost to hire the Alumni Pep Band?
The ensemble requires a $200 donation to be made to the Charge Into the Next Century Campaign for any performances up to 30 minutes. Anything from 31 to 60 minutes will require an additional $100 contribution. Any requests for performances over 60 minutes will need to be mutually agreed upon at a special rate. *All appearance fees are non-refundable.
Do we need to provide transportation?
Transportation will generally be provided by the individual band members unless transportation is offered to us.
How will the contract process work?
Once we agree on event details, we will send you a contract that must be signed in order for us to save your date for the Alumni Pep Band.
- Four weeks prior to your event: Request to perform must be received.
- Two weeks prior to your event: All details must be mutually agreed upon.
- One week prior to your event: No changes may be made and a non-refundable appearance fee is due.
Are you available for my event?
We have a list of local members, ready to play at your event! However, requests can only be fulfilled pending the availability of musicians which we will determine as quickly as possible.
How big is the Alumni Pep Band?
Approximately 12-25 members depending on availability.
How long will you play?
As part of our regular appearance fee, our pep band will perform for between 15 to 30 minutes. If a longer performance is desired, this must be discussed as part of your request and the appearance fee will be higher, as outlined below.
What will you play?
Performance music includes UC school songs Red and Black, Cheer Cincinnati, Give a Cheer, the UC Alma Mater and a few popular "pep" selections currently in the band's repertoire. Specific requests for repertoire must be made no later than four weeks in advance and must be agreed upon by the UCBAA Pep Band Manager.
What will you wear?
UC polo shirt and shorts or long pants, depending on weather and formality of the event.
What does your fee support?
ALL proceeds go to support the Charge Into the Next Century Campaign, the Bearcat Bands' initiative to put a quality instrument in the hands of every band member!
How much does it cost to hire the Alumni Pep Band?
The ensemble requires a $200 donation to be made to the Charge Into the Next Century Campaign for any performances up to 30 minutes. Anything from 31 to 60 minutes will require an additional $100 contribution. Any requests for performances over 60 minutes will need to be mutually agreed upon at a special rate. *All appearance fees are non-refundable.
Do we need to provide transportation?
Transportation will generally be provided by the individual band members unless transportation is offered to us.
How will the contract process work?
Once we agree on event details, we will send you a contract that must be signed in order for us to save your date for the Alumni Pep Band.
Hire the band
Got a gig you'd like to hire the UC Alumni Gig Band for? Let us know!
We're a great option for 5Ks, UC spirit events, parties, and much more.
Plus, your donation to the band directly funds undergraduate student scholarships!
Reach out to let us know more about your event, and we'll get back to you.
We're a great option for 5Ks, UC spirit events, parties, and much more.
Plus, your donation to the band directly funds undergraduate student scholarships!
Reach out to let us know more about your event, and we'll get back to you.
