Can I be in band at A&M without doing marching band?

Question

A&M is a consideration for me because I most likely won't get accepted into Baylor or UT, and I want to be in band, but I REALLY DO NOT want to march.

I hate marching

so i was wondering if i could do that, but not march

Answer 1

Most college music programs allow you to participate in an ensemble, but not to march.  So, simply, yeah, you don't have to march.  But the flip side is, are you a music major?  Because for the Univ of South Carolina, where I go, all Music Ed. majors have to march for 3 years.  Performance majors don't.  That's only my school, but I would think others would run somewhat similarly.  Good luck with school!