Audition for Music City Drum Corps
Live Your Dream,
Leave Your Legacy
You will spend a summer working harder than you ever imagined, pushing beyond your limits, all in pursuit of a dream.
You will become an athlete, world-class musician and a master of performance.
Taught by our experts from all around the country you will form friendships that will last a lifetime, and develop skills in leadership, teamwork and mutual respect that will pay off for decades to come.
Becoming a member of the Music City Drum Corps will forever change your life.
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How does it work?
Auditioning is quite straightforward:
Register
Register for one of our fall Audition Experiences and download the free instrument packet below.
Practice
The better prepared you come, the more you’ll get out of this experience.
Show Up
Be fearless and show up ready to present your best self.
Audition Dates
Mark Your Calendars
April Camp: FULL CORPS
April 26-28
First time BRASS and COLOR GUARD auditions welcome!
Video Auditions
(Brass & Color Guard)
2024 Design Team
Next Steps
What if I get a callback? What if I get a spot?
If you get a callback:
Following your initial audition you may be invited to our Call Back Camp. This camp will be the next opportunity to interact with our creative and educational staff as well as other performers. During this experience you will learn a variety of techniques that will help you prepare for an action packed summer!
If you get a performer contract (a.k.a. a “spot”):
At any point during the audition process you may be offered a Performer Contract. This is your invitation to join Music City! When you receive your contract there are several items to consider.
Time. It is a large time commitment during the summer.
Finances. There is a cost to drum corps.
Health. Are you physically ready to spend 11 weeks on the road?
Growth. Are you ready to take a leap forward as a performer and human being?
Take the leap!
Do you have what it takes?
FAQs
What about Covid-19?
The health and safety of our members, staff and volunteers is our number one priority. We are working with our Participant Safety Committee as well as outside medical professionals and Drum Corps International to ensure a safe return to play.
We will continue to update our Covid-19 Guidelines as the summer approaches.
Should I audition even if I’m not sure I can march this summer?
Yes. The best way to find out if you are ready or not is to audition. Show us what you’ve got, get the contract and then make your decision. The first step is to walk through the door!
What can I expect day to day on tour?
The summer experience is broken up in two parts. Pre-tour. This is our version of band camp. Full day rehearsals putting together the summer production, long days and lot’s of great work. Tour. Once we hit the road we either have a travel/ rehearsal day or a show day. This summer we are planning on 19 or more performances over the tour.
How much does it cost to march?
Summer tuition for Music City in 2023 was $4,600.00. There was a deposit of $750.00 due upon accepting your contract. Tuition covers food, lodging, travel, instruction and more during the summer experience.
Can I go home during the summer?
No. Once you move in we try to restrict members coming and going. Of course, family emergencies can be handled on a case by case basis or school requirements. Again, drum corps is a large time commitment.