Music City Drum Corps is the premier marching music education program of Music City Youth in the Arts, proudly based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Each year, talented young performers from across the country audition for the opportunity to become part of Music City. Our members, ages 16–21, come together with a shared passion for performance, a commitment to excellence, and the drive to become something greater than they were before.

The Music City experience begins with an intensive training camp before the corps takes its production on the road as part of the Drum Corps International Summer Tour. Throughout the summer, members rehearse, travel, and perform for audiences across the country, culminating with the DCI World Championships in Indianapolis.

But Music City is about far more than what happens on the field.

Through world-class instruction and the pursuit of excellence, our members develop the skills that will stay with them long after their final performance. They learn what it means to be accountable to something bigger than themselves, to work alongside people from different backgrounds, to overcome challenges, and to relentlessly pursue their personal best.

Along the way, they become part of a community built on belonging, shared purpose, and unforgettable experiences. The friendships formed, lessons learned, and memories created at Music City extend far beyond a single summer.

Come to Music City to become a better performer. Leave prepared to become a better leader, teammate, and person.

When you join Music City, you aren't simply joining a drum corps. You're becoming part of a legacy.

Live your dream. Leave your legacy.