AUDITION INFORMATION:

 

 

Hello Perspective Members,

 

I know we're all happy that the Holidays are finally here and we can all get a little R&R.

 

With out further a due we are announcing the Audition date for the Blue Saints.

 

It will be:

 

Saturday, January 7th, 2012

Benton Middle School

Starts at 9am

Things to Think About:

Talent – Your abilities on your instrument as well as your marching abilities are very important in the selection process. It is equally important for us to see your development and improvement from camp to camp. You will be asked to perform all music and exercises on the audition material page.

Attitude – As with any team sport, chemistry is very important towards success.  Our Drum Corps will be full of students who will do WHATEVER IT TAKES to make the ensemble great. It will be incredibly rewarding to be a part of this ensemble where all members work as hard as they possibly can, are extremely positive, and support both the staff, and more importantly, one another. Drum corps tends to redefine members’ definitions of commitment, hard work, and camaraderie, thus part of drum corps appeal and value.

Attendance – Attendance is of course required for membership. Your attendance at camp shows an initial level of commitment to yourself to be part of a small percentage of all high school or college musicians that can say they possess the drive to audition this kind of experience of a lifetime.

Health – Being healthy is very important in drum corps. Many members have become their healthiest while participating in this activity. Being in shape will allow you to better maximize your contribution, your fun. there are many sources available for advice on getting in shape.

Fees – Your account status will have a direct impact on your membership in the corps. Without your fees and tuition, we would not be able to operate as a drum corps. In reality, fees make up just a small portion of the total funds needed to run an organization like this.

What do I need to play for my audition?

BRASS PLAYERS

-Play the 3 exercises from the online packet (BlueSaints.com-Members- Audition Info)

-Bb Major, Eb Major, Ab Major, and A Major scales.

-Sight reading

 

PERCUSSION:

Battery:

-Play "Like a Bossa" from the online packet (BlueSaints.com-Members- Audition Info)

 

-Play the cadence "Slugger" from the online packet.

 

-Sight reading

 

PIT:

 

-Bb Major, Eb Major, Ab Major, and A Major scales.

 

-sight reading

 

COLORGUARD:

 

-A warm up routine

 

-Excerpt used in your school's show this past year.

 

What do I need to bring?

 

BRASS:

-Bring the instrument you play on a regular basis and appropriate accessories.

 

PERCUSSION:

-Appropriate sticks or mallets. Instruments will be provided.

 

 

COLORGUARD:

 

-Be sure to dress appropriately for the audition (t-shirts, No tank tops please it'll be COLD!, athletic pants, or appropriate length shorts)

 

-Flag

 

What if I am a woodwind player, what should I bring and what should I play?

-If you are a woodwind player bring your woodwind instrument, we would like to hear your abilities on an instrument you are comfortable with.

What happens after I audition?

-Auditions will run very similar to the honor band auditions. You will come in play your required music. Receive feedback from staff then you are free to go.

-Results will be posted online after auditions are complete.

-We have a 3-tiered audition placement for all that audition.

1. Highly recommended = you are in control of your body visually, and musically you show many strengths and few weaknesses on your instrument.

2. Recommended = you have some control visually, and musically are in need of some individual study on the music and your instrumental fundamentals.

3. Not recommended = you have severe control issues with your body, and musically you have many weaknesses that might prevent you from being able to fully participate in the drum corps experience

 

 

***PLEASE RSVP FOR THIS EVENT. I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A LIST OF STUDENTS AUDITIONING***

If you are unavailable for this date please let me know. We can make separate arrangements based on your needs.

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Questions? Concerns? Feel free to email them to me as well!

Thank you and look forward to seeing you January 7th!

Michael England

2012 Program Coordinator

Blue Saints Drum and Bugle Corps

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