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Auditioning for the Troopers - Overview

Auditions for the TROOPERS are typically held over two camp weekends in November and December. In addition to evaluating all applicants, we start learning our standard repertoire and summer competition program.

During the audition process, we will evaluate your abilities within the ensemble and as an individual. These first two camps are designed for you to get to know the TROOPERS. These camps also serve as an opportunity for our staff to assess your abilities. Even if you are unsure whether or not you can march with the TROOPERS for the summer season, we invite you to attend a rehearsal camp. Each member receives an evaluation at the end of the weekend with suggestions for improvement and an assessment of your placement within the corps.

We guarantee you will leave the camp with a full sense of what the TROOPERS are about, and take with you a weekend full of quality music instruction, great experiences, and new friends.

Selection of corps members is based on four basic areas:

1) positive attitude,
2) time commitment,
3) ability to meet financial requirements, and
4) performance requirements within each caption (musically and visually).

We strive to bring the best people we can into the TROOPERS organization, not necessarily the most talented. We want your experience with the TROOPERS to be as educational and enjoyable as possible.

Your First Camp
Regardless of which camp you attend first, you should bring the following:

• Membership Application, Camp & Registration Fees
• Sleeping Bag and Pillow
• Comfortable Clothing and Toiletries
• Personal Equipment for Rehearsal (see below)