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• Do I audition at one single camp, or do I have to attend all of the camps? You are expected to attend all of the camps that are scheduled for your particular section. The audition process spans several camps and involves the evaluation of many aspects that include, but are not limited to: talent; skill; physical condition; attendance; participation; improvement; work ethic; and attitude. We typically begin offering membership to students in the month of February.
• What if I cannot attend a camp or because of a school conflict? Although everyone is required to be at every camp, pre-arranged school commitments take precedent over drum corps activities. We want you to be successful in drum corps AND school. Most school events are posted on the district or campus schedule months in advance – sometimes up to a year. It is your responsibility to communicate any possible conflicts with the Crown administration AND your Caption Supervisor at the first camp. If you find that you must miss a camp, an audio/video tape may be submitted to demonstrate your progress. This should be arranged with your caption supervisor and the Crown office. *Some sections may require a tape (audio) to be made even if you do attend the camp.
• What if I have a conflict with attending a rehearsal camp for reasons that are not necessarily school related? Those types of instances will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Regardless of the reason, if you have a camp conflict you should strive to attend as much of that camp weekend as possible.
• What if I still owe money to the last corps I marched with? Unfortunately, you will not be permitted to participate in Carolina Crown until you have fulfilled all financial commitments to any previous drums corps you have participated in.
• What should I bring? Everyone should bring the following items to your first Carolina Crown full weekend camp: sleeping bag, pillow, towel, toiletries, clothes you can move in (sweats, T-shirts, shorts, tennis shoes, etc.), a completed membership application and medical form (with the appropriate signature), your registration fee of $100.00 (new members only), and your camp fee of $100.00 (Note - the camp fee for our remote one-day audition events are $50). Depending on your caption, you should bring the following items to camp:
- BRASS - marching brass instrument (you can audition on trombone if that is your main instrument), mouthpiece, white gloves, your audition packet, and a sturdy binder with plastic sleeves/sheet protectors for your music
- PERCUSSION - instrument and carrier (if possible), sticks, mallets, your audition packet, a binder with plastic sheet protectors for your music, and a practice pad.
- GUARD - dance shoes (if you own any), appropriate dance clothes (spandex and/or form fitting – not too long or baggy), and a rifle, saber and/or flag.
• Will I be provided transportation to the camp location if I fly or take a bus in to Charlotte? Yes. We will make arrangements to transport you from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Rock Hill Greyhound Station, or Charlotte Amtrak Station. We will also arrange to take you back to those locations on Sunday after camp. Please notify the office by emailing info@carolinacrown.org a minimum of 3 days prior to the camp of your transportation needs.
• Where do I eat, sleep, and rehearse when I am with the corps for the weekend camps? Carolina Crown utilizes various area schools and their facilities for our camps. Food is provided by the corps during your entire weekend. The corps has a full service mobile "kitchen" staffed with volunteers who will prepare a snack Friday evening, three meals and a snack on Saturday, and breakfast and a snack on Sunday. You will be sleeping in the school gym (or similar size area) "camping style" using a pillow and sleeping bag. You will have access to the school locker rooms for showers.
• Are my parents invited? Absolutely! Parents are encouraged to attend every camp. Carolina Crown administrators and other volunteers will be in attendance at all auditions to answer questions. Parents are offered the use of separate sleeping quarters in the school and there are numerous volunteer positions available for parents to fill. Bring a sleeping bag and "pitch-in" for the weekend!
• What if my parents would like to talk to someone about the corps? Parents who have questions are encouraged to contact the Crown office. The office is usually open Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Feel free to email questions to info@carolinacrown.org or call 803-547-2270.
• How many spots are open in the corps? There are 150 total spots open in the corps. We will also carry a select few alternates with us on tour as well. Every student must audition for the corps each year, including returning members.
• What is Carolina Crown? Carolina Crown is a non-profit youth organization committed to "Developing lifelong excellence in young people through a superior and challenging performing arts education experience." Although we are involved with the development of numerous other youth-arts related activities, the drum corps is the largest program offering of Carolina Crown, Inc.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 11 September 2008 21:00 |
