2016 Audition Camp InfoAuditions for the 2016 Golden Empire Drum & Bugle Corps will be held December 11th, 12th, & 13th at Bakersfield College. Please carefully read through the info below for details about the audition camp.
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Location/DirectionsBakersfield College
1801 Panorama Dr. Bakersfield, CA 93305 We will initially meet in the BC gym. The main entrance (known as the Huddle) is on the east side of campus just north of Memorial Stadium. You can enter from Mt. Vernon and park in the lot just east of the stadium. Parking permits will not be required during weekend camps. |
Schedule:
Friday, December 11
4:30pm – Registration begins
5:30pm – Opening meeting
6:00pm – Workshop/Auditions begin
9:00pm – Rehearsal ends
Saturday, December 12
8:00am – 1st block
12:00pm – Lunch (You’re On Your Own)
1:00pm – 2nd block
5:00pm – Dinner (YOYO)
6:00pm – 3rd block
9:00pm – Rehearsal ends
Sunday, December 13 (NO GUARD, BRASS/PERCUSSION ONLY)
8:00am – 1st block
12:00pm – Lunch (YOYO)
1:00pm – 2nd block
3:00pm – Parent meeting
3:30pm – Show & Tell
4:00pm – Camp ends
What to bring:
Housing:
This is not an overnight camp. It's very important that you register in advance to let us know your housing plans/needs if you are coming from out of town. Local members, please let us know if you can host someone so we can help coordinate housing before the camp. We have always been able to accommodate our out of town members, but we do recommend having a backup plan.
Food:
Meals will not be provided, so you should plan to pack a lunch/dinner or bring money for food. There are several fast food options that are within a short driving distance. Also, please remember to have a nutritious meal and drink plenty of fluids before arriving each day so that you will have excellent energy during workshop/auditions.
Cost:
The only expense for the audition/workshop camp is the $40 audition fee, which you can pay in advance when you register online. Cash and checks or money orders made payable to Golden Empire Performing Arts will be accepted at the camp in addition to credit/debit cards. If you are offered a spot in the corps, your first member contribution payment will be due at the next camp.
Forms:
All applicants should print out and complete the following forms:
When will I know my status?
You will know by the end of the weekend if you have been offered a spot, have received a “call-back” for the next camp, or aren’t ready for Golden Empire this year. Regardless, we appreciate your desire to join the corps and want you to leave with info and experiences that will help you continue to refine your skills.
Parents/Guardians:
Please share this info with your parent(s) or guardian(s): There will be a parent info meeting on Sunday at 3pm at BC. This will be a great time for them to learn more about Golden Empire and the drumcorps activity in general.
Friday, December 11
4:30pm – Registration begins
5:30pm – Opening meeting
6:00pm – Workshop/Auditions begin
9:00pm – Rehearsal ends
Saturday, December 12
8:00am – 1st block
12:00pm – Lunch (You’re On Your Own)
1:00pm – 2nd block
5:00pm – Dinner (YOYO)
6:00pm – 3rd block
9:00pm – Rehearsal ends
Sunday, December 13 (NO GUARD, BRASS/PERCUSSION ONLY)
8:00am – 1st block
12:00pm – Lunch (YOYO)
1:00pm – 2nd block
3:00pm – Parent meeting
3:30pm – Show & Tell
4:00pm – Camp ends
What to bring:
- $40 Audition Fee (or pay online when you register)
- Printed & completed forms (see below)
- Equipment – Refer to your audition packet for specific instructions. In case of a large number of applicants, we recommend that you bring your own marching instrument w/ mouthpiece (brass), drum pad w/ stand (battery), a foldable music stand, rifle/sabre (guard) etc.
- Appropriate rehearsal attire
- Money for meal breaks (or pack your lunch/dinner)
Housing:
This is not an overnight camp. It's very important that you register in advance to let us know your housing plans/needs if you are coming from out of town. Local members, please let us know if you can host someone so we can help coordinate housing before the camp. We have always been able to accommodate our out of town members, but we do recommend having a backup plan.
Food:
Meals will not be provided, so you should plan to pack a lunch/dinner or bring money for food. There are several fast food options that are within a short driving distance. Also, please remember to have a nutritious meal and drink plenty of fluids before arriving each day so that you will have excellent energy during workshop/auditions.
Cost:
The only expense for the audition/workshop camp is the $40 audition fee, which you can pay in advance when you register online. Cash and checks or money orders made payable to Golden Empire Performing Arts will be accepted at the camp in addition to credit/debit cards. If you are offered a spot in the corps, your first member contribution payment will be due at the next camp.
Forms:
All applicants should print out and complete the following forms:
- Audition Packet for your section/position
- General Release Form
When will I know my status?
You will know by the end of the weekend if you have been offered a spot, have received a “call-back” for the next camp, or aren’t ready for Golden Empire this year. Regardless, we appreciate your desire to join the corps and want you to leave with info and experiences that will help you continue to refine your skills.
Parents/Guardians:
Please share this info with your parent(s) or guardian(s): There will be a parent info meeting on Sunday at 3pm at BC. This will be a great time for them to learn more about Golden Empire and the drumcorps activity in general.
Get Connected!Make sure to follow Golden Empire on social media to get updates and share audition info with your friends. Still have questions? Shoot us an email.
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Registered Yet?If you're planning to attend the camp and haven't registered yet, do it now! While it's OK to register in person, we'd like to hear from you in advance.
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