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1 DUMLINE Audition Days: FEE and OPEN to interested students auditioning for the 2019 Utah Drumline as well as future 2020 High School Seniors Audition Day 1: : 9a-5p Audition Day / Weekend 2: Call Back / Final Auditions : p-9p AND : 8a-5p AUDITION PACKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE University of Utah, School of Music David Gardner Hall, room 1 Contact: Dr. Michael Sammons mike.sammons@utah.edu

2019 DUMLINE AUDITIONS Join the LEGACY at the University of Utah! CONGATULATIONS!

We pride ourselves in being one the finest college drumlines in the country-combining a performance based and entertaining environment.

org The Utah Drumline is OPEN TO ALL University students: math majors, business majors, engineers, biology students and yes, undecided

Students attending other higher education institutions (Salt Lake Community College, etc.) CAN and DO participate in the drumline.

life-long memories and being a part of the Utah Drumline family: past, present and future.

Appearances include national TV broadcasts on ESPN, College Gameday, FOX Sports, ABC, CBS and NBC.

2 2019 DUMLINE AUDITIONS Join the LEGACY at the University of Utah! CONGATULATIONS! You have taken the first step in joining the Utah Drumline! We pride ourselves in being one the finest college drumlines in the country-combining a performance based and entertaining environment. The Utah Drumline is OPEN TO ALL University students: math majors, business majors, engineers, biology students and yes, undecided majors. You DO NOT have to be a music major to participate in the marching band or earn a scholarship. Students attending other higher education institutions (Salt Lake Community College, etc.) CAN and DO participate in the drumline. $cholarship Information Based upon audition placement CLICK HEE Most importantly, it is about performing with your best friends, creating life-long memories and being a part of the Utah Drumline family: past, present and future. The Marching Utes are the soundtrack to the University and perform for over 500,000 people annually. Appearances include national TV broadcasts on ESPN, College Gameday, FOX Sports, ABC, CBS and NBC. Auditions are NOT designed to be competitive but are an inclusive, educational process. We look to find everyone their perfect spot! Audition Clinics are FEE and OPEN to students auditioning for the 2019 Utah Drumlines as well as future 2020 high school seniors and will cover the what, how and why of the Utah Drumline. We are here to assist you. Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions regarding audition materials, process or general Utah Drumline Experience. Have fun and practice hard! We look forward to seeing you soon. Dr. Michael Sammons mike.sammons@utah.edu

2 ABOUT THE UTAH DUMLINE www.mikesammons.com www.uofubands.org VIC FITH SPOTLIGHT - #1 VIC FITH SPOTLIGHT - #2 Audition Day 1: 5.4.

3 2 ABOUT THE UTAH DUMLINE VIC FITH SPOTLIGHT - #1 VIC FITH SPOTLIGHT - #2 Audition Day 1: : 9a-5p AUDITION DATES Audition Day / Weekend 2: Call Back / Final Auditions : p-9p AND : 8a-5p AUDITION LOCATION University of Utah Campus: David Gardner Hall, School of Music DIECTIONS LODGING / MEALS FO AUDITION CAMPS Students are required to secure their own lodging and meals. On-campus suggestion: UNIVESITY GUEST HOUSE -

4 3 ADDITIONAL AUDITION INFOMATION Each section will audition together and as a full battery. Students may be asked to play individually. It is highly encouraged that you prepare to audition on various combinations of instruments based on your experiences and strengths (i.e. bass drum / tenors or cymbals / snare drum). Students are placed according to their personal strengths and NEEDS of the section. Be prepared to audition on multiple instruments within the drumline. IF you are asked to play something that you haven t prepared, then do your best. The staff is more interested in seeing how quickly you learn, musical aptitude and most importantly, your ATTITUDE towards trying another instrument. Students auditioning on bass drum should prepare multiple parts (#1-5). Cymbal players should pick one of the split parts marked as A and B in the parts. The cymbal line performs various techniques including crashes, chokes, hi-hats, sizzles, crunch, slides and taps. If you are unfamiliar with these, just do your best. We will work with you upon arrival. UTAH DUMLINE EQUIPMENT: The U DUMLINE is sponsored by Yamaha marching percussion instruments, emo drumheads, Vic Firth sticks and mallets, and Sabian cymbals. Snares perform with MS5 (snares use traditional grip); Tenors: Bachman Billy Club ; Bass Drums: Corpmaster Series. WHAT TO BING 1. Printed Audition Packet in 3 ring binder with clear, plastic sleeves 2. Sticks and Mallets (Bass Drum mallets are provided) 3. Practice Pad 4. Pencils 5. Highlighter (BD and Cym.). Appropriate clothing and shoes for outdoor rehearsals (includes hat / sunscreen) 7. Water Bottle 8. Lunch or Lunch Money 9. Friend that is interested in auditioning for the U Drumline for 2017 or 2018 season. WHAT NOT TO BING 1. Your own drum (only practice pads are allowed). 2. Non-auditioning personnel (friends and family will not be allowed to attend or watch the auditions) 3. Cameras, video cameras, or other recording devices

4 CONFIDENCE: HAVE FUN! elax and be confident in what you bring to the table, as every individual has unique traits to his or her personalities and playing styles.

5 4 CONFIDENCE: HAVE FUN! elax and be confident in what you bring to the table, as every individual has unique traits to his or her personalities and playing styles. Feel good when you play, and it will feel good to the listener. True confidence is a very important thing, and will help tremendously when fitting into the line. PEPAATION: Preparation refers to how much and how well you practice. It also refers to Your preparation will determine how CONFIDENT you are when you perform. WHAT WE AE LOOKING FO TEAMWOK / COLLEGIALITY: A team player is someone who is not only willing, but eager to do what is best for the group. Team players embrace their role, regardless of what section they make, and they put their interests of the marching band and drumline ahead of their own. MUSICALITY: More than anything else, music is what we strive for. Attention to style, dynamics and articulations are key to a quality performance and the icing on the cake! TECHNIQUE: We utilize a ELAXED, EBOUNDED philosophy of technique which produces a quality sound at all levels, speed, endurance and playing philosophies that transcend the activity of marching percussion (TANSFE VALUE). TIMING: Tempo and rhythmic integrity is a critical aspect of what we do. Know your rudiments, as they are rhythms. Work practice habits with a metronome. Practice at tempos your hands can manage. Gradually increase tempos. CHOPS: Chops are a very important part of what we do, and play a key role in keeping up with the fast paced learning environment. Technical strength and proficiency are the basic building blocks of your contribution to the ensemble. The term chops does not mean being able to play every stick trick and backstick in the book; though these are enjoyable things, they are not the basis of music-making. Be strong in the basics of rudiments and stickings at a wide variety of tempos. Chops are not created within a day or a week; it takes time to build up your hands. MEMOIZATION: Memorization demonstrates attitude and confidence. It shows that a person is dedicated to being a part of the drumline and has thoroughly prepared.

6 5 SUMME the U!!! 1. Utah Drumline ETEAT a. Friday, June 21 (-9p) Saturday, June 22 (8a-2p) b. Attendance expected unless excused by faculty c. Out of Town / State Students are HOUSED by US! 2. Monday Sectionals a. School of Music, David Gardner Hall b. NOT Mandatory - Attendance expected if in town i. Go on your vacations! 3. Utah Drumline Camp Orientation a. Aug. 1: 9a 2p: Anyone that did not attend etreat b. Aug. 1: -9p: EVEYONE 4. Utah Drum Camp a. Aug. 2-3 i. 9a-9p (Schedule: 9a-2p with lunch break / 5-9p) b. Out of Town / State Students are HOUSED by US! 5. Utah Band Camp a. Aug 5-1 (excluding Sunday, August 11) b. Out of Town / State Students are HOUSED by US until Dorm Move-in Date c. Typical Day Schedule (8a-5p) i. 2 evening rehearsals in ice Eccles Stadium (Final Schedule TBD) SUMME the U June 3 Monday Drums (:30-8:30p) June 10 Monday Drums (:30-8:30p) June 21 (-9p) June 22 (8a-3p) UTAH DUMLINE ETEAT July 8 Monday Drums (:30-8:30p) July 15 Monday Drums (:30-8:30p) July 29 Monday Drums (:30-8:30p) Aug 1 Orientation for students who did not attend U Drumline etreat in June (9a 2p) Aug 1 Orientation at ice Eccles Stadium / FINAL AUDITIONS (-9) Aug. 2-3 DUM CAMP Aug. 5-1 (excluding Sunday, August BAND CAMP 11)

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AUDITION PACKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE

AUDITION PACKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE DUMLINE www.uofubands.org Audition Days: FEE and OPEN to interested students auditioning for the 2019 Utah Drumline as well as future 2020 High chool eniors Audition Day 1: 5.4.19: 9a-5p Audition Day /