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2018 DUMLINE AUDITION GEETING FOM THE U Come join the legacy and tradition of excellence at the University

long-standing tradition of excellence. uofubands.

tudents attending other higher education institutions (alt Lake Community College, etc.

$cholarships available Based upon audition placement CLICK HEE AUDITION DATE: aturday, May 5: 9a-5p

1 2018 DUMLINE AUDITION GEETING FOM THE U Come join the legacy and tradition of excellence at the University of Utah We re very happy to welcome you to the University of Utah, home of the Utes, and home to a long-standing tradition of excellence. uofubands.org 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. tudents attending other higher education institutions (alt Lake Community College, etc.) CAN and DO participate in the drumline. $cholarships available Based upon audition placement CLICK HEE AUDITION DATE: aturday, May 5: 9a-5p Friday, May 11: 6p-9p aturday, May 12: 8a-5p WHEE: U Campus, David Gardner Hall, chool of Music DIECTION Have fun, practice hard and have an exceptional attitude in everything you do We look forward to seeing you at auditions. We sincerely hope to have you as a member of the U Drumline CONTACT INFO: Dr. Michael ammons mike.sammons@utah.edu

2 ABOUT THE U DUMLINE The U of U Drumline fields a full battery percussion section of up to 9-snares, 5-tenors, 6-bass drums and 9-cymbals and boasts a modern playing and arranging style.

2 2 ABOUT THE U DUMLINE The U of U Drumline fields a full battery percussion section of up to 9-snares, 5-tenors, 6-bass drums and 9-cymbals and boasts a modern playing and arranging style. Audition Clinics are FEE and open to all HIGH CHOOL ENIO AND JUNIO and will cover the what, how and why of the U of U Drumline. tarting with stroke fundamentals and finishing with playing exercises / cadences; the camps serve to better prepare you, and thereby increase your chances, for a successful audition for the U of U Drumline. U DUMLINE EQUIPMENT The U DUMLINE is sponsored by Yamaha marching percussion instruments, emo drumheads, Vic Firth sticks and mallets, and abian cymbals. nares perform with M5 (snares use traditional grip); Tenors: Bachman Billy Club ; Bass Drums: Corpmaster eries. UMME DUMMING / CAMP / DATE: ee Attached Calendar Below PHILOOPHY The philosophy for the U Drumline is based on leadership, musicianship, teamwork, preparation, responsibility and commitment. We strive to teach and work BEYOND just the drumline. Buying into and demonstrating these qualities throughout the entire season is the key to success. In addition, you must have a positive attitude and be able to get along with others.

3 AUDITION Auditions are NOT designed to be competitive but educational in nature and is an inclusive process, not an exclusive process looking to find everyone their perfect spot Each section will audition together and as a full battery. tudents 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). tudents are placed according to their personal strengths and NEED 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. tudents 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. LODGING / MEAL FO AUDITION CAMP tudents are required to secure their own lodging and meals. On-campus suggestion: UNIVEITY GUET HOUE - WHAT TO BING TO CAMP 1. Printed Audition Packet in ring binder with clear, plastic sleeves 2. ticks and Mallets (Bass Drum mallets are provided). Practice Pad 4. Pencils 5. Highlighter ( and Cym.) 6. Appropriate clothing and shoes for outdoor rehearsals (includes hat / sunscreen) 7. Water Bottle 8. Lunch or Lunch Money 9. Friend (fellow senior or junior) that is interested in auditioning for the U Drumline for 2017 or 2018 season. WHAT NOT TO BING TO CAMP 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). Cameras, video cameras, or other recording devices

4 4 WHAT WE AE LOOKING FO PEPAATION: Preparation refers to how much and how well you practice. It also refers to whether you have spent time reading and studying the entire packet in detail. Your preparation will determine how confident you are when you play and how well you know the material. 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. TECHNIQUE: Technique refers to grip, stroke, control, and hands. We utilize a ELAXED, EBOUNDED philosophy of technique which produces a quality sound at all levels, speed, endurance and playing philosophies that transcend just the activity of marching percussion (TANFE VALUE). MUICALITY: Being a high-caliber drumline, every aspect is very important to completing the final product, but more than anything else, music is what we strive for. Constantly performing and learning, members must be on top of their practice regimens and technical chores within the learning environment. If every member is pushing his or her self musically and technically in their open time, the group as a whole will benefit. Practice how you want to perform. TIMING: Tempo and timing is a critical aspect of what we do. Our role in the band is the time, and we must always work to maintain that role to its highest level. Know your rudiments, as they are rhythms. Work practice habits with a metronome, and make sure that everything is being played correctly, such as hand patterns, stickings, etc. inconsistencies in variables such as these may cause rhythmic tendencies. Practice at tempos your hands can manage. Gradually increase tempos. CHOP: This is a college drumline. 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, including the very slow ones. Chops are not created within a day or a week; it takes time to build up your hands. 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. MEMOIZATION: Memorization demonstrates attitude and confidence. It shows that a person is dedicated to being a part of the drumline and has thoroughly prepared.

5 5 UMME the U 1. U Drumline ETEAT a. Friday, June 15 (6-9p) June 16 (8a-p) b. Attendance expected unless excused by faculty c. Out of Town / tate tudents are HOUED by U 2. Monday ectionals a. ee Calendar below b. chool of Music, David Gardner Hall c. Attendance expected if in town. U Drumline Camp Orientation a. Aug. 1: 8a 4p: Anyone that did not attend etreat b. Aug. 1: 6-9p: EVEYONE 4. U Drum Camp a. Aug. 2-4 i. 9a-9p (Usual Day chedule: 9a-2p / 5-9p) 5. U Band Camp a. Aug 6-17 (excluding unday, August 12) b. Usual Day chedule (8a-5p) i. 1-2 Evenings in ice Eccles tadium (Final chedule T) UMME the U May 21 Monday Drums (6:0-9p) June 4 Monday Drums (6:0-9p) June 15 (6-9p) June 16 (8a-p) U DUMLINE ETEAT June 25 Monday Drums (6:0-9p) July 9 Monday Drums (6:0-9p) July 16 Monday Drums (6:0-9p) July 0 Monday Drums (6:0-9p) Aug 1 Orientation for students who did not attend U Drumline etreat in June (9a p) Aug 1 Orientation at ice Eccles / FINAL AUDITION (6-9) Aug. 2-4 DUM CAMP Aug (excluding unday, August 12) BAND CAMP FALL CLA / EHEAAL CHEDULE: Monday - Friday (11:50am - pence Eccles Fieldhouse We will only rehearse 4 days a week MAXIMUM. As season ends or on an OFF week (football team is either playing an AWAY GAME or on a BYE WEEK), we rehearse less then 4 days a week. Monday: Drumline ONLY OTHE FALL DATE (Games / Performances): T

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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 /