DARTS INFORMATION

The Divisional Arts program is designed to impact musicians and artists through performance-based groups and an education focused training program.  The purpose of this program is to educate and train members for further involvement and leadership in their corps.

The following criteria must be met to participate in DARTS:
· Students must meet age requirements (see below)
· Students who wish to participate in DYB, DARTS Dance & DARTS Drama must be eligible to attend Youth Councils.
· Students must commit to remaining in the program for its complete duration and on all dates (see calendar)
· Students must be active in their corps and have Corps Officer approval

2024-2025 DARTS GROUPS

DIVISIONAL YOUTH BAND (Ages 14+)
PEACHSTATE BRASS (Ages 10+)
A/V MINISTRY (YOUTH COUNCILS AGE)

AUDITION INFORMATION

ALL Participants MUST register and submit a video audition by AUGUST 30
Be sure to say your first/last name, age, corps and group auditioning for at start of audition video.

INSTRUMENTAL AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

ALL Participants must submit a video audition by AUGUST 30

PEACHSTATE BRASS (ages 10+)

To be considered for Peachstate Brass, participants must be able to play exercises 1-4 from audition music.
ABSOLUTELY NO BEGINNERS

DIVISIONAL YOUTH BAND (ages 14+)

To be considered for Peachstate Brass, participants must be able to play exercises 5-8 from audition music.

DARTS DANCE AUDITION INFORMATION

(Ages are 14+)
ALL Participants must submit a video audition by AUGUST 30

Prepare the choreography as described below using the instructional and demonstration videos found in the links below.
You will be evaluated on the following things, so please prepare your piece with these things in mind: 
·       Memory Remembering choreography, and dancing through missed or forgotten steps without stopping 
·       Confidence Moving with conviction and strength 
·       Technique Level of dance training and execution of appropriate dance technique 
·       Expression Expressive and appropriate movement in both face and body 
·       Connection The “believability” factor. Visible connection to the lyric and message of the piece 
·       Use of Stage Choreography moves around the floor and fills the empty spaces with purpose  

PASSION FOR SOULS - Demonstration Performance Video (Stop at 1:00)
PASSION FOR SOULS - Chorus Instructional Video
PASSION FOR SOULS - Audio Track (Stop at 1:00)

Do your best to submit a strong video: nice/clear background, appropriate clothing, good sound quality, etc. 
Be sure to say your first/last name, age, and corps at start of audition video. 

DARTS DRAMA AUDITION INFORMATION

(Ages are 14+)
ALL Participants must submit a video audition by AUGUST 30

Prepare the selected monologue . This is to be fully memorized.
Be sure to use lots of expression, the space around you, and don’t be afraid to add your own unique style to your performance!

You will be evaluated on the following areas, please prepare the monologue with these things in mind:  
·       Projection & Clarity Ability to speak clearly and with stage presence
·       Expression Expressive face and body, with appropriate vocal inflection
·       Use of Stage Use of space and movement that is purposeful and with conviction
·       Memorization Knowing the script and ability to carry on in character after a mistake
·       Confidence & Connection A strong stage presence while believing what you are speaking

Do your best to submit a strong video: nice/clear background, appropriate clothing, good sound quality, etc. 
Be sure to say your first/last name, age, and corps at start of audition video. 

PIANO

(ages 10+)
SPACE IS LIMITED: Preference will be given to those students who attended this summer’s Music Conservatory