2027 audition information.

2027 AUDITION PACKETS ARE LIVE! Anyone interested in auditioning for the 2027 Colts must enroll in the Red Zone to receive audition materials and instructional tools.

WHY COLTS?

Our passion for individual growth is key to reaching our goals; nurturing leaders who make a positive impact on their world. We welcome people from all backgrounds, value integrity, and foster a culture of innovation. These values have been the hallmark of our drum corps for over 60 years. They’ve helped motivate an upward trajectory that led to five consecutive seasons among DCI Finalists. We're excited to see where the momentum takes us and WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO BE A PART OF IT.

THE AUDITION PROCESS

Enroll in the Red Zone — our preseason audition curriculum — to receive a packet of exercises specific to your instrument/section. ALL STUDENTS SHOULD PLAN TO ATTEND THE DECEMBER AND/OR JANUARY WEEKEND CAMPS.

Video auditions are optional but can be a great first step in the auditon process. You'll receive an audition result and get feedback from our staff prior to attending a live event. In some instances, students will be offered a contract of membership based on their video audition. To be considered for a contract prior to our first live audition event, SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO BY NOVEMBER 15! Follow the instructions in your audition packet.

2027 CAMP SCHEDULE

All students auditioning for the Colts will need to pay the Red Zone enrollment fee ($75). The audition packet gives you everything you need to audition for the 2027 Colts. Video auditions are optional and available for $75. The fee for three-day camps is $125. One-day events are $100.

Here's all you need to do to get started...

  1. Enroll in the Red Zone.
  2. Submit a video audition. (This is optional and available for an additional fee).
  3. Register for an upcoming audition event.
Audition Information

RESULTS

Once you audition or submit a video, you will get one of four results:

  1. An offer of membership in the 2027 Colts. Contracted members are expected to attend all remaining three-day camps when their section is scheduled: December (all sections), January (brass and percussion), February (brass only); April (full corps). Please plan accordingly.
  2. An invitation to attend one of our in-person callback/rehearsal events. A callback gives our staff an opportunity to assess your growth after you receive some initial feedback. We will only offer a callback if we believe you have a legitimate shot to earn a position in the Colts.
  3. A recommendation to join Colt Cadets so you get a full summer of drum corps experience to help you become better prepared to earn a Colts position in the future. The Colt Cadets staff are great educators and many of the techniques they use are identical to Colts. (Age restrictions may apply.)
  4. A suggestion to refine your skills using the materials offered in the RED ZONE and try again next year.