Join Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps in 2024!Zephyrus Drum & Bugle Corps is growing! After six live performances in 2023 (including three Drum Corps International events) we now look to 2024, when the corps will continue to expand its tour and entertain even larger audiences! Register to audition HERE:
Registration now open for all sections!Our next audition camp is now OPEN for registration. Color guard is now included at our January audition camp in Bixby, OK!
Audition camps consist of a long afternoon of fast-paced ensemble learning and individual feedback. We are confident you will learn something no matter what! After signing up, you will receive a link to the audition materials. If you have any questions, send us an email. We will make sure a qualified staff member sends you the information you need. Expect an email with final instructions for camp the week before we meet in person. |
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Available Spots for 2024Here you can see what spots are available for the 2024 corps! Black dots represent spots that have officially been taken. The members with these spots have already signed their contract and made their deposit. Grey dots represent spots that are currently being auditioned for, but have not been secured. You may still have a chance to join for one of these spots. Green dots represent spots that are available!
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WHAT IS DRUM CORPS?
Drum Corps is a high-energy sport of the arts for performers (Brass, Percussion, and Color Guard) age 15-22 who want to push harder than ever, and perform for passionate fans! First time viewers note its similarity to competitive marching band, but at a much higher difficulty level. The average day for a drum corps is to wake up on a gym floor (with a nice, comfy air mattress or sleeping pad), eat breakfast, stretch, work out, and rehearse until lunch, rehearse again until dinner, and unless there’s a performance or travel, rehearse some more until the end of the day, punctuated by a snack, a shower, and a strict lights out for a good night’s sleep. That process repeats every day until the show (a musical and visual showcase of skill and artistry) is ready for competition!
WHY Should I audition for Zephyrus?
First of all, we’re here to have fun. Performing in a drum corps should not be a thankless, grueling battle. When you step on the field to perform, our only goal is that you have the time of your life. That means an exciting show, friendly staff, helpful critique, and a corps-wide support system to bring each member to their highest potential.
What will this summer's schedule look like?
We are proud to report that due to the increased interest in Zephyrus and the success of our first two seasons, we will be expanding our summer tour in 2024! We will be together for more days, performing at more shows, and offering our members even more fantastic experiences this year! Our schedule will be finalized at a later date, but you can use the tentative schedule below as a guide, we don't anticipate too many changes.
Schedule for 2024 (Subject to change)
Mark your Calendars. The following camps are tentative, we will confirm this schedule soon.
Cost of Membership:
2024 fees: $1,999
This is down from our 2023 tuition of $2,075 and remains highly competitive with similar drum corps tours in open class! We are working hard behind the scenes to raise funds to offset tuition and make this activity more accessible, to get involved click here!
This covers:
This cost is payable through a fundraising portal that's easy to share with friends and family! At the conclusion of your fundraiser, all remaining fees will be due. In the event that you earn a scholarship, you will see that amount in this fundraiser. In the event that you raise more than the tuition amount, the extra funds will go directly to expanding your experience and supporting your fellow members. The member who raises the most above their tuition will be named that year's Student Ambassador.
Financial Aid:
We aim to assist every willing student with the opportunity to have an amazing experience with us. in the event that scholarship funds are available (usually the case), you may qualify for assistance! Applications will be open closer to summer.
Mark your Calendars. The following camps are tentative, we will confirm this schedule soon.
- FEBRUARY 25th - Callbacks/Rehearsal - Bixby HS
- APRIL 7th - Rehearsal - Bixby HS
- MAY 5th - Rehearsal - Bixby HS
- JUNE 14-16th - Possible Camp event (Location TBA)
- JUNE 24th - Move-Ins (Location TBA)
- JUNE 29th - Preview Performance
- JULY 5th - Drillers game (Brass and Percussion performance)
- TBA - TMALA Performance in Ardmore, OK
- JULY 13th - DCI SHOW - Little Rock, AR
- JULY 15th - DCI SHOW - Olathe, KS
- JULY 16th - DCI SHOW - Broken Arrow, OK
- JULY 17th - Community Performance (Location TBA)
- JULY 18th - DCI SHOW - Denton, TX
- JULY 20th - DCI Southwestern Championship - San Antonio
- JULY 21st - Dismissal (Location TBA in Oklahoma)
Cost of Membership:
2024 fees: $1,999
This is down from our 2023 tuition of $2,075 and remains highly competitive with similar drum corps tours in open class! We are working hard behind the scenes to raise funds to offset tuition and make this activity more accessible, to get involved click here!
This covers:
- All group travel
- All entry to events (DCI, Drillers Game, Etc)
- All meals
- Uniform/Costume rental
- Equipment (We provide all percussion instruments as well as tubas)
- Individual training
- Regular medical supervision by a registered nurse
- Corps Jacket
- Corps Necklace
- Other Apparel from Zephyrus and Sponsors
This cost is payable through a fundraising portal that's easy to share with friends and family! At the conclusion of your fundraiser, all remaining fees will be due. In the event that you earn a scholarship, you will see that amount in this fundraiser. In the event that you raise more than the tuition amount, the extra funds will go directly to expanding your experience and supporting your fellow members. The member who raises the most above their tuition will be named that year's Student Ambassador.
Financial Aid:
We aim to assist every willing student with the opportunity to have an amazing experience with us. in the event that scholarship funds are available (usually the case), you may qualify for assistance! Applications will be open closer to summer.
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